Regulations & Compliance Procedures Flashcards
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When does an Inspection Authorization expire unless it is renewed?
Answer: March 31 of each odd-numbered year
Under 14 CFR 65.92, an IA expires on March 31 of each odd-numbered year.
Before applying for an IA, how long must an applicant have held both airframe and powerplant ratings?
Answer: At least 3 years
14 CFR 65.91 requires the mechanic certificate with both ratings to have been held for at least 3 years.
To qualify for an IA, an applicant must have been actively engaged in maintaining certificated aircraft for at least how long?
Answer: 2 years
14 CFR 65.91 requires at least 2 years of active maintenance experience.
Which person may perform a required 100-hour inspection and approve the aircraft for return to service?
Answer: A certificated A&P mechanic without an IA
14 CFR 65.85/65.87 and 91.409(b) allow an A&P mechanic to do a 100-hour inspection; an IA is needed only for annuals.
Where does an applicant submit the written application for an Inspection Authorization?
Answer: The FAA Flight Standards District Office
14 CFR 65.91 requires a written application to the local FAA Flight Standards District Office.
Which facility requirement must an IA applicant meet under 14 CFR 65.91?
Answer: An active fixed base of operation and the equipment, facilities, and inspection data needed to inspect aircraft
The applicant must have a fixed base of operation plus the equipment, facilities, and inspection data needed for the work.
Which of these satisfies an IA holder's renewal requirement under 14 CFR 65.93?
Answer: Passing an oral test given by an FAA inspector
Renewal can be shown by an oral test with an FAA inspector, among other methods such as refresher training or qualifying work activity.
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