FAA AMT (Aviation Maintenance Technician) Airframe Practice Exam

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Prepare for the FAA AMT Airframe Exam with our comprehensive quiz. This resource offers multiple-choice questions designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding of aviation maintenance concepts.

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Which statement about Airworthiness Directives (AD's) is true?

They are recommendations only
Compliance with an applicable AD is mandatory and must be recorded in the maintenance records
They apply only to commercial aircraft
They are issued for aesthetic improvements only

The correct answer is: Compliance with an applicable AD is mandatory and must be recorded in the maintenance records

Compliance with an applicable Airworthiness Directive (AD) is mandatory and must be recorded in the maintenance records because ADs are issued by aviation authorities to correct unsafe conditions found in an aircraft, engine, propeller, or appliance. They are regulatory in nature and require action to be taken within a specified time frame. Recording compliance in the maintenance records is essential for proving that the necessary actions have been taken to maintain the airworthiness of the aircraft. Options A, C, and D are incorrect: A. ADs are not recommendations only; they are regulatory requirements. C. ADs can apply to various types of aircraft, not just commercial ones. D. ADs are not issued for aesthetic improvements; they are issued to address safety issues and ensure airworthiness.