When is an Acceptance Inspection performed?

An Acceptance Inspection is performed upon the return of an aircraft from standard Depot level work. This inspection is critical because it ensures that all repairs and maintenance completed during the depot phase meet the required standards and specifications before the aircraft is returned to operational status. During this time, the integrity of the aircraft systems is verified, ensuring safety and readiness for future flight operations.

While inspections do occur in other scenarios, such as after the manufacturing of a new aircraft or following an emergency landing, these are typically categorized differently. The manufacturing inspection focuses on conformity to specifications during assembly, and the inspection after an emergency landing would assess damage or necessary repairs, rather than formally accepting the aircraft back into service post-maintenance. Similarly, when an aircraft has not been used for a significant period, other types of checks might be performed, but they do not fit the specific criteria for an Acceptance Inspection.