Federal Aviation Regulation (Oral Study Guide)

These flashcards cover essential terms and definitions related to Federal Aviation Regulations, focusing on aircraft inspection and maintenance requirements.

100-hour inspection

An inspection that must be documented in maintenance records including details such as the type, extent, date, aircraft total time in service, and approval signature.

Airworthiness Directive (AD)

A notification issued by the FAA that identifies a condition affecting the airworthiness of an aircraft, requiring compliance.

FAA Form 337

A form that must be completed for major repairs to aircraft structures, considered a formal record of the repair.

Inspection Authorization

A certification that allows A&P mechanics to perform annual inspections on aircraft.

Progressive inspection

An inspection schedule approved by the FAA that allows for inspections to be performed over time, minimizing aircraft downtime.

Advisory Circular

A publication released by the FAA for informational purposes, not legally binding.

Type Certificate Data Sheets

Documents that include specifications and the approved engines for a specific FAA-certificated airplane.

Service bulletins

Publications issued by the manufacturer of an aircraft or engine to inform mechanics about changes affecting safety and performance.

Temporary mechanic certificate

A certificate issued to mechanics that is valid for 120 days.

14 CFR Part 43, Appendix D

A section of the regulations that lists items to be inspected during a 100-hour inspection.

Mechanic certificate

A certification issued to individuals permitting them to perform maintenance on aircraft, with specific ratings for airframe and powerplant.

Major airframe repairs

Significant modifications or repairs to the structure of an airplane, governed by FAA regulations.

Airframe rating

A specific certification a mechanic can hold, allowing them to work on the aircraft's structure.

Powerplant rating

A specific certification a mechanic can hold, allowing them to work on aircraft engines.

Annual inspection

A comprehensive inspection performed at least once a year as mandated by FAA regulations.

Compliance record for Airworthiness Directive

A detailed entry required in maintenance records indicating the method and date of compliance with an AD.

Recency of experience requirement

The requirement that a mechanic must have used their certification technically or in supervision for at least six months out of the past 24 months.

Minor repair

A repair that does not significantly alter the structure or performance of an aircraft.

Certificated Repair Station

A facility approved by the FAA to perform maintenance or modifications to aircraft.

Responsibilities of aircraft owner

The duty of the registered owner or operator to keep all aircraft maintenance records current.

CFR Part 25

Regulations regarding airworthiness standards for transport category aircraft.

CFR Part 27

Regulations regarding airworthiness standards for normal category rotorcraft.