Airworthiness Directives require what regarding maintenance records?

• A. They are voluntary to record
• B. They are mandatory and must be recorded in all maintenance records
• C. They are recorded only if requested
• D. They do not require recording

Answer: (A)

Airworthiness Directives create binding requirements for specific maintenance actions. When an AD requires inspections, modifications, or part replacements, the work and its outcomes must be documented in the aircraft’s maintenance records (and the component’s records) with details like the AD number, date of compliance, actions taken, and any part numbers. This recording is mandatory to prove continued airworthiness and allow future inspectors to verify compliance. It isn’t optional, nor is it only recorded on request or never recorded.