33 lines
2.4 KiB
Markdown
33 lines
2.4 KiB
Markdown
# Tasks & work activities — aviation inspector
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Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 53-6051.01 (Aviation Inspectors).
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## Task statements
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- **[Core]** Inspect work of aircraft mechanics performing maintenance, modification, or repair and overhaul of aircraft and aircraft mechanical systems to ensure adherence to standards and procedures.
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- **[Core]** Start aircraft and observe gauges, meters, and other instruments to detect evidence of malfunctions.
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- **[Core]** Examine aircraft access plates and doors for security.
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- **[Core]** Examine landing gear, tires, and exteriors of fuselage, wings, and engines for evidence of damage or corrosion and the need for repairs.
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- **[Core]** Prepare and maintain detailed repair, inspection, investigation, and certification records and reports.
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- **[Core]** Inspect new, repaired, or modified aircraft to identify damage or defects and to assess airworthiness and conformance to standards, using checklists, hand tools, and test instruments.
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- **[Core]** Examine maintenance records and flight logs to determine if service and maintenance checks and overhauls were performed at prescribed intervals.
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- **[Core]** Recommend replacement, repair, or modification of aircraft equipment.
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- **[Core]** Recommend changes in rules, policies, standards, and regulations, based on knowledge of operating conditions, aircraft improvements, and other factors.
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- **[Core]** Approve or deny issuance of certificates of airworthiness.
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- **[Supplemental]** Investigate air accidents and complaints to determine causes.
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- **[Supplemental]** Conduct flight test programs to test equipment, instruments, and systems under a variety of conditions, using both manual and automatic controls.
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- **[Supplemental]** Analyze training programs and conduct oral and written examinations to ensure the competency of persons operating, installing, and repairing aircraft equipment.
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## Detailed work activities
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- Evaluate performance of applicants, trainees, or employees.
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- Inspect aircraft or aircraft components.
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- Investigate transportation incidents, violations, or complaints.
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- Issue certificates or licenses.
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- Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.
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- Pilot aircraft.
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- Recommend changes or corrective procedures.
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- Record service or repair activities.
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- Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.
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- Test performance of aircraft equipment.
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