POWERPLANT - CIVIL AIR REGULATIONS Flashcards
What is the minimum required qualification for Certifying Staff?
An AMT license
What is a key responsibility of a Certifying Staff?
Certifying the release to service of an aircraft or component after maintenance
Regulatory bodies require which type of inspection after any engine modification?
Flight test inspection
Regulatory bodies specify that aircraft maintenance programs should be based on which of the following?
. Manufacturer’s recommendations, operator experience, and regulatory
requirements
What is a common requirement for both FAA and EASA regarding the calibration of tools and equipment used in engine maintenance?
Calibration must be performed regularly and recorded
Regulatory bodies states that an engine logbook must include entries for which of the following?
All maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations
What must be done before an aircraft engine can be released to service after major maintenance?
A detailed inspection must be completed and logged
Authority requires the tracking of which specific data to ensure airworthiness?
Flight hours, cycles, and calendar time
What is the significance of a maintenance release certificate?
It confirms that the aircraft or component is airworthy and has been released to
service
What is the purpose of a Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) according to FAA regulations?
To specify the design and performance specifications for aircraft and engines
Regulatory bodies require that maintenance records be kept in what format?
Either paper or digital format
Which document details the specific maintenance tasks and intervals for an aircraft?
Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP)
Regulatory bodies require that maintenance data used must be:
Approved or accepted by the competent authority
FAA regulations require which inspection after an engine installation?
Post-installation inspection and operational test
FAA regulations require compliance with which of the following for ensuring continued airworthiness of an aircraft engine?
Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
Under FAA regulations, what is required if an engine part is replaced with a non-OEM part?
The part must be FAA-approved and documented
What is required if a critical part is found to be non-compliant during maintenance?
The part must be replaced immediately
According to FAA regulations, what must be done if an engine exceeds the recommended TBO (Time Between Overhaul)?
The engine can continue in service if deemed airworthy after inspection
FAA regulations specify that an engine manufacturer’s Service Bulletin (SB) becomes mandatory under what condition?
When it is incorporated into an Airworthiness Directive (AD)
Authority states that the Certifying Staff must sign off on what type of documentation after performing maintenance?
Aircraft logbook
Which of the following actions if an engine shows signs of detonation during operation?
Perform an immediate inspection and necessary repairs
PCAR part II mandates that licensed AMT personnel must demonstrate competence in which area?
Aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting
Authorities require periodic inspection of which engine component to ensure continued airworthiness?
Engine mounts
According to FAA regulations, what is the correct action if a maintenance task is not completed as per the manual?
Re-do the task correctly
FAA regulations stipulate that which document must be reviewed to confirm compliance with ADs during an annual inspection?
Aircraft logbook
FAA regulations specify that engine logbooks must be kept for:
The lifetime of the engine
According to FAA regulations, who is responsible for ensuring that an aircraft is in airworthy condition before flight?
The pilot in command
Maintenance records to be retained for how long after the aircraft or component has been released to service?
5 years
What is the primary document used by the authority to approve an aircraft engine for return to service after maintenance?
Airworthiness release certificate
Under FAA regulations, what is required if an airworthiness directive (AD) is issued for an engine?
Compliance with the AD as specified within the timeframe provided
Regulations specify that fuel hoses must be inspected for:
Leaks and wear
Regulations require that all maintenance personnel must be:
c. Trained and competent for the task
Regulations require that engines with recurring mechanical issues must be:
Monitored under a special maintenance program
The FAA defines a “time between overhaul” (TBO) as:
A recommended interval for engine overhaul
Who is responsible for developing the aircraft maintenance program?
The operator
What must be included in an FAA-approved aircraft maintenance program for a commercial operator?
Specific inspection intervals and tasks tailored to the operator’s use
What is a common requirement for both FAA and EASA regarding the inspection of engine mounts?
Inspections at every annual or 100-hour inspection
What is a common requirement for both FAA and EASA regarding the inspection of engine mounts?
Inspections at every annual or 100-hour inspection
FAA regulations require which type of documentation to be maintained after an engine overhaul?
Work orders and parts lists
What is the maximum time allowed between progressive inspections?
100 flight hours
According to FAA regulations, what is the recommended time interval for overhauling a Lycoming engine?
As specified by the manufacturer or every 12 years, whichever comes first
EASA mandates which of the following for Continental engine fuel injection systems?
Inspection and cleaning at every 100-hour inspection
What is the primary purpose of Lycoming’s service bulletins?
To provide maintenance and operational recommendations
Who is responsible for issuing airworthiness certificates for aircraft engines under the Republic of the Philippines?
Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines
What is the consequence of not complying with an airworthiness directive (AD)?
Grounding of the aircraft until compliance is achieved
Which document must be carried on board the aircraft at all times?
Airworthiness certificate
What must be done if an aircraft engine is found to have a major defect during an inspection?
The defect must be repaired before the next flight
What must be done if an aircraft engine is found to have a major defect during an inspection?
The defect must be repaired before the next flight
What is required under FAA regulations for a mechanic to sign off an annual inspection on an aircraft engine?
Inspection Authorization (IA)
Aircraft’s maintenance manual must include procedures for which of the following?
Engine installation and removal
What is the role of an FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) concerning aircraft engines?
To approve engineering data used for major repairs and alterations
Any unscheduled maintenance must be recorded and include what specific information?
The date, description of the work, and the signature of the certifying staff
Under FAA regulations, what document must be referenced when performing a major repair on an aircraft engine?
The manufacturer’s maintenance manual
FAA regulations require which document to be updated after any major repair or overhaul on a Lycoming engine?
Engine logbook
According to EASA regulations, how often should the magnetos be inspected on a Lycoming engine?
Every 500 hours or annually, whichever comes first
EASA requires that Lycoming engines operating in Europe must comply with:
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) ADs and regulations
Which document outlines the approved maintenance procedures for aircraft engines?
Maintenance manual
According to the FAA, who is responsible for approving an engine for return to service after maintenance?
c. A certified mechanic or repair station
Regulatory bodies require engine maintenance records to be kept for a minimum of:
5 years
The FAA mandates that all major repairs to powerplants be documented in:
The engine logbook
According to the FAA, an airworthiness directive (AD) must be complied with:
By the specified compliance date
