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Insurance Checklists & PDFs
Access a curated selection of official FAA checklists and downloadable resources designed to help aircraft owners and operators maintain compliance with both insurance and regulatory standards. These documents cover critical operational areas—from pre-flight planning and aircraft configuration to risk management—making them valuable tools for both new and experienced aviators.
FAA Form 7233-4 – Pre-Flight Pilot Checklist & International Flight Plan
This dual-purpose form serves as both a pre-flight planning aid and an international flight plan document. It helps ensure pilots cover all necessary safety checks and navigation information required by the FAA and ICAO, making it an essential resource for cross-border flights.
OST Form 6410 – U.S. Air Carriers Certificate of Insurance
Required for commercial air carriers, OST Form 6410 certifies compliance with federal aviation liability insurance requirements. Filing this form with the FAA confirms that an air carrier has sufficient coverage to operate legally in U.S. airspace.
AC 23-21 – Airworthiness Compliance Checklists for Major Alterations
This Advisory Circular provides guidance for creating compliance checklists specific to major aircraft alterations. It helps ensure that structural or systems modifications on small airplanes meet FAA airworthiness criteria and documentation standards.
AC 23-24 – Compliance Checklists for Part 23 STC Projects
AC 23-24 assists applicants working on Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) modifications under Part 23. The document includes FAA-accepted checklists that streamline the certification process and ensure complete regulatory compliance for small aircraft upgrades.
AC 135-44 – Part 135 Operator Aircraft Configuration Inspection
Used by charter and commuter flight operators, this circular outlines the inspection process for verifying aircraft configuration before it enters service under Part 135. It ensures compliance with FAA operational and safety requirements for on-demand carriers.
AC 150/5200-18D – Airport Safety Self-Inspection
This document is a guide for airport operators conducting regular safety inspections. It includes actionable checklists for identifying and mitigating operational hazards, helping maintain airport readiness and FAA compliance.
FAA-H-8083-2A – Risk Management Handbook
The FAA’s Risk Management Handbook provides pilots and aviation professionals with tools and methodologies for evaluating and minimizing operational risks. It’s a cornerstone resource for building a strong safety culture and supporting insurance risk reduction.