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By following this guide, you will create AD and SB compliance records, track applicability by aircraft, manage one-time and repetitive compliance methods, document evidence, and monitor next-due dates for recurring directives.
Who should read this: Directors of maintenance, maintenance controllers, and compliance managers responsible for ensuring fleet-wide compliance with mandatory Airworthiness Directives and manufacturer Service Bulletins.Required permission: maintenance_ops — read to view, update to create and modify compliance records.Regulatory basis: 14 CFR Part 39 establishes that Airworthiness Directives are legally enforceable rules issued by the FAA to correct unsafe conditions in aircraft. 14 CFR 91.403 requires owners and operators to maintain aircraft in an airworthy condition, including compliance with applicable ADs. 14 CFR 91.417 requires records of current status of applicable ADs including method of compliance and AD number.

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The AD/SB Compliance List

Navigate to Maintenance > AD/SB Compliance to see all tracked directives and bulletins. The list supports four item types:
TypeFull NameDescription
ADAirworthiness DirectiveMandatory FAA directive to correct unsafe conditions
SBService BulletinManufacturer-recommended action (may become mandatory)
CMRCertification Maint. Req.Required maintenance per type certificate
ECEngineering ChangeManufacturer engineering change order

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Table columns

ColumnDescription
AD/SB NumberRegulatory identifier — click to open detail
AircraftRegistration of the affected aircraft
SubjectBrief description of the directive
ATA ChapterApplicable ATA 100 chapter
TypeAD, SB, CMR, or EC
Compliance MethodTerminating, Repetitive, or One-Time
StatusOpen, Complied, Not Applicable, or Terminated
Next DueDate, hours, or cycles of next required compliance

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Create a Compliance Record

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Open the new compliance form
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From the AD/SB Compliance page, click New Record.
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Select the aircraft
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Choose the aircraft registration. Each compliance record is tied to a specific tail number.
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Enter directive identification
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  • Item Type — AD, SB, CMR, or EC
  • AD Number — FAA AD number (e.g., “2024-12-06”) for Airworthiness Directives
  • SB Number — Manufacturer SB number for Service Bulletins
  • TCDS Number — Type Certificate Data Sheet reference (if applicable)
  • Subject — Brief subject line describing the directive
  • Description — Full text or summary of the directive requirements
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    Set applicability
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  • ATA Chapter — The ATA 100 chapter code for the affected system
  • Applicable Aircraft Types — Aircraft types to which this directive applies
  • Applicable Serial Numbers — Specific serial number ranges, if limited
  • Effective Date — Date the directive became effective
  • Superseded By / Supersedes — Cross-references to related directives
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    Configure compliance method
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    Select the compliance method:
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    MethodDescriptionTerminatingOne-time action that permanently resolves the unsafe conditionRepetitiveRecurring action required at specified intervalsOne-TimeSingle compliance action with no recurrence
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    For Repetitive compliance, enter the recurrence intervals:
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  • Interval Hours — Repeat every N flight hours
  • Interval Cycles — Repeat every N cycles
  • Interval Months — Repeat every N calendar months
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    And the applicable tolerances:
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  • Tolerance Hours / Tolerance Cycles / Tolerance Days
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    Record initial compliance (if already complied)
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    If the aircraft has already complied with this directive, enter the last compliance data:
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  • Last Compliance Date — When compliance was accomplished
  • Last Compliance Hours — Aircraft hours at compliance
  • Last Compliance Cycles — Aircraft cycles at compliance
  • Last Compliance Method — Description of what was done
  • Last Compliance By — Who performed the work
  • Last Compliance Work Order — Reference to the work order
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    For repetitive items, the system calculates the next due values automatically from the last compliance point plus the interval.
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    Attach evidence documentation
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    Upload supporting documents:
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  • Document URL — Link to the AD/SB PDF from the Federal Register or manufacturer
  • Compliance Documents — Work order sign-offs, inspection reports, 8130-3 forms, or other evidence of compliance
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    14 CFR 91.417(a)(2)(v) requires records to show the current status of applicable ADs including the method of compliance, the AD number, and revision date. Maintaining uploaded evidence documents streamlines FAA audits and ramp checks.
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    Create the record
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    Click Create. The system saves the record, calculates the next due values for repetitive items, and displays it on the compliance list.

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    Record Subsequent Compliance

    For repetitive ADs, record each compliance event:
    1. Open the AD/SB detail page
    2. Click Record Compliance
    3. Enter the compliance date, hours, cycles, method, and performing mechanic
    4. Link the associated work order
    5. Click Save — the system recalculates the next due values

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    Status Management

    StatusWhen to use
    OpenDirective applies and compliance is pending
    CompliedTerminating action completed or repetitive item is current
    Not ApplicableDirective does not apply to this specific aircraft/serial number
    TerminatedSuperseded by a newer AD or terminated by FAA action

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    Monitor Fleet Compliance

    The Compliance Dashboard provides a fleet-wide view of AD/SB status. Items approaching their next due date appear in the “due soon” section with amber indicators. Overdue items appear with red indicators and require immediate attention.

    Manage Due Items

    Track all maintenance due items alongside AD compliance.

    Manage Work Orders

    Create work orders to accomplish AD compliance actions.

    Compliance Dashboard

    Monitor fleet-wide AD/SB compliance status.

    Record Integrity

    Verify compliance records with cryptographic hash chains.
    Last modified on April 5, 2026