Chapter 14 - Maintenance Publications, Forms, and Records

Question 1

What federal aviation regulation prescribes the requirements for issuance of a type certificate?

Answer 1

(14 CFR) FAR Part 21

Certification Procedures for Products and Parts

Question 2

What part of the FARs describes the airworthiness standards for Transport Category Airplanes?

Answer 2

FAR Part 25

Airworthiness Standards: Transport Category Airplanes

Question 3

What part of the Fars describes the performance characteristics that a small aircraft must demonstrate in order to be airworthy?

Answer 3

14 CFR Part 23

Airworthiness Standards: Normal, Utility, Acrobatic and Commuter Airplanes

Question 4

Who is responsible for ensuring that only the most current information is used when performing maintenance on an aircraft?

Answer 4

The person performing the maintenance

Question 5

Why are Airworthiness Directives issued?

Answer 5

To correct unsafe conditions found in aircraft, engines, propellers, or appliances

Question 6

How does the FAA notify aircraft owners of unsafe conditions that must be corrected?

Answer 6

By issuing Airworthiness Directives

Question 7

How do you determine the timeframe within which AD compliance is required

Answer 7

The AD contains the compliance time or period for completing the corrective action

Question 8

If a mechanic wishes to develop a checklist for an annual or 100-hour inspection, what publication contains the guidelines for the required inspection items?

Answer 8

FAR Part 43

Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration,

Appendix D

contains the scope and detail of an inspection checklist

Question 9

How can you determine if the repair of damage is a major or minor repair?

Answer 9

Part 43

Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration

Appendix A

defines major and minor repairs as well as preventive maintenance

Question 10

What publication might you consult for guidance when maintaining an old aircraft for which no maintenance manual exists?

Answer 10

AC 43.13-1B or its latest revision

Question 11

What are Advisory Circulars?

Answer 11

Non Regulatory information of interest to the aviation public

Question 12

What publication would you consult to determine an aircraft’s (or engine’s, or propeller’s) type design and its limitations?

Answer 12

The Type Certificate Data Sheet and/or Aircraft Specifications

Question 13

In what FAA publication could you find a list of engines approved for use in a specific make and model of airplane?

Answer 13

TCDS or Aircraft specs

Question 14

What reference material can be used to determine if an aircraft is certificated in more than one category?

Answer 14

TCDS, Ac specs

(Type certificate data sheet or Advisory circular specs)

Question 15

What is the name of the manual that the manufacturer provides to technicians who normally perform work on the systems and components of an aircraft?

Answer 15

The aircraft maintenance manual

Question 16

Under what circumstances is compliance with a manufacturer’s service bulletin mandatory?

Answer 16

When the service bulletin is incorporated into an AD (or other approved data)

Question 17

What kinds of publications are used by aircraft manufacturers to notify owners of design defects and product improvements?

Answer 17

Service bulletins, service letters, and service instructions

Question 18

If you need to determine the serviceable dimensional limits for an engine part, what publication would you consult?

Answer 18

The current engine manufacturer’s overhaul manual

Question 19

How often is the summary of ADs published?

Answer 19

Every two years

Question 20

As a certificated mechanic, will you automatically receive all ADs?

Answer 20

No, ADs are automatically sent only to registered aircraft owners

Question 21

How are AD updates issued to subscribers to the Summary of Airworthiness Directives?

Answer 21

Through bi-weekly supplements

Question 22

Where do you find the maximum scope and detail requirements that a 100-hour inspection checklist must contain?

Answer 22

FAR part 43

Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration

appendix D

Question 23

Records of a major alteration must be made in what two places?

Answer 23

An FAA form 337, and

the aircraft maintenance records

Question 24

When completion of FAA form 337 is required, how many copies are normally prepared and what is their distribution?

Answer 24

Two signed copies,

one is given to the aircraft owner and

one is sent to the local FAA flight Standards District Office (FSDO)

within 48 hours of the approval or return to service

Question 25

When an aircraft is sold, what do the regulations require regarding the disposition of records that contain the current status of Airworthiness Directives?

Answer 25

The seller must transfer the records to the buyer at the time of sale

Question 26

For what period of time must an aircraft owner maintain the records of a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 26

Until the work is superseded or

for one year after the inspection

Question 27

In what publication may a mechanic find an example of a maintenance record entry for a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 27

FAR part 43.11

Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration

Question 28

Where should a 100-hour inspection be recorded?

Answer 28

In the appropriate maintenance record for the airframe, power-plant, propeller or appliance

Question 29

What items must be entered into the aircraft records after maintenance is performed?

Answer 29

1) A description of the work performed and/or reference to acceptable data
2) The date the work was completed
3) The signature, certificate number, and type of certificate of the person approving the aircraft for return to service

Question 30

What person makes the final maintenance record entry after a 100-hour inspection is completed?

Answer 30

The person approving the aircraft for return to service

Question 31

What documents must be prepared when a required inspection is performed and defects are found which render the aircraft or engine un-airworthy?

Answer 31

The required maintenance entries must be made and a list of discrepancies and un-airworthy items must be furnished to the owner

Question 32

What maintenance record entries are required to contain the aircraft total time in service?

Answer 32

Only records of inspections require the total time

Question 33

What regulation authorizes a certificated mechanic who holds an Inspection Authorization to approve or disapprove a major repair or alteration?

Answer 33

FAR 65.95

Certification: Airmen Other Than Flight Crewmembers

Question 34

Who has the authority to rebuild an aircraft engine and return the operating time to zero?

Answer 34

Only the engine manufacturer or an overhaul facility approved by the manufacturer

Question 35

Are there any circumstances when more than two copies of Form 337s are required, and if so, when?

Answer 35

Yes, three copies are required when a fuel tank is installed in the passenger or baggage compartment, the third copy must be kept aboard the aircraft.

Question 36

How do the regulations define “time in service” in regard to maintenance record entries?

Answer 36

With respect to maintenance entries, “time in service” is from when the aircraft leaves the surface of the earth until it touches down at the next landing

Question 37

What are the penalties for making fraudulent or intentionally false entries in any required record or report?

Answer 37

The applicable airmen certificate(s) can be suspended or revoked.

Question 38

What persons are authorized to make the required maintenance entry approving the return to service after a progressive inspection is performed at a location other than the aircraft’s home base?

Answer 38

An applicable certificated mechanic,

an appropriately rated repair station,

the aircraft manufacturer

Question 39

What is the difference between the terms “overhaul” and “rebuilding” as they pertain to aircraft engine maintenance records?

Answer 39

“Overhauled” engines must be tested to approved or acceptable current standards and technical data.

“Rebuilt” engines must be tested to the same tolerance and limits as a new engine.

Question 40

When performing an inspection required by FAR part 91, what rotorcraft systems must be inspected in accordance with the manufacturer’s maintenance manual or instructions for continued airworthiness?

Answer 40

The drive shafts or similar systems,

the main rotor transmission gearbox for obvious defects,

the main rotor and center section,

the auxiliary rotor on helicopters.

Question 41

How can you determine that an aircraft part or appliance you receive is serviceable?

Answer 41

By an approval for return to service in the maintenance record for the part or appliance, or with a completed Form 337.