Jeppesen Oral- Chapter 17 (Aircraft Airworthiness Inspection )

Question 1

What must the mechanic furnish the owner or operator of an aircraft if aircraft he/she is giving a 100-hour inspection to proves to be unairworthy?

Answer 1

A signed and dated list of all the discrepancies that keep the aircraft from being unairworthy

Question 2

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

Answer 2

In FAR Part 43.11

Question 3

Under what conditions can an aircraft be operated with a 100-hour inspection overdue?

Answer 3

The aircraft can be operated for no more than 10 hours after an inspection is due for the purpose of flying it to a place where the inspection can be performed.

Question 4

For how long can an aircraft be operated if a 100-hour inspection is overdue?

Answer 4

For no more than 10 hours. This time beyond the 100 hours allowed must be subtracted from the time before the next inspection is due.

Question 5

Under what conditions can an aircraft that is due for an annual inspection be operated?

Answer 5

It can only be flown when a special flight permit is issued.

Question 6

What certification is required for a mechanic to be able to approve an aircraft for return to service after a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 6

A mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

Question 7

What determines whether or not an aircraft must be given a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 7

Aircraft that carry persons for hire and aircraft that are used for flight instruction for hire must be given 100-hour inspections.

Question 8

What is the difference between an annual inspection and a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 8

The inspections themselves are identical. An annual inspection can be performed only by an A&P mechanic who holds an Inspection Authorization, while a 100-hour inspection can be performed by an A&P mechanic without an IA.

Question 9

What certification is required for a mechanic to conduct an annual inspection and approve the aircraft for return to service after the inspection?

Answer 9

A mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings and an Inspection Authorization.

Question 10

Does the FAA require that a checklist be used when conducting an annual or a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 10

Yes, according to FAR 43.15(c)(1)

Question 11

What certification is required for a mechanic to conduct a progressive inspection?

Answer 11

A mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings and an Inspection Authorization

Question 12

Where can you find the requirements for inspecting the altimeter and static system of aircraft that are operated under Instrument Flight Rules?

Answer 12

In FAR Part 43, Appendix E

Question 13

Where can you find the requirements for inspecting the ATC transponder that is installed in an aircraft?

Answer 13

In FAR Part 43, Appendix F

Question 14

Where do you find the regulation that specifies the operating conditions that make 100-hour inspections mandatory?

Answer 14

FAR Part 91

Question 15

A certificated Airframe & Powerplant mechanic may sign off and approve the return to service following what type of inspection?

Answer 15

A 100-hour inspection

Question 16

Under what conditions may a mechanic perform an annual inspection and return the aircraft to service?

Answer 16

The mechanic must hold an Inspection Authorization

Question 17

What is the time frame within which an annual inspection must be performed if such inspection is required?

Answer 17

Within the preceding 12 calendar months.

Question 18

Under what conditions may any checklist be used as a guide for a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 18

The checklist must meet the minimum standards specified in FAR Part 43, Appendix D

Question 19

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

Answer 19

Yes, provided a ferry (special flight) permit is obtained

Question 20

In order for an individual person to conduct a 100-hour inspection and approve the return to service, that person must have what type of certificate(s)?

Answer 20

A mechanic’s certificate with both the Airframe and Powerplant ratings

Question 21

An aircraft is required by FAR 91.409 to have a 100-hour inspection. Is it legal to fly that airplane beyond the inspection requirement, and if so, how long?

Answer 21

Yes , the aircraft may be operated for up to 10 hours, if required, to reach a place where the inspection can be accomplished.

Question 22

An airplane is flown 4 hours over the 100-hour inspection limit to reach your maintenance facility. How do you account for those 4 hours?

Answer 22

The 4 hours are included int he next 100 hours time-in-service period.

Question 23

What types of operations require that aircraft operating under Part 91 must undergo 100-hour inspections?

Answer 23

Aircraft operated for compensation or hire, or used for flight instruction when provided by the flight instructor.

Question 24

An aircraft under a progressive inspection program is operated for compensation or hire. Does it need a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 24

No. Progressive inspections replace 100-hour inspections.

Question 25

Who is authorized to supervise a progressive inspection?

Answer 25

Certificated A&P mechanics who hold an Inspection Authorization, certified repair stations, or the aircraft manufacturer.

Question 26

When a progressive inspection program is discontinued, at what time is the next 100-hour inspection due?

Answer 26

100 hours after the last complete inspection of the progressive program.

Question 27

An owner desires to use a progressive inspection program. To whom does the owner apply for authorization?

Answer 27

To the FAA Flight Standards District Office having jurisdiction over the area where the owner is located.

Question 28

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

Answer 28

yes

Question 29

Where would you locate the required items that must be recorded in the aircraft maintenance records following completion of a 100-hour inspection?

Answer 29

FAR Part 43

Question 30

Where might you locate a sample of the recommended statement for recording the approval for return to service of an aircraft following completion of an annual or 100-hour inspection?

Answer 30

FAR Part 43

Question 31

Where would you look to find approved information for work on an aircraft electrical system?

Answer 31

In the manufacturer’s maintenance manual or other instructions for continued airworthiness

Question 32

After equipment is installed in accordance with an STC, who must approve the return to service?

Answer 32

An A&P mechanic who holds an Inspection Authorization