Turbine Owners Get More Say in Aircraft Maintenance

A new FAA interpretation of 14 CFR 91.409, which requires multiengine turbine jets, multiengine turboprops, and turbine helicopters be enrolled in a current maintenance program recommended by the aircraft manufacturer, gives aircraft owners more say — and more responsibility — in the maintenance of their aircraft.

The interpretation clarifies the meaning of "current." The FAA states that "current" refers to the version of the maintenance program existing at the time the aircraft was manufactured. The industry had previously interpreted the rule to mean that owners had to comply with the most up-to-date version of the program.

To read the full story click here.