Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with maintenance regulations?

The aircraft owner plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance with maintenance regulations. The owner is responsible for the overall condition of the aircraft and must ensure that it is maintained in accordance with all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. This responsibility includes making certain that all necessary inspections, repairs, and maintenance work are completed properly and on schedule, as stipulated by the regulations.

While FAA inspectors have the authority to monitor and enforce compliance, they do not carry the day-to-day responsibility for the maintenance of individual aircraft. Similarly, the pilot in command is responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft during flight but not for the broader maintenance compliance that falls on the owner. The operator of the flight may have specific duties related to the operation of the aircraft, but ultimately, the owner is tasked with complying with all maintenance regulations to ensure both safety and legality in aircraft operation.