ACS ACS Professional Development 3

Question 1

To exercise Inspection Authorization (IA) privileges, a mechanic must hold an IA for at least how long before it must be renewed?

Accepted Answer

12 months

Answer

An Inspection Authorization must be renewed annually (every 12 calendar months) by meeting one of the renewal activity requirements in 14 CFR 65.93.

Question 2

Under 14 CFR 65.83, a certificated mechanic must have performed or supervised work in the aviation maintenance field within the preceding how many months to exercise certificate privileges?

Accepted Answer

24 months

Answer

14 CFR 65.83 requires mechanics to have performed or supervised at least 6 months of work within the preceding 24 months to exercise certificate privileges.

Question 3

A mechanic discovers that a repair was incorrectly performed by a previous technician. Under professional and regulatory standards, the mechanic should:

Accepted Answer

Document the discrepancy and refuse to approve the aircraft until it is corrected

Answer

A mechanic has a professional and regulatory obligation to document discrepancies and withhold approval for return to service until all known airworthiness issues are resolved.

Question 4

Which 14 CFR Part governs the certification of aviation mechanics?

Accepted Answer

Part 65

Answer

14 CFR Part 65 covers airmen other than flight crewmembers, including the certification requirements and privileges of aviation mechanics.

Question 5

The FAA's Aviation Safety Hotline (1-800-255-1111) is used to report:

Accepted Answer

Alleged violations of aviation regulations or safety concerns

Answer

The FAA Safety Hotline allows anyone to anonymously report suspected regulatory violations or safety hazards to the FAA.

(ACS) Airman Certification Standard Certified Mechanic Practice Test

(ACS) Airman Certification Standard Certified Mechanic Practice Test

ACS ACS Professional Development 3