CAT Aviation Safety and Regulations

Question 1

Which U.S. federal agency is the primary regulatory authority for civil aviation safety standards applicable to aerospace technicians?

Accepted Answer

FAA

Answer

OSHA

Answer

NTSB

Answer

DOT

Question 2

What document must be consulted before performing any maintenance task on a certificated aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Approved Maintenance Manual (AMM)

Answer

Pilot's Operating Handbook

Answer

Flight Plan

Answer

Aircraft Registration

Question 3

Under 14 CFR Part 65, an Aviation Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings is commonly referred to as what?

Accepted Answer

A&P Certificate

Answer

CAT License

Answer

Type Rating

Answer

Inspection Authorization

Question 4

What is the purpose of an Airworthiness Directive (AD)?

Accepted Answer

To mandate corrective action for known unsafe conditions in aircraft

Answer

To approve new aircraft designs

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To certify new technicians

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To schedule routine maintenance intervals

Question 5

Which OSHA standard most directly applies to hazardous materials handling in aerospace maintenance facilities?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication)

Answer

29 CFR 1926.501 (Fall Protection)

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29 CFR 1910.134 (Respiratory Protection)

Answer

29 CFR 1910.147 (Lockout/Tagout)

Question 6

When must a Return to Service (RTS) entry be made in an aircraft's maintenance records?

Accepted Answer

After every maintenance action is completed and the aircraft is approved for return to service

Answer

Only after major repairs

Answer

At the start of each shift

Answer

Only when an AD is complied with