So actually I am very happy with my very good A&P/IA. In fact I have now gone totally away from "companies" and rent a hangar for the Annual, where the IA and I do it in a few days, working solidly. The best possible job done and half the price of a "company".
Totally agree. 145 means you pay more for paperwork and bull
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You maintain your aircraft the way it should be maintained to your satisfaction as it is your neck on the line.
If CI are looking for 145 approved maintenance, then it will not be the register for light aircraft. Better be a Channel Island resident and have your light aircraft on the N.