Minimum Equipment List (MEL) - Minimum Equipment List (MEL)

Question 1

Approval and authority to use an MEL to operate aircraft with inoperative equipment is typically provided to U.S. operators in what form?

Answer 1

LOA or Ops Spec D095 or D195.

Question 2

What equipment is included in a Master MEL?

Answer 2

All of the answers are correct.

Question 3

What equipment is included in a Master MEL?What is a primary difference between a Master MEL and an operator’s MEL?

Answer 3

The operator’s MEL contains items specific to their aircraft configuration and operations.

Question 4

When an operator uses an NEF program it may be included in the MEL. The NEF allows operators to use the deferral authority granted in the MMEL or MEL to provide deferral relief for what type of items?

Answer 4

Nonessential Equipment and Furnishings.

Question 5

Which of the following items may be considered an NEF?

Answer 5

Worn seat cushion.

Question 6

Operators who use an MEL must develop a comprehensive program to manage it. This program must include:

Answer 6

A method for tracking deferred items.

Question 7

Which of the following is an optional section of the MEL?

Answer 7

Cover page.

Question 8

If you find a triple asterisk (***) below the system number in column 1 of an MMEL what does it indicate?

Answer 8

The item is not required by regulation but has been installed on some models of the aircraft.

Question 9

True or False? An operator may add additional limitations or restrictions to an item beyond what is required by the MMEL.

Answer 9

True. As long as the operator’s MEL limitations, conditions, and restrictions are not less restrictive than the MMEL.

Question 10

MEL items in Repair Category A are:

Answer 10

Part of the aircraft type design requirements or critical operational item.

Question 11

An item in Repair Category B must be repaired within:

Answer 11

3 calendar days.

Question 12

When there is a dash (-) in the MEL for the quantity of an item installed it means that:

Answer 12

There is a variable number installed for the fleet or aircraft design, or the number installed is impractical to show.

Question 13

May an operator authorize flightcrew members to perform (M) procedures for MEL deferrals?

Answer 13

Yes. As long as the crewmember is appropriately trained they may perform (M) procedures.

Question 14

True or False? When an (M) or (O) procedure is required, it must be fully depicted in the operator’s MEL.

Answer 14

False. It may be fully depicted in the MEL or contained in another FAA-approved manual.

Question 15

If an MMEL’s general Remarks or Exceptions includes the statement “As Required by 14 CFR” what must the operator’s MEL contain?

Answer 15

A specific regulatory requirement, such as a part and subpart.

Question 16

If an item fails after the aircraft departs the gate or ramp area but before takeoff, the pilot should:

Answer 16

Follow company procedures and delay takeoff if maintenance inspection is required.

Question 17

True or False? Flightcrew must have direct access to the MEL.

Answer 17

True. The MEL must be available at all times prior to flight up to the point the aircraft takes off.