Mechanic Privileges & Limitations Flashcards

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14 CFR Part 65 contains information for the certification of

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Airmen other than flight crew members

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A certificated mechanic with a powerplant rating may perform the

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100 hour inspection required by the Federal Aviation Regulations on a powerplant or any component thereof and approve and return the same to service

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The replacement of a damaged vertical stabilizer with a new identical stabilizer purchased from the aircraft manufacturer is considered a

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Minor repair

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According to Dr. James Reason, there are two types of human failure which can occur. They are:

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Active and latent

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A person working under the supervision of a certificated mechanic with an airframe and powerplant rating is not authorized to perform

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A 100 hour inspection

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The replacement of a damaged engine mount with a new identical engine mount purchased from the aircraft manufacturer is considered a

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Minor repair

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Why is a mechanic applicant issued a temporary certificate after successful completion of the required tests?

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To allow for review of his/her application and supplementary documents

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1) Certificated mechanics with an airframe rating may perform a minor to an airspeed indicator providing they have the necessary equipment available.
2) Certificated mechanics with a powerplant rating may perform a major repair to a propeller providing they have the necessary equipment available.
Regarding the above statements,

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neither no.1 nor no.2 is true

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9
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What part of the Federal Aviation Regulations prescribes the requirements for issuing mechanic certificates and associated ratings and the general operating rules for the holders of these certificates and ratings?`

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14 CFR Part 65

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10
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The positive aspects of human factor issues are referred to as the

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Magnificent seven

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When we think of Aviation safety in a contemporary way, human error is

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The starting point

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A certificated mechanic shall not exercise the privileges of the certificate and rating unless, within the preceding 24 months, the administrator has found that the certificate holder is able to do the work or the certificate holder has

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Served as a mechanic under the certificate and rating for at least 6 months

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13
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What is the maximum duration of a temporary airman certificate?

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120 days

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The “SHEL” model is another human factors tool. The goal is to determine not only what the problem is, but also

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Where and why it exists

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How long does the holder of a certificate issued under 14 CFR part 65 have to notify the FAA after any change in permanent mailing address?

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30 days

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16
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FAA certificated mechanics may

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Approve for return to service a minor alteration they have performed appropriate to rating(s) they hold

17
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The replacement of fabric on fabric-covered parts such as wings, fuselages, stabilizers, or control surfaces is considered to be a

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Major repair even though no other alteration or repair is performed.

18
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When may an otherwise qualified mechanic who does not read, write, speak, and understand the English language be eligible to apply for a mechanic certificate?

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When employed outside the Unites States by a US carrier

19
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Under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, what is the maximum penalty for falsification, alteration, or fraudulent reproduction of certificates, logbooks, repairs, and records?

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Suspension or revocation of any certificate held.

20
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Many areas of aviation have shifted their focus from eliminating error to

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Preventing and managing error

21
Q

The 100 hour inspection required by Federal Aviation Regulations for certain aircraft being operated for hire may be performed by

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Appropriately rated mechanics and approved by them for return to service.

22
Q

Which of the following is an instance when a special flight permit may not be issued?

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Flying passengers on a scheduled operation.

23
Q

John and Nancy have been tasked with completing a hydraulic pump inspection. John is 5 feet 9 inches tall. Nancy is 5 feet 6 inches tall. What could result if Nancy is not tall enough to accomplish the task?

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Human error

24
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All of the following are consequences of human error, except

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Mental stressor

25
Q

Who has the authority to approve to return to service a propeller after a 100 hour inspection?

1) A mechanic with a powerplant rating
2) Any certificated repairman
3) A non-certificated mechanic working under the supervision of a certificated mechanic with airframe and powerplant ratings.

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1

26
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How is a quality system assured?

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By an internal reporting and auditing system

27
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The three types of human error are

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Omission, commission, and extraneous

28
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Which of the following statements is true for a certificated and appropriately rated mechanic regarding repairs and alterations?

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He/she may perform an airframe major repair or major alteration, but cannot approve the work for return to service

29
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14 CFR part 65 subpart D contains regulations regarding the certification of

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mechanics

30
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How long is a mechanic certificate with airframe and/or powerplant ratings valid

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Until surrendered, suspended, or revoked

31
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Instrument repairs may be performed

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By an FAA approved instrument repair station

32
Q

Which is classifies as a major repair?

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The splicing of skin sheets

33
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Certificated mechanics, under their general certificate privileges, may

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perform 100 hour inspection of instruments

34
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An airworthiness directive requires that a propeller be altered. Certificated mechanics could

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Perform and approve the work for return to serve if it is a minor

35
Q

Which of these publications contains standards for protrusion of bolts, studs, and screws through self-locking nuts?

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AC 43.13-1B

36
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A repair, as performed on an airframe, shall mean

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The restoration of the airframe to a condition for safe operation after damage or deterioration.

37
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Certificated mechanics with a powerplant rating may perform

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100 hour inspections required by the Federal Aviation Regulations on powerplants, propellers, or any components thereof, and may release the same to service.

38
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Who is responsible for determining that materials used in aircraft maintenance and repair are of the proper type and conform to the appropriate standards

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The installing person or agency.