Repair Station Group Seeks Clarity On Advisory Circular

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Originally published at: Repair Station Group Seeks Clarity on Advisory Circular - AVweb

(AC) 43.13-1B meant to support independent technicians, mechanics and repair stations.

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At the beginning of the year the FAA was interpreting FAR 43.3(d) to say that a supervising mechanic had to be physically present alongside the non-certificated mechanic who is performing maintenance. By allowing the supervisor to decide the detail they need to see during the operation and then requiring a personal re-check, we expand the effectiveness of a scarcity of mechanics.

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Clarity is good, the AC has been the subject of confusion for a long time.

Elsewhere, following procedures, using proper tools, not rushing damaged a submarine:
Mistakes at BC shipyard damaged advanced Canadian submarine - Victoria Times Colonist

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Side note - propeller of a submarine is always covered to hide design, as that is a crucial piece of technology for low noise and propulsive efficiency thus duratio of battery charge.

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Clarity is good, . . .

Then you may wish to re-word the following:

Elsewhere, following procedures, using proper tools, not rushing damaged a submarine: