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

100 hour inspection

Question 2

When may a mechanic perform an annual inspection?

Answer 2

When the mechanic holds an IA certificate

Question 3

When must an annual inspection be performed, if required for a particular aircraft?

Answer 3

Within the preceding 12 calendar months

Question 4

What may be used as a checklist for a 100 hour inspection?

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 completion of 100 hour inspections?

Answer 5

FAR part 43

Question 6

Where would you find the operating conditions that make a 100 hour inspection mandatory?

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 or annual inspection?

Answer 7

FAR part 43

Question 8

Who may supervise a progressive inspection?

Answer 8

A certified IA mechanic, certified repair stations, the aircraft manufacturer

Question 9

When is a 100 hour inspection required on an aircraft operating under part 91?

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?

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?

Answer 11

No, progressive inspections replace 100 hour inspections

Question 12

If the owner operator of an aircraft desires to use a progressive inspection program, who must they submit a written request to?

Answer 12

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

Question 13

How can an aircraft that is due an annual inspection be flown to the base for inspections?

Answer 13

A special flight permit has to be issued to the aircraft

Question 14

What kind of certificate must an individual have to conduct a complete 100 hour inspection on an aircraft and approve it for return to service?

Answer 14

A & P ratings

Question 15

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

Answer 15

Is it 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?

Answer 16

The holder of an IA certificate

Question 17

How do you determine when the next 100 hour inspection is due if the owner is enroute to Maintenance facility and is exceeded the 100 hour inspection by two hours?

Answer 17

The two hours must be included in computing the next 100 hours of time in service

Question 18

Can an aircraft that is required by section 91.409 to have a 100 hour inspection be flown beyond the inspection requirement?

Answer 18

Yes, if it is necessary to reach an inspection facility, but cannot exceed 10 flight hours

Question 19

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

Answer 19

Yes, provided a 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 or alterations to propellers