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What are Airworthiness Directives (AD's)?
What are Airworthiness Directives (AD's)?
- Voluntary updates on aircraft maintenance
- Mandatory changes for specific aircraft (correct)
- Optional safety recommendations for aircraft owners
- Guidelines for pilot training requirements
Who is responsible for being aware of and complying with Airworthiness Directives?
Who is responsible for being aware of and complying with Airworthiness Directives?
- The registered owner of the aircraft (correct)
- The aircraft manufacturers
- The FAA officials
- The pilots operating the aircraft
How does the FAA communicate Airworthiness Directives to aircraft owners?
How does the FAA communicate Airworthiness Directives to aircraft owners?
- By publishing them in aviation magazines
- By sending them to the latest registered owner and subscribers (correct)
- By posting them on the FAA website only
- By announcing them at aviation conventions
What is a time limit associated with an AD?
What is a time limit associated with an AD?
What happens if an aircraft owner does not comply with an Airworthiness Directive?
What happens if an aircraft owner does not comply with an Airworthiness Directive?
Study Notes
Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
- ADs are published by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and apply to specific aircraft models.
- Compliance with ADs is mandatory and must occur within a set time frame established by the FAA.
- Upon issuance, ADs are sent to the most recent registered owner of the affected aircraft as well as subscribers to the FAA's service.
- The registered owner is entirely responsible for being informed about and complying with airworthiness directives to ensure aircraft safety.
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This quiz covers the essential information about Airworthiness Directives (ADs) published by the FAA. Learn about the significance of compliance, the process of notification to aircraft owners, and the responsibilities entailed in adhering to these directives. Test your understanding of mandatory changes to ensure aircraft safety.
