Flight School Safety and Training Operations Checklist
This flight school safety and training operations checklist ensures compliance with FAA 14 CFR Part 141 (Pilot Schools), FAA Advisory Circular AC 141-1 (Pilot School Certification), FAA Order 8900.1 Inspector Guidance for Part 141 operations, and AOPA Air Safety Institute training standards. Designed for Chief Flight Instructors and flight school directors to verify safe and compliant training operations.
- Industry: Aviation
- Frequency: Monthly
- Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
- Role: Chief Flight Instructor / Flight School Director
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: FAA 14 CFR Part 141 Pilot Schools, FAA AC 141-1 Pilot School Certification, FAA Order 8900.1 Volume 2 Pilot School Operations, AOPA Air Safety Institute Training Standards, FAA 14 CFR Part 61 Pilot Certification Requirements
Instructor Qualifications
CFI currency and qualification.
- All instructors holding current FAA CFI certificates?
- All CFI certificates renewed within last 24 months?
- Ground instructors holding required Ground Instructor certificates?
- Student training records maintained by each instructor?
- Instructor standardization checks completed in last 12 months?
Training Aircraft
Training fleet airworthiness.
- All training aircraft airworthiness certificates current?
- All aircraft annual inspections current?
- 100-hour inspections current for aircraft used for hire?
- ADS-B Out installed on all aircraft for Class B/C operations?
- Squawk (discrepancy) tracking system in use for all aircraft?
Training Programs
Part 141 course approval.
- All courses operating under FAA-approved training course outlines?
- Training syllabi current with FAA Airman Certification Standards?
- Student progress records current and accessible?
- Stage checks completed by qualified check instructors?
- Graduation certificates issued per Part 141.95?
Safety Culture
Flight school safety program.
- Written safety program in place and communicated to all instructors?
- Aviation accident/incident reports reviewed in instructor meetings?
- Student solo authorization policy clear and consistently applied?
- School-specific weather minimums higher than FAA legal minimums?
- ASRS voluntary reporting encouraged for instructors and students?
Ground Facilities
Flight school facility safety.
- Dispatch procedures (weather check, aircraft checkout) formalized?
- Fuel planning instruction included in training?
- Emergency action plan posted and practiced?
- AATD/FTD devices current on qualification if used for credit?
- First aid kits stocked and available in dispatch area?
Part 141 Records
FAA-required recordkeeping.
- Student files complete with all required endorsements and records?
- Any accidents filed with NTSB per Part 830?
- Graduation rate and pass rate tracked for quality assurance?
- Records available for FAA FSDO inspection on request?
- Flight School Safety Notes
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Why Use This Flight School Safety and Training Operations Checklist?
This flight school safety and training operations checklist helps aviation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for chief flight instructor / flight school director professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.
Ensures compliance with FAA 14 CFR Part 141 Pilot Schools, FAA AC 141-1 Pilot School Certification, FAA Order 8900.1 Volume 2 Pilot School Operations, AOPA Air Safety Institute Training Standards, FAA 14 CFR Part 61 Pilot Certification Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Flight School Safety and Training Operations Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Instructor Qualifications, Training Aircraft, Training Programs, Safety Culture, Ground Facilities, Part 141 Records. It is designed for aviation operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
Who should use this Flight School Safety and Training Operations Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Chief Flight Instructor / Flight School Director professionals in the aviation industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.