GACA Convalidation Practice Test

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• What is the definition of an aircraft?
• What is the color and orientation of the position lights for navigation on civil airplanes?
• Which section in the instructions for continued airworthiness is GACA approved?
• Which document must be adhered to when making modifications to an aircraft engine?
• What is the minimum retention period for certain maintenance records for part 91 aircraft?
• Aerodynamic coefficients are defined as:
• What must be the condition of the fuel jettison valve during any part of the jettisoning operation?
• What must be ensured after making any welded repairs to a pressurized oil tank?
• How many additional hours may an aircraft with 468 hours in service accumulate before complying with the Airworthiness Directive again?
• According to Federal Aviation Regulations, what must aircraft using fuses as circuit protective devices carry?
• What is required for data to be used as a basis for approving major repairs or alterations?
• Is it permissible to exceed the 100-hour inspection limit while en route?
• What does the term "Rating" refer to in aviation?
• In the context of oil specifications, what role does the Propeller Manufacturer play?
• Which Federal Aviation Regulation specifies that each resettable circuit protective device requires a manual operation to restore service?
• What must be documented when corrections are made to discrepancies in aircraft tire pressure?
• How is a quality system in aviation generally assured?
• Airworthiness directives require specific actions to:
• When must the written notice of defect be provided to the owner during an annual inspection?
• The airworthiness standards for transport category rotorcraft are found in which part?
• What is the definition of the Main Rotor in rotorcraft?
• Which of the following describes the purpose of a Type Certificate Data Sheet?
• What does the term 'airworthiness' refer to?
• Which document contains a table that lists adaptable engines for a given propeller?
• What is the maximum landing gear operation speed defined in the aircraft specifications?
• What must military or government aircraft meet to be brought into civil aviation?
• What must be checked in new or overhauled engines after the first 50 hours of operation?
• At what speed does the high end of the white arc on the airspeed instrument fall?
• What is the primary purpose of an Airworthiness Certificate?
• Large airplanes must be inspected in accordance with which part of the Federal Aviation Regulation?
• Under what condition must the emergency locator transmitter (ELT) battery be replaced?
• What are the categories of errors that Professor James Reason identifies for aircraft mechanics?
• Where is the entry for a completed 100-hour inspection recorded if separate maintenance records are kept?
• What does a mechanic confirm by signing for maintenance performed on an aircraft?
• How often should thrust bearing nuts be checked for tightness on new or newly overhauled engines?
• What does the blue radial line on an airspeed indicator represent?
• What document can help determine primary flight control surface deflection for imported aircraft during reassembly?
• What action should be taken when there is a difference of more than 5 pounds of air pressure in dual-mounted tires?
• What is referred to as the positive aspects of human factor issues in aviation?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding enhancements made by mechanics on aircraft?
• What is required for oil tank fillers on turbine engines according to regulations?
• If aircraft records are lost or destroyed, what action is required to restore them?
• Under what condition may an aircraft due for an annual inspection be flown?
• What is the required expansion space for an oil tank with a capacity of 5 gallons?
• What must data used for approving major repairs or alterations be prior to use?
• What is the first step required to reconstruct lost or destroyed aircraft maintenance records?
• What must be done before an aircraft can be returned to service after maintenance work?
• What does the ATA Specification No. 100 divide the aircraft into?
• For aircraft operated under part 91, which records must be retained for at least one year?
• What percentage of the takeoff fuel consumption of the engine must the fuel flow rate for gravity systems be according to Federal Aviation Regulations?
• Which GACA section governs safety management systems?
• Which section of GACA relates to airworthiness standards for normal category rotocraft?
• Why is it important for maintenance technicians to keep detailed records of inspections?
• When can a pilot legally remove, install, or repair landing gear tires?
• Which publication contains approved data for performing a major repair to an aircraft engine?
• What must occur after compliance with the data of a Supplemental Type Certificate according to FAA regulations?
• What is typically examined during the first inspection after an overhaul of a new engine?
• Where can technical descriptions of certificated propellers be found?
• What is the service life limit for a DOT 3HT oxygen cylinder?
• Which of the following is NOT excluded from maintenance?
• Which type of mechanic can perform inspections on powerplants?
• Who can inspect and approve an engine major repair for return to service?
• Which of the following is a requirement for circuit protective devices in electrical systems?
• What is the classification of replacing a damaged engine mount with a new identical one?
• Which scenario allows an aircraft requiring maintenance to be flown to a service location?
• For how long are AD compliance records required to be retained?
• Who is directly responsible for ensuring that the persons actually performing the work on aircraft are technically capable of the work assigned by training and experience?
• Which source is NOT considered approved technical data for major alterations on U.S. certificated aircraft?
• Which regulation offers guidance on instrument range markings for aircraft certificated in the normal category?
• What must be confirmed about cabin upholstery in aircraft according to current regulations?
• When must an Airworthiness Directive (AD) be complied with after it becomes effective?
• How would an airspeed indicator be marked to show the best rate of climb speed (one engine inoperative)?
• What must be ensured about the fuel systems in standard classification aircraft?
• What scenario would lead to the replacement of an aircraft instrument?
• What is the purpose of the inspection program authorized under Federal Aviation Regulation Part 91, Subpart E?
• What color indicates the left side position light on civil aircraft?
• Which publication includes information such as Type Certificate Data Sheets?
• What is required when performing an annual or 100-hour inspection on a reciprocating engine aircraft?
• Which statement is true regarding certificated mechanics performing repairs to instruments?
• Which statement about GACA publications is true?
• What is required for aircraft operators or owners to obtain a special flight permit?
• What is the importance of recording compliance with Airworthiness Directives in maintenance records?
• To be eligible for recharging, how often must a DOT 3HT oxygen cylinder be hydrostatically tested?
• Which action is considered preventive maintenance under FAA regulations?
• What information is contained in an aircraft Type Certificate Data Sheet?
• What is the minimum requirement for cabin upholstery materials in current standard category airplanes?
• For what reason must a major repair to an aircraft engine be documented?
• What risk is associated with improper repair techniques for advanced composite materials?
• Who may perform an airframe major repair or alteration?
• What is a key requirement for the design of aircraft trim systems?
• Is straightening nitrided crankshafts recommended?
• What does the signature of an authorized person on the maintenance records signify?
• Aircraft flight control trim systems must be designed so that the pilot can?
• What is the primary purpose of Airworthiness Directives?
• What is the maximum duration of a temporary airman certificate?
• Who is responsible for establishing the recommended operating time between overhauls of a turbine engine?
• Where can the airworthiness standards for type certificates for small airplanes with nine or less passenger seats be found?
• What is the legal effect of failing to comply with an airworthiness directive?
• Parts manufactured for use on a specific operator's aircraft must comply with which condition?
• What must a maintenance technician ensure about the condition of an aircraft after maintenance?
• According to aviation regulations, what marking is mandatory for oil tank fillers on turbine engines?
• What must all repairs or alterations be based on to ensure they're approved for return to service?
• What is the maximum time that the annual inspection may be extended?
• What does Part 23 of the Federal Aviation Regulations specifically address?
• How is maintenance defined in the context of aviation?
• After a welded repair to a pressurized type turbine engine oil tank, what pressure should the tank be checked to?
• What does a mechanic certificate with a powerplant rating authorize the holder to repair on aluminum propeller blades?
• What should be done if several minor repairs are required on an aircraft after an annual inspection?
• Which of the following is NOT a form of action required by an AD?
• When is a mechanic responsible for checking AD compliance?
• Which statement regarding the Supplemental Type Certificate is true?
• Which part outlines airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes?
• Who is responsible for ensuring that materials used in aircraft maintenance meet the proper standards?
• Where can information about GACA-approved alternative methods of compliance be obtained?
• What document is used to determine if the proper magnetos are installed in an aircraft reciprocating engine?
• Which publication is used to determine whether a powerplant repair is major or minor?
• If an aircraft is unairworthy due to major repairs, who is responsible for approving it for return to service?
• What is the required action after completing a 100-hour inspection on an aircraft?
• What is the primary purpose of a special flight permit?
• Which of the following instrument discrepancies could be corrected by an aviation mechanic?
• What minor maintenance can a certificated powerplant mechanic perform on a propeller?
• What inspections can certificated mechanics perform under their general certificate privileges?
• What must oil tank fillers on turbine engines be marked with, according to regulations?
• A Part 66 license is required for which group of individuals?
• What type of repairs requires the completion of GACA Form 8320-1 or FAA Form 337?
• What forms can actions required by an Airworthiness Directive (AD) take?
• An airship is best defined as which of the following?
• Which of the following is classified as a major repair?
• What has the focus of aviation shifted towards regarding errors?
• Radio equipment installations made in accordance with Supplemental Type Certificate data require approval for return to service by?
• According to Dr. James Reason, what are the two types of human failure?
• What is a necessary factor in determining if an alteration can be approved?
• What is the recommended reference for crankshaft runout tolerance?
• Which of the following is NOT required to be reported to the GACA when issued a certificate under 14 CFR part 65?
• What is the function of the main rotor on a rotorcraft?
• What type of device do most modern aircraft use instead of fuses to protect their electrical circuits?
• According to Airworthiness Directives, which statement is true?
• Type Certificate Data Sheets are issued for which products?
• The removal, installation, and repair of landing gear tires by a private pilot on an aircraft they own or operate is considered?
• When determining the empty weight of an aircraft, what is considered a part of the empty weight according to current airworthiness standards?
• When is the aircraft total time required to be recorded in maintenance records for part 91 aircraft?
• What is a key factor in ensuring aviation quality control?
• Which organization issues TSO?
• Who can approve a minor alteration they've performed for return to service?
• What is a rebuilt engine?
• What does the replacement of a damaged vertical stabilizer with a new identical stabilizer represent?
• After a repair is made to an aircraft engine, how many copies of GACA Form 8320-1/FAA Form 337 are required?
• What is true regarding propellers and the Airworthiness Directive system?
• Which part of the regulations contains the requirements for testing and inspection of instrument static systems?
• What is the purpose of an FAA Form 337 or GACA Form 8320-1?
• Which of the following is NOT authorized for someone working under a certificated mechanic?
• Where can information about acceptable wood materials used in aircraft repair be found?
• Which aspect of human factors aids in enhancing aviation safety?
• What should be done after repairing or re-covering a rudder?
• How long must GACA forms 8320-1 be retained in the Repair Station files?
• Regarding the statements on circuit protective devices, which is true?
• What is the disposition of the completed GACA Form 8320-1/FAA Form 337?
• What requirement associated with Airworthiness Directives allows certificated mechanics to work on propellers?
• During fuel jettisoning operations, where must the fuel discharge clear of?
• Autorotation refers to:
• How are the responsibilities of aviation maintenance technicians governed?
• What publication contains the mandatory replacement time for turbine engine parts?
• What does the Technical Standard Order system pertain to?
• No person may operate an airplane unless it is equipped with:
• As an operator/owner, if a change in a product affects compliance with an airworthiness directive, what must you do?
• What type of inspection follows a ground incident that leads to unexpected propeller stoppage?
• Which regulation section outlines requirements for aircraft maintenance?
• What type of information is typically found in Aircraft Specifications or Type Certificate Data Sheets?
• What inspection must be accomplished during a 100-hour inspection?
• A certificated mechanic without an inspection authorization who signs on a GACA Form 8320-1/FAA Form 337 is certifying what?
• What is the main difference between an annual inspection and a 100-hour inspection?
• Which two statements regarding fuel systems are true?
• What is the time frame for notifying the GACA of changes in permanent mailing address by a certificate holder?
• An airplane is defined as:
• What statement applies to an IVO 355 engine with the given hours and serial number?
• What happens to the Airworthiness Certificate when an aircraft is sold?
• What document must individuals performing an annual or 100-hour inspection use?
• What should be prioritized in aircraft maintenance?
• Who holds the primary responsibility for compliance with Airworthiness Directives?
• How often is it crucial to verify the replacement date marked on an ELT?
• Where are placards required on an aircraft specified?
• How can the battery replacement date of an emergency locator transmitter (ELT) be verified?
• Who is responsible for the upkeep of the required maintenance records for an aircraft?
• What airspeed limit is associated with the maximum flap extended speed?
• For an aircraft with a 12-inch letter height, what is the minimum space required for the registration mark N1683C?
• What is the purpose of maintenance records in aviation?
• The replacement of fabric on covered parts like wings is considered to be what type of repair?
• What is the consequence of repairing advanced composites with traditional fiberglass techniques?
• Which document contains mandatory replacement times for turbine engine parts?
• How can suitability for use of a specific propeller with a particular engine be determined?
• What type of fuel is considered when computing the empty weight and corresponding center of gravity (CG) of an aircraft?
• What type of permit is required for an aircraft not approved for return to service?
• What is required for the installation of an item manufactured under the Technical Standard Order system?
• What does "Mach Number" represent?
• What is true regarding Airworthiness Directives (ADs)?
• Which part of the Federal Aviation Regulations governs the issuance of mechanic certificates?
• Which of the following defines all aspects of maintenance?
• What type of information must be included in the maintenance records after an inspection?
• What is covered in 14 CFR Part 65?
• Where are life-limited parts of an engine typically listed?
• What must a person disapproving an aircraft during an annual inspection do if a defect makes it unairworthy?
• What does an auxiliary rotor do?
• Which of the following is NOT included in the list of discrepancies requiring instrument replacement?
• What is the maximum deviation permitted in a compensated magnetic direction indicator during level flight on an aircraft under Federal Aviation Regulations?
• What does the Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Specification No. 100 establish?
• What does the 100-hour inspection pertain to?
• How many hours may an aircraft requiring a 100-hour inspection be flown beyond the inspection requirement?
• What forms can the action required by an Airworthiness Directive (AD) take?
• Which of the following contains a minimum checklist for 100-hour inspections of engines?
• How is time-in-service defined in relation to maintenance records?
• What document outlines the airworthiness limitations for a particular aircraft?
• What do Airworthiness Directives of an emergency nature require?
• A certificated mechanic may perform which of the following inspections?
• Where can specifications for less than 50 aircraft models under a type certificate be found?
• What is the correct source for information when overhauling electrical equipment?
• Who may accomplish a major repair on an aircraft found to be unairworthy after an annual inspection?
• What maintenance record is required following a major repair of an aircraft engine?
• Which of the following indicates a possible need for a new ELT battery?
• Which documents can sometimes authorize deviations from an aircraft's original type design?
• Which faults should be reported to maintenance crew?
• Which of the following is a requirement to maintain safety standards in aviation?
• Regarding the ability to perform minor straightening of steel propeller blades, which statement is true?
• Who is responsible for making the entry in the maintenance records after an annual, 100-hour, or progressive inspection?
• Which inspections can a certificated airframe and powerplant mechanic approve for return to service?
• The holder of an IA cannot approve the data for major repairs; his/her role is to:
• For minor repairs performed on a certificated aircraft, which of the following actions is appropriate?
• Cold straightening a bent aluminum propeller blade may be accomplished by?
• What entity is responsible for setting the standards for aircraft engine certifications?
• What is required for an individual to conduct a complete 100-hour inspection on an aircraft?
• Who is responsible for preparing GACA Form 8320-1/FAA Form 337 when work is performed on an aircraft?
• In an aircraft maintenance program, discrepancies found must be documented by?
• Where can you find the operating conditions that mandate a 100-hour inspection?
• Which of the following is NOT an authorized action for a mechanic with a powerplant rating?
• What should be done when the actions required by an AD are completed?
• At what intervals should valve mechanism inspections be performed after the first inspection during an engine's service?
• What happens if an operator uses an aircraft that does not meet airworthiness directive requirements?
• What does a repair on an airframe involve?
• What equipment must certificated mechanics have to perform repairs?
• Where would you find the approved statement for recording return to service after a 100-hour inspection?
• What is a crucial point to check during a 100-hour inspection?
• Which part contains definitions and abbreviations in the aviation regulations?
• Which instrument discrepancies would require replacement of the instrument?
• Who is allowed to perform repairs to aircraft instruments?
• What is the normal operating speed as specified in a GACA issued aircraft specification?
• Who determines the oil and grease specifications for propeller lubrication?
• Who bears the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that maintenance records are accurate and up-to-date?
• Under what conditions is a fuel jettison system required?
• When does the GACA issue airworthiness directives (AD)?
• Who is responsible for ensuring that maintenance procedures are followed correctly?
• Where can type design information for an R1830-92 engine be found when certificated under the Civil Air Regulations?
• What is the maximum altitude loss permitted during an unpressurized aircraft instrument static pressure system integrity check?
• A ground incident resulting in propeller sudden stoppage requires which type of inspection?
• To what does "airworthiness" primarily refer in aviation regulations?
• Regarding ATA Specification No. 100, which of the following statements is true?
• Which form is specifically required for recording minor repairs on an aircraft?
• What condition must be met for gravity fuel systems regarding fuel flow?
• What is a key requirement for major alterations on aircraft?
• What must owners/operators comply with regarding maintenance records?
• Which entity sets mandatory replacement times for critical components of turbine engines?
• A certificated powerplant mechanic is authorized to perform which action?
• For accurate reference regarding propeller suitability, which document is prioritized?
• Which system must aircraft certificated in the standard classification include?
• Who has the authority to approve a propeller for return to service after a 100-hour inspection?
• In the event of a damaged McCauley propeller Model No. 2A34C50/90A, where should one look for an approved alternate replacement?
• Under what condition can a certificated mechanic exercise their privileges?
• What is the never exceed speed according to GACA aircraft specifications?
• What is the purpose of an Airworthiness Directive?
• Which of the following is considered a major repair of an appliance?
• If a new safety belt is to be installed in an aircraft, it must conform to the strength requirements in which document?
• Which aspect is NOT a responsibility of a certificated mechanic?
• What must each fuel quantity indicator read during level flight when the quantity of fuel remaining is equal to the unusable fuel supply?
• Which statement is true regarding the requirements for maintenance record format?
• What do General Aviation Airworthiness Alerts primarily provide?
• What method does the GACA use to inform aircraft owners of unsafe conditions?
• Where is the engine fuel shutoff valve typically located?
• What must be accomplished before an aircraft can be approved for return to service after major repairs?
• What must each powerplant installed on an airplane with a Standard Airworthiness Certificate have?
• Which of the following is an acceptable basis for data used in major repairs?
• Who is classified as an air carrier?
• What is defined as an airport?
• What constitutes an airframe major repair?
• What minimum required markings must be placed at or near each appropriate fuel filler cover for reciprocating engine-powered airplanes?
• Who can perform the repair of aluminum propeller blades?
• In the event of a ground incident leading to propeller sudden stoppage, what inspection is required?
• Who is allowed to correct discrepancies found during an annual inspection?
• When multiple generators are connected to a common electrical system, what is required for operation?
• Removal of propeller blade tips within Type Certificate Data Sheet limits when correcting a defect is considered?
• Who may perform a 100-hour inspection on certain aircraft operating for hire?
• What must the approving person enter in the maintenance record after maintenance or alteration?
• What action(s) must be taken concerning minor repairs performed on a certificated aircraft?
• Which regulation specifies instrument range markings for airplanes in the normal category?
• In the context of maintenance, what does 'latent failure' refer to?
• Which of the following is NOT considered a form of maintenance?
• What is one of the markings required on oil tank fillers for reciprocating engines?
• Which Federal Aviation Regulation requires all electrical circuits to have some form of protective device?
• What is the smallest size cable that may be used in aircraft primary control systems?
• If an aircraft was not approved for return to service after an annual inspection, what must the owner obtain to fly it to another maintenance base?
• What is the minimum waiting period for an applicant to retest after failing the written test for Inspection Authorization (IA)?
• A certificated mechanic with a powerplant rating is authorized to perform which inspection?
• Which category of error describes an inadvertent action leading to faulty performance?
• What should be done prior to starting an annual or 100-hour inspection on an aircraft?
• What is the maximum penalty for cheating on a GACA mechanic test?
• What precaution must be observed if a gravity feed fuel system is permitted to supply fuel to an engine from more than one tank at a time?
• What is the maximum time a 100-hour inspection may be extended?