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Alternative Hiring Process for Flight Oversight Aviation Safety Inspectors (ASIs)

Develop, administer, or enforce regulations and standards related to civil aviation safety, including the competence of pilots and other airmen. This ASI will not conduct certification (pilot evaluating, testing, and checking) job functions as a required crewmember, including safety pilot. This position will apply a broad knowledge of the aviation industry, aviation safety, and Federal aviation laws, regulations, and policies and participation in the FAA Flight Program would be in a simulator only.

Current incentives available to Flight Oversight ASIs include:

Aviation Safety Inspector (Cabin Safety)

Develop, administer, or enforce regulations and standards concerning cabin safety policy and operations, including safety aspects of aviation facilities, equipment, and procedures. These jobs involve providing technical guidance to airlines, making sure they follow regulations, policies, and approved programs. They also oversee training programs, ensuring they are properly conducted and meet all requirements. Additionally, they take part in special projects to improve cabin safety and may be involved in certifying new operators.