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Code Compliance & Standards Flashcards

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  1. Under 14 CFR Part 43, who is authorized to approve an aircraft for return to service after a major repair?

    Answer: An FAA-certificated IA (Inspection Authorization) holder

    Major repairs must be approved for return to service by an IA holder, an FAA representative, or a certificated repair station.

  2. What form is used to record a major repair or major alteration on an aircraft?

    Answer: FAA Form 337

    FAA Form 337 (Major Repair and Alteration) is the required document for recording major repairs and alterations to aircraft.

  3. Which publication would a mechanic consult to find the specific tasks required during a scheduled heavy maintenance check on a Part 121 air carrier aircraft?

    Answer: The carrier's FAA-approved Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP)

    Part 121 air carriers use an FAA-approved CAMP that specifies all scheduled maintenance tasks and intervals.

  4. ASTM International standards referenced by the FAA for Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) maintenance are considered:

    Answer: Consensus standards accepted by the FAA

    The FAA accepts ASTM consensus standards for LSA design and maintenance as a valid means of compliance.

  5. A mechanic finds a cracked engine mount on a certificated aircraft. Replacing the mount with an identical part from the manufacturer is classified as a:

    Answer: Major repair requiring Form 337

    Engine mount replacement is listed as a major repair in 14 CFR Part 43 Appendix A and requires FAA Form 337.

  6. What is the primary purpose of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)?

    Answer: To approve a modification that changes the original type design of a certificated product

    An STC approves a design change to an already type-certificated product, allowing installation of non-original equipment or modifications.

  7. Under 14 CFR 91.409, an aircraft operated for hire requiring a 100-hour inspection must have the inspection performed within what tolerance?

    Answer: Within 10 hours after the due time

    14 CFR 91.409 allows a 10-hour tolerance beyond the 100-hour interval, but the next interval is calculated from when it was due, not when it was done.