ASI Maintenance and Repair Procedures 2

Question 1

When performing a major repair on an aircraft, the FAA Form 337 must be submitted to which office?

Accepted Answer

Local FSDO

Answer

FAA Form 337 for major repairs must be submitted to the local Flight Standards District Office (FSDO).

Question 2

Under 14 CFR Part 43, which of the following is classified as a major alteration?

Accepted Answer

Installing a non-approved navigation system

Answer

Installing equipment not approved for the aircraft type constitutes a major alteration under 14 CFR Part 43.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a torque wrench when performing aircraft maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Apply a specified amount of tightening force

Answer

A torque wrench ensures fasteners are tightened to the exact specification required, preventing under- or over-torquing.

Question 4

An aircraft mechanic discovers a crack in a primary structural member. What is the correct initial action?

Accepted Answer

Remove the aircraft from service and consult approved repair data

Answer

Cracks in primary structural members require removal from service and evaluation against approved repair data before any return to service.

Question 5

Which document must a certificated repair station reference to perform a repair on a specific aircraft component?

Accepted Answer

Approved data such as AMM, STC, or FAA-approved engineering order

Answer

Repairs must be performed using approved data including the Aircraft Maintenance Manual, STCs, or FAA-approved engineering orders.

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