- Is a complex prosthetic inspected like the rest of the flight controls by a (prosthetic) type-certified orthopedist or mechanic, at regular intervals? If not, why not?
Edmundronald,
I understand your question, others have missed the point. See my post #169.
A pilot is regularly "inspected" and signed off as fit to fly by a qualified person.
The aircraft is regularly inspected and signed off as fit to fly by qualified persons.
In the case of the aircraft, removal and refitting of any part of the flying controls requires a second person to oversee and sign off the job. Essential mechanical parts fitted to aircraft are required to have documented wear limits. Any worn component or incorrectly fitted part would be rectified to alleviate risk of failure.
Is there a similar system in place for prosthetic limbs required by pilots? If not, surely there ought to be because they are, in practical terms, part of the flight controls.