FAR Part 43

Question 1

Who can perform preventive maintenance?

Answer 1

The holder of a pilot certificate issued under part 61, with the exception of a Sport Pilot. A sport pilot may perform preventive maintenance on a light sport aircraft.

43.3(g)

Question 2

What pilot certificate is required to approve an aircraft for return to service?

Answer 2

A person holding at least a private pilot certificate may approve an aircraft for return to service after performing preventive maintenance.

43.7(f)

Question 3

Can a person holding a valid Transport Canada Civil Aviation Maintenance Engineer license perform maintenance on a US registered aircraft located in Canada?

Answer 3

Yes

43.17(c)

Question 4

Can a person holding a Transport Canada Civil Aviation Maintenance Engineer license perform annual inspections on US registered aircraft?

Answer 4

NO (DANA)

43.17(c)&1.1

Question 5

Preventive Maintenance Includes

Answer 5

• Changing of landing gear tires
• Replacing shock absorbers on landing gear
• Servicing landing gear struts
• Servicing wheel bearings
• Replacing safety wire and cotter keys
• Lubrication not requiring disassembly
• Making simple fabric patches
• Replenishing hydraulic fluid
• Painting/varnish/waxing the aircraft
• Repairing upholstery
• Simple repairs to fairings, non structural covers
• Replacing side windows
• Replacing safety belts
• Replacing seats
• Trouble shooting and repairing landing light wiring
• Replacing light bulbs
• Replacing wheels and skis
• Replacing the cowling
• Changing spark plugs
• Replacing hose connections including fuel lines
• Replacing oil and fuel filters
• Changing batteries
• Servicing magnetic chip detectors
• Replacing tray mounted Nav and Comm systems (not autopilot, transponders, or DME)

Question 6

Where is the list of preventive maintenance items?

Answer 6

Part 43 Appendix A(c)

Question 7

Can a sport pilot return an aircraft to service following preventative maintenance?

Answer 7

Yes, provided the pilot owns or operates the aircraft and the aircraft is in the light sport category.

43.7(h)

Question 8

When must a 337 form be sent to the FAA?

Answer 8

Within 48 hours after the aircraft, airframe, engine, propeller, or appliance is approved for return to service or after the work is inspected

43 Appendix B(a)(3)

Question 9

A 337 must be sent to whom?

Answer 9

The FAA Aircraft Registration Branch in Oklahoma City, OK

43 Appendix B (a)(3)

Question 10

The installation of extended range fuel tanks in the passenger or baggage compartments requires what form to be completed?

Answer 10

FAA Form 337 in at least triplicate

43 Appendix B(d)