How often is information on the daily deck updated compared to the data plate?

The daily deck is updated more frequently than the data plate because it reflects the current operational status and requirements of the aircraft, equipment, and mission specifics on a day-to-day basis. This allows for real-time adjustments and accurate reflections of the state of readiness, alterations due to maintenance events, or changes in operational directives.

In contrast, the data plate contains static and critical information that typically does not change frequently, such as the manufacturer's specifications, model numbers, and other permanent identifiers. The data plate serves as a reference point for identifying the equipment and its capabilities, but does not capture the evolving operational context that the daily deck does.

Thus, for effective operational management and to ensure safe aircraft handling, the daily deck is regularly updated to reflect the latest information, making its updates more frequent than those of the data plate.