AET Regulatory Compliance and Certification 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which FAA regulation governs the certification of avionics equipment for installation in aircraft?
- FAR Part 61
- FAR Part 21 and applicable TSOs (Correct answer)
- FAR Part 135
- FAR Part 91 only
Correct answer: FAR Part 21 and applicable TSOs
FAR Part 21 governs certification procedures for products and parts, while Technical Standard Orders (TSOs) define minimum performance standards for specific avionics equipment.
Question 2: What does a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) authorize?
- A pilot to fly a new aircraft type
- Modification of a certificated aircraft or installation of non-original equipment (Correct answer)
- A mechanic to perform annual inspections
- An airline to operate new routes
Correct answer: Modification of a certificated aircraft or installation of non-original equipment
An STC is issued by the FAA to approve a modification to a type-certificated aircraft that was not included in the original Type Certificate.
Question 3: Under FCC regulations, who must hold a license to operate aviation radio transmitters in the US?
- Only the airline company
- The aircraft must hold an FCC Aircraft Radio Station License (Correct answer)
- Only the pilot in command
- No license is required for domestic flight
Correct answer: The aircraft must hold an FCC Aircraft Radio Station License
FCC regulations require aircraft operating radio transmitters to hold an Aircraft Radio Station License, and pilots operating internationally need a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
Question 4: What is the purpose of FAA Advisory Circular AC 43.13-1B?
- Define pilot training requirements
- Provide acceptable methods, techniques, and practices for aircraft inspection and repair (Correct answer)
- Establish airline operating minimums
- Define ATC communication procedures
Correct answer: Provide acceptable methods, techniques, and practices for aircraft inspection and repair
AC 43.13-1B provides acceptable maintenance and repair methods for aircraft structures, systems, and powerplants, serving as a key reference for A&P and avionics technicians.
Question 5: Which FAA authorization allows an avionics technician to approve aircraft for return to service after maintenance?
- Private Pilot Certificate
- Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate with Inspection Authorization (IA) for major repairs (Correct answer)
- Sport Pilot Certificate
- Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
Correct answer: Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate with Inspection Authorization (IA) for major repairs
An A&P mechanic may return aircraft to service after maintenance; an Inspection Authorization (IA) is additionally required for annual inspections and major repairs/alterations.
Question 6: What document must accompany an avionics component to prove it is airworthy and approved for installation?
- Manufacturer warranty card
- FAA Form 8130-3 (Airworthiness Approval Tag) (Correct answer)
- Flight manual supplement only
- Purchase invoice
Correct answer: FAA Form 8130-3 (Airworthiness Approval Tag)
FAA Form 8130-3 is the Airworthiness Approval Tag that certifies a part or component has been inspected and meets airworthiness requirements for installation.
AET Regulatory Compliance and Certification 1
Which FAA regulation governs the certification of avionics equipment for installation in aircraft?