Aircraft Certificates and Requierments Flashcards
what documents are required on board an aircraft prior to flight? (14 CFR 91.203, 91.9)
A irworthiness
R registration
R adio Station License
O perating imitations- AFM/POH and supplements, placards,
markings
Weight and balance data-current
Compass Deviation Card
External Data Plate/Serial Number
What Is an airworthiness certificate? (FAA-H-8083-25)
issued by the FAA to all aircraft that have been proven to meet the minimum requirements of 14 CFR Part 21.
Airworthiness certificates come in two different classifications: standard airworthiness and special airworthiness.
what is special airworthiness certificate
issued for aircraft that do not meet the high standards set for “standard” aircraft but may be safely operated under limitations established in the FAR and/or prescribed by the issuing FAA inspector. Examples: Limited, restricted category
if airworthiness certificate
indicates one of the following categories, what significance would this have? (14 CFR Part 23)
a. Normal Category
b. Utility Category
a. Normal category- Aircraft structure capable of withstanding a load factor of 3.8 Gs without structural failure. Applicable to
aircraft intended for non-aerobatic operation.
b. Utility category- Aircraft structure must be capable of withstanding a load factor of 4.4 Gs. This would usually permit limited aerobatics. including spins (if approved for the aircraft)
Does an airworthiness certificate have an expiration date? (FAA-H-8083-25)
No. A standard airworthiness certifieate remains valid for as long as the aircraft meets its approved type design, is in a condition for safe operation , and the maintenance, preventative maintenance,
and alterations arc performed in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 21, 43, and 91.
Where must the airworthiness certificate be located?
14 CFR 91.203, FAA-H-8083-19
The certificate must be displayed at the cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legible to passengers or crew.
how a pilot determines if an aircraft conforms to its approved type designand Is In a condition for safe
operation. (14 CFA Parts 21 , 43 and 91)
Check the maintenance records
pilot conducts a thorough preflight inspection
Who Is responsible for ensuring that an aircraft Is
maintained In an airworthy condition? (14 CFR 91.403)
The owner or operator of an aircraft is primarily responsible for maintaining an aircraft in an airworthy condition.
What are “airworthiness directives”? (FAA-H-8083-25)
FAA uses to notify aircraft owners for
unsafe conditions that may exist because of design defects, maintenance, or other causes, and to specify the conditions
under which the product may continue to be operated.
ADs are regulatory in nature, and compliance is mandatory.
lt is the aircraft owner’s or operator’s responsibility to ensure compliance with all pertinent ADs.
What are the two types of ADs (FAA-H-8083-19)
ADs are divided into two categories :
Those of an emergency nature requiring immediate compliance prior to further flight
those of a less requiring compliance within a specified
period of time.
When are emergency ADs Issued? (FAA-H-8083-19)
when an unsafe condition exists that requires immediate action by an owner/operator,
Exam Tip: ADs and Recurring ADs - Be capable of finding and explaining the status of all ADs and recurring ADs that exist for type of aircraft, Locate and tab prior to the practical test.
What are Special Airworthiness Information bulletins?
Are they regulatory?
an information tool that alerts, educates , and makes recommendations to the aviation community
SAIBs contain non-regulatory
information and guidance that does not meet the criteria for an airworthiness directive (AD).
What is a type certificate data sheet? (FAA-H-8083-30)
when a new aircraft, engine, propeller, etc .is found to meet safety standards
The type certificate data sheet (TCDS) lists the specifications. conditions and limitations under which airworthiness requirements were met for the specified product, such as engine make and model. fuel type. engine limits. airspeed limits. maximum weight, minimum crew, etc.
What is a supplemental type certificate? (STC) (FAA-H-8083-3,
FAA-H-8083 -30, AC 21-40)
the FAA’s approval of a major change in the type design of a previously approved type certificated product.
The certificate authorizes an alteration to an
airframe, engine, or component that has been granted an approved type certificate.
STC Considered permanent record of an aircraft.
What Is an aircraft registration certificate?
FAA-H-8083-25
Before an aircraft can be flown legally, it must be registered with the FAA Aircraft Registry.
must be present in the aircraft