Maintenance and Repair Procedures Flashcards
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What is the correct procedure when a required inspection item (RII) on an air carrier aircraft is performed?
Answer: The RII must be inspected by a person other than the one who performed the work
14 CFR 121.369 requires that RIIs be inspected by a qualified person who did not perform the work, ensuring independent verification.
An ASI finds that a repair station is performing work outside its ratings. What regulatory violation applies?
Answer: 14 CFR Part 145.59
14 CFR 145.59 prohibits a certificated repair station from performing work beyond the scope of its certificate ratings.
What does a 'return to service' entry in aircraft maintenance records signify?
Answer: The aircraft has been approved as airworthy following maintenance
A return to service entry certifies that the maintenance work was completed and the aircraft is airworthy per 14 CFR Part 43.9.
When inspecting a composite aircraft structure for delamination, which inspection method is most effective?
Answer: Coin tap test or ultrasonic inspection
The coin tap test and ultrasonic inspection are most effective for detecting delamination in composite materials.
What is the significance of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) compliance deadline?
Answer: It is a legally mandatory compliance date; operating the aircraft after the deadline is illegal
ADs are legally binding under 14 CFR Part 39; operating an aircraft after the AD compliance deadline is a regulatory violation.
What is the primary purpose of an Maintenance Review Board (MRB) document?
Answer: Establish initial scheduled maintenance requirements for a new aircraft type
The MRB document establishes the initial minimum scheduled maintenance tasks for a new aircraft type based on MSG-3 analysis.
During a ramp inspection, an ASI notices a logbook entry that is incomplete — it lacks the mechanic's certificate number. What action should the ASI take?
Answer: Issue a Letter of Correction to the aircraft owner and document the finding
An incomplete maintenance entry is a regulatory violation; the ASI should document the finding and issue a Letter of Correction, potentially initiating enforcement action.