"Jim Macklin" wrote in message
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An equipment list is required and lists all components and
accessories and parts installed, except for the airframe
itself. A really well done equipment list will include the

As a general statement, I don't think so. A great idea? I agree. Required by
a reg? Where?

An equipment list may be required for the certification but I don't see any
reg that says that you have to keep it up to date. All that is required is
updated W&B. The FAA publication that Mike Busch quotes is somewhat
ambiguous but it is only advisory, anyway.

Having said all that, I did download Mike's spreadsheet and I plan to create
an equipment list - just for fun. However, I'm quite sure that I won't be
able to match the current W&B which will leave a perpetual puzzle until I
pay to have the plane re-weighed.
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