Airframe Inspection

Question 1

In accordance with 14 CFR 65.85 and 65.87, what type of inspection may a certified airframe and
powerplant mechanic sign off?

Answer 1

A 100-hour inspection.

Question 2

When may a mechanic perform an annual inspection? (Ref.: 14 CFR 65.95)

Answer 2

When the mechanic holds an I.A. certificate.

Question 3

When must an annual inspection be performed, if required for a particular aircraft? (Ref.: 14 CFR 91.409)

Answer 3

Within the preceding 12 calendar months.

Question 4

What may be used as a checklist for 100 hour inspections? (Ref.: 14 CFR 43.15)

Answer 4

Any checklist which meets the minimum standards of FAR Part 43 Appendix D.

Question 5

Where is the list of information that is required for aircraft records after completation of 100 hour
inspections? (Ref.: 14 CFR 43.11)

Answer 5

FAR Part 43.

Question 6

Where would you find the operating conditions that make a 100 hour inspection mandatory? (Ref.: 14 CFR
91.409)

Answer 6

FAR part 91.

Question 7

Where would you find the recommended statement for recording the approval or disapproval for return to
service of an aircraft after 100 hour annual inspection? (Ref.: 14 CFR 43.13)

Answer 7

FAR Part 43.

Question 8

Who may supervise a progressive inspection?

Answer 8

A certified I.A. mechanic, Certified repair stations, The aircraft manufacturer.

Question 9

When is a 100 hour inspection required on an aircraft operating under part 91 (General Operating and
Flight Rules)? (Ref.: 14 CFR 91.409)

Answer 9

When used for carrying person for hire and for flight instruction for hire.

Question 10

When is the first 100 hour inspection due after discontinuance of a progressive inspection program? (Ref.: 14
CFR 91.409)

Answer 10

100 hours after the last complete inspection of the progressive program.

Question 11

Does an aircraft under a progressive inspection program need a 100 hour inspection if it is used for flight
instruction for hire? (Ref.: 14 CFR 91.409 (c)(3) )

Answer 11

NO… progressive inspections replace 100 hour inspections.

Question 12

If the owner or operator of an aircraft desires to use a progressive inspection program, who must they
submit a written request to? (Ref.: 14 CFR 91.409)

Answer 12

To FAA FSDO having jurisdiction over the area in which the applicant located.

Question 13

How can an aircraft that is due an annual inspection be flown to a base for inspection? (Ref.: 14 CFR 21.197)

Answer 13

YES… If a special fight permit has been issued for the aircraft.

Question 14

What kind of certificate must an individual (not a repair station) have to conduct a complete 100-hour
inspection on an aircraft and approve it for return to service? (Ref.: 14 CFR 65.85 & 65.87)

Answer 14

A&P ratings.

Question 15

Where should you obtain the necessary information to work on an aircraft electrical system?

Answer 15

In the maintenance manual or instructions for continued airworthiness

Question 16

Who must approve for return to service radio equipment installations made in accordance with
supplemental type certificate data? (Ref.: 14 CFR 65.95)

Answer 16

The holder of an I.A. certificate.

Question 17

Can an aircraft that is required by section 91.409 to have a 100 hour inspection be flown beyond the
inspection requirement? (Ref.: 14 CFR 91.409)

Answer 17

YES… if necessary to reach a place at which the inspection can be done, but not to exceed 10 flight hours.

Question 18

How do you determine when the next 100 hour inspection is due if the owner, em route to maintenane
facility, exceeded the 100 hour inspection by 2 hours? (Ref.: 14 CFR 91.409)

Answer 18

This 2 hours must be included in computing the next 100 hours of time in service.

Question 19

May an aircraft that is overdue for an annual inspection be flown to a place where the inspection can be
performed?

Answer 19

YES… provided a ferry (special flight) permit is obtained.

Question 20

What are the limitations placed on mechanics with regard to propellers?

Answer 20

Mechanics MAY NOT perform major repairs/alterations in propellers.