What is an annual?

An annual inspection is just that, an inspection of your aircraft each 12 months. This inspection is performed per the FAA inspection criteria. 

An annual inspection may include: 

• Researching the aircraft history to determine if all airworthiness directives have been complied with. Research is also performed on any additions, alterations and upgrades to ensure proper documentation and authorization. If this is the first time we have performed an annual on your aircraft this may take time as it is required that all possible ADs be researched to determine if they are applicable to your aircraft model and serial number. 

• Removing, cleaning and inspecting your spark plugs. Any discrepancies on the plugs are noted for later remedy. 

• Removal of inspection panels. We will also remove the seats and some of the carpeting to access panels in the floorboards.

• Inspection of all items outlined by the manufacturer and the FAA.

• Sign off by an authorized inspector that the inspection was performed per the FAA and that all items are within specification.

• What is not included but is recommended is an oil and oil filter change. This should be done between 25-50 hours anyway, so why not perform it during the annual. This will be noted separately on the invoice.

Any squawks that may arise out of the inspection are noted and the customer is informed of the extent of the squawks. No work is performed beyond this point without the specific approval of the owner or designated agent.