How often should I use this transportation & logistics checklist?

This checklist is designed to be completed annual. Regular use ensures compliance with 14 CFR Part 43 and 14 CFR Part 91 and helps identify issues before they become problems.

What compliance standards does this checklist cover?

This checklist helps ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 43, 14 CFR Part 91, FAA Advisory Circular. Following these standards protects your organization and ensures best practices.

How do I complete this transportation & logistics inspection checklist?

Start by filling in the header fields (date, inspector name, location). Then work through each of the 5 sections, marking Yes/No for each inspection point. Add notes for any issues found. Finally, complete the footer section with your signature. The entire process takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

What happens if I find issues during the transportation & logistics inspection?

Document any issues in the notes field, take photos as evidence, and assign corrective actions. POPProbe's mobile app allows you to instantly assign tasks to team members and track resolution. Critical issues should be escalated immediately per your organization's procedures.

Can I use this checklist on my phone or tablet?

Yes, with POPProbe's mobile app you can complete this checklist on any smartphone or tablet. The app works offline, captures GPS location, allows photo attachments, and automatically syncs when connected. Perfect for field inspections and frontline teams.

What are the key sections in this transportation & logistics checklist?

This transportation & logistics checklist is organized into 5 key sections: Maintenance Manual Currency and FAA Approval, Approved Inspection Program (AIP) Compliance, Airworthiness Release Requirements, Maintenance Record Retention, Maintenance Audit Summary. Each section contains specific inspection points that air carrier maintenance director must verify. The structured layout ensures nothing is missed during transportation & logistics inspections and makes the process efficient, typically taking 20-30 minutes to complete.

How do I customize this transportation & logistics checklist for my organization?

With POPProbe, you can easily customize this FAA 14 CFR Part 135 Air Carrier Maintenance Program Audit Checklist to match your organization's specific requirements. Add or remove inspection points, modify section names, adjust scoring criteria, and include your company branding. You can also set up automated scheduling to ensure the checklist is completed annual and assign it to specific team members or locations.

What are common mistakes to avoid when completing transportation & logistics inspections?

Common mistakes include: rushing through items without proper verification, failing to document issues with photos or detailed notes, skipping sections that seem repetitive, not following up on previously identified problems, and completing inspections inconsistently. To avoid these, use a digital tool like POPProbe that enforces completion of all 26 fields, requires photo evidence, and tracks corrective actions automatically.

FAA 14 CFR Part 135 Air Carrier Maintenance Program Audit Checklist

Part 135 air carriers must operate under an approved maintenance program per 14 CFR 135.411 that meets more stringent requirements than Part 91. The carrier's maintenance manual must be FAA-approved, and all major maintenance must be released with an airworthiness release signed by an appropriately certificated mechanic. This audit verifies that the maintenance program is current, the inspection program is being followed, and records are retained per 14 CFR 135.439. Non-compliant maintenance pro

Industry: Transportation & Logistics
Frequency: Annual
Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
Role: Air Carrier Maintenance Director
Total Items: 19
Compliance: 14 CFR Part 43, 14 CFR Part 91, FAA Advisory Circular

Maintenance Manual Currency and FAA Approval

The carrier's maintenance manual must be FAA-approved and current per 14 CFR 135.427.

FAA-approved maintenance manual on file and current (not superseded revision)?
Manual revisions distributed to all maintenance personnel and controlled copy updated?
Maintenance manual accessible to mechanics performing work on carrier's aircraft?
Manual revision date and manual number:

Approved Inspection Program (AIP) Compliance

Part 135 carriers must follow an Approved Inspection Program per 14 CFR 135.419.

All aircraft operated under the Part 135 certificate have current AIP inspections?
Inspection intervals in the AIP not exceeded for any aircraft?
Continuous airworthiness maintenance program (CAMP) enrolled aircraft current per approved intervals?

Airworthiness Release Requirements

14 CFR 135.443 requires an airworthiness release signed by an appropriately certificated person before each Part 135 flight after maintenance.

Airworthiness release prepared after each maintenance action before flight?
Airworthiness release signed by certificated A&P mechanic with IA, or appropriately authorized person?
Release references the specific maintenance performed and aircraft N-number?

Maintenance Record Retention

14 CFR 135.439 requires records to be retained for specified periods; longer than Part 91 requirements.

Current maintenance records for all aircraft retained at the carrier's principal operations base?
Airworthiness releases retained for minimum 1 year?
Major repair and alteration records (Form 337) retained until aircraft destroyed?
AD compliance records retained indefinitely for ADs with terminating actions?

Maintenance Audit Summary

Document findings from this Part 135 maintenance program audit.

Part 135 maintenance program compliant in all audited areas?
Non-conformities found (describe or None):
Number of aircraft in fleet covered by this audit:
Auditor name and certificate number:
Auditor signature:

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Why Use This FAA 14 CFR Part 135 Air Carrier Maintenance Program Audit Checklist?

This faa 14 cfr part 135 air carrier maintenance program audit checklist helps transportation & logistics teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for air carrier maintenance director professionals, this checklist covers 19 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: annual.

Ensures compliance with 14 CFR Part 43, 14 CFR Part 91, FAA Advisory Circular. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the FAA 14 CFR Part 135 Air Carrier Maintenance Program Audit Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 19 inspection items across 5 sections: Maintenance Manual Currency and FAA Approval, Approved Inspection Program (AIP) Compliance, Airworthiness Release Requirements, Maintenance Record Retention, Maintenance Audit Summary. It is designed for transportation & logistics operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed annual. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

Who should use this FAA 14 CFR Part 135 Air Carrier Maintenance Program Audit Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Air Carrier Maintenance Director professionals in the transportation & logistics 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.