Power Plant and Propeller Airworthiness Inspections Flashcards
What publications can be used as a guide for 100 hour inspections on aircraft engines?
Manufacturer’s maintenance manuals and FAR part 43 appendix D
How do you identify the engine serial number?
It is located on the engine data plate
Prior to returning a reciprocating engine to service after 100 hour inspection, what operational checks must be performed?
Check the power output, static and idle rpm, check magnetos, fuel and oil pressure and cylinder and oil temperature check
Where are life limited parts of an engine listed?
Engine maintenance manuals, tcds and the airworthiness limitations section of the instructions for continued airworthiness
Where can engine operating limits be found?
Engine manual, engine specifications, tcds and aircraft manufacturer’s maintenance manual
Why are hot section inspections performed on turbine engines?
To determine the integrity and wear of the hot section components
What inspections must be performed following a turbine engine over speed?
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s maintenance manual for the required procedures
What inspections must be performed on a turbine engine if the exhaust gas temperature exceeds limitations?
A hot section inspection
What FAA approvals are required when installing an engine that is not on the aircraft type certificate?
A supplemental type certificate or an FAA field approval
Under what conditions is compliance with an engine service bulletin mandatory?
When an airworthiness directive references the service bulletin, or when compliance is part of the approved operating specifications for a commercial or air carrier operator, or when engine or component overhaul procedures requires compliance at time of overhaul
