IA Privileges, Limitations & Renewal Requirements Flashcards

Which FAA office issues an Inspection Authorization?

Answer: Flight Standards District Office (FSDO)

Inspection Authorizations are issued by the local Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) upon successful application.

What document must an IA holder present upon request by the FAA or an aircraft owner?

Answer: The IA certificate and the A&P certificate

An IA holder must present both their mechanic certificate and the Inspection Authorization upon request.

An Inspection Authorization can be suspended or revoked by the FAA for what reason?

Answer: For any unsafe practice, incompetence, or fraud related to aviation duties

Under 14 CFR 65.13, any certificate including an IA can be suspended or revoked for unsafe practices, incompetence, or fraud.

To qualify for an IA, the applicant must have performed at least how many hours of maintenance work on aircraft during the preceding 2-year period?

Answer: 1,000 hours

14 CFR 65.91 requires the applicant to have worked as a certificated mechanic for at least 1,000 hours during the preceding 2 years.

Which of the following renewal methods under 14 CFR 65.93 involves attending an approved training course?

Answer: Attending and successfully completing an IA refresher course accepted by the FAA

Attending and passing an IA refresher course that meets FAA standards is an accepted renewal method under 14 CFR 65.93.

If an IA holder moves to a new location, what must they do regarding their authorization?

Answer: Notify the new local FSDO and update their address of record

The IA holder must notify the appropriate FSDO of any change in their fixed base of operations or address to keep records current.