General Chapter 15 Flashcards

Mechanic Privileges and Limitations

1
Q

What publication should a mechanic consult to determine if a repair is considered major or minor?

A

14 CFR (FAR) Part 43 Appendix A

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Where in the FARs will you find the certification requirements for mechanics?

A

FAR Part 65

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Q

What are the ratings issued under a mechanic’s certificate?

A

Airframe and Powerplant.

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4
Q

What types of work may a certificated mechanic perform?

A

A mechanic may perform or supervise maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations.

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5
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Is a certificated airframe mechanic allowed to perform maintenance on engines?

A

Not unless they are supervised by a certificated powerplant mechanic.

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Q

What are the limitations to a mechanic’s privileges with regard to propellers?

A

A mechanic may not perform or supervise major repairs to, or major alterations of, propellers.

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Q

Is a mechanic allowed to repair or alter an aircraft instrument?

A

No. Mechanics may not perform any repairs or alterations on instruments.

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Q

What are the requirements for recent experience in order to exercise the privileges of your mechanics’s certificate or rating?

A

You must have worked as a mechanic or technically supervised other mechanics for at least 6 months out of the past 24 months.

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What authority does a mechanic have regarding approval for return to service?

A

A mechanic may approve an aircraft, airframe, engine, propeller, or appliance for return to service in accordance with the provisions of FAR Part 65.

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What are the privileges of an A&P mechanic regarding inspections?

A

A mechanic may perform and approve for return to service an airframe or engine following a 100-hour inspection.

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Q

What is the duration of a mechanic’s certificate?

A

The certificate is valid until surrendered, suspended or revoked.

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What are the privileges and limitations of an A&P mechanic regarding major repairs and alterations to airframes and engines, and their approval for return to service?

A

A&P mechanics may perform major repairs and alterations but may not approve them for return to service unless they hold an Inspection Authorization.

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Q

In addition to performing maintenance, what other privileges are granted to a powerplant mechanic?

A

A powerplant mechanic may perform a 100-hour inspection on an engine and approve the engine for return to service.

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Q

When may a mechanic perform an annual inspection and return the aircraft to Service?

A

When the mechanic holds an Inspection Authorization.

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Q

May a mechanic supervise an inspection (or a portion of an inspection) and then approve the aircraft for return to service?

A

No. The mechanic approving the aircraft for return to service must actually perform the inspection.

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16
Q

What is the duration of a temporary airman’s certificate?

A

120 days.

17
Q

If a mechanic’s certificate is revoked, how long must he/she wait before applying for a new certificate?

A

One year unless the revocation order states otherwise.

18
Q

What should a mechanic do if his or her temporary certificate is about to expire?

A

Contact a local FAA office and seek assistance.

19
Q

Is a person with a private pilot’s certificate allowed to perform maintenance and, if so, what are his/her limitations?

A

A pilot may perform preventive maintenance in accordance with FAR Part 43.3, 43.7 and Appendix A on an airplane owned by the pilot. He or she can also approve the aircraft for return to service following that maintenance.

20
Q

What are your requirements as an aircraft mechanic when you have a change of address?

A

You must notify the FAA in writing within 30 days of any change to your permanent address.