2022 FAA General Written Test

Which government agency regulates policy regarding workplace safety in aviation facilities?

OSHA

What sound level becomes dangerous and requires the use of hearing protection?

100db

A person should approach or leave a helicopter in the pilots field of vision whenever the engine is running in order to avoid

-the main rotor

-the tail rotor

-blowing dust or debris

The tail rotor

which of the following conditions are required for fire?

-Heat, oxygen, fuel

-Heat, friction, carbon dioxide

-Fuel, combustion, heat

Heat, oxygen, fuel

A class B fire involves?

-Petroleum

-Electrical

-Wood, paper

Petroleum

Which is the best for extinguishing a carburetor or intake fire?

-Dry chemical

-A fine water mist

-Carbon dioxide

Carbon Dioxide

Never use co2 type fire extinguishers on burning metal because?

-toxic fumes

-can cause explosive conditions in the metal

-is generally ineffective

explosive conditions

The principle drawback of Halon 104, 1001, and 1202 type fire extinguishers is that they:

-must be stored in high pressure cylinders

-are extremely toxic

-are ineffective against electrical fires

extremely toxic

What class of fire involves the combustion of metallic material such as Magnesium?

Class D

A fire extinguisher marked with a white C in a blue circle is best suited for

electrical fires

which statements are true regarding the tiedown of aircraft?

1.Manila (hemp) rope has a tendency to stretch when it gets wet.

2.Nylon or Dacron rope is preferred to manila rope.

3. The aircraft should be headed down wind in order to minimize wing lift.

4.Leave the nose wheel or tail wheel unlocked

Nylon or Dacron rope is preferred to manila rope

When tying down an aircraft outside, whenever possible it should be positioned with the

-nose into the wind

-tail into the wind

-anticipated upwind aileron into the wind and positioned downwards

nose into the wind

When tying down a seaplane in strong winds, the practice of flooding the floats

-is acceptable

-is unacceptable

-should only be done on the anticipated upwind float

is acceptable

If a radial engine has been shut down for more than 30 minutes, the propeller should be rotated through at least to resolutions to

-check for leaks

-check for hydraulic lock

-prime the engine

check for hydraulic lock

The priming of a fuel injected horizontally opposed engine is accomplished by placing the fuel lever in the

-IDLE-CUTOFF position

-AUTO-RICH position

-FULL-RICH position

IDLE-CUTOFF

When starting and ground operating an aircrafts engine, the aircraft should be positioned to head into the wind primarily

-to aid in engine cooling

-to help cancel out engine torque effect

-achieving maximum airflow into the induction system

to aid in engine cooling

How is a flooded engine, equipped with a float-type carburetor, cleared of excessive fuel?

-crank engine, mixture idle cutoff, ignition off, throttle wide open

-turn off fuel and ignition, discontinue starting attempt until fuel has been cleared

-crank engine, mixture idle cutoff, ignition on, throttle wide open

crank engine, mixture idle cutoff, ignition OFF, throttle wide open

Generally, when an induction fire occurs during starting of a reciprocating engine the first course of action should be

-direct carbon dioxide into the air intake

-continue cranking

-close the throttle

continue cranking

When approaching the front of an idling jet engine, the hazard area extends forward of the engine

-10 feet

-15 feet

-25 feet

25 feet

When starting a turbofan engine with the aircrafts onboard APU at what minimum rpm should the APU be turning in order to successfully start the engine?

-75% max rpm

-100% max rpm

-any rpm equal to or greater than the engines self-sustain speed

any rpm equal to or greater than the engines self-sustain speed

During starting of a turbojet engine powerplant using a compressed air starter, a hot start occurrence was recorded. what happened?

-pneumatic starter disengaged too early

-the powerplant was preheated before starting

-the fuel/air mixture was excessively rich

The fuel air mixture was excessively rich

An overly rich mixture when starting a turbine engine will cause a

hot start

Which of the following is a typical cause of a hung start on a turbofan engine?

-malfunction in ignition system

-starter cutting off too soon

-excessively rich mixture

starter cutting off too soon

during starting of a turbine engine using a compressed air starter, a hung start occurred. select the proper procedure:

-Advance the power lever to increase rpm

-re-engage the starter

-Shut down the engine

Shut the engine down

The most important condition to be monitored during start after fuel flow begins in a turbine engine is the

-RPM

-EGT, TIT, or ITT

-oil pressure

EGT, TIT, or ITT

Which statement(s) below reflect(s) the typical requirement(s) when towing some aircraft?

-Discharge all hydraulic pressure

-tailwheel aircraft should be towed backwards

-if the aircraft has a steerable nose wheel, the torque-link lock should be set to full swivel

Torque-link locks should be set to full swivel

When towing a large aircraft, when crossing a runway or taxiway,

-a person should be in the cockpit to watch for obstructions

-persons should be stationed at the nose, each wingtip, and the empennage

-a person should be in the cockpit to operate the brakes

a person should be on the cockpit to operate the brakes

When taxing (or towing) an aircraft, a flashing red light from the control tower means

move clear of the runway/taxiway immediately

When taxing or towing an aircraft, a flashing white light from the control tower means

return to your starting point

When taxing or towing an aircraft, an alternating red and green light from the control tower means

OK to proceed but exercise extreme caution

When refilling an aircraft with nitrogen, the system you are typically servicing is

-landing gear

-engine boost pumps

-cabin climate control systems

landing gear

What is a typical use for a ground support air cart

starting engines

What effect, if any, will AvGas mixed with jet fuel have on a turbine engine?

The tetraethyl lead in the gasoline forms deposits on the turbine blades

Federal Specification "BB-0-925A Grade A" refers to the acceptability of

Aviators breathing oxygen

What color fuel would you expect to find in a modern single engine piston powered airplane

Blue

Which type of jet fuel is a blend of kerosene and AvGas?

Jet B

What information is generally contained in Aircraft Specifications or TCDS

control surface movements

If during a scheduled inspection, a defect was found which makes the aircraft unairworthy; to whom must this defect be reported

The aircraft owner

Upon inspection of an aircraft, it appears to you that the registration number which is visible on the airframe may not be of legal size or placement. Which regulation section would you review to confirm this?

CFR Part 45

For which of the following are type certificate data sheets issued for?

Engines, propellers, airframes

Which regulation provides the airworthiness standards from an airplane certified in the normal category?

14 CFR Part 23

Which of the following are included in the regulatory definitions of "maintenance"?

Overhaul, repair, parts replacement, preservation, and inspection

A Technical Standard Order (TSO) is issued by whom?

The FAA administrator

Which regulatory document(s) describes the standard for maintaining civilian aircraft in the United States?

FAR Part 43

Each of the following must be displayed on a fireproof data plate attached to all US aircraft except

owners contact information

For aircraft operated under part 91, what difference is there, if any, between the record entry requirements for maintenance and the record entry requirements for inspections?

Aircraft total time is required to be included only in the inspection entry

For aircraft operated under part 91, when is aircraft total time required to be recorded in the maintenance records?

After satisfactorily completing inspections

According to regulations, what determines whether an aircraft is considered "Large" or "Small"

Small= max certified takeoff weight < 12,500lbs

Large= max certified takeoff weight >12,500lbs

For how long must a part 145 repair station keep records of maintenance activity?

minimum of 2 years

Which type of FAA designated inspector may conduct maintenance or manufacturing inspections only at the place of their regular employment?

DMIR

A certificated mechanic without an inspection authorization who signs the appropriate block on FAA Form 337 is doing what?

stating that he/she is the person who has performed the work

In order to reconstruct lost or destroyed aircraft mainenance records, what is it necessary to establish?

total time in service of the aircraft

If a required repair to an aircraft does not have previously approved FAA data, how should the repair be approved?

An FAA field approval must be requested

When work is performed on an aircraft that necessitates the use of FAA Form 337, who should prepare the form?

The person who performs or supervises the work

What is/are the appropriate action(s) concerning minor repairs performed on a certified aircraft

Entries must be made in the aircraft's maintenance records

After an A&P rated mechanic completes a 100 hour

inspection, what is required before the aircraft is returned

to service?

An operation check of the engine

When a discrepancy list is provided to an aircraft owner or operator after an inspection is completed, it says in effect that?

except for these discrepancies, the item inspected is airworthy

Which of the following are authorized to sign a return to service document following maintenance on an aircraft?

-A&P

-Holder of an Inspection Authorization

-The aircraft manufacturer

all 3

Which of the below is an appliance major repair?

-overhaul of a hydraulic pressure pump

-repairs to a propeller governor or its control

-troubleshooting and repairing a broken circuit in the landing lights

Overhaul of a hydraulic pressure pump

When an aircraft is sold domestically, the Airworthiness Certificate

is transferred with the aircraft at the time of sale

Which of the following is an example of a major repair performed on an airframe?

-upkeep and preservation...

-restoration of the airframe to a condition for safe operation after damage or deterioration

-simple or minor preservation...

restoration of the airframe

The replacement of fabric on fabric-covered parts such as wings, fuselaghes, stabilaizers, or control surfaces is cosidred to be a

major repair even though no other alteration or repair is performed

Which is classified as a major repair?

splicing of skin sheets

Each person performing an annual or 100 hour inspection shall use a checklist that contains at least those items in the appendix of

14 CFR Part 43

An A&P mechanic services an aircraft by changingits tires, replacing the brake pads, and bleeding the brake system. How is this work recorded and the aircraft returned to service?

An entry is made in the aircraft's maintenance log

After making a repair to an aircraft engine that is to be returned to service, an FAA Form 337 is prepared. How many copies are required and what is the disposition of the completed forms?

Two, one for thew owner and one for the FAA

Which minimum license is required to perform a 100 hour inspection and authorize that aircraft for return to service?

A&P license

A regular 100 hour inspection is performed on an aircraft which is partially used for hire and on which the hobbs meter reads 1407 hours. When is the next 100 hour inspection due?

1500 hours

What is the regulatory definition of "preventative maintenance"?

Simple or minor preservation operations and the replacement of small standard parts not involving complex assembly operations

How often must an altimeter static system or altitude encodiung transponder be inspected by a properly rated inspector?

Every 24 months and anytime the static system is opened and closed

For aircraft operated under part 91, which of the following records must be retained and transferred with the aircraft when it is sold?

Records of the current status of applicable ADs, and date and time when recurring ADs are next due

How long are AD compliance records to be kept?

They shall be retained and transferred with the aircraft when it is sold

When inspecting an aircraft you suspect an unapproved part has been installed at a prior time, you should

contact your supervisor

Civilian Aviation Regulations (CARs) are referred to when

inspecting or repairing aircraft which enteredservice prior to the 1960s

Which of these publications contains standards for protrusion of bolts, studs, and screws through self-locking nuts?

AC 43.13-1B

If an AD is issued without an NPRM, typically when is compliance required?

prior to the next flight

ADs are issued primarily to

correct an unsafe condition

When is a mechanic responsible for checking AD compliance?

When performing an inspection required under part 91, 125, 135

In order to replace a critical component of an older aircraft with a modern component of superior quality, which is the minimum required?

Supplemental Type Certificate

An aircraft has a total time in service of 468 hours. The Airworthiness Directive given was initially complied with at 454 hours in service. How many additional hours in service may be accumulated before the Airworthiness Directive must again be complied with?

186

Which is true regarding the statements below:

1. Manufactureers data and FAA publications such as ADs, TCDSs, and advisory circulars are all approved data

2. FAA publications such as technical standard orders (TSOs), ADs, TCDSs, aircraft specifications and STCs are all aproved data

2

What FAA-approved document gives the leveling means to be used when weighing an aircraft?

TCDS

Which is true regarding the statements below:

1. An STC may be issued to more than one applicant for the same design change, providing each applicant shows compliance with the applicable airworthiness requirement

2. An installation of an item manufactured in accordance with the technical standard order (TSO) system requires no further approval for installation in a particular aircraft

1

Aviation Maintenance Alerts (formerly General Aviation Airworthiness Alerts) do what?

Provide information about aircraft problems and suggested corrective actions

A TCDS specifies?

Make and model engine allowed

Where would you find information regarding the overhaul schedule for a propeller?

Manufacturers' maintenance manual

Placards required on an aircraft are specified in

Aircraft Specifications or TCDS

Regarding the statements below:

1.The FARs require approval after compliance with the data of a supplimental type certificate

2.An installation of an item manufactured in accordance with the TSO system requires no further approval for installation in a particular aircraft

only 1 is true

The Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Specification No. 100

(1) establishes a standard for the presentation of technical data in maintenance manuals.

(2) divides the aircraft into numbered systems and subsystems in order to simplify locating maintenance instructions.

Regarding the above statements,

both are true

In which of the following cases would a Special Airworthiness Certificate be issued, rather than a standard one?

For Light Sport Aircraft (LSA)

Which statement is true regarding the use of a FAA form 337

FAA form 337 is not authorized for use with other than U.S. registered aircraft

Where should you find this entry: "Removed right wing from aircraft and removed skin from outer 6 feet. Repaired buckled spar 49 inches from tip in accordance with figure 8 in the manufacturers structural repair manual no. 28-1"

FAA form 337

If more space is needed for a work description entered on FAA for 337, what information should be included on the attached sheet(s), in addition to the rest of the work description?

Aircraft nationality and registration mark, and the date the work was accomplished.

Where do you record the compliance of an AD or manufacturers service bulletin?

Aircraft maintenance records

Which statement is true regarding the requirements for maintenance record format?

Any format that provides record continuity and includes the required information may be used

For how long must records of required scheduled inspections performed on an aircraft be kept?

for 1 year

Where would one find information related to the current status of life limited parts on an aircraft?

The aircrafts permanent record

In which manner must permanent records of an aircraft be kept?

Permanent records may be preserved in either electronic or physical format

In order to conduct line maintenance on a light sport aircraft such as replacing fuel pump, the technician must hold the minimum rating of

LSA repairman - inspection

What constitutes a major repair on a light sport aircraft?

Any procedure for which instructions are not included in the maintenance manual