Which type of maintenance is required for correcting defects found during inspections?

Corrective maintenance is specifically designed to address and rectify defects identified during inspections. This type of maintenance is performed after a fault or problem has occurred; it aims to restore equipment or systems to a condition where they can safely operate. When inspections reveal issues, corrective maintenance procedures are implemented to fix those defects, ensuring the integrity and safety of the aircraft or system is maintained.

Both routine maintenance and preventive maintenance focus on regular upkeep and proactive measures to prevent defects, rather than addressing existing issues. Routine maintenance involves scheduled tasks that keep equipment operational, while preventive maintenance is designed to prevent future failures based on the longevity and wear of components. Emergency maintenance, on the other hand, is a reactive approach to unforeseen and urgent failures that need immediate attention. Corrective maintenance stands apart as it specifically targets repairs necessitated by defects that have already been identified through inspections.