TRUE/FALSE
To be eligible for an A&P certificate, in the USA, you must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
True. Part 65.71(a)(2)
Where can you find the general privileges and limitations for a certificated mechanic?
FAR Part 65.81
Before an aircraft that has had an STC installed can be returned to service what must be filled out, signed and submitted to the FAA?
A FAA Form 337 must be submitted to the FAA .
What is the regulatory definition of maintenance?
Maintenance means inspection, overhaul, repair, preservation, and the replacement of parts but excludes preventative maintenance.
What is the Federal Regulation Title Number and title that the FARs fall under?
Title 14: Aeronautics and Space
An A&P mechanic cannot return an aircraft to service after the completion of a 100-Hr. inspection.
False. Part 65.85(a) & 65.87(a)
When is a certificated mechanic prohibited from exercising the privileges of his certificate and rating?
When he does not understand the current instructions of the manufacturer, and the maintenance manuals for the specific operation concerned.
According to the FAA, what kind of data is an aircraft maintenance manual?
An aircraft maintenance manual is acceptable data.
What is the life status of a life limited-part?
Life status means the accumulated cycles, hours, or any other mandatory replacement limit of a life-limited part.
Which FAR Part covers the issuance of Type Certificates?
FAR Part 21
The holder of a private pilot certificate may perform preventative maintenance on any aircraft owned and operated by him.
True. Part 43.3(g)
Can a certified airframe mechanic return to service a major repair? Where can you find that information?
No. FAR Part 65.85(a)
FAR Part 121 and 135 maintenance manuals are considered what type of data, according to the FAA? Why?
Part 121 and 135 manuals are approved data because the FAA reviews and approves each manual and all updates.
What must you, after a maintenance event, prior to returning an aircraft to service and where would you find this information in the regulations?
Make the appropriate maintenance record entries as required by FAR Part 43.9 or 43.11.
Execute the major repair or alteration form prescribed by the FAA.
If the repair or alteration has changed the operating limitation or flight data contained in the AFM then the AFM must be revised.
Decode the following: AD 2019-03-22.
2019-year issued
03- is the third bi-weekly issue
22- is the number of the AD during the bi-weekly issue
Airworthiness Directives do not always have a one-time compliance requirement.
True
Can a certificated airframe mechanic perform and return to service a major repair on a light sport category aircraft with a special airworthiness certificate? Where can you find justification for your answer?
Yes, a certificated airframe mechanic can perform and return to service a major repair on a light sport category aircraft with a special airworthiness certificate. FAR Part 65.82(b)
Since aircraft maintenance manuals are only acceptable data what regulation authorizes us to use them to perform maintenance on aircraft?
FAR Part 43.13(a)
What is the penalty if you make a fraudulent or intentionally false entry in any record or report that is required to be made? Does this include omission?
Suspension or revocation of the applicable airmen, operating, or production certificate. Yes, this includes omission.
What is the regulatory definition of Major Repair?
A major repair affects weight & balance, structural strength, performance, powerplant operation, flight characteristics, or other airworthiness factors.
An A&P mechanic can perform minor repairs on instruments.
False. Part 65.81(a)
Can a certificated mechanic perform and return to service a fabric repair with an area of one structural rib on an aileron? Where can you find the information to support your answer?
No, because the repair is on a flight control surface. FAR 65.85(a) and FAR Part 43 Appendix A(b)(xxvii)
The FAA authorizes you to use the AC 43.13-1B under what circumstances?
The aircraft is non-pressurized and only when there are no manufacturer repair or maintenance instructions.
Who are considered authorized persons in Canada?
Anyone holding a valid Transport Canada Civil Aviation Maintenance Engineers license
The holder of a Transport Canada Civil Aviation Approved Maintenance Organization Certificate
What FAR describes the performance rule that we, as mechanics, must satisfy?
43.13: Each person maintaining or altering, or performing preventative maintenance shall do the work in such a manner and use materials of such quality that the condition of the aircraft, airframe, aircraft engine, propeller, or appliance worked on will be at least equal to its original or properly altered condition.