FAA Private Pilot Airplane (PAR)RegulationsMedium
Which of the following is a primary purpose of the Airworthiness Certificate?
- ATo provide a record of the aircraft's registration with the FAA.
- BTo show that all required maintenance inspections have been completed.
- CTo certify that the aircraft conforms to its type design and is in a condition for safe operation.
- DTo indicate the aircraft is owned by a U.S. citizen.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. To certify that the aircraft conforms to its type design and is in a condition for safe operation.
The Airworthiness Certificate is a federal document that certifies an aircraft meets its type design and is in a condition for safe operation. It must be displayed in the aircraft at all times.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. The Registration Certificate provides a record of registration.
- B. Maintenance records show completed inspections, but the Airworthiness Certificate itself is a broader declaration of airworthiness.
- D. This is indicated by the Registration Certificate, not the Airworthiness Certificate.
Airworthiness Certificate Purpose
The Airworthiness Certificate certifies that an aircraft conforms to its type design and is in a condition for safe operation, and it must be displayed in the aircraft.
- Purpose: Certifies conformity to type design and safe operating condition.
- Validity: Remains valid as long as the aircraft is maintained and operated per regulations.
- Display: Must be visible to passengers and crew.
- Issued by: FAA.
Memory trick: Certificates: Airworthy for Safety, Registered for Identity.