GPS logbook entry

[byrmar]

In last months "Test Pilot" section of AOPA magazine one of the questions was about whether an aircraft logbook entry was required for the IFR GPS database update. I will admit that I learned something new. I guess it is required under part 43 appendix A (preventative maint.) I was just curious if I was the only one in the dark on that? I had never heard of anyone doing this. I guess I can get good info from "Test Pilot" besides useless and interesting trivia.

 

[avbug]

A record of the database update needs to be made in the aircraft maintenance records, but not necessarily the permenant logs. It only needs to be retained until the next time the database is updated. Same for a VOR check.

 

[ackattacker]

A record of the database update needs to be made in the aircraft maintenance records, but not necessarily the permenant logs. It only needs to be retained until the next time the database is updated. Same for a VOR check.

Not that I'm doubting you, Avbug, but do you have a reference for this?

 

[avbug]

Reference for what? That logbook entries are required, or that they're only required until the next inspection is performed?

 

[ackattacker]

Reference for what? That logbook entries are required, or that they're only required until the next inspection is performed?

That they're only required until the next data card replacement.

 

[avbug]

§ 91.417 Maintenance records.

(a) Except for work performed in accordance with §§ 91.411 and 91.413, each registered owner or operator shall keep the following records for the periods specified in paragraph (b) of this section:

(1) Records of the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration and records of the 100-hour, annual, progressive, and other required or approved inspections, as appropriate, for each aircraft (including the airframe) and each engine, propeller, rotor, and appliance of an aircraft. The records must include -

(i) A description (or reference to data acceptable to the Administrator) of the work performed; and

(ii) The date of completion of the work performed; and

(iii) The signature, and certificate number of the person approving the aircraft for return to service.

(2) Records containing the following information:

(i) The total time in service of the airframe, each engine, each propeller, and each rotor.

(ii) The current status of life-limited parts of each airframe, engine, propeller, rotor, and appliance.

(iii) The time since last overhaul of all items installed on the aircraft which are required to be overhauled on a specified time basis.

(iv) The current inspection status of the aircraft, including the time since the last inspection required by the inspection program under which the aircraft and its appliances are maintained.

(v) The current status of applicable airworthiness directives (AD) including, for each, the method of compliance, the AD number, and revision date. If the AD involves recurring action, the time and date when the next action is required.

(vi) Copies of the forms prescribed by § 43.9(a) of this chapter for each major alteration to the airframe and currently installed engines, rotors, propellers, and appliances.

(b) The owner or operator shall retain the following records for the periods prescribed:

(1) The records specified in paragraph (a)(1) of this section shall be retained until the work is repeated or superseded by other work or for 1 year after the work is performed.

(2) The records specified in paragraph (a)(2) of this section shall be retained and transferred with the aircraft at the time the aircraft is sold.

(3) A list of defects furnished to a registered owner or operator under § 43.11 of this chapter shall be retained until the defects are repaired and the aircraft is approved for return to service.

(c) The owner or operator shall make all maintenance records required to be kept by this section available for inspection by the Administrator or any authorized representative of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). In addition, the owner or operator shall present Form 337 described in paragraph (d) of this section for inspection upon request of any law enforcement officer.

(d) When a fuel tank is installed within the passenger compartment or a baggage compartment pursuant to part 43 of this chapter, a copy of FAA Form 337 shall be kept on board the modified aircraft by the owner or operator.

 

[ackattacker]

Thanks