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Inspection
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What type of an inspection may a certified a and p mechanic sign off on? | 100 hour inspection. |
| When may a mechanic perform an annual inspection? | When the obtain an IA. |
| When must an annual inspection be performed, if required for an aircraft? | within every 12 calendar months IAW 14 CFR PART 43 |
| What may be used as a checklist for 100hour/Annual inspection? | A list made by the mechanic as long as it conforms with the criteria laid out in CFR 14 part 43 appendix D and any criteria in the aircraft manufacturers maintenance manual. |
| When is a 100 hour inspection required? | Required for US registered civil aircraft operating IAW part 91, not operating under a continuous air worthiness program. Aircraft for flight instruction for hire. |
| What are the common causes of corrosion> | Dissimilar metals, Moisture ingress, Stress, Inproper surface coatings and sealants, Microbial growth, Chemical attack, Climate. |
| What are some forms of corrosion? | Dissimilar metal, Filiform, Pitting, Fretting, Intergranular, stress. Surface. |
| How can filiform corrosion be recognized? | A worm like pattern seen underneath coatings. |
| What areas are more prone to corrosion? | Landing gear, wheel wells, Flight controls, External surfaces, Exhaust trail, Battery areas, Engine inlet areas. Galley toilet. |
| What are the basic steps of corrosion removal and treatment? | Surface cleaning, coating removal, corrosion removal, neutralizing, coating restoration. |
| What are the proper tools for removing corrosion from anodized aluminum surfaces? | Non woven abrasive pads. |
| What type of agent is preferred for cleaning plastic surfaces such as windshields? | Soap and water. |
| What type of agent is preferred for removing oil or gasoline from tires or other rubber surfaces? | Soap and Water. |
| What are the privileges and limitations of a mechanic with regard to propellers? | May perform or supervise the maintenance, preventive maintenance excluding major repairs to, and major alterations of, propellers CFR14PART65 APP D. |
| What publication is needed to inspect an engine or airframe for conformity with specifications? | Aircraft Type Certificate data sheet. |
| Where do you find a list of life limited parts? | Aircraft/Engine maintenance manual. |
| Where can you find a list of information that is required for aircraft records after completion of 100 hour inspections? | 14 CFR 43.11 |
| When may a mechanic perform an annual inspection? | When properly rated and in possession of an Inspection Authorization. |
| When is the first 100 hour inspection due after discontinuing a progressive inspection program? | Within 100 hours after the first completed progressive inspection program item. |
| What are the privileges and limitations of a mechanic in regard to instruments? | May perform 100-hour inspections, remove and reinstall, correct markings on the outside of the glass, paint touch up and hardware replacement. May not overhaul or disassemble. |
| According to 14 CFR 65.81 a certified mechanic may not supervise maintenance, preventative maintenance or approve the return of service of an aircraft or appliance unless? | They have previously completed the task. |
| An annual inspection must be performed every __________ months. | 12 |
| An aircraft on a 100 hour inspection program is allowed to exceed the inspection time by _______ and still be legal to fly. | 10 hours. |
| Although only the ADs are required to be performed on the aircraft, it is not uncommon for _____________ to request SB's, service letters and vendor service publications be complied with? | operators. |
| The three reasons for performing a records review are? | Legality, airworthiness, adherence to regulations. (Regulatory, safety, responsibility). |
| The component _________________ in the aircraft records should match the corresponding component in the aircraft. | P/N and S/N. |
| Grease dirt and debris trap moisture which causes _____________ and ___________ between moving parts. | Corrosion and wear. |
| Regulations at 14 CFR 43.15 require a ______________ to be used when inspecting an aircraft. | Check list. |
| Any checklist used must at very least include the scope and detail of _________________ . | 14 cfr 43 |
| An annual inspection begins and ends with. | Engine run up. |
| Exhaust systems should be inspected closely for _____________ and corrosion in welds due to the danger of __________________________ from the cabin heating system. | Cracks, Carbon monoxide poisoning? |
| What type of inspection program can be used as an alternative to 100hour/annual inspection? | Progressive Inspection Program. |
| ___________________________ are items that, because of their time in service must be replaced with new or overhauled items. | Life Limited Parts. |
| What is the only Conformity inspection that may be supervised by an IA? | Progressive inspection. |
| What is the first step of an inspection that Part 43 Appendix D requires? | Before inspection remove or open all plates, access doors, fairings, cowlings. |
| Who may approve for return to service a progressive inspection phase check? | IA. |
| Does an aircraft under progressive inspection need a 100 hour inspection if the airplane is being used for flight instruction for hire? | YES. |
| An annual inspection begins and ends with _____________. | Logbooks. |
| The aircraft records for the engines, propellers, and airframe should be examined to compare the ________, _______ in the logbooks to the numbers actually on the aircraft. | P/N S/N. |
| Lines, hoses, and clamps should be inspected for ___________,_________,___________,___________. | Looseness, leaks, condition, flexibility. |
| A/an _______________ inspection program is an alternative to the 100 hour or annual inspection programs. | Progressive. |
| Pre inspection operational checks on commercial aircraft are performed to establish a baseline of __________ and ___________ for __________ ____________. | engine, systems, satisfactory performance. |
| When towing an aircraft, ______ ________ or ____________ are used to watch for obstructions and to help guide the tug driver. | wing walkers, observers. |
| The purpose of a ___________ __________ is to determine if an aircraft and its related components conform to a specified standard. | conformity inspection. |
| An _____________ ___________ inspection is required when an aircraft lands at a weight that is beyond the maximum weight limit. | overweight landing. |
| A hard landing inspection is carried out when a hard landing takes place _____________ the maximum design landing limits. | beyond. |
| A/an ________ _________ inspection is carried out when an aircraft collides with a bird or flock of birds. | bird strike. |
| In an AD compliance record the term NA by SA means? | Not applicable by serial number. |
| Name the types of inspections for aircraft operating under part 91. | 100 hour, Annual, Progressive, Continuous airworthiness maintenance program. |
| Under part 91.200 what items require periodic inspections? | Altimeters, Transponder, ELT. |
| Can an annual or 100 hour inspection be supervised? | No. |
| What frequency are altimeter and transponder inspection IAW 91.200 required? | 24 months. |
| What frequency are ELT inspections IAW 91,200 required? | 12 months. |
| Who may perform Altimeter , transponder and ELT periodic inspections IAW 91.200. | Altimeters and transponders must be performed by repair station, ELTS can be performed by appropriately rated mechanic. |
| Is incorporating an STC considered a major alteration? | Will be stipulated in the instruction of the STC |
| When incorporating an STC what must be done also if considered a major alteration? | Complete a 337. |
| If you incorporate and STC into an aircraft the STC is not approved for this is considered to be a? | Major alteration. |
| What must a part have to be installed into an aircraft. | TSO, PMA, Manufacturers production certificate. |
| When completing a logbook entry for an equipment change what also must be completed? | Update the weight and balance records and equipment list. |
| What must be provided to the owner after a 100 hour or annual inspection that failed inspection? | Discrepancy list. |
| What does TSO stand for? | Technical Standard Order |
| What does PMA stand for? | Parts Manufacturer Approval. |