Which regulatory body is primarily responsible for overseeing aircraft electrical maintenance standards?

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the regulatory body primarily responsible for overseeing aircraft electrical maintenance standards. The FAA establishes and enforces regulations ensuring that all aspects of aviation safety, including electrical systems maintenance, meet required safety standards. This includes overseeing the performance of maintenance practices, certifying personnel and organizations that carry out these tasks, and developing guidelines that reflect current safety practices and technological advancements.

By setting regulations and standards, the FAA plays a critical role in ensuring that aircraft electrical systems are safe, reliable, and conform to the necessary specifications. Unlike the NTSB, which focuses on investigating accidents, or ANSI and IEEE, which develop standards for broader electrical and electronics applications, the FAA directly regulates aviation to ensure public safety in air travel.