Aircraft Annual Inspection Calculator
Estimate annual inspection costs based on aircraft age, engine hours, complexity, and historical findings. Plan your maintenance budget.
Inputs
years
hrs
years
Results
Total Estimate
$4,106
Recommended Reserve
$6,159
Base Inspection Cost$2,226
Est. Additional Findings$1,050
Est. Parts Cost$830
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the aircraft age (years) and engine time since major overhaul (TSMOH in hours).
- Rate last inspection findings severity (0 = clean, higher = significant squawks found).
- Select aircraft complexity (simple fixed-gear to complex retractable with turbine) and avionics age.
- Review base inspection cost, estimated additional findings, parts cost, and total estimate.
- Use the recommended reserve per flight hour to budget for future unexpected maintenance.
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