AP TECHMATE — TERMS OF USE, SAFETY NOTICE & PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: August 26, 2026

Welcome to AP TechMate.

AP TechMate is an artificial intelligence-powered informational assistant designed to help aviation professionals research and understand aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, technical concepts, and regulatory information.

AP TechMate is a supplemental informational tool only. It is not approved maintenance data and must never be used as the sole basis for performing aircraft maintenance or making an airworthiness determination.

By accessing or using AP TechMate, you agree to the following terms.

1. CRITICAL AVIATION SAFETY NOTICE

Aircraft maintenance is safety-critical.

AP TechMate may generate information that is inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, misleading, inapplicable to a particular aircraft configuration, or entirely incorrect.

NEVER perform maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, repair, alteration, servicing, installation, removal, operational testing, return-to-service, or airworthiness determination solely based on information generated by AP TechMate.

Before taking action, users must independently verify all information using the current and applicable approved or accepted technical and regulatory data.

Applicable sources may include:

Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM)

Component Maintenance Manual (CMM)

Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC)

Structural Repair Manual (SRM)

Wiring Diagram Manual (WDM)

Fault Isolation Manual (FIM)

Troubleshooting Manual (TSM)

Maintenance Planning Document (MPD)

Minimum Equipment List (MEL)

Configuration Deviation List (CDL)

Airworthiness Directives (ADs)

Service Bulletins (SBs)

Engineering orders and approved engineering data

Manufacturer instructions

FAA-approved or accepted manuals and programs

Operator or repair-station manuals and procedures

Applicable regulations

Other current authorized technical data

Where AP TechMate conflicts with applicable technical data, regulations, manufacturer instructions, engineering instructions, or company procedures, the authoritative source controls.

2. NOT APPROVED MAINTENANCE DATA

Information generated by AP TechMate does not constitute FAA-approved data, FAA-accepted data, manufacturer-approved technical data, engineering authorization, maintenance instructions, or authorization for return to service.

AP TechMate does not replace an AMM, CMM, SRM, IPC, WDM, FIM, MEL, AD, Service Bulletin, engineering document, or any other required technical publication.

The FAA maintains specific requirements and guidance applicable to aircraft maintenance and continued airworthiness. (Federal Aviation Administration)

3. NO AIRWORTHINESS DETERMINATIONS

AP TechMate cannot determine whether an aircraft, engine, appliance, component, system, repair, or alteration is airworthy.

AP TechMate cannot:

Approve maintenance

Approve repairs or alterations

Issue engineering authorization

Perform required inspections

Exercise RII authority

Sign maintenance records

Approve an aircraft or component for return to service

Determine regulatory compliance on behalf of a user or organization

Replace the judgment of authorized maintenance or engineering personnel

All such determinations remain the responsibility of appropriately qualified and authorized persons and organizations.

4. USER QUALIFICATIONS

AP TechMate does not verify whether a user holds the certificates, ratings, training, qualifications, authorization, or experience necessary to perform a particular maintenance activity.

Users are solely responsible for ensuring they are properly qualified and authorized to perform any work they undertake.

Access to information through AP TechMate does not constitute authorization to perform maintenance.

5. AI LIMITATIONS

Artificial intelligence can make mistakes.

AP TechMate may:

Misinterpret a question

Confuse aircraft models or variants

Provide incorrect part numbers

Provide incorrect torque values or limits

Reference obsolete information

Omit required steps

Produce incorrect troubleshooting sequences

Misinterpret regulations

Generate nonexistent references

Fail to recognize configuration differences

Present incorrect information confidently

The FAA has specifically recognized that AI-generated content may be inaccurate, misleading, or false. (Federal Aviation Administration)

Never assume an AP TechMate answer is correct because it sounds authoritative, detailed, or technically plausible.

6. VERIFY EFFECTIVITY AND CONFIGURATION

Aircraft maintenance information may vary according to aircraft model, serial number, modification status, configuration, installed equipment, operator program, regulatory jurisdiction, and other factors.

Users must independently determine the applicability and effectivity of any information before relying upon it.

When uncertain, stop and consult the applicable approved technical data, manufacturer, engineering organization, operator, repair station, or regulatory authority.

7. REGULATORY INFORMATION

AP TechMate may help users locate, explain, or summarize regulatory information.

Such responses are provided for convenience only.

Regulations, interpretations, guidance, Airworthiness Directives, policies, and other regulatory materials can change.

Users are responsible for consulting the current official regulatory source before making compliance decisions.

Official FAA guidance and regulatory resources should be consulted where applicable. (Federal Aviation Administration)

8. NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE FAA OR MANUFACTURERS

AP TechMate is an independent service.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, AP TechMate is not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by, certified by, or approved by:

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Department of Transportation (DOT)

Aircraft manufacturers

Engine manufacturers

Component manufacturers

Airlines

Repair stations

Aviation regulatory authorities

Names and trademarks belonging to third parties remain the property of their respective owners.

9. PROFESSIONAL JUDGMENT

AP TechMate is intended to support—not replace—the knowledge, training, experience, professional judgment, and regulatory responsibility of aviation professionals.

The user retains full responsibility for evaluating whether information is appropriate for a particular maintenance situation.

When there is uncertainty involving aircraft safety, do not rely on AP TechMate. Consult the applicable authoritative source or appropriately authorized personnel.

10. EMERGENCY AND SAFETY-CRITICAL SITUATIONS

AP TechMate should not be relied upon as an emergency-response system.

If a situation presents an immediate threat to aircraft, personnel, passengers, property, or flight safety, users should follow their organization's established emergency and safety procedures and contact the appropriate authorized personnel.

11. USER-PROVIDED INFORMATION

Users are responsible for information they enter into AP TechMate.

Do not submit information that you are not authorized to disclose.

In particular, users should not submit:

Passwords or login credentials

Classified information

Export-controlled technical data

ITAR-controlled information

Proprietary employer information

Confidential manufacturer information

Personal financial information

Sensitive personal information

Restricted technical publications

Customer information

Trade secrets

Users are responsible for determining whether they have authorization to disclose information to the service.

12. PRIVACY AND DATA PROCESSING

Information submitted through AP TechMate may be transmitted, processed, logged, or stored by AP TechMate and technology service providers used to operate the service.

This may include conversation content and technical information necessary to provide, secure, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve the service.

Users should therefore avoid submitting confidential, proprietary, export-controlled, classified, or personally sensitive information.

Where required by applicable law, additional information regarding data collection, retention, cookies, and third-party processing may be provided through separate privacy notices.

13. THIRD-PARTY TECHNOLOGY

AP TechMate may rely upon third-party providers for artificial intelligence, communications, hosting, analytics, telecommunications, authentication, storage, and other infrastructure.

AP TechMate does not control every aspect of these third-party services and cannot guarantee their uninterrupted availability, accuracy, security, or performance.

Use of AP TechMate may therefore be subject to limitations or interruptions caused by third-party systems.

14. NO GUARANTEE OF AVAILABILITY

AP TechMate is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis.

We do not guarantee that the service will:

Always be available

Operate without interruption

Be error-free

Provide complete information

Provide current information

Produce accurate answers

Meet a user's specific operational requirements

Features may be modified, suspended, restricted, or discontinued at any time.

15. NO WARRANTIES

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, AP TechMate disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, reliability, completeness, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and suitability for aviation maintenance or airworthiness determinations.

No response generated by AP TechMate constitutes a warranty or guarantee.

16. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, AP TechMate, its owners, operators, affiliates, employees, contractors, technology providers, and representatives shall not be liable for damages arising from or related to the use of, inability to use, or reliance upon AP TechMate.

This includes, without limitation:

Aircraft damage

Component damage

Improper maintenance

Maintenance errors

Personal injury

Property damage

Aircraft-on-ground events

Flight delays or cancellations

Loss of revenue

Loss of profits

Loss of data

Regulatory violations

Enforcement actions

Incorrect maintenance records

Operational disruption

Consequential, incidental, indirect, special, or punitive damages

Users assume responsibility for independently verifying information before acting upon it.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited under applicable law.

17. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

By using AP TechMate, you acknowledge that artificial intelligence has inherent limitations and that relying upon unverified AI-generated information in aviation maintenance can create significant safety risks.

You voluntarily assume the risks associated with using AP TechMate as a supplemental informational resource.

18. INDEMNIFICATION

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless AP TechMate and its owners, affiliates, employees, contractors, and representatives from claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your misuse of the service, violation of these Terms, unauthorized disclosure of information, violation of applicable law, or reliance upon AP TechMate contrary to the safety requirements stated in these Terms.

19. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

The AP TechMate name, branding, website, software, design, and original content are protected by applicable intellectual-property laws.

Third-party aircraft names, manufacturer names, trademarks, manuals, documentation, and other intellectual property remain the property of their respective owners.

AP TechMate does not claim ownership of third-party intellectual property merely because it is referenced by the service.

20. PROHIBITED USE

AP TechMate may not be used to:

Circumvent aviation regulations

Falsify maintenance records

Fabricate inspections or maintenance

Misrepresent qualifications or authorization

Bypass required maintenance procedures

Conceal known safety defects

Obtain or distribute restricted technical information without authorization

Violate intellectual-property rights

Violate export-control requirements

Interfere with or abuse the service

Engage in unlawful activity

Access may be suspended or terminated for misuse.

21. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

These Terms may be updated periodically to reflect changes in the service, technology, regulatory environment, or legal requirements.

The current version will be posted on this page with its effective date.

Continued use of AP TechMate following an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms to the extent permitted by applicable law.

22. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms shall be governed by applicable United States law and the laws of the state identified by AP TechMate's operating entity, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, except where applicable law requires otherwise.

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23. CONTACT

Questions regarding AP TechMate, these Terms, privacy, or the service may be submitted through the contact information provided on the AP TechMate website.

FINAL SAFETY REMINDER

AP TechMate is an AI assistant—not approved maintenance data.

Always verify information using current applicable manuals, approved or accepted technical data, manufacturer instructions, company procedures, and regulatory requirements before performing or approving aircraft maintenance.

When in doubt, stop and verify.

One thing I would not publish yet is the privacy section as the final version. Since your chatbot runs through third-party AI/communications infrastructure, we should make that section accurately match what your actual system collects, stores, and shares rather than making broad promises that could create liability themselves.

Also, the liability language is useful, but it doesn't magically override product-liability, negligence, consumer-protection, privacy, or other laws. For a safety-critical aviation product, attorney review before selling it to mechanics, repair stations, or airlines is worth doing.