ACS Professional Development Flashcards
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To exercise Inspection Authorization (IA) privileges, a mechanic must hold an IA for at least how long before it must be renewed?
Answer: 12 months
An Inspection Authorization must be renewed annually (every 12 calendar months) by meeting one of the renewal activity requirements in 14 CFR 65.93.
Under 14 CFR 65.83, a certificated mechanic must have performed or supervised work in the aviation maintenance field within the preceding how many months to exercise certificate privileges?
Answer: 24 months
14 CFR 65.83 requires mechanics to have performed or supervised at least 6 months of work within the preceding 24 months to exercise certificate privileges.
A mechanic discovers that a repair was incorrectly performed by a previous technician. Under professional and regulatory standards, the mechanic should:
Answer: Document the discrepancy and refuse to approve the aircraft until it is corrected
A mechanic has a professional and regulatory obligation to document discrepancies and withhold approval for return to service until all known airworthiness issues are resolved.
Which 14 CFR Part governs the certification of aviation mechanics?
Answer: Part 65
14 CFR Part 65 covers airmen other than flight crewmembers, including the certification requirements and privileges of aviation mechanics.
The FAA's Aviation Safety Hotline (1-800-255-1111) is used to report:
Answer: Alleged violations of aviation regulations or safety concerns
The FAA Safety Hotline allows anyone to anonymously report suspected regulatory violations or safety hazards to the FAA.
Continuing education for a certificated mechanic is:
Answer: Not legally mandated but strongly encouraged for professional development
While no specific continuing education hours are legally required for a basic A&P certificate, professional development and staying current with technology is strongly encouraged by the FAA.
A mechanic's certificate, once issued, is:
Answer: Valid for life unless surrendered, suspended, or revoked
An FAA mechanic certificate is issued for life and does not expire; however, privileges can only be exercised if the currency requirements of 14 CFR 65.83 are met.