EASA Part 66 Maintenance Practice Quiz
EASA Part 66 Maintenance Practice Quiz
Maintenance
Practice 01. Safety Precautions Aircraft and Workshop.
Question Number
4. You are involved with a fire caused by titanium swarf. What type of extinguishant should you use to
deal with the fire?.
A. Dry asbestos wool and chalk powder.
B. CO2.
C. Chemical foam. Correct Answer is. Dry asbestos wool and chalk powder. Explanation. BL/6-18 12.5.
6. The minimum 'no smoking' zone around an aircraft when refueling is.
A. 15m. B. 10m. C. 6m. Correct Answer is. 6m. Explanation. Leaflet 5-1 2.2.2.
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9. After working with epoxy resins, how is natural oil returned to the skin?.
A. Epoxy removing cream.
B. Refatting cream.
C. Acetone/lanolin mixture. Correct Answer is. Acetone/lanolin mixture. Explanation. Acetone is used to
remove epoxy resin, but it dries the skin, so it is mixed with lanolin to prevent this (same mixture as nail
varnish remover).
10. Neither oil nor grease should be used as a lubricant on couplings or pipelines carrying.
A. Oxygen. B. Kerosene. Option C. Nitrogen. Correct Answer is. Oxygen. Explanation. AL/3-25
5.4 (vi).
17. The most appropriate fire extinguisher for an aircraft wheel and brake fire would be.
A. carbon dioxide. B. dry powder. C. water. Correct Answer is. dry powder. Explanation.
AL/3-19 10.4.
18. Once a person has been disconnected from the source of an electrical shock the next step should be.
A. seek assistance immediately. B. check for breathing start AR if necessary. C. check for pulse start
cardiac massage if necessary. Correct Answer is. check for breathing start AR if necessary. Explanation.
NIL. Question
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19. What can cause dermatitis?.
A. Washing hands in solvents.
B. Not wearing eye protection when using solvents.
C. Inhalation of paint fumes. Correct Answer is. Washing hands in solvents. Explanation. NIL. Question
Workshop Practices.
2. What type of grinding wheel would you sharpen an HSS drill bit on?.
A. A green wheel. B. A course wheel. C. A fine wheel. Correct Answer is. A fine wheel.
Explanation. A Green Grit (Silicon Carbide) wheel is used for Tungsten Carbide bit tools (Non-steel). For
HSS you need a fine Grey Aluminum Oxide wheel.
4. How many teeth per inch are used on a hacksaw blade for cutting hard metal?.
A. 54. B. 36. C. 26. Correct Answer is. 26. Explanation. Blades are available 18 - 32
TPI. Greatest TPI is for hard metals.
5. How many strokes per minute are used on a hacksaw when cutting thick metal?.
A. 30. B. 65. C. 55. Correct Answer is. 55. Explanation. NIL.
6. When lifting a bulky component with a wire rope sling, the component can be protected from damage
by the sling by.
A. fabricating alternative lifting points.
B. using a suitably shaped sling.
C. using spreader bars and packing. Correct Answer is. using spreader bars and packing. Explanation.
NIL.
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8. To drill a 1/4 inch hole in titanium, the correct starting procedure would be.
A. to centre drill.
B. to centre punch.
C. to drill 1/4 inch hole direct. Correct Answer is. to centre drill. Explanation. CAIP S EL/3-3 Para. 3.2.
Question Number.
9. In a torque wrench of handle length, L = 12 in. and an extension E = 3 in, the desired torque value is
300 [Link]. the dial should read.
A. 240 [Link]. B. 375 [Link]. C. 280 [Link]. Correct Answer is. 240 [Link]. Explanation. CAAIP S
Leaflet 2-11 4.4.
10. When a torque loading is specified for a castellated or slotted nut on an undrilled new bolt.
A. the bolt should be pre-drilled, the torque applied and the nut eased back, if necessary, to allow the
split pin to be fitted.
B. the bolt should be pre-drilled and the torque increased if necessary to allow the split pin to be fitted. C.
the torque should be applied and the bolt suitably drilled for the split pin. Correct Answer is. the torque
should be applied and the bolt suitably drilled for the split pin. Explanation. NIL. Question
12. The difference between high and low limits of a size for a dimension is known as the.
A. deviation. B. tolerance. C. fit. Correct Answer is. tolerance. Explanation. NIL.
14. When comparing the machining techniques for stainless steel sheet material to those for aluminium
alloy sheet, it is normally considered good practice to drill the stainless steel at a.
A. higher speed with less pressure applied to the drill.
B. lower speed with more pressure applied to the drill.
C. lower speed with less pressure applied to the drill. Correct Answer is. lower speed with more pressure
applied to the drill. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2-27. Question
15. When drilling stainless steel, the drill used should have an included angle of.
A. 140° and turn at a low speed. B. 90° and turn at a low speed.
C. 118° and turn at a high speed. Correct Answer is. 140° and turn at a low speed. Explanation. Jeppesen
A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2-27.
16. When stop drilling a crack, what is the typical drill size used?.
A. 0.025 inch. B. 0.250 inch. C. 0.125 inch. Correct Answer is. 0.125 inch.
Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2-6.
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17. When degreasing aluminium alloys, and no trichloroethylene is available, a suitable alternative is.
A. dilute sulphuric acid. B. M.E.K. C. white spirit and naphtha. Correct
Answer is. white spirit and naphtha. Explanation. NIL.
19. When checking a torque wrench 15 inches long, the load required to give torque of 120 [Link]. is.
A. 6 lbs. B. 8 lbs. C. 10 lbs. Correct Answer is. 8 lbs. Explanation. NIL.
24. Which procedure is correct when using a reamer to finish a drilled hole to the correct size?.
A. Turn the reamer only in the cutting direction. B. Turn the reamer in the cutting direction when
enlarging the hole and in the opposite direction to remove from the hole.
C. Apply considerable pressure on the reamer when starting the cut and reduce the pressure when
finishing the cut. Correct Answer is. Turn the reamer only in the cutting direction. Explanation. Jeppesen
A&P General Technician Textbook Page 9-19.
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On a grindstone. Option C. On an oil-stone. Correct Answer is. On an oil-stone. Explanation. NIL.
Question
31. What would be the result of an insufficient clearance angle on a twist drill?.
A. It would cut slowly, if at all.
B. It would produce an oversize hole.
C. It would tend to pull through the hole Correct Answer is. It would cut slowly, if at all. Explanation.
External website. [Link]
34. After cutting a 3/8 inch BSF internal thread and stud, it is found that the stud is too large. How is a fit
achieved?.
A. Remove the male thread crests with a fine emery cloth.
B. Grind a taper on the end of the bolt.
C. Re-adjust the die and re-cut the male thread. Correct Answer is. Re-adjust the die and re-cut the male
thread. Explanation. NIL.
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35. You have reamed out a hole in a piece of titanium. How should you remove the reamer safely to
prevent unnecessary damage?.
A. Allow the reamer to pass right through the hole.
B. Remove it, but in the same rotation as if cutting.
C. Anti-clockwise. Correct Answer is. Remove it, but in the same rotation as if cutting. Explanation.
Jeppesen A&P General Technician Textbook Page 9-19.
40. What is the minimum number of hacksaw blade teeth that should be in contact with the material being
cut?.
A. 2. B. 4. C. 3. Correct Answer is. 3. Explanation. NIL.
41. When reading a blueprint, a dimension is given as 4.387 inches + 0.005-0.002. Which statement is
true?.
A. The maximum acceptable size is 4.385 inches.
B. The minimum acceptable size is 4.385 inches.
C. The maximum acceptable size is 4.389 inches. Correct Answer is. The minimum acceptable size is
4.385 inches. Explanation. NIL.
43. When using a hand file correctly, the downward pressure should be used only.
A. on a return stroke. B. on the forward stroke. C. on the forward and return stroke. Correct
Answer is. on the forward stroke. Explanation. NIL.
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44. The size of the nibs of vernier calipers can be ascertained by.
A. using the standard of 0.693 inches.
B. measuring the steel rule.
C. noting the dimension engraved on the instrument. Correct Answer is. noting the dimension engraved
on the instrument. Explanation. BL/3-4 3.5.
45. A shaft dimension given as 1.225 inches +/- 0.003 inches followed by 'MMC' should be manufactured
to what size?. O
A. 1.228 Inches. B. 1.222 Inches. C. 1.225 Inches. Correct Answer is. 1.228
Inches. Explanation. Leaflet 2-1 5.11.3.
47. The edge or surface of a part from which dimensions are measured from is called the. Option A. water
line. B. reference plane. C. datum. Correct Answer is. datum. Explanation. Leaflet 2-1 5.5.1.
50. If a test or inspection instrument has no calibration data supplied by the manufacturer, you would use
the calibration data provided by.
A. the British Standards Quality Assurance documentation referring to calibration of instrumentation and
test equipment.
B. CAAIP S. Option C. the Maintenance Manual. Correct Answer is. the British Standards Quality
Assurance documentation referring to calibration of instrumentation and test equipment. Explanation.
Leaflet 2-14 2.2.
51. Why are test or inspection instruments regularly calibrated and certified?.
A. To ensure they will perform within the required limits of operation.
B. To ensure they can handle the range of measurements required of them.
C. To ensure they are being used regularly. Correct Answer is. To ensure they will perform within the
required limits of operation. Explanation. Leaflet 2-14 1.2. Question
52. Who is responsible for ensuring that weight and balance instrumentation is serviceable before use?. A.
An engineer holding a license in the instrument category.
B. The manufacturer of the equipment.
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C. The person responsible for carrying out the weight and balance procedure. Correct Answer is. The
person responsible for carrying out the weight and balance procedure. Explanation. NIL.
53. At which frequency is the calibration of frequently used crimping tools carried out?.
A. Bi-annually.
B. Annually.
C. Every 1000 crimps. Correct Answer is. Every 1000 crimps. Explanation. Or every 3 months,
whichever comes first.
54. When using the trepanning tool, the hole to be drilled should be.
A. 1/32 inch larger than the guide pin.
B. same diameter as the guide pin.
C. 1/32 inch smaller than the guide pin. Correct Answer is. same diameter as the guide pin. Explanation.
NIL.
56. A 'light drive' fit for a 3/8 inch diameter bolt has a maximum allowance of.
A. 0.005 inch.
B. 0.0025 inch.
C. 0.0006 inch. Correct Answer is. 0.0006 inch. Explanation. AC43.13-1B Page 7-5 Para.7-39.
59. When tightening a nut on a bolt the torque loading applied is.
A. inversely proportional to the force applied to the spanner.
B. the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular distance from the point of application to
the centre of the bolt.
C. independent of whether the threads are wet or dry. Correct Answer is. the tangential application of the
force times the perpendicular distance from the point of application to the centre of the bolt. Explanation.
Torque = force * distance of force from centre of bolt.
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60. The UK standard of limits and fits is.
A. BS4500. B. BS8888. C. BS308. Correct Answer is. BS4500. Explanation. BS4500 is
Limits and Fits.
61. When using a Pacific tensiometer the correct tension is found by.
A. reading dial, provided the correct riser is used for the cable diameter.
B. comparing reading to chart provided.
C. adding reading to riser number. Correct Answer is. comparing reading to chart provided. Explanation.
The Pacific Tensiometer is NOT a direct reading type. See Pacific Tensiometer instructions.
62. What temperature should the heat gun be set for shrinking heat shrink sleeve?.
A. At the rated temperature.
B. 100°C below rated temperature.
C. 100°C above rated temperature. Correct Answer is. 100°C above rated temperature. Explanation.
Rated temperature is the normal working temperature of the heat-shrink material. The shrink at
approximately 100°C above that.
65. The picture shows a torque wrench with an extension. To apply a torque of 350 [Link]. the reading on
the dial should be.
A. 350 [Link]. B. 280 [Link]. C. 245 [Link]. Correct Answer is. 280 [Link]. Explanation.
BL/6-30 4.4.1.
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68. What should be done if a tool is found not to be working to its calibrated requirements?.
A. It should be removed from service, marked as unserviceable and sent away for overhaul.
B. It should be placed back into stores and kept in service until the next calibration is due.
C. A mechanic should adjust it to restore it to the correct operation. Correct Answer is. It should be
removed from service, marked as unserviceable and sent away for overhaul. Explanation. Tool should be
removed from service, marked as unserviceable and sent away for overhaul.
69. When carrying out soldering to an end termination and a wire, you should tin.
A. only the end of the wire.
B. neither the wire or the termination as tinning is not required.
C. both the end of the wire and the termination. Correct Answer is. both the end of the wire and the
termination. Explanation. BL/6-1 13.2.
76. The calibration of a piece of test equipment is suspect. Your actions would be.
A. calibrate/rectify immediately.
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B. note and rectify later.
C. remove from service and annotate accordingly. Correct Answer is. remove from service and annotate
accordingly. Explanation. NIL.
78. When turning the handle on a megger with the probes kept apart.
A. the needle stays at infinity.
B. the needle deflects to infinity.
C. the needle moves to zero. Correct Answer is. the needle stays at infinity. Explanation. The needle of a
Megger rests on infinity and is deflected to Zero.
03. Tools.
1. How many strokes per minute should generally be used with a hacksaw?.
A. 60. B. 30. C. 55. Correct Answer is. 55. Explanation. NIL.
4. How many teeth per inch are there on a fine hacksaw blade?.
A. 64. B. 16. C. 32. Correct Answer is. 32. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P
Technician General Textbook Page 13.
6. When using a moving coil as an ammeter the greatest amount of current flows through the.
A. bushes. B. coil.
C. shunt. Correct Answer is. shunt. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Technician General Textbook Page 3-89.
7. When using the old style vernier caliper for taking internal measurements.
A. add the nib measurements.
B. subtract the nib measurements.
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C. the nib size has no relevance and can be ignored. Correct Answer is. add the nib measurements.
Explanation. Jeppesen A&P General Textbook 9-39.
8. To carry out an insulation test on a wire rated at 115 volts you would use.
A. a 250 volt megger.
B. a 115 volt megger.
C. a 500 volt megger. Correct Answer is. a 250 volt megger. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 9-1, 4.4.2 As
a rule of thumb, the megger should be twice the voltage of the system under test.
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C. enlarge holes to accurate dimensions. Correct Answer is. enlarge holes to accurate dimensions.
Explanation. Jeppesen A&P General Textbook 9-19.
22. The vernier height gauge uses the same principle as the.
A. vernier caliper. B. bevel protractor.
C. micrometer. Correct Answer is. vernier caliper. Explanation. CAIP S BL/3-4 4.
23. One revolution of the thimble of the English micrometer produces a linear movement of the spindle
of.
A. 0.001 inch. B. 0.025 inch.
C. 0.040 inch. Correct Answer is. 0.025 inch. Explanation. CAIP S BL/3-5.
25. When torque loading, a wrench should be selected where the required value falls.
A. at the top end of the range.
B. in the middle of the range.
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C. at the bottom end of the range. Correct Answer is. at the top end of the range. Explanation. CAIP S
BL/6-30 4.5.1.
26. The test equipment normally used to carry out a continuity test on an electrical cable is.
A. a high tension circuit tester.
B. an ammeter.
C. a low reading ohmmeter. Correct Answer is. a low reading ohmmeter. Explanation. CAIP EEL/1-6
4.2.1 & CAAIP S Leaflet 9-1 4.2.1. Ques
. 27. If all three prongs on a bonding tester were shorted together, the metre would read.
A. FSD. B. zero. C. off-scale high. Correct Answer is. zero. Explanation.
CAIP EEL/1-6 3.10.2b.
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34. A ketts saw is used because.
A. it can cut thicker metal than is required by most repair schemes.
B. it is available both pneumatic and electric.
C. its low torque allows single handed use. Correct Answer is. it can cut thicker metal than is required by
most repair schemes. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Textbook. It describes it as electrical, with
the advantage of being able to cut sheet to 3/16 inch thick. Care to be taken to prevent blade from
'grabbing and kicking back'.
37. The correct size spanner for use on a unified 5/16 in. threaded hexagon headed bolt is.
A. 5/16 in A/F.
B. 1/2 in A/F.
C. 1/4 in A/F. Correct Answer is. 1/2 in A/F. Explanation. NIL.
38. The length of the Vernier Scale in a 24/25 Vernier Caliper is.
A. 0.6 in.
B. 1.2 in.
C. 2.45 in. Correct Answer is. 0.6 in. Explanation. NIL.
39. What is used to measure the depth of a blend after a corrosion repair?.
A. Dial Test Indicator.
B. Straight edge and slip gauges.
C. Vernier caliper. Correct Answer is. Dial Test Indicator. Explanation. AL/7-14 Page 12. BL/4-20 Page
9.
40. Vacu-blast beads re-used on a steel component, after being used on an aluminium component will.
A. cause clogging of the vacu-blast machine.
B. be ineffective in abrasion.
C. cause corrosion to the steel component. Correct Answer is. cause corrosion to the steel component.
Explanation. NIL.
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42. Centre punches are made of.
A. high carbon steel with the tip hardened and tempered.
B. case hardened mild steel.
C. high carbon steel hardened and tempered. Correct Answer is. high carbon steel hardened and
tempered. Explanation. The whole centre punch is hardened and tempered.
43. What type of flutes should be used in a reamer for cutting titanium?.
A. Spiral flutes.
B. Straight flutes.
C. Tapered flutes. Correct Answer is. Spiral flutes. Explanation. BL/6-18 7.1.
45. What should be the included angle of a twist drill for soft metals?.
A. 118 degrees.
B. 65 degrees.
C. 90 degrees. Correct Answer is. 90 degrees. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician
Textbook Page 2-27.
46. What should the point angle of a drill be if it is to be used for drilling titanium (drill size below 1/4
inch diameter)?
A. 90° to 105°.
B. 105 to 120°.
C. 90°. Correct Answer is. 105 to 120°. Explanation. BL/6-18 6.
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B. to allow the scribing block to be used on the edge of the marking off table.
C. to trap any dirt that may be adhering to the surface of the marking off table. Correct Answer is. to trap
any dirt that may be adhering to the surface of the marking off table. Explanation. NIL.
57. A power meter indicates that a circuit has a power of 4 kW. Separate readings of the voltage and
current are 400 V and 20 A respectively. The Power factor is.
A. 2. B. ½.
C. 20. Correct Answer is. ½. Explanation. PF = TP/AP TP = 4,000 AP = 20 * 400 = 8000 4000/8000 =
1/2.
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59. When measuring current in a circuit, the ammeter is placed.
A. in series with the circuit.
B. in series with the shunt.
C. in parallel with the circuit. Correct Answer is. in series with the circuit. Explanation. NIL.
62. If an English micrometer is showing 4 main divisions, 3 sub-divisions and the 25th thimble division
was in line, what would the reading be?.
A. 0.475 in.
B. 0.175 in.
C. 0.555 in. Correct Answer is. 0.475 in. Explanation. BL/3-5 Para 2.3, 4.1.2.
64. The leads of an ohmmeter should be replaced if their resistance is greater than.
A. 0.5 ohms.
B. 1 ohm.
C. 0.05 ohms. Correct Answer is. 1 ohm. Explanation. NIL.
65. Torque loading is determined by multiplying the tangent force applied at the free end of the spanner.
A. by the dia. of the bolt and the distance of its point of application.
B. by the distance moved by the point of application.
C. by its distance of application from the axis of the bolt. Correct Answer is. by its distance of
application from the axis of the bolt. Explanation. Leaflet 2-11 pg 3 para 4.2.
66. Which electrical measuring device needs a power source?. Option A. A voltmeter. Option B. An
ohmmeter. Option C. An ammeter. Correct Answer is. An ohmmeter. Explanation. Aircraft Electricity
and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 165.
67. When measuring voltage or current with a digital multimeter, the indication is.
A. Average values.
B. peak values.
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C. RMS values. Correct Answer is. RMS values. Explanation. A&P General Textbook Page 3-94.
DMMs are 'Average-Responding' meaning they read RMS if AC.
69. The Vernier scale of a Bevel Protractor is shown below. What is the reading?.
A. 38º 45’minutes.
B. 86º 15’minutes.
C. 63º 15’ minutes. Correct Answer is. 63º 15’ minutes. Explanation. NIL.
72. A voltage drop across a component is measured by placing the meter in.
A. parallel with the component.
B. series with he component.
C. series with the power source. Correct Answer is. parallel with the component. Explanation. Aircraft
Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 164 and CAAIP S Leaflet 9-1, 4.3.
73. Which of the following reamers would you use in a hole having a keyway?.
A. Expanding reamer.
B. Spiral fluted reamer.
C. Parallel reamer. Correct Answer is. Spiral fluted reamer. Explanation. NIL.
74. What is the purpose of a Morse taper on large sizes of twist drills?.
A. To allow the drills to be fitted to a drilling machine.
B. To ensure that the drill is fitted correctly.
C. To give a positive drive when fitted into a tapered chuck. Correct Answer is. To give a positive drive
when fitted into a tapered chuck. Explanation. NIL.
75. What should be the included angle of a twist drill for hard metal?.
A. 90 degrees.
B. 100 degrees.
C. 118 degrees. Correct Answer is. 118 degrees. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician
Textbook Page 2-27.
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76. The threads per inch on the spindle of an English micrometer are.
A. 40 t.p.i.
B. 50 t.p.i.
C. 25 t.p.i. Correct Answer is. 40 t.p.i. Explanation. BL/3-5 4.1.
77. The spring loaded ratchet attached to the spindle of a standard external micrometer produces.
A. a pre-set feel during use.
B. a means for controlling thread binding.
C. a smooth free run during use. Correct Answer is. a pre-set feel during use. Explanation. BL/3-5 2.2.
79. The name given to the moving scale on the Vernier caliper is.
A. the main scale.
B. the vernier scale.
C. the cursor. Correct Answer is. the vernier scale. Explanation. BL/3-4 fig 2 (although the whole
moving frame - which has the scale - is called the cursor).
80. What is the reading of the Vernier caliper scale in inches shown below?.
A. 0.1816.
B. 1.816.
C. 1.8016. Correct Answer is. 1.816. Explanation. BL/3-4 2.5 and fig 1.
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B. weight and length of shaft.
C. weight and type of head. Correct Answer is. weight and type of head. Explanation. NIL.
85. What does the term 'second cut' indicate as applied to hand files?.
A. The grade of the file.
B. The section of the file.
C. A reconditioned file. Correct Answer is. The grade of the file. Explanation. NIL.
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C. millimetres and half millimetres. Correct Answer is. millimetres and half millimetres. Explanation.
BL/3-4 2.5.1
93. For a drill to cut properly it is essential that the point angle be the same on each side, for general use
the angle is.
A. 12°.
B. 130°.
C. 59°. Correct Answer is. 59°. Explanation. Jeppesen A & P Technician Airframe page 2-27.
98. The vernier height gauge uses the same principle as.
A. the vernier caliper.
B. the micrometer.
C. the bevel protractor. Correct Answer is. the vernier caliper. Explanation. BL/3-4 4.
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101. Taper reamers are classified by.
A. a type number (1 to 10).
B. the diameter of the small end.
C. the diameter of the large end. Correct Answer is. a type number (1 to 10). Explanation. Taper reamers
are classified by a type number 1- 10.
102. A crimped electrical connection is suspected to be high resistance. How would you verify this
without disconnecting the circuit?.
A. Measure the millivolt drop across the connection with a millivolt meter.
B. Measure the resistance with an ohmmeter.
C. Measure the resistance with a 250 volt megger. Correct Answer is. Measure the millivolt drop across
the connection with a mill volt meter. Explanation. EEL/1-6 4.3.
104. On a long coaxial cable how would you check for discontinuities and shorts in situ?.
A. Continuity tester.
B. Safety ohmmeter.
C. Time Domain Reflectometer. Correct Answer is. Time Domain Reflectometer. Explanation. A TDR
will find damaged bits of long coax runs. One version of this question says Time 'Delay' Reflectometer -
which means the same thing.
105. If the leads of a bonding tester are damaged, what is the procedure?.
A. The damaged leads and the tester should be returned to the manufacturer for repair and calibration.
B. Provided that the damage is situated close to the end of the leads the cable may be shortened.
C. A new lead may be manufactured using the correct current rated cable. Correct Answer is. The
damaged leads and the tester should be returned to the manufacturer for repair and calibration.
Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.1.1. & EEL/1-6 Para 3.11.2.
106. When carrying out a continuity test on a circuit when a known resistance exists, what instrument
would you use?.
A. A lamp and battery.
B. A high resistance insulation tester.
C. A multimeter. Correct Answer is. A multimeter. Explanation. NIL.
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108. Live AC circuits are to be checked for open circuits by the use of.
A. multimeter set to AC volts.
B. ammeter set to amps.
C. ohmmeter set to megohms. Correct Answer is. multimeter set to AC volts. Explanation. A voltmeter
would be used because it does not require the breaking of the circuit.
112. On a vernier micrometer, what will three turns of the barrel represent?.
A. 0.075 inch.
B. 0.100 inch.
C. 0.050 inch. Correct Answer is. 0.075 inch. Explanation. One full turn of a vernier micrometer thimble
is 0.025 inch.
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C. average value. Correct Answer is. average value. Explanation. An AC voltmeter (known as Average
Responding) measures RMS.
117. A pyrometer is a.
A. thermometer for use at high temperature.
B. pyramid shaped altimeter.
C. foam/granule fire extinguisher. Correct Answer is. thermometer for use at high temperature.
Explanation. A pyrometer measures high temperature.
123. When measuring a square waveform with a multimeter, what voltage does it display?.
A. Less than RMS value.
B. More than RMS value.
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C. Equal to RMS value. Correct Answer is. Equal to RMS value. Explanation. A multimeter measures
RMS of whatever waveform it is measuring.
124. If an ammeter reads 0 - 1mA FSD, what would you be required to do to enable it to read 10mA
FSD?.
A. Place a 5.8 ohm resistor as a shunt in parallel with the meter.
B. Place a 9.9 ohm resistor across the coils.
C. Place a 9 ohm resistor in series with the meter. Correct Answer is. Place a 5.8 ohm resistor as a shunt
in parallel with the meter. Explanation. No calculation necessary (nor possible, with information given).
A shunt is used with an ammeter to bypass unwanted current.
129. A flat chisel being used for aluminium should have a point angle of.
A. 65 degrees. Option B. 30 degrees.
C. 55 degrees. Correct Answer is. 30 degrees. Explanation. NIL. Question Number. 130. A mill file can
be used for. Option A. corners less than 60 degrees.
B. saw sharpening. Option C. general purpose. Correct Answer is. saw sharpening. Explanation. External
document. [Link]
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132. Tension files.
A. can be used to cut in one direction only.
B. clog easily.
C. can cut in either direction. Correct Answer is. can cut in either direction. Explanation. Also known as
an ABRAFILE.
138. The force acting on a meter which returns the pointer to zero is called the.
A. turning force.
B. deflecting force.
C. controlling force. Correct Answer is. controlling force. Explanation. NIL.
139. The forces acting on a meter which moves the pointer over the scale is called.
A. the controlling force.
B. the turning force.
C. the deflecting force. Correct Answer is. the deflecting force. Explanation. NIL.
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140. The resistance of an ammeter must be.
A. high to create a large volts drop across it.
B. low to prevent volts drop across it.
C. low because the ammeter is in parallel with the circuit. Correct Answer is. low to prevent volts drop
across it. Explanation. Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 162/3.
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5. Before using a dead weight tester you would.
A. calibrate the tester using a standard weight.
B. pressurize the tester to the required pressure.
C. replace the oil. Correct Answer is. pressurize the tester to the required pressure. Explanation. The dead
weight tester is first pumped up to the required pressure (platform/weights floating) then gauge under test
is connected.
8. Electronic test equipment for fuel tank contents systems usually incorporate variable.
A. resistors.
B. inductors.
C. capacitors. Correct Answer is. capacitors. Explanation. NIL.
9. Before using a bonding tester, the 6 foot lead has the two prongs shorted together with a piece of metal.
What would the indicator read?.
A. Full scale left.
B. Full scale right.
C. Zero at the centre. Correct Answer is. Full scale right. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.10.2 a Infinity is full
scale to the right.
10. When using a megger to test insulation resistance, capacitive filters should be disconnected for what
reason?.
A. Remove the risk of damage to the megger.
B. Remove the spurious readings caused by the capacitors charging and discharging.
C. Prevent damage to the filters. Correct Answer is. Prevent damage to the filters. Explanation. Leaflet 9-
1 4.4.4 e AandP Mechanics General Handbook Pg 351.
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11. When carrying out a serviceability check on a bonding tester - short together the three prongs of both
probes and ensure which of the following?.
A. The meter reads 0.1 ohm.
B. A zero reading.
C. A full scale reading is obtained. Correct Answer is. A zero reading. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.10.2
(b).
12. If an insulation resistance tester is operated and the leads are suspended in free air, what will the meter
read?.
A. Zero.
B. Mid scale - it is a ratiometer movement and there is no current flowing in the external circuit. Option
C. Infinity. Correct Answer is. Infinity. Explanation. NIL.
13. When using a digital meter to test a diode, a correct operation of the diode is indicated by a volt drop
of.
A. 0.3V to 0.7V.
B. 2.5V to 2.8V.
C. 1.5V to 2V. Correct Answer is. 0.3V to 0.7V. Explanation. Forward voltage drop of a diode is 0.2V
(germanium) or 0.6V (silicon). Question
14. To check that the ident pulse is being generated from an ATC transponder,.
A. select an ATC channel and check the morse code.
B. select ident and check the indication on the instrument panel.
C. press the ident and monitor the indication on the ramp test set. Correct Answer is. press the ident and
monitor the indication on the ramp test set. Explanation. The ident is a button on the transponder panel,
which, when pressed, causes the indication on the ATCs radar screen to 'bloom'.
15. A pressure gauge is fitted to a Dead Weight Tester. The piston area is 0.25 [Link]. and the total mass of
the mass carrier and masses is 5lb. If the pressure gauge is accurate what pressure in pounds per square
inch (PSI) will it read?.
A. 1.25 psi.
B. 20 psi.
C. 200 psi. Correct Answer is. 20 psi. Explanation. Pressure = Force / Area = 5/0.25 = 20 PSI.
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18. On a static leak tester, pressure is released by.
A. an internal balance valve in the tester.
B. slowly opening the release knob for 3 minutes.
C. a bleed valve in the tester. Correct Answer is. slowly opening the release knob for 3 minutes.
Explanation. The pressure in the pitot/static leak tester must be released slowly.
19. A fuel calibration test set when used to check an aircraft with half a fuel load is connected.
A. to gauge with fuel level in parallel.
B. to gauge with fuel level capacitance.
C. to gauge with fuel level in series. Correct Answer is. to gauge with fuel level in series. Explanation.
The test set is connected in series with the fuel level conditioner.
22. When using transistorized test equipment, what should the output be?.
A. Not affected by impedance.
B. High impedance.
C. Low impedance. Correct Answer is. Low impedance. Explanation. Transistorised equipment generally
has a high input impedance and a low output impedance.
25. On a Bonding Tester the number of probes on the 60 ft and 6ft leads respectively are.
A. 1 and 2.
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B. 2 and 2.
C. 2 and 1. Correct Answer is. 1 and 2. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.10.
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7. Which pictorial projection shows one face in true elevation and line of depth normally draw at 30° or
45° to the horizontal?.
A. Oblique.
B. Perspective.
C. Isometric. Correct Answer is. Oblique. Explanation. NIL.
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B. as many dimensions as possible.
C. only size dimensions. Correct Answer is. the minimum number of dimensions necessary to enable the
component to be manufactured. Explanation. Leaflet 2-1 5.5.
20. If you are unable to identify a structure 'classification' as either primary or secondary, what action
should you adopt?.
A. Grade it as 'secondary'.
B. Upgrade it to ‘primary’.
C. Paint it red and stamp it as 'tertiary'. Correct Answer is. Upgrade it to ‘primary’. Explanation. NIL.
27. Where are correct layout, dimensioning, numbering and reference procedures for engineering drawing
are to be found?.
A. BS 31.
B. BS 1916.
C. BS 308. Correct Answer is. BS 308. Explanation. Leaflet 2-1 1.1.
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C. the drawing is ten times full size. Correct Answer is. the drawing is ten times full size. Explanation.
Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems, Pallett Page 1 5.1.
30. Lines known as short dashes (thin) are used on drawings to indicate.
A. hidden detail.
B. visible outlines.
C. cutting revolved. Correct Answer is. hidden detail. Explanation. Leaflet 2-1 table 1.
37. A drawing in which the subassemblies or parts are shown as brought together on the aircraft is called.
A. an installation drawing.
B. a detail drawing.
C. a sectional drawing. Correct Answer is. an installation drawing. Explanation. NIL.
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C. direction of fluid flow through the system. Correct Answer is. direction of fluid flow through the
system. Explanation. NIL.
45. What type of line is normally used in a mechanical drawing or blueprint to represent an edge or object
not visible to the viewer?.
A. Alternate short and long light dashes.
B. Medium-weight dashed line.
C. Light solid line. Correct Answer is. Medium-weight dashed line. Explanation. Leaflet 2-1 5.2 table 1.
46. 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. Option A. zone number. Option B. station number. Option C.
specification number. Correct Answer is. station number. Explanation. AL/7-2 6.
51. When a cutting plane on a drawing cuts a web longitudinally, the web is.
A. sectioned the same as the rest of the view.
B. not sectioned.
C. sectioned with different direction of hatch. Correct Answer is. not sectioned. Explanation. BS 308.
54. When a cutting plane goes through a bush and bolt assembly, on the sectioned view.
A. both the bush and the bolt will be hatched.
B. the bush will be hatched but the bolt will not.
C. neither the bush nor the bolt will be hatched. Correct Answer is. the bush will be hatched but the bolt
will not. Explanation. Leaflet 2-1 fig 5 5.4.1 (b).
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58. The letter A.F.D. in a circle stamped on a material indicates that it has.
A. been anodic flaw detected.
B. been annealed fired and doped.
C. an across flats diameter bolt. Correct Answer is. been anodic flaw detected. Explanation. Leaflet 2-1
Table 4.
3. The equipment required to carry out a run-out check on a shaft would be.
A. a DTI and 'V' blocks.
B. a ball bearing and a micrometer.
C. a surface plate and a three leg trammel. Correct Answer is. a DTI and 'V' blocks. Explanation.
AC43.13-1B Page 4-20.
5. Which of the following shafts would you use to obtain a clearance fit in a bush 0.750 inch diameter?.
Option A. 0.752 inch.
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B. 0.748 inch.
C. 750 inch. Correct Answer is. 0.748 inch. Explanation. NIL.
8. A tolerance is.
A. a permitted difference between new and worn dimensions.
B. a permitted variation on a dimension to allow for inaccuracy of equipment.
C. a required difference in dimension between mating parts to obtain a certain class of fit. Correct Answer
is. a permitted variation on a dimension to allow for inaccuracy of equipment. Explanation. NIL.
11. If there is a positive allowance between the smallest possible hole and the largest possible shaft, the fit
is known as.
A. a transition fit.
B. a clearance fit.
C. an interference fit. Correct Answer is. a clearance fit. Explanation. NIL.
12. After mechanical removal of corrosion on an aluminium alloy casting, the length of the blended
recess should be.
A. no less than ten times the depth.
B. no less than twenty times the depth.
C. no more than twenty times the depth. Correct Answer is. no less than twenty times the depth.
Explanation. AC43 6.118 6-23.
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C. the hole to be expanded by heat. Correct Answer is. some sort of driving force. Explanation. A press
fit is a small interference only.
15. A light drive clearance between 3/4 inch diameter bolt and hole, on a drawing would be shown as.
A. 0.005 Inches.
B. 0.0015 Inches.
C. 0.0025 Inches. Correct Answer is. 0.0015 Inches. Explanation. AC43 says 0.0006 for a 3/8 in. bolt, so
0.0015 is the closest (and reasonable for a 3/4 in. bolt).
2. A wire clamped vertically at one end and horizontally at the other end should have a bend radius of no
less than.
A. 3 times the diameter of the wire.
B. 5 times the diameter of the wire.
C. 10 times the diameter of the wire. Correct Answer is. 3 times the diameter of the wire. Explanation.
CAIP S AL/3-2 6.4.
5. The maximum operating temperature for a nickel plated copper or aluminium connector is.
A. 260°C.
B. 135°C.
C. 200°C. Correct Answer is. 260°C. Explanation. CAAIP S leaflet 11-5 para 7.2.1.
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6. What gauge of pin would a yellow plastic insert/extract tool be used on?.
.A 16 - 14.
B. 12 - 10.
C. 22 - 18. Correct Answer is. 12 - 10. Explanation. NIL.
8. What gauge of pin would a red plastic insert/extract tool be used on?.
A. 12 - 10.
B. 22 - 18.
C. 16 - 14. Correct Answer is. 22 - 18. Explanation. Boeing Standard Wiring Practices, External website.
[Link]
9. What cable would you use where temperatures are going to exceed 200°C?.
A. Tinned copper or aluminium.
B. Silver plated copper or aluminium.
C. Nickel plated copper or aluminium. Correct Answer is. Nickel plated copper or aluminium.
Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 11-5, 7.2.1.
11. What gauge of pin would a blue plastic insert / extract tool be used on?.
A. 12 - 10.
B. 16 - 14.
C. 22 - 18. Correct Answer is. 16 - 14. Explanation. NIL.
12. The insulation resistance for wiring in undercarriage wheel-wells should normally be not less than.
A. 10 megohms.
B. 5 megohms.
C. 2 megohms. Correct Answer is. 2 megohms. Explanation. CAIP S EEL/1-6 Para 4-5-4 (a).
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15. The maximum bonding resistance on an aircraft primary structure should be.
A. 0.01 ohms.
B. 0.001 ohms.
C. 0.05 ohms. Correct Answer is. 0.05 ohms. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 9-1, 3.8.
16. Before effecting a crimp, the bare ends of a cable should be.
A. tightly twisted.
B. twisted lightly in the direction of the lay.
C. straightened out. Correct Answer is. twisted lightly in the direction of the lay. Explanation. CAAIP S
Leaflet 9-3, 7.5.3.
17. The number of the dots impressed on the insulation of the pre-insulated connectors during crimping
indicates that.
A. the correct connector has been used.
B. the correct tool was used to effect the connection.
C. the crimp is properly formed. Correct Answer is. the correct tool was used to effect the connection.
Explanation. NIL.
18. The pressure of the insulation crimp jaws on the PIDG crimping tool can be changed by.
A. varying the torque applied to the handles.
B. using different coloured crimping pliers and terminations.
C. changing the position of the pins. Correct Answer is. changing the position of the pins. Explanation.
CAAIP S Leaflet 9-3 fig 2.
20. When wiring an electrical component to a plug, the live wire is coloured.
A. blue.
B. green and yellow.
C. brown. Correct Answer is. brown. Explanation. NIL.
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23. A fire resistant cable is proof tested by exposure to a standard fire for.
A. 30 minutes.
B. 5 minutes.
C. 15 minutes. Correct Answer is. 5 minutes. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 11-5 4.5 and EASA CS-1
Pg.6.
25. When inserting pins into a front release connector the inserting tool should be used with the gap
facing which direction?.
A. The centre of the connector.
B. Either direction.
C. The outside of the connector. Correct Answer is. The outside of the connector. Explanation. Leaflet 9-
3 Para.8.3.2.
26. When using a hydraulic crimping tool, after completing the crimping operation, the crimp is formed
when.
A. the bypass valve opens and the ram returns to neutral.
B. the foot pedal force is at maximum.
C. the bypass valve closes and the ram returns to neutral. Correct Answer is. the bypass valve opens and
the ram returns to neutral. Explanation. NIL.
27. The type of binding tape used for cables in temperatures above 260°C is which of the following?.
A. Nomex.
B. Teflon.
C. Nylon. Correct Answer is. Teflon. Explanation. This is probably referring to the Teflon tape referred
to in Aircraft Electricity and Electronics by Eismin 5th Edition Page 69. Also AC43 Para.11.96 z and
Appendix 1 (Teflon is Dupont trade-name for PTFE).
28. What is the minimum bend radius of a loom adequately supported at a terminal block?.
A. 10 * diameter.
B. 8 * diameter.
C. 3 * diameter. Correct Answer is. 3 * diameter. Explanation. Leaflet 9-3 7.3.
30. If a co-axial cable clamp is over tightened so as to compress the dielectric, how will the capacitance
change?.
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A. Stay the same.
B. Increase.
C. Decrease. Correct Answer is. Increase. Explanation. AC43 11-117. Decreasing dielectric thickness (of
a capacitor) increases its capacitance.
33. When using a heat shrink gun, what should the temperature of the gun be set to?.
A. 100° below the heat shrink temperature.
B. 15° below the heat shrink temperature.
C. 100° above the heat shrink temperature. Correct Answer is. 100° above the heat shrink temperature.
Explanation. A trick question. The 'Heat shrink temperature' is the normal 'room' temperature of about 20-
25°C. Most heat shrink materials shrink at around 125°C.
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38. To prevent wet arc tracking.
A. cable grips should be tight.
B. ensure hot stamp printing is controlled.
C. cables should not be stretched. Correct Answer is. ensure hot stamp printing is controlled.
Explanation. Leaflet 11-5 8.2 and 6.7.
39. When splicing a cable with a soldered joint, the operation is finished when.
A. the solder has melted.
B. the solder sleeve disappears.
C. the solder and insulation have formed. Correct Answer is. the solder and insulation have formed.
Explanation. The solder sleeve is a plastic cylinder with two rings of plastic at each end and a solder ring
in the middle. When heated the cylinder first melts on to the wires, then the plastic rings melt, sealing the
ends of the cylinder.
42. Forward release electrical connectors are removed by the wire being.
A. pushed forwards.
B. twisted to the right.
C. pulled backwards. Correct Answer is. pulled backwards. Explanation. Leaflet 9-3 8.32 II.
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45. When crimping wires, the wire should.
A. be flush with the crimp.
B. extend 0.8 mm beyond the crimp.
C. be beneath the crimp. Correct Answer is. extend 0.8 mm beyond the crimp. Explanation. NIL.
48. The value of the insulation resistance of an electric motor compared to its supply leads is.
A. greater.
B. same.
C. smaller. Correct Answer is. smaller. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 4.5.4 (c) 'Rated voltage / 150' whereas
supply leads must take the supply voltage at least.
49. According to ATA 100, a symbol code 'X' on a wiring number denotes.
A. a warning circuit.
B. a ground circuit.
C. AC power. Correct Answer is. AC power. Explanation. Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin
5th Edition page 79.
50. When securing wire after it leaves an LRU, cable bundle bends should be not less than?.
A. minimum radius of five times the outside diameter of the cable, or cable bundle.
B. minimum radius of three times the outside diameter of the cable, or cable bundle.
C. minimum radius of eight times the outside diameter of the cable, or cable bundle. Correct Answer is.
minimum radius of eight times the outside diameter of the cable, or cable bundle. Explanation. CAAIP 9-
3, 7.4 states 8 times the diameter (not 3 times, because it is not at a terminal block).
51. When terminating an aluminium cable, what preparations would be carried out before crimping?.
A. Degrease stripped cable.
B. Just terminate.
C. Apply a mixture of 50% petroleum jelly and zinc oxide. Correct Answer is. Apply a mixture of 50%
petroleum jelly and zinc oxide. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 9-1 3.5.4.
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53. A conductor after being crimped. The maximum amount of conductor which protrudes from the
terminal end should be
A. 1/32 inch. Option B. 1/8 inch. Option C. 1/16 inch. Correct Answer is. 1/32 inch. Explanation. Leaflet
9-1 Fig 1 (0.8 mm = 1/32 in.).
54. Two or more operations should be performed to strip wire with hand operated wire stripper if the total
stripping length exceeds.
A. 0.50 in.
B. 0.75 inch.
C. 0.25 in. Correct Answer is. 0.75 inch. Explanation. Leaflet 9-3 7.5.5 (d).
55. A cable loom should be protected by conduit when fed through the.
A. main equipment centre.
B. wheelwell door.
C. cargo compartment ceiling. Correct Answer is. wheelwell door. Explanation. NIL.
56. The size of proper conduit for electrical wires must be.
A. 75% larger than the maximum diameter of wires.
B. 25% larger than the maximum diameter of wires.
C. 100% larger than the average diameter of wires. Correct Answer is. 25% larger than the maximum
diameter of wires. Explanation. AC43 11-249.
57. Blue metal extract tool would be used with contacts sized.
A. 16.
B. 12.
C. 22. Correct Answer is. 16. Explanation. NIL.
58. A Silver coated conductor in an unpresurised area is subject to moisture and has a damaged coating
would be likely to cause.
A. Wet Arc Tracking.
B. Knuckling Through.
C. Red Plague. Correct Answer is. Red Plague. Explanation. NIL.
08. Riveting.
1. When riveting, the distance from the edge to the rivet (land) should not be less than.
A. 1D.
B. 2D.
C. 4D. Correct Answer is. 2D. Explanation. A&P Technician Airframe Textbook 2-53.
2. The strength of a riveted joint compared to that of the original metal is.
A. 75%.
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B. 100%.
C. 125%. Correct Answer is. 75%. Explanation. NIL.
. 3. A repair has a double riveted joint. The shear strength would be.
A. 125%.
B. 75%.
C. 100%. Correct Answer is. 75%. Explanation. NIL.
A. 1/16.
B. 1/10.
C. 1/32. Correct Answer is. 1/16. Explanation. CAIP S BL/6-1, 4.2.
7. If the thickness of a single sheet of material, about to be joined by riveting was 1/16 of an inch thick
what would be the approximate diameter of the rivets to be used?.
A. 1/16 inch.
B. 3/16 inch.
C. 1/8 inch. Correct Answer is. 3/16 inch. Explanation. CAIP S BL/6-29 Para 3.
9. When riveting, a certain clearance must exist between the rivet and the hole in which it is fitted, to
allow for shank expansion. If the clearance is too large, what could be the result?.
A. Indentations by rivet head on the material.
B. Separation of the sheets may occur.
C. Sheet may tend to buckle. Correct Answer is. Separation of the sheets may occur. Explanation. CAIP
S BL/6-29 Para 9.3.1 -Fig 4, Too small a hole causes buckling, too large causes separation.
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four 1/16 inch rivets would be required. Correct Answer is. four 1/16 inch rivets would be required.
Explanation. CAIP BL/6-27 in the NOTE below para 5.3.
11. If treated rivets have not been used within the prescribed time they can be re-treated. What is the
maximum number of times that they can be heat-treated?.
A. If no more in Stores, as many times as required.
B. Twice only.
C. Three times. Correct Answer is. Three times. Explanation. CAIP S BL/6-27 Para 6-3.
12. Rivets kept at a temperature of between –15°C and –20°C are usable for.
A. 150 days.
B. 150 minutes.
C. 150 hours. Correct Answer is. 150 hours. Explanation. CAIP S BL/6-27 Para 6-2.
16. What is the pressure range for the Avdel Riveter Type F?.
A. 40 to 60 lbs per sq. in.
B. 20 to 60 lbs per sq. in.
C. 60 to 80 lbs per sq. in. Correct Answer is. 60 to 80 lbs per sq. in. Explanation. NIL.
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B. the dolly was not square.
C. the snap was not square. Correct Answer is. the snap was not square. Explanation. BL/6-29 Para 9-3-1
Fig 4.
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. 26. If the bearing strength of a metal is greater than the shear strength of the rivet, what will occur?.
A. Rivet will joggle.
B. Rivet will show incorrectly installed.
C. Rivet will pull through the metal. Correct Answer is. Rivet will joggle. Explanation. NIL.
2. When checking a hose after installation it should be checked for freedom of movement.
A. by flexing through the normal operating range plus 15°.
B. by flexing through the normal operating range only.
C. by flexing +/-15° either side of the neutral position. Correct Answer is. by flexing through the normal
operating range plus 15°. Explanation. Leaflet 5-5 8.4.2.
7. To allow for shrinkage, vibration and whip all straight hoses must be.
A. 5% longer than the distance between the fittings.
B. 2% longer than the distance between the fittings.
C. 3% longer than the distance between the fittings. Correct Answer is. 3% longer than the distance
between the fittings. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 5-5 6.5.
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8. A flexible hose that cannot be internally inspected by eye or introscope can be ball tested by
suspending from one end at a time to check.
A. a ball of 95% of bore of hose can be pushed through with a metal rod.
B. a ball of 98% of bore of end fittings passes freely under own weight.
C. ball of 90% of bore of end fittings passes freely under own weight. Correct Answer is. ball of 90% of
bore of end fittings passes freely under own weight. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 5-5 9.5.3 a.
11. The international marking for a water injection pipeline is a series of.
A. chevrons.
B. squares.
C. dots. Correct Answer is. chevrons. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page
10-13.
12. The international marking for a fire protection pipe line is a series of.
A. circles.
B. squares.
C. diamonds. Correct Answer is. diamonds. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook
Page 10-13. Question
13. To prevent corrosion where aluminium alloy pipelines are supported by rubber cleats, the pipe should
be treated over the area of contact with.
A. french chalk.
B. varnish.
C. petroleum jelly. Correct Answer is. varnish. Explanation. NIL.
15. The maximum distance between end fittings to which a straight hose assembly is to be connected is
50 inches. The minimum hose length should be.
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A. 51 inches. Option B. 51½ inches.
C. 3 inches. Correct Answer is. 51½ inches. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 5-5 6.5.
16. The length of a hose assembly with elbowed end fittings is taken from. Option A. the maximum
length of the straight portion of hose.
B. the centre of the bore at the nipple extremity.
C. the extreme overall length. Correct Answer is. the centre of the bore at the nipple extremity.
Explanation. CAIP S AL/ 3-13 Para 2-3.
17. The international marking for a breathing oxygen pipe line is a series of.
A. dots.
B. diamonds.
C. rectangles. Correct Answer is. rectangles. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P General Technician Textbook
Page 10-13.
18. The resistance between a flexible hose and a component should not exceed.
A. 1 ohm.
B. 0.5 ohm.
C. 0.05 ohm. Correct Answer is. 0.05 ohm. Explanation. Leaflet 5-5 9.5.5.
19. Bore tests of flexible hoses are carried out using a suitable ball or bobbin of.
A. 90% of the diameter of the end fittings.
B. 85% of the diameter of the end fittings.
C. 25% of the diameter of the end fittings. Correct Answer is. 90% of the diameter of the end fittings.
Explanation. Leaflet 5-5 9.5.3 (a) (ii).
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B. 45 degrees.
C. 32 degrees. Correct Answer is. 32 degrees. Explanation. BL/6-15 6.1.
26. You find a pipe with a flare end fitting of 74°. What specification has it been manufactured to?.
A. A.G.S.
B. A.N.
C. S.A.E. Correct Answer is. A.N. Explanation. BL/6-15 6.1.
27. Bonding connections between flexible and rigid pipes are achieved by.
A. ti-wrapping the bonding lead to the pipes.
B. using a corrugated strip.
C. tucking the bonding leads between the flexible and rigid pipes. Correct Answer is. using a corrugated
strip. Explanation. CAAIP S 9-1, 3.6.1. 10. Springs.
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11. Bearings.
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9. False Brinelling of a bearing is.
A. movement of the outer ring relative to its housing.
B. indentations on the race-way due to load transferred through the bearing when static.
C. a scoring of the race-way surfaces due to ball or roller skidding. Correct Answer is. indentations on
the race-way due to load transferred through the bearing when static. Explanation. NIL.
11. When checking a ball bearing for corrosion and foreign matter.
A. rotate at operational speed and check for roughness.
B. make a strip down inspection.
C. oscillate and rotate slowly to listen for roughness. Correct Answer is. oscillate and rotate slowly to
listen for roughness. Explanation. NIL.
13. Bearings to be cleaned for further examination should be wiped free of all grease on outer surfaces
with the aid of dry compressed air for cages and rolling parts. The bearings should then be soaked in.
A. M.E.K.
B. lead free gasoline.
C. white spirit. Correct Answer is. white spirit. Explanation. CAIPa BL/6-14 8.1.
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B. Needle bearings. Option C. Plain bearings. Correct Answer is. Needle bearings. Explanation. BL/6-14
2.3.1 (ii).
19. If during an engine overhaul, ball or roller bearings are found to have magnetised but otherwise have
no defects, they.
A. are in an acceptable service condition.
B. must be degaussed before use.
C. cannot be used again. Correct Answer is. must be degaussed before use. Explanation. Leaflet 4-7 4.9.
20. Ball and roller bearings are made from a combination of low carbon steel and a percentage of.
A. Chromium.
B. Nickel.
C. Nickel chrome. Correct Answer is. Nickel. Explanation. Outer rings are made from high carbon
chromium alloy steel. Inner rings are made from low carbon nickel alloy steel and deep case carborized.
21. On inspection a bearing is found to have distortion, what action should be taken?.
A. Reject bearing.
B. No action required. Some distortion is normal.
C. Blend out distortion and re-grease bearing. Correct Answer is. Reject bearing. Explanation. NIL.
22. On inspection a bearing is found to show signs of overheating, what action should be taken?.
A. Reject bearing.
B. No action required. Some overheating is normal.
C. clean up bearing and repack with grease. Correct Answer is. Reject bearing. Explanation. NIL.
23. When a bearing has 2 parts and the inner ring and outer ring is installed.
A. neither of the practices are allowed.
B. the inner ring can be removed from its inner shaft for cleaning.
C. the outer ring can be removed from its housing for inspection. Correct Answer is. the outer ring can be
removed from its housing for inspection. Explanation. NIL.
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2. An aircraft control chain is connected using.
A. nuts and bolts.
B. quick release pins.
C. a split link and spring clip. Correct Answer is. nuts and bolts. Explanation. Leaflet 5-4 3.4.
5. How do you remove a tight link from a chain which is to be used on an aircraft control system?. Option
A. Dismantle, inspect, rectify and re-assemble the chain.
B. If the chain has a tight link, the chain has to be removed from service.
C. You may be able to remove the tight link by applying a light tap with a hammer. Correct Answer is.
You may be able to remove the tight link by applying a light tap with a hammer. Explanation. Leaflet 5-4
6.4.
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10. What fraction of the minimum breaking load should be the proof load for a chain?.
A. 0.1.
B. 1/3.
C. 0.1%. Correct Answer is. 1/3. Explanation. Leaflet 5-4 3.3. AL/3-2 Para 6-6.
12. The three principle dimensions specified for a chain is the diameter of the rollers and.
A. pitch and chain length.
B. the pitch and width between the inner plates.
C. the pitch and width across the outside of the plates. Correct Answer is. the pitch and width between
the inner plates. Explanation. Leaflet 5-4 Para.3.1. AL/3-2 3.1.
13. The distance between the centres of the rollers of a chain is called.
A. pitch.
B. crest.
C. length. Correct Answer is. pitch. Explanation. Leaflet 5-4 3.3. AL/3-2 3.1.
14. Which of the following formulas should be used to calculate the percentage extension of an aircraft
control chain? Note: M = Measured length under load in inches X = Number of pitches measured P =
Pitch of chain in inches.
A. M + (X * X) * 100 / P * M.
B. X-(M * P) * 100 / M * P.
C. M-(X * P) * 100 / X * P. Correct Answer is. M-(X * P) * 100 / X * P. Explanation. AL/3-2 6.3.1 ©.
15. The maximum allowable extension of a chain assembly over a nominal length is.
A. 3%.
B. 5%.
C. 2%. Correct Answer is. 2%. Explanation. Leaflet 5-4 6.3.2. AL/3-2 Para 6.3.2.
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18. The box unit in a Teleflex control run which is not suitable for heavily loaded controls is called.
A. Double entry.
B. Single entry.
C. Straight lead. Correct Answer is. Straight lead. Explanation. Both single and double entry boxes are
wrapped lead. External website. [Link]
2. A control cable that has been contaminated with acid should be.
A. cleaned.
B. rejected.
C. cleaned, inspected, and reinspected after a period of time. Correct Answer is. rejected. Explanation.
NIL.
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C. Run a rag the full length of the cable. Correct Answer is. Run a rag the full length of the cable.
Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Textbook 1-43.
7. When manufacturing aircraft control cables, the cable can be cut by.
A. using a hacksaw with the cable under tension.
B. using an oxy-acetylene torch.
C. using a chisel on a flat metal surface. Correct Answer is. using a chisel on a flat metal surface.
Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 2-12 3.6.
9. A 'Reel' used to hold an aircraft cable in storage should have a minimum diameter of.
A. at least 25 times that of the cable diameter.
B. at least 50 times that of the cable.
C. at least 40 times that of the cable diameter. Correct Answer is. at least 40 times that of the cable
diameter. Explanation. Leaflet 2-12 page 2 para 3.1.
10. Large control cables (45 to 120 cwt) may have tension loads that can break the locking wire or lease
lock nuts. How is this overcome?.
A. The cable is kept slightly slack.
B. Duplicating the number of cables to cut down on individual tensile loads.
C. A tube is fitted over the turnbuckle assembly and drilled to take up to 3 bolts, to prevent independent
rotation of any part. Correct Answer is. A tube is fitted over the turnbuckle assembly and drilled to take
up to 3 bolts, to prevent independent rotation of any part. Explanation. CAIP S AL/3-7 Para. 9.5.8.
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14. The best way to check control cables for broken wires is to.
A. run a rag along the cable in both directions.
B. examine them visually.
C. increase the tension and check with a magnifying glass. Correct Answer is. run a rag along the cable
in both directions. Explanation. AC43 7-149 (d).
15. If the turnbuckles in a control system are tightened excessively the result will be.
A. the cable will break.
B. the cables will vibrate excessively and cause failure of controls.
C. the aircraft will be heavy on controls. Correct Answer is. the aircraft will be heavy on controls.
Explanation. AC43 7-149 (j).
19. HTS aircraft control cables are protected from corrosion by.
A. Galvanising.
B. cadmium coating.
C. zinc plating. Correct Answer is. Galvanising. Explanation. Leaflet 2-12 2.3.
20. What is the purpose of the hole in the swaged end fitting on a swaged cable?.
A. To ensure the cable end passes the inspection hole on drilled through type fittings but leaves the
locking wire hole clear.
B. To allow trapped air to escape.
C. To allow a split pin to be inserted. Correct Answer is. To ensure the cable end passes the inspection
hole on drilled through type fittings but leaves the locking wire hole clear. Explanation. Leaflet 2-12 5.2
(d). CAIP S BL/6-24 5.2 (d).
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C. to ensure that the turnbuckle is in safety. Correct Answer is. to ensure that the turnbuckle is in safety.
Explanation. Leaflet 2-12 9.5.7. CAIP S AL/3-7 9.5.7.
24. In aircraft control cables, when a lock is fitted to the control surface.
A. it will prevent the control surface movement but not the control column movement.
B. it will prevent the control surface and the control column movement.
C. it will not prevent the control surface movement but will lock the control column. Correct Answer is.
it will prevent the control surface and the control column movement. Explanation. NIL.
26. A cable should be replaced when individual wires are worn greater than.
A. 40%.
B. 60%.
C. 20%. Correct Answer is. 40%. Explanation. AC43 Para 7-149 g. 14.1.
2. Caustic soda applied to a metal turns black. This would indicate the metal is.
A. magnesium alloy.
B. duralumin.
C. aluminium. Correct Answer is. duralumin. Explanation. NIL.
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C. burnishing. Correct Answer is. burnishing. Explanation. A&P Mechanics Airframe Textbook Page
130.
10. In sheet metal bending, how would you measure the bend radius to calculate the bend allowance?.
A. Measure to the inside of the bend radius.
B. Measure to the outside of the bend radius.
C. Measure to the inside of the bend radius plus half the metal thickness. Correct Answer is. Measure to
the inside of the bend radius. Explanation. Jeppesen A & P Tecnician Airframe Textbook pg 2-70.
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11. When dimpling sheet with a squeeze dimpling tool.
A. the jaws are not adjustable.
B. adjust the jaws to accommodate different material gauges.
C. use a lubricant. Correct Answer is. adjust the jaws to accommodate different material gauges.
Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Textbook 2-59.
15. If a non-ferrous metal being examined by chemical test turns black when caustic soda is applied to the
surface, the metal is.
A. duralumin.
B. alclad.
C. aluminium. Correct Answer is. duralumin. Explanation. NIL.
17. The sight line on a sheet metal flat layout to be bent in a cornice or box brake is measured and
marked.
A. one-half radius from either bend tangent line.
B. one radius from the bend tangent line that is placed under the brake.
C. one radius from either bend tangent line. Correct Answer is. one radius from the bend tangent line that
is placed under the brake. Explanation. A&P Airframe Textbook 5-60 Pg 232 Fig 5-118.
18. If copper sulphate is used on magnesium alloy it will. Option A. effervesce to a copper colour. Option
B. have no effect.
C. effervesce to a black colour. Correct Answer is. effervesce to a black colour. Explanation. NIL.
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19. If it is necessary to compute a bend allowance problem and bend allowance tables are not available,
the neutral axis of the bend can be.
A. found by adding approximately one-half of the stock thickness to the bend radius.
B. found by subtracting the stock thickness from the bend radius.
C. represented by the actual length of the required material for the bend. Correct Answer is. found by
adding approximately one-half of the stock thickness to the bend radius. Explanation. Jeppesen A & P
Technician Airframe pg 2-73 fig 2-131.
23. When assembling metals of different potential, corrosion may be inhibited by application of. Option
A. zinc or chromic acid & assemble while wet.
B. zinc or barium chromate & assemble while wet.
C. nothing - assemble bare. Correct Answer is. zinc or barium chromate & assemble while wet.
Explanation. BL/4-2 4.4.6.
25. When a piece of metal is bent, the surface of the metal on the outside of the bend is.
A. in compression.
B. neither in tension or in compression.
C. in tension. Correct Answer is. in tension. Explanation. NIL.
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27. The sharpest bend that can be placed in a piece of metal without critically weakening the part is called
the.
A. maximum radius of bend.
B. minimum radius of bend.
C. bend allowance. Correct Answer is. minimum radius of bend. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe
Technician Textbook Page 2-70.
29. A hole drilled at the intersection of two bends in a fabricated sheet metal component is called. Option
A. a drain hole.
B. a crack stopper.
C. a relief hole. Correct Answer is. a relief hole. Explanation. BL/6-14 2.2.3 and 3.1.
33. After solution treatment of aluminium alloy, the effect of immediate refrigeration at a temperature
with the range -15°C to -20°C is.
A. to suspend natural ageing for a limited period.
B. to permanently soften the metal to retard the onset of fatigue.
C. to increase the rate of artificial ageing. Correct Answer is. to suspend natural ageing for a limited
period. Explanation. BL/9-1 9. BL/6-27 6.2.
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. [Link] Handling - Composite and non-metallic.
1. In a composite repair lay-up, how much should each layer extend beyond the layer below it?.
A. 2 - 3 inches.
B. 1 - 2 inches.
C. 3 - 4 inches. Correct Answer is. 1 - 2 inches. Explanation. AC43 Page 3-5.
3. A mechanic has completed a bonded honeycomb repair using the potted compound repair technique.
What non-destructive testing method is used to determine the soundness of the repair after the repair has
cured?.
A. Eddy current test.
B. Metallic ring test.
C. Ultrasonic test. Correct Answer is. Metallic ring test. Explanation. NIL.
4. A non-destructive testing technique which is suitable for inspecting for delamination in Redux bonded
structure of light aluminium alloys is.
A. ultrasonic.
B. eddy-current.
C. magnetic flow. Correct Answer is. ultrasonic. Explanation. NIL.
6. How do you reduce or remove electrostatic charges which may build up on fibreglass surfaces?.
A. No special treatment is necessary because fibre glass is an insulator.
B. The surface is treated with a special conductive paint.
C. The surface is impregnated with copper strips. Correct Answer is. The surface is treated with a special
conductive paint. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.4.4.
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A. Trichloroethylene or acetone.
B. Lead free petrol/kerosene.
C. acetone or MEK. Correct Answer is. acetone or MEK. Explanation. CAIP S AL/7-6 6.6.
4. The oxyacetylene flame for silver soldering should be. Option A. oxidizing. Option B. carbonising.
Option C. neutral. Correct Answer is. neutral. Explanation. BL/6-2 12.2.4 (Silver soldering is also known
as low temperature brazing).
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C. To chemically clean the base metal of oxide film. Correct Answer is. To chemically clean the base
metal of oxide film. Explanation. BL/ 6-2 Para 5-2.
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16. On completion of soldering a non-activated flux.
A. must be cleaned off with an acid solution.
B. need not be cleaned off.
C. must be cleaned off with a selected solvent. Correct Answer is. must be cleaned off with a selected
solvent. Explanation. CAIP BL/6-1 para 4.2.3.
18. What action is taken when soldering flux residue may have lodged in deep crevices of an assembly?.
A. It must be immersed in a weak solution of hydrochloric acid and rinsed thoroughly in running water.
B. It must be immersed in a weak solution of phosphoric acid and rinsed in water.
C. It must be thoroughly rinsed with a weak solution of sulphuric acid and washed in cold water. Correct
Answer is. It must be immersed in a weak solution of hydrochloric acid and rinsed thoroughly in running
water. Explanation. BL/6-1 8.6.
20. The soldering method where molten solder is pumped from the bottom of a bath through a slot so that
a stationary wave of solder appears on the surface is known as the.
A. rotary bath method. Option B. stationary wave method.
C. standing wave bath method. Correct Answer is. standing wave bath method. Explanation. CAIP S
BL/6-1, 9.2.
22. A resurfaced soldering iron cannot be used effectively until after the working face has been.
A. fluxed.
B. polished.
C. tinned. Correct Answer is. tinned. Explanation. CAIP S BL/6-1, 6.1.1.
23. High temperature solder is used where the operating temperature is high. It is an alloy of.
A. lead / copper / antimony.
B. tin / zinc / antimony / silver.
C. tin / lead / antimony / silver. Correct Answer is. tin / lead / antimony / silver. Explanation. CAIP S
BL/6-1, 4.1.2.
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24. Soft solder is suited for joints, which are.
A. subjected to fatigue.
B. subjected to strong forces.
C. subjected to small forces. Correct Answer is. subjected to small forces. Explanation. AC43 page 4061
para 4. BL/6-1.
2. The shielding gases generally used in the Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding of aluminium consist of.
A. nitrogen or hydrogen, or a mixture of nitrogen and hydrogen.
B. a mixture of nitrogen and carbon dioxide.
C. helium or argon, or a mixture of helium and argon. Correct Answer is. helium or argon, or a mixture
of helium and argon. Explanation. NIL.
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3. Which items listed below is the most important consideration when selecting a welding rod?.
A. Thickness of the metal to be welded only.
B. Type of torch.
C. Type and thickness of the metal to be welded. Correct Answer is. Type and thickness of the metal to
be welded. Explanation. BL/6-4 2 & 4.1.
7. The primary reason for using flux when welding aluminium is to.
A. prevent oxides from forming ahead of the weld.
B. prevent molten metal from flowing too widely.
C. promote better fusion of the base metal at a lower temperature. Correct Answer is. prevent oxides from
forming ahead of the weld. Explanation. BL/6-4 2.
8. In Gas Tungsten Arc (GTA) welding, a stream of inert gas is used to.
A. lower the temperature required to properly fuse the metal.
B. prevent the formation of oxides in the puddle.
C. concentrate the heat of the arc and prevent its dissipation. Correct Answer is. prevent the formation of
oxides in the puddle. Explanation. NIL.
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11. Oxides form very rapidly when alloys or metals are hot. It is important, therefore, when welding
aluminium to use a.
A. solvent.
B. filler.
C. flux. Correct Answer is. flux. Explanation. BL6-4 8.2.2.
B. In the metallic-arc welding process, filler material, if needed, is provided by a separate metal rod of
the proper material held in the arc.
C. The inert-arc welding process uses an inert gas to protect the weld zone from the atmosphere. Correct
Answer is. The inert-arc welding process uses an inert gas to protect the weld zone from the atmosphere.
Explanation. Jeppesen A & P airframe technician textbook pg 4-4 Gas Metal Arc Welding paragraph.
15. In selecting a torch tip size to use in welding, the size of the tip opening determines the.
A. temperature of the flame.
B. melting point of the filler metal.
C. amount of heat applied to the work. Correct Answer is. amount of heat applied to the work.
Explanation. NIL.
16. The most important consideration(s) when selecting welding rod is/are.
A. material compatibility.
B. current setting or flame temperature.
C. ambient conditions. Correct Answer is. material compatibility. Explanation. NIL.
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16a. Aircraft Weight and Balance.
6. Aircraft below 5700kg not used for commercial air transport purposes are required to be reweighed.
A. every 2 years.
B. every 5 years.
C. as required by the CAA. Correct Answer is. as required by the CAA. Explanation. CAIP S BL/6-3 6.4.
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B. the individual loads on each landing gear.
C. the sum of the loads on all of the landing gear. Correct Answer is. the individual loads on each landing
gear. Explanation. Leaflet 1-4 1.2 (f).
10. For purposes of calculating weight and C of G position, an adult male (with baggage) is considered to
have a mass of.
A. 85 kg.
B. 65 kg.
C. 75 kg. Correct Answer is. 85 kg. Explanation. JAR OPS (with baggage) and AN(G)R Para 4 refers to
Flight Crew mass of 85 kg. (Cabin crew 75 kG).
12. Where would you find documented, the fore and aft limits of the C of G position?.
A. In the aircraft Maintenance Manual.
B. In the Flight Manual (or the documentation associated with the C of A).
C. In the technical log. Correct Answer is. In the Flight Manual (or the documentation associated with the
C of A). Explanation. Leaflet 1-4 2.9.4 and 3.3.2.
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B. will have a longer take-off run.
C. will have a shorter take-off run. Correct Answer is. will have a longer take-off run. Explanation.
Leaflet 1-4 3.3.1.
18. When an aircraft has been reweighed under JAR OPS, what should be done to the old Weight and
Balance Report?.
A. Kept in the aircraft logbook.
B. Destroyed after 3 months.
C. Kept in the weight and balance schedule. Correct Answer is. Destroyed after 3 months. Explanation.
JAR OPS Subpart P.
22. The Datum point on an aircraft, for measuring C of G position could be.
A. the front bulkhead.
B. anywhere on the aircraft.
C. the nose of the aircraft. Correct Answer is. anywhere on the aircraft. Explanation. AC43 Page 10-1
para F, and A&P general textbook 6-4 Pg 250 'Datum'.
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24. A load Sheet must be signed by.
A. a licensed aircraft engineer.
B. the Commander of the aircraft.
C. the Loading Officer. Correct Answer is. the Commander of the aircraft. Explanation. NIL.
27. Where would you find the information on the conditions for weighing the aircraft?.
A. Maintenance Manual.
B. Technical Log.
C. Flight Manual in conjunction with the documents associated with the CofA. Correct Answer is.
Maintenance Manual. Explanation. The information is in both Flight Manual and AMM. However the
Flight Manual is for the loaded aircraft, and the AMM is for the Basic Aircraft, the latter being most
relevant to the aircraft engineer.
30. If a new Weight and Centre of Gravity Schedule is issued, the old one must be retained for.
A. one year.
B. two years.
C. six months. Correct Answer is. six months. Explanation. JAR OPS 1.920.
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B. resistance with strain. Option C. differential currents with stress. Correct Answer is. resistance with
strain. Explanation. NIL.
2. When weighing an aircraft using elastic load cells, the load cells go.
A. as a single unit or combination of units under the aircraft wheels.
B. between undercarriage and aircraft.
C. between top of jack and the aircraft. Correct Answer is. as a single unit or combination of units under
the aircraft wheels. Explanation. Leaflet 1-4 4.5.1.
2. Removal of ice by the use of deicing fluid on the aircraft, before flight.
A. must be 1 hour before flight to enable fluid to be cleaned from aircraft.
B. will provide sufficient prevention of ice formation until take off.
C. may remove ice for a period of time depending on the airfield conditions. Correct Answer is. may
remove ice for a period of time depending on the airfield conditions. Explanation. AL/11-3 3.1.4.
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3. When deicing an aircraft with pressure deicing fluid, the sensors on the outside of the aircraft should.
A. have their heating switched on.
B. be fitted with blanks or bungs.
C. not be blanked. Correct Answer is. be fitted with blanks or bungs. Explanation. AL/11-3 5.3.1.
5. If ice and snow is found on the wings of an aircraft. Before flight the.
A. snow should be removed but ice can remain because it has no appreciable affect on the airflow.
B. all snow and ice must be removed.
C. ice should be removed but snow can remain because the airflow will remove it. Correct Answer is. all
snow and ice must be removed. Explanation. GOL/1-1 7.9.2. AL/11-3 3.1.
8. Aluminium clad alloy sheet should not be polished with mechanical buffing wheels as this.
A. will cause large static charges to build up.
B. may remove the aluminium coating.
C. may remove the alloy coating. Correct Answer is. may remove the aluminium coating. Explanation.
NIL.
10. When refueling an aircraft from a tanker, why are the aircraft and tanker bonded together?.
A. To discharge static electricity from the aircraft to the tanker.
B. To maintain the aircraft and tanker at the same electrical potential.
C. To enable the aircraft re-fuel pumps to be operated from the tanker electrical supply. Correct Answer
is. To maintain the aircraft and tanker at the same electrical potential. Explanation. Pallett - Aircraft
Electrical Systems Pg.95.
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11. When turning and towing an aircraft, why should sharp radiuses be avoided?.
A. Power steering leaks could occur.
B. Scrubbing of main-wheel tyres could occur.
C. Scrubbing of nose-wheel tyres could occur. Correct Answer is. Scrubbing of main-wheel tyres could
occur. Explanation. Leaflet 10-1 3.2.4.
12. When an aircraft is pulled out of soft ground, the equipment should be attached to.
A. the tail cone.
B. the main gear.
C. the nose gear. Correct Answer is. the main gear. Explanation. CAIP S GOL/ 1-1 Para 3-1-6.
13. When a helicopter lands, how does the pilot signal to ground staff when it is safe to approach the
aircraft?.
A. Turn the anti collision lights off.
B. Flash the landing lights.
C. Flash the Nav lights. Correct Answer is. Turn the anti collision lights off. Explanation. ANO Section 2
Rule 9.
14. When the park brake has been applied on an aircraft which has a pressurized hydraulic system and is
reading maximum system pressure, the brake gauges to the left and right main wheels will read. Option
A. no indication.
B. full system pressure.
C. full scale deflection. Correct Answer is. full system pressure. Explanation. NIL.
17. Which is bad practice for removing the ice and snow in the cold weather?.
A. Dry snow by hot air.
B. Deep ice by de-icing fluid.
C. Use brush for deep wet snow. Correct Answer is. Dry snow by hot air. Explanation. AL/11-3 5.0.
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2. What test do you do on a bonded join?.
A. Shear.
B. Peel.
C. Tension. Correct Answer is. Peel. Explanation. NIL.
5. When using a D.T.I. to check the run-out of a shaft, readings of -15 to +25 would indicate a run-out of.
Option A. 0.025 inches. Option B. 0.020 inches. Option C. 0.040 inches. Correct Answer is. 0.020 inches.
Explanation. CAIP S EL/3-3 Para. 3.2.
8. In the procedure to be followed after spillage of battery acid, neutralizing is carried out.
A. by washing with distilled water.
B. by applying a coating of Vaseline.
C. with a dilute solution of sodium bicarbonate. Correct Answer is. with a dilute solution of sodium
bicarbonate. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 9-2 5.4.1.
9. After carrying out an identification test of aluminium alloy with caustic soda, the caustic soda should
be neutralized with.
A. Chromic anhydride solution.
B. Copper sulphate solution.
C. Phosphoric acid. Correct Answer is. Chromic anhydride solution. Explanation. BL/4-2 Para 2-4-5
'Note'.
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11. Hydrogen embrittlement of high tensile steel is caused if it is treated with.
A. Zinc Chromate.
B. Nitric acid.
C. Phosphoric acid. Correct Answer is. Phosphoric acid. Explanation. BL/4-2 3.2.2 (iii) BL/7-4 5.2.
13. When checking a diode forward bias function, the positive lead of the ohmmeter should be placed on
the.
A. cathode and the negative lead to the anode.
B. anode and the negative lead to the cathode.
C. cathode and the negative lead the earth. Correct Answer is. anode and the negative lead to the cathode.
Explanation. Positive to the anode.
15. What is the maximum resistance between the main earth system and a metal plate on which the
earthing device (tyre) is resting?.
A. 100 megohms.
B. 1 megohm.
C. 10 megohms. Correct Answer is. 10 megohms. Explanation. EEL/1-6 Para 3.10.8 & Leaflet 9-1
3.10.8.
16. The three electrical checks carried out on aircraft are (1) continuity (2) bonding (3) insulation. What is
the order in which they are executed?.
A. 2-3-1.
B. 1-2-3.
C. 2-1-3. Correct Answer is. 2-1-3. Explanation. Bonding - Continuity, Insulation, Function.
17. When an earth-return terminal assembly has to be replaced which of the following checks must be
carried out?.
A. Bonding and continuity tests.
B. Bonding and millivolt drop tests.
C. Bonding and insulation resistance tests. Correct Answer is. Bonding and millivolt drop tests.
Explanation. EEL/1-6 Para 3.7.2 & Leaflet 9-1 3.7.2.
18. When carrying out millivolt drop checks on a circuit, what is an approximate guide for a correct
reading?.
A. 10 millivolts for every 15 amps flowing.
B. 10 millivolts for every 5 amps flowing.
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C. 5 millivolts for every 10 amps flowing. Correct Answer is. 5 millivolts for every 10 amps flowing.
Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 4.3 (b). EEL/1-6.
19. Effective continuity is not possible unless which of the following conditions exists?.
A. All circuit earths are disconnected.
B. The portion of the circuit under test must constitute a simple series circuit with no parallel paths.
C. All manually operated switches must be off. Correct Answer is. The portion of the circuit under test
must constitute a simple series circuit with no parallel paths. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 4.2.3. EEL / 1-6
Para 4-2-3.
21. When replacing a bonding connection and the original conductor cannot be matched exactly, which of
the following replacements would you use?.
A. One manufactured from the same type of material, but of greater cross sectional area should be
selected.
B. One manufactured from any piece of Nyvin cable having the correct current capacity may be used.
C. One manufactured from any conducting material of the same cross sectional area be used. Correct
Answer is. One manufactured from the same type of material, but of greater cross sectional area should be
selected. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.5.2.
22. What is a typical minimum insulation resistance value for an aircraft undercarriage bay?.
A. 10 megohms.
B. 5 megohms.
C. 2 megohms. Correct Answer is. 2 megohms. Explanation. EEL/1-6 Para 4-5-4 (a) & Leaflet 9-1 4.5.4
(a).
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B. weaken the skin.
C. increase drag on the aircraft. Correct Answer is. cause rivets to pull. Explanation. All three are
possibly correct, but c is the most probable.
26. You have removed a bolt from a critical bolted joint for inspection and rectification. What action
should you take prior to inspection?.
A. Before any inspection is carried out, the nut/bolt and hole must be cleaned with a solvent such as
trichloroethylene.
B. Clean the bolt shank and thread and re-grease and replace bolt and check for side-play.
n C. A preliminary inspection should be made before the hole is cleaned. Correct Answer is. A
preliminary inspection should be made before the hole is cleaned. Explanation. CAIP AL/7-5 5.4.
27. On inspection of a critical bolted joint you witness black or grey dust or paste. What type of corrosion
has taken place and what type of material is involved?.
A. Exfoliation corrosion in magnesium alloys.
B. Galvanic corrosion in magnesium alloys.
C. Fretting corrosion in aluminum alloys. Correct Answer is. Fretting corrosion in aluminium alloys.
Explanation. CAIP BL/4-1 3.1.5.
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C. metal chromates on the electrochemically. Correct Answer is. a chromate film surface. Explanation.
CAIP S BL/7-5 Para.4.
34. When carrying out a bonding test in the presence of an anodic coating, what should you do?. Option
A. Take account of the resistance of the coating.
B. Disregard the resistance of the coating.
C. Penetrate the coating so a good electrical contact is made. Correct Answer is. Penetrate the coating so
a good electrical contact is made. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 9-1, 3.10.6 and note from 3.6.6.
35. Maximum value of resistance between all isolated parts which may be subjected to appreciable
electrostatic charging and the main earth.
A. 0.5 Megohm or 100 kilohm per [Link]. of surface area whichever is less.
B. 1 ohm.
C. 0.05 ohm. Correct Answer is. 0.5 Megohm or 100 kilohm per [Link]. of surface area whichever is less.
Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.8 Table 1 or EEL/1-6 3.5.
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B. sulphuric acid rust remover.
C. phosphoric acid rust remover. Correct Answer is. phosphoric acid rust remover. Explanation. NIL.
41. The usual manufacturer's anti corrosive process to be applied to Fe aircraft parts is.
A. cadmium plating.
B. anodising.
C. metal spraying. Correct Answer is. cadmium plating. Explanation. NIL.
46. When carrying out a millivolt drop test on a terminal, the maximum value should be.
A. 50mV/10A.
B. 10mV/10A.
C. 5mV/10A. Correct Answer is. 5mV/10A. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 4.3 (b). EEL/1-6.
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C. dial test indicator, surface plate and vee-blocks. Correct Answer is. dial test indicator, surface plate
and vee-blocks. Explanation. NIL.
50. If after forming a crimp in an electrical conductor a high resistance is suspected, how would you carry
out a check without disturbing the connection?.
A. Use a multimeter set to millivolts and carry out a millivolts drop test.
B. Carry out an insulation check.
C. Use a multimeter set to ohms to check the resistance. Correct Answer is. Use a multimeter set to
millivolts and carry out a millivolts drop test. Explanation. NIL. 1
C. drilling a rivet head to remove it from the metal. Correct Answer is. drilling holes to stop a crack at
the crack ends. Explanation. NIL.
3. When inserting a helicoil insert, which way does the tang face?.
A. Away from the hole.
B. Towards the hole.
C. Towards the mandrel. Correct Answer is. Towards the hole. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Technician
General Textbook Page 8-31.
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6. When fitting a thread insert.
A. the insert should be tapped in using a hammer.
B. the hole should be expanded using a tap supplied by the insert manufacturer.
C. a thread the next size up from the original should be tapped. Correct Answer is. the hole should be
expanded using a tap supplied by the insert manufacturer. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 2-10 3.2.2.
10. If bridging strips or bonding cords are fractured, what action may be taken?.
A. The broken ends can be repaired with an “in-line” splice.
B. A new conductor should be fitted.
C. The broken ends can be soldered. Correct Answer is. A new conductor should be fitted. Explanation.
Leaflet 9-1 3.6.3.
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3. To measure the thickness of a paint finish, what type of NDT inspection is used?.
A. A woodpecker.
B. Ultrasonic.
C. Radiographic. Correct Answer is. Ultrasonic. Explanation. CAAIP S leaflet 4-5 para 1.4.
4. When carrying out a dye penetrant test, after the developer has been applied it should be inspected.
A. after 30 minutes.
B. as soon as the developer is dry and again after approximately 10 minutes.
C. after 1 hour. Correct Answer is. as soon as the developer is dry and again after approximately 10
minutes. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 Paras 7-1 and 7-2.
8. When leak testing with a colour contrast field kit, the soak time for a component less than 1/8 in.
(3mm) thick would be.
A. at least twice the normal soak time.
B. at least 3 times the normal soak time.
C. at least the normal soak time. Correct Answer is. at least 3 times the normal soak time. Explanation.
CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 Para 9-2.
9. When using a colour contrast dye penetrant kit, and a small crack is suspected in the material.
A. less developer should be used.
B. less inhibitor should be used.
C. a magnifying glass is recommended. Correct Answer is. a magnifying glass is recommended.
Explanation. CAAIP\'s leaflet 4-2 pg 6 para 7.5.
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11. Magnetic particle testing detects faults. Option A. transverse. Option B. longitudinally. Option C.
longitudinal and transverse. Correct Answer is. transverse. Explanation. CAAIP 4-7, 2.2 The flaw must
be between 45 degrees and 90 degrees to the flux lines.
12. Dye penetrant in a cold climate. Option A. takes longer to work. Option B. is not affected. Option C.
works more quickly. Correct Answer is. takes longer to work. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 Para 4-
2.
13. If after spraying the developer, red blotches appear, the part. Option A. has sub-surface defects.
Option B. was not cleaned properly. Option C. is porous. Correct Answer is. is porous. Explanation.
CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 Para 7-3.
16. To detect a minute crack using dye penetrant inspection usually requires.
A. the surface to be highly polished.
B. a longer than normal penetrating time.
C. that the developer be applied to a flat surface. Correct Answer is. a longer than normal penetrating
time. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 Para 7-1.
17. When checking an item with the magnetic particle inspection method, circular and longitudinal
magnetization should be used to.
A. evenly magnetize the entire part.
B. ensure uniform current flow.
C. reveal all possible defects. Correct Answer is. reveal all possible defects. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 2
and leaflet 4-7, 4.5.
18. Which type crack can be detected by magnetic particle inspection using either circular or longitudinal
magnetisation?.
A. 45°.
B. longitudinal.
C. transverse. Correct Answer is. 45°. Explanation. CAAIP S leaflet 4-7 para 2.2.
19. Surface cracks in aluminium castings and forgings may usually be detected by.
A. submerging the part in a solution of hydrochloric acid and rinsing with clear water.
B. gamma ray inspection.
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C. the use of dye penetrants and suitable developers. Correct Answer is. the use of dye penetrants and
suitable developers. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 1.6.2.
20. Which of these metals is inspected using the magnetic particle inspection method?.
A. Magnesium alloys.
B. Aluminium alloys.
C. Iron alloys. Correct Answer is. Iron alloys. Explanation. Leaflet 4-7 1.1.
21. One way a part may be demagnetized after magnetic particle inspection is by.
A. slowly moving the part out of an AC magnetic field of sufficient strength.
B. slowly moving the part into an AC magnetic field of sufficient strength.
C. subjecting the part to high voltage, low amperage AC. Correct Answer is. slowly moving the part out
of an AC magnetic field of sufficient strength. Explanation. Leaflet 4-7 4.9.2.
22. The testing medium that is generally used in magnetic particle inspection utilises a ferromagnetic
material that has.
A. low permeability and high retentivity.
B. high permeability and low retentivity.
C. high permeability and high retentivity. Correct Answer is. high permeability and low retentivity.
Explanation. NIL.
24. What non-destructive testing method requires little or no part preparation, is used to detect surface or
near-surface defects in most metals, and may also be used to separate metals or alloys and their heat-treat
conditions?.
A. Eddy current inspection.
B. Magnetic particle inspection.
C. Ultrasonic inspection. Correct Answer is. Eddy current inspection. Explanation. NIL.
26. Which of these non-destructive testing methods is suitable for the inspection of most metals, plastics
and ceramics for surface and subsurface defects?.
A. Eddy current inspection.
B. Magnetic particle inspection.
C. Ultrasonic inspection. Correct Answer is. Ultrasonic inspection. Explanation. NIL.
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B. a magnetic field.
C. x-rays. Correct Answer is. high frequency sound waves. Explanation. NIL.
28. Defects are indicated in the dye penetrant crack detection test by.
A. red lines on a white background.
B. yellowish green marks.
C. green lines and dots. Correct Answer is. red lines on a white background. Explanation. NIL.
29. NDT using colour dye process at temperatures below 15°C will.
A. not be affected by the temperature.
B. retard the penetrant action of the dye and penetration time is extended.
C. mean choosing alternative NDT method. Correct Answer is. retard the penetrant action of the dye and
penetration time is extended. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 Para 4-2.
30. When using dye penetrant NDT on a tank, the dye penetrant should be applied.
A. on the outside with developer on the outside.
B. on the inside, with developer on the outside.
C. on the inside with the developer on the inside. Correct Answer is. on the inside, with developer on the
outside. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 Para 9-1.
31. In order for dye penetrant inspection to be effective, the material being checked must.
A. be non-magnetic.
B. be magnetic.
C. have surface cracks. Correct Answer is. have surface cracks. Explanation. A&P General Textbook 12-
2 Pg 446 (B).
32. Which of the following metals can be inspected using the magnetic particle inspection method?.
A. Aluminium alloys.
B. Iron alloys.
C. Magnesium alloys. Correct Answer is. Iron alloys. Explanation. NIL.
33. After completion of electromagnetic crack detection, the test piece must be.
A. allowed to cool to room temperature as slowly as possible.
B. de-magnetised before returning to service.
C. allowed to lose any residual magnetism over as long a period possible. Correct Answer is. de-
magnetised before returning to service. Explanation. NIL.
34. Which of the following N.D.T. techniques cannot be used on a component manufactured from
austenitic stainless steel?.
A. Magnetic - particle.
B. Penetrant dye.
C. Hot oil and chalk. Correct Answer is. Magnetic - particle. Explanation. NIL.
35. Fluorescent penetrant processes for the detection of cracks or material defects are used with. Option
A. a tungsten light source.
B. an ultra-violet radiation source.
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C. an infra-red light source. Correct Answer is. an ultra-violet radiation source. Explanation. CAAIP S
Leaflet 4-3 Para 1-5.
37. The fluid used in the 'Oil and Chalk' method of non-destructive testing is a mixture of.
A. lubricating oil and petrol.
B. lubricating oil and lard oil.
C. lubricating oil and paraffin. Correct Answer is. lubricating oil and paraffin. Explanation. CAAIP S
Leaflet 4-1 Para 3-2.
38. Under magnetic particle inspection, a part will be identified as having a fatigue crack under which
condition?.
A. The discontinuity pattern is straight.
B. The discontinuity is found in a highly stressed area of the part.
C. The discontinuity is found in a non-stressed area of the part. Correct Answer is. The discontinuity is
found in a highly stressed area of the part. Explanation. NIL.
39. When inspecting a component which is being subjected to the hot fluid chalk process, the examination
for defects should be carried out.
A. whilst the item is still quite hot.
B. immediately on removal of the item from the chalk cabinet.
C. when the item is quite cool. Correct Answer is. when the item is quite cool. Explanation. CAAIP S
Leaflet 4-1 3.
41. An indication of porosity when using a penetrant dye crack detection method is.
A. areas where dye is not showing.
B. an area of scattered dots of dye.
C. closely spaced dots of dye formed in a line. Correct Answer is. an area of scattered dots of dye.
Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 7.3.
42. In a test for adequate demagnetization of a component after a magnetic particle test, the test compass
should not deflect.
A. more than 1° when standing due east of the component.
B. more than 1° when standing due south of the component.
C. more than 1° when standing north-east of the component. Correct Answer is. more than 1° when
standing due east of the component. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 4-7 4.10.2.
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43. If on application of developer it all turns to a pinkish hue, what has happened?.
A. Thin porosity.
B. The hue has pinked.
C. Incorrect cleaning. Correct Answer is. Incorrect cleaning. Explanation. CAAIP S Leaflet 4-2 Para 6-6.
44. If dye penetrant inspection indications are not sharp and clear, the most probable cause is that the part.
A. is not damaged.
B. was not correctly degaussed before the developer was applied.
C. was not thoroughly cleaned before developer was applied. Correct Answer is. was not thoroughly
cleaned before developer was applied. Explanation. AC43 5.60 G.
46. When carrying out a penetrant dye crack test, before the dye is applied the surface being tested should
be.
A. etch primed.
B. thoroughly degreased.
C. painted with developer fluid. Correct Answer is. thoroughly degreased. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 Para
2-4.
47. When carrying out a dye penetrant inspection, what time should elapse after applying the developer
before inspecting the component?.
A. Initial inspection after 30 seconds followed by a 2nd inspection after 10 minutes.
B. After 15 minutes.
C. After 10 minutes. Correct Answer is. Initial inspection after 30 seconds followed by a 2nd inspection
after 10 minutes. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 Para 7-2. Quest
50. Which of the following NDT methods requires that the orientation (or direction) of the defect be
known before the test can commence?.
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A. Ultrasonic and Dye Penetrant.
B. Magnetic Particle and Ultrasonic.
C. X-Ray and Magnetic Particle. Correct Answer is. Magnetic Particle and Ultrasonic. Explanation.
Leaflet 4-5 1.2.
51. Which of the following defects could not be detected by Eddy Current NDT inspection?.
A. A crack in a glass fibre reinforced plastic cowl.
B. A crack in a magnesium alloy wheel casting.
C. Heat damage of a Haynes Alloy turbine blade. Correct Answer is. A crack in a glass fibre reinforced
plastic cowl. Explanation. BL/8-8 2.
52. Which of the following methods could be used to detect the presence of tiny drops of Mercury in a
large area of aircraft hull structure after an accident with a mercury thermometer?.
A. X-Ray.
B. Magnetic Particle.
C. Ultrasonic. Correct Answer is. X-Ray. Explanation. NIL.
53. Which of the following NDT methods requires that the surface of the test piece is cleaned down to
bare metal?.
A. Eddy Current.
B. Magnetic Particle.
C. Dye-penetrant. Correct Answer is. Dye-penetrant. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 2.1.
55. When using dye penetrant field kit, removal of excess penetrant is done by applying the solvent by.
A. spraying once direct on the part.
B. spraying twice direct on the part.
C. using a lint free cloth. Correct Answer is. using a lint free cloth. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 5.3.
57. Water-washable liquid penetrants differ from Post-emulsification penetrants in that they.
A. do not need an emulsifier added.
B. need not be removed from surfaces prior to development.
C. can only be used on aluminium alloys. Correct Answer is. do not need an emulsifier added.
Explanation. BL/8-2 1.3.
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58. When using a post-emulsification penetrant, the timing is most critical during.
A. penetrant removal.
B. emulsification. Option C. penetration. Correct Answer is. emulsification. Explanation. BL/8-7 para
4.2.
60. Hot air drying of articles during liquid penetrant testing is carried out at a temperature of.
A. 75°F.
B. 250°F.
C. 130°F. Correct Answer is. 130°F. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 5.4.3. There is no reference in old CAIP S.
64. When carrying out an ultrasonic inspection, what is the gel used for?.
A. To create a good sonic coupling between the the probe and the test piece.
B. To reduce the friction between the probe and the test piece.
C. To prevent the test piece from becoming scratched by the probe. Correct Answer is. To create a good
sonic coupling between the the probe and the test piece. Explanation. Leaflet 4-5 3.4.
66. In film radiography, image quality indicators (IQI) are usually placed.
A. between the intensifying screen and the film.
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B. on the film side of the object.
C. on the source side of the test object. Correct Answer is. on the source side of the test object.
Explanation. BL/8-4 3.3.1.
67. Which type crack will probably cause the most build-up in the magnetic particle indicating medium?.
A. Grinding.
B. Shrink.
C. Fatigue. Correct Answer is. Fatigue. Explanation. A&P Mechanics General Handbook Pg.473.
68. When using dye penetrant NDT on a tank, the penetrant should be applied.
A. on the inside, with developer on the inside.
B. on the outside, with developer on the outside.
C. on the inside, with developer on the outside. Correct Answer is. on the inside, with developer on the
outside. Explanation. BL/8-2 9.
69. To detect a fault with magnetic particle flaw detection, the test requires.
A. two passes in any direction.
B. one pass in any direction.
C. two passes at 90 degrees to each other. Correct Answer is. two passes at 90 degrees to each other.
Explanation. BL/8-5 2.1.
71. Dye penetrant defects are marked using. Option A. crayon, unless used in a highly stresses area.
Option B. pencil. Option C. chalk. Correct Answer is. crayon, unless used in a highly stresses area.
Explanation. Leaflet 4-3 5.4BL/8-2 7.5.
72. A pressure vessel of thickness 1/16 inch to 1/8 inch is being tested with dye penetrant. The penetrant
should be left for.
A. 3 times longer than normal.
B. less than normal.
C. the same length of time as normal. Correct Answer is. 3 times longer than normal. Explanation.
Leaflet 4-2 9.2.
73. Which of the following NDT techniques cannot be used on a component manufactured from
austenitic stainless steel?.
A. Penetrant dye.
B. Magnetic particle.
C. Hot oil and chalk. Correct Answer is. Magnetic particle. Explanation. Austenitic Stainless Steel is
non-magnetic.
74. The dye penetrant field test kit consists of cans of.
A. penetrant, cleaner, developer and a brush.
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B. spray penetrant, spray cleaner and spray developer.
C. penetrant, cleaner and developer. Correct Answer is. spray penetrant, spray cleaner and spray
developer. Explanation. NIL.
75. The liquid applied to a component being checked by magnetic particle inspection is for.
A. acting as a transmission medium for the test.
B. to prevent corrosion occurring from contact with the probe.
C. to prevent scratching of the surface by the probe. Correct Answer is. acting as a transmission medium
for the test. Explanation. NIL.
76. Which is the preferred method of test for aluminium alloy alloy?.
A. Electroflux.
B. Magnaflux.
C. Ultrasonic. Correct Answer is. Ultrasonic. Explanation. NIL.
77. A composite flap panel has corrosion. What NDT method will you use to detect?.
A. Low voltage x-ray.
B. Coin tap test.
C. High voltage x-ray. Correct Answer is. Low voltage x-ray. Explanation. Leaflet 6-9 Appendix 1
Paragraph 4.
80. When using the dye penetrant method crack detection, the indications on a short, deep crack are.
A. single dots.
B. circles.
C. long chain. Correct Answer is. single dots. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 7.
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C. subsurface defects on all metals. Correct Answer is. surface and subsurface defects on all metals.
Explanation. leaflet 4-5 1.1 and 4.2.2.
84. When using the fluorescent ink flaw detection method, the component should be inspected using an.
A. ultraviolet lamp.
B. infrared lamp.
C. ordinary lamp and special glasses. Correct Answer is. ultraviolet lamp. Explanation. Leaflet 4-3 1.5.
85. When using the dye penetrant method of crack detection, it should not normally be used at
temperatures.
A. above 20°C.
B. below 0°C.
C. above 15°C. Correct Answer is. below 0°C. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 4.2.
86. When using the dye penetrant method, the part should be kept wet with the penetrant for.
A. 5 minutes.
B. 15 minutes.
C. up to one hour. Correct Answer is. up to one hour. Explanation. Leaflet 4-2 4.1.
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3. A hi-lock collar should be.
A. not lubed or washed because they are lubed at manufacture.
B. washed in solvent before fitting.
C. lubricated before fitting. Correct Answer is. not lubed or washed because they are lubed at
manufacture. Explanation. NIL.
5. When riveting two dissimilar sheets of metal together the joint should be protected with. Option A.
jointing compound. Option B. paint. Option C. grease. Correct Answer is. jointing compound.
Explanation. NIL.
7. What type of rivet would you use when there is access to only one side of the work?.
A. Blind.
B. Pop.
C. Hilok. Correct Answer is. Blind. Explanation. CAIP S BL/6-28.
9. What is generally the best procedure to use when removing a solid shank rivet?.
A. Drill through the manufactured head and shank with a drill one size smaller than the rivet and remove
the rivet with a punch.
B. Drill through the manufactured head and shank with a shank size drill and remove the rivet with a
punch.
C. Drill to the base of the manufactured rivet head with a drill one size smaller than the rivet shank and
remove the rivet with a punch. Correct Answer is. Drill to the base of the manufactured rivet head with a
drill one size smaller than the rivet shank and remove the rivet with a punch. Explanation. CAAIP S
Leaflet 6-4 3.7.1 says 'drill equal in diameter than that of the rivet', but CAIP S BL/6-29 para 10.1 says
'slightly smaller'. Both documents say 'to the base of the head only'.
10. What action is taken with a common circlip removed from a component?.
A. It is replaced with a new item on assembly.
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B. It is checked for springiness.
C. It is examined for distortion. Correct Answer is. It is checked for springiness. Explanation. NIL.
11. The maximum bolt diameter for which a 1/16 split pin may be used is.
A. 7/16.
B. 1/4.
C. 3/8. Correct Answer is. 3/8. Explanation. Leaflet 2-5 table 1.
14. When fitting Rivnuts into position, how are they secured and prevented from rotating?.
A. Locknut at the rear.
B. A locating key.
C. Peened. Correct Answer is. A locating key. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician
Textbook Page 2-48.
17. Which type of repair has to be used where the damage is large and lost strength of the area has to be
restored?.
A. Filling plate and patch.
B. Patch repair to the punctured skin.
C. Insert and butt strap. Correct Answer is. Insert and butt strap. Explanation. NIL.
18. Which of the following actions would be taken to fit a locking device to a nut or bolt, if the correct
torque has been reached but the locking device will not fit?.
A. Tighten further until device fits.
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B. File the base of the nut.
C. Change the nut or bolt for one that will achieve the desired condition. Correct Answer is. Change the
nut or bolt for one that will achieve the desired condition. Explanation. BL/6-30 para 3.3.
19. In the Push-pull tube linkage used in aircraft flying control systems, how is the length of the tube
adjusted?.
A. Fit anew push-pull tube.
B. By adjusting end fittings at each end of the tube.
C. It is fixed and does not require adjusting. Correct Answer is. By adjusting end fittings at each end of
the tube. Explanation. NIL.
21. When fitting a hydraulic component, the hydraulic seal should be lubricated with.
A. with a specified hydraulic oil.
B. grease.
C. the same fluid that is used in the hydraulic system (e.g. skydrol). Correct Answer is. the same fluid
that is used in the hydraulic system (e.g. skydrol). Explanation. Hydraulic seals are lubricated with the
same hydraulic fluid that they are used with.
24. Which of the following jointing compounds should not be used in the vicinity of a joint where the
temperature may exceed 200°C?.
A. DTD 900.
B. DTD 200.
C. DTD 369. Correct Answer is. DTD 369. Explanation. CAIP S AL/7-8 3.4.
25. Why is jointing compound applied to the surfaces of material being joined together prior to riveting?.
A. To act as a sealant and prevent filiform corrosion.
B. To inhibit electrolytic action.
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C. To prevent swarf damage. Correct Answer is. To inhibit electrolytic action. Explanation. CAIP S
BL/6-29.
31. What does 18N and contiguous circles on the head of a bolt indicate?.
A. 1.8 inch threaded portion and plain shank 1/2 inch UNF.
B. 1.8 inch nominal length 1/2 inch BSF.
C. 1.8 inch plain shank 1/2 inch UNF. Correct Answer is. 1.8 inch plain shank 1/2 inch UNF.
Explanation. Leaflet 3-3 2.3.4. BL/2-3 2.1.2.
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. 1. Immediately after carrying out an insulation check, which of the following applies?.
A. A continuity check must be carried out before switching on the circuit for the first time.
B. The readings observed and the atmospheric conditions at the time should be noted and compared to
previous readings.
C. The observed readings should be noted and an independent check carried out by another engineer.
Correct Answer is. The readings observed and the atmospheric conditions at the time should be noted and
compared to previous readings. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 4.5.3. EEL / 1-6 Para 4-5-3.
2. An Insulation test is carried out on a group of cables and a low reading obtained. What action would
you take?.
A. A low reading would be expected because the cables are in parallel.
B. Change or renew all the cables involved in the test.
C. Break the circuit down and carry out further checks. Correct Answer is. Break the circuit down and
carry out further checks. Explanation. EEL / 1-6 Para 4-4-2 & Leaflet 9-1 4.4.2.
4. After the normal function test of an individual circuit has been completed and the circuit switched off.
A. a second function test must be carried out to verify the first.
B. the fuse should be removed and the circuit again switched on to check the isolation of the circuit
concerned.
C. a duplicate check must be carried out in accordance with AWN 3. Correct Answer is. the fuse should
be removed and the circuit again switched on to check the isolation of the circuit concerned. Explanation.
CAIP S EEL/1-6 Para 4-6-3.
5. A millivolt drop check is to be carried out on a heavy duty relay. The Millivoltmeter would be
connected to the relay.
A. when contacts closed and power is on.
B. when contacts open and power off.
C. when contacts are open and power is on. Correct Answer is. when contacts closed and power is on.
Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 Para.4.3.
7. When checking resistance of a cable to the starter motor what test is carried out?.
A. Millivolt drop test.
B. Safety Ohmmeter.
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C. Time Domain Reflectometer. Correct Answer is. Millivolt drop test. Explanation. NIL. 19a. Abnormal
Events.
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8. A lightning strike on an aircraft would show.
A. the entry and exit point.
B. the entry point only.
C. the exit point only. Correct Answer is. the entry and exit point. Explanation. NIL.
9. When an engine is not in direct electrical contact with its mounting, how should it be bonded?.
A. With at least one primary conductor.
B. With at least two primary conductors on one side of the engine.
C. With at least two primary conductors, one each side of the engine. Correct Answer is. With at least
two primary conductors, one each side of the engine. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.5.9. EEL/1-6 Para 3.5.7.
13. Whenever possible a functional test should be carried out on an aircraft using which power supply?.
A. The aircraft battery.
B. The aircraft generators.
C. An external supply. Correct Answer is. An external supply. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 4.6.1.
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16. In order to maintain HIRF protection, bonding checks between airframe and electrical components
carrying voltages greater than 50V RMS or dc should not exceed.
A. 0.05 ohm.
B. 1 ohm.
C. 1 M ohm. Correct Answer is. 1 ohm. Explanation. Leaflet 9-1 3.8 table 1CAIP S EEL/1-6 Para 3.8
Table 1.
17. Ribbon cables affected by mutual impedance and current loop leakage should be protected by.
A. earthing each alternate conductor to separate points.
B. connecting all conductors to a common earth.
C. shielding each individual conductor. Correct Answer is. earthing each alternate conductor to separate
points. Explanation. NIL.
. 1. An aircraft with under-wing mounted engines has a heavy landing, where would you expect to see
wrinkling of the skins?.
A. Bottom skin caused by engine inertia.
B. Top skin only.
C. On the top and bottom skins. Correct Answer is. On the top and bottom skins. Explanation. Leaflet 6-
3 2.6 (a) and AL/7-1 Para 2-6 (a).
3. What is the reason for a primary bonding connection’s large cross-sectional area?.
A. To carry the static discharge current to the conducting nose wheel.
B. To carry lightening discharge current should the need arise.
C. To maintain the airframe at the same potential throughout. Correct Answer is. To carry lightening
discharge current should the need arise. Explanation. CAAIP S leaflet 9-1 3.3.1 Jeppesen A&P
Mechanics Handbook Pg.452.
5. On an aircraft which has had a heavy landing, on the lower wing you may see.
A. sagging.
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B. hogging.
C. wrinkling. Correct Answer is. wrinkling. Explanation. Leaflet 6-3 para.2.6.
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B. with an approval certificate by the CAA.
C. by the operator with CAA approval. Correct Answer is. by the operator with CAA approval.
Explanation. BCAR A/B 6-2 Para. 3.4.
7. After a mandatory inspection has been carried out by a Licensed Engineer, what is issued.
A. a Certificate of Maintenance Review.
B. Certificate of Release to Service.
C. a Flight Release Certificate. Correct Answer is. Certificate of Release to Service. Explanation. NIL.
8. A hard time engine inspection involves. Option A. replacement with a new or overhauled component.
Option B. an in-situ function test.
C. removal of an engine component, its inspection and refitting. Correct Answer is. replacement with a
new or overhauled component. Explanation. Leaflet 1-7 2.2.1.
11. If the operator varies the content of the maintenance schedule, what action must be taken?.
A. Amend the Maintenance Schedule and seek the CAA approval.
B. Await CAA approval before amending the Maintenance Schedule.
C. Amend the Maintenance Schedule. Correct Answer is. Await CAA approval before amending the
Maintenance Schedule. Explanation. NIL.
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14. Information contained in the ANO is.
A. of a legal nature in all sections and is therefore mandatory.
B. of a mandatory nature where safety is concerned.
C. written in compliance of the Civil Aviation Act of 1943 ratifying the ICAO Convention. Correct
Answer is. of a legal nature in all sections and is therefore mandatory. Explanation. NIL.
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B. an operator has satisfied the CAA of his competence.
C. the aircraft has been maintained to an approved schedule. Correct Answer is. a task has been carried
out in accordance with the ANO. Explanation. NIL.
24. What colour is used to identify a 'primary structure' when using the aircraft Maintenance Manual?.
A. Yellow.
B. Green.
C. Red. Correct Answer is. Red. Explanation. NIL.
25. Which of the following NDT methods can be carried out and certified by a mechanic not approved
specifically for NDT inspections.
A. Ultrasonic.
B. Magnetic Particle.
C. Neither of the above. Correct Answer is. Neither of the above. Explanation. AWN 3 para 1.7.
26. B.C.A.R’s.
A. contain minimum requirements to be met.
B. are issued by Ministry of Trade and Industry.
C. detail mandatory requirements for aircraft design and construction. Correct Answer is. contain
minimum requirements to be met. Explanation. CAIP S BL / 1-9 Para 6-1.
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C. inspections signed by a mechanic and countersigned by an approved signatory or licensed engineer.
Correct Answer is. inspections certified by one approved signatory or LAE and then certified by a second
approved signatory or LAE. Explanation. NIL.
29. When related to aeronautical engineering, the term 'Inspection' is defined in the publication.
A. Airworthiness Notice (AWN) 3.
B. ANO article 11
C. BCAR Section L. Correct Answer is. Airworthiness Notice (AWN) 3. Explanation. AWN 3 page 2
para 1.2 (d).
30. The technical laws relating to Civil Aviation are contained in.
A. the Civil Aircraft Inspection Procedures.
B. the Air Navigation Order.
C. the Civil Aviation Act 1971. Correct Answer is. the Air Navigation Order. Explanation. NIL
31. Civil aircraft manufactured in the UK are constructed from parts that have been.
A. manufactured to approved drawings.
B. manufactured by British Aerospace.
C. tested to destruction. Correct Answer is. manufactured to approved drawings. Explanation. NIL.
32. Design drawings of aircraft components are produced by organizations approved by.
A. C.A.A. in accordance with BCAR.
B. British Standards Institute.
C. S.B.A.C. Correct Answer is. C.A.A. in accordance with BCAR. Explanation. CAIP S BL / 1-4 Para 2.
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C. No, nothing in CAAIPs is mandatory. Correct Answer is. No, nothing in CAAIPs is mandatory.
Explanation. NIL.
37. With a serviceable chain not required for use, how should you store it?.
A. Lay the chain flat in full length , lubricate and wrap in brown paper to exclude all dirt and moisture.
B. Clean, lubricate, wrap the chain in grease proof paper and suspend.
C. Carefully coil, lubricate, lay flat and wrap in grease proof paper. Correct Answer is. Carefully coil,
lubricate, lay flat and wrap in grease proof paper. Explanation. DLeaflet 5-4 6.7. CAIP S AL/3-2 Para 6.7.
38. What is the licensed engineer responsible for when fitting a new component to an aircraft?.
A. That the paperwork is signed by an approved signatory.
B. That is has a green serviceable tag.
C. The correct part number, the modification state and the serviceability of the component. Correct
Answer is. The correct part number, the modification state and the serviceability of the component.
Explanation. NIL.
39. If an aircraft exceeded the RVSM, when shall the crew report the incident in the appropriate channels.
A. 48 hrs.
B. 24 hrs.
C. 72 hrs. Correct Answer is. 72 hrs. Explanation. Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum excedance is
an 'Incident'. JAR OPS Subpart D. Para.1.420.
40. If the aircraft is away from base who may certify the second part of the duplicate inspection?. Option
A. a pilot with a licence for the aircraft type.
B. a pilot with a licence for any similar aircraft type.
C. any licensed engineer. Correct Answer is. a pilot with a licence for the aircraft type. Explanation.
BCAR A/B 6-2 10.3.9.
43. Sector record pages from the Tech Logs, must be.
A. at least duplicated.
B. retained for two years from the date of issue.
C. retained for four years from the last effective date. Correct Answer is. at least duplicated. Explanation.
BCAR A/B 7-8 Para.4.1.
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44. Minimum equipment to be carried is listed in.
A. JAR 145.
B. JAR OPS.
C. JAR 25. Correct Answer is. JAR OPS. Explanation. JAR OPS subpart K.
49. When receiving new parts it is the responsibility of the engineer to check.
A. it has a green serviceable label attached.
B. it is of the correct modification state and is serviceable.
C. it was designed to acceptable standards. Correct Answer is. it is of the correct modification state and is
serviceable. Explanation. AWN 3.
50. For airworthiness purposes, aircraft structural parts are graded as.
A. primary, secondary and tertiary.
B. class A, B and C.
C. 1, 2 and 3. Correct Answer is. primary, secondary and tertiary. Explanation. Primary, secondary and
tertiary are the three 'structure' classifications.
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52. A [Link] A. for export.
A. does not give authority by it self for the aircraft to fly.
B. gives authority for the aircraft to fly.
C. is required before aircraft registration in a foriegn country. Correct Answer is. does not give authority
by it self for the aircraft to fly. Explanation. NIL.
53. A fitness for flight is issued for an aircraft after a major modification by.
A. the pilot, type rated on that particular aircraft.
B. a appropriate licensed aircraft engineer.
C. a CAA surveyor or person approved within the CAA. Correct Answer is. a appropriate licensed
aircraft engineer. Explanation. NIL.
55. A Part-66 licensed engineer, when signing a CRS for a non-Part-145 company would need to have.
A. maintenance experience for 6 months within the last 24 months.
B. an aircraft type refresher in the last 24 months.
C. maintenance experience for 4 months within the last 24 months. Correct Answer is. maintenance
experience for 6 months within the last 24 months. Explanation. NIL.
56. A National UK licensed engineer, when signing a CRS would need to have.
A. an aircraft type refresher in the last 24 months.
B. maintenance experience for 4 months within the last 24 months.
C. maintenance experience for 6 months within the last 24 months. Correct Answer is. maintenance
experience for 6 months within the last 24 months. Explanation. AWN 3 (issue 20) pg 4 para 1.8.
58. On a pre flight check you notice an instrument glass is cracked. You should.
A. enter into technical log.
B. check MEL.
C. tell oncoming captain. Correct Answer is. check MEL. Explanation. NIL.
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C. A task that someone else has completed. Correct Answer is. A task he has been locally trained for.
Explanation. NIL.
2. When removing a piece of equipment from an aircraft that supports the aircraft, what should you do?.
A. Go ahead and remove the part.
B. Wait for the new part to arrive before replacing.
C. Fit a jury strut in place of the removed part. Correct Answer is. Fit a jury strut in place of the removed
part. Explanation. NIL.
5. What is the problem with using a megger on a piece of equipment containing capacitors.
A. Fluctuating readings will occur while the capacitors charge up.
B. Feedback from the capacitors will blow the megger up.
C. Impedance in the capacitors will give a false high reading. Correct Answer is. Fluctuating readings
will occur while the capacitors charge up. Explanation. NIL.
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