Part 135 operations

Question 1

Which of the following three points does a aircraft inspection program need to contain in accordance with 14 CFR Part 135?

Answer 1

1. Instructions and procedures for the conduct of aircraft inspections
2. A schedule for the performance of the aircraft inspections
3. Instructions and procedures for recording discrepancies found during inspections

Question 2

Which additional maintenance requirements under 14 CFR Part 135 must be incorporated into the maintenance program, when operating a single engine aircraft, carrying passengers in IFR-operations?

Answer 2

1. The manufacturer’s recommended engine trend monitoring program, which includes an oil analysis, if appropriate, or
2. An FAA approved engine trend monitoring program that includes an oil analysis at each 100 hour interval or at the manufacturer’s suggested interval, whichever is more frequent.

Question 3

True or false: An aircraft owner/operator operating his aircraft under 14 CFR Part 135 operations must have a training program set up for persons performing maintenance or preventive maintenance functions.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What is the definition of a maintenance provider according to 14 CFR Part 135?

Answer 4

A person who performs maintenance, preventive maintenance, or an alteration for a certificate holder other than a person who is trained by and employed directly by that certificate holder.

Question 5

True or false: A pilot (with no A&P mechanic license) may perform minor maintenance on his/her aircraft when operating under 14 CFR Part 135.

Answer 5

False. According to 14 CFR Part 135.429: No person may use any person to perform required inspections unless the person performing the inspection is appropriately certificated, properly trained, qualified, and authorized to do so.