Subject area K of 12
Inspection Concepts and Techniques
5-10% of the A&P General test, about 3 to 6 of the 60 questions. The FAA's test standard lists 5 knowledge elements and 5 risk management elements for this area. Here is every one, plus sample questions to try.
What the FAA tests
From the aviation mechanic test standard, FAA-S-ACS-1.
Knowledge: what you must know
- AM.I.K.K1Measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
- AM.I.K.K2Calibration and tool accuracy requirements.
- AM.I.K.K3Nondestructive Testing (NDT) procedures and methods.
- AM.I.K.K4Aircraft inspection programs (e.g., progressive, 100-hour, annual, and other FAA-approved inspections).
- AM.I.K.K5Aircraft inspection methods and tools for materials, hardware, and processes.
Risk management: hazards you must be able to spot and manage
- AM.I.K.R1Demagnetizing a component following a magnetic particle inspection.
- AM.I.K.R2Using precision measuring instruments.
- AM.I.K.R3Calibration of precision measuring equipment.
- AM.I.K.R4Selection of inspection techniques.
- AM.I.K.R5Damage prevention to aircraft components and test equipment when using an ohmmeter.
Try a sample question
Inspection Concepts and Techniques ยท AM.I.K.K4
An airplane used for flight instruction for hire reaches its 100-hour inspection limit while away from base and is flown 7 more hours to reach the shop. The inspection is done at 107 hours. When is the next 100-hour inspection due?
Practice all of inspection concepts and techniques
The full course has questions on every element listed here, with an explanation and FAA source for each.