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Which maintenance entry best describes action for a .125-inch dent in a straight section of 1/2-inch aluminum tubing?

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Dented section removed and replaced with identical new tubing flared to 37 degress.

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

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

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where is the entry for the inspection recorded?

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In each record

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for aircraft operated under part 91,when is the aircraft time required to be recorded in the records?
Definition
After satisfactorily completing inspections
Term
what difference is there between the record entry requirements for maintenance and the record entry requirements for inspections?
Definition
Aircraft total time is required to be included only in the inspection entry.
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If more space is needed for work description entered on the FAA form 337, what info should be included on the attached sheets?
Definition
Aircraft nationality and registration mark, and the date the work was acomplished
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which aircraft record best describes a repair of a dent in a tubular steel strucure dented at the cluster?
Definition
welding a reinforcing plate over the dented area
Term
who is responsible for making the entry in the maintenance records after an inspection
Definition
the person approving or disapproving the return to service.
Term
which records must be obtained for at least a year?
Definition
Records of maintenance,alterations,preventitive maintanence,1200 hour, annual,and progressive inspections.
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a certified mechanic without inspection authorization who signs the appropriate block on FAA form 337 is doing what?
Definition
Certifying that the work was done iaw the requirements of 14 CFR part 43
Term
which of the following records must be retained and transferred when the aircraft is sold?
Definition
Current status of applicable AD's and date and time when recurring AD's are next due.
Term
an aircraft owner was provided a list of discrepancies that was not approved for return to service after a inspection, who may correct these discrepancies?
Definition
2   An appropriately rated mechanic 
Term
when a discrepancy list is provided to an aircraft owner after an inspection, it says in effect that.
Definition
except for these discrepancies, the item inspected is airworthy
Term
in order to reconstruct lost or destroyed records, what is necessary to establish?
Definition
Total time in service of the airframe
Term
when approving for return to service , the approving person must enter in the record?
Definition
a description, date , name of the person , signature, certificate number, and kind of certificate held.
Term
what is/are the appropriate action(s) concerning minor repairs performed on a certificated aircraft.
Definition
entries must be made in the aircrafts maintenance record
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when work is performed on an aircraft that nessititates the use of FAA form 337, who should prepare the form?
Definition
The person who performs and supervises the work.
Term
What is the status of data used as a basis for approving major repairs or alterations for return to service? 
Definition
Data must be FAA approved prior to its use for that purpose.
Term
Which statement is true regarding the use of FAA form 337?
Definition
FAA form 337 is not authorized for use with other than U.S. registered aircraft.
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After making a repair to an engine the FAA form is prepared. How many copies are required and who do they go to?
Definition
Two; one to the owner the other to the FAA.
Term
Who is responsible for the upkeep of the required maintenance records for an aircraft?
Definition
The aircraft owner
Term
an aircraft was not approved for return to service and the owner wants to fly it to another maintanence base. Which statement is correct?
Definition
The owner must obtain a special flight permit.
Term
each person perfoming an inspection must shall use a checklist that contains at least those items in the appendix of
Definition
14 CFR Part 43.
Term
An FAA Form 337 is used to record and document?
Definition
Major repairs and Major alterations.
Term
after completing a 100 hour inspection the mechanic must do what?
Definition
Make the proper entries in the aircrafts maintenance record.
Term
which of the following may a certified airframe and powerplant mechanic perform on aircraft and approve for a return to service?
Definition
a 100 hour inspection, a progressive inspection , under specified circumstances.
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if a double acting cylinder in a 3000 psi system has a piston with a surface area of three inches , with a rod cross section area of one inch , how much force will the actuator be able to produce when retracting?
Definition

6,000 pounds

 

3-1=2 x3000

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The boiling point of a given liquid varies?
Definition
directly with pressure.
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an engine that weighs 350 pounds. the engine is raised 3 feet , and then moved forward 12 feet. a constant force of 70 pounds is required to move it .What is the total work input required to move the hoist? 
Definition

840 foot pounds

 

12 X 70 = 840

Term
Under which conditions will the rate of flow of a liquid through a metering orifice be the greatest?
Definition
Unmetered pressure, 17 PSI; metered pressure 5 psi; atmospheric pressure 14.7 psi
Term
be reduced to one-half its original value. 
Definition
if the volume of a confined gas is doubled( without the addition of more gas) , the pressure will( assume the temperature remains constant.) ?
Term

If the temperature of a confined liquid is held constant and its pressure is tripled, the volume will?

Definition
remain the same
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How much work is required to lower a 120 pound wieght form the top of a 3ft table?
Definition
360 foot pounds?
Term
If the fluid pressure is 800 psi in a 1/2 inch line supplying an actuatingcylinder with a piston area of 10 square inches , the force exertedon the piston will be
Definition

8,000 pounds

 

800 X 10

Term

What factors are required to determine power?

Definition
Force, Distance and Time
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what force must be applied to roll a 120 pound barrel up an incline 9 ft long with a height of 3 ft.
Definition
40 pounds
Term
Which statement concerning heat and temperature is true?
Definition
Temperature is a measure of the kinetic energy of the molecules of any substance.
Term
If all a significant part of a stall strip is missing on an airplane wing , a likely result will be
Definition
asymmetrical lateral control at or near stall angles of attack
Term
The purpose of stall strips on airplane wings is to
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ensure that the wing root areas stall first.
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The puprose of an aircraft wing dihedral to ?
Definition
increase lateral stability.
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Suitability for use of a specific propeller with a particular engine can be determined by reference to what informational source?
Definition
Aircraft Specifications or aircraft Type Certificate Data Sheet.
Term
the issuance of a Airworthiness certificate is governed by
Definition
14 CFR Part 21.
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Specifications pertaining to an aircraft model manufactured under a type certificate of which less than 50 are shown on the FAA Aircraft registry?
Definition
Aircraft Listing
Term
Where are technical descriptions of certified propellers found ?
Definition
Propeller Type Certificate Data Sheet
Term
Placards required on on aircraft are specified in
Definition
Aircraft Specifications or Type Certificate Data Sheets.
Term
Technical information about older aircraft models of which no more than fifty remain in service can be found?
Definition
Aircraft listing
Term
Which of the following are sometimes used as authorization to deviate from an aircrafts original design?
Definition
FAA Form 337, Supplemental Type Certificates, Airwothiness Directive.
Term
Which regulation provides information regarding instrument range markings for an airplane certificated in the normal category?
Definition
14 CFR Part 23
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Which regulation provides the airworthiness standards for an airplane certificated in the normal category?

Definition
14 CFR Part 23
Term
Which is not FAA approved data?
Definition
AC 43.13-2A
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What is the maintenance recording responsibility of the person who complies with an AD?
Definition
Make an entry into the maintenance record.
Term
Aviation Maintenance alerts do what?
Definition
Provide information about aircraft problems and suggested corrective actions.
Term
Which doubler requires heat treatment before installation
Definition
-102
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How many parts will need to be fabricated by the mechanic in the construction and installation of one doubler
Definition

3

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Type certificate data sheets are issued for which of the following products?
Definition
Aircraft, engines, and propellers.
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The high end of the white arc on the airspeed instrument would be at
Definition
139 knots
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When is a mechanic responsible for checking AD compliance?
Definition
When perfoming an inspection required under part 91, 125, 135.
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What does the Type Certificate Data Sheet designation code '2 PCSM' mean? (KO1)

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Two place ( number of seats), closed, sea, monoplane.
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Which of the following includes all the regulatory definitions of maintenance?

Definition
Overhaul, repair, parts replacement, inspection, and preservation.
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A repair, as performed on the airframe shall mean?
Definition
the restoration of the airframe to a condition for safe operation after damage or deterioration.
Term
Under the federal aviation regulations, an aviation maintenance technician is required to perfom maintenance on an aircraft so that it?
Definition
is at least equal to its original or properly altered condition.
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The replacement of fabric on fabric covered parts such as wings, fuselages, stabilizers, or control surfaces is considered to be a?
Definition
Major repair even though no other alteration or repair is performed.
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The 100 hour inspection required by Federal Aviation Regulations for certian aircraft being operated for hire may be performed by
Definition
appropriately rated mechanics and approved by them for return to service.
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A person working under the supervision of a certified mechanic with an airframe and powerplant rating is not authorized to perform?
Definition
a 100 hour inspecton.
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Certified mechanics, under the general certificate privleges, may?
Definition
perform 100 hour inspection of instruments.
Term
An Airworthiness Directive requires that a propeller be altered. Certified mechanics could
Definition
perform and approve the work for return to service if it is a minor alteration.
Term
The replacement of a damaged vertical stabilizer with a new identical stabilizer purchased from the aircraft manufacturer is considered a?
Definition
Minor repair
Term
FAA Certified mechanics may
Definition
approve for return to service a minor alteration they have perfomed appropriate to the rating(s) they hold.
Term
A certified mechanic with a powerplant rating may perfom the
Definition
100 hour inspection required by the federal aviation regulations on a powerplant or any component thereof and approve and return the same to service.
Term
What part of the federal aviation regulations perscribes the requirements for issuing certifications for mechanics?
Definition
14 CFR Part 65.
Term
How long does the holder of a certificate have to notify the FAA after any permanent mailing address.
Definition
30 days
Term

Why is a mechanic applicant issued a temporary certificate after successful completion of the required tests?

Definition
To allow for review of his or her application and supplemental documents.
Term
what is the maximum duration of a temporary airman certificate?
Definition
120 days
Term
Which of the following statements is true for a certified and appropriatly rated mechanic regarding repairs and alterations?
Definition
He/ She may perform an airframe major repair or major alteration, but cannot approve the work for return to service.
Term
Who is responsible for determining that materials used in aircraft maintenance and repair are of the proper type and conform to the appropriate standards?
Definition
The installing person or agency.
Term
The replacement of a damaged engine mount with a new identical engine mount purchased from the manufacturer is considered a? 
Definition
minor repair
Term
Who has the authority to approve for return to service a propeller after a 100 hour inspection?
Definition
A mechanic with a powerplant rating
Term
Instrument repairs may be performed at?
Definition
A FAA Approved instrument repair station.
Term
Where is the record of compliance with Airworthiness Directives or manufacturers' service bulletins normally indicated?
Definition
Aircraft Maintenance Records
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If work performed on an aircraft has been done satisfatorily, the signature of an authorized person on the maintenance records for maintenance or alterations performed constitutes?
Definition
approval for return to service only for the work performed.
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During an annual inspection, if a defect is found which makes the aircraft unworthy, the person disapproving must?
Definition
provide a written notice of the defect to the owner.
Term
 the FAA issues what to notify people of unsafe conditions
Definition
Airworthiness Directives
Term
Which is an appliance major repair?
Definition
Overhaul of a hydraulic pressure pump
Term
Which aircraft record entry is the best description of the replacement of several damaged heli-coils in a casting?
Definition
Eight 1/4 - 20 inch standard heli-coils were replaced. The damaged inserts were extracted, the tapped holes gaged, then new inserts installed, and tangs removed.
Term
Which maintenance record best describes the action taken for a control cable showing approximately 20 wear on several of the individual outer wires at a fairlead? 
Definition
wear within acceptable limits, repair not necessary.
Term

Why is it considered good practice to normalize a part after welding?

Definition
To relieve internal stresses developed within the base metal
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Holes and a few projecting globules are found in a weld. What action should be taken?

Definition
Remove all the old weld, and reweld the joint.
Term
which condition indicates a part has cooled too quickly after being welded?
Definition
Cracking adjacent to the weld
Term
select a characteristic of a good gas weld?
Definition
the weld should taper off smoothly into the base metal.
Term

One characteristic of a good weld is that no oxide should be formed on the base metal at a distance from the weld of more than

Definition
1/2 inch
Term
in examining and evaluating a welded joint, a mechanic should be familiar with?
Definition
likely ambiant exposure conditions and intended use of the part, along with type of weld and original part material composition
Term

On a fillet weld, the penetration requirement includes what percentage of the base metal thickness?

Definition
25 to 50 percent
Term
In examining and evaluating a welded joint, a mechanic should be familiar with
Definition
likely ambiant exposure conditions and intended use of the part, along with the type of weld and original part material composition.
Term
which tool can be used to measure the alignment of a rotor shaft or the plane of rotation of a disk?
Definition
Dial indicator
Term
Which tool is used to measure the clearance between a surface plate and a relatively narrow surface being checked for flatness
Definition
A Thickness Gauge
Term
which number represents the vernier scale graduation of a micrometer?
Definition
.0001
Term
Which tool is used to find the center of a shaft or other cylindrical work?
Definition
Combination Set
Term
If it is necessary to accuratly measure the diameter of a hole approximately 1/4 of a inch in diameter, the mechanic should use a ?
Definition
small hole gauge and determine the size of the hole by taking a micrometer reading of the ball end of the gauge.
Term
What tool is generally used to set a divider to an exact dimension?
Definition
Machinist scale
Term
What tool is generally used to calibrate a mircometer or check its accuracy?
Definition
Gauge Block
Term
What presision tool is used to measure a crankpin and main bearing journals  for out of round wear?
Definition
Micrometer caliper
Term
The side clearances of piston rings are measured with a?
Definition
thickness gauge
Term
How can the dimensional inspection of a bearing in a rocker arm be accomplished?
Definition
Telescopic gauge and micrometer
Term
The twist of a connecting rod is checked by installing push-fit arbors in both ends, supported by parallel steel bars on a surface plate. Measurements are taken between the arbor and the parallel bar with a
Definition
thickness gauge
Term
The clearance between the piston rings and the ring lands is measured with a ?
Definition
thickness gauge
Term
What may be used to check the stem on a poppet-type valve for stretch
Definition
micrometer
Term
Which tool can be used to determine piston pin out of wear?
Definition
Micrometer caliper
Term
During an engine start a hung start occurred. Select the proper procedure.
Definition
Shut the engine down
Term
A hung start in a jet engine is often caused by
Definition
the starter cutting off too soon.
Term
Which statement below reflects a typical requirement when towing some aircraft
Definition
If the aircraft has a steerable nosewheel, the torque link lock should be set to full swivel.
Term
Which statement is/are true regarding tiedown of small aircraft
Definition
nylon or dacron rope is preffered to manilla rope.
Term
When approaching the front of an idling jet engine , the hazard area extends forward of the engine approximately.
Definition
25 feet
Term
Which of the following is the most satisfactory extinguishing agent for use on a carburetor or intake fire?
Definition
Carbon Dioxide
Term
If a radial engine has been shut down for more than thirty minutes , the propeller should be rotated through at least two revolutions to
Definition
Check for hydraulic lock
Term
The priming of a fuel injected horizontally opposed engine is accomplished by placing the fuel control level in the
Definition
FULL-RICH Position
Term
Which of the following conditions has the most potential for causing engine damage when starting or attempting to start a turbine engine?
Definition
Hot Start
Term
How is a flooded engine, equipped with a float type carburator, cleared of excessive fuel?
Definition
Crank the engine with the starter  or by hand, with the mixture control in cutoff ,ignition switch OFF
Term
Generally, when an induction fire occurs during starting of a reciprocating engine, the first course of action should be to.
Definition
continue cranking and start the engine if possible.
Term
When starting and ground operating an aircrafts engine, the aircraft should be positioned to head into the wind primarily
Definition
for engine cooling purposes
Term
when approaching the rear of an idling turbojet or turbofan engine. the hazard area extends aft of the engine approximately
Definition
100 feet
Term
If a hot start occurs during starting of a turbine powerplant, what is the likely cause
Definition
The fuel/ air mixture was excessively rich
Term
What effect, if any, will aviation gasoline mixed with jet fuel have on a turbine engine?
Definition
The tetraethyl lead in the gasoline forms deposits on the turbine blades
Term

(1)Jet fuel is of a higher viscosity than aviation gasoline and therefore holds contaminants more readily

 

(2)Viscosity has no relation to contamination with fuel

Definition
only No.1 is true
Term

Weathervaning tendency is greatest when taxiing

Definition
a tailwheel-type airplane in a direct crosswind
Term
When taxiing an airplane with a quartering tailwind the elevators and
Definition
upwind aileron should be held in the down position
Term
When taxiing( or towing ) an aircraft , a flashing red light from the control tower means?
Definition
move clear of the runway/taxiway immediatly
Term

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

Definition
the tail rotor
Term
When taxiing or ( towing ) an aircraft, a flashing white light form the tower means?
Definition
return to starting point
Term
When taxiing or ( towing) an aircraft, an alternating red and green light form the tower meams?
Definition
OK to proceed but use extreme caution
Term
When stopping a nosewheel-type airplane after taxiing, the nosewheel should be left?
Definition
pointed straight ahead
Term
The color of 100LL fuel is
Definition
Blue
Term
How are aviation fuels, which possess greater antiknock qualities than 100 octane, classified?
Definition
By performance numbers
Term
Why is ethylene dibromide added to aviation gasoline
Definition
To scavenge lead oxide from the cylinder combustion chambers
Term
Both gasoline and kerosene have certian advantages for use as turbine fuel. Which statement is true in reference to the advantages of each?
Definition
Kerosene has a higher heat energy/value per unit volume than gasoline.
Term
What must accompany fuel vaporization?
Definition
An absorption of heat.
Term
Characteristics of detonation are
Definition
Rapid rise in cylinder pressure, excessive cylinder head temperature, and a decrease in engine power.
Term
Fuel that vaporizes too readily may cause
Definition
Vapor Lock
Term
Jet fuel number identifiers are
Definition
type numbers and have no relation to the fuels performance in the aircraft engine
Term
Tetraethyl lead is added to aviation gasoline to
Definition
improve the gasolines performance in the engine
Term

 

A fuel that does not vaporize readily enough can cause

Definition

hard starting
Term
A primary reason why ordinary or otherwise nonapproved cleaning compounds should not be used when washing aircraft is because thier use can result in
Definition
hydrogen embrittlement in metal structures
Term
How may magnesium engine parts be cleaned?
Definition
Wash with a commercial solvent, decarbonize, and scrape or grit blast?
Term
When an anodized surface coating is damaged in service, it can be restored by ?
Definition
chemical surface treatment
Term
For which of the following reasons would a water break test be conducted?
Definition
To make certian that a bare metal surface is thoroughly clean
Term
Select the solvent recommended for wipedown of cleaned surfaces just before painting
Definition
Aliphatic naptha
Term
Nickel-cadmium battery cases and drian surfaces which have been affected by electrolyte should be neutralized with a solution of
Definition
Boric Acid
Term
Select the solvent used to clean acrylics and rubber
Definition
Aliphatic naphtha
Term
Fayed surfaces cause concern in chemical cleaning because of the danger of
Definition
entrapping corrosive materials
Term
Caustic cleaning products used on aluminum structures have the effect of producing
Definition
corrosion
Term
Fretting Corrosion is most likely to occur
Definition
when two surfaces fit tightly together but can move relative to one another
Term

Which of the following are the desired effects of using Alodine on aluminum alloy?

Definition

A slightly rough surface

 

increased corrosion resistance

Term
Which of the listed conditions is NOT one of the requirements for corrosion to occur
Definition
The presence of a passive oxide film
Term
The lifting or flaking of the metal at the surface due to delamination of grain boundries caused by the presence of corrosion residual product buildup is called
Definition
exfoliation
Term
A nonelectrolyte chemical treatment for aluminum alloys to increase corrosion resistance and paint-bonding qualities is called
Definition
alodizing
Term

Which of the following are acceptable to use in cleaning anodized surfaces

 

steel wool, brass wire brush, aluminum wool, Stainless steel wire brush,fiber bristle brush

Definition
aluminum wool, fiber bristle brush
Term
intergranular corrosion in aluminum alloy parts
Definition
cannot always be detected by surface indications
Term
Which of the following may not be detectable even by careful visual inspection of the surface of aluminum alloy parts or structures
Definition
intergranular corrosion
Term
What may be used to remove corrosion from highly stressed steel surfaces
Definition
Fine-grit aluminum oxide
Term
A primary cause of intergranular corrosion is
Definition
improper heat treatment
Term
Why is it important not to rotate the crankshaft after the corrosion preventive mixture has been put into the cylinders on engines prepared for storage
Definition
The seal of corrosion preventive mixture will be broken
Term
Which of the following is an acceptable first step procedure to help prevent scratching when cleaning a transparent plastic surface.
Definition
flush the surface with clean fresh water
Term
What should be done to prevent rapid deterioration when oil or grease come in contact with the tire.
Definition
Wipe the tire down with dry cloth then wash with soap and water
Term
Galvanic corrosion is likely to be most rapid and severe when
Definition
the surface area of the anodic metal is smaller than the surface area fo the cathodic metal
Term
Corrosion caused by galvanic action is the result of
Definition
contact between two unlike metals
Term
Which of these materials is most anodic
Definition
Magnesium
Term
Which of these materials is most cathodic
Definition
stainless steel
Term
One way of obtaining increased resistance to stress corrosion cracking is by
Definition
creating compressive stresses( via shot peening) on the metal surface
Term

A specific measured distance from the datum or some other point identified by the manufacturer, to a point in or on the aircraft is called a

Definition
Station number
Term
Which statement is true regarding orthographic projection
Definition
One view, two view, and three view drawings are the most common
Term
What are the proper procedural steps for sketching repairs and alterations
Definition
3,1,4,2
Term
Which statement is applicable when using a sketch for making a part.
Definition
The sketch must show all information to manufacture the part.
Term
What is the next step required for a working sketch of the illustration
Definition
Sketch extension and dimension lines
Term
For sketching purposes, almost all objects are composed of one or some combination of six basic shapes, what are they?
Definition
triangle, circle, cube, cylinder,cone,sphere
Term
What should be the first step of the procedure in sketching an aircraft wing skin repair?
Definition
Block in the views
Term
A simple way to find the center of a circle on a sketch or drawing , or a circular piece of material is to
Definition
draw two non-parallel chord lines across the circle and then a corresponding perpendicular bisector line across each chord line
Term
Working drawings may be divided into three classes.They are?
Definition
Detail Drawings, assembly drawings, and installation drawings
Term
What is the class of working drawing that is the description/ depiction of a single part
Definition
Detail drawing
Term
the measurements showing the ideal or "perfect" sizes of parts on drawings are called?
Definition
dimensions
Term
Zone numbers on the aircraft blueprints are used to
Definition
locate parts, sections, and views on large drawings
Term
One purpose for schematic diagrams is to show the
Definition
functional location of components within a system
Term

The drawings used in illustrated parts manuals are

Definition
exploded view drawings.
Term
A drawing in which the sub assemblies or parts are shown as brought together on the aircraft is called
Definition
an installation drawing
Term
In what type of elecrical diagram shows the wire size required for a particular system.
Definition
A pictoral diagram
Term
Schematic diagrams are best suited for which of the following
Definition
troubleshooting system malfunctions
Term
In the reading of aircraft blueprints, the term" tolerance, used in association with aircraft parts or components ?  
Definition
is the difference between extreme permissible dimensions that a part may have and still be acceptable.  
Term
When computing weight and balance, an airplane is considered to be in balance when?
Definition

 the average moment arm of the loaded airplane falls within its CG range.

Term
The useful load consist of?
Definition
crew , usuable fuel,passengers,and cargo
Term
Which of the following can provide the empty weight of an aircraft if the records become lost or destroyed?
Definition
Reweighing the aircraft
Term
In the theory of wieght and balance, what is the name of the distance from the fulcrum to an object
Definition
Lever Arm
Term
In the process of weighing an airplane toward obtaining the CG, the arms from the weighing points always extend
Definition
parallel to the centerline of the airplane
Term
Which would have an effect on the aircrafts CG results when conducting a weight and balance check
Definition
Leaving the downlocks installed
Term
When an aircraft is positioned for weighing on scales located under each landing gear wheel, which of the following may cause erroneous scale readings?
Definition
Parking Brakes Set
Term
What weighing method generally yields the highest degree of aircraft leveling accuracy
Definition
Spirit level
Term
To obtain useful weight data for purposes of determining the CG, it is necessary that an aircraft be wieghed
Definition
in a level flight attitude
Term
What type of measurement is used to designate the arm in weight and balance
Definition
distance
Term
The maximum weight of an aircraft is?
Definition

empty weight plus the useful load

Term
What should be clearly indicated on the aircraft weighing form?
Definition
Weighing points
Term
The empty weight of an airplane is determined by
Definition
subtracting the tare weight from the scale readings and adding the weight of each weighing point
Term
When dealing with weight and balance of an aircraft, the term maximum weight refers to?
Definition
authorized weight of the aircraft and its contents
Term
The major source of wieght changes is due to? 
Definition
repairs and alterations
Term
The amount of fuel used for computing empty wieght and corrosponding CG is
Definition
unusable fuel
Term
BALLAST WEIGHT FORMULA
Definition

 

 

 

ballast wieght=empty wieght x distance out / distance ballast - new CG

Term
Two boxes which weigh 10 pounds and 5 pounds are placed in a airplane so that thier distane is 2 feet and 4 feet. away. how far forward should a twenty pound box be placed in order not to change the CG
Definition
2.5 FEET
Term
If a 40 pound generator applies 1400 inch pounds to a ference axis, the generator is located at
Definition

+35 from the axis

 

1400/40=35

Term
All other things being equal, if an item of useful load is removed, the aircrafts CG change will be
Definition
Forward in proportion to the weight of the item and its location in the aircraft.
Term
When making a rearward weight and balance check  to determine that CG will not exceed the rearward limit during extreme conditions, the items of useful load which should be computed at thier minimum weights are those located forward of the
Definition
rearward CG limit.
Term
When accomplishing loading computations for a small aircraft, necessary information obtained from the weight and balance records would include
Definition
current empty weight and empty weight CG
Term
When computing the maximum forward loaded CG of an aircraft, minimum wieghts, arms,and moments should be used for items of useful load that are located aft of the
Definition
forward CG limit
Term
An aircrafts LEMAC and TEMAC are defined in terms of distance
Definition
From the datum
Term
If an aircrafts CG is found to be at 24 percent of MAC, that 24 % is an expression of the
Definition
distance from the LEMAC
Term
Which coupling nut should be selected for use with 1/2 inch aluminum oil lines which are to be assembled using flared tube ends and standard AN nuts ,sleeves and fittings?
Definition
AN-818-8
Term
Metal tubing fluid lines are sized by wall thickness
Definition
outside diameter in 1/16 inch increments
Term

From the following sequence of steps, indicate the proper order you would use to make a single flare on a piece of tubing

 

Definition
3,1,6,2,5,4
Term
Hydraulic tubing, which is damaged in a localized area to such an extent that repair is necessary, may be repaired
Definition
by cutting out the damaged area and utilizing a swaged tube fitting to join the tube ends.
Term
What is an advantage of a double flare on aluminum tubing
Definition
More resistant to damage when the joint is tightened
Term
A certian amount fo slack must be left in a flexible hose during installation because, when under pressure, it
Definition
contracts in length and expands in diameter
Term
The term "cold flow" is generally associated with
Definition
impressions left in natural or synthetic rubber hose material 
Term
What is the color of an AN steel flared-tube fitting
Definition
Black
Term
Which of the following statement is/are correct in reference to flare fittings
Definition
AN fittings have an identifying shoulder between the end of the threads and the flare cone.
Term
Flexible lines must be installed with
Definition
 a slack of 5 to 8 percent of the length
Term
The maximum distance between end fittings to which a straight hose assembly is to be connected is 50 inches. The minimum hose length to make such a connection should be.
Definition

52-1/2 inches

Term
The material specifications for a certian aircraft require that a replacement oil line be fabricated from 3/4 inch .072 5052-0 aluminum alloy tubing.What is the inside dimension of this tubing
Definition

.606

 

.750-2(.0720)= .606

Term
In most aircraft hydrualic systems , two piece tube connectors consisting of a sleeve and a nut are used when a tubing flare is required. The use of this type connector eliminates
Definition
the possibility of reducing the flare thickness by wiping or ironing during the tightening process
Term
Which statement(s) about Military Standard (MS) flareless fittings is/are true? 
Definition
During installation, MS flareless fittings are normally tightened by applying a specified torque to the nut
Term
When flaring aluminum tubing for use with AN fittings, the flare angle must be
Definition
37 Degrees
Term
Scratches or nicks on the straight portion of aluminum alloy tubing may be repaired if they are no deeper than
Definition
10 percent of the wall thickness
Term
Flexible hoses used in aircraft systems are classified in size according to the
Definition
inside diameter
Term
A scratch or nick in aluminum tubing can be repaired provided it does not
Definition
appear in the heel of the bend
Term
Which of the following hose materials are compatible with phosphate-ester base hydraulic fluids
Definition
Butyl and Teflon
Term

Which tubings have the characteristics

( high strength, abrasion resistance) necessary for use in a high pressure (3000 PSI) hydrualic system for operation of landing gear and flaps?

Definition
Corrosion resistant steel annealed or 1/4H
Term

When installing bonded clamps to support metal tubing

Definition
remove paint or anodizing from tube at clamp location
Term
In a metal tubing installation
Definition
tension is undesirable because pressurization will cause it to expand and shift
Term
The best tool to use when cutting aluminum tubing, or any tubing of moderately soft metal is a
Definition

hand operated wheel type tubing cutter

Term
The primary purpose of providing suitable bends in fluid and pneumatic metal tubing runs is to
Definition
prevent excessive stress on the tubing
Term
Which of the following statements is true regarding minimum allowable bend radii for 1.5 inches OD or less aluminum alloy and steel tubing of the same size?
Definition
The minimum radius for steel is greater than for aluminum.
Term
A gas or fluid filled line marked with the letters PHDAN is
Definition

used to carry a hazardous substance.

Term
Which statement is true regarding the variety of symbols utilized on the identifying color code bands that are currently used on aircraft plumbing lines?
Definition
Symbols are always black agianst white background regardless of line count.
Term
If a flared tube coupling is overtightened, where is the tube most likely to be weakened/damaged
Definition
At the sleeve and flare junction
Term
Which statement concerning Bernoulli's principle is true?
Definition
The pressure of a fluid decreases at points where the velocity increases
Term
Which statement is true regarding flattening of tubing in bends?
Definition
Flattening by not more than 25 percent of the original diameter is permissable
Term
A 3/8 inch aircraft high pressure flexible hose as compared to 3/8 inch metal tubing used in the same system will?
Definition
have equivalent flow characteristics.
Term
Magnetic particle inspection is used primarily to detect?
Definition
flaws on or near the surface
Term
Liquid penetrant inspection methods may be used on which of the following?
Definition
ferrous metals,nonferrous metals,nonporous plastics
Term
Which NDI method is suitable for metals,plastics, and ceramics for surface and subsurface defects?
Definition
Ultrasonic inspection
Term
Which of the following defects are not acceptable  for metal lines?
Definition

Dents in straight section that are 20% of tube diameter.

 

Seams

 

cracked flare,

 

dents in the heel

Term
What NDI method requires little preparation and  may be used to separate metals or alloys and thier heat-treat conditions?
Definition
Eddy current inspection
Term
What method of magnetic particle inspection is used most often  to inspect aircraft parts for invisible cracks and other defects?
Definition
Continuous
Term
How many of these factors are considered essential knowledge of X ray exposure?
Definition
Three
Term
The testing medium that is generally used in magnetic particle inspection utilizes a ferromagnetic material that has
Definition
high permeability and low retentivity
Term
Which statement relating to the residual magnetizing inspection method is true?
Definition
It may be used with steels which have been heat treated for stressed applications
Term
A mechanic has completed a bonded honeycomb repair. What NDI method can be used to determine the soundness of the repair?
Definition
Metallic ring test
Term
What two types of indicating mediums are avaliable for magnetic particle inspection?
Definition
Wet and Dry process materials
Term
Which of the following materials may be inspected using the magnetic particle inspection method?
Definition
Iron alloys
Term
One way a part may be demagnetized after magnetic particle inspection is by
Definition
slowly moving the part out of an AC magnetic field of sufficient strength
Term
Which type of crack can be detected by magnetic particle inspection using either circular or longitudinal magnetization?
Definition
45 degree.
Term
Which of the following methods may be suitable to use to detect cracks open to the surface in aluminum forgings and castings?
Definition

Dye penetrant,eddy current, ultrasonic,and visual

 

1,4,5,6

Term
To detect a minute crack using dye penetrant inspection usually requires?
Definition
a longer than normal penetrating time
Term
Which of the following is a main determinant of the dwell time to use when conducting a dye or fluorescant penetrant inspection?
Definition
The size and shape of the discontinuities being looked for.
Term
When checking an item with an magnetic particle inspection method, circular and longitudinal magnetization should be used to  
Definition
reveal all possible defects.
Term
In magnetic particle inspection, a flaw that is perpendicular to the magnetic field flux lines generally causes
Definition
a large distruption in the magnetic field
Term
If dye penetrant inspection indications are not sharp and clear, the most probable cause is that the part
Definition
was not thoroughly washed before the developer was applied.
Term
The pattern for an inclusion is a magnetic particle bulidup forming
Definition
parallel lines
Term
A part which is being prepared for dye penetrant inspection should be cleaned with
Definition
a volatile petroleum based solvent.
Term
Under magnetic particle inspection, a part will be identified as having a fatigue crack under which condition
Definition
The discontinuity is found in a highly stressed area of the part.
Term
In perfoming a dye penetrant inspection, the developer?
Definition
acts as a blotter to produce a visible indication
Term
What defects will be detected by magnetizing a part using continous longitudinal magnetization with a cable?
Definition
Defects perpendicular to the long axis of the part
Term
What type of corrosion may attack the grain boundries of aluminum alloys when the heat treatment process has been improperly accomplished?
Definition
Intergranular
Term
Which of the following describe the effects of annealing steel and aluminum alloys?
Definition

1  decrease in internal stress,

2  and softening of the metal

Term
Which heat treating process of metal produces a hard, wear-resistant surface over a strong,tough core?
Definition
Case hardening
Term
Which heat-treating operation would be performed when the surface of the metal is changed chemically by introducing a high carbide or nitride content
Definition
Case hardening
Term
Normalizing is a process of heat treating
Definition
iron-base metals only.
Term
Which of the following occurs when a mechanical force is repeatedly applied to most metals at room temperature,such as rolling,hammering,or bending?
Definition
The metals become cold worked,strain, or work hardened
Term
The reheating of a heat treated metal, such as with a welding torch?
Definition
can significantly alter a metals properties in the reheated area
Term
Why is steel tempered after being hardened?
Definition
To relieve its internal stresses and reduce its brittleness
Term
What aluminum alloy designations indicate that the metal has recieved no hardening or tempering treatment?
Definition
3003-F
Term
Which material cannot be heat treated repeatedly without harmful effects?
Definition
Clad aluminum alloy.
Term
What is descriptive of the annealing process of steel during and after it has been annealed?
Definition
Slow cooling; low strength.
Term
Unless otherwise specified, torque values for tightening aircraft nuts and bolts relate to
Definition
clean dry threads.
Term
What is generally used in the construction of aircraft firewalls?
Definition
Stainless steel
Term
Unless otherwise specified or required,aircraft bolts  should be installed so that the bolthead is?
Definition
upward, or in a rearward direction
Term
Alclad is a metal consisting of
Definition
pure aluminum surface layers on an aluminum alloy core.
Term
A fiber type, self locking nut must never be used on an aircraft if the bolt is?
Definition
Subject to rotation
Term
The SAE made up a numbering system for metals. In the number 4130 the first digit indicates? 
Definition
basic alloying element
Term
Which bolthead code markings shown identifies an AN corrosion resistant steel bolt?
Definition
the one with the minus sign.
Term
Aircraft bolts with a cross or asterisk marked on the bolthead are
Definition
standard steel bolts
Term
Which statement regrading aircraft bolts is correct?
Definition
In general, bolt grip lengths should equal the material thickness
Term
Generally speaking,bolt grip lengths should be ?
Definition
equal to the thickness of the material which is fastened together
Term
When the specified torque value for nuts is not given, where can the recommended torque value be found?
Definition
AC 43.13-1B
Term
Identify the clevis bolt?
Definition

# 3, can use a flat head to thread in

Term
A bolt with a single raised dash on the head is classified as an
Definition
AN corrosion-resistant steel bolt
Term
How is a clevis bolt used with a fork end cable terminal secured?
Definition
With a shear nut tightened to a snug fit, but with no strain imposed on the fork and safe tied with a cotter pin
Term
Where is an AN clevis bolt used in an airplane?
Definition
Only for shear load applications
Term
A bolt with an X inside a triangle on the head is classified as an?
Definition
NAS close tolerance bolt.
Term
The core material of Alclad 2024-t4 is
Definition
heat treated aluminum alloy, and the surface material is commercially pure aluminum
Term
The aluminum code number 1100 identifies what type of aluminum?
Definition
99 percent commercially pure aluminum
Term
Aircraft bolts are usually manufactured with a
Definition
class 3 fit for the threads
Term
In the four digit aluminum numbering system the first digit indicates?
Definition
the major alloying element
Term
How is the locking feature of the fiber-type locknut obtained?
Definition
By the use of an unthreaded fiber locking insert.
Term
Why should an aircraft maintenance technician be familiar with weld nomenclature?
Definition
In order to gain familiarity with the welding technique, filler material, anf temperature range used.
Term

(1) Schematic diagrams indicate the location of individual components in the aircraft.

 

(2) Schematic diagrams indicate the location of components with respect to each other within a system.

Definition
only No.2 is true
Term

(1) According to 14 cfr Part 91,repairs to an aircraft skin should have a detailed dimensional sketch included in the permanent records.

 

(2) On occasion, a mechanic may need to make a simple sketch of a proposed repair on an aircraft, a new design, or a modification

Definition
only No.2 is true
Term

(1) in the corrosion process, it is the cathodic area or dissimilar cathodic material that corrodes.

 

(2) In the galvanic or Electro-Chemical Series for metals, the most anodic metals are those that will give up electrons most easily.

Definition
Only No.2 is true
Term

(1) A supplemental Type certificate 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 system requires no further approval for installation in a particular aircraft.

Definition
Only No.1 is true
Term

(1) The Federal Aviation Regulations require approval after compliance with the data of a Supplemental Type Certificate.

(2) An installation of an item manufactured in accordance with the Technical Standard Order system requires no further approval for installation in a particular aircraft.

Definition
Only No. 1 is true
Term

(1) Propellers are NOT included in the Airworthiness Directive system.

 

(2) A certified powerplant mechanic may take a minor repair on an aluminum propellor and approve for return to service.

Definition
Only No.2 is true
Term

(1) Manufacturer's data and FAA publications such as Air Worthiness Directives, Type Certificate Data Sheets, and advisory circulars are all approved data.

(2) FAA publications such as Technical Standard Orders,Airworthiness Directives, Type Certificate Data Sheets, and Aircraft Specifications and supplemental Type Certificates are all approved data

Definition
only No.2 is true
Term
Definition



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