Since I have been accused of merely expressing opinions and not brining enough facts to discussions on this forum, how about a little Aviation General Knowledge Quiz on Part 91 of the Federal Air Regulations?
1. ____________________ is/are responsible for the airworthiness of the aircraft. a. Univair b. The Ercoupe Owners Group c. the owner/operator d. The AOPA Maintenance Advisor (scroll down for answer) If you answered "c", you win! References below. Pay particular attention to subparagraph (b) below. Regards, Dave "Section 91. 403 General. Sub paragraph (a) very clearly states that the owner or operator is primarily responsible for maintaining the aircraft in an airworthy condition of the aircraft including compliance with Part 39, Airworthiness Directives, of this chapter. While the owner or operator is primarily responsible by this rule it does not relieve the pilot from the responsibility of determining the airworthiness of the aircraft prior to and during a flight (Ref: Section 91.7) or a mechanic from performing airworthy repairs (Ref: Section 43.13). Sub paragraph (b) starts with: No person may perform maintenance, preventive maintenance or alterations on an aircraft other than as prescribed in this subpart and other applicable regulations including Part 43 of this chapter. This is a clarifying statement that says all applicable rules apply and reinforces paragraph (a). Government lawyers do this all the time to prevent confusion and possible conflict between different Parts or sections. They are not always successful. Section 91.405 Maintenance required: Sub paragraph (a) says: Owner or operator shall have their aircraft inspected and have discrepancies repaired in accordance with Part 43. " Source: http://www.amtonline.com/publication/article.jsp?pubId=1&id=1481 <http://www.amtonline.com/publication/article.jsp?pubId=1&id=1481>
