June 15, 2025

SMAC341 FAA’s Compliance Program

27 minutes

Preflight:

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Cruise Flight:

Talking Points:

Also referred to as the or “Compliance Program.” (Previously ““Compliance Philosophy”)

• Works on the premise that errors should be corrected not punished

• Voluntary Participation

• Work with FAA inspector, do not ignore FAA investigations

• Compliance Action may be as simple as coaching over the phone, or may have additional steps like a flight with aa CFI

• Generally does not result in legal action

• Generally not placed in the Pilot Records Database (PRD)

• Compliance Actions are much less hassle than legal actions

Filing an Aviation Safety Report (ASR, aka NASA Form) not required but a good idea. Save the confirmation number, and save a copy of the report.

From FAA website: “The Compliance Program represents a focus on using — where appropriate — non-enforcement methods, or “Compliance Actions.” A Compliance Action can be described as FAA’s non-enforcement methods for correcting unintentional deviations or noncompliance that arise from factors such as flawed systems and procedures, simple mistakes, lack of understanding, or diminished skills. A Compliance Action is not a legal adjudication, nor does it constitute a finding of violation.”

• Information provided can be used in future investigations and legal proceedings by the FAA, but compliance is almost always the best option

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