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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General PDF page 619
Chapter 13: Mechanic Privileges & Limitations › Mechanic Certification: Subpart D—Mechanics (by 14 CFR Section) › Section 65.81, General Privileges and Limitations
Section 65.81, General Privileges and Limitations Once a technician becomes a certificated mechanic, they may perform or supervise the maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations of an aircraft or appliance (or part thereof) for which they are rated. However, they…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General PDF page 619
Chapter 13: Mechanic Privileges & Limitations › Mechanic Certification: Subpart D—Mechanics (by 14 CFR Section) › Section 65.85, Airframe Rating: Additional Privileges
Section 65.83, Recent Experience Requirements In addition to having the proper documentation…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General PDF page 619
Chapter 13: Mechanic Privileges & Limitations › Mechanic Certification: Subpart D—Mechanics (by 14 CFR Section) › Section 65.87, Powerplant Rating: Additional Privileges
type certificated) and must have been performed in accordance with instructions developed by the manufacturer or person acceptable to the FAA. Section 65.87, Powerplant Rating: Additional Privileges Similarly, a mechanic holding a powerplant rating has the same limitations imposed regarding…