If the maintenance records do not show compliance with AD's, what is the aircraft's status?

The aircraft's status is considered unairworthy if the maintenance records do not demonstrate compliance with airworthiness directives (ADs). Airworthiness directives are mandatory regulations issued by aviation authorities to address specific safety issues or to mitigate potential hazards that may affect the performance of an aircraft. Compliance with these directives is critical to ensuring that the aircraft operates safely and meets all regulatory requirements.

When maintenance records do not reflect adherence to ADs, it indicates that the aircraft may not be in a condition that ensures safe operation. This unairworthy status prohibits the aircraft from being flown until the necessary maintenance actions outlined in the ADs are fulfilled, thereby ensuring that the aircraft can be safely operated post-compliance.