FAA Aviation Mechanic General (AMG)Regulations, Records and Human FactorsMedium
A manufacturer's maintenance manual does not address a specific repair technique for a component. According to 14 CFR 43.13(a), what standard must the mechanic use for performing the work?
- AOnly techniques published by a competing manufacturer
- BTechniques described in the aircraft's pilot operating handbook
- CMethods, techniques, and practices acceptable to the Administrator
- DAny technique the mechanic personally believes is adequate
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Methods, techniques, and practices acceptable to the Administrator
14 CFR 43.13(a) requires that maintenance be performed using methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the manufacturer's maintenance manual or Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, or other methods, techniques, and practices acceptable to the Administrator, along with tools and equipment necessary to ensure work of an acceptable standard.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. There is no requirement to use a competitor's published techniques.
- B. The pilot operating handbook addresses operation, not maintenance techniques.
- D. Personal opinion alone does not satisfy the regulatory standard.
43.13(a) Performance Standards
Establishes the required methods, techniques, and practices for performing maintenance, and mandates use of proper tools and equipment.
- Primary source: manufacturer's manual or ICA
- Alternate source: methods acceptable to the Administrator
- Work must result in a condition at least equal to original design
Memory trick: 'Manual first, Administrator as backup.'