Which statement accurately describes CAP post-flight procedures?

Which statement accurately describes CAP post-flight procedures?

• A. CAP pilots shall conduct a thorough post-flight inspection of their aircraft.
• B. CAP pilots shall perform only a preflight inspection.
• C. Post-flight inspections are optional.
• D. Only maintenance personnel may perform post-flight inspections.

Answer: (A)

After each flight, CAP pilots perform a thorough post-flight inspection to verify the aircraft is in a safe, airworthy condition and to catch any issues that may have developed during flight. This check helps ensure fluids are at proper levels, there are no leaks, controls move freely and correctly, hardware is secure, tires and landing gear are in good shape, and there’s nothing loose or damaged that could affect the next flight. Any discrepancies found are documented and routed to maintenance for proper disposition before the aircraft is flown again. This duty is a pilot responsibility, not optional, not limited to preflight, and not reserved only for maintenance personnel.

After each flight, CAP pilots perform a thorough post-flight inspection to verify the aircraft is in a safe, airworthy condition and to catch any issues that may have developed during flight. This check helps ensure fluids are at proper levels, there are no leaks, controls move freely and correctly, hardware is secure, tires and landing gear are in good shape, and there’s nothing loose or damaged that could affect the next flight. Any discrepancies found are documented and routed to maintenance for proper disposition before the aircraft is flown again. This duty is a pilot responsibility, not optional, not limited to preflight, and not reserved only for maintenance personnel.