Aircraft Airworthiness Inspection Flashcards
Where do you find the regulation that specifies the operating conditions that make 100-hour inspections mandatory?
FAR Part 91.
A certificated Airframe & Powerplant mechanic may sign off and approve the return to service following what type of inspection?
A 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 checklist be used as a guide for a 100-hour inspection?
The checklist must meet the minimum standards 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 ferry (special flight) permit is obtained.
In order for an individual person to conduct a 100-hour inspection and approve the return to service, that person must have what type of certificate(s)?
A mechanic’s certificate with both the Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
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, for how long?
Yes, the aircraft may be operated for up to 10 hours, if required, to reach a place where the inspection can be accomplished.
An airplane is flown 4 hours over the 100-hour inspection limit to reach your maintenance facility. How do you account for those 4 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 inspections?
Aircraft operated for compensation or hire, or used for flight instruction when provided by the flight instructor.
An aircraft under a progressive inspection program is operated for compensation or hire. Does it need a 100-hour inspection?
No, progressive inspections replace 100-hour inspections.
Who is authorized to supervise a progressive inspection?
Certificated A&P mechanics who hold an Inspection Authorization, certified repair stations, or the aircraft manufacturer.
When a progressive inspection program 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?
To the FAA Flight Standards District Office having jurisdiction over the area where the owner is located.
Is an engine run-up required as part of a 100-hour inspection on a turbine-powered aircraft?
Yes
