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A-CHECK

consists of a visual examination of the airframe.

B-CHECK

involves inspection of airframe, engines & accessories, along with heavy lubrication.

D-CHECK

includes inspection of the cabin interior to allow detailed structural examination during heavy maintenance.

Scheduled Aircraft Inspection

It refers to any preventive maintenance done on the aircraft.

Corrective Maintenance

is used after equipment breakdown or malfunction.

Progressive Inspection

utilized when an airplane with a tight flight schedule cannot take long in the maintenance hangar.

troubleshoot?

is to analyze a malfunction.

Overhaul

means to disassemble, inspect, repair, and adjust equipment and check it.

Line Maintenance

is maintenance performed outside the hangar.

Service

means to perform functions that assure the continued operation of the aircraft.

Aircraft Maintenance

is the performance task required to ensure airworthiness.

Inspect

means to examine by sight or touch.

FAA

has the responsibility to promote safety.

Periodic Maintenance

is a strategy that requires maintenance tasks to be performed at specified intervals.

Annual Inspection

Inspection happens once every 12 months.

Aircraft Maintenance Crew

is considered the backbone of air travel.

Pre-Flight Check

is an aircraft inspection conducted before flight.

Post Flight Check

is an aircraft inspection performed after flight.

EASA

stands for European Aviation Safety Agency.

Repair

means to correct a defective condition.

Zero-Hour

refers to life limited hours for aircraft components.

ICAO

is a specialized agency of the United Nations.

Aircraft Maintenance

is crucial for ensuring safety and airworthiness; it is often underestimated.

Manufacturer of The Aircraft

usually publish procedures for repairs.

Safety Standard

implies that an aircraft cannot fly if it does not meet prescribed safety parameters.

Preventive Maintenance

is performed to ensure the aircraft is serviceable and in good working condition.

Airworthiness Directives

are regulatory notices sent out by the FAA.

Level 1

General Familiarization, Unlicensed

Level 3

Line Certifying staff a base maintenance can certify all work performed

Level 4

Base Maintenance Satisfying Staff, Category C

3C Check

May also be used as an opportunity for cabin upgrade