10.6 Flashcards by Ben Searles

What is the primary purpose of ASA Part 21?

A. Regulates aircraft flight operations
B. Defines pilot licensing standards
C. Regulates design, production, and airworthiness certification
D. Sets airport construction requirements

Answer: C. Regulates design, production, and airworthiness certification ✔

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What certificate is issued after an aircraft is successfully designed, built, and tested?

A. Certificate of Airworthiness
B. Air Operator Certificate
C. Type Certificate
D. Supplemental Type Certificate

Answer: C. Type Certificate ✔

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An aircraft cannot fly unless it bears:

A. A valid MEL
B. National registration markings
C. Manufacturer serial markings
D. ATC-approved route markings

Answer: B. National registration markings ✔

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What certificate proves an individual aircraft is safe for flight?

A. AOC
B. Type Certificate
C. Certificate of Airworthiness
D. Registration Certificate

Answer: C. Certificate of Airworthiness ✔

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What must an operator obtain before using an aircraft for transport operations?

A. Manufacturer’s approval
B. Air Operator Certificate (AOC)
C. Maintenance Licence
D. Production Certificate

Answer: B. Air Operator Certificate (AOC)

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Operators must have a reliability programme to:

A. Schedule pilot training
B. Test the adequacy of their maintenance schedule
C. Monitor airport safety
D. Record flight time

Answer: B. Test the adequacy of their maintenance schedule ✔

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21.A.3A requires certificate holders to maintain a system for:

A. Collecting aircraft fuel samples
B. Tracking passenger lists
C. Reporting failures, malfunctions, and defects
D. Managing pilot qualifications

Answer: C. Reporting failures, malfunctions, and defects ✔

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Reports of possible unsafe conditions must be sent to the CAA within:

A. 24 hours
B. 72 hours
C. 1 week
D. 5 days

Answer: B. 72 hours ✔

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If a reported issue is caused by a design or manufacturing deficiency, the certificate holder must:

A. Replace all affected parts immediately
B. Notify pilots
C. Investigate and report corrective actions to the CAA
D. Stop production permanently

Answer: C. Investigate and report corrective actions to the CAA ✔

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What is an airworthiness directive (AD)?

A. A suggestion by the CAA
B. A mandatory action to restore safety
C. A maintenance contract
D. A voluntary service bulletin

Answer: B. A mandatory action to restore safety ✔

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The CAA issues an AD when:

A. Airlines request it
B. A manufacturer requests it
C. An unsafe condition exists and may exist in other aircraft
D. Only when an aircraft crashes

Answer: C. An unsafe condition exists and may exist in other aircraft ✔

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When an AD is issued, the certificate holder must:

A. Ignore previous maintenance records
B. Propose corrective actions for CAA approval
C. Ground all aircraft
D. Suspend operations indefinitely

Answer: B. Propose corrective actions for CAA approval ✔

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An AD must include:

A. Aircraft paint requirements
B. Compliance time and identification of unsafe condition
C. Ticketing procedure
D. Cabin layout

Answer: B. Compliance time and identification of unsafe condition ✔

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What is an AMOC?

A. Alternate Manufacturer Operation Certificate
B. Alternative Method of Compliance
C. Advanced Maintenance Operations Code
D. Airworthiness Monitoring Oversight Checklist

Answer: B. Alternative Method of Compliance ✔

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AMOCs must demonstrate:

A. Reduced workload
B. Faster compliance
C. Equal level of safety compared to original AD
D. Cost efficiency

Answer: C. Equal level of safety compared to original AD ✔

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If an AD is superseded, its AMOCs become:

A. Automatically valid
B. Automatically invalid
C. No longer required
D. Optional

Answer: B. Automatically invalid ✔

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What is an SSAD?

A. Safety System Aircraft Directive
B. Secure Structural AD
C. Sensitive Security Airworthiness Directive
D. Standard Safety Advisory Document

Answer: C. Sensitive Security Airworthiness Directive ✔

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SSADs contain:

A. Airline commercial data
B. Security-sensitive airworthiness information
C. Passenger identity lists
D. Aircraft financial information

Answer: B. Security-sensitive airworthiness information ✔

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SSADs are distributed:

A. Publicly on all aviation websites
B. On a need-to-know basis
C. Only to passengers
D. Only to aircraft manufacturers

Answer: B. On a need-to-know basis ✔

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What does Subpart M of Part 21 cover?

A. Routine maintenance
B. Repairs
C. Pilot training
D. Airport certification

Answer: B. Repairs ✔

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What is NOT considered a repair under Subpart M?

A. Replacement of parts without design activity
B. Structural patching
C. Restoring airworthy condition
D. Damage removal requiring design approval

Answer: A. Replacement of parts without design activity ✔

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Standard repairs apply to aircraft such as:

A. Large transport jets over 100,000 kg
B. Aeroplanes ≤ 5,700 kg MTOM
C. Spacecraft
D. Military fighters

Answer: B. Aeroplanes ≤ 5,700 kg MTOM ✔

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A repair design must be classified as:

A. Low-risk or high-risk
B. Temporary or permanent
C. Major or minor
D. Basic or advanced

Answer: C. Major or minor ✔

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Repair parts must be produced by:

A. Any engineering shop
B. Approved production or maintenance organisations
C. Airlines only
D. Flight crew

Answer: B. Approved production or maintenance organisations ✔

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All repair design information must be: A. Permanently discarded after installation B. Held by the CAA only C. Retained by the repair design approval holder D. Sent to ICAO for archiving

Answer: C. Retained by the repair design approval holder ✔

What is Continuing Airworthiness primarily concerned with? A. Ensuring pilots remain medically fit B. All actions required to keep an aircraft airworthy throughout its life C. Monitoring airport infrastructure D. Recording passenger manifests

Answer: B. All actions required to keep an aircraft airworthy throughout its life ✔

Why does an aircraft require continuing airworthiness actions after entering service? A. Its design becomes invalid over time B. Regulations require constant upgrades C. Wear and deterioration degrade its airworthiness D. Operators must increase aircraft performance

Answer: C. Wear and deterioration degrade its airworthiness ✔

What is a key component of continuing airworthiness? A. Marketing and route planning B. Maintenance schedules and defect rectification C. Pilot rostering D. Passenger service improvements

Answer: B. Maintenance schedules and defect rectification ✔

Part-M Section A of Regulation (EU) No. 1321/2014 deals with: A. CAA oversight procedures B. Aircrew licensing C. Organisational actions to ensure continuing airworthiness D. Airport certification requirements

Answer: C. Organisational actions to ensure continuing airworthiness ✔

Which Part-M subparts are NO LONGER in use as of March 2022? A. A and B B. F and G C. H and I D. C and D

Answer: B. F and G ✔

What is the primary purpose of Part-M Subpart A (M.A.101)? A. To define aircraft performance requirements B. To establish measures ensuring aircraft airworthiness is maintained, including maintenance C. To regulate airport emergency services D. To set pilot licensing standards

Answer: B. To establish measures ensuring aircraft airworthiness is maintained, including maintenance ✔

Who is primarily responsible for the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft? A. The pilot-in-command B. The manufacturer C. The aircraft owner (or lessee, if applicable) D. The airport authority

Answer: C. The aircraft owner (or lessee, if applicable) ✔

Which of the following is not a requirement before an aircraft may fly? A. The aircraft must be maintained in an airworthy condition B. The airworthiness certificate must be valid C. All operational/emergency equipment must be serviceable or identified as unserviceable D. The aircraft must pass a flight test before every flight

Answer: D. The aircraft must pass a flight test before every flight ✔

When do the owner’s continuing airworthiness responsibilities transfer to the lessee? A. Only when approved by the CAA B. When stipulated on the registration document or in the leasing contract C. When the lessee performs maintenance D. Only for international flights

Answer: B. When stipulated on the registration document or in the leasing contract ✔

Who is responsible for ensuring the pre-flight inspection is satisfactorily completed? A. The state of registry B. The pilot-in-command (or the operator for licensed air carriers) C. The aircraft manufacturer D. The airport ground crew

Answer: B. The pilot-in-command (or the operator for licensed air carriers) ✔

How soon must an occurrence report be submitted to the authority after discovery of an un-airworthy condition? A. Within 24 hours B. Within 48 hours C. Within 72 hours D. Before the next maintenance check

Answer: C. Within 72 hours ✔

Which of the following is not part of ensuring aircraft continuing airworthiness and equipment serviceability? A. Completing pre-flight inspections B. Rectifying defects to an approved standard C. Ensuring compliance with the Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) D. Conducting a full flight test after every maintenance task

Answer: D. Conducting a full flight test after every maintenance task ✔

Which statement regarding the Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) is correct? A. The AMP only lists unscheduled maintenance tasks B. Every aircraft must be maintained in accordance with a CAA-approved AMP C. The AMP can only be approved directly by the CAA D. The AMP does not need to include compliance with ADs or SBs

Answer: B. Every aircraft must be maintained in accordance with a CAA-approved AMP ✔

What is the main purpose of a reliability programme within the AMP? A. To reduce aircraft downtime B. To monitor the effectiveness and adequacy of maintenance tasks C. To replace all overhaul tasks with condition monitoring D. To ensure all maintenance is outsourced to Part-145 organisations

Answer: B. To monitor the effectiveness and adequacy of maintenance tasks ✔

When must an Airworthiness Directive (AD) be complied with? A. At the next annual inspection B. Within the time limits specified in the AD C. Only when approved by the operator D. Only if the AD is recommended, not mandatory

Answer: B. Within the time limits specified in the AD ✔

How long must continuing airworthiness records (such as CRS and detailed maintenance records) be retained? A. At least 6 months B. Until the next scheduled maintenance C. A period not shorter than 36 months D. Until the aircraft is sold

Answer: C. A period not shorter than 36 months ✔

What is considered applicable maintenance data under M.A.401? A. Only data issued by the aircraft manufacturer B. Any maintenance data found online C. Airworthiness directives, CAA requirements, ICA from TC/STC holders, and data per 145.A.45(d) D. Only the aircraft’s maintenance manual

Answer: C. Airworthiness directives, CAA requirements, ICA from TC/STC holders, and data per 145.A.45(d) ✔

A person or organisation performing maintenance must ensure that maintenance data is: A. Interpreted freely as long as intent is maintained B. Current and readily available C. Only used for major repairs D. Used only by certifying staff

Answer: B. Current and readily available ✔

Which of the following is required when performing maintenance under M.A.402? A. Maintenance may be carried out without environmental controls B. Tools and equipment do not need calibration C. The area must be well organised and clean D. Error-capturing methods are optional

Answer: C. The area must be well organised and clean ✔

What must be done with any defect that hazards the safe operation of the aircraft? A. Recorded but not necessarily repaired B. Deferred automatically C. Rectified before further flight or deferred per the MEL D. Repaired only during the next scheduled check

Answer: C. Rectified before further flight or deferred per the MEL ✔

Which statement about deferred defects is correct? A. The original defect date may be changed for clarity B. Deferred defects must be communicated to the pilot/flight crew whenever possible C. Deferred defects never need to be transferred to worksheets D. Parts for defect rectification do not need priority handling

Answer: B. Deferred defects must be communicated to the pilot/flight crew whenever possible ✔

Which of the following is a valid component category under M.A.501? A. Components acceptable if they "appear fit for use" B. Components with no traceability requirements C. Satisfactory condition, released on a CAA Form 1 D. Components repaired by unapproved organisations

Answer: C. Satisfactory condition, released on a CAA Form 1 ✔

Who may perform component maintenance according to M.A.502? A. Only the aircraft owner B. Only the pilot-in-command C. Part-145, Part-CAO, or Subpart F approved organisations D. Any organisation as long as records are kept

Answer: C. Part-145, Part-CAO, or Subpart F approved organisations ✔

What must be done with unserviceable or life-limited components? A. They may be installed if approved by the pilot B. They must be segregated from serviceable components C. They may re-enter the supply chain without restriction D. They can remain in service until the next maintenance check

Answer: B. They must be segregated from serviceable components ✔

What does Subpart F regulate? A. Maintenance of all commercial air transport aircraft B. Maintenance of aircraft other than complex motor-powered aircraft not used by licensed air carriers C. Certification of pilots and flight crew D. Airworthiness review issuance for all aircraft types

Answer: B. Maintenance of aircraft other than complex motor-powered aircraft not used by licensed air carriers ✔

What must an organisation do before exercising maintenance activities under Subpart F? A. Obtain approval from the manufacturer B. Be approved by the CAA and have its scope defined in the maintenance organisation manual C. Only register with ICAO D. Use subcontracted maintenance staff exclusively

Answer: B. Be approved by the CAA and have its scope defined in the maintenance organisation manual ✔

Which of the following is required in a maintenance organisation manual? A. Only a list of certifying staff B. Flight planning procedures C. Statement by the accountable manager confirming compliance with Part-M/Part-ML D. Aircraft operational limitations

Answer: C. Statement by the accountable manager confirming compliance with Part-M/Part-ML ✔

Who must the organisation appoint according to M.A.606? A. Only a chief inspector B. An accountable manager with corporate authority C. A licensed dispatcher D. The aircraft owner as maintenance manager

Answer: B. An accountable manager with corporate authority ✔

What must an approved maintenance organisation demonstrate regarding tools and equipment? A. That all tools are newly manufactured B. That tools are calibrated only when damaged C. That it holds required tools or has access to them and keeps calibration records D. That all tools are provided by the customer

Answer: C. That it holds required tools or has access to them and keeps calibration records ✔

What authorises a component to be installed on an aircraft? A. A verbal confirmation from certifying staff B. A valid CAA Form 1 (Component CRS) C. A logbook annotation by the pilot D. Approval from the aircraft owner only

Answer: B. A valid CAA Form 1 (Component CRS) ✔

What distinguishes a Level 1 finding from a Level 2 finding? A. Level 1 findings relate only to tools; Level 2 relate to personnel B. Level 1 may endanger safety, Level 2 always endangers safety C. Level 1 seriously endangers flight safety, Level 2 may endanger flight safety D. Level 1 is administrative only, Level 2 is operational only

Answer: C. Level 1 seriously endangers flight safety, Level 2 may endanger flight safety ✔

What is the primary purpose of Subpart G? A. To define flight crew licensing requirements B. To set rules for aircraft manufacturing C. To establish requirements for organisations managing continuing airworthiness D. To regulate aircraft noise compliance

Answer: C. To establish requirements for organisations managing continuing airworthiness ✔

Which of the following must be included in a Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition (CAME)? A. Only the list of aircraft types managed B. A statement from the accountable manager ensuring compliance with Part-M/ML C. A list of all flight crew D. Airport emergency procedures

Answer: B. A statement from the accountable manager ensuring compliance with Part-M/ML ✔

Who is responsible for ensuring sufficient qualified staff and supervision of airworthiness activities? A. Aircraft owner B. Nominated post-holder C. CAA inspector D. Quality manager

Answer: B. Nominated post-holder ✔

For aircraft above 2,730 kg MTOM or used by licensed air carriers, what is the minimum experience required for airworthiness review staff holding a Part-66 licence? A. 2 years B. 3 years C. 5 years D. 10 years

Answer: C. 5 years ✔

Which of the following is a CAMO responsibility? A. Conducting pilot proficiency checks B. Ensuring all Airworthiness Directives (ADs) are carried out C. Issuing CAA Form 1 for components D. Approving airport maintenance facilities

Answer: B. Ensuring all Airworthiness Directives (ADs) are carried out ✔

What is the purpose of the quality system in a CAMO? A. To track pilot flying hours B. To monitor compliance with procedures and contracted maintenance C. To schedule aircraft refuelling D. To approve aircraft modifications

Answer: B. To monitor compliance with procedures and contracted maintenance ✔

When may an aircraft be released to service? A. After most maintenance tasks are completed B. Only when a Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) has been issued C. Only when approved by the pilot D. Only after CAA inspection

Answer: B. Only when a Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) has been issued ✔

Who normally issues the CRS for maintenance not performed by a Part-145 organisation? A. Flight crew B. Any licensed pilot C. Authorised certifying staff of a Subpart F or Part-CAO organisation D. CAA inspectors only

Answer: C. Authorised certifying staff of a Subpart F or Part-CAO organisation ✔

Independent certifying staff must comply with which requirement? A. A flight operations licence B. Annex III (Part-66) or applicable national requirements C. A Part-145 organisation contract D. No licence is required

Answer: B. Annex III (Part-66) or applicable national requirements ✔

In an unforeseen situation with no approved organisation or independent certifying staff available, who may the owner authorise to issue a temporary CRS? A. Any pilot B. Any person with at least 3 years’ appropriate maintenance experience and an ICAO-compliant licence C. Airport management personnel D. Any mechanic regardless of experience

Answer: B. Any person with at least 3 years’ appropriate maintenance experience and an ICAO-compliant licence ✔

What document constitutes the Certificate of Release to Service for components? A. Technical log entry B. Pilot-owner maintenance record C. Work order signed by the technician D. CAA Form 1

Answer: D. CAA Form 1 ✔

How long is an airworthiness review certificate valid after a satisfactory review? A. 6 months B. 1 year C. 18 months D. 2 years

Answer: B. 1 year ✔

Which condition is required for an aircraft to be considered in a “controlled environment”? A. It has remained with the same pilot for 12 months B. It has had its airworthiness managed by a single CAMO/CAO for the past 12 months C. It has only been maintained by the owner D. It has no outstanding defects

Answer: B. It has had its airworthiness managed by a single CAMO/CAO for the past 12 months ✔

Under what condition may a CAMO/CAO extend an Airworthiness Review Certificate twice (one year each time)? A. When the aircraft has flown less than 100 hours B. When the aircraft remains in a controlled environment C. Only when authorised by the aircraft owner D. Only for aircraft under 1,200 kg MTOM

Answer: B. When the aircraft remains in a controlled environment ✔

In which situation must the CAA conduct the airworthiness review and issue the certificate itself? A. When the aircraft is privately owned B. When any scheduled maintenance is due C. When there is a potential risk to aviation safety D. When the aircraft is older than 10 years

Answer: C. When there is a potential risk to aviation safety ✔

Which of the following requires grounding of the aircraft? A. Minor paint defects B. Airworthiness review within 60 days C. Aircraft not conforming to its approved type design D. Aircraft operated by multiple pilots

Answer: C. Aircraft not conforming to its approved type design ✔

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