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Where is the record of compliance with Airworthiness Directives or manufacturers' service bulletins normally indicated?
Where is the record of compliance with Airworthiness Directives or manufacturers' service bulletins normally indicated?
Aircraft maintenance records.
If work performed on an aircraft has been done satisfactorily, what does the signature of an authorized person on the maintenance records constitute?
If work performed on an aircraft has been done satisfactorily, what does the signature of an authorized person on the maintenance records constitute?
Approval for return to service only for the work performed.
During an annual inspection, what must the person disapproving do if a defect is found that makes the aircraft unairworthy?
During an annual inspection, what must the person disapproving do if a defect is found that makes the aircraft unairworthy?
Provide a written notice of the defect to the owner.
What is the means by which the FAA notifies aircraft owners and other interested persons of unsafe conditions?
What is the means by which the FAA notifies aircraft owners and other interested persons of unsafe conditions?
Which is an example of an appliance major repair?
Which is an example of an appliance major repair?
Where should you find the entry regarding the removal and repair of a right wing and buckled spar?
Where should you find the entry regarding the removal and repair of a right wing and buckled spar?
Which maintenance action is considered an airframe major repair?
Which maintenance action is considered an airframe major repair?
What is the best description of the replacement of several damaged heli-coils in a casting?
What is the best description of the replacement of several damaged heli-coils in a casting?
Which maintenance record entry best describes the action taken for a control cable showing approximately 20 percent wear?
Which maintenance record entry best describes the action taken for a control cable showing approximately 20 percent wear?
What is the best description of the action taken for a .125-inch deep dent in 1/2-inch aluminum alloy tubing?
What is the best description of the action taken for a .125-inch deep dent in 1/2-inch aluminum alloy tubing?
Which statement is true regarding the requirements for maintenance record format?
Which statement is true regarding the requirements for maintenance record format?
Where is the entry for a 100-hour inspection recorded if separate maintenance records for the airframe and powerplant are maintained?
Where is the entry for a 100-hour inspection recorded if separate maintenance records for the airframe and powerplant are maintained?
For aircraft operated under part 91, when is total aircraft time required to be recorded in maintenance records?
For aircraft operated under part 91, when is total aircraft time required to be recorded in maintenance records?
What is the difference between the record entry requirements for maintenance and inspections for aircraft operated under part 91?
What is the difference between the record entry requirements for maintenance and inspections for aircraft operated under part 91?
If more space is needed for a work description on FAA Form 337, what additional information should be included?
If more space is needed for a work description on FAA Form 337, what additional information should be included?
What type of statement must document the records of a product, part, or appliance installed on a type certificated product?
What type of statement must document the records of a product, part, or appliance installed on a type certificated product?
Which aircraft record entry best describes a repair of a dent in a tubular steel structure?
Which aircraft record entry best describes a repair of a dent in a tubular steel structure?
Who is responsible for making the entry in the maintenance records after an annual, 100-hour, or progressive inspection?
Who is responsible for making the entry in the maintenance records after an annual, 100-hour, or progressive inspection?
For aircraft operated under part 91, which records must be retained for at least one year?
For aircraft operated under part 91, which records must be retained for at least one year?
What does a certificated mechanic without an inspection authorization do when signing FAA Form 337?
What does a certificated mechanic without an inspection authorization do when signing FAA Form 337?
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Study Notes
Aircraft Maintenance Records
- Compliance with Airworthiness Directives or service bulletins is recorded in aircraft maintenance records.
- A signature by an authorized person in maintenance records indicates approval for return to service only for the specific work performed.
Defect Reporting
- During annual inspections, if an unairworthy defect is found, a written notice must be provided to the aircraft owner.
Airworthiness Directives
- The FAA uses Airworthiness Directives to notify aircraft owners of unsafe conditions and to prescribe conditions for continued operation.
Major Repairs
- An overhaul of a hydraulic pressure pump qualifies as a major repair for appliances.
- Airframe major repairs include the repair of skin sheet portions by adding seams.
FAA Form 337
- Specific maintenance actions, such as removing a right wing and repairing a spar, should be documented on FAA Form 337.
Maintenance Record Entries
- For replacing damaged heli-coils, an entry should detail the extraction process and installation of new inserts.
- If a control cable shows 20% wear on outer wires, the maintenance entry should state that repair is not necessary due to acceptable wear limits.
- A .125-inch deep dent in aluminum tubing should be documented as replaced with identical new tubing flared to 37 degrees.
Record Format Requirements
- There are no prescribed formats for maintenance records; any format ensuring continuity and inclusion of required information is acceptable.
Inspection Records
- Upon completing a 100-hour inspection, the entry must be recorded in the separate records for the airframe, powerplant(s), and propeller(s).
- For aircraft operating under part 91, total time is recorded in maintenance records only after satisfactory completion of inspections.
Work Description on FAA Form 337
- If additional space is needed for work descriptions on FAA Form 337, include aircraft nationality, registration mark, and the date of completion on attached sheets.
Installation Documentation
- When installing certified products or parts, it’s essential to document that they meet FAA airworthiness standards.
Responsibilities and Record Retention
- The person conducting the annual, 100-hour, or progressive inspection is responsible for making the entry in maintenance records.
- For part 91 operations, maintenance, alterations, preventive maintenance, and inspection records must be retained for at least one year, or until superseded.
Certifications
- A certificated mechanic without inspection authorization who signs FAA Form 337 is certifying compliance with the appropriate work standards.
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