AET Regulatory Compliance and Certification Flashcards
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Under 14 CFR Part 43, Appendix D, which inspection is required every 100 hours or annually on most general aviation aircraft?
Answer: Annual/100-hour inspection
Appendix D of 14 CFR Part 43 lists the scope and detail requirements for the 100-hour and annual inspection applicable to most general aviation aircraft.
What is the maximum civil penalty that can be assessed for a single violation of an FAA regulation under 49 U.S.C. § 46301?
Answer: $25,000
Under 49 U.S.C. § 46301, the FAA may assess a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation for individuals who violate aviation safety regulations.
A Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorization indicates that avionics equipment meets which standard?
Answer: Minimum FAA performance standard
A TSO authorization means the equipment meets the minimum performance standards specified in the applicable TSO, ensuring baseline airworthiness for installation.
Which regulation requires that avionics installed in aircraft used for IFR flight meet specific performance standards?
Answer: 14 CFR Part 91.205
14 CFR Part 91.205 lists the required instruments and equipment for IFR flight, including specific avionics such as a VOR receiver and altitude encoding transponder.
An aircraft's Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) is approved by the FAA and forms the basis for an operator's:
Answer: Minimum Equipment List (MEL)
Operators develop their own Minimum Equipment List (MEL) from the FAA-approved MMEL, allowing certain equipment to be inoperative under specified conditions while maintaining airworthiness.
FAA Order 8300.10 (Airworthiness Inspector's Handbook) is primarily used by whom?
Answer: FAA Aviation Safety Inspectors
FAA Order 8300.10 provides guidance and standardized procedures for FAA Aviation Safety Inspectors performing airworthiness functions, including oversight of maintenance and avionics.