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Aircraft Maintenance & Facilities Operations Flashcards

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Aircraft being fueled shall be positioned so that the aircraft fuel system vents or fuel tank openings are not closer than __________ to any terminal building, hangar, service building, or enclosed passenger concourse.

  • 7.6m / 25 ft
  • 15.24m / 50 ft
  • 30.48m / 100 ft
  • 60.96m / 200 ft
A

7.6m / 25 ft

per AC-150/5230-4B / NFPA 407 4.2.11.1.3

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De-icing fluid, waste jet fuel, and used engine oil are stored at the company hangar. In accordance with the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), the aviation manager must:

(Reference: Occupational Safety & Health for Technologists, Engineers & Managers, 8th edition
Content Area: AF3)

  • provide state and local authorities with a current copy of the company emergency response plan.
  • immediately report any hazardous chemicals releases exceeding state or local limits.
  • practice the hazardous chemical spill plan in coordination with state and local authorities.
  • ensure that personnel trained in spill control are available to respond to hazardous chemical releases.
A

immediately report any hazardous chemicals releases exceeding state or local limits.

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An advantage of maintaining an aircraft on a continuous inspection schedule is:

(Reference: NBAA Management Guide
Content Area: AF2)

  • maintenance technicians are not required to hold Inspection Authorization.
  • complete inspection of the aircraft is made every 12 calendar months.
  • continuous review of Airworthiness Directives is not required.
  • exemption from FSDO oversight of maintenance process.
A

maintenance technicians are not required to hold Inspection Authorization.

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It is a good operating practice for an aircraft that has been repaired in a way that may have changed its flight characteristics, it is important that

  • the first flight charter passengers are not onboard.
  • a written Flight Check profile is given to the crew prior to the flight.
  • the flight is at the airport where the Maintenance was performed.
  • the flight takes place during the day.
A

a written Flight Check profile is given to the crew prior to the flight.

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How is a Required Inspection Item (RII) identified?

A. Air Carriers General Maintenance Manual
B. FAR Part 135
C. Airframe Maintenance Manual
D. Repair Station Manual

A

A. Air Carrier’s General Maintenance Manual

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Hazmat labeling information could be found in:

  • 14 CFR 43
  • 49 CFR 175
  • 49 CFR 91 appendix H
  • 49 CFR 172
A

49 CFR 172

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The 3 certificates necessary for the full FAA certification of an airplane are:

  • Type, Supplemental Type, and Airworthiness
  • Type, Production, and Airworthiness
  • Type, Airworthiness, and Registration
  • Type, Airframe, and Powerplant
A

Type, Production, and Airworthiness

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According to OSHA, when you see a fire just beginning to happen or develop, which is your first step?

A

Sound the fire alarm and call the fire department

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What is not a recommended practice when planning spare parts inventory purchases?

  • Determining self life considerations for time controlled stock
  • Review last years purchase orders
  • Sharing experiences with other operators of the same aircraft type
  • Learning current fleet tendencies from field service reps
A

Review last years purchase orders

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CDL items typically must be fixed

  • In 10 days, including day of discovery
  • In 15 days, including day of discovery
  • In 10 days, excluding day of discovery
  • In 15 days, excluding day of discovery
A

In 10 days, excluding day of discovery

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What MUST be included in the maintenance record entry for inspections conducted under FAR Part 91?

(Reference: FAR 43.11
Content Area: AF2)

  • Inspection date and aircraft total time
  • Reference technical data (page and paragraph)
  • FAA Form 337
  • Aircraft make, model and serial number
A

Inspection date and aircraft total time

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Repair of the winglet due to major damage from striking the side of the hangar requires which documentation?

  • FAA Form 337 in duplicate - One for the certified repair station, one for the aircraft owner
  • FAA Form 337 in duplicate - One for the FAA Aircraft Registration Branch in OKC, one for the aircraft owner
  • FAA Form 8130-3 in triplicate - one for the certified repair station, one for the aircraft owner, one for the FAA Aircraft Registration Branch in OKC
  • FAA Form 8130-3 in duplicate - one for the aircraft owner, one for the certified repair station
A

FAA Form 337 in duplicate - One for the FAA Aircraft Registration Branch in OKC, one for the aircraft owner

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“Substantial damage” is defined as damage or failure that adversely affects:

Reference: CFR 49, Part 830.2
Content Area: AF2

A. structural integrity or flight characteristics.

B. structural integrity of fuselage, wing and flight control surfaces, and normally requires repair or replacement of the affected components.

C. performance and normally requires repair or replacement of the affected components.

D. structural strength, performance or flight characteristics and normally requires repair or replacement of the affected components.

A

D.

  1. Structural strength,
  2. performance, or
  3. flight characteristics and normally requires repair or replacement of the affected components.
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Form 337 should be used for the following scenarios

  • paint, interior, and mods
  • paint, inspections, and discrepancies
  • inspections, avionics work, and mods
  • interior, mods, and avionics work
A

interior, mods, and avionics work

see Mgt Guide pg 4-25

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A tool calibration program is required by the FAA. Which of the following are true?

  1. Tools must be calibrated every 6 months by an approving laboratory
  2. Tools will have a valid calibration sticker showing last calibration date and date when next calibration is due
  3. Tools shall be used only when they have a valid calibration sticker
  4. A valid calibration sticker assures the user that the tool is within calibrated limits until the next calibration due date
A
  1. Tools will have a valid calibration sticker showing last calibration date and date when next calibration is due
  2. Tools shall be used only when they have a valid calibration sticker
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The Maintenance Operations Manual should ensure that maintenance occurs in accordance with designated maintenance program, manufacturer’s guidelines, State regulations. It should also include….

(Choose the other options that SHOULD also be included; multiple answers):

  1. Aircraft is/are appropriately equipped, configured and maintained for intended use
  2. Documentation is correct, available, and current
  3. Safety is put at the lowest importance for performing maintenance on aircraft
  4. Technical records are maintained in accordance with State regulations
A
  1. Aircraft is/are appropriately equipped, configured and maintained for intended use
  2. Documentation is correct, available, and current
  3. Technical records are maintained in accordance with State regulations
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The purpose for a company maintenance manual is to provide the highest degree of safety combined with the:

(Reference: NBAA Management Guide
Content Area: AF1)

  • most consistent level of support.
  • lowest operating cost achievable.
  • greatest flexibility for calendar items.
  • truth-in-leasing statement compliance.
A

most consistent level of support.

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FAR 91.213 states no person may takeoff in an aircraft with inoperative instruments unless

  • there is an MEL and a placard
  • the DOM has approved it
  • there is a LOA
  • there is a MEL and LOA
A

There is a MEL and LOA

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TRUE or FALSE - The aviation department should provide technicians with adequate tools to perform normal maintenance tasks. These tasks include the removal and replacement of standard aircraft fasteners such as screws, bolts, nuts and pins.

(AF1 )

A

False - Technicians provide their own tools, and a company should have an allowance for purchasing their own tools.

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The Director of Maintenance has been tasked with ensuring security of the airport facilities for the passengers, employees and airport-based assets. The first step should be to:

( Reference: Business and Corporate Aviation Management, by John Sheehan. McGraw-Hill, 2013
Content Area: AF6 )

  • prevent unauthorized access to the facilities.
  • develop a security program specific to the location.
  • assess the threat and vulnerabilities.
  • evaluate and update the Emergency Response Plan.
A

Assess the threat and vulnerabilities.

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21
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An example of a permit confined space is a

  • fuel tank
  • avionics bay
  • aft maintenance compartment
  • landing gear opening
A

Fuel tank

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How often should a precision tool be calibrated?

  • Every 6 months, unless otherwise noted
  • Every 12 months, unless otherwise noted
  • Every 24 months, unless otherwise noted
  • Every 36 months, unless otherwise noted
A

Every 12 months, unless otherwise noted

23
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To mitigate the possibility of passengers inadvertently being injured during the boarding process on the ramp, passengers should:

(Reference: Business and Corporate Aviation Management, by John Sheehan. McGraw-Hill, 2013
Content Area: AF6 )

  • walk directly to the boarding door of the aircraft.
  • control their baggage until entering the aircraft.
  • not be allowed unescorted access on any ramp.
  • proceed as soon as the hangar/lobby door is opened.
A

Not be allowed unescorted access on any ramp.

24
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Under Part 21.197, Special flight permits are also known as a _____ permit. These are issued by the FSDO geographically responsible for the area in which the flight is to ______.

  • Transport permit, originate
  • Ferry permit, terminate
  • Carry permit, terminate
  • Ferry permit, originate
A

Ferry permit, originate

25
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FAR 91 requires that aircraft operated under this FAR have an established inspection program approved by the administrator. What are the three basic types of schedules?

  • Annual, progressive, continuous
  • Pre-flight, post-flight and crew debrief
  • Flight operations, engine, and component inspections
  • Airframe, powerplant, appliance
A

Annual, progressive, continuous

26
Q

In order for safety precautions (e.g., guard rails, personal protective equipment) to be effective, safety requirements must be a part of:

( Reference: Business and Corporate Aviation Management, by John Sheehan. McGraw-Hill, 2013
Content Area: AF1 )

  • Air Operations Area policy guidelines.
  • federal and state OSHA regulations.
  • company standard operating procedures.
  • local airport rules and regulations.
A

company standard operating procedures.

27
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An out of town manufacturer’s rep has brought special equipment to the airport to perform work on several aircraft located in various hangars. In order to go from one hangar to another, the rep must cross a designated SIDA (Security identification display area) ramp. The rep can:

(Reference: 49 CFR 1542.207
Content Area: AF6 )

  • cross the ramp since all of the ramps are adjoining.
  • be escorted by someone with unescorted access.
  • cross the ramp using his IBAC ID badge.
  • use their employee ID badge.
A

be escorted by someone with unescorted access.

28
Q

The flight crew of an aircraft with an electronic flight instrument system received a message indicating an avionics component had failed. What is the first action the crew should take?

(Reference: NBAA Management Guide
Content Area: AF1)

  • Ask the lead passenger to clarify the importance of the flight
  • Delay the flight and have maintenance repair the discrepancy
  • Consult the SOP and MEL to determine the appropriate action
  • Obtain approval for dispatch from the maintenance manager
A

• Consult the SOP and MEL to determine the appropriate action

29
Q

Which of the following is not an area typically reviewed in a CASS ( Client Assets Sourcebook) Audit program?

  • Maintenance Authorization
  • Quality Assurance
  • Training
  • Vendor Work Orders
A

Vendor Work Orders

30
Q

Which regulation is not within 14 CFR 91?

A

Airworthiness approvals

14 CFR 21 certification procedures for products and articles

31
Q

The MEL binder should contain which of the following:

  • discrepancies
  • corrective actions
  • deferrals
  • Letter of Authorization
A

Letter of Authorization

32
Q

Life-limited/time-controlled components are scheduled for removal in accordance with the:

( Reference: NBAA Management Guide
Content Area: AF2 )

  • Minimum Equipment List (MEL) requirements.
  • approved “on condition” inspection program.
  • aircraft inspection program and schedule.
  • approved operation specifications.
A

aircraft inspection program and schedule.

33
Q

Of the following, the MOST important responsibility assigned to the maintenance manager is:

( Reference: Practical Applications in Business Aviation Management
Content Area: AF5 )

  • maintaining operational control of the aircraft.
  • properly documenting the aircraft records.
  • reporting the aircraft trip log for property taxes.
  • managing the facility upkeep and airport security plan.
A

properly documenting the aircraft records.

34
Q

What is a good resource for calculating the number of Maintenance staff personnel for the department?

  • Data provided from the aircraft manufacturer
  • Your companies HR department
  • Other corporate flight departments operating similar aircraft
  • Your Local FSDO
A

Other corporate flight departments operating similar aircraft

35
Q

What FAA Certificate is an attachment to an individual’s Airframe and Powerplant license that can give the maintenance department added flexibility through increased signature authority level?

  • FAA DER
  • FAA DAR
  • The Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate
  • Type Rating for Specific Aircraft
A

The Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate.

Allows for sign off of annual inspection.

36
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When using an independent contractor, it is important that:

A

the contractor should provide their own supplies, tools, etc to complete the job

37
Q

TRUE or FALSE – AF2 As a Part 135 operator with maintenance, you need to have a Part 145 Repair Station certificate.

A

True

38
Q

___________ are FAA regulations that require inspections and/or modification to an aircraft after it has been certified.

  • Airworthiness directives (AD)
  • Service bulletins (SB)
  • Required maintenance authorizations
  • Supplemental type certificate (STC)
A 
Airworthiness directives (AD)
 see NBAA Management Guide, page 4-8
39
Q

The person approving or disapproving an aircraft return to service shall make an entry in the maintenance record containing the following information:

A. The date of the inspection and date of last flight
B. The type of inspection and a brief description of the extent of the inspection
C. The type of aircraft and location of work performed
D. The airworthiness certificate number

A

B. The type of inspection and a brief description of the extent of the inspection. Aircraft total time in service. Signature, certificate number and kind of certificate held by the person approving or disapproving the aircraft for return to service.

40
Q

How long should tool calibration information be retained?
Content Area: AF2

A. 36 months after recalibration
B. 24 months after recalibration
C. 12 months after recalibration
D. Until the tool is recalibrated or no longer used by the company

A

D. Until the tool is recalibrated or no longer used by the company

41
Q

A pilot was conducting a preflight when an individual walked up and asked if it would be alright to take a look inside the aircraft. The company pilot should respond to the individual by:

( Reference: Practical Applications in Business Aviation Management
Content Area: AF6 )

  • offering a complete tour of the aircraft.
  • showing the flight deck but not the cabin.
  • ignoring the request and continuing the preflight.
  • acknowledging but declining the request.
A

acknowledging but declining the request.

42
Q

When signing a work service contract for maintenance to be performed on aircraft, it is important that the aviation department manager:

( Reference: Aircraft Insurance Fundamentals
Content Area: AF2 )

  • Maintain the company’s insurance rights despite liability restrictions imposed by the maintenance facility
  • Avoid limiting the scope of work to what is listed on the maintenance contract
  • Use approved FAA-registered maintenance facilities when feasible
  • Use approved documentation for the scope of work to be performed
A

Maintain the company’s insurance rights despite liability restrictions imposed by the maintenance facility

43
Q

An RFP for contract maintenance work should consist of which of the following?

( Reference: Business and Corporate Aviation Management, by John Sheehan. McGraw-Hill, 2013
Content Area: AF5 )

  • Work to be performed, task action items, Hangar Keepers Insurance and parts availability
  • Work to be performed, completion standards workers’ compensation clause and service bulletins
  • Work to be performed, quote from vendor, parts availability and task action items
  • Work to be performed, completion standards, worker qualifications and recourse provisions
A

Work to be performed, completion standards, worker qualifications and RECOURSE provisions

44
Q

When planning a flight over water that is more than 100 NM or more than 30 minutes flying time, the items required on board include:

(Reference: FAR Part 91.509
Content Area: AF2 )

  • life preservers and life rafts.
  • life preservers only.
  • pyrotechnic signaling devices and life rafts.
  • life rafts only.
A

life preservers and life rafts.

* life preserver with locator light/life rafts/pyrotechnic device/emergency radio/lifeline.

45
Q

Per EPA regulations, who is responsible for reporting and cleaning up any releases?

A. Owner County
B. Owner Operator
C. County Operator
D. Airport Authority County

A

B. Owner operator

46
Q

Noise certification standards for new design turbo jet and transport category aircraft falls under FAR:

(Reference: 14 CFR Part 36
Content Area: AF2)

A

Part 36 (NOISE STANDARDS: AIRCRAFT TYPE AND AIRWORTHINESS CERTIFICATION)

47
Q

Which of the below needs more than just a tagout

  • circuit breaker
  • throttle
  • thrust reversers
  • hydraulic pump
A

thrust reversers - see Mgt Guide pg 4-28

In addition to the tagout system defined above, flight controls such as flaps, slats, landing gear and thrust reversers need to be blocked out or pinned out using appropriate means that generally are listed by the manufacturer.

48
Q

An effective method for the Aviation Manager to communicate key elements of the company SOPs would be to provide:

( Reference: NBAA Management Guide
Content Area: AF1 )

  • training to new employees during a company-wide safety meeting.
  • an SOP supplement to all their aircraft within the approved MEL.
  • evaluations of employees during regular safety meetings.
  • SOPs to outside training organizations to reinforce learning.
A

SOPs to outside training organizations to reinforce learning.

49
Q

A maintenance technician was involved in a serious accident at the company hangar. After contacting emergency services, the company’s first responsibility is to:

( Reference: NBAA Management Guide
Content Area: AF3 )

  • accommodate the family of the technician.
  • inform the Emergency Response Plan manager.
  • contact local OSHA district manager.
  • notify the manager of the local FSDO.
A

accommodate the family of the technician.

50
Q

According to ICAO Annex 6 Part II, when an aircraft is leased, the ______ is responsible for recording keeping of the aircraft.
Content Area: AF2

  • Owner
  • Lessor
  • Lessee
  • Management company
A

Lessee

51
Q

The first priority when responding to an aircraft emergency is:

  • save lives
  • save property
  • save the environment
  • preserve the accident scene
A

CORRECT ORDER

Save lives
Preserve the accident scene
Save property
Save the environment

52
Q

What is the most common type of Emergency Response exercise?

  • Drill
  • Tabletop Exercise
  • Functional Exercise
  • Full Scale Exercise
A

Tabletop Exercise

53
Q

Which of the following statements is true regarding the Maintenance and Operations procedures (M and O) associated with the MEL for Part 91 operators?

A. The operator is responsible for developing them, and the FSDO needs to approve them
B. The operator is responsible for developing them, but the FSDO does not need to approve them
C. The AC Manufacturer develops them, but the operator chooses which ones to incorporate into the MEL.
D. The FSDO develops them with the assistance of each specific manufacturer but does not need to approve them for your specific operation

A

B. The operator is responsible for developing them, but the FSDO does not need to approve them

Business and Corporate Aviation Management P274

54
Q

Time-limited parts are typically identified:

A. In the operator’s general maintenance manual
B. In the aircraft’s MMEL
C. On the aircraft Type Certificate or maintenance manual
D. In FAA Form 8130-3

A

C. On the aircraft Type Certificate or maintenance manual

NBAA Management guide p.140

NBAA CAM (6 decks)

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