All damage, no matter how minor, must be reported via SMS and the aircraft technical log. Collective responsibility.

Background

Unreported aircraft damage continues to be found during inspections. This is unsafe for the next pilot, complicates walkarounds, and damages aircraft airworthiness through poor tracking. Every member of the E-Flight community is responsible for reporting.

Key points

All damage — even cosmetic, even small — must be reported

Reporting via SMS and the aircraft technical log is both required, not either/or

Reporting ensures safe operations for the next flight

It prevents confusion during future walkarounds

It protects fellow pilots from flying with unknown damage

It maintains airworthiness through proper tracking

Required actions

After every flight, inspect the aircraft and report any new damage immediately

Log every incident via SMS AND in the aircraft technical log

If you find unreported damage during pre-flight, report it before flying

If in doubt whether to report — report

Further reading

SMS reporting form on Wings under Safety. Questions? Email