maintenance publications Flashcards
what is a TCDS?
a document that sets forth essential factors and other considerations which are necessary for U.S airworthiness certification of aircraft, engines, and propellers
what are aircraft specifications?
documents that include basically the same information as the TCDS but are issued for aircraft, engines, and propellers certificated under the air commerce regulations
what document specifies the type of fuel that should be used in an airplane?
TCDS
what document would you use to find the control surface movement for a specified airplane?
TCDS
why is it necessary to refer to the TCDS for an airplane when conducting a 100-hour inspection?
the TCDS includes the specifications required for the a/c to maintain its airworthy status
who issues a service bulletin and what is its purpose?
it is issued by the manufacturer and used to outline procedures to make the product operate more efficiently and/or safer
may the data in an aircraft maintenance manual be used as approved data for an a/c repair
YES an AMM is FAA-approved data
where would you find the dimensional tolerances for the wrist pin fit in an a/c engine?
in the overhaul manual for the engine
what document would you use to find an approved repair for a damaged wing spar?
the structural repair manual for the aircraft
what document would you use to find the part number for a landing light bulb for an airplane?
the illustrated parts catalog
what document would you use to troubleshoot a malfunctioning electrical flap system
the a/c wiring diagram manual
where would you find the empty weight of an airplane?
in the a/c weight and balance manual
what FAA publication describes methods of nondestructive testing?
AC 43-3 nondestructive testing in a/c
what is purpose of a minimum equipment list (MEL)?
an MEL permits operations with certain inoperative items of equipment for the minimum period of time necessary until repair or replacement can be accomplished
what is a master minimum equipment list (MMEL)?
a document approved by the FAA that lists the minimum operative instruments and equipment required for safe flight in that aircraft type in each authorized operating environment
what are “instructions for continued airworthiness”?
a document prepared by the operator of a helicopter and approved by the FAA that explains the maintenance that will be performed. this document is described in 14 CFR Part 27, appendix A
what is an approved flight manual (AFM) or pilot’s operating handbook (POH)?
required documents that must be carried in an aircraft that list the operating limitations specific to that aircraft and its engines
are instructions included in the Federal Regulations mandatory or optional?
they are mandatory
what is the purpose of 14CFR Part 43?
it describes maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, and alteration of certificated aircraft
who is authorized to approve an a/c for return to service after a major repair?
an IA
who is authorized to perform preventive maintenance on an a/c that is not flown under part 121, 127, 129, or 135?
the holder of a pilot certificate that flies that particular a/c
who is authorized to rebuild an a/c engine and issue zero-time record?
the manufacturer of the engine or a facility approved by the manufacturer
who is authorized to approve an a/c for return to service after a minor alteration has been performed on the airframe?
a certificated mechanic holding an airframe rating
what is the purpose of an AD?
it provides guidance and information to owners and operators of the a/c informing them of the discovery of a condition that prevents the a/c from continuing to meet its conditions of airworthiness
what is the first step in the issuance of an AD?
a notice of proposed rule making (NPRM) is published in the federal register
how is information on an AD disseminated?
it is printed and distributed by first class mail to the registered owners and certain known operators of the product(S) affected
what type of AD may be adopted without an NPRM?
ADs of an urgent nature are issued as immediately adopted rules without prior notice
how is information on an emergency AD sent to the owner or operator of an affected a/c or other products?
by first-class mail, telegram, or other electronic method
what publication lists all of the ADs that apply to a/c, engines, propellers, or appliances?
AC 39-6 summary of AD
how can you get information on subscribing to the AD?
contact the FAA, manufacturing Standards Section (AFS-613), PO Box 26460, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0460
what is the significance of the identification number 91-08-07 R1
91 - this AD was issued in 1991
08 - This AD was issued in the eighth biweekly period (15th or 16th week) of 1991
07 - this is the seventh AD issued during this period
R1 - this is the first revision of this AD
Is it mandatory that the information in an AC(advisory circle) be complied with?
No, this information is advisory in nature
with which part of 14CFR is AC 43.13 - 1B associated?
14CFR Part 43
may all of the information in AC 43.13-1B be used as approved data?
No, it is acceptable, but not necessarily approved data
what is the purpose of general aviation airworthiness alerts?
they contain information gleaned from malfunction and defect reports to warn maintenance personnel of problems that have been reported
