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3 Tech Skills That Will Help Your Aviation Inspector Career

Understanding the latest innovations and safety regulations is key to becoming a successful aviation inspector.

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Aviation inspectors earn an average yearly salary of $77,533. Wages can range from $35,342 and go up to $170,090. [Adobe Stock photo]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Aviation Safety Inspectors (ASIs) are vital for maintaining aircraft safety, requiring a combination of educational background (minimum high school, preferably a degree), specific certifications (A&P, IA), and at least three years of relevant aviation experience.
  • The role of ASIs is rapidly evolving due to technological advancements that enhance inspection capabilities and efficiency.
  • Key technologies transforming aircraft inspections include drones for safer and faster visual examinations, Nondestructive Testing (NDT) for structural integrity, and the Internet of Things (IoT) with sensors for real-time predictive maintenance.
  • To succeed in this changing landscape, ASIs must continuously pursue professional development, acquiring new skills and certifications in areas like drone operation (e.g., FAA Part 107), advanced NDT methods, and IoT data analysis and systems integration.
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My first role in the aerospace industry was as a product line manager for a company that manufactured various aircraft components.

At the time, I had a limited background in aerospace. One of the first things I learned was the importance, and often panic, associated with Aircraft On Ground (AOG) situations. If you are unfamiliar with this term, it means the aircraft cannot be flown until an aviation inspector has approved it for flight again.

David Daly

David Daly is a professional writer, former Marine Corps officer, and a licensed commercial drone pilot. He is the founder of Vigilante Drones, a drone services company and a co-owner of Altitude University, a leading online educational platform for the drone industry.

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