Airframe Inspection

Question 1

In accordance with 14 CFR 65.85, 65.87, what type of inspection may a certificated 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

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

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

Answer 4

When an aircraft is used for carrying persons for hire, or when an aircraft is used for flight instructions for hire which that person provides

Question 4

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

Answer 4

Any checklist that meets the minimum requirements of 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

14 CFR Part 43

Question 6

Who may supervise a progressive inspection?

Answer 6

Certificated A&P mechanics who hold IA, certified repair stations, or the aircraft manufacturer

Question 7

When is the first 100 hour inspection due after discontinuance of a progressive inspection program?

Answer 7

100 hour after the last complete inspection of the progressive program

Question 8

Does an aircraft under a progressive inspection program need a 100 hour inspection if it is used for flight instruction for hire?

Answer 8

No, because it has a progressive inspection instead.

Question 8

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

Answer 8

If a special flight permit has been issued for the aircraft

Question 9

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?

Answer 9

A mechanic certificate with airframe and powerplant ratings

Question 10

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

Answer 10

14 CFR Part 91

Question 10

Where would you find the recommended statement for recording the approval or disapproval for return to service of an aircraft after a 100 hour or annual inspection?

Answer 10

14 CFR Part 43

Question 11

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

Answer 11

Manufacturer’s maintenance manual or instructions for continued airworthiness

Question 12

Who must approve for return to service radio equipment installations made in accordance with the supplemental type certificate data?

Answer 12

The holder of an IA

Question 12

How do you determine when the next 100 hour inspection is due if the owner, en route to your maintenance facility, exceeded the 100 hour inspection time by 2 hours?

Answer 12

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

Question 13

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

Answer 13

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

Question 14

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

Answer 14

The FAA Flight Standards District Office having jurisdiction over the area in which they applicant is located.

Question 15

Is an engine run-up on turbine powered aircraft required as part of the 100 hour inspection?

Answer 15

Yes