NAFA member Holstein Aviation shares one of their latest blog articles.
Often generated by a tracking program like CAMP, Traxxall, or SierraTrax, a Maintenance Status Sheet is a comprehensive “report card” of an aircraft’s mechanical history and upcoming requirements. It acts as a live ledger, tracking the airframe, engines, and time-limited components against three variables:
- Flight Hours: Total time the aircraft has been in the air.
- Landings/Cycles: The number of takeoffs and landings (critical for engine and structural life).
- Calendar Time: Inspections due every 12, 24, or 48 months, regardless of usage.
KEY COMPONENTS OF A STATUS SHEET
When reviewing an aircraft for sale, your aircraft brokerage will typically focus on these five critical sections to determine the asset’s true market position.
1. The “Due List” (Upcoming Tasks)
This is the most scrutinized part of the report. it lists every inspection, task, and part replacement due in the next 12 to 24 months. A “heavy” inspection due in 50 hours could represent a significant discount in the final sale price for aircraft for sale.
This article was originally published by Holstein Aviation on March 12, 2026.