CAT Aviation Safety and Regulations 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does the acronym FOD stand for in aerospace safety?
- Foreign Object Debris/Damage (Correct answer)
- Flight Operations Directive
- Fuel Oil Deposit
- Fuselage Overhaul Deficiency
Correct answer: Foreign Object Debris/Damage
FOD (Foreign Object Debris/Damage) refers to any object or material that could damage aircraft or injure personnel, making FOD prevention a critical safety practice.
Question 2: Which regulation governs the maintenance record-keeping requirements for U.S.-registered aircraft?
- 14 CFR Part 43 (Correct answer)
- 14 CFR Part 91
- 14 CFR Part 121
- 14 CFR Part 65
Correct answer: 14 CFR Part 43
14 CFR Part 43 establishes the requirements for maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, and alteration, including maintenance record-keeping obligations.
Question 3: What is the primary purpose of a Safety Management System (SMS) in aerospace organizations?
- To proactively identify and mitigate safety risks before accidents occur (Correct answer)
- To investigate accidents after they happen
- To certify new aircraft types
- To train pilots on emergency procedures
Correct answer: To proactively identify and mitigate safety risks before accidents occur
An SMS provides a systematic, proactive framework for managing safety risks by identifying hazards and implementing controls before accidents or incidents occur.
Question 4: What is a Major Repair as defined by 14 CFR Part 43?
- A repair that might appreciably affect structural strength, flight characteristics, or airworthiness (Correct answer)
- Any repair costing more than $10,000
- Any repair requiring more than 8 hours of labor
- A repair performed outside an approved facility
Correct answer: A repair that might appreciably affect structural strength, flight characteristics, or airworthiness
A Major Repair is defined as one that might appreciably affect structural strength, flight characteristics, powerplant operation, flight safety, or other airworthiness qualities.
Question 5: Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when working with aircraft hydraulic fluid (Skydrol)?
- Chemical-resistant gloves and splash goggles (Correct answer)
- Leather gloves and safety glasses
- Nitrile gloves only
- Hard hat and steel-toed boots
Correct answer: Chemical-resistant gloves and splash goggles
Skydrol is a highly corrosive phosphate ester fluid that requires chemical-resistant gloves and splash goggles to prevent skin burns and eye injuries.
Question 6: What action must be taken when a technician discovers a defect beyond the scope of authorized work during an inspection?
- Stop work and notify the appropriate supervisory or certifying authority (Correct answer)
- Continue the original task and note the defect in a personal log
- Immediately attempt to repair the defect without authorization
- Ground the aircraft and wait for the pilot's instructions
Correct answer: Stop work and notify the appropriate supervisory or certifying authority
When a technician discovers a defect outside their authorized scope, they must stop and notify the supervising or certifying authority to ensure proper disposition.
CAT Aviation Safety and Regulations 2
What does the acronym FOD stand for in aerospace safety?