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ASA INSPECTION AUTHORIZATION (IA) Exam 2026-2027
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QUESTION 1
Under 14 CFR Part 43, who is authorized to approve an aircraft for
return to service after a major repair?
A) Any licensed Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic.
B) An FAA-approved Repair Station.
C) A holder of an Inspection Authorization (IA).
D) The aircraft owner or operator.
Answer: C
Explanation: While an FAA-approved Repair Station (B) can also
approve a major repair for return to service under its own ratings, the
question is framed within the context of Part 43 and the privileges of an
IA holder. Under § 43.5, an IA is specifically authorized to approve major
repairs and alterations for return to service. This is a primary privilege of
holding an Inspection Authorization. An A&P mechanic (A) without an IA
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cannot approve a major repair, and the owner/operator (D) is not
authorized for such approvals unless under specific, limited
circumstances that do not apply here.
QUESTION 2
What official form is used to record and approve a major repair or
major alteration?
A) FAA Form 337.
B) Aircraft logbook entry.
C) Airworthiness Directive compliance sheet.
D) Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS).
Answer: A
Explanation: FAA Form 337, "Major Repair and Alteration," is the
official form used to record and obtain approval for major repairs and
major alterations. The IA's signature and certificate number on this
form are required for the approval. While a logbook entry (B) is made to
reference the Form 337, the form itself is the primary document. A TCDS
(D) is a reference document, and an AD compliance sheet (C) is a record
for ADs, not major repairs.
QUESTION 3
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An IA certificate expires on March 31 of what year?
A) Every year.
B) Every odd-numbered year.
C) Every even-numbered year.
D) The year following issuance.
Answer: B
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 65.93, an Inspection Authorization expires
on March 31 of each odd-numbered year. To renew the certificate, the
IA must demonstrate, among other things, that they have been actively
engaged in aircraft maintenance for at least 6 months during the
preceding 24-month period.
QUESTION 4
What is the minimum period an IA holder must have been actively
engaged in aircraft maintenance during the preceding 24 months to be
eligible for certificate renewal?
A) 3 months.
B) 6 months.
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C) 12 months.
D) 18 months.
Answer: B
Explanation: To renew an Inspection Authorization, 14 CFR § 65.93
requires that the applicant have been actively engaged in aircraft
maintenance for at least 6 months during the 24-month period before
the application for renewal. This ensures the IA maintains current
practical knowledge and experience in the field.
QUESTION 5
Which of the following is a mandatory regulation issued by the FAA
requiring corrective action when an unsafe condition exists in an
aircraft, engine, propeller, or appliance?
A) Advisory Circular (AC).
B) Airworthiness Directive (AD).
C) Service Bulletin (SB).
D) Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS).
Answer: B
ASA INSPECTION AUTHORIZATION (IA) Exam 2026-2027
BANK QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS
EXAM QUESTIONS WILL COME FROM HERE (100% Latest
Already Graded A+
QUESTION 1
Under 14 CFR Part 43, who is authorized to approve an aircraft for
return to service after a major repair?
A) Any licensed Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic.
B) An FAA-approved Repair Station.
C) A holder of an Inspection Authorization (IA).
D) The aircraft owner or operator.
Answer: C
Explanation: While an FAA-approved Repair Station (B) can also
approve a major repair for return to service under its own ratings, the
question is framed within the context of Part 43 and the privileges of an
IA holder. Under § 43.5, an IA is specifically authorized to approve major
repairs and alterations for return to service. This is a primary privilege of
holding an Inspection Authorization. An A&P mechanic (A) without an IA
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cannot approve a major repair, and the owner/operator (D) is not
authorized for such approvals unless under specific, limited
circumstances that do not apply here.
QUESTION 2
What official form is used to record and approve a major repair or
major alteration?
A) FAA Form 337.
B) Aircraft logbook entry.
C) Airworthiness Directive compliance sheet.
D) Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS).
Answer: A
Explanation: FAA Form 337, "Major Repair and Alteration," is the
official form used to record and obtain approval for major repairs and
major alterations. The IA's signature and certificate number on this
form are required for the approval. While a logbook entry (B) is made to
reference the Form 337, the form itself is the primary document. A TCDS
(D) is a reference document, and an AD compliance sheet (C) is a record
for ADs, not major repairs.
QUESTION 3
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An IA certificate expires on March 31 of what year?
A) Every year.
B) Every odd-numbered year.
C) Every even-numbered year.
D) The year following issuance.
Answer: B
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 65.93, an Inspection Authorization expires
on March 31 of each odd-numbered year. To renew the certificate, the
IA must demonstrate, among other things, that they have been actively
engaged in aircraft maintenance for at least 6 months during the
preceding 24-month period.
QUESTION 4
What is the minimum period an IA holder must have been actively
engaged in aircraft maintenance during the preceding 24 months to be
eligible for certificate renewal?
A) 3 months.
B) 6 months.
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C) 12 months.
D) 18 months.
Answer: B
Explanation: To renew an Inspection Authorization, 14 CFR § 65.93
requires that the applicant have been actively engaged in aircraft
maintenance for at least 6 months during the 24-month period before
the application for renewal. This ensures the IA maintains current
practical knowledge and experience in the field.
QUESTION 5
Which of the following is a mandatory regulation issued by the FAA
requiring corrective action when an unsafe condition exists in an
aircraft, engine, propeller, or appliance?
A) Advisory Circular (AC).
B) Airworthiness Directive (AD).
C) Service Bulletin (SB).
D) Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS).
Answer: B
