If a logbook entry is made according to 14 CFR Part 43, does it comply with the requirements of §91.417?

A logbook entry that is made according to 14 CFR Part 43 meets the requirements outlined in §91.417 when it pertains to both maintenance and inspections. This is because Part 43 establishes the standards for maintaining and altering aircraft, including providing the necessary documentation for any work performed.

Section 91.417 specifically mandates that the aircraft owner or operator must keep a record of maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations performed on the aircraft. The logbook entries made in accordance with Part 43 encompass not only inspections but also any maintenance actions, thus sufficiently meeting the regulations for documentation required under §91.417. The entries must include details such as the type of work performed, the date it was completed, and the signature of the individual performing the work, which fulfills the regulatory requirements for maintaining an accurate record of an aircraft's maintenance history.

The distinction regarding the nature of works is crucial here, as the correct understanding confirms that any logbook entry compliant with Part 43 naturally encompasses the broader category of maintenance and inspections, ensuring regulatory compliance as per §91.417.