CAT Aviation Safety and Regulations 2

Question 1

What does the acronym FOD stand for in aerospace safety?

Accepted Answer

Foreign Object Debris/Damage

Answer

Flight Operations Directive

Answer

Fuel Oil Deposit

Answer

Fuselage Overhaul Deficiency

Question 2

Which regulation governs the maintenance record-keeping requirements for U.S.-registered aircraft?

Accepted Answer

14 CFR Part 43

Answer

14 CFR Part 91

Answer

14 CFR Part 121

Answer

14 CFR Part 65

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a Safety Management System (SMS) in aerospace organizations?

Accepted Answer

To proactively identify and mitigate safety risks before accidents occur

Answer

To investigate accidents after they happen

Answer

To certify new aircraft types

Answer

To train pilots on emergency procedures

Question 4

What is a Major Repair as defined by 14 CFR Part 43?

Accepted Answer

A repair that might appreciably affect structural strength, flight characteristics, or airworthiness

Answer

Any repair costing more than $10,000

Answer

Any repair requiring more than 8 hours of labor

Answer

A repair performed outside an approved facility

Question 5

Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when working with aircraft hydraulic fluid (Skydrol)?

Accepted Answer

Chemical-resistant gloves and splash goggles

Answer

Leather gloves and safety glasses

Answer

Nitrile gloves only

Answer

Hard hat and steel-toed boots

Question 6

What action must be taken when a technician discovers a defect beyond the scope of authorized work during an inspection?

Accepted Answer

Stop work and notify the appropriate supervisory or certifying authority

Answer

Continue the original task and note the defect in a personal log

Answer

Immediately attempt to repair the defect without authorization

Answer

Ground the aircraft and wait for the pilot's instructions