Aircraft Maintenance & Service

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When should a certificate of return to service be issued?

  • Before flight, after completing maintenance scheduled by the operator's approved aircraft maintenance program.
  • Before flight, with open defects not within the operator's Minimum Equipment List.
  • After any maintenance on an aircraft component off the aircraft, according to the approved maintenance capability.
  • All of the above. (correct)

What is the minimum rest period required prior to performing maintenance functions on an aircraft?

  • Sixteen (16) hours
  • Ten (10) hours
  • Eight (8) hours (correct)
  • Twelve (12) hours

What is the maximum number of consecutive duty hours allowed for a person performing aircraft maintenance?

  • Eight (8) hours
  • Sixteen (16) hours
  • Ten (10) hours
  • Twelve (12) hours (correct)

Following unscheduled duty periods, what is the mandatory rest period for aircraft maintenance personnel?

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How many consecutive hours must a person performing maintenance functions be relieved from all duties during any seven-day period?

<p>Twenty-four (24) hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to take Fuel Tank Safety Phase 1, Phase 2, and continuation training?

<p>Personnel who issue release to service after maintenance of aircraft and fuel system components (B), Aircraft inspectors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For EWIS (Electrical Wiring Interconnection System) initial training, which target group includes personnel who perform wiring system inspection?

<p>Target Group 2 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the prerequisites for an assessor authorization?

<p>Completed Level 3 aircraft type training and currently authorized as CS with RTS authorization or team leader with RTS support staff authorization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of program assesses personnel for qualification and competence for a full-fledged Aircraft Inspector and Mechanic A/Level 2 position?

<p>Qualification Assessment Board (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes parts that are too expensive to repair/overhaul relative to their replacement cost?

<p>Beyond Economical Repair (BER) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section in FAR Part 145 allows a certificated repair station to temporarily transport materials, equipment, and personnel to perform maintenance at a location other than its fixed location?

<p>145.203 Work performed at another location (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the scope of approval/work cited?

<p>Approval Certificates , and AMO and Repair Station Manuals/Aviation Authority Supplements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of authorization certifies that an authorized person is thoroughly familiar with inspection methods and has determined the airworthiness of an item?

<p>Inspection Authorization (IA) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Avionics Extension Authorization is limited to which type of operation?

<p>Line Maintenance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Certificate of Return to Service

Issued before flight after maintenance, for open defects outside the Minimum Equipment List, or after component maintenance.

Minimum Rest Period for Maintenance

A person must have a minimum 12-hour rest period before performing maintenance functions on aircraft.

Maximum Consecutive Maintenance Duty Hours

No person may schedule another for more than 12 consecutive hours of aircraft maintenance duty.

Rest Period After Unscheduled Duty

Following unscheduled duty, a mandatory rest period of 12 hours is required.

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Mandatory Weekly Rest Period

LTP shall relieve maintenance personnel from all duties for 24 consecutive hours during any seven-day period.

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Who Requires Fuel Tank Safety Training?

Personnel who issue release to service after maintenance on aircraft and fuel system components

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EWIS Initial Training Target Group for Inspectors

Target group 4 are personnel who perform wiring system inspection.

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Prerequisites for Assessor Authorization

At least Level 2 mechanic or full-fledged aircraft inspector; completed Level 3 on type, authorized CS with RTS or Team Leader with RTS support.

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Competency Assessment

This program assesses personnel for qualification and competence for full-fledge Aircraft Inspector and mechanic A/Level 2 position; their corresponding duties and responsibilities as certifying staff or authorized personnel.

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Beyond Economical Repair (BER)

Parts that, if repaired/overhauled, would exceed the replacement cost.

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FAR Part 145 Section for Temporary Work Locations

145.203 Work performed at another location.

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Where is Scope of Work Cited?

Approval Certificates, and AMO and Repair Station Manuals/Aviation Authority Supplements

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Authorization for Inspection Quality/Airworthiness

Required Inspection Item Authorization (RII)

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Avionics Extension Authorization Limitation

The avionics extension authorization is limited to line maintenance only.

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Study Notes

Certificate of Return to Service

  • A certificate of return to service must be issued before flight after completing any maintenance package scheduled by the operator's approved aircraft maintenance program, whether base or line maintenance.
  • A certificate of return to service must be issued before flight, even with remaining open defects that are not within the operator's minimum equipment list.
  • A certificate of return to service must be issued after completing maintenance on an aircraft component off the aircraft, following approved maintenance capabilities.

Maintenance Personnel Rest Requirements

  • Personnel must have a minimum rest period of 12 hours before performing aircraft maintenance functions.
  • Personnel performing aircraft maintenance functions cannot be scheduled for more than 12 consecutive hours of duty.
  • Following unscheduled duty periods, maintenance personnel must have a mandatory rest period of 12 hours.
  • The LTP must relieve maintenance personnel from all duties for 24 consecutive hours during any seven consecutive day period.

Fuel Tank Safety Training

  • Fuel Tank Safety Phase 1, Phase 2, and continuation training is required for:
    • Quality assurance personnel/auditors
    • Aircraft inspectors
    • Personnel who issue release to service after maintenance of aircraft and fuel system components
    • President/accountable manager

EWIS Initial Training

  • Personnel who perform wiring system inspections fall under Target Group 4 for EWIS initial training.

Assessor Authorization Prerequisites

  • To become an assessor, one must:
    • Be at least a Level 2 mechanic or a full-fledged aircraft inspector
    • Have completed Level 3 aircraft type training
    • Be currently authorized as CS with RTS authorization or a team leader with RTS support staff authorization

Competency Assessment Program

  • It assesses personnel for qualification and competence as full-fledged aircraft inspectors and mechanics (Level 2).
  • It also covers their duties and responsibilities as certifying staff or authorized personnel.

Beyond Economical Repair (BER)

  • This refers to parts that, when considering repair/overhaul costs and related expenses, exceed the company's defined limits for replacement acquisition cost.

FAR Part 145 and Work Away From Station

  • FAR Part 145, section 145.203, allows a certificated repair station to temporarily transport materials, equipment, and personnel to perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, or certain specialized services on an article for which it is rated, to a location other than the repair station’s fixed location.

Scope of Approval/Work Location

  • The scope of approval/work is cited on approval certificates and AMO and repair station manuals/aviation authority supplements.

Required Inspection Item Authorization (RII)

  • This authorization certifies that a person is thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, and equipment of their specialty.
  • It also confirms they have determined the quality or airworthiness of an item undergoing maintenance or alteration.

Avionics Extension Authorization

  • Avionics extension authorization is limited to line maintenance operations only.

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