TSA seeks OMB nod to extend aircraft repair security paperwork
Published Date: 3/26/2025
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Summary
The TSA wants to keep collecting info from aircraft repair stations to make sure security stays strong. This affects FAA-certified repair shops, who’ll keep tracking records and can ask for reviews if needed. They’re asking for public feedback by May 27, 2025, and there’s no new cost or big changes—just a paperwork extension to keep things running smoothly.
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TSA security rules and inspections apply
If you own or operate an FAA-certificated aircraft repair station (14 CFR part 145) located on or adjacent to an airport, you must implement the security measures in 49 CFR part 1554 (for example, designate a TSA point of contact and prevent operation of unattended large aircraft capable of flight). Unless located on a military installation, your station is subject to TSA inspection, and TSA may require corrections; uncorrected security deficiencies can lead to FAA suspension or withdrawal of your 145-certificate.
Ongoing recordkeeping and inspection paperwork burden
You must maintain and update employment history records and security point-of-contact information, respond to TSA requests to inspect documentation, and may petition for reconsideration when needed. TSA estimates over 4,000 U.S. repair stations and more than 900 active repair stations outside the U.S. will together incur a total of 412 hours annually to satisfy these collection requirements.
Security reviews and audits of foreign repair stations
Aircraft repair stations located outside the United States that hold an FAA 145 certificate are subject to a required security review and audit under section 44924 of title 49 U.S.C.; TSA conducts tasks associated with those reviews on behalf of DHS. This applies to the more than 900 active repair stations located outside the United States identified in TSA's estimate.
Right to petition for reconsideration (appeal)
If TSA makes a determination that leads FAA to suspend or revoke your 145-certificate, you may petition TSA for reconsideration (an appeal) of that determination. Petitioning for reconsideration is part of the information collection and review process described by TSA.
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