Module 7 (B1)

Maintenance Practices

1. Where would you disconnect a chain?

# a) At a bolted joint.
b) At a spring clip joint.
c) At an riveted joint.

2. How many strokes per minute should be used with a hacksaw?

# a) 30
b) 55
c) 60

3. How many times can a locking plate be used?

a) once, then discarded
# b) Indefinitely providing it is a good fit around the component to
be locked
c) 3 times, then discarded

4. In a front release connector the pin will be :

# a) released from the front and extracted from the rear
b) released from rear and extracted from the front
c) released from the front and extracted from the front

5. What cable would you use where temperatures are going to exceed
200 degrees C?
a) Aluminum
b) Silver plated
# c) Nickel plated

6. Brinelling of a wheel bearing could be caused by :

# a) heavy landing
b) rotation of the outer race in the wheel housing
c) overheating of the brakes

7. A hi-lock collar should be:

a) lubricated before fitting
b) washed in solvent before fitting
# c) not lubed or washed because they are lubed at manufacture

8. Mandatory Warning Plagues and symbols :

# a) must be displayed on all flights
b) must be displayed in the cabin only if they are legible
c) need not be displayed if they are incorporated in the flight
manual

9. A chain removed for routine inspection:

# a) does not need proof loading
b) must be proof loaded to 50%
c) must be proof loaded to 150%
10. Taper pins resist what loads :
# a) shear
b) tension
c) compression

11. The pipe flaring angle is :

# a) 37o
b) 25o
c) 45o

12. What is a drill cutting angle?

# a) 59o
b) 12o - 15o
c) 125o - 135o

13. When drilling out a rivet, use a drill :

# a) same size as the hole
b) larger than the hole
c) smaller than the hole

14. A dry joint in soldering is caused by

a) flux not used
# b) components not hot enough
c) wrong solder used

15. What type of drill would you use on carbon fiber?

a) carburundum
b) tungsten carbide
# c) diamond tipped

16. After welding why would you normalize to :

a) remove carbon build up from the welded joint
# b) release the stresses from the material
c) remove oxidation from the welded joint

17. A stud broken off below the surface is removed by:

a) using a stud box
b) cutting a slot in it and removing with a screwdriver
# c) a stud remover tool fitted into a drilled hole

18. Following a major defect the C of A:

# a) will be suspended until the defect is rectified.
b) will be invalidated and needs renewing.
c) is not affected, however may run out on a time basis.

19. Brinelling of a bearing is:

# a) shallow smooth depressions caused by the rollers being
forced against the cup, due to over-torquing
b) bluing of the bearing due to overheating
c) indentations in the race surface caused by continual static
vibration
20. The purpose of a joggle is:
a) to act as a tea stopper
# b) to produce a flush fit at a metal joint
c) to make the holes for a rivet line up

21. When riveting two dissimilar sheets of metal together the joint
should be protected with:
a) paint
b) grease
# c) jointing compound

22. Caustic soda applied to a metal turns black. This would indicate the
metal is :
a) aluminum
# b) duralumin
c) magnesium alloy

23. Proof testing after cable installation is :

# a) not required
b) sometimes required
c) always required

24. An aircraft control chain is connected using:

a) a split link and spring clip
b) quick release pins
# c) nuts and bolts

25. If a control chain can be lifted clear of a tooth, it should be:

# a) removed and an elongation check carried out
b) cleaned, retensioned and inspected after a period of time
c) rejected as unserviceable

26. A control cable that has been contaminated with acid should be:
a) cleaned
b) cleaned, inspected, and reinspected after a period of time
# c) rejected

27. Removal of a scratch from a sheet of metal requires:

a) burnishing
# b) blending
c) polishing

28. When dimpling a sheet of metal you would require:

a) a male die only
# b) a male and female die
c) an oversized rivet and special reaction block

29. A micro-shaver is used to:

a) cut rivets to length prior to forming
b) trim the shank diameter prior to forming
# c) mill the rivet head after forming
30. The skin on an aircraft is normally manufactured from:
# a) 2024 aluminum alloy
b) 2117 aluminum alloy
c) 7075 aluminum alloy

31. Springs are manufactured from:

a) high carbon alloy steel with low strength requirements
b) low carbon alloy steel with high strength requirements
# c) high carbon alloy steel with high strength requirements

32. The mold point is:

# a) an imaginary point from which real base measurements are
provided
b) the centre of curvature of a radiused corner in a metal
fabricated component
c) the mid point in the thickness of a sheet of metal to which the
radius dimension is calculated

33. Relief holes are :

# a) holes drilled in the corner of a metal box to prevent cracking
b) holes drilled in a battery container to provide drainage
c) holes drilled to stop a crack

34. The 'setback' is :

# a) the distance from the mold point to the bend tangent line
b) the distance from the bend tangent line to the setback line
c) the distance from the edge of the metal to the bend tangent
line

35. A balance cable is installed in a control system to :

a) allow the aircraft to be flown 'hands off'
b) correct for wing heaviness
# c) enable the cable to be tensioned

36. Faying surfaces are:

a) surfaces that have been treated with anti-corrosion compound
b) surfaces that are stressed
# c) surfaces that are in contact with each other

37. After a heavy landing you should inspect :

a) the engine module alignment
# b) the engine thrust alignment
c) the engine toe-in

38. The flux used during brazing is a mixture of water and:

# a) borax powder
b) hydrochloric acid
c) zinc chloride
39. A wear check on a cylinder head valve spring should include :
a) diameter and length
# b) length under load
c) length off-load

40. A tapered roller bearing is designed to take:

a) radial loads only
b) axial loads only
# c) both radial and axial loads

41. When riveting, the distance from the edge to the rivet (land) should
not be less than :
a) 1D
# b) 2D
c) 4D

42. The type of flux to be used When soft soldering on aircraft is:
a) active
# b) non-active
c) either active or non-active

43. When carrying out a pressure test on a pipe it should be :

a) twice the working pressure for two minutes
b) three times the working pressure for five minutes
# c) 1.5 times the working pressure

44. When checking a hose after installation it should be checked for

freedom of movement:
a) by flexing +/- 15o either side of the neutral position
# b) by flexing through the normal operating range plus 15o
c) by flexing through the normal operating range only

45. If the outer cover of a flexible hose is found to be cracked :

a) it is unserviceable since it may have a restricted flow
b) it is unserviceable since it may leak
# c) it may still be serviceable

46. A rigid hydraulic pipe requires shaping. It should be carried out :

# a) as supplied
b) after annealing
c) after age hardening

47. The maximum permissible bow in a steel tube is:

a) 1:400
# b) 1:600
c) 1:200

48. The strength of a riveted joint compared to that of the original metal
is :
# a) 75%
b) 100%
c) 125%
49. A repair has a double riveted joint. The shear strength would be :
a) 75%
# b) 100%
c) 125%

50. 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

51. Fretting corrosion on a braided pipe would mean it was:

# a) unserviceable and should be replaced
b) not necessarily unserviceable
c) only unserviceable if the corrosion penetrates the braids

52. When weighing an aircraft the hydrostatic weighing units are

positioned :
a) one under each jack
# b) one on top of each jack
c) either under or on top of each jack

53.To enable a composite panel to dissipate static charge it would be

sprayed with:
# a) aluminum paint
b) ferrous paint
c) polyurethane paint

54. When carrying out a dye penetrant test, after the developer has been
applied it should be inspected :
# a) as soon as the developer is dry and again after approximately
10 minutes
b) after 30 minutes
c) after 1 hour

55. How many teeth per inch are there on a fine hacksaw blade?
a) 16
b) 32
# c) 64

56. What is the cutting angle of a drill?

a) 130o
# b) 59o
c) 12o

57. When inserting a helicoil insert, which way does the tang face?
# a) Towards the hole
b) Away from the hole
c) Towards the mandril
58. During a color contrast test the penetrant time should be:
# a) longer for a small crack
b) shorter for a small crack
c) longer for a wide crack

59. When using the old style vernier caliper for taking internal
measurements:
# a) add the nib measurements
b) subtract the nib measurements
c) the nib size has no relevance and can be ignored

60. The standard minimum rivet row spacing is:

a) 3 D
# b) 4 D
c) 2 1/4 D

61. In sheet metal bending, how would you measure the bend radius to
calculate the bend allowance?
a) Measure to the outside of the bend radius
# b) Measure to the inside of the bend radius
c) Measure to the inside of the bend radius plus half the metal
thickness

62. A dry joint when soldering is caused by :

a) too much flux
# b) too little heat
c) too large an iron

63. What elements is silver solder made from?

# a) Tin, lead and silver
b) Tin, lead and copper
c) Tin and lead only

64. How should a dye penetrant field kit be stored?

a) At a cold temperature in a darkened room
b) In direct sunlight
# c) At room temperature away from direct sunlight

65. When carrying out a color contrast test on a pressure vessel :

a) the dye should be applied to the outside and the developer to
the inside
b) both the dye and the developer should be applied to the
outside
# c) the dye should be applied to the inside and the developer to the
outside

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66. After a reported lightening strike:
# a) the flight controls should be checked for full and free
movement before the next flight
b) the flight controls need to be checked for full and free
movement only if a bonding lead to one of the control surfaces
is found to be burned or broken
c) the aircraft and its systems must have a major overhaul before
the next flight

67. Aircraft below 5700kg not used for commercial air transport
purposes are required to be reweighed :
a) every 5 years
# b) as required by the CAA
c) every 2 years

68. When the park brake has been applied on a 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 :
a) full system pressure
b) no indication
# c) full scale deflection

69. What tap do you use when fitting a Helicoil?

a) The same as the original thread size
b) The next size up from the original tap size
# c) The tap supplied with the Helicoil kit

70. What is the maximum bow allowed in a strut?

a) 1 in 200
# b) 1 in 600
c) 1 in 500

71. On a hollow tube where would a small indentation normally be

unacceptable?
a) In either of the outer 1/3 portion of the tube
# b) In the mid 1/3 section
c) Nowhere on the tube is an indentation acceptable

72. After a report of flight through heavy turbulence, you would :

a) carry out a major overhaul
b) check the aircraft symmetry
# c) not carry out any checks

73. The normal drill angles are:

a) cutting angle 130, web angle 59 and clearance angle 12
# b) cutting angle 59, web angle 130 and clearance angle 12
c) cutting angle 12, web angle 130 and clearance angle 130
74. To check a chain for articulation :
# a) it should be run over the finger through 180o and checked for
smoothness and kinks
b) move each link individually and check for tightness
c) lay on a flat surface and check for kinks

75. Glycol de-icer fluid in contact with a silver cable can cause:
a) corrosion
# b) a fire
c) disintegration of the cable insulation

76. The maximum operating temperature for a nickel plated copper or

aluminum connector is:
a) 135C
# b) 200oC
c) 260oC

77. What gauge of pin would a yellow plastic insert / extract tool be
used on?
# a) 12 - 10
b) 22 - 18
c) 16 - 14

78. Can the insulation grip be adjusted on a PIDG crimp tool?

a) No
b) Yes by turning a knob
# c) Yes by adjusting the pins

79.The width of a visible outline on a drawing is:

a) 0.3 mm
b) 0.5 mm
# c) 0.7 mm

80. What gauge of pin would a red plastic insert / extract tool be used
on?
a) 12 - 10
# b) 22 - 18
c) 16 - 14

81. When weighing an aircraft by the weighbridge method the aircraft

is:
a) jacked and leveled
b) only leveled laterally
# c) resting on the wheels

82. What test do you do on a bonded join?

a) shear
b) tension
# c) peel
83. Skin wrinkling on the lower surface of a wing is caused by:
# a) hogging
b) sagging
c) tension

84. The maximum temperature for Nyloc nuts is :

a) 100oC
# b) 120oC
c) 160oC

85. What type of grinding wheel would you sharpen an HSS drill bit on?
# a) A fine wheel
b) A course wheel
c) A green wheel

86. When using a reamer:

a) use the same lubricant as was used on the drill bit
b) use lard oil
# c) use no lubricant

87. The maximum value of bonding of a secondary structure is :

a) 1 kilohm
b) 1 megohm
# c) 1 ohm

88. How long should a fireproof cable last in a fire?

a) 5 minutes
# b) 15 minutes
c) 50 minutes

89. What type of rivet would you use when there is access to only one
side of the work?
a) Hilok
b) Pop
# c) Blind

90. How would you use a Pacific T5 tensiometer?

a) Use a load meter to apply the correct load
b) Use a standard riser and use the chart to correct for different
sized cables
# c) Use correct chart and correct riser

91. Small indentations in the race of a ball bearing indicate:

# a) brinelling
b) corrosion
c) overtorqueing

92. What gauge of pin would a blue plastic insert / extract tool be used
on?
a)12 - 10
b) 22 - 18
# c) 16 - 14
93. On a composite repair the vacuum should be
a) above required level
b) below required level
# c) at the required level

94. The insulation resistance for wiring in undercarriage wheel wells

should normally be not less than
a) 10 megohms
b) 5 megohms
# c) 2 megohms

95. How many teeth per inch are used on a hacksaw blade for cutting
hard metal?
a) 26
b) 36
# c) 54

96. What would you use to check the run out on a control rod?
# a) DTI + V blocks
b) Micrometer + ball bearing
c) 3 leg trammel + feeler gauge

97. Points forward of the datum point are:

a) positive
# b) negative
c) neutral

98. Pipe flaring is carried out :

a) in the annealed state
# b) as supplied
c) after normalizing

99. What is meant by empty weight?

a) Basic weight minus unusable fuel plus oil
# b) Basic weight plus unusable fuel plus oil
c) Basic weight only

100. When picketing a helicopter you:

a) tie down one blade
# b) fit sleeves and tie off all blades
c) fit sleeves to the blades to protect them if they strike the ground

101. Circuit tests on aircraft should be carried out in the following order:
a) continuity, bonding, functional, insulation
b) functional, bonding, continuity, insulation
# c) bonding, continuity, insulation, functional

102. A rivet shaver is used to:

# a) mill the head flush
b) mill the tail after setting
c) mill the tail after cutting
103. What NDT method would you use to detect delamination?
a) Colour contrast dye penetrant
b) Eddy current
# c) Ultrasound

104. Before using a dead weight tester you would :

# a) calibrate the tester using a standard weight
b) replace the oil
c) pressurize the tester to the required pressure

105. 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

106. A drill and wire gauge has holes numbered:

a) 1 to 50
# b) 1 to 80
c) 10 to 60

107. What does GA stand for on a drawing?

a) General arrangement
# b) General assembly
c) Gradient Axis

108. What is the purpose of an aileron balance cable?

a) Allows for hands off flying
# b) Equalizes control cable tension
c) Relieves pilot loads

109. When dimpling sheet with a squeeze dimpling tool

# a) adjust the jaws to accommodate different material gauges
b) the jaws are not adjustable
c) use a lubricant

110. Bend radius on sheet metal is:

a) outside radius
# b) inside radius
c) inside radius + thickness

111. Why would you joggle panels?

a) To make a stronger joint
# b) To make panels flush
c) To make a tighter seal

112. Magnetic particle testing detects faults:

a) Iongitudinally
# b) transverse
c) longitudinal and transverse
113. Dye penetrant in a cold climate:
a) is not affected
# b) takes longer to work
c) works more quickly

114. If the leads of a megger are held apart:

a) the spring will return the needle to the zero stop
# b) if the handle was turned the meter would read infinity
c) the spring will return the needle to infinity

115. If after spraying the developer, red blotches appear, the part :
a) was not cleaned properly
# b) is porous
c) has sub-surface defect

116. When storing parts you should use :

# a) silica gel
b) monitor the temperature
c) place in a sealed container

117. How would you inspect a cable for fraying?

a) Run your fingers the full length of the cable
# b) Run a rag the full length of the cable
c) Operate the controls and feel for stiffness

118. Before effecting a crimp, the bare ends of a cable should be:
# a) twisted lightly in the direction of the lay
b) straightened out
c) tightly twisted

119. Reamers are used to :

a) drill accurate holes
# b) enlarge holes to accurate dimensions
c) to make holes oversize

120. The pitch of a hacksaw blade is:

a) its length
b) the number of teeth on the blade
# c) the number of teeth per inch

121. The web angle of a twist drill is

a) 59o
b) 12o
# c) 130o

122. Expanding reamers are used to:

a) ream holes in metal that has been heated
# b) ream holes of different diameters by adjusting the position of the
blades
c) ream tapered holes
123. The main scale on a 24/25 vernier caliper is divided into:
# a) inches, tenths and fortieths
b) inches, tenths and twentieths
c) inches, tenths and thousandths

124. The vernier height gauge uses the same principle as the:
a) micrometer
b) bevel protractor
# c) vernier caliper

125. The pitch of a metric micrometer screw thread is :

# a) 0.5 mm
b) 0.02 mm
c) 1.0 mm

126. ATA specification 100 is:

a) the American FAA specification controlling the manufacture of
aluminum and its alloys
b) the procedures which must be complied with before an aircraft can
be given a Certificate of Airworthiness in the Transport Category
(Passenger)
# c) the International standardization of maintenance manuals,
illustrated parts catalogues, overhaul and repair manuals, service
bulletins and letters

127. When lifting a bulky component with a wire rope sling, the component
can be protected from damage by the sling by
a) using a suitably shaped sling
# b) using spreader bars and packing
c) fabricating alternative lifting points

128. A dry powder extinguisher is coloured :

a) red
b) green
# c) blue

129. When torque loading, a wrench should be selected where the required
value falls:
# a) at the top end of the range
b) at the bottom end of the range
c) in the middle of the range

130. Torque loading is carried out to provide:

a) as tight a joint as possible
b) flexibility
# c) sufficient clamping without overstressing

131. Acetylene gas forms an explosive compound with :

a) tin and silver
b) tin and copper
# c) copper and silver
132. When manufacturing aircraft control cables, the cable can be cut by:
# a) using a chisel on a flat metal surface
b) using a hacksaw with the cable under tension
c) using an oxy-acetylene torch

133. When fitting a ball bearing to a shaft it should be carefully positioned

Using:
a) a copper or aluminum tube drift
b) a steel drift with light blows
# c) a soft steel or brass tube drift

134. A ball or roller bearing is cleaned by soaking and rinsing in

# a) white spirit
b) trichloroethylene
c) petroleum spirit

135. To allow for shrinkage, vibration and whip all straight hoses must be
a) 2% longer than the distance between the fittings
# b) 3% longer than the distance between the fittings
c) 5% longer than the distance between the fittings

136. Gas bottles for CO2 air and acetylene are coloured :
a) grey, maroon, green
b) green, grey, maroon
# c) black, grey, maroon

137. Graphite prevents seizure and conducts heat. It is normally used in :

a) lithium based greases
b) copper based greases
# c) sodium based greases

138. What is the purpose of the developer in a dye penetrant inspection?

a) It is drawn to the crack by electrostatic attraction
b) It seeps into the crack and makes it show up
# c) It acts a s a blotter to draw out the penetrant that has seeped into
the crack

139. Which pictorial projection shows one face in true elevation and line of
depth normally draw at 30o or 45o to the horizontal :
# a) oblique
b) perspective
c) isometric

140. if a design amendment is made on a drawing:

a) the old issue number is retained, with the amendment date added
# b) a new issue number and date must be allocated to the drawing
c) no change in issue number or date is necessary
141.The thimble of a metric micrometer is divided into:
# a) 50 equal divisions
b) 25 equal divisions
c) 40 equal divisions

142. The main advantage of dye penetrant inspection is:

a) the part to be inspected does not require cleaning
# b) the penetrant solution works on any non-porous material
c) the defect must be opened to the surface

143. What is the normal spacing between rivets:

a) 4 D
b) 2 D
c) 3 D

144. 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) 3/16"
b) 1/16"
c) 1/8"

145. To detect a minute crack using dye penetrant inspection usually

Requires:
a) that the developer be applied to a flat surface
# b) a longer than normal penetrating time
c) the surface to be highly polished

146. When checking an item with the magnetic particle inspection method,
circular and longitudinal magnetization should be used to:
# a) reveal all possible defects
b) evenly magnetize the entire part
c) ensure uniform current flow

147. P.C.D. is an abbreviation for :

a) Pitch Cord Diameter
b) Precision Circle Dimension
# c) Pitch Circle Diameter

148. Maintenance Schedules are issued :

a) with an approval certificate by the CAA
b) in a folder with the operators name on the cover
# c) by the operator with CAA approval

149. After a mandatory inspection has been carried out by a Licensed

Engineer, what is issued:
a) a Flight Release Certificate
# b) Certificate of Release to Service
c) a Certificate of Maintenance Review
150. A hard time engine inspection involves:
a) removal of an engine component, its inspection and refitting
b) an in-situ function test
# c) replacement with a new or overhauled component

151. Drawing numbers are:

# a) unique to each drawing
b) changed after each drawing amended after May 28, 1999
c) the same as serial numbers

152. Hatching lines are usually drawn at:

# a) 45o
b) 30o
c) 60o

153. Which type crack can be detected by magnetic particle inspection

using either circular or longitudinal magnetization :
# a) 45o
b) longitudinal
c) transverse

154. Who approves Maintenance Manuals:

# a) The CAA
b) The Board of Trade
c) The Department of Trade and Industry

155. Surface cracks in aluminum castings and forgings may usually be

detected by:
# a) the use of dye penetrants and suitable developers
b) gamma ray inspection
c) submerging the part in a solution of hydrochloric acid and rinsing
with clear water

156. Regarding riveting, which of the following is correct?

a) the length of a round head or flat head is measured from the end of
the rivet to underside of rivet head
b) the length of a countersunk rivet (flush head) is measured from the
end of the rivet to the top of the countersunk head
# c) both of the above are correct

157. 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) Separation of the sheets may occur
b) sheet may tend to buckle
c) Indentations by rivet head on the material

158. To replace one 1/8 inch rivet :

a) two 1/16 inch rivets would be required
# b) four 1/16 inch rivets would be required
c) three 1/16 inch rivets would be required
159. The scale of an engineering drawing is shown as 1:4. This indicates it
Is:
a) drawn to scale
# b) drawn to a quarter
c) drawn four times larger

160. A Certificate of Release to Service must be issued after:

a) a Re-fuel has been done
# b) a repair has been carried out in accordance with an approved
repair scheme
c) engine runs

161. An orthographic projection usually shows:

a) three, two-dimensional views of an object
# b) one, three-dimensional view of an object
c) a pictorial view of the object

162. When dimensioning a drawing, the dimension lines should be

# a) the minimum number of dimensions necessary to enable the
component to be manufactured
b) as many dimensions as possible
c) only size dimensions

163. If the operator varies the content of the maintenance schedule, what
action must be taken?
a) Amend the Maintenance Schedule
b) Amend the Maintenance Schedule and seek the CAA approval
# c) Await CAA approval before amending the Maintenance Schedule

164. When is a Certificate of Fitness for Flight under 'A' conditions

required?
a) to allow an unregistered aircraft to fly for air test
b) after a Certificate of Maintenance Review has been signed
# c) to allow an aircraft to fly on air test to check out a modification

165. When there is an overlap of responsibility, how is the CRS signed?

# a) Appropriate Type Rated Licensed Aircraft Engineers must each
certify the parts appropriate to their license coverage
b) Only one appropriate Type Rated Licensed Aircraft Engineer may
sign the CRS as he assumes responsibility for the operation, the
other engineers must sign the paperwork
c) An appropriate Type Rated Licensed Aircraft Engineer and an ATPL
holder sign the CRS when the aircraft is away from base

166. Which of these metals is inspected using the magnetic particle

inspection method?
a) magnesium alloys
b) aluminum alloys
# c) iron alloys
167. One way a part may be demagnetized after magnetic particle inspection
is by
a) subjecting the part to high voltage, low amperage a.c
# b) slowly moving the part out of an ac magnetic field of sufficient
strength
c) slowly moving the part into an ac magnetic field of sufficient
strength

168. What is generally the best procedure to use when removing a solid
shank rivet?
a) Drill through the manufactured head and shank with a shank size
drill and remove the rivet with a punch.
# b) 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
c) Drill through the manufactured head and shank with a drill one size
smaller than the rivet and remove the rivet with a punch

169. Aircraft skin is joggled to:

# a) Conform with the Area Rule
b) Provide smooth airflow at faying surfaces
c) Make a frame lighter but stronger

170. 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) Twice only
# b) Three times
c) If no more in Stores, as many times as required

171. Rivets kept at a temperature of between 15oC and 20oC are usable
for
a) 150 minutes
# b) 150 hours
c) 150 days

172. Taper pins are used in which of the following applications?

a) To take compression loads
# b) To take shear loads
c) o take compression and shear loads

173. What action is taken with a common circlip removed from a

component?
a) It is replaced with a new item on assembly
b) It is examined for distortion
# c) It is checked for springiness

174. The maximum bolt diameter for which a 1/16 split pin may be used is:
a) 1/4" or 2BA
# b) 3/8"
c) 7/16"
175. The check for a cable pulling out of a swaged fitting is by :
a) seeing that the cable is still past the safety holes in the swage
b) seeing that there are no broken wires near the fitting
# c) looking for a shiny surface on the cable near the fitting

176. 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 40 times that of the cable diameter
c) at least 50 times that of the cable diameter

177. How do you remove a tight link from a chain which is to be used on an
aircraft control system?
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

178. Why is a shouldered stud used :

# a) to provide a rigid assembly
b) as a replacement for a damaged stud
c) to decrease weight without loss of strength

179. 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) A tube is fitted over the turnbuckle assembly and drilled to take up to
3 bolts, to prevent independent rotation of any part
b) The cable is kept slightly slack
c) Duplicating the number of cables to cut down on individual tensile
loads

180. The initial lubricant on a new chain :

a) should not be removed
# b) should be removed and replaced with the approved oil
c) must be replaced with grade altitude grease

181. False Brinelling of a bearing is:

a) movement of the outer ring relative to its housing
b) a scoring of the race-way surfaces due to ball or roller skidding
# c) indentations on the race-way due to load transferred through the
bearing when static

182. Avdel rivets are closed by:

a) a squeezing process
b) a broaching process
# c) a tapered mandrel

183. What is the purpose of the Avdel pin tester?

a) To test the shear strength of the pin
# b) To test the tightness of the pin in the rivet
c) To test the tightness of the rivet in the hole
184. On completion of assembly the bearing housing:
a) should be examined for end float
# b) lightly packed with grease
c) packed fully with grease

185. What purpose does flux serve in welding aluminum?

a) Removes dirt, grease, and oil
# b) Minimizes or prevents oxidation
c) Ensures proper distribution of the filler rod

186. The testing medium that is generally used in magnetic particle inspection
utilizes a ferromagnetic material that has:
# a) high permeability and low retentivity
b) low permeability and high retentivity
c) high permeability and high retentivity

187. When inspecting a butt-welded joint by visual means:

a) the penetration should be 25 to 50 percent of the thickness of the base
metal
# b) the penetration should be 100 percent of the thickness of the base
metal
c) look for evidence of excessive heat in the form of a very high bead

188. 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

189. The shielding gases generally used in the Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG)
welding of aluminum consist of :
a) a mixture of nitrogen and carbon dioxide
b) nitrogen or hydrogen, or a mixture of nitrogen and hydrogen
# c) helium or argon, or a mixture of helium and argon

190. An On Condition Inspection involves:

# a) an inspection of a component with a view to continued operation if its
condition warrants such action
b) replacement of life expired components for new ones
c) a program of inspections used to increase the life of lifted
components

191. Which statement concerning a welding process is true?

# a) The inert-arc welding process uses an inert gas to protect the weld
zone from the atmosphere
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) In the oxyacetylene welding process, the filler rod used for steel is
covered with a thin coating of flux
192. The "Dwell Time" of a dye-penetrant NDT inspection is the:
a) amount of time the developer is allowed to act
# b) time the penetrant is allowed to stand
c) time it takes for a defect to develop

193. The stems of an Avdel rivet are:

a) removed with the riveting tool
b) removed with a taper punch
# c) nipped off and milled flush with the head

194. When checking a ball bearing for corrosion and foreign matter :
# a) oscillate and rotate slowly to listen for roughness
b) rotate at operational speed and check for roughness
c) make a strip down inspection

195. A thread insert is made from:

a) white metal
b) aluminum alloy
# c) stainless steel

196. Filing or grinding a weld bead:

a) may be performed to achieve a smoother surface
# b) reduces the strength of the joint
c) may be necessary to avoid adding excess weight or to achieve
uniform material thickness

197. 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) ultrasonic inspection
c) magnetic particle inspection

198. A thread insert is removed by:

a) using a drill the major diameter of the thread insert
# b) a special drill provided by the thread insert manufacturer
c) once fitted, a thread insert must not be removed

199. To correctly tension cables it can help:

# a) to have control surface locks in to support weight and adjust
turnbuckles equally
b) to take up initial slack by additional pulleys
c) to use a cable with turnbuckles at least every eight feet

200. What type of load is a journal load?

# a) Radial
b) Axial
c) Centrifugal
201. What is the pressure range for the Avdel Riveter Type F:
a) 20 to 60 lbs per sq. in
# b) 60 to 80 lbs per sq. in
c) 40 to 60 lbs per sq. in

202. amma Ray Testing of combustion chambers will show up:

a) light grey on black background
# b) black on lighter background
c) grey on white background

203. In selecting a torch tip size to use in welding, the size of the tip opening
determines the
# a) amount of heat applied to the work
b) temperature of the flame
c) melting point of the filler metal

204. Which of these non-destructive testing methods is suitable for the

inspection of most metals, plastics and ceramics for surface and
subsurface defects:
a) magnetic particle inspection
b) eddy current inspection
# c) ultrasonic inspection

205. The most important consideration(s) when selecting welding rod is/are :
a) current setting or flame temperature
# b) material compatibility
c) ambient conditions

206. The measuring capacity of a Vernier Caliper is:

a) the length of the graduated scale
b) the length of the graduated scale plus the width of the nibs
# c) the length of the graduated scale less the length of the vernier scale

207. To drill a 1/4 inch hole in titanium, the correct starting procedure would be:
a) to drill 1/4 inch hole direct
b) to centre punch
# c) to centre drill

208. Vee-blocks are manufactured:

a) as single items and may be paired with any other vee-block
# b) in sets of two and identified for use as a set
c) in sets of three and identified for use as a set

209. The metric micrometer reading shown is

a) 13.87 mm
# b) 13.37 mm
c) 10.337 mm
210. When fitting Rivnuts into position how are they secured and prevented
from rotating?
a) Peened
b) Locknut at the rear
# c) A locating key

211. The oxyacetylene flame for silver soldering should be

# a) oxidizing
b) neutral
c) carbonizing

212. A flexible hose that cannot be internally inspected by eye or intrascope

can be ball tested by suspending from one end at a time to check:
# a) ball of 90% of bore of end fittings passes freely under own weight
b) a ball of 98% of bore of end fittings passes freely under own weight
c) a ball of 95% of bore of hose can be pushed through with a metal rod

213. 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) lead free gasoline
# b) white spirit
c) M.E.K.

214. Ultra sonic flaw detectors use:

# a) high frequency sound waves
b) x-rays
c) a magnetic field

215. S.W.G. is an abbreviation for :

# a) Standard Wire Gauge
b) Screw Width Gauge
c) Standard Water Gauge

216. A Certificate of Release to service states that:

a) the aircraft has been maintained to an approved schedule
b) an operator has satisfied the CAA of his competence
# c) a task has been carried out in accordance with the ANO

217. If the edge of aluminium is treated with caustic soda, the metal turns:
a) black
# b) white
c) black / white / black

218. After cleaning a bearing should be dried with :

a) lint free rags
b) left in free air to dry naturally
# c) clean, warm, dry compressed air
219. Hoses are normally pressure tested to:
a) 2 times maximum working pressure
b) 1 times maximum working pressure
c) maximum working pressure

220. Defects are indicated in the dye penetrant crack detection test by:
a) green lines and dots
# b) red lines on a white background
c) yellowish green marks

221. A dent is measured in a tubular push-pull rod by:

a) passing a ball down its bore
b) callipers and feeler gauges
# c) a steel ball and micrometer

222. A fluid line marker with a skull & crossbones is:

# a) warning symbol
) radioactive symbol
c) fluid line carries toilet waste

223. NDT using colour dye process at temperatures below 15C will :
a) mean choosing alternative NDT method
b) not be affected by the temperature
# c) retard the penetrant action of the dye and penetration time is extended

224. The international marking for a water injection pipeline is a series of:
a) dots
b) squares
# c) chevrons

225. What solder should be used to solder aluminum?

a) 90% tin and 10% zinc
# b) wire flux cored solder
c) D.T.D. 685 lead-silver-tin solder

226. 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) standing wave bath method
b) stationary wave method
c) rotary bath method

227. A ketts saw is used because:

a) its low torque allows single handed use
# b) it is available be both pneumatic and electric
c) it can cut thicker metal than is required by most repair schemes

228. An aircraft should be cleared of snow:

a) using hot fluid
# b) using cold fluid
c) using air blast
229. The gears used in a pistol windy are:
a) spur gears
# b) gears in a gearbox
c) gerotor type gears

230. When countersinking rivet holes in a material:

a) a plain countersinking bit should be used
# b) the rivet head should stand 1/32" proud of the surface
c) a special countersinking bit with a pad to prevent drilling too deep
should be used

231. When using dye penetrant NDT on a tank, the dye penetrant should be
Applied:
a) on the inside, with developer on the outside
b) on the outside with developer on the outside
# c) on the inside with the developer on the inside

232. The international marking for a fire protection pipe line is a series of :
# a) diamonds
b) circles
c) squares

233. Hi-Loks are installed with the:

# a) shank lubricated when fitting
b) thread lubricated when fitting
c) thread and shank not lubricated

234. The minimum distance between electrical cable splices is:

a) 12 inches
b) 3 feet
# c) 500 mm

235. A fire resistant cable is proof tested by exposure to a standard fire for:
# a) 5 minutes
b) 15 minutes
c) 30 minutes

236. Zinc Chromate applied between faying surfaces will:

a) improve bonding between them
b) improve adhesion thus relieving the amount of riveting necessary
# c) inhibit dissimilar metal (electrolytic) corrosion

237. In order for dye penetrant inspection to be effective, the material being
checked must :
a) be magnetic
b) be non-magnetic
# c) have surface cracks
238. Which of the following metals can be inspected using the magnetic
particle inspection method?
# a) Iron alloys
b) Aluminum alloys
c) Magnesium alloys

239. Which of the following shafts would you use to obtain a clearance fit in a
bush 0.750 inch diameter?
a) 750 inch
b) 0.752 inch
# c) 0.748 inch

240.To prevent corrosion where aluminum alloy pipelines are supported by

rubber cleats, the pipe should be treated over the area of contact with:
a) varnish
# b) petroleum jelly
c) French chalk

241. Which of the following is checked when using a 'GO NO/GO' gauge?
# a) Tolerance
b) Clearance
c) Allowance

242. The international marking for an instrument air pipe line is a :

# a) zig zag line
b) wavy band
c) series of dots

243. 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
a) 51 inches
# b) 51 inches
c) 3 inches

244. The length of a hose assembly with elbowed end fittings is taken from;
# a) the centre of the bore at the nipple extremity
b) the extreme overall length
c) the maximum length of the straight portion of hose

245. The international marking for a breathing oxygen pipe line is a series of:
a) diamonds
b) dots
# c) rectangles

246. If a non-ferrous metal being examined by chemical test turns black when
caustic soda is applied to the surface, the metal is :
a) aluminum
b) alclad
# c) duralumin
247. The term "dry joint' is usually applied to:
a) a water tight joint
b) a metal being lightly heated
# c) a defect associated with a soldered joint

248. A tolerance is:

a) a required difference in dimension between mating parts to obtain a
certain class of fit
# b) a permitted variation on a dimension to allow for inaccuracy of
equipment
c) a permitted difference between new and worn dimensions

249. When an aircraft is pulled out of soft ground, the equipment should be
attached to:
# a) the main gear
b) the nose gear
c) the tail cone

250. A transition fit is one in which the shaft is :

a) larger than the hole
b) smaller than the hole
# c) the same size as the hole

251. Cross cut files:

# a) cut on the forward stroke only
b) cut on the backward stroke only
c) cut in both directions

252. In a torque wrench of handle length, L = 12 in. and an extension E = 3 in,

the desired torque value is 300 lbs.in. the dial should read:
a) 280 lb.ins.
# b) 375 lb.ins.
c) 240 lb.ins.

253. The correct size spanner for use on a unified 5/16 in. threaded hexagon
headed bolt is:
a) 5/16 in A/F
b) 1/4 in A/F
# c) 1/2 in A/F

254. When a torque loading is specified for a castellated or slotted nut on an

undrilled new bolt
a) the bolt should be pre-drilled and the torque increased if necessary to
allow the split pin to be fitted
# b) the torque should be applied and the bolt suitably drilled for the split
pin
c) the bolt should be pre-drilled, the torque applied and the nut eased
back, if necessary, to allow the split pin to be fitted
255. The length of the Vernier Scale in a 24/25 Vernier Caliper is :
a) 1.2 in
# b) 0.6 in
c) 2.45 in

256. After completion of electro-magnetic crack detection, the test piece must
Be:
a) allowed to cool to room temperature as slowly as possible
b) allowed to lose any residual magnetism over as long a period possible
# c) de-magnetised before returning to service

257. Which of the following N.D.T. techniques cannot be used on a component

manufactured from austenitic stainless steel:
a) penetrant dye
# b) magnetic - particle
c) hot oil and chalk

258. A reamer with spiral flutes is removed:

a) clockwise
b) anticlockwise
c) straight

259. To aid marking out on Fe metals use :

a) graphite grease
# b) copper sulphate solution
c) engineer's blue

260. What is used on Magnesium to reprotect it?

a) Selenious Acid
b) Deoxidine
# c) Chromic Acid

261. 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 either bend tangent line
c) one radius from the bend tangent line that is placed under the brake

262.Fluorescent penetrant processes for the detection of cracks or material

defects are used with :
# a) an ultra-violet radiation source
b) a tungsten light source
c) an infra-red light source

263. A jury strut is one giving:

a) additional support to a stressed area
# b) a temporary support
c) a part of the structure that takes only tensile loads
264. What is the power source of an Isotope?
# a) Gamma Rays
b) Ultra Violet Rays
c) X-Rays

265. 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

266. A non-destructive testing technique which is suitable for inspecting for

delamination in Redux bonded structure of light aluminium alloys is:
a) magnetic flow
# b) ultrasonic
c) eddycurrent

267. Vital point inspections are carried out:

a) on an "A" Check
b) after an area is disturbed
# c) on a "C" check

268. The difference between high and low limits of a size for a dimension is
known as the:
# a) tolerance
b) deviation
c) fit

269. Rubber components should be stored :

a) in warm and humid conditions
b) in a well lit room
# c) in a cool dark area

270. 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'

271. 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 non-stressed area of the part
# c) The discontinuity is found in a highly stressed area of the part

272. When inspecting a component which is being subjected to the hot fluid
chalk process, the examination for defects should be carried out :
a) immediately on removal of the item from the chalk cabinet
b) when the item is quite cool
c) whilst the item is still quite hot
273. Circular magnetization of a part can be used to detect which defects:
a) defects parallel to the long axis of the part
b) defects perpendicular to the long axis of the part
# c) defects perpendicular to the concentric circles of

274. 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) Insert and butt strap
# c) Patch repair to the punctured skin

275. An indication of porosity when using a penetrant dye crack detection

method is:
# a) an area of scattered dots of dye
b) closely spaced dots of dye formed in a line
c) areas where dye is not showing

276. In a test for adequate demagnetization of a component after a magnetic

particle test, the test compass should not deflect
a) more than 1o when standing due south of the component
b) more than 1o when standing north-east of the component
# c) more than 1o when standing due east of the component

277. If copper sulphate is used on magnesium alloy it will:

# a) effervesce to a black color
b) effervesce to a copper color
c) have no effect

278. If on application of developer it all turns to a pinkish hue, what has

happened?
# a) Incorrect cleaning
b) The hue has pinked
c) Thin porosity

279. If dye penetrant inspection indications are not sharp and clear, the most
probable cause is that the part :
a) was not correctly degaussed before the developer was applied
b) is not damaged
# c) was not thoroughly cleaned before developer was applied

280. When comparing the machining techniques for stainless steel sheet
material to those for aluminum 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
281. 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) represented by the actual length of the required material for the bend
b) found by subtracting the stock thickness from the bend radius
# c) found by adding approximately one-half of the stock thickness to the
bend radius

282. When drilling stainless steel, the drill used should have an included angle
Of:
a) 90 degrees and turn at a low speed
b) 118 degrees and turn at a high speed
# c) 140 degrees and turn at a low speed

283. Aluminum 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

284. When carrying out a penetrant dye crack test, before the dye is applied the
surface being tested should be:
a) etch primed
b) painted with developer fluid
# c) thoroughly degreased

285. When stop drilling a crack, what is the typical drill size used?
a) 0.250"
b) 0.025"
# c) 0.125"

286. Which parts of the aircraft are classified secondary structures?

a) Lightly stressed parts such as fairings, wheel shields and minor
component brackets etc
# b) Highly stressed parts but if damaged will not cause failure of the
aircraft
c) Highly stressed parts and if damaged may cause failure of the aircraft
and loss of life

287. When degreasing aluminum alloys, and no trichloroethylene is available,

a suitable alternative is:
a) M.E.K.
# b) white spirit and naphtha
c) dilute sulphuric acid

288. When mixing acid and water:

a) the water should always be added to the acid
# b) the acid should always be added to the water
c) it does not matter which way the two are mixed
289. 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

290. Vacu-blast beads re-used on a steel component, after being used on an

aluminum component will
a) be ineffective in abrasion
# b) cause corrosion to the steel component
c) cause clogging of the vacu-blast machine

291. What colour is used to identify a 'primary structure' when using the
aircraft Maintenance Manual?
a) Yellow
b) Green
# c) Red

292. A grinding wheel is normally refaced by:

a) holding a hard wood scraper against the rotating wheel
b) grinding through using another grinding wheel
# c) dressing with a special tool

293. The main scale on a 49/50 Vernier caliper is divided into:

a) inches, tenths and fortieths
# b) inches, tenths and twentieths
c) inches, tenths and thousandths

294. Centre punches are made of:

# a) high carbon steel hardened and tempered
b) case hardened mild steel
c) high carbon steel with the tip hardened and tempered

295. When checking a torque wrench 15 inches long, the load required to give
torque of 120 lbs.in. is:
a) 6 lbs
# b) 8 lbs
c) 10 lbs

296. The formula for setback for a 90 bend is:

a) (R + T)
# b) (R + T)
c) (R + T)

297. What type of flutes should be used in a reamer for cutting titanium?
a) Straight flutes
b) Tapered flutes
# c) Spiral flutes

298. The depth micrometer reading shown is:

a) 0.336 ins.
b) 0.261 ins.
c) 0.361 ins.
299. You are involved with a fire caused by titanium swarf. What type of
extinguishant should you use to deal with the fire?
a) CO2
b) Chemical foam
# c) Dry asbestos wool and chalk powder

300. The length of a blended repair of corrosion should be no less than:

a) 10 times its depth
# b) 20 times its depth
c) 5 times its depth

301. What should be the included angle of a twist drill for soft metals?
a) 118 degrees
# b) 90 degrees
c) 65 degrees

302. A cable is replaced:

a) when each strand is worn to limits
# b) if a chemical spillage is suspected
c) when a shiny portion is found

303. If there is a positive allowance between the smallest possible hole and the
largest possible shaft, the fit is known as:
# a) a clearance fit
b) an interference fit
c) a transition fit

304. An aircraft should not be refueled when:

a) the APU is running
# b) within 10 meters (30 feet) of radar operating
c) navigation and landing light in operation

305. When should the developer be applied to the component:

# a) after excess penetrant has been removed and the area completely
dried
b) before the penetrant dries
c) before applying penetrant

306. Why is an extra layer of fiber glass added to a composite repair?

a) To increase the strength of the repair
# b) For sacrificial sanding
c) To provide additional flexibility

307. Plumbers solder is grade :

a) B
b) C
# c) D
308. The basic weight of an aircraft is :
# a) the aircraft, minimum equipment, fuel and oil required to fly the
aircraft
b) the passengers, baggage and fuel
c) the pilot, flight crew and their luggage

309. To check the structure of a wing

a) low voltage X-rays are used
# b) high voltage X-rays are used
c) ultrasound NDT is used

310. How would you check the setting of an adjustable reamer?

# a) Ring gauge
b) Dial test indicator and V' blocks
c) External calipers

311. What is the specified lubricant for drilling brass?

a) Paraffin
b) Lard oil
# c) None

312. What should the point angle of a drill be if it is to be used for drilling
titanium (drill size below 1.4 inch)?
# a) 105 to 120
b) 90
c) 90 to 105

313. In the Limit System, the term 'allowance' is the:

a) shaft diameter variation
b) hole diameter variation
# c) difference between shaft and hole diameters

314. Silver solder melts within the range:

a) 200 C - 400 C
b) 400 C - 550 C
# c) 600 C - 850 C

315. How are pin punches classified?

a) By overall length and type
b) By length and diameter of the small end
# c) By type and diameter of the small end

316. How are spring dividers classified?

a) The diameter of the largest circle that can be scribed
b) The diameter of a circle scribed with the legs at 600
# c) The length of the legs
317. Which is correct concerning the use of a file?
a) Apply pressure on the forward stroke, only, except when filing very
soft metals such as lead or aluminum
# b) A smoother finish can be obtained by using a double-cut file than by
using a single-cut file
c) The terms `double-cut` and `second-cut` have the same meaning in
reference to files

318. Which procedure is correct when using a reamer to finish a drilled hole to
the correct size?
a) Turn the reamer in the cutting direction when enlarging the hole and in
the opposite direction to remove from the hole
# b) Turn the reamer only in the cutting direction
c) Apply considerable pressure on the reamer when starting the cut and
reduce the pressure when finishing the cut

319. When fitting a thread insert :

a) a thread the next size up from the original should be tapped
# b) the hole should be expanded using a tap supplied by the insert
manufacturer
c) the insert should be tapped in using a hammer

320. Which of the following defects could not be detected by Eddy Current NDT
inspection?
a) A crack in a magnesium alloy wheel casting
# b) A crack in a glass fibre reinforced plastic cowl
c) Heat damage of a Haynes Alloy turbine blade

321. 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) Ultrasonic
# b) X-Ray
c) Magnetic Particle

322. The purpose of a taper tap is to:

a) form a tapered thread
b) produce a fine thread
# c) start a thread

323. How should a scraper be finally sharpened?

a) By draw filing
b) On a grindstone
# c) On an oilstone

324 a) the hole should be drilled straight through with the 3/8" drill
b) the hole should be centre punched, pilot drilled and then drilled
# c) a centre drill should be used
325. How should a dead weight tester be used?
a) The pressure increasing handle should be screwed in before the
addition of fluid and screwed out when fluid is added
b) The platform should be removed and fluid poured into the hole
# c) The outlet should not be connected to the instrument until the
required weights are raised by the platform

326. An inside micrometers normal measurement range is

a) .in. to 10in
# b) 2in. to 10in
c) 2in. to 12in

327. What action is taken when soldering flux residue may have lodged in
Deep crevices of an assembly:
a) it must be thoroughly rinsed with a weak solution of sulphuric acid
and washed in cold water
b) it must be immersed in a weak solution of phosphoric acid and rinsed
in water
# c) it must be immersed in a weak solution of hydrochloric acid and
rinsed thoroughly in running water

328. Die Nuts are used to:

a) form external threads
# b) clean up damaged threads
c) form internal threads

329. In marking a light alloy :

a) the scriber must be held at an angle to give a smooth line where
bending is required
b) caustic soda is used
# c) a pencil is used to mark the material and all marks removed after
bending

330. When assembling metals of different potential, corrosion may be inhibited

by application of:
# a) zinc or barium chromate & assemble while wet
b) zinc or chromic acid & assemble while wet
c) nothing - assemble bare

331. When using the colour contrast NDT:

a) the surface should be lightly scuffed
# b) the surface paint should be removed
c) the surface should be bead blasted

332. When using dye penetrant field kit, removal of excess penetrant is done by
applying the solvent by :
a) spraying twice direct on the part
b) spraying once direct on the part
# c) using a lint free cloth
333. Which cut of a file should be used on mild steel?
a) Single cut
b) Second cut
# c) Double cut

334. Nickel alloy chisels should be sharpened:

a) on a grindstone
# b) on a oilstone
c) by filing

335. Which of the following statements is correct?

a) To cut an aluminum block use a fine hacksaw blade
b) To cut thin mild steel plate use a coarse blade
# c) To cut thin sheet metal use a fine blade

336. When measuring current in a circuit, the ammeter is placed:

# a) in series with the circuit
b) in parallel with the circuit
c) in series with the shunt

337. Liquid penetrant tests can be used to detect:

a) internal porosity in castings
b) corrosion wall thinning in pipes and tubes
# c) fatigue cracks in magnesium alloy parts

338. When using a post-emulsification penetrant, the timing is most critical

during
a) penetration
b) emulsification
# c) penetrant removal

339. A liquid penetrant test cannot:

a) be used on porous materials
# b) locate sub-surface discontinuities
c) be used on non-metallic surfaces

340. After mechanical removal of corrosion on an aluminum alloy casting, the

length of the blended recess should be
a) no more than twenty times the depth
b) no less than ten times the depth
# c) no less than twenty times the depth

341. After carrying out an identification test of aluminum alloy with caustic
soda, the caustic soda should be neutralized with :
a) Phosphoric acid
b) Copper sulphate solution
# c) Chromic anhydride solution
342. Steel wire brushes or steel wool should:
a) be used to clean magnesium alloys
b) be used to clean aluminium sheet
# c) never be used on light alloys

243. What type of lubricant should be used when drilling aluminum?

# a) Paraffin
b) Vegetable oil
c) None

244. Three point micrometers are for measuring:

a) linear dimensions
b) external dimensions
# c) internal dimensions

345. To neutralize spilled battery acid on aluminum alloy, use:

a) caustic soda
# b) bicarbonate of soda
c) sulphuric acid

346. Hydrogen embrittlement of high tensile steel is caused if it is treated with :

# a) Phosphoric acid
b) Zinc Chromate
c) Nitric acid

347. Dents in a tubular push-pull rod :

a) are not allowed in the end thirds of the rod
# b) in the middle third of the rod
c) anywhere on the rod

348. 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
b) file the base of the nut
# c) change the nut or bolt for one that will achieve the desired condition

349. A tolerance given on a dimension is indicated:

# a) by a plus and minus sign preceding the permitted tolerance
b) by the prefix TOL with the permitted tolerance
c) by enclosing the permitted tolerance within a triangle

350. When a piece of metal is bent, the surface of the metal on the outside of
the bend is:
a) in compression
# b) in tension
c) neither in tension or in compression
351. The resistance between a flexible hose and a component should not
exceed
# a) 0.05 ohm
b) 0.5 ohm
c) 1 ohm

352. Oxides form very rapidly when alloys or metals are hot. It is important,
therefore, when welding aluminum to use a :
a) solvent
b) filler
# c) flux

353. Bore tests of flexible hoses are carried out using a suitable ball or bobbin
Of:
a) 25% of the diameter of the end fittings
b) 85% of the diameter of the end fittings
# c) 90% of the diameter of the end fittings

354. When related to aeronautical engineering , the term Inspection" is

defined in the publication
a) ANO article 11
# b) Airworthiness Notice (AWN) 3
c) BCAR Section L

355. In Gas Tungsten Arc (GTA) welding, a stream of inert gas is used to
# a) prevent the formation of oxides in the puddle
b) concentrate the heat of the arc and prevent its dissipation
c) lower the temperature required to properly fuse the metal

356. What is the proof loading for cables after swaging?

a) 1/3 minimum breaking strain
# b) 50% minimum breaking strain
c) 2/3 minimum breaking strain

357. Control chains should be fitted in an aircraft:

# a) with the minimum of slack in the chain
b) so that the chain can be removed easily
c) with as much slack as possible to allow for contraction

358. 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

359. 10:1 on an engineering drawing indicates.

a) the drawing is one tenth full size
# b) the drawing is ten times full size
c) the drawing is full size
360. After cutting a 3/8" 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

361. What should be the included angle of a twist drill for hard metal?
# a) 118 degrees
b) 100 degrees
c) 90 degrees

362. You have reamed out a hole in a piece of titanium. How should you remove
the reamer safely to prevent unnecessary damage?
a) Anti-clockwise
b) Allow the reamer to pass right through the hole
# c) Remove it, but in the same rotation as if cutting

363. The sharpest bend that can be placed in a piece of metal without critically
weakening the part is called the :
a) bend allowance
# b) minimum radius of bend
c) maximum radius of bend

364. Increasing the weight of an aircraft:

a) decreases the glide range
b) increases the glide range
# c) has no affect on the glide range

365. The Datum point on an aircraft, for measuring C of G position could be

# a) anywhere on the aircraft
b) the front bulkhead
c) the nose of the aircraft

366. What work has to be recorded and signed for:

# a) all work carried out
b) only work involving replacements
c) only work which entails a duplicate inspection

367. Variable load is weight of:

# a) crew, their baggage and equipment relevant to role
b) fuel, oil and non-expendable equipment relevant to role
c) basic weight plus operating weight

368. The spring loaded ratchet attached to the spindle of a standard external
micrometer produces:
# a) a pre-set feel during use
b) a smooth free run during use
c) a means for controlling thread binding
369. When weighing an aircraft, the hydraulic system should be:
a) completely full
b) empty
# c) filled to maximum level mark

370 .Lines known as short dashes (thin) are used on drawings to indicate
a) visible outlines
# b) hidden detail
c) cutting revolved

371. Cargo placed aft of the datum will produce a :

# a) positive moment
b) negative moment
c) neutral moment

372. If the C of G of an aircraft with a full complement of fuel is calculated

# a) the C of G must be recalculated with zero fuel to ensure it will still be
within limits
b) the C of G will always be within limits if it was within limits with full
fuel tanks
c) the C of G will only need to be recalculated if the fuel weight is behind
the aircraft C of G position

373. Why are teeth of hacksaw blades off-set?

a) To provide greater strength
# b) To provide clearance for non-cutting part of the blade
c) To allow a quick cutting positive action

374. Why are some components torque loaded?

# a) To ensure they do not vibrate loose
b) To ensure that they are tightened to their yield point
c) To ensure that their elastic limit is not exceeded

375. Any change to a drawing:

# a) must be accompanied by the new issue number and date
b) requires a new drawing number
c) must be notified to the S.B.A.C.

376. How are files classified?

a) By length, grade and material
# b) By length, grade, cut and section
c) By length, grade, cut, section and material

377. Hammers are classified by:

a) shape of head and length of shaft
b) weight and length of shaft
# c) weight and type of head

378. What does the term 'second cut' indicate as applied to hand files?
# a) The grade of the file
b) A reconditioned file
c) The section of the file
379. A Weight and Centre of Gravity Schedule is required by :
a) all aircraft regardless of weight
# b) all aircraft above 2730 kg MTWA
c) all aircraft not exceeding 2730 kg MTWA

380. When using a reamer, in which direction should it be turned?

a) Anti-clockwise when Cutting and removing
# b) Clockwise when cutting and removing
c) Clockwise when cutting and anti-clockwise when removing

381. What comprises a full set of BA taps?

a) A taper, second and plug tap
# b) A taper and plug tap
c) A taper and second tap

382. Break lines are used:

a) to show where components are expected to break
b) in sectional drawing
# c) where it would be inconvenient (because of limited space) to draw
long lengths of the same section

383. An oblique projection :

a) is the same as an isometric projection
# b) has one view looking directly at one face with the lines representing
depth drawn at a constant angle
c) has one view looking directly at one face with the lines representing
depth drawn at 90o

384. 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

385. When tapping blind holes:

a) a single tap is used
b) a set of two taps is used
# c) a set of three taps is used

386. On a torque wrench the torque loading is:

a) the tangential application of the force divided by the perpendicular
distance to the centre of the bolt
b) the tangential application of the force plus the perpendicular distance
to the centre of the bolt
# c) the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular distance
to the centre of the bolt

387. Surface Plates are used:

# a) for marking out work and testing flat surfaces
b) for filing flat surfaces
c) only on surface tables
388. Aircraft must be reweighed
a) after two years from manufacture only
# b) after two years from manufacture then at periods not exceeding five
years
c) at periods not exceeding five years

389. A Weight and Centre of Gravity Schedule must be signed by:

a) the pilot
b) the CAA
# c) a Licensed aircraft engineer

390. A drawing in which the subassemblies or parts are shown as brought

together on the aircraft is called
a) a sectional drawing
b) a detail drawing
# c) an installation drawing

391. A safe edge of a file is used :

a) against a rough unfinished surface
b) against a finished surface
c) to give a fine polished finish to a smooth surface

392. Scribers are used to:

a) mark guide lines on material
b) produce an accurate finish
c) make centre pop marks for drilling

393. The main scale of a Metric Vernier Caliper is calibrated in :

a) millimeters
# b) millimeters and half millimeters
c) micro-meters

394. NTS on a drawing stands for:

a) Not True Scale
# b) Not To Scale
c) No Tolerance System

395. A load sheet:

# a) is always carried on the aircraft
b) need not be carried on the aircraft if one remains at base
c) is never carried on the aircraft

396. A load Sheet must be signed by:

a) the Commander of the aircraft
# b) the Loading Officer
c) a licensed aircraft engineer

397. Variable Load is:

a) weight of fuel and oils
b) weight of passengers
# c) weight of crew, their baggage and their equipment
398. 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

399. A hydraulic system schematic drawing would indicate the:

a) specific location of the individual components within the aircraft
b) direction of fluid flow through the system
c) type and quantity of the hydraulic fluid

400. Chalk when used with a fine file produces:

# a) a finer finish
b) a ground type surface
c) a milled type surface

401. The pitch of a hacksaw blade is:

a) its length
b) the number of teeth on the blade
# c) the number of teeth per inch

402. When using a hand file correctly, the downward pressure should be used
Only:
a) on a return stroke
b) on the forward and return stroke
# c) on the forward stroke

403. When using a bench grinding machine the wheel rotates :

a) from the bottom upwards past the work piece
# b) from the top down towards the work piece
c) either direction as selected on starting the machine

404. Load Sheet is compiled in the order of:

# a) Basic Weight, Variable Load, Fuel Load, Disposable Load
b) Variable Load, Fuel Load, Disposable Load, Basic Weight
c) Basic Weight, Variable Load, Disposable Load, Fuel Load

405. An aircraft which has its C of G forward of the Forward Limit:

# a) will have a longer take-off run
b) will have a shorter take-off run
c) the take-off run will not be affected

406. Which statement is true regarding an orthographic projection?

a) There are always at least two views
b) It could have as many as eight views
# c) One-view, two-view, and three-view drawings are the most common

407. One purpose for schematic diagrams is to show the:

# a) functional location of components within a system
b) physical location of components within a system
c) size and shape of components within a system
408. This type of break line represents:
a) square tube
b) round tube
# c) round bar

409. What angle of turn will double the weight of the aircraft :
a) 30o
b) 45o
# c) 60o

410. The Vernier Height gauge uses the same principle as:
a) the micrometer
b) the bevel protractor
# c) the vernier caliper

411. 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) Medium-weight dashed line
b) Light solid line
c) Alternate short and long light dashes

412. 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:
a) zone number
b) specification number
# c) station number

413. The best way to check control cables for broken wires is to:
a) examine them visually
b) increase the tension and check with a magnifying glass
# c) run a rag along the cable in both directions

414. If the turnbuckles in a control system are tightened excessively the result
will be:
a) the cable will break
# b) the aircraft will be heavy on controls
c) the cables will vibrate excessively and cause failure of controls

415. The "Lay Line" on a flexible hose is:

a) a white line painted the full length of the hose to indicate any stretch
in the hose
b) an arrow painted on the hose to show the direction of fluid flow
c) a white line painted the full length of the hose to indicate any twist in
the hose

416. Backlash is a type of wear associated with:

a) gears
b) bearings
c) rivets
417. After a chain has been cleaned in paraffin it should be
a) hung up to drip dry
# b) dried in hot air
c) washed in soapy water then hung to drip dry

418. A control cable is proof loaded to ensure that

a) it will not break after fitting in an aircraft
b) it will not stretch after fitting in an aircraft
# c) the end fittings on the cable are secure

419. To check the structure of a wing, which NDT is used?

# a) Radiographic
b) Dye penetrant
c) Magnetic Flaw

420. If corrosion is found on a chain

# a) replace the chain
b) clean off the corrosion and if acceptable re-fit the chain
c) lubricate the chain

421. A suspected chemical spillage on a cable, you should

a) clean the cable and inspect 24 hours later
# b) replace the cable
c) clean, inspect and refit immediately

422. Rivet allowance is

a) the distance between rivets in the same row
# b) the amount of material required to form the rivet on installation
c) the distance the rivet is positioned from the edge of the repair plate

423. In the Push-pull Tube linkage used in aircraft flying control systems, how
is the length of the tube adjusted?
a) It is fixed and does not require adjusting
# b) By adjusting end fittings at each end of the tube
c) Fit anew push-pull tube

424. The three principle dimensions specified for a chain is the diameter of the
rollers and
a) the pitch and width across the outside of the plates
# b) the pitch and width between the inner plates
c) pitch and chain length

425. The distance between the centers of the rollers of a chain is called
a) length
b) crest
# c) pitch

426. What is the approximate distance of the sphere of influence of a rivet?

a) 4 D
b) 2 D
 # c) 5D

427. Spot facing is done to

a) provide a good surface for welding
# b) provide a flat area on a rough surface
c) compensate for height in lieu of a spring washer

428. If ice and snow is found on the wings of an aircraft. Before flight the
a) ice should be removed but snow can remain because the airflow will
remove it
b) snow should be removed but ice can remain because it has no
appreciable affect on the airflow
# c) all snow and ice must be removed

429. 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 P) x 100 / X x P
b) X - (M x P) x 100 / M x P
c) M + (X x X) x 100 / M x P

430. HTS aircraft control cables are protected from corrosion by

a) zinc plating
b) cadmium coating
# c) Galvanising

431. The maximum allowable extension of a chain assembly over a nominal

length is
a) 3%
b) 5%
# c) 2%

432. In a first angle orthographic projection the plan view is placed

# a) below the front elevation
b) below the side elevation
c) above the front elevation

433. 2 microns is
a) 0.002
# b) 0.002 mm
c) 0.000 002

434. What is the purpose of the hole in the swaged end fitting on a swaged
cable?
a) To allow trapped air to escape
# b) To ensure the cable end passes the inspection hole on drilled
through type fittings but leaves the locking wire hole clear
c) To allow a split pin to be inserted
435. With a serviceable chain not required for use, how should you store it?
a) clean, lubricate, wrap the chain in grease proof paper and suspend
# b) carefully coil, lubricate, lay flat and wrap in grease proof paper
c) lay the chain flat in full length , lubricate and wrap in brown paper to
exclude all dirt and moisture

436. The inspection hole in a turnbuckle is

a) to allow the locking wire to pass through for the purpose of locking
# b) to ensure that the turnbuckle is in safety
c) to ensure that the locknuts are adequately tightened

437. The grip of a rivet is

a) the area of the plates held firmly together
# b) the thickness of plates which can be fastened
c) the length of rivet left to form the head

438. When a cutting plane goes through a bush and bolt assembly, on the
sectioned view
# a) the bush will be hatched but the bolt will not
b) neither the bush nor the bolt will be hatched
c) both the bush and the bolt will be hatched

439. The basic equipment of an aircraft is

a) the crew equipment, and other equipment including fuel and oil
necessary for a particular flight
b) all equipment including fuel and oil necessary for a particular flight
# c) that equipment which is required for every role of the aircraft for
which the aircraft is operated plus unusable fuel.

440. Brazing material is made from

a) copper and tin and lead
# b) copper, silver and tin
c) copper zinc and silver

441. When clamping cable looms containing co-axial cables

# a) avoid distortion to the co-axial cable to maintain the dielectric
constant
b) distortion of the outer sheath is allowed providing the inner cable is
not affected
c) the clamps must be no more than 1 metre apart

442. When fitting coaxial cable connectors it is important to

a) fit the correct lock nuts
# b) not damage any seals fitted
c) make sure the outer cup is fitted the correct way round

443. What is the licensed engineer responsible for when fitting a new
component to an aircraft?
a) That is has a green serviceable tag
b) That the paperwork is signed by an approved signatory
 # c) The correct part number, the modification state and the serviceability
of the component

444. Where would you find documented, the fore and aft limits of the C of G
position?
# a) In the Flight Manual (or the documentation associated with the C of A)
b) In the aircraft Maintenance Manual
c) In the technical log

445. 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 person responsible for carrying out the weight and balance
procedure
c) The manufacturer of the equipment

446. The term 'reaction' used in weighing an aircraft refers to

# a) the individual loads on each landing gear
b) the sum of the loads on all of the landing gear
c) the sum of the loads on the main landing gear only

447. A hole drilled at the intersection of two bends in a fabricated sheet metal
component is called
a) a crack stopper
# b) a relief hole
c) a drain hole

448. Aluminum alloy pipe used for hydraulics systems is flared

# a) as supplied
b) annealed
c) normalized

449. Material used for springs is

a) Low carbon steel or alloy steel with high working stresses
b) Low carbon steel or alloy steel with low working stresses
# c) High carbon or alloy steel with low working stress

450. Thrust bearings transmit

# a) thrust loads, thus limiting axial movement
b) thrust loads, thus limiting radial movement
c) radial loads, thus limiting axial movement

451. Chipping of a ball bearing indicates

a) brinelling
b) chattering
# c) spalling

452. After a heavy landing you should check

a) engine module alignment
 b) engine compressor shaft alignment
# c) engine thrust alignment

453. Refueling should not take place when

a) APU running
b) Nav lights and landing lights on
# c) within 30 m (100 ft) of radar equipment being operated

454. When Ground Power is connected to aircraft, the generators are

a) paralleled to supply
b) paralleled to supply for ground starting only
# c) never be parallel

455. Electronic test equipment for fuel tank contents systems usually
incorporate variable
a) inductors
b) resistors
# c) capacitors

456. A defect would be marked on an exhaust system using

# a) chalk
b) a pencil
c) a special zinc/copper tipped marking tool

457. A hairline crack would show up on a dye penetrant inspection as

a) a group of dots spread over a wide area
b) a continuous line of small dots
# c) a thin broken line or chain

458. When carrying out an ultrasonic inspection, what is the gel used for?
# a) To create a good sonic coupling between 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

459. 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

460. Hydraulic crimping tool after completing the crimping operation, releases
the crimp when?
# a) The by pass valve opens
b) The by pass valve closes
c) Foot pedal force is at maximum

461. At which frequency is the calibration of crimping tools carried out?

a) Annually
# b) Every 1000 crimps
 c) Bi-annually

462. When using a heat shrink gun, what should the temperature of the gun be
set to?
# a) 100 above the heat shrink value
b) 100 below the heat shrink value
c) 15 below the heat shrink value

463. What is the maximum resistance between the main earth system and a
metal plate on which the earthing device (tire) is resting?
a) 1 megohm
# b) 10 megohms
c) 100 megohms

464. What is the reason for a primary bonding connections large cross-
sectional area?
# a) To carry lightening discharge current should the need arise
b) To maintain the airframe at the same potential throughout
c) To carry the static discharge current to the conducting nose wheel

465. 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, one each side of the engine
c) With at least two primary conductors on one side of the engine

466. 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) A full scale reading is obtained is obtained
# b) A zero reading
c) The meter reads 0.1 ohm

467. When refueling an aircraft from a tanker, why are the aircraft and tanker
bonded together?
a) To enable the aircraft re-fuel pumps to be operated from the tanker
electrical supply
# b) To maintain the aircraft and tanker at the same electrical potential
c) To discharge static electricity from the aircraft to the tanker

468. Whenever possible a functional test should be carried out on an aircraft

using which power supply?
# a) An external supply
b) The aircraft battery
c) The aircraft generators

469. Fluorescent dye penetrant is suited for what materials?

a) Ferrous magnetic materials
# b) Non magnetic non-ferrous materials
c) Plastics and non magnetic materials
470. Taper pin are classified by
a) length and taper
b) length and diameter of large end
# c) length and diameter of small end

471. Graphite greases are used for

# a) high temperature applications
b) low temperature applications
c) medium temperature applications

472. Removal of ice by the use of de-icing fluid on the aircraft, before flight
# a) may remove ice for a period of time depending on the airfield
conditions
b) must be 1 hour before flight to enable fluid to be cleaned from aircraft
c) will provide sufficient prevention of ice formation until take off

473. Non metallic parts of the aircraft

a) do not require to be bonded because they are non conductive
b) must be bonded by bonding leads
# c) must be bonded by application of conductive paint

474. When fitting a hydraulic component, the hydraulic seal should be

lubricated with
a) with a specified hydraulic oil
# b) the same fluid that is used in the hydraulic system (e.g. skydrol)
c) grease

475. BITE systems to be used on the ground only is deactivated by

a) the parking break
# b) on take off
c) by the undercarriage retraction

476. On twist drill chart, small drills have

# a) largest numbers
b) smallest numbers
c) their sizes in fractions, in inches

477. What drill angle is used to drill titanium?

a) 90-100 degrees
b) 130-140 degrees
# c) 105-120 degrees

478. When pressure testing a flexible hydraulic pipe you test it at

a) its normal axis
b) straight plus and minus 15 degrees
# c) normal axis plus and minus 15 degrees

479. When turning and towing an aircraft, why should sharp radiuses be
 avoided?
a) Power steering leaks could occur
b) Scrubbing of nose wheel tires could occur
# c) Scrubbing of main wheel tires could occur

480. The minimum 'no smoking' zone around an aircraft when refueling is
# a) 6m
b) 15m
c) 10m

481. A CO2 extinguisher is used on

# a) solid, liquid and electrical fires
b) solid, liquid, hot metal and electrical fires
c) solid and liquid fires

482. The Sine Bar is used to

a) check accuracy of slip gauges
b) by itself to calculate angles
# c) produce angles using slip gauges

483. When tightening a nut on a bolt the torque loading applied is

a) independent of whether the threads are wet or dry
b) inversely proportional to the force applied to the spanner
# c) the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular
distance from the point of application to the centre of the bolt

484. A pressure gauge is fitted to a Dead Weight Tester. The piston area is
0.25 sq.in. 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) 1.25psi
# b) 20psi
c) 200psi

485. De-icing fluid Type 1 is used

# a) for short holdover times
b) where the ambient temperature is below -10degrees Centigrade
c) where holdover times are long

486. Block cumulative maintenance means that

a) each check usually involves an increased aircraft down time
# b) all the checks require the same man hour input except for the major
inspections
c) all the maintenance is carried out in blocks

487. A separate modification record book is required for

a) all aircraft
# b) passenger aircraft exceeding 2730 kgs MTWA
c) passenger aircraft exceeding 3600 kgs MTWA
488. 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

489. When mooring an aircraft what type of rope should be used?

# a) Nylon
b) Fiber, tied tight due to stretch when wet
c) Fiber, with some slack due to shrinkage when wet

490. When using a Pacific tension meter 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