The FAA has issued a proposed policy change that would clarify the definition of the words “actively engaged” as it relates to application for and renewal of the Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate. Airframe and powerplant mechanics (A&Ps) can qualify to take the IA test if they have held the mechanic certificate for at least three years and have been “actively engaged” as a mechanic for the previous two years. The two-year actively engaged requirement also applies to IAs who want to renew their certificate, which expires after two years.
According to the FAA, “an individual must be actively engaged, for at least the prior two-year period, in maintaining aircraft to be eligible to either obtain or renew an IA.” In the past, FAA aviation safety inspectors have allowed IAs who don’t work on the shop floor or who don’t work full-time with aircraft to renew after complying with the minimum annual eight-hour training requirement.
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