Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI) Exam

Question 1

An aircraft experiences an in-flight failure of a single engine on a multi-engine aircraft. The pilot performs a precautionary shutdown and lands safely at the nearest suitable airport. There are no injuries and the only damage is internal to the failed engine. According to NTSB Part 830, what is the operator's immediate responsibility?

No notification is required because there was no substantial damage to the airframe. A written report must be filed with the NTSB within 10 days. Immediate notification to the NTSB is required. The event must be reported to the local FAA FSDO within 24 hours.

Correct Answer:

Immediate notification to the NTSB is required.

Question 2

During a formal NTSB investigation of a major aviation accident, what is the primary role of the FAA Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI) participating as a member of the Go-Team?

To act as the official spokesperson for the investigation to the media. To serve as a technical advisor to the NTSB and determine if regulatory non-compliance was a factor. To determine the probable cause of the accident and issue safety recommendations. To represent the interests of the air carrier and its flight crew.

Correct Answer:

To serve as a technical advisor to the NTSB and determine if regulatory non-compliance was a factor.

Question 3

According to the definitions in NTSB Part 830, which of the following scenarios constitutes an 'aircraft accident' that requires immediate notification?

A hard landing that results in a passenger suffering a fractured ankle and the aircraft's landing gear sustaining damage requiring major repair. An in-flight fire that is extinguished by the crew with no resulting damage to the aircraft structure or injury to persons. A collision with a ground vehicle during taxi that dents the wing's leading edge but does not affect its structural integrity. The complete failure of the aircraft's primary navigation system while in IFR conditions, forcing a diversion, but resulting in a safe landing.

Correct Answer:

A hard landing that results in a passenger suffering a fractured ankle and the aircraft's landing gear sustaining damage requiring major repair.

Question 4

An ASI is the first federal official on the scene of a general aviation accident in a remote field. According to NTSB Part 830, what is the most critical initial responsibility regarding the aircraft wreckage?

To begin interviewing witnesses to develop an initial theory of the cause. To document the site with photographs before moving components to a secure hangar. To ensure the wreckage and associated records are preserved and protected from disturbance or further damage. To recover the aircraft logbooks and flight recorders for immediate FAA analysis.

Correct Answer:

To ensure the wreckage and associated records are preserved and protected from disturbance or further damage.

Question 5

The operator of an aircraft that was involved in an occurrence defined as an 'accident' under NTSB Part 830 must file a formal report. What is the deadline for filing this report?

Immediately, by the most expeditious means available. Within 7 days of the accident. A report is only required if requested by the NTSB. Within 10 days after the accident.

Correct Answer:

Within 10 days after the accident.

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