1. 8300. Which statement is correct when an aircraft has not been approved for return to service after an annual inspec tion because of several items requiring minor repair? A. Only the person who performed the annual inspection may approve the aircraft for return to service. B. An appropriately rated mechanic may repair the defects and approve the aircraft for return to service. C. An appropriately rated mechanic may repair the defects, but an IA must approve the aircraft for return to service.