Aircraft Structural Inspection Techniques Flashcards
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Which privilege is held by an IA that a mechanic with only an A&P certificate does not have?
Answer: Performing annual inspections
Only an IA may perform annual inspections and approve major repairs and alterations for return to service under 14 CFR 65.95.
The scope and detail of an annual inspection is set out in:
Answer: 14 CFR Part 43 Appendix D
Part 43 Appendix D lists the items to be inspected for annual and 100-hour inspections.
An Inspection Authorization expires on:
Answer: March 31 of each odd-numbered year
Under 14 CFR 65.93 an IA expires March 31 of each odd-numbered year unless renewed.
A copy of FAA Form 337 must be forwarded to the FAA within how long of the aircraft being approved for return to service?
Answer: 48 hours
Part 43 Appendix B requires forwarding the form to the FAA within 48 hours.
If an aircraft is not airworthy after an annual inspection, the inspector must:
Answer: Give the owner a signed list of discrepancies per 14 CFR 43.11
Section 43.11 requires a written discrepancy list given to the owner, with a copy sent to the FAA if required.
An aircraft's annual inspection is due:
Answer: By the end of the 12th calendar month after the previous one
Annual currency runs through the last day of the 12th calendar month.
Which item is required in a maintenance record entry for an inspection under 14 CFR 43.11?
Answer: Type, extent, and date of inspection and total time in service
Entries must show type, extent, date, total time in service, and signer's certificate information.
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