8130 The FAA Form 8130 is a source of a great deal of confusion for many people. That is because there are a number of different types of 8130s and they all have different uses and meanings.
Conformity Inspections When used as a Conformity Inspection document the 8130 certifies that an aircraft part was manufactured exactly in accordance with FAA Approved Engineering Data. This type of 8130 is often used when
Do I need an 8130 for Test Equipment? No, you do not. An 8130 is used only for aircraft components. No repair station, manufacturer or anyone else can issue an 8130 for test equipment. An 8130 is an Airworthiness Certificate, test equipm
Domestic Approval for Return to Service of Products and Parts When used for Domestic Approval for Return to Service of Products and Parts the 8130 certifies that a unit has been maintained in accordance with FAA rules and regulations and is therefore acceptable
