ASI Aircraft Operations and Certification 2

Question 1

Under 14 CFR Part 91, what is the minimum safe altitude when flying over a congested area?

Accepted Answer

1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within 2,000 feet horizontally

Answer

14 CFR 91.119 requires 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within 2,000 feet horizontally when over a congested area.

Question 2

Which FAA order governs the Aviation Safety Inspector's handbook for airworthiness activities?

Accepted Answer

FAA Order 8300.10

Answer

FAA Order 8300.10, the Airworthiness Inspector's Handbook, governs airworthiness activities performed by ASIs.

Question 3

A type certificate (TC) is issued to certify that a particular aircraft design meets which standard?

Accepted Answer

Applicable airworthiness standards

Answer

A type certificate is issued under 14 CFR Part 21 to certify that an aircraft design meets the applicable airworthiness standards.

Question 4

What does a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) authorize?

Accepted Answer

A change to an existing type design that has been FAA-approved

Answer

An STC is issued when an applicant shows that a product change meets applicable airworthiness standards, authorizing that specific modification.

Question 5

An aircraft operating under a special airworthiness certificate in the experimental category is typically restricted from:

Accepted Answer

Flying over densely populated areas and in congested airways

Answer

Experimental aircraft are commonly restricted from flying over populated areas and congested airways to minimize risk to persons and property on the ground.

(ASI) Aviation Safety Inspector Certification Practice Test

(ASI) Aviation Safety Inspector Certification Practice Test

ASI Aircraft Operations and Certification 2