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Results for Document Number: 120-16

120-16G - Air Carrier Maintenance Programs

Status
Active
Date issued
2016-01-04
Office of Primary Responsibility
AFS-300
Description

This advisory circular (AC) explains what the term “maintenance program” means. Our explanation describes the scope and content of air carrier aircraft maintenance programs. This is important as there is a significant difference between an air carrier maintenance program and an inspection program used in non-air carrier maintenance operations. We explain the background of these programs as well as the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) regulatory requirements. We also describe and explain each of the 10 elements of air carrier maintenance programs. When we use “must” or “will” in this AC, we are referencing actual regulatory requirements. When we use “we,” “us,” or “our” in this AC, we mean the FAA. When we use “you,” “your,” or “yours,” we mean you, the air carrier. When we use the term “person,” it has the same meaning as that in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 1, § 1.1.

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120-16F - Air Carrier Maintenance Programs (Cancelled)

Date cancelled
2016-01-04
Cancellation notes
AC 120-16G
Date issued
2012-11-15
Office of Primary Responsibility
AFS-300
Description

This advisory circular (AC) explains what the term "maintenance program" means. Our explanation describes the scope and content of air carrier aircraft maintenance programs. This is important as there is a significant difference between an air carrier maintenance program and an inspection program used in non-air carrier maintenance operations. We explain the background of these programs as well as the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) regulatory requirements. We also describe and explain each of the 10 elements of air carrier maintenance programs. When we use "must" or "will" in this AC, we are referencing actual regulatory requirements. When we use "we," "us," or "our" in this AC, we mean the FAA. When we use "you," "your," or "yours," we mean you, the air carrier. When we use the term "person," it has the same meaning as that in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 1, § 1.1.

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120-16E - Air Carrier Maintenance Programs (Cancelled)

Date cancelled
2012-11-05
Cancellation notes
AC 120-16F
Date issued
2008-09-11
Office of Primary Responsibility
AFS-300
Description

This advisory circular (AC) describes the scope and content of air carrier aircraft maintenance programs. It explains the background of these programs as well as the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) regulatory requirements. Each of the 10 elements of air carrier maintenance programs are also described and explained. In this AC, air carrier maintenance means inspection, overhaul, repair, preservation, and the replacement of parts, as well as preventive maintenance. When “must” or “will” are used in this AC, they reflect regulatory requirements. When “you” or “your” is used in this AC, it refers to the air carrier.

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Cancels
Number Title Date
120-16D Air Carrier Maintenance Programs 2003-03-20

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120-16D - Air Carrier Maintenance Programs (Cancelled)

Date cancelled
2008-09-11
Cancelled by
120-16E
Date issued
2003-03-20
Office of Primary Responsibility
AFS-300
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Cancels
Cancels
Number Title Date
120-16C Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Programs Provides information and guidance on continuous airworthiness maintenance programs for operators subject to the provisions of FAR Parts 121, 127, or 135. 1980-08-08

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120-16C - Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Programs (Cancelled)

Date cancelled
2003-03-20
Cancelled by
120-16D
Date issued
1980-08-08
Office of Primary Responsibility
AFS-350
Description
Provides information and guidance on continuous airworthiness maintenance programs for operators subject to the provisions of FAR Parts 121, 127, or 135.
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