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Aircraft Maintenance Inspection & Troubleshooting Flashcards

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  1. During a progressive inspection, which document must an FAA-approved repair station use to track completion of each inspection segment?

    Answer: Approved inspection program with sign-offs for each segment

    An approved progressive inspection program must include provisions for documenting the completion and sign-off of each inspection segment.

  2. An aircraft exhibits intermittent static on the communication radio only during climb. The MOST likely cause is:

    Answer: Loose antenna coaxial connector affected by airframe flexing

    Intermittent static only during climb suggests a mechanical connection issue where airframe flexing loosens a coaxial antenna connector.

  3. When inspecting a turbine engine compressor for FOD damage, a nick that exceeds limits in the FIRST stage rotor blade requires:

    Answer: Removal and replacement or repair per the engine manufacturer's manual

    Blade damage exceeding manufacturer limits requires removal, replacement, or repair strictly per the engine manufacturer's maintenance manual.

  4. A landing gear retraction test reveals that the right main gear takes 5 seconds longer to retract than the left. The FIRST component to inspect is:

    Answer: Actuator cylinder for internal bypass

    An actuator cylinder with internal bypass causes fluid to recirculate internally, slowing actuation time on the affected gear.

  5. According to 14 CFR Part 43, an aircraft owner/operator is permitted to perform which of the following inspections without a certificated mechanic?

    Answer: Preflight inspection

    14 CFR Part 43 Appendix A allows the owner/operator to perform preflight inspections as preventive maintenance is not required to be done by a mechanic.

  6. A continuity check of a landing light circuit shows correct resistance, but the light still does not illuminate. The NEXT logical troubleshooting step is:

    Answer: Check for correct voltage at the light socket with the switch ON

    Correct resistance but no illumination means the wiring is intact; checking for voltage at the socket confirms whether current is reaching the load.

  7. During inspection of an aircraft fuel system, you discover a blue stain around a fuel cap gasket. This finding indicates:

    Answer: A fuel cap seal leak requiring gasket replacement

    Blue staining (from aviation gasoline dye) around the fuel cap area is evidence of a leaking cap gasket that must be replaced.