Safety Procedures & Regulatory Compliance Flashcards
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Under 14 CFR Part 43, who is authorized to approve an aircraft for return to service after a major repair?
Answer: An FAA-certificated mechanic holding an Inspection Authorization (IA)
Only an FAA-certificated mechanic holding an Inspection Authorization (IA) or an appropriately rated repair station may approve an aircraft for return to service after a major repair.
When using a torque wrench on an aircraft fastener, the torque value specified in the maintenance manual refers to:
Answer: The dry torque value unless otherwise specified
Torque values in maintenance manuals are dry torque values unless the manual specifically states that lubrication is to be applied.
A mechanic discovers a crack in an aircraft structure that is NOT listed in the approved repair manual. What is the correct course of action?
Answer: Obtain an FAA-approved repair data or DER-approved repair before proceeding
Repairs not covered by approved data must be accomplished using FAA-approved data, which may include a Designated Engineering Representative (DER) approval or a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC).
Which document provides the minimum inspection requirements for a U.S.-registered civil aircraft?
Answer: 14 CFR Part 43, Appendix D
14 CFR Part 43, Appendix D lists the scope and detail of items to be included in annual and 100-hour inspections.
When must a mechanic make an entry in the aircraft maintenance records after performing maintenance?
Answer: Before the aircraft is returned to service
Per 14 CFR Part 43.9, a maintenance record entry must be made before the aircraft is returned to service.
An Airworthiness Directive (AD) compliance entry must include all of the following EXCEPT:
Answer: The estimated cost of compliance
AD compliance records must include the AD number, revision, method of compliance, and the approving person's signature and certificate number, but not cost information.
Which class of aircraft hardware requires a specific military or industry standard part number to be used as a direct replacement?
Answer: Standard parts
Standard parts are manufactured to an established industry or U.S. military specification and may be used as direct replacements when the part number matches the specification.