14.1. Material Handling - Sheet metal.

Question Number. 1. The purpose of a joggle is.

Option A. to act as a tear stopper.
Option B. to make the holes for a rivet line up.
Option C. to produce a flush fit at a metal joint.
Correct Answer is. to produce a flush fit at a metal joint.
Explanation. A&P Technician Airframe Textbook 2-8.

Question Number. 2. Caustic soda applied to a metal turns black. This would indicate
the metal is.
Option A. magnesium alloy. Option B. duralumin.
Option C. aluminium. Correct Answer is. duralumin. Explanation. NIL.

Question Number. 3. Removal of a scratch from a sheet of metal requires.

Option A. polishing.
Option B. blending.
Option C. burnishing.
Correct Answer is. burnishing.
Explanation. A&P Mechanics Airframe Textbook Page 130.

Question Number. 4. When dimpling a sheet of metal you would require.

Option A. an oversized rivet and special reaction block.
Option B. a male and female die. Option C. a male die only.
Correct Answer is. a male and female die

Question Number. 5. The skin on an aircraft is normally manufactured

from.
Option A. 2024 aluminium alloy. Option B. 7075 aluminium alloy.
Option C. 2117 aluminium alloy.
Correct Answer is. 2024 aluminium alloy. Explanation. A&P Technician Airframe
Textbook 2-7.

Question Number. 6. The mold point is.

Option A. the mid point in the thickness of a sheet of metal to which the radius
dimension is calculated.
Option B. the centre of curvature of a radiused corner in a metal fabricated
component.Option C.an imaginary point from which real base measurements are
provided.
Correct Answer is. an imaginary point from which real base measurements are
provided.
 Explanation. A&P Technician Airframe Textbook 2-71.

Question Number. 7. Relief holes are.

Option A. holes drilled in a battery container to provide drainage.

Option B. holes drilled in the corner of a metal box to prevent cracking.
Option C. holes drilled to stop a crack. Correct Answer is. holes drilled in the corner of a metal
box to prevent cracking

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The materials most commonly soldered in soft soldering are
Ans a) brass and mild steel
b) stainless steel and titanium
c) aluminium and magnesium

To read the transponder coding from an aircrafts transponder you

a) use the code signal and a chart to determine the signal
b) use the output onithe flight deck
Ans c) use a ATC600 test set

The dye penetrant field test kit consists of cans of

a) penetrant, cleaner, developer and a brush
b) penetrant, cleaner and developer
Ans c) spray penetrant, spray cleaner and spray developer

A UNF bolt is indicated by

Ans a) 2-3 rings on the head
b) a triangle on the head
c) green dye

When using a vernier call per with no knife edges to measure the internal diameter of a bush,
you
Ans a) add the dimensions of the nibs
b) ignore the dimensions of the nibs
c) subtract the dimensions of the nibs

The liquid applied to a component being checked by magnetic particle inspection is for
Ans a) acting as a transmission medium for the test
b) to prevent corrosion occurring from contact with the probe
c) to prevent scratching of the surface by the probe

Risk assessments should only be carriedout for

a) tasks carried out above the he ght of 6 foot
Ans b) all tasks and processes that are performed
c) tasks using hazardous chemicals

The most appropriate fire extinguisher for an aircraft wheel and brake fire would be
Ans a) dry powder b) water c) carbon dioxide

Once a person has been disconnected from the source of an electrical shock the next step
should be
a) seek assistance immediately
Ans b) check for breathing start AR if necessary
c) check for pulse start cardiac massage if necessary

Which of the following is the most appropriate filing technique?

a) Even pressure forward and backwards
Ans b) Pressure forwards, relieve pressure backwards
c) Pressure backwards, relieve pressure forwards

Stubborn pins in file teeth should be removed

Ans a) pricking out with sharp point
b) using file card
c) tapping file gently on workbench

A flat chisel being used for aluminum should have a point angle of
Ans a) 30 degrees
b) 65 degrees
c) 55 degrees
A mill file can be used for
a) corners less than 60 degrees
b) general purpose
Ans c) saw sharpening

A rawhide mallet is
a) available with copper inserts
Ans b) used for giving softer blows than boxwood mallet
c) less expensive than bossing mallet

Tension files
a) can be used to cut in one direction only
Ans b) can cut in either direction
c) clog easily

When using low tungsten hacksaw blades it is recommended to use

Ans a) 50 stroke per min
b) 60 strokes per min
c) 40 strokes per min

"Stop Drill" is the process of a) drilling holes in a metal prior to riveting b) drilling a rivet
head to remove it from the metal
Ans c) drilling holes to stop a crack at the crack ends
The scale on an ohmmeter is
Ans a) cramped at high resistance
b) cramped at low resistance
c) linear

What is undesirable in a good weld? Ans a) oxides mixed in with the filler material
b) 100% penetration by filler material c) fusing the edges of materials to be joined

An unauthorised repair has been carried out;a) sign a CRS for the repair
b) apply for it as a modification Ans c) carryout an approved repair

Where would you find the information on the conditions for weighing the aircraft?
a) Flight Manual in conjunction with the documents associated with the CofA
Ans b) Maintenance Manual c) Technical Log

A JAR 66 licensed engineer, when signing a CRS for a non-JAR 145 company would need to
have
a) maintenance experience for 4 months within the last 24 months Ans b) maintenance
experience for 6 months within the last 24 months c) an aircraft type refresher in the last 24
months

A National UK licensed engineer, when signing a CRS would need to have

a) maintenance experience for 4 months within the last 24 months
Ans b) maintenance experience for 6 months within the last 24 months
c) an aircraft type refresher in the last 24 months

Silver solder is made from: Ans a) zinc, copper, silver b) zinc, copper, tin
c) zinc, copper, lead
How do you check a chain for elongation?
Ans a) Lay flat on a table, apply tensile load and measure b) Hang chain up, check sight line
and measure c) Adjust the end fittings

A windy drill produces power by

Ans a) vane type motor producing torque b) spur gears in a miniature gearbox
c) bevel gears

A light drive clearance between bolt and hole on a drawing would be

Ans a) 0.0015” b) 0.0025” c) 0.005”

What is a good weld?

Ans a) Build up by 1/8” in the middle of the weld b) Sides sloping to the base metals
c) An oxide coating on the base metals
Previous weighing record are
a) retained for 2 yrs only b) destroyed after 5 yrs Ans c) are kept with aircraft records

Which is the preferred method for aluminium alloy alloy?

a) Electroflux b) Magnaflux Ans c) Ultrasonic

A composite flap panel has corrosion. What NDT method will you use to detect?
Ans a) High voltage x-ray b) Low voltage x-ray c) Coin tap test

Vital point inspections

a) are lifed components Ans b) are components which involve duplicate inspections
c) are points which require special certifying LAEs
Bonding lead testers are attached with
Ans a) a 60 feet lead is connected to the main earth and a 6 foot test lead is connected to
check the resistance between selected points b) a 6 feet test lead is connected to the main earth
and a 60 feet lead is connected to check the resistance between selected points
c) either of the leads can be connected anywhere

Chopped strand mat is a good general purpose mat because

a) it has short fibres Ans b) it gives equal properties in all directions c) it is a stiffer than
woven cloth

When checking resistance of a cable to the starter motor what test is carried out?
Ans a) Millivolt drop test
b) Safety Ohmeter
c) Time Domain Reflectometer

When checking cable tensions you are looking for

a) artificial feel Ans b) full and free movement c) free movement only

Three revolutions of a 40 T.P.l. micrometer will show

Ans a) 0.075 inch b) 0.03 inch c) 0.003 inch

If the bearing strength of a metal is greater than the shear strength of the rivet, what will
occur?
a) Rivet will show incorrectly installed b) Rivet will pull through the metal Ans c) Rivet will
joggle

The latest drawing identified by

Ans a) issue number b) amendment number c) date

To carry out a continuity test you would use

a) an HT circuit tester
Ans b) a low reading ohmmeter
c) ammeter
On a pre flight check you notice an instrument glass is cracked. You should
Ans a) check MEL b) tell oncoming captain c) enter into technical log

Electrical cables installed on aircraft. What is used to indicate a fault?

a) Resistance test Ans b) Continuity test c) Bonding test

What is the measure of a d.t.i?

Ans a) 0.020 mm
b) 0.040 mm
c) 0.050 mm

in the CRS, a specific reference is made to

a) AOC
Ans b) ANO
c) CofA

Units of torque are

Ans a) lbs.ft and lbs.in
b) lbs/ft2 and lbs/in2
c) Lbs And Kgs

The value of the insulation resistance of an electric motor compared to its supply leads is
a) greater
Ans b) smaller
c) same

On a Bonding Tester the number of probes on the 60 ft and 6ft leads respectively are
Ans a) 1 and 2
b) 2 and 1
c) 2 and 2

Maximum value of resistance between all isolated parts which may be subjected to
appreciable electrostatic charging and the main earth
a) 0.05 ohm
b) 1 ohm
Ans c) 0.5 Megohm or 100 kilohm per sq.ft. of surface area whichever is less

The calibration of a piece of test equipment is suspect. Your actions would be

a) calibrate/rectify immediately
b) note and rectify later
Ans c) remove from service and annotate accordingly

Removal of corrosion from aluminium clad alloy

a) chemically by trichloroethylene
b) mechanically by buffing
Ans c) chemically by sulphuric acid solution

The eddy current method of flaw detection can detect

a) surface flaws only
Ans b) surface flaws and those just beneath the surface
c) sub surface flaws only

With dye penetrant how is the developer applied

Ans a) at a distance of 10 to 12 inches with several passes
b) as an even layer of chalk applied over the area
c) using a tank

How is dye penetrant affected when applying below 15 degrees C?

a) not affected by temperature
Ans b) precipitation affects efficiency
c) warm the work beforehand

When using the dye penetrant method crack detection ,the indications on a short, deep crack
are
Ans a) single dots
b) circles
c) long chain

Control methods for galvanic corrosion include

Ans a) joining similar metals and using jointing compounds
b) reducing cyclic stressing and increasing cross sectional area
c) ensuring correct heat treatments and correct alloying

The treatment for stress corrosion is

Ans a) always the replacement of the part b) the same as for surface corrosion or surface
cracks in sheet metal c) not the same as fatigue corrosion

A deep internal crack in a structural steel member is detected by

a) magnetic flaw method b) fluorescent penetrant method Ans c) x-ray or ultrasonic process

Very light corrosion on aluminium alloy can be removed by

a) rubbing with wire wool b) using Alocrom 1200 Ans c) using a solvent

To remove corrosion on Fe metals use

a) sulphuric acid rust remover b) selenious acid rust removerAns c) phosphoric acid rust
remover

The usual manufacturers anti corrosive process to be applied to Fe aircraft parts is

a) anodising Ans b) cadmium plating c) metal spraying

The ultrasonic method of crack detection can be used on

a) surface and subsurface defects on ferrous metal only Ans b) subsurface defects only on all
metalsc) surface and subsurface defects on all metals

An intervention defect is one where

a) there is a requirement for the maintenance engineer to intervene Ans b) the defect occurred
because of some previous maintenance action c) the engineer has the discretion on whether to
intervene

Porosity in cast materials

a) only occurs on the surface
b) is only detectable on the surface
Ans c) is detectable as a surface or sub surface defect

When using the fluorescent ink flaw detection method, the component should b inspected
using an
a) infrared lamp
Ans b) ultraviolet lamp
c) ordinary lamp and special glasses
When using the dye penetrant method of crack detection should not normally be used at
temperatures
a) above 15 degrees C
Ans b) below 0 degrees C
c) above 20 degrees C

When using the dye penetrant method the part should be kept wet with the penetrant for
a) up to one hour
Ans b) 15 minutes
c) 5 minutes

According to ATA 100, a symbol code X on a wiring number denotes

a) a ground circuit
b) a warning circuit
Ans c) AC power

The normal tolerance allowed for a bend in a rod is

Ans a) 1:600
b) 1:400
c) 1:100

The damping force in a meter

Ans a) prevents oscillation of the pointer
b) assists the pointer to move over the scale
c) returns the pointer to zero

In a moving coil meter the deflecting force is provided by

a) hairsprings which move the pointer towards full scale
b) a soft iron permanent magnet
Ans c) a current carrying coil pivoted in a permanent magnet field

The force acting on a meter which returns the pointer to zero is

called the
Ans a) controlling force
b) turning force
c) deflecting force

The forces acting on a meter which moves the pointer over the scale is called
a) the controlling force
b) the turning force
Ans c) the deflecting force

The resistance of an ammeter must be

a) high to create a large volts drop across it
b) low because the ammeter is in parallel with the circuit
Ans c) low to prevent volts drop across it

The resistance of a voltmeter must be

a) low to provide a parallel path for the circuit current
Ans b) high so that little current passes through it
c) low to prevent overloading the circuit

on inspection a bearing is found to have distortion, what action should be taken?

Ans a) Reject bearing
b) Blend out distortion and re-grease bearing
c) No action required. Some distortion is normal

On inspection a bearing is found to show signs of overheating, what action should be taken?
Ans a) Reject bearing
b) clean up bearing and repack with grease
c) No action required. Some overheating is normal

Vapour phase inhibitor should be used

a) when painting an aircraft
Ans b) when reprotecting after corrosion

c) when degreasing a component

If an ammeter reads 0 - 1mA FSD, what would you be required to do to enable it to read
10mA FSD?
a) Place a 9 ohm resistor in series with the meter
b) Place a 9.9 ohm resistor across the coils
Ans c) Place a 5.8 ohm resistor as a shunt in parallel with the meter

What should be done if a tool is found not to be working to its calibrated requirements?
Ans a) It should be removed from service, marked as unserviceable and sent away for
overhaul
b) A mechanic should adjust it to restore it to the correct operation
c) It should be placed back into stores and kept in service until the next calibration is due

How do you prevent earth loops forming on screened cables?

a) Do not earth the screen
b) Earth both ends of the screen
Ans c) Earth one end of the screen

When carrying out a bonding test in the presence of an anodic coating, what should you do?
a) Take account of the resistance of the coating
b) Disregard the resistance of the coating
Ans c) Penetrate the coating so a good electrical contact is made

When carrying out soldering to an end termination and a wire, you should tin
Ans a) both the end of the wire and the termination
b) only the end of the wire
c) neither the wire or the termination as tinning is not required

When inspecting an aircraft after a lightning strike, you should observe

a) entry damage
b) entry and exit damage
Ans c) all signs of burning

To detect a fault with magnetic particle flaw detection, the test requires
Ans a) two passes at 90 degrees to each other
b) one pass in any direction
c) two passes in any direction

The substance used in ultrasound inspection is

Ans a) a couplant to allow sound waves to travel
b) a cleaning agent to keep the components clean
c) a developer

Run-out of a rod is measured using

Ans a) DTI, surface plate and V-blacks
b) micrometer and V-blocks
c) vernier and V-blocks

Dye penetrant defects are marked using

Ans a) crayon, unless used in a highly stresses area
b) pencil
c) chalk

How would you mark a defect on an exhaust system?

a) Special zinc/copper tipped marking tool
b) Pencil
Ans c) Chalk

Swaging of a cable end fitting is checked by

Ans a) using a go / no-go gauge on the barrel
b) measuring the length of the barrel before and after swaging
c) looking for cracks on the swage indicating poor swaging

The internal resistance of a voltmeter is

Ans a) high
b) low
c) no more than 0.05 ohms

The internal resistance of an ammeter is

a) high
Ans b) low
c) 1 ohm

For airworthiness purposes, aircraft parts are graded as

Ans a) primary, secondary and tertiary
b) class A, B and C
c) 1, 2 and 3

After working with epoxy resins, how is natural oil returned to the skin?
a) Refatting cream
b) Epoxy removing cream
Ans c) Acetone/lanolin mixture

When crimping wires, the wires should be

Ans a) lightly twisted
b) twisted
c) straight

Why are copper wires used in electrical systems?

a) They do not give off a magnetic field
b) They have high permeability
Ans c) They have a low resistance to current

When crimping wires, the wire should

Ans a) extend 0.8 mm beyond the crimp
b) be flush with the crimp
c) be beneath the crimp

A pressure vessel of thickness 1/16" to 1/8" is being tested with dye penetrant. The penetrant
should be left for
a) the same length of time as normal
Ans b) 3 times longer than normal
c) less than normal

A capacitive fuel contents system should be tested with

a) a ratiometer
b) a decade box
Ans c) a wheatstone bridge

This is a diagram of a
a) rheostat
Ans b) potentiometer
c) variable resistor

Continuity of a fibre optic cable is tested with a

a) multimeter
b) light source and optometer
Ans c) calibrated light generator and opto-power meter

A flight control cable is replaced if

a) a wire is 20 % worn
Ans b) single wires are blended together
c) the protective fluid coating is missing

A drill bit of 0.250" would be

a) 6/32 and letter F
b) 7/32 and letter G
Ans c) 8/32 and letter E

Insufficient heat used in soldering will cause

Ans a) a high resistance joint potential
b) the joint to oxidize
c) contamination of the joint

On a patch repair you should use

a) the same rivet spacing as the original structure
Ans b) material one gauge thicker than the original structure
c) only aluminium alloy rivets

When testing hoses you should use

a) a pressure equal to 12" head of water
Ans b) 1.5 x maximum pressure under water
c) 3 x maximum pressure under water

When weighing an aircraft using elastic load cells, the load cells go
a) between top of jack and the aircraft
Ans b) as a single unit or combination of units under the aircraft wheels
c) between undercarriage and aircraft
Needle grease points are used on
a) items with gland seals
b) large pivoted joints
Ans c) small pivoted joints

When using transistorized test equipment, what should the output be?
a) High impedanceAns
Ans b) Low impedance
c) Not affected by impedance

When de-icing an aircraft with pressure de-icing fluid, the sensors on the outside of the
aircraft should
a) have their heating switched on
Ans b) be fitted with blanks or bungs
c) not be blanked

If an unauthorized repair is carried out

Ans a) the Cof A is invalidated until an authorized repair has been done
b) the Cof A in not invalidated providing a CRS is issued
c) the aircraft can fly with a Certificate of Fitness for Flight

Rigid pipes are designed with bends to

a) absorb vibration
b) fit to the aircraft structure
Ans c) allow for expansion and contraction due to heat and absorb vibration

On a composite aircraft, large items are bonded

Ans a) by primary bonding leads attached to a cage
b) by use of large copper strips
c) Don't need to be bonded because they are made of an insulating material.

On an ATC transponder transmitting altitude, how do you get the code?

a) Convert it to binary
Ans b) Read off the ATC-600 test set
c) Read off the transponder itself
When fitting a shackle pin , fit with
Ans a) head uppermost
b) a shakeproof washer under the head
c) 0.020" float

Fore and aft limits of the CG

Ans a) are specified by the manufacturer
b) are determined by the licensed engineer after a major check and weighing
c) are determined by the pilot when calculating the loading data

1EF6B22 NMSV What does the B mean

Ans a) Segment letter
b) Circuit function
c) Cable number

in aircraft control cables, when a lock is fitted to the control surface

Ans a) it will prevent the control surface and the control column movement
b)it will not prevent the control surface movement but will lock the
control column
c) it will prevent the control surface movement but not the control
column movement

A white/blue insertion-extraction tool would be used on a cable of

what size?
a) 22
Ans b) 16
c) 10

Which of the following is a preventive process against HIRF?

Ans a) Visual inspections
b) Periodically checking aircraft bonding
c) Monitoring HIRF on the communication system

A C.of A. for export

a) gives authority for the aircraft to fly
Ans b) does not give authority by it self for the aircraft to fly
c) is required before aircraft registration in a foriegn country

The box unit in a Teleflex control run which is not suitable for heavily loaded controls is
called
Ans a) Single entry
b) Double entry
c) Straight lead

You find a pipe with a flare end fitting of 74°. What specification has it been manufactured
to?
a) S.A.E.
b) A.G.S.
Ans c) A.N.

Neither oil nor grease should be used as a lubricant on couplings or pipelines carrying
a) Nitrogen
b) Kerosene
Ans c) Oxygen

The threads on a stud:

a) are of opposite hand at each end of the plain of portion
b) are continuous throughout its length and there is no plain portion
Ans c) are of the same hand at each end of the plain portion

Ball and roller bearings are made from a combination of low carbon steel and a percentage of
Ans a) Nickel
b) Chromium
c) Nickel chrome

A UNF threaded wire thread insert may be identified

a) by a red painted tang
b) by a black painted tang
Ans c) by an un-painted tang

Which type of extinguisher can be sued for electric fire

a) Water
b) Foam
Ans c) CO2

After solution treatment of aluminium alloy, the effect of immediate refrigeration at a

temperature with the rang -15oC to - 20oC is
Ans a) to suspend natural ageing for a limited period
b) to increase the rate of artificial ageing
c) to permanently soften the metal to retard the onset of fatigue

Which of the following NDT techniques cannot be used on a component manufactured from
austenitic stainless steel?
a) Penetrant dye
Ans b) Magnetic particle
c) Hot oil and chalk

Aluminium clad alloy sheet should not be polished with mechanical buffing wheels
a) as this will cause large static charges to build up
Ans b) as this may remove the aluminium coating
c) as this may remove the alloy coating

The angle between starts on a double start thread is

a) 120 degrees
b) 90 degrees
Ans c) 180 degrees

What does 18N and contiguous circles on the head of a bolt indicate?
a) 1.8" nominal length 1/2" BSF
Ans b) 1.8" plain shank 1/2" UNF
c) 1.8" threaded portion and plain shank 1/2" UNF

The colour of CO2 type fire extinguisher is

a) red
b) green
Ans c) black

Which type of extinguisher can be used for engine fire?

a) Water
b) BCF
Ans c) CO2

Fire on landing gear brake should be extinguished

a) carbon dioxide extinguisher
b) water extinguisher
Ans c) dry powder extinguisher

Which type of fire extinguishers can be used in the cabin?

a) M.B.
b) C.T.C.
Ans c) water or B.C.F.

A hygrometer is used to
a) check battery electrolyte relative density
b) check battery electrolyte specific gravity
Ans c) take humidity reading

Which type crack will probably cause the most build-up in the magnetic particle indicating
medium?
a) shrink
b) grinding
Ans c) fatigue

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Identify the parts required to make up a flared-tube fitting?

Ans a) Sleeve and nut
b) Body, sleeve and nut
c) Ferrule and nut

The letter A.F.D. in a circle stamped on a material indicates that it has

a) been annealed fired and doped
Ans b) been anodic flaw detected
c) an across flats diameter bolt

The primary reason for using flux when welding aluminium is to

a) promote better fusion of the base metal at a lower temperature
Ans b) prevent oxides from forming ahead of the weld
c) prevent molten metal from flowing too widely

The oxyacetylene flame for silver soldering should be

a) oxidizing
b) carburising
Ans c) neutral

Which items listed below is the most important consideration when selecting a welding rod?
a) Type of torch
b) Thickness of the metal to be welded only
Ans c) Type and thickness of the metal to be welded

On a coaxial cable, cable impedance is

a) proportional to length
b) inversely proportional to length
Ans c) not effected by length

Where would Zone 324 be found in ATA 100?

Ans a) Tip of horizontal stabiliser
b) Fwd of the wing rear spar
c) Between rear spar of wing and trailing edge of wing

A secondary earth is
Ans a) 18 AWG
b) not less than 0.5mm cross sectional area
c) 22 AWG

On a static leak tester, pressure is released by

Ans a) slowly opening the release knob for 3 minutes
b) an internal balance valve in the tester
c) a bleed valve in the tester

The strength of a riveted joint is determined by

a) pitch and tensile strength of rivet
b) shear strength of rivet and material it is made of
Ans c) shear strength and pitch of rivet

What temperature should the heat gun be set for shrinking heat shrink sleeve?
Ans a) 100 degrees C above rated temperature
b) 100 degrees C below rated temperature
c) At the rated temp

What should be checked before a licensed engineer signs a CRS?

Ans a) That he/she has worked for 6 months on the aircraft type within the previous 2 years
b) That he/she has had continuation training within the previous 2 years
c) That he/she has worked for 4 months on the aircraft type within the previous 2 years

How many primary bonding conductors are required on an engine?

a) 2 on one side
Ans b) 1 on each side
c) 1 only

A 0.625" drill is identified by

a) Letter A
b) Letter E
Ans c) 5/8

HIRF interference occurs when

a) in use on mid frequencies
Ans b) in use on all frequencies
c) in use on low frequencies

Solder can be used to join

a) similar metals only
b) only copper based metals
Ans c) some dissimilar metals

Bonding value for secondary structure is

Ans a) 1 ohm
b) 0.5 ohms
c) 0.05 ohms

A fuel calibration test set when used to check an aircraft with half a fuel load is connected
a) to gauge with fuel level capacitance
Ans b) to gauge with fuel level in series
c) to gauge with fuel level in parallel

To measure AC with a moving coil, it

a) is rectified and measures peak value
Ans b) is rectified and measures average value
c) can be directly connected

The benefit of a ketts saw is

a) it allows a single handed operation due to less torque
Ans b) it can cut thicker metal than is usually required for a repair
c) it comes in two versions - pneumatic and electric

'E' on a wire, under ATA 100 is a

a) phase indication
Ans b) system ID code
c) cable size

The drill bit cutting angle for titanium is

a) 90-100 degrees
Ans b) 105-120 degrees
c) 120-140 degrees

The flare angle on an AGS pipe is

a) 45 degrees
Ans b) 37 degrees
c) 90 degrees

A gap in a fire wall can be plugged by

a) a plastic bung
b) an aluminium plate
Ans c) a fireproof bung or bush
Prior to aluminium alloy bonding we
Ans a) acid etch
b) solvent wipe
c) alkaline etch

Diffusion bonding gives

a) high strength and stiffness
Ans b) high strength and ductility
c) high strength and brittleness

Glass reinforced panels are bonded by

Ans a) special conductive paint
b) bonding strips to conductors
c) wire mesh

Calibration of aircraft hydro static weighing equipment is

a) carried out every time before an aircraft is weighed and adjusted by operator
Ans b) done once a year
c) not required

On an aircraft which has had a heavy landing on the lower wing you may see
a) sagging
b) hogging
Ans c) wrinkling

A chain is removed by
a) spring clips
b) removing chain links on an endless chain
Ans c) nuts and bolts

An aircraft should be cleared of snow using

Ans a) hot fluid
b) cold fluid
c) hot air
When weighing an aircraft
Ans a) the aircraft is jacked
b) only he main wheels are weighed
c) a load cell should be placed under each set of wheels

Vital points inspections are carried out

a) on an A check
Ans b) after the area is disturbed
c) on a C check

Rubber components should be stored

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

When an aircraft is pulled out of soft ground

Ans a) the equipment should be attached to the main gear
b) the equipment should be attached to the nose gear
c) the equipment should be attached to the tail cone

An aircraft should not be refuelled when

a) the APU is running
Ans b) with radar and electrical equipment operating
c) navigation and landing lights are operating

To check the structure of a wing, use

a) low voltage X-rays
Ans b) high voltage X-rays
c) ultrasonic NDT

When drilling light alloy

a) no lubricant is required
b) lard oil should be used
Ans c) use the specified lubricant

When countersinking rivet holes in a material

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

The picture above shows a torque wrench with an extension. To apply a torque
of 350 lb.in. the reading on the dial should be
a) 350 lb.in.
Ans b) 280 lb.in.
c) 245 lb.in.

The gears in a pistol windy drill are

Ans a) spur gears
b) gears in a gear box
c) gerotor type gears

When using dye penetrant NDT on a tank, the penetrant should be applied
Ans a) on the inside, with developer on the outside
b) on the outside, with developer on the outside
c) on the inside, with developer on the inside

Reaming light alloy tube is done with

Ans a) the same oil and lubrication as used for cutting
b) hard base lubricant
c) no lubricant

What is a countersink tool used for?

a) To adjust the angle of a countersink
b) To prevent damage to pipework in a blind hole
Ans c) To adjust the depth of a countersink

Storage of components to prevent corrosion is usually in the form of

a) a plastic box
Ans b) silica gel
c) grease proof paper

When mooring helicopters

a) one blade should be tied to the tail rotor
b) one blade should be tied to the structure
Ans c) each blade should be capped and tied to the mooring points

To prevent wet arc tracking

a) cables should not be stretched
b) cable grips should be tight
Ans c) ensure hot stamp printing is controlled

Dye penetrant kits should be stored

Ans a) out of sunlight in a dry place
b) in direct sunlight to keep it dry
c) in a dark damp cupboard

Aircraft measurements aft of the datum are

Ans a) positive
b) negative
c) either positive or negative

When splicing a cable with a soldered joint, the operation is finished when
a) the solder has melted
Ans b) the solder and insulation have formed
c) the solder sleeve disappears

When manufacturing a connector the unused holes are

a) filled with connector blanks
b) filled with connectors
Ans c) covered with blanks

There is ice and snow on a helicopter blade. You

a) wipe off excess snow and leave ice
Ans b) remove all traces of ice and snow
c) leave a layer of ice

Wrinkling of an aircraft skin will

a) weaken the skin
b) increase drag on the aircraft
Ans c) cause rivets to pull

Marking out on stainless steel can be clarified by application of

a) ammonia
Ans b) copper sulphate
c) sal ammoniac

Tolerance is the
Ans a) allowable error due to faulty workmanship and tools
b) difference between worn and new tools
c) the difference between a hole and shaft size

A press fit requires

a) the hole to be expanded by heat
Ans b) some sort of driving force
c) the shaft to be shrunk by cooling

When drawing lines on aluminium alloy sheet prior to bending

Ans a) a thin coat of zinc chromate primer should be used, ready for pencil lines
b) a scriber should be used
c) a wax pencil should be used

You have removed a bolt from a critical bolted joint for inspection and rectification. What
action should you take prior to inspection?
Ans a) A preliminary inspection should be made before the hole is cleaned
b) Before any inspection is carried out, the nut/bolt and hole must be cleaned with a solvent
such as trichloroethylene
c) Clean the bolt shank and thread and re-grease and replace bolt and check for side-play.

On inspection of a critical bolted joint you witness black or grey dust or past. What type of
corrosion has taken place and what type of material is involved?
a) Galvanic corrosion in magnesium alloys
Ans b) Fretting corrosion in aluminium alloys
c) Exfoliation corrosion in magnesium alloys

In a critically bolted joint

Ans a) a PLI washer can only be used once
b) a PLI washer can be used more than once only with self locking nuts
c) a PLI washer can be affected by thread lubricant

What solvents could you use to clean tools used for fibreglass repairs?
a) Lead free petrol/kerosene
b) Trichloroethylene or acetone
Ans c) acetone or MEK

Which of the following jointing compounds should not be used in the vicinity of a joint where
the temperature may exceed 200 degrees C?
Ans a) DTD 369
b) DTD 200
c) DTD 900

Why is jointing compound applied to the surfaces of material being joined together prior to
riveting?
a) To prevent swarf damage
b) To act as a sealant and prevent filiform corrosion
Ans c) To inhibit electrolytic action

What is the typical acceptable limit of a dent on a frame member?

a) One and a half times the skin thickness
b) Twice the skin gauge and 0.75" diameter
Ans c) One gauge depth and 0.75" diameter

What is indicated by the wrinkling of the underside of an aircraft skin?

Ans a) Hogging
b) Fretting
c) Sagging

What is used to re-protect magnesium?

a) Selenious acid
b) Deoxidine
Ans c) Chromic acid

What is used on magnesium to remove corrosion?

a) Selenious acid
Ans b) Chromic acid / sulphuric acid solution
c) Strontium chromate

How do you prevent aquaplaning during landing?

Ans a) Use reverse thrust
b) Reduce flare
c) Put flaps up

When an aircraft has been struck by lightning

a) control surface freedom of movement need not be checked provided skin punctures are less
than 3/16 inch diameter.
Ans b) control surface bearings and hinges should be checked for stiffness in operation
c) Control surface freedom of movement need not be checked providing the bonding is
undamaged.

Galvanic corrosion refers to a type of

a) plating process
b) surface corrosion
Ans c) corrosion between two pieces of material

Co-axial cable is preferred to airframe cable in which application?

a) High frequency interference
b) Low frequency interference
Ans c) Where the diameter of cable is not important

Chromating used on magnesium alloys produces

a) metal chromates on the surface chemically
b) chromium surface electrochemically
Ans c) a chromate film surface

Forward release connectors are

a) pushed forwards
Ans b) pulled backwards
c) twisted to the right

A metallic stiff nut

a) is pre lubricated and does not need lubricating
b) cannot be torque loaded
Ans c) cannot be used in areas in excess of 250oC

If during an engine overhaul, ball or roller bearings are found to have magnetised but
otherwise have no defects, they
Ans a) must be degaussed before use
b) are in an acceptable service condition
c) cannot be used again

Damaged chromate film should be repaired by using

Ans a) selenious acid 10% by weight in water
b) phosphoric acid 10% by weight in water
c) selenious acid 20% by weight in water

When receiving new parts it is the responsibility of the engineer to check

a) it was designed to acceptable standards
b) it has a green serviceable label attached
Ans c) it is of the correct modification state and is serviceable

Chromating used on magnesium alloys

Ans a) uses chromates and converts the surface chemically
b) uses chromium and converts the surface electrochemically
c) uses chromium, which is deposited on the surface

PIDG crimp tools are marked by

Ans a) coloured handles and wire crimp size on tool
b) coloured handles only
c) wire crimp size on tool only

Repair to aluminium pipe can be done using burnishing

a) if damage is no more than 5%
Ans b) if damage is no more than 10%
c) if damage is surface only

When there is no laid down procedures for calibration, what should be used?
a) CAAIPs
Ans b) British Standards for calibration of tools
c) Aircraft Maintenance Manual

What type of flux should generally be used?

a) Active
Ans b) Non-Active
c) Passive

When measuring a square waveform with a multimeter, what voltage does it display?
a) Less than RMS value
b) More than RMS value
Ans c) Equal to RMS value

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

A defect would be marked on an exhaust system using

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

Which of the following lines indicate hidden detail on a drawing?

a) A continuous line as shown in 1
b) A broken line as shown in 3
Ans c) A broken line as shown in 2

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

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

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

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?
Ans a) Full scale left
b) Full scale right
c) Zero at the centre

When using a megger to test insulation resistance, capacitive filters should be disconnected
for what reason?
a) Remove the risk of damage to the megger
Ans b) Remove the spurious readings caused by the capacitors charging and discharging

c) Prevent damage to the filters

When Inserting pins into a forward facing connector the inserting tool should be used with
the gap facing which direction:
a) The centre of the connector
Ans b) The outside of the connector
c) Either direction

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

The type of binding tape used for cables in temperatures above 360°C is which of the
following?
a) Nylon
Ans b) Teflon
c) Nomex

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

a) Annually
Ans b) Every 1000 crimps
c) Bi-annually
In order to maintain HIRF protection, bonding checks between airframe and electrical
components carrying voltages greater than 50V RMS or dc should not exceed:
a) 1 M ohm
Ans b) 1 ohm
c) 0.05 ohm

Ribbon cables affected by mutual impedance and current loop leakage should be protected by
a) Shielding each individual conductor
b) Connecting all conductors to a common earth
Ans c) Earthing each alternate conductor to separate points

On a long co-axial cable how would you check for discontinuities and shorts in situ?
a) Safety ohmmeter
Ans b) Time domain reflectometer
c) Continuity tester

What is the minimum bend radius of a loom adequately supported at a terminal block?
a) 8 x diameter
Ans b) 3 x diameter
c) 10 x diameter

How are front release pins removed?

a) The tool is Inserted from the front and the pin is removed from the front
Ans b) The tool is inserted from the front and the pin is removed from the rear
c) The tool is inserted from the rear and the pin Is removed from the front

If a co-axial cable clamp is over tightened so as to compress the di-electric, how will the
capacitance change?
Ans a) Increase
b) Decrease
c) Stay the same

What is the minimum bend radius of a single co-axial cable?

Ans a) 6xdiameter
b) 8 x diameter
c) 10 x diameter
What is wet arc tracking?
a) A fault caused by insulation damage and fluid contamination
Ans b) A fault caused by hot stamp printing
c) A fault caused by “knuckling through"

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

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

What is the primary purpose of bonding of metallic parts of an aircraft?

a) To prevent lightening strikes
b) To carry provide a return path for electrical two-wire system
Ans c) To prevent high potential differences between metallic parts from building up

What is the reason for a primary bonding connection’s large cross-sectional area?
Ans 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

The three electrical checks carried out on aircraft are (1) continuity (2) bonding (3) insulation.
What is the order in which they are executed?
a) 1-2-3
b) 2-3-1
Ans c) 2-1-3

When an engine is not in direct electrical contact with its mounting, how should it be bonded?
a) With at least one primary conductor
Ans 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
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
Ans b) A zero reading
c) The meter reads 0.1 ohm

When an earth-return terminal assembly has to be replaced which of the following checks
must be carried out?
Ans a) Bonding and milli-volt drop tests
b) Bonding and insulation resistance tests
c) Bonding and continuity tests

If the leads of a bonding tester are damaged, what is the procedure?

a) A new lead may be manufacturers using the correct current rated cable
b) Provided that the damage is situated dose to the end of the leads the cable may be
shortened
Ans c) The damaged leads and the tester should be returned to the manufacturer for repair and
calibration

When carrying out milli-volt drop checks on a circuit, what is an approximate guide for a
correct reading?
a) 10 milli-volts for every 15 amps flowing
Ans b) 5 milli-volts for every 10 amps flowing
c) 10 milli-volts for every 5 amps flowing

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
Ans b) To maintain the aircraft and tanker at the same electrical potential
c) To discharge static electricity from the aircraft to the tanker

When carrying out a continuity test on a circuit when a known resistance exists, what
instrument would you use?
Ans a) A multimeter
b) A high resistance insulation tester
c) A lamp and battery

Effective continuity is not possible unless which of the following conditions exists?
a) All circuit earths are disconnected
Ans b) The portion of the circuit under test must constitute a simple series circuit with no
parallel paths
c) All manually operated switches must be off

Why is a low voltage supply used for continuity testing?

a) To avoid damage to the wiring
Ans b) To avoid breaking down a high resistance film that might exist between contacting
surfaces
c) To prevent fuses “blowing” and lamps burning out

If an insulation resistance tester is operated and the leads are suspended in free air, what will
the meter read?
Ans a) Infinity
b) Zero
c) Mid scale – it is a ratiometer movement and there is no current flowing in the external
circuit

When replacing a bonding connection and the original conductor cannot be matched exactly,
which of the following replacements would you use?
Ans a) One manufactured from the same type of material, but of greater cross sectional area
should be selected
b) One manufactured from any conducting material of the same cross sectional area be used
c) One manufactured from any piece of Nyvin cable having the correct current capacity may
be used

How do you reduce or remove electrostatic charges which may build up on fibre glass
surfaces?
a) The surface is impregnated with copper strips
Ans b) The surface is treated with a special conductive paint
c) No special treatment is necessary because fibre glass is an insulator

If bridging strips or bonding cords are fractured, what action may be taken?
Ans a) A new conductor should be fitted
b) The broken ends can be soldered
c) The broken ends can be repaired with an “in-line” splice

An Insulation test is carried out on a group of cables and a low reading obtained. What action
would you take?
a) Change or renew all the cables involved in the test
Ans b) Break the circuit down and carry out further checks
c) A low reading would be expected because the cables are in parallel

What is a typical min insulation resistance value for an aircraft undercarriage bay?
a) 10 megohms
b) 5 megohms
Ans c) 2 megohms

Whenever possible a functional test should be carried out on an aircraft using which power
supply?
Ans a) An external supply
b) The aircraft battery
c) The aircraft generators

Immediately after carrying out an insulation check, which of the following applies?
a) A continuity check must be carried out before switching on the circuit for the first time
Ans b) The readings observed arid the atmospheric conditions at the time should be noted and
compared to previous readings
c) The observed readings should be noted and an independent check carried out by another
engineer

A Hardy Spicer coupling has what type of bearings?

a) Plain bearings
b) Ball Bearings
Ans c) Needle bearings

When using the Trepanning Tool, the hole to be drilled should be

a) 1/32" Smaller than the guide diameter
b) 1/32" bigger than the Guide Pin Diameter
Ans c) Same diameter as the guide pin

When a helicopter lands, how does the pilot signal to ground staff when it is safe to approach
the aircraft?
a) Flash the Nav lights
b) Flash the landing lights
Ans c) Turn the anti collision lights off
When using a digital meter to test a diode , a correct operation of the diode is indicated by a
volt drop of
Ans a) 0.3v to 0.7v
b) 1.5v to 2v
c) 2.5v to 2.8v

When using a stripboard , the tracks on a PCB are etched

Ans a) before component fitment
b) after fitment but before soldering the components
c) after fitment and soldering of components

The recommended insulation resistance of a DC motor is

Ans a) 0.5 megohms
b) 2 megohms
c) 5 megohms

Silver soldering is suited for

a) general soldering work
Ans b) high temperature applications
c) electronic component soldering

Soft solder is suited for joints, which are

Ans a) subjected to small forces
b) subjected to strong forces
c) subjected to fatigue

To check that the ident pulse is being generated from an ATC transponder,
Ans a) press the ident and monitor the indication on the ramp test set
b) select ident and check the indication on the instrument panel
c) select an ATC channel and check the morse code

A feather key locates a gear on a shaft and permits

a) a positive and strong drive transmission
Ans b) a positive drive and axial movement
c) a positive drive with the gear firmly locked
If an aircraft exceeded the RVSM , when shall the crew report the incident in the appropriate
channels
a) 24 hrs
b) 48 hrs
Ans c) 72 hrs

Dye penetrant is suited for what materials?

a) Ferrous magnetic materials only
Ans b) Non magnetic non-ferrous materials
c) Plastics and non magnetic materials only

Taper pin are classified by

a) length and taper
b) length and diameter of large end
Ans c) length and diameter of small end

Graphite greases are used for

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

Live AC circuits to be checked for open circuits by the use of

a) ohmmeter set to megohms
Ans b) ammeter set to amps
c) multimeter set to AC volts

A milivolt drop check is to be carried out on a heavy duty relay. The milivolt meter would be
connected to the relay
a) when contacts are open and power is on
b) when contacts closed and power is on
Ans c) when contacts open and power off

Light drive fits for bolts have a max size of

a) .0025 inch
b) .005 inch
Ans c) .0006 inch
Removal of ice by the use of de-icing fluid on the aircraft, before flight
Ans 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

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
Ans c) must be bonded by application of conductive paint

When fitting a hydraulic component, the hydraulic seal should be lubricated with
a) with a specified hydraulic oil
Ans b) the same fluid that is used in the hydraulic system (e.g. skydrol)
c) grease

To ensure protection against HIRF affecting audio and navigation aids

a) ensure that the correct number of static wicks are fitted
b) inspect and check all bonding leads to ensure their serviceability and replace if defective
Ans c) ensure that all audio and navigation equipment is adequately screened

If the aircraft is away from base who may certify the second part of the duplicate inspection?
Ans a) a pilot with a licence for the aircraft type
b) a pilot with a licence for any similar aircraft type
c) any licensed engineer

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

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

The intervals for calibration of test equipment

a) are every year
b) are as specified in JAR 145
Ans c) are different from one appliance to another

A multiplier resistance is used to extend the working range of the

a) ammeter
Ans b) voltmeter
c) ohmeter

On twist drill chart, small drills have

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

What drill angle is used to drill titanium?

a) 90-100 degrees
b) 130-140 degrees
Ans c) 100-110 degrees

When pressure testing a flexible hydraulic pipe you test it at?

a) Its normal axis
b) Straight plus and minus 15 degrees
Ans c) Normal axis plus and minus 15 degrees

When turning and towing an aircraft, why should sharp radiuses be avoided?
a) Power steering leaks could occur
b) Scrubbing of nosewheel tyres could occur
Ans c) Scrubbing of mainwheel tyres could occur

The minimum 'no smoking' zone around an aircraft when refuelling is

Ans a) 6m
b) 15m
c) 10m

A CO2 extinguisher is used on

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

The Sine Bar is used to

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

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
Ans c) the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular distance from the point
of application to the centre of the bolt

The UK standard of limits and fits is

Ans a) BS4500
b) BS308
c) BS8888

The pressure gauge 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) it will read
a) 1.25psi
Ans b) 20psi
c) 200psi

De-icing fluid Type 1 is used

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

Block cumulative maintenance means that

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

A separate modification record book is required for

a) all aircraft
Ans b) passenger aircraft exceeding 2730 kgs MTWA
c) passenger aircraft exceeding 3600 kgs MTWA

Sector record pages from the Tech Logs, must be

Ans a) at least duplicated
b) retained for two years from the date of issue
c) retained for four years from the last effective date

In an electrical cable 1EF6B22NMS, what does the letter E represent?

Ans a) Circuit function
b) Cable size
c) Segment letter

On a vernier micrometer, what will three turns of the barrel represent?

a) 0.050"
Ans b) 0.075"
c) 0.100"

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

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

When using a Pacific tensionmeter the correct tension is found by

a) reading dial, provided the correct riser is used for the cable diameter
Ans b) comparing reading to chart provided
c) adding reading to riser number

Dye penetrant kits should be stored

Ans a) out of sunlight in a dry place
b) in direct sunlight to keep it dry
c) in a dark damp cupboard

When testing a fuel metering unit, how is it checked?

a) With the meter in parallel with the unit
Ans b) With the meter in series with the unit
c) With the unit disconnected

How does a windy drill get power?

Ans a) Impeller
b) Spur gear
c) Bevel gear

Which of the following can dye penetrant be used on

Ans a) non ferrous metals
b) plastics
c) honeycomb panels

When using bonding tester

Ans a) ensure prongs penetrate anodised layer
b) ensure prongs do not penetrate anodising layer
c) an anodised component cannot be tested

An aircraft with underwing mounted engines has a heavy landing, where would you expect to
see wrinkling of the skins?
Ans a) on the top and bottom skins
b) Top skin only
c) Bottom skin caused by engine inertia

in an oxygen system, if the pressure drops to 500 PSI, it

a) Causes anoxia
Ans b) blocks the oxygen system regulator
c) Begins to overheat

How are taper reamers classified?

a) Taper and diameter of small end
Ans b) Length and diameter of large end
c) Length, diameter of large end, and diameter of small end

Where do you find the preparation for weight and balance?

Ans a) Maintenance Manual
b) CAIPs
c) BCARs

An AC voltmeter reads
a) peak value
b) peak to peak value
Ans c) average value

Minimum equipments to be carried is given by

Ans a) JAR OPS
b) JAR 145
c) JAR 25

In film radiography, image quality indicators (IQI) are usually placed

a) between the intensifying screen and the film
Ans b) on the source side of the test object
c) on the film side of the object

A hydrometer is used to
a) check battery electrolyte density
b) take humidity reading
Ans c) check battery electrolyte specific gravity

A pyrometer is a
a) pyramid shaped altimeter
Ans b) thermometer for use at high temperature
c) foam/granule fire extinguisher

A hygrometer is used to
a) check battery electrolyte relative density
b) check battery electrolyte specific gravity
Ans c) take humidity reading

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
Ans c) a white line painted the full length of the hose to indicate any twist in the hose

Backlash is a type of wear associated with

Ans a) gears
b) bearings
c) rivets

After a chain has been cleaned in paraffin it should be

a) hung up to drip dry
Ans b) dried in hot air
c) washed in soapy water then hung to drip dry

What fraction of the minimum breaking load should be the proof load for a chain?
a) 0.1%.
b) 0.1
Ans c) 1/3

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
Ans c) the end fittings on the cable are secure

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

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

British turnbuckles are checked for safety by

Ans a) attempting to pass a hardened pin probe through the inspection hole
b) attempting to push locking wire through the hole
c) looking through the hole and checking for threads showing

If corrosion is found on a chain

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

A suspected chemical spillage on a cable, you should

a) clean the cable and inspect 24 hours later
Ans b) replace the cable
c) clean, inspect and refit immediately
The riveting defect in the figure shown is
a) too much hammering
Ans b) the snap was not square
c) the dolly was not square

Rivet allowance is
a) the distance between rivets in the same row
Ans 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

This electrical symbol represents a

a) single pole – double throw switch
Ans b) double pole – double throw switch
c) double pole – single throw switch

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
Ans b) By adjusting end fittings at each end of the tube
c) Fit anew push-pull tube

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
Ans b) the pitch and width between the inner plates
c) pitch and chain length

The distance between the centres of the rollers of a chain is called

a) length
b) crest
Ans c) pitch

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

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

Rivet clearance is
Ans a) the amount that the rivet hole diameter exceeds the rivet diameter
b) the distance between rivets in the same row
c) the distance between rows of rivets

This electrical symbol represents a

a) variable inductor
Ans b) iron core inductor
c) air core inductor

This electrical symbol represents a

Ans a) PNP transistor
b) NPN transistor
c) Zener diode

The minimum rivet pitch is

a) 2 x the rivet diameter
b) 2 1/2 x the rivet diameter
Ans c) 3 x the rivet diameter

Spotfacing is done to
a) provide a good surface for welding
Ans b) provide a flat area on a rough surface
c) compensate for height in lieu of a spring washer

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
Ans c) all snow and ice must be removed

HTS aircraft control cables are protected from corrosion by

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

The maximum allowable extension of a chain assembly over a nominal length is

a) 3%
b) 5%
Ans c) 2%

In a first angle orthographic projection the plan view is placed

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

When a cutting plane on a drawing cuts a web longitudinally, the web is

a) sectioned the same as the rest of the view
Ans b) not sectioned
c) sectioned with different direction of hatch

A shaft dimension given as 1.225” +/- 0.003” followed by “MMC” should be

manufactured to what size?
Ans a) 1.228”
b) 1.222”
c) 1.225”

2 microns is
a) 0.002”
Ans b) 0.002 mm
c) 0.000 002“

The edge or surface of a part from which dimensions are measured from is called the
a) reference plane
Ans b) datum
c) water line

This electrical symbol represents a

a) push to reset circuit breaker
Ans b) push-pull circuit breaker
c) toggle switch circuit breaker

What is the purpose of the hole in the swaged end fitting on a swaged cable?
a) To allow trapped air to escape
Ans 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

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
Ans 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

The riveting defect in the figure shown is

a) an incorrect snap has been used
b) the snap was not square
Ans c) the hole was too small

The inspection hole in a turnbuckle is

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

Which of the following could be a primary cause of HIRF protection failure?

Ans a) Unserviceable radio filters
b) Broken or missing static wicks
c) Corrosion on bonding leads

This electrical symbol represents a

a) light bulb
Ans b) fuse
c) flexible coupling

The ‘grip’ of a rivet is

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

Water Lines are

a) front to rear measurements on the fuselage
Ans b) vertical measurements on the fuselage
c) left and right measurements on the fuselage

When a cutting plane goes through a bush and bolt assembly, on the sectioned view
Ans 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

This symbol indicates that

Ans a) machining is required on a particular surface
b) machining is required on all surfaces
c) chisels must not be used

When checking a diode forward bias function, the positive lead of the ohmmeter
should be placed on the
Ans a) anode and the negative lead to the cathode
b) cathode and the negative lead to the anode
c) cathode and the negative lead the earth

An avometer can measure alternating current because it has a

a) moving coil
b) moving iron
Ans c) bridge rectifier circuit

Which of the following could be a primary cause of HIRF protection failure?

Ans a) Unserviceable radio filters
b) Broken or missing static wicks
c) Corrosion on bonding leads

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
Ans c) that equipment which is required for every role of the aircraft for which the
aircraft is operated plus unusable fuel.

Taper reamers are classified by

a) the diameter of the small end
b) the diameter of the large end
Ans c) a type number (1 to 10)

Silver solder is made from

a) tin, copper and zinc
b) copper, tin and silver
Ans c) copper, zinc and silver

Brazing material is made from

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

When clamping cable looms containing co-axial cables

Ans 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

When fitting coaxial cable connectors it is important to

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

The bonding resistance of primary structure must not exceed

a) 0.5 ohms
b) 0.005 ohms
Ans c) 0.05 ohms

A crimped electrical connection is suspected to be high resistance. How would you

verify this without disconnecting the circuit?
a) Measure the resistance with a 250 volt megger
b) Measure the resistance with an ohmmeter
Ans c) Measure the millivolt drop across the connection with a millivolt meter

How would you measure continuity of a coaxial cable?

a) With a 250 volt megger
b) With a safety ohmmeter
Ans c) With a reflectometer

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
Ans c) The correct part number, the modification state and the serviceability of the
component

Where would you find documented, the fore and aft limits of the C of G position?
Ans 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

If a test or inspection instrument has no calibration data supplied by the

manufacturer, you would use the calibration data provided by
a) CAAIPs
b) the Maintenance Manual
Ans c) the British Standards Quality Assurance documentation referring to calibration
of instrumentation and test equipment

Why are test or inspection instruments regularly calibrated and certified?

a) To ensure they are being used regularly
Ans b) To ensure they will perform within the required limits of operation
c) To ensure they can handle the range of measurements required of them

Who is responsible for ensuring that weight and balance instrumentation is

serviceable before use?
a) An engineer holding a license in the instrument category
Ans b) The person responsible for carrying out the weight and balance procedure
c) The manufacturer of the equipment

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

Ans 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

When inspecting a weld, you should make sure that

Ans a) the parent (or basis) materials are fully fused together
b) the weld has inclusions inside the bead
c) there are voids either side of the weld

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

This is a diagram of
a) a voltage divider
Ans b) a potentiometer
c) a voltage regulator

Aluminium alloy pipe used for hydraulics systems is flared

Ans a) as supplied
b) annealed
c) normalized

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
Ans c) High carbon or alloy steel with low working stress

Magnetic Flux detection will show defects which are

Ans a) transverse only
b) longitudinal and Transverse
c) longitudinal only

Thrust bearings transmit

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

Chipping of a ball bearing indicates

a) brinelling
b) chattering
Ans c) spalling

When testing thermocouples using a test set the ambient temperature

a) never needs to be considered
Ans b) is considered every time
c) is only considered when temperatures of 20 degrees C or above

After a heavy landing you should check

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

Refueling should not take place when

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

When Ground Power is connected to aircraft, the generators are

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

Which electrical measuring device needs a power source

a) a voltmeter
b) an ammeter
Ans c) an ohmmeter

When measuring voltage or current with a digital multimeter, the indication is

a) peak values
Ans b) RMS values
c) Average values

On a multimeter, what colour lead is connected to the Common socket

a) red
Ans b) black
c) green

The Vernier scale of a Bevel Protractor is shown below. What is the reading?
a) 86º15’
b) 38º45’
Ans c) 63º15’

A phosphate based flux paste is for soldering

a) aluminium
b) brass
Ans c) stainless steel

What type of lubricant should be used when drilling aluminium?

Ans a) Paraffin
b) Vegetable oil
c) None

How are spring dividers sharpened?

a) By grinding the inside of the points
b) By filing the outside of the points
Ans c) By stoning the outside of the points

Three point micrometers are for measuring

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

When is a coarse hacksaw blade used?

a) When cutting material of thin cross section
Ans b) When cutting material of thick cross section
c) When cutting ferrous metals only

To neutralize spilled battery acid on aluminium alloy, use

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

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

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

The regulations concerning the levels of competence for personnel authorized to

carry out Non-Destructive testing are described in
a) the Air Navigation Order
b) JAR 66
Ans c) Airworthiness Notice No.94

What would be the result of an insufficient clearance angle on a twist drill?

Ans a) It would cut slowly, if at all
b) It would produce an oversize hole
c) It would tend to pull through the hole

Dents in a tubular push-pull rod

a) are not allowed in the end thirds of the rod
Ans b) in the middle third of the rod
c) anywhere on the rod
A voltage drop across a component is measured by placing the meter in
Ans a) parallel with the component
b) series with he component
c) series with the power source

Which of the following reamers would you use in a hole having a keyway?
a) Parallel reamer
b) Expanding reamer
Ans c) Spiral fluted reamer

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
Ans c) change the nut or bolt for one that will achieve the desired condition

A tolerance given on a dimension is indicated

Ans 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

How much material should be allowed for reaming?

a) 0.010" to 0.015"
Ans b) 0.003" to 0.007"
c) 0.001" to 0.010"

This symbol found on an engineering drawing would mean

Ans a) concentricity
b) cylindricity
c) angularity

The purpose of the CRS is

a) to ensure that the log book entry is complete
Ans b) to turn a log book or job card entry into a legal document and to ensure that
the signatory takes full responsibility for the work done
c) to comply with article 15 of the ANO which states that an aircraft must not fly
unless it is properly equipped for the intended flight
Duplicate inspections are
a) Inspections signed by a mechanic and countersigned by an approved signatory or
licensed engineer
Ans b) Inspections certified by one approved signatory or LAE and then certified by a
second approved signatory or LAE
c) Inspections which have to be duplicated but which can finally be certified by one
LAE or approved signatory

This symbol means

Ans a) first angle projection
b) second angle projection
c) third angle projection

When a piece of metal is bent, the surface of the metal on the outside of the bend is
a) in compression
Ans b) in tension
c) neither in tension or in compression

The abbreviation B.A. means

a) British Assembly
b) British Arrangement
Ans c) British Association

The resistance between a flexible hose and a component should not exceed
Ans a) 0.05 ohm
b) 0.5 ohm
c) 1 ohm

Why is it necessary to use flux in all silver soldering operations?

Ans a) To chemically clean the base metal of oxide film
b) To prevent overheating of the base metal
c) To increase heat conductivity

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

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
Ans c) 90% of the diameter of the end fittings

When related to aeronautical engineering , the term “Inspection" is defined in the

publication
a) ANO article 11
Ans b) Airworthiness Notice (AWN) 3
c) BCAR Section L

The technical laws relating to Civil Aviation are contained in

a) the Civil Aviation Act 1971
Ans b) the Air Navigation Order
c) the Civil Aircraft Inspection Procedures

Technical and Administrative information is circulated to licensed engineers, aircraft

owners, and approved organizations in
a) A.N.O. revisions
b) Air Navigation Regulations
Ans c) Airworthiness Notices

Civil aircraft manufactured in the UK are constructed from parts that have been
a) tested to destruction
b) manufactured by British Aerospace
Ans c) manufactured to approved drawings

Design drawings of aircraft components are produced by organisations approved by

Ans a) C.A.A. in accordance with BCAR
b) British Standards Institute
c) S.B.A.C.

The sight line of a bend is

a) half a radius from the tangent line
b) at the tangent line
Ans c) one radius from the tangent line

In Gas Tungsten Arc (GTA) welding, a stream of inert gas is used to

Ans 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

A resurfaced soldering iron cannot be used effectively until after the working face has
been
a) fluxed
b) polished
Ans c) tinned

What is the proof loading for cables after swaging?

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

Control chains should be fitted in an aircraft

Ans 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

This tolerance symbol means

a) angularity
Ans b) position
c) diameter

Where are correct layout, dimensioning, numbering and reference procedures for
engineering drawing are to be found
a) BS 1916
Ans b) BS 308
c) BS 31

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
Ans c) To give a positive drive when fitted into a tapered chuck

10:1 on an engineering drawing indicates

a) the drawing is one tenth full size
Ans b) the drawing is ten times full size
c) the drawing is full size

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
Ans c) Re-adjust the die and re-cut the male thread

Civil Aircraft Airworthiness Information Procedures

a) contain information of a mandatory nature
Ans b) are a guide to the general maintenance of aircraft
c) contain approved inspection schedules

British Civil Airworthiness requirements

Ans a) list the minimum design requirements for aircraft
b) specify the minimum qualifications for aircrew and engineers
c) give General technical information

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

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
Ans c) Remove it, but in the same rotation as if cutting

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

Increasing the weight of an aircraft

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

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

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

What work has to be recorded and signed for

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

Are C.A.A.I.P. mandatory?

a) Only selected parts which are in B.C.A.R.
b) Yes, but only for six months at a time
Ans c) No, nothing in C.A.A.I.P.s is mandatory

When reading an engineering drawing, this symbol means

Ans a) profile of a surface
b) profile of a position
c) profile of a line

The threads per inch on the spindle of an English micrometer are

a) 25 t.p.i.
Ans b) 40 t.p.i.
c) 50 t.p.i.

Variable load is weight of

Ans 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
The spring loaded ratchet attached to the spindle of a standard external micrometer
produces
Ans a) a pre-set feel during use
b) a smooth free run during use
c) a means for controlling thread binding

Solders are available in two forms

a) stick solder with a rosin core and solder in a wire form having a rosin core
Ans b) stick solder needing a separate flux and solder in wire form having a rosin
core
c) Solder in a wire form needing a separate flux and stick solder needing no flux at all

The purpose of the land on a twist drill is to

Ans a) reduce friction
b) present the cutting edge at the required angle
c) to allow clearance for swarf

When weighing an aircraft, the hydraulic system should be

a) completely full
b) empty
Ans c) filled to “maximum level” mark

Lines known as short dashes (thin) are used on drawings to indicate

a) visible outlines
Ans b) hidden detail
c) cutting revolved

Cargo placed aft of the datum will produce a

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

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

Ans 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 aircrat C
of G position
The name given to the moving scale on the Vernier caliper is
a) the cursor
b) the main scale
Ans c) the vernier scale

This symbol means

Ans a) flatness
b) position
c) perpendicularly

What is the reading of the Vernier caliper scale in inches shown below?
Ans a) 1.816
b) 1.8016
c) 0.1816

What does the cut of a file refer to

a) Number of teeth per inch
Ans b) Arrangement of the teeth
c) Grade

Why are teeth of hacksaw blades off-set?

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

Why are some components torque loaded?

Ans 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

Any change to a drawing

Ans 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.

This symbol on a drawing means

a) washed and packed
Ans b) solution treated and precipitated
c) solution treated and requiring precipitation

This symbol means

a) diameter
b) dimensionality
Ans c) concentricity

How are files classified?

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

Details on recording of weight and C of G position can be found in

Ans a) BCAR section A
b) Air Navigation Order
c) Airworthiness Notices

Hammers are classified by

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

What does the term 'second cut' indicate as applied to hand files?
Ans a) The grade of the file
b) A reconditioned file
c) The section of the file

A Weight and Centre of Gravity Schedule is required by

a) all aircraft regardless of weight
Ans b) all aircraft above 2730 kg MTWA
c) all aircraft not exceeding 2730 kg MTWA

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

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

What comprises a full set of BA taps?

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

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Break lines are used

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

An oblique projection
a) is the same as an isometric projection
Ans 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 90 o

A Weight and Centre of Gravity Schedule is to be raised

a) in triplicate, for the CAA, the operator and the maintenance organisation
b) once only, for the CAA
Ans c) in duplicate, for the CAA and the operator

The teeth on a hacksaw blade

Ans a) should point away from the handle
b) should point towards the handle
c) does not matter which way they point

What is the clearance angle on a twist drill

Ans a) 12 degrees
b) 59 degrees
c) 130 degrees

If a new Weight and Centre of Gravity Schedule is issued, the old one must be
retained for
a) one year
b) two years
Ans c) six months

When tapping blind holes

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

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
Ans c) the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular distance to the
centre of the bolt

Surface Plates are used

Ans a) for marking out work and testing flat surfaces
b) for filing flat surfaces
c) only on surface tables

Draw filing produces

a) a course finish
Ans b) a fine finish
c) a mottled finish

For purposes of calculating weight and C of G position, an adult male is considered

to have a mass of
a) 65 kg
b) 75 kg
Ans c) 85 kg

Aircraft must be reweighed

a) after two years from manufacture only
Ans b) after two years from manufacture then at periods not exceeding five years
c) at periods not exceeding five years
A Weight and Centre of Gravity Schedule must be signed by
a) the pilot
b) the CAA
Ans c) a Licensed aircraft engineer

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
Ans c) an installation drawing

A safe edge of a file is used

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

What is the minimum number of hacksaw blade teeth that should be in contact with
the material being cut
a) 4
b) 2
Ans c) 3

Scribers are used to

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

The main scale of a Metric Vernier Caliper is calibrated in

a) millimetres
Ans b) millimetres and half millimetres
c) micro-meters

A thread on a drawing is labeled ½ - 20 UNF – 1B. The thread is

a) external
Ans b) internal
c) either external or internal, depending on the application
NTS on a drawing stands for
a) Not True Scale
Ans b) Not To Scale
c) No Tolerance System

A load sheet
Ans 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

A load Sheet must be signed by

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

Variable Load is
a) weight of fuel and oils
b) weight of passengers
Ans c) weight of crew, their baggage and their equipment

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
Ans b) The minimum acceptable size is 4.385 inches
c) The maximum acceptable size is 4.389 inches

A hydraulic system schematic drawing would indicate the

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

for a drill to cut properly it is essential that the point angle be the same on each side,
for general use the angle is
a) 130o
Ans b) 59o
c) 12o
Chalk when used with a fine file produces
Ans a) a finer finish
b) a ground type surface
c) a milled type surface

The pitch of a hacksaw blade is

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

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
Ans c) on the forward stroke

When using a bench grinding machine the wheel rotates

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

A 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
Ans c) Basic Weight, Variable Load, Disposable Load, Fuel Load

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

Ans 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

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
Ans c) One-view, two-view, and three-view drawings are the most common

A line used to show an edge which is not visible is a

a) phantom line
Ans b) hidden line
c) break line

One purpose for schematic diagrams is to show the

Ans 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

The size of the nibs of vernier calipers can be ascertained by

Ans a) noting the dimension engraved on the instrument
b) measuring the steel rule
c) using the standard of 0.693 inches

The thimble of an English micrometer is divided into

a) 50 equal divisions
Ans b) 25 equal divisions
c) 40 equal divisions

The reading on the inch micrometer scale shown is

a) 4.758 ins
Ans b) 0.483 ins
c) 0.488 ins

A flux is used in soldering to

a) etch the metals surface for more adhesion
Ans b) to dissolve oxides
c) to prevent solder spikes

This type of break line represents

a) square tube
b) round tube
Ans c) round bar

What angle of turn will double the weight of the aircraft

a) 30o
b) 45o
Ans c) 60o
The Vernier Height gauge uses the same principle as
a) the micrometer
b) the bevel protractor
Ans c) the vernier caliper

What type of line is normally used in a mechanical drawing or blueprint to represent

an edge or object not visible to the viewer?
Ans a) Medium-weight dashed line
b) Light solid line
c) Alternate short and long light dashes

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
Ans c) station number

Steel wire brushes or steel wool should

a) be used to clean magnesium alloys
b) be used to clean aluminium sheet
Ans c) never be used on light alloys

If an English micrometer is showing 4 main divisions, 3 sub-divisions and the 25th

thimble division was in line, what would the reading be?
a) 0.555in
Ans b) 0.475in
c) 0.175in

An open circuit on an ohmmeter would be indicated by a reading of

Ans a) infinite resistance
b) zero resistance
c) a negative resistance

The leads of an ohmmeter should be replaced if their resistance is greater than

a) 0.05 ohms
b) 0.5 ohms
Ans c) 1 ohm
Torque loading is determined by multiplying the tangent force applied at the free end
of the spanner
a) by the dia. of the bolt and the distance of its point of application
Ans b) by its distance of application from the axis of the bolt
c) by the distance moved by the point of application

Hot air drying of articles during liquid penetrant testing is carried out at a temp. of
a) 75° F
Ans b) 130°F
c) 250°F

A fire resistant cable is proof tested by exposure to a standard fire for

Ans a) 5 minutes
b) 15 minutes
c) 30 minutes

Zinc Chromate applied between faying surfaces will

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

In order for dye penetrant inspection to be effective, the material being checked must
a) be magnetic
b) be non-magnetic
Ans c) have surface cracks

Which of the following metals can be inspected using the magnetic particle inspection
method?
Ans a) iron alloys
b) Aluminium alloys
c) Magnesium alloys

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
Ans c) 0.748 inch

To prevent corrosion where aluminium alloy pipelines are supported by rubber cleats,
the pipe should be treated over the area of contact with
Ans a) varnish
b) petroleum jelly
c) French chalk

Which of the following is checked when using a 'GO -NO/GO' gauge?

Ans a) Tolerance
b) Clearance
c) Allowance

The international marking for an instrument air pipe line is a

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

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
Ans b) 51½ inches
c) 3 inches

The length of a hose assembly with elbowed end fittings is taken from
Ans 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

The international marking for a breathing oxygen pipe line is a series of

a) diamonds
b) dots
Ans c) rectangles

If a non-ferrous metal being examined by chemical test turns black when caustic
soda is applied to the surface, the metal is
a) aluminium
b) alclad
Ans c) duralumin

Which of the following is a 'Bilateral Tolerance?

Ans a) 2 inches ± 0.002
b) 2 inches - 0.002
c) 2 inches + 0.002

The term "dry joint'” is usually applied to

a) a water tight joint
b) a metal being lightly heated
Ans c) a defect associated with a soldered joint

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

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

A transition fit is one in which the shaft is

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

Cross cut files

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

When making a small soldered electrical connection, using flux-cored solder

a) the soldering iron should be loaded with solder and then applied to the connection
b) the connection should be heated first and then solder applied
Ans c) the soldering iron and solder should be applied simultaneously to the
connection

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.
Ans c) 240 lb.ins.

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
Ans c) 1/2 in A/F

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
Ans 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

The length of the Vernier Scale in a 24/25 Vernier Caliper is

a) 1.2 in
Ans b) 0.6 in
c) 2.45 in

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
Ans c) de-magnetised before returning to service

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

manufactured from austenitic stainless steel
a) penetrant dye
Ans b) magnetic - particle
c) hot oil and chalk
A reamer with spiral flutes is removed
Ans a) clockwise
b) anticlockwise
c) straight

To aid marking out on Fe metals use

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

What is used on Magnesium to reprotect it?

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

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
Ans c) one radius from the bend tangent line that is placed under the brake

Fluorescent penetrant processes for the detection of cracks or material defects are
used with
Ans a) an ultra-violet radiation source
b) a tungsten light source
c) an infra-red light source

A jury strut is one giving

a) additional support to a stressed area
Ans b) a temporary support
c) a part of the structure that takes only tensile loads

What is the power source of an Isotope?

Ans a) Gamma Rays
b) Ultra Violet Rays
c) X-Rays
The fluid used in the 'Oil and Chalk' method of Non-Destructive testing is a mixture of
a) lubricating oil and petrol
Ans b) lubricating oil and lard oil
c) lubricating oil and paraffin

A non-destructive testing technique which is suitable for inspecting for delamination

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

Vital point inspections are carried out

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

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

Rubber components should be stored

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

If you are unable to identify a structure 'classification' as either primary or secondary,

what action should you adopt?
a) Grade it as 'secondary'
Ans b) Upgrade it to ‘primary’
c) Paint it red and stamp it as 'tertiary'

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
Ans c) The discontinuity is found in a highly stressed area of the part
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
Ans b) when the item is quite cool
c) whilst the item is still quite hot

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
Ans c) defects perpendicular to the concentric circles of magnetisation

In the procedure to be followed after spillage of battery acid, neutralizing is carried

out
Ans a) with a dilute solution of sodium bicarbonate
b) by washing with distilled water
c) by applying a coating of Vaseline

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
Ans b) Insert and butt strap
c) Patch repair to the punctured skin

An indication of porosity when using a penetrant dye crack detection method is

Ans 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

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
Ans c) more than 1o when standing due east of the component

If copper sulphate is used on magnesium alloy it will

Ans a) effervesce to a black colour
b) effervesce to a copper colour
c) have no effect
If on application of developer it all turns to a pinkish hue, what has happened?
Ans a) Incorrect cleaning
b) The hue has pinked
c) Thin porosity

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
Ans c) was not thoroughly cleaned before developer was applied

When comparing the machining techniques for stainless steel sheet material to those
for aluminium 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
Ans b) lower speed with more pressure applied to the drill
c) lower speed with less pressure applied to the drill

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
Ans c) found by adding approximately one-half of the stock thickness to the bend
radius

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
Ans c) 140 degrees and turn at a low speed

The pattern for an inclusion is a magnetic particle build-up forming

Ans a) a fernlike pattern
b) a single line
c) parallel lines

Aluminium clad alloy sheet should not be polished with mechanical buffing wheels as
this
a) will cause large static charges to build up
Ans b) may remove the aluminium coating
c) may remove the alloy coating

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
Ans c) thoroughly degreased

What colour is used to indicate a tertiary structure on a diagram or drawing?

a) Yellow
Ans b) Green
c) Red

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

Which parts of the aircraft are classified secondary structures?

a) Lightly stressed parts such as fairings, wheel shields and minor component
brackets etc
Ans 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

When degreasing aluminium alloys, and no trichloroethylene is available, a suitable

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

When mixing acid and water

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

What is used to measure the depth of a blend after a corrosion repair?

Ans a) Dial Test Indicator
b) Straight edge and slip gauges
c) Vernier caliper

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

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

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

A grinding wheel is normally refaced by

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

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

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

Centre punches are made of

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

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

The formula for setback for a 90 o bend is

a) (R + ½T)
Ans b) (R + T)
c) (½R + T)

What type of flutes should be used in a reamer for cutting titanium?

a) Straight flutes
b) Tapered flutes
Ans c) Spiral flutes

The depth micrometer reading shown is

a) 0.336 ins.
Ans b) 0.261 ins.
c) 0.361 ins.

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
Ans c) Dry asbestos wool and chalk powder

When carrying out a dye penetrant inspection, what time should elapse after applying
the developer before inspecting the component?
Ans a) Initial inspection after 30 seconds followed by a 2nd inspection after 10
minutes
b) After 10 minutes
c) After 15 minutes

Caustic soda placed on the edge of alclad will turn

a) black – white – black
Ans b) white – black – white
c) all white

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

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

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

A cable is replaced
a) when each strand is worn to limits
Ans b) if a chemical spillage is suspected
c) when a shiny portion is found

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

An aircraft should not be refueled when

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

Which of the following NDT methods can be carried out and certified by a mechanic
not approved specifically for NDT inspections
a) Ultrasonic
b) Magnetic Particle
Ans c) Neither of the above

When should the developer be applied to the component

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

Why is an extra layer of fibre glass added to a composite repair?

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

Plumbers solder is grade

a) B
b) C
Ans c) D

The basic weight of an aircraft is

Ans 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

To check the structure of a wing

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

How would you check the setting of an adjustable reamer?

Ans a) Ring gauge
b) Dial test indicator and ‘V’' blocks
c) External calipers

What is the specified lubricant for drilling brass?

a) Paraffin
b) Lard oil
Ans c) None

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

In the Limit System, the term 'allowance' is the

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

Which of the following NDT methods requires that the orientation (or direction) of the
defect be known before the test can commence?
a) X-Ray and Magnetic Particle
b) Ultrasonic and Dye Penetrant
Ans c) Magnetic Particle and Ultrasonic

Before soldering stainless steel it must be

a) cleaned with emery cloth
b) sand papered
Ans c) pickled

Silver solder melts within the range

a) 200° C - 400° C
b) 400° C - 550° C
Ans c) 600° C - 850° C

How are pin punches classified?

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

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
Ans c) The length of the legs

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 aluminium
Ans 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

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

B.C.A.R’s
a) are issued by Ministry of Trade and Industry
Ans b) contain minimum requirements to be met
c) detail mandatory requirements for aircraft design and construction

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

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) UltrasonicAns b) X-Ray c) Magnetic Particle

On completion of soldering a non-activated flux

a) must be cleaned off with a selected solvent b) must be cleaned off with an acid
solution Ans c) need not be cleaned off

The purpose of a taper tap is to

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

Why is the Vee cut in the base of a scribing block?

a) to reduce the contact area with the marking off table and reduce friction
Ans b) to trap any dirt that may be adhering to the surface of the marking off table
c) to allow the scribing block to be used on the edge of the marking off table

How should a scraper be finally sharpened?

a) By draw filing ) On a grindstone Ans c) On an oilstone

How is a D.T.I. initially set up?

a) The gauge plunger should be fully extended and the needle zeroed
b) The needle zeroed, then the plunger fully extended Ans c) The gauge plunger
should be partly depressed and the needle zeroed

A lightning strike on an aircraft would show

a) the entry point only b) the exit point only Ans c) the entry and exit point

When drilling a 3/8" hole in titanium

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
Ans c) a centre drill should be used

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
Ans c) The outlet should not be connected to the instrument until the required
weights are raised by the platform

Which of the following NDT methods requires that the surface of the test piece is
cleaned down to bare metal?
Ans a) Dye-penetrant b) Eddy Current c) Magnetic Particle

An inside micrometers normal measurement range is

a) ½.in. to 10in Ans b) 2in. to 10in c) 2in. to 12in

What is the purpose of Target Points on a Vernier caliper?

a) To zero the calliper b) For scribing lines inside tubes Ans c) To enable spring
dividers to be accurately set

General purpose solders are graded by

a) a colour coding Ans b) a letter coding c) a numerical coding
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
Ans c) it must be immersed in a weak solution of hydrochloric acid and rinsed
thoroughly in running water
Die Nuts are used to
a) form external threads
Ans b) clean up damaged threads
c) form internal threads
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
Ans c) a pencil is used to mark the material and all marks removed after bending
When assembling metals of different potential, corrosion may be inhibited by
application of
Ans a) zinc or barium chromate & assemble while wet
b) zinc or chromic acid & assemble while wet
c) nothing - assemble bare
When using the colour contrast NDT
a) the surface should be lightly scuffed
Ans b) the surface paint should be removed
c) the surface should be bead blasted
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
Ans c) using a lint free cloth
A Dial Test Indicator may be used for
a) checking dimensions to within 0.125'' b) checking any known depth
Ans c) checking a round bar for bow
Which cut of a file should be used on mild steel?
a) Single cut b) Second cut Ans c) Double cut
Nickel alloy chisels should be sharpened
a) on a grindstone Ans b) on a oilstone c) by filing
Which of the following statements is correct?
a) To cut an aluminium block use a fine hacksaw blade
b) To cut thin mild steel plate use a coarse blade
Ans c) To cut thin sheet metal use a fine blade
A power meter indicates that a circuit has a power of 16 kW. Separate readings of
the voltage and current are 400 V and 20 A respectively. The Power factor is
Ans a) 2
b) ½
c) 20
What is a key-seat rule used for?
a) Providing a positive driving force b) Marking lines which are parallel to a true edge
Ans c) Marking lines parallel to an axis of a round bar

When measuring current in a circuit, the ammeter is placed

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

A 3 ½ bit multimeter will indicate readings up-to

a) 9999 b) 999 ½ Ans c) 1999

Liquid penetrant tests can be used to detect

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

Water-washable liquid penetrants differ from Post-emulsification penetrants in that

they
a) need not be removed from surfaces prior to development b) can only be used on
aluminium alloys Ans c) do not need an emulsifier added

The accuracy a bevel protractor can be read to is

a) 1º b) 50' Ans c) 5'

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

a) penetration Ans b) emulsification c) penetrant removal

A liquid penetrant test cannot

a) be used on porous materials Ans b) locate sub-surface discontinuities
c) be used on non-metallic surfaces
After mechanical removal of corrosion on an aluminium 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
Ans c) no less than twenty times the depth
After carrying out an identification test of aluminium alloy with caustic soda, the
caustic soda should be neutralized with
a) Phosphoric acid b) Copper sulphate solution Ans c) Chromic anhydride solution
A Certificate of Release to Service must be issued after
a) a Re-fuel has been done
Ans b) a repair has been carried out in accordance with an approved repair scheme
c) engine runs

An orthographic projection usually shows

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

When dimensioning a drawing, the dimension lines should be

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

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
Ans c) Await CAA approval before amending the Maintenance Schedule

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
Ans c) to allow an aircraft to fly on air test to check out a modification

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

Ans 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

Information contained in the ANO is

a) of a mandatory nature where safety is concerned
Ans b) of a legal nature in all sections and is therefore mandatory
c) written in compliance of the Civil Aviation Act of 1943 ratifying the ICAO
Convention

Which of these metals is inspected using the magnetic particle inspection method
a) magnesium alloys
b) aluminium alloys
Ans c) iron alloys

One way a part may be demagnetized after magnetic particle inspection is by

a) subjecting the part to high voltage, low amperage a.c
Ans 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

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.
Ans 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

Aircraft skin is joggled to

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

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
Ans b) Three times
c) If no more in Stores, as many times as required

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

A hole is placed in the lowest point of electrical cable conduit

a) to allow for pull-through of the cables
Ans b) to allow for drainage of moisture
c) to secure the conduit to a piece of aircraft structure

Taper pins are used in which of the following applications?

a) To take compression loads
Ans b) To take shear loads
c) To take compression and shear loads

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
Ans c) It is checked for springiness

The maximum bolt diameter for which a 1/16 split pin may be used is
a) 1/4" or 2BA
Ans b) 3/8"
c) 7/16"

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
Ans c) looking for a shiny surface on the cable near the fitting

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
Ans b) at least 40 times that of the cable diameter
c) at least 50 times that of the cable diameter

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
Ans c) You may be able to remove the tight link by applying a light tap with a hammer

Why is a shouldered stud used

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

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?
Ans 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

The initial lubricant on a new chain

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

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
Ans c) indentations on the race-way due to load transferred through the bearing
when static

Avdel rivets are closed by

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

What is the purpose of the Avdel pin tester?

a) To test the shear strength of the pin
Ans b) To test the tightness of the pin in the rivet
c) To test the tightness of the rivet in the hole

On completion of assembly the bearing housing

a) should be examined for end float
Ans b) lightly packed with grease
c) packed fully with grease

What purpose does flux serve in welding aluminium?

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

The testing medium that is generally used in magnetic particle inspection utilises a
ferromagnetic material that has
Ans a) high permeability and low retentivity
b) low permeability and high retentivity
c) high permeability and high retentivity

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
Ans 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

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
Ans b) metallic ring test
c) ultrasonic test

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

An “On Condition” Inspection involves

Ans 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 lifed components

Air Navigation General Regulations are to be found in

a) Airworthiness Requirements CAP 455
b) British Civil Airworthiness Requirements Section A
Ans c) CAA Printed Manual CAP 393

The information in the ANO is given in the form of

a) Chapters, each one dealing with a different aspect of Civil Aviation, these chapters
being backed up by the schedules
Ans b) Articles of Law, some of which are further clarified by Schedules
c) Regulations, each one covering a different aspect of Civil Aviation and as such is
mandatory

British Civil Airworthiness Requirements

a) are printed by the CAA and are of an advisory nature
b) form the Technical requirements for the design and operation of aircraft and their
equipment
Ans c) interpret the ANO and form the Technical requirements for the design

Which statement concerning a welding process is true?

Ans 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

The "Dwell Time" of a dye-penetrant NDT inspection is the

a) amount of time the developer is allowed to act
Ans b) time the penetrant is allowed to stand
c) time it takes for a defect to develop

The stems of an Avdel rivet are

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

When checking a ball bearing for corrosion and foreign matter

Ans a) oscillate and rotate slowly to listen for roughness
b) rotate at operational speed and check for roughness
c) make a strip down inspection

A thread insert is made from

a) white metal
b) aluminium alloy
Ans c) stainless steel

Filing or grinding a weld bead

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

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
Ans a) eddy current inspection
b) ultrasonic inspection
c) magnetic particle inspection

A thread insert is removed by

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

To correctly tension cables it can help

Ans 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

What type of load is a journal load?

Ans a) Radial
b) Axial
c) Centrifugal

What is the pressure range for the Avdel Riveter Type F

a) 20 to 60 lbs per sq. in
Ans b) 60 to 80 lbs per sq. in
c) 40 to 60 lbs per sq. in

Gamma Ray Testing of combustion chambers will show up

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

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

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
Ans c) ultrasonic inspection

The most important consideration(s) when selecting welding rod is/are

a) current setting or flame temperature
Ans b) material compatibility
c) ambient conditions

A CMR is raised after

a) defect rectification
Ans b) scheduled servicing at specified intervals
c) major overhaul

Compliance with the ANO is restricted to

Ans a) aircraft and their equipment which are on the UK Civil Register only
b) aircraft and their equipment which are on the UK & Commonwealth Civil Registers
c) All civil aircraft and their equipment on the international Civil Register

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
Ans c) the length of the graduated scale less the length of the vernier scale

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
Ans c) to centre drill

When using a D.T.I. to check the run-out of a shaft, readings of -15 to +25 would
indicate a run-out of
a) 0.025 inches
b) 0.040 inches
Ans c) 0.020 inches

Vee-blocks are manufactured

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

The metric micrometer reading shown is

a) 13.87 mm
Ans b) 13.37 mm
c) 10.337 mm

When fitting Rivnuts into position how are they secured and prevented from rotating?
a) Peened
b) Locknut at the rear
Ans c) A locating key

The oxyacetylene flame for silver soldering should be

a) oxidizing
Ans b) neutral
c) carbonizing

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
Ans 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

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
Ans b) white spirit
c) M.E.K.

Ultra sonic flaw detectors use

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

on an engineering drawing would indicate

a) repair and recondition
b) ultra-sonic test
Ans c) dye penetrant check

S.W.G. is an abbreviation for

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

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
Ans c) a task has been carried out in accordance with the ANO

When can a CMR be renewed

Ans a) never
b) 1 year
c) 2 years

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

Technical and Administrative information is officially circulated to L.A.M.E.S. in

a) C.A.I.P.s
b) B.C.A.R.s
Ans c) A.W.N.s

After cleaning a bearing should be dried with

a) lint free rags
b) left in free air to dry naturally
Ans c) clean, warm, dry compressed air

Hoses are normally pressure tested to

a) 2 times maximum working pressure
Ans b) 1½ times maximum working pressure
c) maximum working pressure

Defects are indicated in the dye penetrant crack detection test by

a) green lines and dots
Ans b) red lines on a white background
c) yellowish green marks
A dent is measured in a tubular push-pull rod by
a) passing a ball down its bore
b) callipers and feeler gauges
Ans c) a steel ball and micrometer

A fluid line marker with a skull & crossbones is

Ans a) warning symbol
b) radioactive symbol
c) fluid line carries toilet waste

NDT using colour dye process at temperatures below 15°C will

a) mean choosing alternative NDT method
b) not be affected by the temperature
Ans c) retard the penetrant action of the dye and penetration time is extended

The international marking for a water injection pipeline is a series of

a) dots
b) squares
Ans c) chevrons

What solder should be used to solder aluminium?

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

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
Ans a) standing wave bath method
b) stationary wave method
c) rotary bath method

A ketts saw is used because

a) its low torque allows single handed use
b) it is available be both pneumatic and electric
Ans c) it can cut thicker metal than is required by most repair schemes
An aircraft should be cleared of snow
a) using hot fluid
b) using cold fluid
Ans c) using air blast

The gears used in a pistol windy are

Ans a) spur gears
b) gears in a gearbox
c) gerotor type gears

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
Ans c) a special countersinking bit with a pad to prevent drilling too deep should be
used

When using dye penetrant NDT on a tank, the dye penetrant should be applied
Ans 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

The international marking for a fire protection pipe line is a series of

Ans a) diamonds
b) circles
c) squares

Hi-Loks are installed with the

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

The minimum distance between electrical cable splices is

a) 12 inches
b) 3 feet

Ans c) 500 mm
Pipe flaring is carried out
a) in the annealed state
Ans b) as supplied
c) after normalizing

What is meant by empty weight?

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

When picketing a helicopter you

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

Circuit tests on aircraft should be carried out in the following order

a) continuity, bonding, functional, insulation
b) functional, bonding, continuity, insulation
Ans c) bonding, continuity, insulation, functional

A rivet shaver is used to

Ans a) mill the head flush
b) mill the tail after setting
c) mill the tail after cutting

What NDT method would you use to detect delamination?

a) Colour contrast dye penetrant
b) Eddy current
Ans c) Ultrasound

Before using a dead weight tester you would

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

A drill and wire gauge has holes numbered

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

A 250 volt megger should not be used

a) in fuel tanks
Ans b) on electronic equipment
c) on radio aerials

What does GA stand for on a drawing?

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

What is the purpose of an aileron balance cable?

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

When dimpling sheet with a squeeze dimpling tool

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

Bend radius on sheet metal is

a) outside radius
Ans b) inside radius
c) inside radius + ½ thickness
Why would you joggle panels?
a) To make a stronger joint
Ans b) To make panels flush
c) To make a tighter seal

Magnetic particle testing detects faults

a) longitudinally
Ans b) transverse
c) longitudinal and transverse

Dye penetrant in a cold climate

a) is not affected
Ans b) takes longer to work
c) works more quickly

If the leads of a megger are held apart

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

If after spraying the developer, red blotches appear, the part

a) was not cleaned properly
Ans b) is porous
c) has sub-surface defects

When storing parts you should use

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

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How would you inspect a cable for fraying?

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

What causes knuckling on older type electrical cables?

Ans a) Excessive pull through forces
b) Over-temperature soldering
c) Applying cable ties too tightly

to find a high resistance or open circuit, carry out

a) a bonding check
b) a milli-volt drop test
Ans c) a continuity check

The maximum bonding resistance on an aircraft primary structure should be

a) 0.001 ohms
b) 0.01 ohms
Ans c) 0.05 ohms

One megohm is equal to

a) 1,000 ohms
b) 100,000 ohms
Ans c) 1,000,000 ohms

before effecting a crimp, the bare ends of a cable should be

Ans a) twisted lightly in the direction of the lay
b) straightened out
c) tightly twisted

Reamers are used to

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

The pitch of a hacksaw blade is

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

The web angle of a twist drill is

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

The leads of a bonding tester

Ans a) have critical lengths and the resistance of the leads is accounted for
b) are supplied in 60 foot and 6 foot lengths but can be varied due to wear
c) are interchangeable, one 60 foot long having two prongs and a 6 foot one with a
single prong

The number of the dots impressed on the insulation of the pre-insulated connectors
during crimping indicates that
a) the crimp is properly formed
Ans b) the correct tool was used to effect the connection
c) the correct connector has been used

The pressure of the insulation crimp jaws on the PIDG crimping tool can be changed
by
a) varying the torque applied to the handles
Ans b) changing the position of the pins
c) using different coloured crimping pliers and terminations

When referring to fuses, HRC means

a) hot running capacity
b) high running current
Ans c) high rupture capacity

Expanding reamers are used to

a) ream holes in metal that has been heated
Ans b) ream holes of different diameters by adjusting the position of the blades
c) ream tapered holes

The main scale on a 24/25 vernier caliper is divided into

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

The vernier height gauge uses the same principle as the

a) micrometer
b) bevel protractor
Ans c) vernier caliper

Design drawings of aircraft components are produced by organizations approved by

Ans a) CAA in accordance with the BCARs
b) British Standards Institute
c) SBAC

This symbol found on an engineering drawing would mean

a) cylindricity
b) concentricity
Ans c) angularity

One revolution of the thimble of the English micrometer produces a linear movement
of the spindle of
a) 0.040"
b) 0.001"
Ans c) 0.025"

The pitch of a metric micrometer screw thread is

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

ATA specification 100 is

a) the American FAA specification controlling the manufacture of aluminium 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)
Ans c) the International standardization of maintenance manuals, illustrated parts
catalogues, overhaul and repair manuals, service bulletins and letters

When wiring an electrical component to a plug, the live wire is coloured

a) green and yellow
b) blue
Ans c) brown

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
Ans b) using spreader bars and packing
c) fabricating alternative lifting points

A dry powder extinguisher is coloured

a) red
b) green
Ans c) blue

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

Torque loading is carried out to provide

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

High temperature solder is used where the operating temperature is high. It is an

alloy of
a) lead / copper / antimony
b) tin / zinc / antimony / silver
Ans c) tin / lead / antimony / silver

A flux is used in soldering to

a) etch the metal surface for more adhesion
Ans b) dissolve oxides
c) prevent solder spikes

Acetylene gas forms an explosive compound with

a) tin and silver
b) tin and copper
Ans c) copper and silver

When manufacturing aircraft control cables, the cable can be cut by

Ans a) using a chisel on a flat metal surface
b) using a hacksaw with the cable under tension
c) using an oxy-acetylene torch

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

a) a copper or aluminium tube drift
b) a steel drift with light blows
Ans c) a soft steel or brass tube drift

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

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

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

Gas bottles for CO2 air and acetylene are coloured

a) grey, maroon, green
b) green, grey, maroon
Ans c) black, grey, maroon

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

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

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
Ans c) It acts a s a blotter to draw out the penetrant that has seeped into the crack

The test equipment normally used to carry out a continuity test on an electrical cable
is
a) a high tension circuit tester
Ans b) a low reading ohmmeter
c) an ammeter

If all three prongs on a bonding tester were shorted together, the metre would read
Ans a) zero
b) FSD
c) off-scale high

An aircraft should carry at least the following number of spare fuses

a) 3
b) 10
Ans c) 3 or 10%, whichever is greater

The pitch of the screw thread on an English micrometer is

a) 0.050 in
b) 0.0001 in
Ans c) 0.025 in

The vernier scale on an English micrometer is divided into

a) 50 equal divisions
Ans b) 25 equal divisions
c) 40 equal divisions
Which pictorial projection shows one face in true elevation and line of depth normally
draw at 30o or 45o to the horizontal
Ans a) oblique
b) perspective
c) isometric

If a design amendment is made on a drawing

a) the old issue number is retained, with the amendment date added
Ans b) a new issue number and date must be allocated to the drawing
c) no change in issue number or date is necessary

The thimble of a metric micrometer is divided into

Ans a) 50 equal divisions
b) 25 equal divisions
c) 40 equal divisions

The main advantage of dye penetrant inspection is

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

The British Standard for Engineering Drawings is

a) BS 307
Ans b) BS 308
c) BS 306

What is the normal spacing between rivets

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

In British rivets (solid) what is the length grading unit?

a) 1/10"
Ans b) 1/16"
c) 1/32"
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
Ans a) 3/16"
b) 1/16"
c) 1/8"

To detect a minute crack using dye penetrant inspection usually requires

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

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

P.C.D. is an abbreviation for

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

Maintenance Schedules are issued

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

This represents
Ans a) squared shaft
b) bearing on shaft
c) relief valve

After a mandatory inspection has been carried out by a Licensed Engineer, what is
issued
a) a Flight Release Certificate
Ans b) Certificate of Release to Service
c) a Certificate of Maintenance Review
A hard time engine inspection involves
a) removal of an engine component, its inspection and refitting
b) an in-situ function test
Ans c) replacement with a new or overhauled component

This represents
Ans a) internal thread
b) external thread
c) counterbored hole

Drawing numbers are

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

Hatching lines are usually drawn at:

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

Which type crack can be detected by magnetic particle inspection using either
circular or longitudinal magnetisation
Ans a) 45o
b) longitudinal
c) transverse

Who approves Maintenance Manuals

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

Surface cracks in aluminium castings and forgings may usually be detected by

Ans 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

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
Ans c) both of the above are correct

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?
Ans a) Separation of the sheets may occur
b) sheet may tend to buckle
c) Indentations by rivet head on the material

To replace one 1/8 inch rivet

a) two 1/16 inch rivets would be required
Ans b) four 1/16 inch rivets would be required
c) three 1/16 inch rivets would be required

The scale of an engineering drawing is shown as 1:4. This indicates it is

a) drawn to scale
Ans b) drawn to a quarter
c) drawn four times larger

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

The type of flux to be used When soft soldering on aircraft is

a) active
Ans b) non-active
c) either active or non-active

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
Ans c) 1.5 times the working pressure
When checking a hose after installation it should be checked for freedom of
movement
a) by flexing +/- 15o either side of the neutral position
Ans b) by flexing through the normal operating range plus 15o
c) by flexing through the normal operating range only

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
Ans c) it may still be serviceable

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

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

The maximum permissible bow in a steel tube is

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

The strength of a riveted joint compared to that of the original metal is

Ans a) 75%
b) 100%
c) 125%

A repair has a double riveted joint. The shear strength would be

Ans a) 75%
b) 100%
c) 125%

The equipment required to carry out a run-out check on a shaft would be

Ans a) a DTI and 'V' blocks
b) a ball bearing and a micrometer
c) a surface plate and a three leg trammel
Fretting corrosion on a braided pipe would mean it was
Ans a) unserviceable and should be replaced
b) not necessarily unserviceable
c) only unserviceable if the corrosion penetrates the braids

When weighing an aircraft the hydrostatic weighing units are positioned

a) one under each jack
Ans b) one on top of each jack
c) either under or on top of each jack

To enable a composite panel to dissipate static charge it would be sprayed with

Ans a) aluminium paint
b) ferrous paint
c) polyurethane paint

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

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

What is the cutting angle of a drill?

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

When inserting a helicoil insert, which way does the tang face?
Ans a) Towards the hole
b) Away from the hole
c) Towards the mandril
When using a moving coil as an ammeter the greatest amount of current flows
through the
a) coil
Ans b) shunt
c) bushes

During a colour contrast test the penetrant time should be

Ans a) longer for a small crack
b) shorter for a small crack
c) longer for a wide crack

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

To carry out an insulation test on a wire rated at 115 volts you would use
a) a 500 volt meggar
Ans b) a 250 volt meggar
c) a 115 volt meggar

How would you test a mach switch in-situ?

a) It is not possible to test a mach switch in situ
Ans b) Use an external test kit
c) Use built in test equipment

A wire clamped vertically at one end and horizontally at the other end should have a
bend radius of no less than
a) 10 times the diameter of the wire
Ans b) 3 times the diameter of the wire
c) 5 times the diameter of the wire

The standard minimum rivet row spacing is

a) 3 D
Ans b) 4 D
c) 2 1/4 D
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
Ans b) Measure to the inside of the bend radius
c) Measure to the inside of the bend radius plus half the metal thickness

A dry joint when soldering is caused by

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

What elements is silver solder made from?

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

How should a dye penetrant field kit be stored?

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

When carrying out a colour 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
Ans c) the dye should be applied to the inside and the developer to the outside

After a reported lightening strike

Ans 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

Aircraft below 5700kg not used for commercial air transport purposes are required to
be reweighed
a) every 5 years
Ans b) as required by the CAA
c) every 2 years
When an aircraft has been reweighed under JAR OPS, what should be done to the
old weight and balance report
Ans a) destroyed after 5 years
b) kept in the aircraft logbook
c) kept in the weight and balance schedule

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
Ans a) full system pressure
b) no indication
c) full scale deflection

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
Ans c) The tap supplied with the Helicoil kit

What is the maximum bow allowed in a strut?

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

On a hollow tube where would a small indentation normally be unacceptable?

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

after a report of flight through heavy turbulence, you would

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

When leak testing with a colour contrast field kit, the soak time for a component less
than 1/8 in. (3mm) thick would be
a) at least the normal soak time
b) at least twice the normal soak time
Ans c) at least 3 times the normal soak time

The normal drill angles are

a) cutting angle 130o, web angle 59o and clearance angle 12o
Ans b) cutting angle 59o, web angle 130o and clearance angle 12o
c) cutting angle 12o, web angle 130o and clearance angle 130o

To check a chain for articulation

Ans 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

Glycol de-icer fluid in contact with a silver cable can cause

a) corrosion
Ans b) a fire
c) disintegration of the cable insulation

with a rear release connecter, the pin will be

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

The maximum operating temperature for a nickel plated copper or aluminium

connector is
a) 135oC
b) 200oC
Ans c) 260oC

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

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

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

The abbreviation “A/F” means

a) American Fine
b) Associated Fine
Ans c) Across Flats

This drawing indicates

Ans a) a blind hole
b) a countersunk hole
c) a counterbored hole

The width of a visible outline on a drawing is

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

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

What cable would you use where temperatures are going to exceed 200 oC?
a) Tinned copper or aluminium
b) Silver plated copper or aluminium
Ans c) Nickel plated copper or aluminium

When weighing an aircraft by the weighbridge method the aircraft is

a) jacked and leveled
b) only leveled laterally
Ans c) resting on the wheels

What test do you do on a bonded join?

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

The maximum temperature for Nyloc nuts is

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

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

When using a reamer

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

The maximum value of bonding of a secondary structure is

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

How long should a fireproof cable last in a fire?

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

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

When using a colour contrast dye penetrant kit, and a small crack is suspected in the
material
Ans a) less developer should be used
b) less inhibitor should be used
c) a magnifying glass is recommended

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
Ans c) Use correct chart and correct riser

Small indentations in the race of a ball bearing indicate

Ans a) brinelling
b) corrosion
c) overtorqueing

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

On a composite repair the vacuum should be

a) above required level
b) below required level
Ans c) at the required level

The insulation resistance for wiring in undercarriage wheelwells should normally be

not less than
a) 10 megohms
b) 5 megohms
Ans c) 2 megohms

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

How many strokes per minute are used on a hacksaw when cutting thick metal?
Ans a) 30 b) 55 c) 65
What would you use to check the runout on a control rod?
Ans a) DTI + V blocks b) Micrometer + ball bearing c) 3 leg trammel + feeler gauge

Points forward of the datum point are

a) positive Ans b) negative c) neutral

Where would you disconnect a chain?

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

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

Ans a) 30 b) 55 c) 60

Unused holes in an electrical multi-pin connector should be

a) fitted with pins Ans b) fitted with blanks c) left open

How many times can a locking plate be used?

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

In a front release connector the pin will be

Ans 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

What cable would you use where temperatures are going to exceed 200 degrees C?
a) Aluminium b) Silver plated Ans c) Nickel plated

Brinelling of a wheel bearing could be caused by Ans a) heavy landing b) rotation of

the outer race in the wheel housing
c) overheating of the brakes

A hi-lock collar should be a) lubricated before fitting b) washed in solvent before

fitting
Ans c) not lubed or washed because they are lubed at manufacture

A CAA issued capability list gives a) details of the scope and extent of a type rated
engineer's license
Ans b) details of the scope and extent to which an organization's approval is granted
c) details of the operational restrictions in terms of manoeuvres (g. forces) placed on
a transport category aircraft at the time of issue of a C of A.

Mandatory Warning Plagues and symbols

Ans a) must be displayed on all flightsb) must be displayed in the cabin only if they
are legible c) need not be displayed if they are incorporated in the flight manual
A chain removed for routine inspection Ans a) does not need proof loading
b) must be proof loaded to 50% c) must be proof loaded to 150%
Taper pins resist what loads Ans a) shear b) tension c) compression

The pipe flaring angle is Ans a) 37o b) 25o c) 45o

What is a drill cutting angle?; Ans a) 59o b) 12o - 15o c) 125o - 135o

When drilling out a rivet, use a drill; Ans a) same size as the hole
b) larger than the hole c) smaller than the hole

A dry joint in soldering is caused by; a) flux not used

Ans b) components not hot enough c) wrong solder used

What type of drill would you use on arbon fibre?;

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

After welding why would you normalise to; a) remove carbon build up from the
welded joint Ans b) release the stresses from the material c) remove oxidation from
the welded joint

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 Ans c) a stud remover tool fitted
into a drilled hole

Following a major defect the C of ;a) will be suspended until the defect is rectified.
b) will be invalidated and needs renewing. Ans c) is not affected, however may run
out on a time basis.

Brinelling of a bearing is:

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

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

Caustic soda applied to a metal turns black. This would indicate the metal is
a) aluminium Ans b) duralumin c) magnesium alloy

Proof testing after cable installation is

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

An aircraft control chain is connected using

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

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

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

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

Removal of a scratch from a sheet of metal requires: Ans a) burnishing

b) blending c) polishing
When dimpling a sheet of metal you would require
a) a male die only Ans b) a male and female die c) an oversized rivet and special
reaction block

A micro-shaver is used to
a) cut rivets to length prior to forming b) trim the shank diameter prior to forming
Ans c) mill the rivet head after forming
The skin on an aircraft is normally manufactured from
Ans a) 2024 aluminium alloy
b) 2117 aluminium alloy
c) 7075 aluminium alloy
Springs are manufactured from
a) high carbon alloy steel with low strength requirements
b) low carbon alloy steel with high strength requirements
Ans c) high carbon alloy steel with high strength requirements

The mold point is

Ans 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

Relief holes are:Ans 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

The 'setback' is
Ans 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
A balance cable is installed in a control system to
a) allow the aircraft to be flown 'hands off'b) correct for wing heaviness
Ans c) enable the cable to be tensioned
Faying surfaces are
a) surfaces that have been treated with anti-corrosion compound b) surfaces that are
stressed Ans c) surfaces that are in contact with each other

After a heavy landing you should inspect a ) the engine module alignment
Ans b) the engine thrust alignment c) the engine toe-in

The flux used during brazing is a mixture of water and

Ans a) borax powder b) hydrochloric acid c) zinc chloride

A wear check on a cylinder head valve spring should include

a) diameter and length Ans b) length under load c) length off-load

A tapered roller bearing is designed to take

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