AIRWORTHINESS OF AIRCRAFT

Question 1

The Standards of Airworthiness, detailed in Annex 8 Part 3 are applicable to aeroplanes with certificated maximum take-off mass _________, intended for the carriage of passengers, cargo or mail in international air navigation. Unless specifically exempted, the standards apply to the complete aeroplane ____________. For the standards to be applicable; the aircraft must have at least ___________.

Answer 1

The Standards of Airworthiness, detailed in Annex 8 Part 3 are applicable to aeroplanes with certificated maximum take-off mass greater than 5 700kg, intended for the carriage of passengers, cargo or mail in international air navigation. Unless specifically exempted, the standards apply to the complete aeroplane including power-units, systems and equipment. For the standards to be applicable; the aircraft must have at least two engines.

Question 2

Certificate of Airworthiness (CofA)

Answer 2

A Certificate of Airworthiness (CofA) is issued by the State of Registration when satisfactory evidence is provided that the aeroplane complies with the appropriate airworthiness requirements. ICAO has specified a standard form of C of A which is to include the nationality and registration marks, manufacturer and designation of the aircraft (i.e. Boeing 747-400), aircraft serial number (i.e. the airframe number like a car chassis
number).

Question 3

The State of Design is to ensure that a continuing structural integrity programme, including
information concerning corrosion control, is maintained in respect of aeroplanes:
a. with maximum certificated take-off mass less than 5700kg.
b. with maximum certificated take-off mass greater than 5700kg.
c. with maximum certificated take-off mass equal to 5700kg.
d. with maximum certificated take-off mass not more than 5700kg.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

The continuing validity of a Certificate of Airworthness of an aircraft is subject to the laws of:
a. the State of Registration.
b. the State of Registration or the State of the Operator.
c. the State of Operator.
d. the State of Registration and the State of Design.

Answer 4

A