ASI Aircraft Manufacturing and Production 2

Question 1

Under FAR Part 21, what is required before a manufacturer can begin production of a type-certificated aircraft?

Accepted Answer

A Production Approval Holder (PAH) authorization such as a Production Certificate

Answer

FAR Part 21 requires a manufacturer to hold a Production Approval, most commonly a Production Certificate (PC), before producing type-certificated aircraft.

Question 2

What document defines the exact configuration of an aircraft as approved during type certification?

Accepted Answer

Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS)

Answer

The Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) records the approved configuration, limitations, and applicable regulations for a type-certificated aircraft.

Question 3

Which quality system standard is most commonly referenced by the FAA for aviation manufacturing quality management?

Accepted Answer

AS9100

Answer

AS9100 is the aerospace-specific quality management system standard recognized by the FAA and industry for aviation manufacturing.

Question 4

A manufacturer discovers a non-conforming part that passed inspection and was installed in a delivered aircraft. What is the first required action under FAR Part 21?

Accepted Answer

Notify the FAA and initiate corrective action under the Production Approval Holder's quality system

Answer

FAR Part 21.3 requires Production Approval Holders to notify the FAA of any defect or non-conformance that may present an unsafe condition and to initiate corrective action.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a First Article Inspection (FAI) in aviation manufacturing?

Accepted Answer

To confirm that the first unit produced from a new or revised process conforms to design requirements

Answer

A First Article Inspection (FAI) verifies that a production process is capable of producing parts that fully conform to engineering drawings and specifications.

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ASI Aircraft Manufacturing and Production 2