What is the responsibility of the person who complies with an Airworthiness Directive?

The responsibility of the person who complies with an Airworthiness Directive (AD) includes making an entry in the maintenance record. This is crucial because it provides a documented account of the actions taken to comply with the directive, ensuring that there is traceability and compliance history for that specific aircraft. The maintenance record acts as a legal document that shows the operator has adhered to safety directives issued by the FAA, which is essential for maintaining the aircraft's airworthiness.

By making an entry, the individual documents not only the compliance itself but also the details such as the date of compliance, the nature of the work performed, and who performed it. This is important for future reference and inspections, as well as for informing subsequent owners or operators of the aircraft about its maintenance history.

The other options do not directly relate to the primary responsibility of compliance with an AD as outlined in regulatory guidance. For instance, notifying the FAA is typically not required for routine compliance with an AD, and issuing a service bulletin is typically the responsibility of the manufacturer, not the person complying with the AD. Conducting an annual review pertains to a periodic evaluation and is separate from the compliance process with an AD.