Aviation Safety Inspector

Job Duties

A. Technical Administration

Responsible for the geographic flight activities for the office. Assures, on a continuing basis, that the operators within their jurisdiction are properly and adequately organized, staffed and equipped; have and conduct an adequate training program, including an acceptable record keeping system; and have facilities and procedures that meet all regulatory requirements. Regularly visits the air carrier's/air operator's stations and other offices to maintain contact with their local top management officials and coordinates with the principal inspector for correction of any deficiencies or discrepancies. Conducts enforcement actions and prepares final reports and recommendations on disposition. Performs or supervises the emergency suspension of certificates or cancellation of flight operations specifications. Conducts or directs the reexamination of certificated airmen. Conducts investigations of public complaints, congressional inquiries, and aircraft incidents and accidents. Provides verbal and/or written technical assistance to legal counsel, testifies at court trials and formal hearings, and gives dispositions.

B. Certification

Reviews manuals and determines the adequacy of operations manuals for compliance with 14 CFR. Makes recommendations to the principal inspector for amendments to previously approved manuals to accomplish the following: correct any conflict with regulatory requirements; eliminate unsafe practices; and/or improve the specificity of instruction. Evaluates operations and facilities throughout the geographical area by periodic on-site inspection and the review of inspectors report and makes recommendations of changes essential or desirable in policies and procedures to the principal inspector.

C. Surveillance

Monitors all surveillance phases of flight oversight on behalf of the principal instructor including the following: training programs and records; base and station facilities; and enroute operations (including routes, areas, and/or airports). Evaluates trends which may indicate deterioration in the safety of flight operations and then personally, or through assistance of other inspectors, coordinates with the principal inspector, and suggests changes required to correct such trends. Monitors the activities of examiner designees, check airmen, and instructors, and takes any action that may be required due to this monitoring. Advises the SRPM, principal inspector, or manager of any problems and controversial situations and of suggestions to resolve such situations. Conducts a flight oversight system analysis independently or as a team member on special inspection teams. Performs other duties as required.