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Inspection Authorization Refresher Seminars
on Friday, June 13, 2008
Schedule & content subject to change without notice

Time	Seminar
0830	Opening Remarks, Introductions, Guido Hassig
0900-0950	FAA DER, John Provorse
1000-1130	Advanced Human Factors, Roger Hughes, Manager, JetBlue
1130-1230	Lunch, Tour Exhibitors and Vendors
1230-1250	Charles Taylor Award Presentation
1300-1350	Updates and Changes, Presented by FSDO Inspectors
1400-1450	Avionics, Bob Jones Rochester FSDO
1500-1550	Runway Safety, Dr. Foster, FAA
1600-1630	AD Compliance Issues Eddie Dick, ROC FSDO

General Aviation Safety Seminars for Saturday
June 14, 2008

Time	Seminar
0900-1000	A Psychological Approach (and Landing), by Gene Benson, FAA Safety Team
1000-1100	Operation Raincheck, ROC ATC
1100-1200	Runway Safety, Dr. Foster, FAA Western-Pacific Region
1200-1300	Airspace Beyond the A,B,C's, Rollie Zavada, FAA Safety Team
1300-1400	Feature Presentation, Dick Bedford, WWII Pilot
1400-1430	Awards Presentation
1430-1530	"Staying Sharp: Pilot Proficiency Creates Safety", David St. George, FAA Safety Team
1530-1630	Angel Flight Briefing

Also, in the classroom, Gene Benson will conduct a CFI Workshop from  12-2 PM                                                                
                       

Inspection Authorization

The Rochester FSDO is pleased to announce that the annual FAA approved 8-hour refresher course will be offered in conjunction with the Rochester Wings 2008 event.

History

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initiated the issuance of the Inspection Authorization (IA) more than 35 years ago. This system of allowing qualified mechanics the privilege of performing certain inspections has served well in the maintenance of the U.S. Civil Fleet. The attainment of an IA and performance of the duties of that certificate greatly enhance the privileges and responsibilities of the aircraft mechanic. The IA permits the airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanic to perform a greater variety of maintenance and alterations than any other single maintenance entity.

The determination of airworthiness during an inspection is a serious responsibility. For many general aviation aircraft, the annual inspection could be the only in-depth inspection it receives throughout the year. In view of the wide ranging authority conveyed with the authorization, the annual renewal requirement addresses a broader field of knowledge than required for the A&P or other certificates and reflects the emphasis that is placed on the holder of the certificate in perpetuating air safety.

The FSDO will mail additional information to each IA holder in early April. The meeting is open to anyone interested in attending, priority seating will be provided for IA holders.