Revised/New FAA Forms for Mechanic, Inspection Authorization, Parachute Rigger, and Repairman Applications
On February 15, 2023, the FAA published Notice N8900.651, which introduces updated forms and policy regarding airman applications made under Part 65 Subparts D, E, and F. The Notice discusses the following forms: FAA Form 8610-1, Mechanic’s Application for Inspection Authorization. FAA Form 8610-2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application – Mechanic and Parachute Rigger. FAA Form 8610-3, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application – Repairman. The new forms are available here: www.faa.gov.forms . The notice, directed at FAA personnel, can be found in the Dynamic Regulatory System (DRS) at https://drs.faa.gov or on the FAA’s website at https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/orders_notices . Applicants who have
A&P Mechanics – What does it take to get your Inspection Authorization?
The guidance used by FAA personnel to review Inspection Authorization (IA) applications in FAA Order 8900.1, Volume 5 Chapter 5 Section 7 has been recently revised. Interested applicants will find it helpful to look at this document to better understand what the FAA is looking for in an IA application. The guidance document can be found on the FAA’s Dynamic Regulatory System (DRS) under the category Order 8900.1, Flight Standards Information Management System, 8900.1 Contents, Volume 5, Chapter 5, Section 7. Or just use this link: Volume 5 Chapter 5 Section 7 For questions send an email to 9-AFS-IARefresher@faa.gov