JAPAN
Staff Sgt. Victor Sanchez conducts a thru-flight inspection at Yokota Air Base, Japan.

(Photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

A TFI is a thorough inspection of an aircraft that is conducted before, during, and after flight to ensure safety and efficiency. This process includes a visual inspection for any signs of defects, functional checks to the engine and landing gear, and recording the results to ensure required maintenance has been performed. 

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