[MortMan]

The ball is still in the FAA's court because they have the responsibility of spot checking to ensure that the inpections are being properly performed. Evidently, there are some FAA inspectors who were "pencil-whipping" the paperwork instead of doing what we pay them for.

FAA designated inspectors are not necessarily FAA emplyees. In many cases, they work for the airline, aircraft manufacturer, or maintenance contractor.

It is the applicant's (read: airline's) responsibility to ensure that their inspections conform to the required standards. This is akin to blaming the test monitor because the student failed to pass the test.

At any rate, we disagree. If you'd like to continue the discussion, I'd be happy to, although I doubt either of us will sway the other. :-)

[EGPWS]

FAA designated inspectors are not necessarily FAA empl[o]yees.

Most are not, however they are approved via proxy to do the work of the FAA.

The FAA still is responsible for their approval of them thus their actions too.

I know, you already know this MortMan. ; )

[DustyMoment]

At any rate, we disagree.

We do, indeed and your conclusion is also correct. Thank you for a focused, civil and spirited discussion. I enjoyed the exchange.

Regards,
Dusty