FAA Rules, Safety Procedures & Documentation Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a Minimum Equipment List (MEL)?
Answer: To allow flight with certain inoperative equipment under specified conditions
An MEL allows an operator to dispatch an aircraft with certain items inoperative, provided specific conditions and limitations are met, based on the FAA-approved Master MEL.
Under 14 CFR Part 43, Appendix D, which inspection item is NOT specifically required during an annual/100-hour inspection?
Answer: Operational test of all avionics
Appendix D of Part 43 does not specifically require an operational test of all avionics; it focuses on airframe, engine, propeller, and flight control system inspections.
A mechanic holds an Inspection Authorization (IA). Which of the following can the IA holder perform that a standard A&P mechanic cannot?
Answer: Approve aircraft for return to service after annual inspections
An IA holder is authorized to perform and approve aircraft for return to service after annual inspections and after major repairs/alterations, which standard A&P mechanics cannot do.
According to 14 CFR 65.92, what must an IA holder do to renew their Inspection Authorization each year?
Answer: Show evidence of activity and meet one of several qualification options
An IA is renewed annually and requires the holder to show evidence of activity (inspections performed) and meet at least one of the qualification requirements listed in 14 CFR 65.93.
What is the significance of a 'Red X' placard in an aircraft cockpit?
Answer: The item is inoperative and the aircraft may not be flown
A Red X or red placard in the cockpit signifies that the marked item is inoperative and the aircraft is not airworthy for flight until the discrepancy is corrected.
Which hazardous material regulation requires aviation maintenance facilities to properly label, store, and dispose of materials like cleaning solvents and hydraulic fluid?
Answer: 49 CFR Parts 171-180 (DOT HazMat)
The U.S. Department of Transportation hazardous materials regulations (49 CFR Parts 171-180) govern the labeling, storage, handling, and transport of hazardous materials in aviation maintenance.
When must a mechanic notify the FAA of a defect that could cause failure, malfunction, or defect in an aircraft?
Answer: Within 96 hours of discovering the defect under 14 CFR Part 21.3
14 CFR 21.3 requires certificate holders to report failures, malfunctions, or defects that could cause or have caused a problem affecting airworthiness within 96 hours of discovery.