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GENERAL
J MECHANIC PRIVILEGES AND LIMITATIONS
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What publication should a mechanic consult to determine if a repair is considered major or minor? | 14 CFR (FAR), Part 43, Appendix A. |
| Where in the FARs will you find the certification requirements for mechanics? | - FAR Part 65. |
| What are the ratings issued under a mechanic's certificate? | - Airframe and Powerplant. |
| What types of work may a certificated mechanic perform | A mechanic may perform or supervise maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations. |
| Is a certificated airframe mechanic allowed to perform maintenance on engines? | Not unless they are supervised by a certificated powerplant mechanic. |
| What are the limitations to a mechanic's privileges with regard to propellers? | A mechanic may not perform or supervise major repairs to, or major alterations of, propellers. |
| Is a mechanic allowed to repair or alter an aircraft instrument? | - No. Mechanics may not perform any repairs or alterations on instruments. |
| What are the requirements for recent experience in order to exercise the privileges of your mechanic's certificate or rating? | - You must have worked as a mechanic or technically supervised other mechanics for at least 6 months out of the past 24 months. |
| What authority does a mechanic have regarding approval for return to service | A mechanic may approve an aircraft, airframe, engine, propeller, or appliance for return to service in accordance with the provisions of FAR Part 65 |
| What are the privileges of an A & P mechanic regarding inspections? | A mechanic may perform and approve for return to service an airframe or engine following a 100-hour inspection ( |
| What is the duration of a mechanic's certificate? | The certificate is valid until surrendered, suspen ded or revoked. |
| . What are the privileges and limitations of an A & P mechanic regarding major repairs and alterations to airframes and engines, and their approval for return to service? | - A & P mechanics may perform major repairs and alterations but may not approve them for return to service unless they hold an Inspection Authorization. |
| In addition to performing maintenance, what other privileges are granted to a powerplant mechanic? | A powerplant mechanic may perform a 100-hour inspection on an engine and approve the engine for return to service |
| . When may a mechanic perform an annual inspection and return the aircraft to service? | - When the mechanic holds an Inspection Authorization. |
| May a mechanic supervise an inspection (or a portion of an inspection) and then approve the aircraft for return to service? | No. The mechanic approving the aircraft for return to service must actually perform the inspection. |
| What is the duration of a temporary airman's certificate | 120 days. |
| . If a mechanic's certificate is revoked, how long must he/she wait before applying for a new certificate? | One year unless the revocation order states otherwise. |
| What should a mechanic do if his or her temporary certificate is about to expire? | Contact a local FAA office and seek assistance. |
| . Is a person with a private pilot's certificate allowed to perform maintenance and, if so, what are his/her limitations? | A pilot may perform preventive maintenance in accordance with FAR Part 43. 3, 43.7 and Appendix A on an airplane owned by the pilot. He or she can also approve the aircraft for return to service following that maintenance. |
| . What are your requirements as an aircraft mechanic when you have a change of address? | You must notify the FAA in writing within 30 days of any change to your permanent address. |
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