Aviation maintenance is a world built on precision and…a long list of acronyms. From ABO to ACO, DAR to DOM, and RTS to STC, the shorthand of aircraft maintenance records makes for a language all on its own. For seasoned technicians, these terms are second nature; for everyone else, they can feel like a barrage of letters drifting down the flight line.

In this piece, we’ll break down the most essential aviation maintenance acronyms commonly found in logbook records. Whether you're a student, new technician, operator, pilot—or even a seasoned FAA inspector—consider this your Rosetta Stone for one of the most acronym-rich domains within transportation.

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