Mechanic Privileges & Limitations Flashcards
14 CFR Part 65 contains information for the certification of
Airmen other than flight crew members
A certificated mechanic with a powerplant rating may perform the
100 hour inspection required by the Federal Aviation Regulations on a powerplant or any component thereof and approve and return the same to service
The replacement of a damaged vertical stabilizer with a new identical stabilizer purchased from the aircraft manufacturer is considered a
Minor repair
According to Dr. James Reason, there are two types of human failure which can occur. They are:
Active and latent
A person working under the supervision of a certificated mechanic with an airframe and powerplant rating is not authorized to perform
A 100 hour inspection
The replacement of a damaged engine mount with a new identical engine mount purchased from the aircraft manufacturer is considered a
Minor repair
Why is a mechanic applicant issued a temporary certificate after successful completion of the required tests?
To allow for review of his/her application and supplementary documents
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,
neither no.1 nor no.2 is true
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?`
14 CFR Part 65
The positive aspects of human factor issues are referred to as the
Magnificent seven
When we think of Aviation safety in a contemporary way, human error is
The starting point
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
Served as a mechanic under the certificate and rating for at least 6 months
What is the maximum duration of a temporary airman certificate?
120 days
The “SHEL” model is another human factors tool. The goal is to determine not only what the problem is, but also
Where and why it exists
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?
30 days