Mechanic Privleges And Limitations

Question 1

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

Answer 1

FAR part 65

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Airframe and Powerplant

Question 3

What type of work may a certificated mechanic perform?

Answer 3

Perform or supervise maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations.

Question 4

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

Answer 4

Not unless they are supervised by certificated powerplant mechanic.

Question 5

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

Answer 5

A Powerplant mechanic can make minor repairs or minor alterations but may not perform major repairs or major alterations to propellers.

Question 6

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

Answer 6

No

Question 7

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

Answer 7

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

Question 8

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

Answer 8

A mechanic may approve an aircraft, airframe, engine, appliance for return to service in accordance with FAR part 65.

Question 9

What are the privileges of an A&P mechanic regarding a 100-hr inspection and an annual inspection

Answer 9

A mechanic may perform and approve for return to service an aircraft after a 100-hour inspection but a IA can perform and return to service under a annual inspection

Question 10

What is the duration of a mechanic certificate?

Answer 10

Until surrendered, suspended, or revoked.

Question 11

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?

Answer 11

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

Question 12

What is the minimum age for a mechanic certificate?

Answer 12

18 years

Question 13

What tests are used to demonstrate that the mechanic has the proper knowledge.

Answer 13

Written test

Question 14

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

Answer 14

Mechanic holds a Inspection Authorization.

Question 15

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

Answer 15

120 days

Question 16

If a mechanic’s certificate is revoked how long must they wait before applying for a new one?

Answer 16

One year unless states otherwise

Question 17

What should you do if your certificate is about to expire?

Answer 17

Contact the local FAA office

Question 18

How many moths of practical experience is needed to qualify for a mechanic rating for a A&P rating?

Answer 18

30 months

Question 19

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

Answer 19

They 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.

Question 20

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

Answer 20

Notify the administrator of the FAA in writing with in 30 days

Question 21

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

Answer 21

FAR part 43 Appendix A

Question 22

What are the privileges to a certified mechanic in regards to aircraft instruments

Answer 22

A mechanic can inspect the instrument but can not make any repairs or alterations to the instrument

Question 23

What may be used as a guide for 100-hour inspections

Answer 23

FAR Part 43 Appendix D

Question 24

Who has the final responsibly of maintaining the maintenance Manuel’s

Answer 24

The owner or operator of the aircraft