AET Documentation and Reporting 2

Question 1

When an avionics technician discovers a discrepancy during an inspection that cannot be corrected before flight, what document must be used to record it?

Accepted Answer

Discrepancy log in the aircraft maintenance record

Answer

Discrepancies that cannot be immediately corrected must be entered in the aircraft maintenance record so the crew and subsequent technicians are aware.

Question 2

Which FAR part establishes the record-keeping requirements for air carrier maintenance programs?

Accepted Answer

FAR Part 121

Answer

FAR Part 121 governs air carrier operations and includes specific maintenance record-keeping requirements for scheduled air carriers.

Question 3

What is the minimum retention period for maintenance records showing compliance with an Airworthiness Directive (AD)?

Accepted Answer

Until the work is repeated or the aircraft is sold

Answer

AD compliance records must be retained until the AD is complied with again or the aircraft, airframe, or appliance is transferred.

Question 4

An avionics technician installs a replacement VHF comm radio. Which document provides the approved data confirming the replacement is authorized?

Accepted Answer

FAA-approved data such as STC, AML, or aircraft manufacturer data

Answer

Approved data such as an STC, AML listing, or aircraft manufacturer's maintenance manual must authorize avionics installations.

Question 5

What information must be included in a maintenance record entry per 14 CFR 43.9?

Accepted Answer

Description of work, date, aircraft total time, and certificated person's signature and certificate number

Answer

14 CFR 43.9 requires the description of work, date, aircraft total time, and the certificated person's signature and certificate number.

(AET) Aircraft Electronics Technician Practice Test

(AET) Aircraft Electronics Technician Practice Test

AET Documentation and Reporting 2