Bonding Straps.
Gentlemen,
Are we talking about Bonding Straps or Static wicks as there are replies that show some confusion??
Bonding straps are betweem parts, and control surfaces, probably invisible to the average pilot given airplanes size etc.
Static wicks are on the extremities of the wings, tail and control surfaces. The MEL/CDL will give the number that must be present. An example may be that," three may be missing, but, all must be present on the ailerons."
As for bonding straps it is unlikely that the CDL/MEL will address them as they are normally hidden, and a maintenance inspection item. They would be checked after a lightening strike, for instance.
Whatever you think, your company manuals are the overriding factor. It is always possible to have a difference between the manufacturers information and your companys. It will usually be more conservative.
Speedbird 48.