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A&P GENERAL (ORAL QUESTIONS) EXAMWhat are your requirements as an aircraft mechanic when you have a change of
address? - Answers- You must notify the FAA in writing within 30 days of any change to
your permanent address.
Is a person with a private pilot's certificate allowed to perform maintenance and, if so,
what are his/her limitations? - Answers- A pilot may perform preventative maintenance
in accordance with FAR Part 43.3, 43.7 and appendix A on an airplane owned by the
pilot. He/she can also approve the aircraft for return to service following that
maintenance.
Reference: FAR part 43.
What should a mechanic do if his/her temporary certificate is about to expire? -
Answers- Contact the local FAA office and seek assistance.
Reference: FAR part 65
What is the duration of a temporary airman's certificate? - Answers- 120 days.
Reference: FAR part 65
If a mechanics certificate is revoked, how long must he/she wait before applying for a
new certificate? - Answers- One year unless the revocation order states otherwise.
Reference : FAR part 65
What is the duration of a mechanics certificate.? - Answers- The certificate is valid until
surrendered, suspended or revoked.
What are the privlidges of an A&P mechanic regarding inspections? - Answers- A
mechanic may perform and approve for return to service an airframe or engine following
a 100-hour inspection.
What authority does a mechanic have regarding approval for return to service? -
Answers- A mechanic may approve an aircraft, airframe, engine, propeller or appliance
for return to service in accordance with the provisions of FAR part 65.
What are the requirements for recent experience in order to exercise the privlidges of
mechanic's certificate or rating? - Answers- You must have worked as a mechanic or
technically supervised other mechanics for at least 6 months out of the past 24 months.
Is a mechanic allowed to repair or alter an aircraft instrument? - Answers- No.
Mechanics may not perform any repairs or alterations on instruments.
,What are the limitations to a mechanic's privlidges with regard to propellers? - Answers-
A mechanic may not perform or supervise major repairs to, or major alterations of
propellers.
Is a certificated airframe mechanic allowed to perform maintenance on engines? -
Answers- Not unless they are supervised by a certificated powerplant mechanic.
What types of work may a certificated mechanic perform? - Answers- A mechanic may
perform or supervise maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations.
What are the ratings issued under a mechanics certificate? - Answers- Airframe and
Powerplant
Where are the FARSs will you find the certification requirements for mechanics? -
Answers- FAR part 65
What publication should a mechanic consult to determine if a repair is considered major
or minor? - Answers- 14 CFR (FAR) Part 43, appendix A
May a mechanic supervise an inspection (or portion of an inspection) and then approve
the aircraft for return to service? - Answers- No.
The mechanic approving the aircraft for return to service must actually perform the
inspection.
When may a mechanic perform an annual inspection and return the aircraft to service? -
Answers- When the mechanic holds an Inspection Authorization.
In addition to performing maintenance, what other privileges are granted to a
powerplant mechanic? - Answers- A powerplant mechanic may perform a 100-hour on
an engine and approve the engine for return to service.
What are privlidges and limitations of an A&P mechanic regarding major repairs and
alterations to airframe and engines and their approval for return to service? - Answers-
A&p mechanics may perform major repairs and alterations but may not approve them
for return to service unless they hold an Inspection Authorization.
How can you determine that an aircraft part or appliance you receive is serviceable? -
Answers- By an approval for return to service in the maintenance record for the part or
appliance. With completed Form 337.
Reference : FAR - M
When performing an inspection required by FAR Part 91, what rotorcraft systems must
be inspected in accordance with the manufacturer's maintenance manual or instructions
for continued airworthiness? - Answers- The drive shafts or similar systems. The main
, rotor transmission gearbox for obvious defects. The main rotor and center section. The
auxiliary rotor on helicopters.
Reference : FAR - M
What is the difference between the terms "overhaul" and "rebuilding as they pertain to
aircraft engine maintenance records? - Answers- "Overhauled" engines must be tested
and approved or acceptable current standards and technical data. "Rebuilt" engines
must be tested to the same tolerance and limits as a new engine.
Reference : FAR - M
What persons are authorized to make the required maintenance entry approving the
return to service after a progressive inspection is performed at a location other than the
aircrafts home base? - Answers- An applicable certified mechanic. An appropriate rated
repair station. The aircraft manufacturer.
Reference : FAR - M
What are the penalties for making fraudulent or intentionally false entries in any required
record or report? - Answers- The applicable airmen certificate(s) can be suspended or
revoked.
Reference : FAR - M
How do the regulations define "time in service" in regards to maintenance record
entries? - Answers- With respect to maintenance entries, "time in service" begins with
the aircraft leaves the surface of the earth until it touches at the next point of landing.
Reference : FAR - M
Are there any circumstances when more than two copies of Form 337 are required, and
if so, when? - Answers- Yes.
Three copies are required when a fuel tank is installed in the passenger or baggage
compartment. The third copy must be kept aboard the aircraft.
Reference : FAR - M
Who has the authority to rebuild an aircraft engine and return the operating time to
zero? - Answers- Only the engine manufacturer or an overhaul facility approved by the
manufacturer.
Reference : FAR - M
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