Aviation Safety and Regulations Flashcards
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What is the significance of the 'Yellow Tag' on an aircraft part in a maintenance environment?
Answer: The part is repairable and has been inspected but is not airworthy until repaired
A Yellow Tag (FAA Form 8130-3 with repairable notation) indicates a part has been inspected and is repairable but is not currently airworthy.
Under which condition is an Inspection Authorization (IA) required for an FAA-certificated mechanic?
Answer: To perform annual inspections on general aviation aircraft
An Inspection Authorization (IA) is required for A&P mechanics to perform and approve annual inspections and to approve major repairs and alterations.
What does 'on-condition maintenance' mean in aerospace maintenance philosophy?
Answer: Maintenance performed based on the actual condition of a component rather than a fixed time interval
On-condition maintenance means a component remains in service as long as it meets defined performance standards, rather than being replaced at a fixed time interval.
What is the purpose of a Minimum Equipment List (MEL) on a commercial aircraft?
Answer: To identify equipment that may be inoperative while still allowing flight under specified conditions
An MEL identifies equipment that may be inoperative under specific conditions, allowing dispatch of aircraft that would otherwise be grounded for minor inoperative items.
Which regulation requires aerospace maintenance facilities to have a Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System (CASS)?
Answer: 14 CFR Part 121
14 CFR Part 121 requires air carriers to have a Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System to monitor the effectiveness of their maintenance program.
What is the correct first step when discovering a potential safety of flight issue during aircraft maintenance?
Answer: Ground the aircraft and document the finding immediately
When a safety of flight issue is discovered, the aircraft must be grounded immediately and the finding documented to ensure no unsafe aircraft is returned to service.