Every year, owners of certificated general aviation airplanes book an annual inspection, and outside a certificated repair station it takes a mechanic holding Inspection Authorization to sign it off. The IA is also the person who can approve many major repairs and alterations for return to service, which makes it one of the most valuable credentials an experienced A&P can earn.
Getting there includes an FAA knowledge test, and the questions refer to figures in a printed supplement. ASA prints the Computer Testing Supplement for Inspection Authorization as CT-8080-8D.
Quick answer: The ASA-CT-8080-8D is the Computer Testing Supplement for Inspection Authorization, the reference book of figures that IA knowledge test questions point to. It’s for A&P mechanics preparing for the Inspection Authorization knowledge test, available on Skyfarer and at Skyfarer Shop.
At a glance
- What it is. The FAA testing supplement for the Inspection Authorization knowledge test.
- Part number. ASA-CT-8080-8D.
- For. A&P mechanics applying for Inspection Authorization.
- On test day. The testing center provides a copy; yours is for study.
Studying with it
- Use it with every practice question that cites a figure. Get used to finding the right page quickly.
- Tie questions to real paperwork. Relate figure questions to the records and forms you already handle in the shop.
- Confirm the edition. Check that your copy matches the current test before you rely on it.
Pilot tip: Study with the regulations open beside the supplement. IA questions often hinge on exact regulatory wording, and practicing with both keeps you sharp on where answers come from.
Where to buy
Computer Testing Supplement for Inspection Authorization (ASA-CT-8080-8D) is sold by Skyfarer Shop. Find it on the Skyfarer marketplace or order directly from Skyfarer Shop. Either link shows the current price, shipping options and return terms.
Frequently asked questions
Who takes the IA knowledge test?
Certificated A&P mechanics applying for Inspection Authorization.
Does it include questions and answers?
No. It contains the reference figures. Use it with an IA test prep resource.
Do I need to bring it to the test?
No. The testing center provides the supplement.
