A&P General (oral Questions and answers)

What are your requirements as an aircraft mechanic when you have a change of address? You must notify the FAA in writing within 30 days of any change to your permanent address. Is a person with a private pilot's certificate allowed to perform maintenance and, if so, what are his/her limitations? A pilot may perform preventative maintenance in accordance with FAR Part 43.3, 43.7 and appendix A on an airplane owned by the pilot. He/she can also approve the aircraft for return to service following that maintenance. Reference: FAR part 43. Brainpower Read More Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:00 / 0:15 Full screen What should a mechanic do if his/her temporary certificate is about to expire? Contact the local FAA office and seek assistance. Reference: FAR part 65 What is the duration of a temporary airman's certificate? 120 days. Reference: FAR part 65 If a mechanics certificate is revoked, how long must he/she wait before applying for a new certificate? One year unless the revocation order states otherwise. Reference : FAR part 65 May a mechanic supervise an inspection (or portion of an inspection) and then approve the aircraft for return to service? No. The mechanic approving the aircraft for return to service must actually perform the inspection. When may a mechanic perform an annual inspection and return the aircraft to service? When the mechanic holds an Inspection Authorization. In addition to performing maintenance, what other privileges are granted to a powerplant mechanic? A powerplant mechanic may perform a 100-hour on an engine and approve the engine for return to service. What are privlidges and limitations of an A&P mechanic regarding major repairs and alterations to airframe and engines and their approval for return to service? A&p mechanics may perform major repairs and alterations but may not approve them for return to service unless they hold an Inspection Authorization. What is the duration of a mechanics certificate.? The certificate is valid until surrendered, suspended or revoked. What are the privlidges of an A&P mechanic regarding inspections? A mechanic may perform and approve for return to service an airframe or engine following a 100-hour inspection. What authority does a mechanic have regarding approval for return to service? A mechanic may approve an aircraft, airframe, engine, propeller or appliance for return to service in accordance with the provisions of FAR part 65. What are the requirements for recent experience in order to exercise the privlidges of mechanic's certificate or rating? You must have worked as a mechanic or technically supervised other mechanics for at least 6 months out of the past 24 months. Is a mechanic allowed to repair or alter an aircraft instrument? No. Mechanics may not perform any repairs or alterations on instruments. What are the limitations to a mechanic's privlidges with regard to propellers? A mechanic may not perform or supervise major repairs to, or major alterations of propellers. Is a certificated airframe mechanic allowed to perform maintenance on engines? Not unless they are supervised by a certificated powerplant mechanic. What types of work may a certificated mechanic perform? A mechanic may perform or supervise maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations. What are the ratings issued under a mechanics certificate? Airframe and Powerplant Where are the FARSs will you find the certification requirements for mechanics? FAR part 65 What publication should a mechanic consult to determine if a repair is considered major or minor? 14 CFR (FAR) Part 43, appendix A How can you determine that an aircraft part or appliance you receive is serviceable? By an approval for return to service in the maintenance record for the part or appliance. With completed Form 337. Reference : FAR - M When performing an inspection required by FAR Part 91, what rotorcraft systems must be inspected in accordance with the manufacturer's maintenance manual or instructions for continued airworthiness? The drive shafts or similar systems. The main rotor transmission gearbox for obvious defects. The main rotor and center section. The auxiliary rotor on helicopters. Reference : FAR - M What is the difference between the terms "overhaul" and "rebuilding as they pertain to aircraft engine maintenance records? "Overhauled" engines must be tested and approved or acceptable current standards and technical data. "Rebuilt" engines must be tested to the same tolerance and limits as a new engine. Reference : FAR - M What persons are authorized to make the required maintenance entry approving the return to service after a progressive inspection is performed at a location other than the aircrafts home base? An applicable certified mechanic. An appropriate rated repair station. The aircraft manufacturer.