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Chapter 6.1 - Airworthiness Flashcards

1
Q

The Flight Manual of an Aircraft must be approved by who?

A

Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

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True or False. The Flight Manual is the final reference to operating limitations and techniques of an Aircraft?

A

True.

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True or False. The Flight Manual doesn’t have to be present in the Cockpit?

A

False.

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4
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What does MR stand for?

A

Maintenance Release.

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5
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When is a Light Training Aircraft scheduled for maintenance (2)?

A
  • Daily before the first flight of the day.

- Every 100 hours of flight.

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6
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What does a Maintenance Release include (3)?

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  • Certifies the Aircraft has been maintained.
  • Certifies the Aircraft is safe for flight.
  • Specifies any damages of defects.
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7
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What happens if the scheduled maintenance hasn’t been completed in time?

A

The Aircraft should not be flown.

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8
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True or False. The Maintenance Release must be present in the Aircraft at all times?

A

True.

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9
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Name the 3 parts to a Maintenance Release?

A
  • General (Part 1).
  • Endorsements (Part 2).
  • Daily Inspection Certification (Part 3).
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10
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True or False. A Pilot should check the Maintenance Release before each flight?

A

True.

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11
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True or False. It is a legal requirement for a Pilot to report any damages or defects and the amount of in-flight time after the flight has been completed?

A

True.

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12
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Using the Maintenance Release, how can a Pilot decide whether or not the Aircraft is suitable for flight (4)?

A
  • Check a Daily Inspection has been made before the first flight of the day (Part 3).
  • Check period of validity of the Maintenance Release (Part 1 and 3).
  • Check any scheduled maintenance is not overdue (Part 1 and 3).
  • Check all damages and defect have been cleared by an Engineer (Part 2).
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13
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When must a daily inspection be carried out?

A

Before the first flight of the day.

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14
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What does a daily inspection consist of (2)?

A
  • Interior (Cockpit and Cabin) of an Aircraft.

- Exterior of an Aircraft.

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15
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Daily Inspection: What’s the first stage a Pilot should look out for?

A

Ensure the Aircraft is parked in a suitable position.

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16
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Interior Daily Inspection: What should be done to the Brakes?

A

Test for operation, then set to PARK position.

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17
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Interior Daily Inspection: What position should the Ignition Key be set to?

A

OFF.

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Interior Daily Inspection: Throttle Control?

A

Move full movement and then back to CLOSED position.

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19
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Interior Daily Inspection: Mixture Control?

A

Move full movement and then back to IDLE CUT-OFF position.

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20
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Interior Daily Inspection: Carburettor Heat Control?

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Move full movement and then back to COLD position.

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21
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Interior Daily Inspection: Flaps (2)?

A
  • Check movement of Flaps.

- Keep Flaps in UP position.

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Interior Daily Inspection: Trim Wheel Control?

A

Move full movement and then back to NEUTRAL position.

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23
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Interior Daily Inspection: Flight Controls?

A

Remove Control Lock and test all Flight Controls (Control Wheel and Rudder) are operational visually.

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24
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Interior Daily Inspection: Fire Extinguisher?

A

Should be serviceable and secure.

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25
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Interior Daily Inspection: Doors and Latches?

A

Check is operational.

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26
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Interior Daily Inspection: True or False. There should be no loose articles in the Cockpit?

A

True

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27
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Interior Daily Inspection: Windscreen?

A

Check condition on windscreen and clear vision.

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28
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Interior Daily Inspection: What position should the Master switch be in when checking Fuel Gauges?

A

ON.

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29
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Daily Inspection: Stall Warning?

A

Check Stall Warning horn or light is operational.

30
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Daily Inspection: Once checking the Stall Warning what position should the Master Switch be turned to?

A

OFF.

31
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Daily Inspection (Engine): Spark Plugs?

A

Check leads are secure.

32
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Daily Inspection (Engine): Inlet and Exhaust Gaskets?

A

Check for any leaks.

33
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Daily Inspection (Engine): Engine mounts?

A

Check Engine is secure.

34
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Daily Inspection (Engine): Oil?

A

Check for any leaks.

35
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Daily Inspection (Engine): Cowling?

A

Check condition of Engine Cowling and lock once inspection is completed.

36
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Daily Inspection (Propeller): What to inspect on Propeller (2)?

A
  • Check for any damage by running finger on the Propeller’s leading edge.
  • Check Spinner for any damage.
37
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Daily Inspection: Carburettor Air Filter?

A

Check for any obstruction such as dust or other matter.

38
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Daily Inspection: Nose Wheel?

A

Check tyre condition such as inflation.

39
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Daily Inspection: Shock Strut?

A

Check the Shock Strut is operations and within limits.

40
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Daily Inspection (Wing): Upper and Lower Surfaces?

A

Check conditions of surfaces and look for signs of wrinkling, loose rivets and roughness.

41
Q

Name three surface roughness of a Wing?

A
  • Dirt
  • Dust.
  • Frost/Snow.
42
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Daily Inspection (Wing): Ailerons and Flaps?

A

Check conditions of hinges and linkages with the main wing.

43
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Daily Inspection (Wing): Wing Tip and Navigation Lights?

A

Check conditions and see if Navigation Lights are operational.

44
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Daily Inspection (Wing): Once inspection is completed what should be done with any tie-down rope?

A

Remove if attached.

45
Q

Daily Inspection: Pitot Tube (3)?

A
  • Remove Pitot Tube cover.
  • Check conditions and security of Pitot Tube.
  • Free from obstruction.
46
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Daily Inspection (Fuel Tanks): Quantity?

A

Check quantity is reflected on Fuel gauges.

47
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Daily Inspection (Fuel Tanks): Fuel Grade?

A

Fuel Grade is correct.

48
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Daily Inspection (Fuel Tanks): Tank cap?

A

Check the Fuel Tank cap is secure.

49
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Daily Inspection (Fuel Tanks): Fuel Tank Vent?

A

Check the Fuel Tank Vent is free from obstructions.

50
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Daily Inspection (Undercarriage): Main Wheels?

A

Check tyre condition such as inflation.

51
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Daily Inspection (Undercarriage): Shock Strut?

A

Check the Shock Strut is operations and secure.

52
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Daily Inspection (Undercarriage): Brakes?

A

Check conditions of brakes for any rust on brake pads and leakage of hydraulics.

53
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Daily Inspection (Fuselage): Surface?

A

Check conditions of surface.

54
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Daily Inspection (Fuselage): Aerials?

A

Check Aerials are securely in place.

55
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Daily Inspection (Fuselage): Static Vents?

A

Check for any blockage.

56
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Daily Inspection (Empennage): Fin and Rudder?

A

Check conditions of Fin and Rudder and the security of hinges.

57
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Daily Inspection (Empennage): Tailplane and Elevator?

A

Check conditions of Tailplane and Elevator and the security of hinges.

58
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Daily Inspection (Empennage): Navigation Lights?

A

Check conditions and operations.

59
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Daily Inspection (Empennage): Once inspection is completed what should be done with any tie-down rope?

A

Removed if attached.

60
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Daily Inspection: Maintenance Release?

A

Check any defects recorded in the Maintenance Release has been fixed and correctly certified.

61
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Why is the Engine rotation during the Daily Inspection important (2)?

A
  • It pre-oils the Engine and reduces the wear of the Engine when starting.
  • Checks the operation of the impulse starter.
62
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Why are Preflight Inspections necessary?

A

To ensure good condition and suitability for flight of an Aircraft has not changed since the previous flight.

63
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True or False. A Preflight Inspection can’t be carried out by a Student Pilot?

A

False. A Preflight Inspection must be carried out by the Pilot about to fly the Aircraft.

64
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Where can a Pilot find the manufacturers checklist?

A

Pilot’s Operating Handbook.

65
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What does OCRDM stand for when completing a Preflight Inspection?

A
  • O = Overall condition of the Aircraft.
  • C = Consumables.
  • R = Removable, replaceable and adjustable items.
  • D = Damage/Blockage prone items.
  • M = Mechanical items.
66
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When checking the overall condition of the Aircraft, how many angles should the Pilot use to study the Aircraft?

A

2 to 3 different angles when observing the Aircraft.

67
Q

True or False. Observing the Aircraft closely is effective when checking the general conditions?

A

False. It’s wise to step 3 to 5 metres away to grasp the overall Aircraft.

68
Q

What should the Pilot look out for when checking C in OCRDM (2)?

A
  • Fuel quantity and quality.

- Oil quantity and quality.

69
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What should the Pilot look out for when checking R in OCRDM (3)?

A
  • Fuel Caps.
  • Pitot Cover.
  • Cowling is fasteners.
70
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What should the Pilot look out for when checking D in OCRDM (5)?

A
  • Propeller Blades.
  • Types.
  • Fuel Tank Vents.
  • Static Vents.
  • Pitot Tube.
71
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What should the Pilot look out for when checking M in OCRDM (4)?

A
  • Control Surfaces.
  • Hinges.
  • Linkages.
  • Cables.

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