ACS ACS Industry Standards 3

Question 1

Which type of maintenance record entry is required after completion of a 100-hour inspection?

Accepted Answer

A signed logbook entry per 14 CFR 43.11

Answer

14 CFR 43.11 requires a maintenance record entry including the date, aircraft total time, signature, and certificate number after each inspection.

Question 2

What distinguishes a major repair from a minor repair under 14 CFR Part 43?

Accepted Answer

The potential effect on structural strength, flight characteristics, or other airworthiness qualities

Answer

A major repair is one that might appreciably affect structural strength, flight characteristics, or other airworthiness qualities if improperly done.

Question 3

When must an FAA Form 337 be submitted after a major repair or alteration?

Accepted Answer

Within 30 days after approval for return to service

Answer

14 CFR 43.9 requires Form 337 to be submitted to the FAA Aircraft Registration Branch within 48 hours, while one copy is kept with the aircraft records.

Question 4

Which publication would a mechanic consult to determine if a specific alteration requires an STC or field approval?

Accepted Answer

AC 43.13-2B

Answer

AC 43.13-2B provides acceptable methods for aircraft alterations and helps determine what approvals are needed.

Question 5

Under the ACS framework, 'risk management' is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The process of identifying hazards, assessing risk, and mitigating it to an acceptable level

Answer

ACS risk management involves a systematic process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating hazards before performing maintenance tasks.

(ACS) Airman Certification Standard Certified Mechanic Practice Test

(ACS) Airman Certification Standard Certified Mechanic Practice Test

ACS ACS Industry Standards 3