ACS Troubleshooting Techniques & Inspection Standards

Question 1

What is the first step in troubleshooting an aircraft system?

Accepted Answer

Identify the problem

Answer

Replace suspected parts

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Disassemble the system

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Check battery voltage

Question 2

Which tool is commonly used to check continuity in electrical circuits?

Accepted Answer

Multimeter

Answer

Caliper

Answer

Torque wrench

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Rivet gun

Question 3

Which method is best for locating hydraulic leaks?

Accepted Answer

Visual and tactile inspection

Answer

Thermal imaging

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X-ray scanning

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Ultrasonic testing

Question 4

What standard must aircraft inspections comply with?

Accepted Answer

FAA and manufacturer standards

Answer

Mechanic's experience

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Pilot's opinion

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Local weather reports

Question 5

What type of inspection uses sound waves to detect material flaws?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasonic inspection

Answer

Dye penetrant inspection

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Visual inspection

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Magnetic particle inspection

Question 6

Which part of the maintenance manual specifies troubleshooting steps?

Accepted Answer

Troubleshooting section

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General Information section

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Schematics section

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Parts Catalog section

Question 7

How should discrepancies be documented during inspection?

Accepted Answer

In maintenance logbooks

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By verbal communication only

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On personal notes

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Only after repairs

Question 8

What is a borescope used for?

Accepted Answer

Internal visual inspections

Answer

Cleaning components

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Removing corrosion

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Measuring airspeed

Question 9

Which method is primarily used to detect corrosion on aircraft structures?

Accepted Answer

Visual inspection

Answer

Ultrasonic inspection

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X-ray imaging

Answer

Magnetic field mapping