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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Where do you find the regulation that specifies the operating conditions that make 100 hour inspections mandatory? | FAR part 91 |
| A certified A&P mechanic may sign off and approve the return to service following what type of inspection? | 100 hour inspection. |
| Under what conditions may a mechanic perform an annual inspection and return the aircraft to service? | The mechanic must hold an Inspection Authorization? |
| What is the time frame within which an annual inspection must be performed if such an inspection is required? | Within the preceding 12 calendar months. |
| Under what conditions may any check list be used as guide to a 100 hour inspection? | Must meet the minimum requirements specified in FAR part 43 appendix D. |
| May an aircraft that is overdue for an annual inspection be flown to a place where the inspection can be performed? | Yes provided a special flight permit has been issued. |
| In order for an individual person to conduct a 100 hour inspection and approve the return to service the person must have what type of certificate? | Mechanics A and P certificate. |
| An aircraft is required by FAR 91.409 to have a 100 hour inspection. Is it legal to fly that airplane beyond the inspection requirement, and if so, how long? | Yes can be operated for up to 10 hours to reach a place where the inspection can be performed. |
| An airplane if flown 4 hours over the 100 hour limit to reach maintenance facility. How do you account for those four hours? | The 4 hours are included in the next 100 hours time in service period. |
| What types of operations require that aircraft operating under part 91 must undergo 100 hour inspection? | Aircraft operated for compensation for hire, or used for flight instruction when provided by the flight instructor. |
| An aircraft under a progressive inspection program is operated for compensation for hire. Does it need a 100 hour inspection? | No progressive inspections replace 100 hour inspections. |
| Who is authorized to supervise a progressive inspection? | Certified A and P mechanic who holds an Inspection Authorization, Certified repair station or manufacturer. |
| When a progressive inspection is discontinued, at what time is the next 100 hour inspection due? | 100 hours after the last complete inspection of the progressive program. |
| An owner desires to use a progressive inspection program to whom does the owner apply for authorization? | FAA flight standards district office having jurisdiction over the area the owner is located. |
| Is an engine run up required as part of a 100 hour inspection on a turbine powered aircraft? | Yes. |
| Where would you locate the required items that must be recorded in the aircraft maintenance records following completion of a 100 hour inspection. | FAR part 43. |
| Where might you locate a sample of the recommended statement for recording the approval for return to service of an aircraft following completion of an annual or 100 hour inspection? | FAR part 43 |
| Where would you look for approved information for work on an aircraft electrical system? | In the manufacturers maintenance manual or other instructions for continued airworthiness. |
| What are limitations placed on mechanics with regard to propellers? | May not perform major repairs to, or alterations of, propellers. |
| After equipment is installed in accordance with an STC, who must approve the return to service? | A and P mechanic who holds an IA. |
| What needs to be done to prepare an aircraft for an annual or 100 hour inspection? | Remove or open all doors, cowlings, fairings, inspection panels then clean the aircraft and engine. |
| What is the difference between a 100 hour and annual inspection? | Apart from frequency and who may perform the inspection they are the same in scope and detail. |