What federal aviation regulation prescribes the requirements for issuance of a type certificate
FAR Part 21
What part of the FARs describes the airworthiness standards for Transport Category airplanes
FAR Part 25
What part of the FARs describes the performance characteristics that a small aircraft must demonstrate in order to be airworthy
FAR Part 23
Who is responsible for ensuring that only the most current information is used when performing maintenance on an aircraft
The person performing the maintance
Why are airworthiness directives issued
To correct unsafe conditions found in aircraft, engines, propellers, or appliances
How does the FAA notify aircraft owners of unsafe conditions that must be corrected
Issuing AD's
How do you determine the timeframe within which AD compliance is required
The AD contains the compliace time or period for completing the corrective action
If a mechanic wishes to develop a checklist for an annual or 100-hour inspection, what publication contains the guidelines for the required inspection items
FAR Part 43, Appendix D
How can you determine if the repair of damage is a major or minor repair
FAR Part 43 Appendix A
What publication might you consult for guidance when maintaining an old aircraft for which no maintenance manual
AC 43.13-1B
What are Advisory Circulars
Non-regulatory information of interest to the aviation public
What publication would you consult to determine an aircraft's (or Engine or Propellers) type design and its limitations
The Type Certificate Data Sheet, and/or Aircraft Specifications
In what FAA publication could you find a list of engines approved for use in a specific make and model of airplane
In the Type Certificate Data Sheet, and/or Aircraft Specifications
What reference material can be used to determine if an aircraft is certified in more than one catigaory
The Type Certificate Data Sheet, and/or Aircraft Specifications
What is the name of the manual that the manufacture provides to technicians who normally perform work om the system an components of an aircraft
Aircraft Maintenance Manual
Under what circumstances is compliance with a manufacturer's service bulletin mandatory
When the service bulletin is incorporated into an AD (or other approved data)
What kind of publications are used by aircraft manufacturers to notify owners of design defects and product improvements
Service bulletins, service letters and Service instructions
If you need to determine the serviceable dimensional limits for an engine part, what publication would you consult
The current engine manufacturer's overhaul manual
How often is the summary of ADs published
Every 2 years
As a certified mechanic, will you automatically receive all AD's
No. AD's are sent directly to the Owners
How are AD updates issued to subscribers to the Summery of Airworthiness Directives
Biweekly supplements
Where do you find the minimum scope and detail requirements that a 100-hour inspection checklist
FAR Part 43 Appendix D
Records of a major alteration must be made in what two places
Aircraft maintenance records and FAA Form 337
When completion of FAA Form 337 is required how many copies are normally made and who gets them
2 signed copies. One goes to the owner, and the other is sent to the local FAA FSDO within 48 hours of RTS
When an aircraft is sold what do the regulations require regarding the dispositions of records that contain the current status of Airworthiness Directives
The seller must transfer the records to the buyer at the time of sale
For what period of time must an aircraft owner maintain the records of a 100-hour inspection
Until superseded, or one year
In what publication may a mechanic find an example of a maintenance record entry for a 100-hour inspection
FAR Part 43.11
Where should a 100-hour inspection be recorded
in the appropriate maintenance record for the airframe, engine, propeller, or appliance
What items must be entered into the aircraft records after maintenance is performed
1. Description of the work performed and or reference to acceptable data. 2. Date the work was done. 3. Signature, certification, certification number of the person approving the aircraft for return to service.
What person makes the final maintenance record entry after a 100-hour inspection is completed
The person approving the aircraft for return to service
What documents must be prepared when a required inspection is performed and defects are found which render the aircraft or engine unworthy
The required maintenance entries must be made and a list of discrepancies and unairworthy items must be furnished to the owner
What maintenance record entries are required to contain the aircraft total time in service
Records of inspections
What regulation authorizes a certified mechanic who holds an Inspection Authorization to approve or disapprove a major repair or alteration
FAR 65.95
Who has the authority to rebuild an engine and return the operating time to zero
Only the engine manufacturer or an overhaul facility approved by the manufacturer
Are there any circumstances when more than 2 copies of Form 337 are required and if so when
Yes. Three copies are required when a fuel tank is installed in the passenger or baggage compartment, third copy is in the aircraft
How do the regulations define "time-in-service" in regard to maintenace record record entries
Time-in-service begins when the aircraft leaves the surface of the earth until it touches it at the next point of landing
What are the penalties for making fraudulent or intentionally false entries in any required record or report
The applicable airmen certificate(s) can be suspended or revoked
What persons are authorized to make the required maintenace entry approving the return to service after a progressive inspection is performed at a location other than the aircraft's home base
An applicable certified mechanic. An appropriately rated repair station, The Manufacturer
What is the difference between the terms "overhaul" and "rebuilding" as they pertain to aircraft engine maintenance records
Overhauled engines must be tested to approved or acceptable current standards and technical data. Rebuilt engines must be tested to the standards of a new engine
When performing an inspection required by FAR Part 91, what rotor-craft systems must be inspected in accordance with the manufactures's maintenance manual or instructions for continued airworthiness
The drive shafts or similar systems. The main rotor transmission gearbox for obvious defects. The main rotor and center section. The auxiliary rotor on helicopters
How can you determine that an aircraft part or appliance you receive is serviceable
By an approval for return to service in the maintenance record for the part or appliance. with completed Form 337