Table of Contents
Paragraph Page
Chapter 1. General Information
1. Purpose of This Order........................................................................................................ 1‑1
2. Delegation/Recission of a Designee Authorization................................................................ 1‑1
3. Audience........................................................................................................................... 1‑1
4. Where
You Can Find This Order....................................................................................... 1‑2
5. What
This Order Cancels................................................................................................... 1‑2
6. Explanation
of Policy Changes............................................................................................ 1‑2
7. Role
of the Designee.......................................................................................................... 1‑2
8. Definitions.......................................................................................................................... 1‑2
Chapter 2.
Selection and Appointment
1. Selection............................................................................................................................ 2‑1
2. Appointment...................................................................................................................... 2‑3
3. General
Eligibility Requirements.......................................................................................... 2‑3
Chapter 3.
Oversight, Training, and Renewal
1. Oversight........................................................................................................................... 3‑1
2. Initial
Training Seminar....................................................................................................... 3‑1
3. Orientation......................................................................................................................... 3‑1
4. Recurrent
Training.............................................................................................................. 3‑2
5. Expiration.......................................................................................................................... 3‑3
6. Renewal............................................................................................................................. 3‑3
7. Knowledge
and Skill.......................................................................................................... 3‑4
Chapter 4.
Termination and Appeal
1. Termination........................................................................................................................ 4‑1
2. Types
of Termination.......................................................................................................... 4‑1
3. Termination
Letter.............................................................................................................. 4‑1
4. Appeal............................................................................................................................... 4‑1
Chapter 5.
Privileges, Limitations, and Responsibilities
1. Privileges........................................................................................................................... 5‑1
2. Limitations......................................................................................................................... 5‑1
3. Responsibilities................................................................................................................... 5‑3
Chapter 6.
Technical Personnel Examiner Program
Section 1.
General
1. Additional
Requirements for Appointment........................................................................... 6‑1
2. Aviation
Mechanic Tests.................................................................................................... 6‑2
3. Parachute
Rigger Tests....................................................................................................... 6‑3
4. FAA
Certification Policy.................................................................................................... 6‑3
5. Limitations......................................................................................................................... 6‑3
6. Designations
Issued............................................................................................................ 6‑4
7. Designee
Materials............................................................................................................. 6‑4
8. Security............................................................................................................................. 6‑5
Section 2.
Conducting and Grading Tests
9. Preparation........................................................................................................................ 6‑5
10. Applicant
Eligibility............................................................................................................. 6‑9
11. Evaluating
Applicant Performance..................................................................................... 6‑13
12. Conducting
the Tests........................................................................................................ 6‑14
13. Test
Planning Sheets Are Required for Each Oral and Practical Test Given........................ 6‑16
14. Recording
the Results of Tests.......................................................................................... 6‑17
15. When
the Applicant Passes.............................................................................................. 6‑17
16. Applicants
Under 18 Years of Age................................................................................... 6‑19
17. When
the Applicant Fails.................................................................................................. 6‑20
18. Disposition
of Files........................................................................................................... 6‑20
19. Issuance
of FAA Form 8060-4 by a TPE When Oral and Practical Tests are Not
Administered..... 6‑22
20. Reconstruction
of a Lost Certificate File............................................................................ 6‑23
Chapter 7.
Designated Pilot Examiner Program
Section 1.
General
1. Additional
Qualifications..................................................................................................... 7‑1
2. Specific
Eligibility Requirements.......................................................................................... 7‑3
3. Types
of Designation.......................................................................................................... 7‑9
4. Practical
Test................................................................................................................... 7‑11
5. Additional
Designations.................................................................................................... 7‑11
6. Examiner
LOAs............................................................................................................... 7‑12
Section 2. Conduct Practical
Test/Certification Functions
7. General............................................................................................................................ 7‑14
8. Testing
Applicants Trained by the Examiner...................................................................... 7‑18
9. Examiner
Limitations........................................................................................................ 7‑18
10. Status
of Examiners During Practical Tests........................................................................ 7‑19
11. Carriage
of Passengers During Practical Tests................................................................... 7‑21
12. Aircraft
Used for Practical Tests....................................................................................... 7‑22
13. Aircraft
Equipment........................................................................................................... 7‑24
14. Flight
Simulators, Flight Training Devices, and Personal Computer-Based Aviation
Training Devices 7‑25
15. Engine
Shutdown on Multiengine Airplanes During the Practical Test................................. 7‑25
16. Structure
of the Practical Test........................................................................................... 7‑26
17. Practical
Test Discontinuance........................................................................................... 7‑28
18. Repeating
Maneuvers on Practical Tests........................................................................... 7‑28
19. Practical
Test Briefings..................................................................................................... 7‑28
20. Segmented
Practical Tests (Planned)................................................................................ 7‑29
21. Retest
in Event of Failure.................................................................................................. 7‑30
22. Accidents
and Incidents During Practical Tests.................................................................. 7‑30
23. PTS................................................................................................................................. 7‑30
24. Prerequisites
for Practical Tests........................................................................................ 7‑31
25. Verification
of an Applicant’s Identity............................................................................... 7‑35
26. Illegal
Substance Conviction............................................................................................. 7‑37
27. Completion
of FAA Form 8710-1.................................................................................... 7‑37
28. Completion
of FAA Form 8710‑11.................................................................................. 7‑40
29. Preparation
of the Certification File................................................................................... 7‑42
30. Review
of an Examiner’s Decision.................................................................................... 7‑43
31. Issuance
of FAA Form 8060-4........................................................................................ 7‑43
32. Limitations....................................................................................................................... 7‑44
33. Issuance
of FAA Form 8060-5........................................................................................ 7‑46
34.
Part 141
Stage Checks.................................................................................................... 7‑46
35. Blue
Seal Certificates....................................................................................................... 7‑47
36. Logging
of Flight as Examiner........................................................................................... 7‑47
37. Procedures...................................................................................................................... 7‑47
Section 3. Issue a Student Pilot
Certificate
38. General............................................................................................................................ 7‑53
39. Nonrenewable................................................................................................................. 7‑53
40. Procedures...................................................................................................................... 7‑54
Section 4. Special Emphasis Items
41. Special
Emphasis Items.................................................................................................... 7‑56
42. Dangers
Associated with Simulation of Power Failure in Single-Engine Airplanes by the
Interruption of Fuel Flow................................................................................................................................ 7‑56
43. Pilot
External Vigilance (Scan Program)............................................................................ 7‑57
44. Accurate
Position Reporting and Collision Avoidance....................................................... 7‑57
45. Instrument
Flying Skills – Partial Panel.............................................................................. 7‑58
Section 5. Flight Reviews and Competency
Checks
46. Flight
Reviews and Competency Checks.......................................................................... 7‑59
47. Examiner
or Inspector Participation.................................................................................. 7‑59
48. Application
for a Flight Review or Competency Check..................................................... 7‑59
49. Combining
Flight Reviews and Competency Checks......................................................... 7‑59
50. Evaluating
the Flight Review............................................................................................. 7‑59
51. Length
of Review............................................................................................................. 7‑60
52. Logbook
Endorsements................................................................................................... 7‑60
53. Recent
Instrument Experience, § 61.57............................................................................. 7‑60
54. High
Performance Airplane Check,
Part 61, § 61.31(f)..................................................... 7‑61
55. Complex
Airplane Check, § 61.31(e)............................................................................... 7‑62
56. Self-Launching
or Powered Sailplane Flight Checks.......................................................... 7‑62
Section 6.
Conduct a Recreational Pilot Certification, Including Additional Category/Class
Ratings at the Recreational Pilot Certification Level
57. General............................................................................................................................ 7‑62
58. Additional
Category and Class Ratings............................................................................. 7‑65
59. Upgrading
to a Private Pilot Certificate............................................................................. 7‑65
60. Procedures...................................................................................................................... 7‑65
Section 7. Conduct a Sport Pilot
Certification
61. General............................................................................................................................ 7‑69
62. Procedures...................................................................................................................... 7‑71
Section 8.
Conduct a Private Pilot Certification, Including Additional Category/Class
Ratings at the Private Pilot Certification Level
63. General............................................................................................................................ 7‑74
64. Eligibility
Requirements..................................................................................................... 7‑74
65. Limitations....................................................................................................................... 7‑76
66. Categories
and Classes.................................................................................................... 7‑77
67. Recreational
Pilot Upgrades............................................................................................. 7‑77
Section 9.
Conduct a Commercial Pilot Certification, Including Additional Category/Class
Ratings at the Commercial Pilot Certification Level
68. General............................................................................................................................ 7‑78
69. Eligibility
Requirements..................................................................................................... 7‑78
70. Categories
and Classes.................................................................................................... 7‑80
71. Instructor
Privileges in Lighter-Than-Air Aircraft............................................................... 7‑81
72. Complex
Airplane Requirements....................................................................................... 7‑81
73. Procedures...................................................................................................................... 7‑81
Section 10. Conduct an Airline
Transport Pilot Certification, Including Additional Category/Class Ratings at
the Airline Transport Certification Level
74. General............................................................................................................................ 7‑86
75. Instructor
Endorsement and Recommendation................................................................... 7‑86
76. Category,
Class, and Type Ratings................................................................................... 7‑88
77. Procedures...................................................................................................................... 7‑89
Section 11. Conduct an Instrument Rating Certification
78. General............................................................................................................................ 7‑94
79. Eligibility
Requirements..................................................................................................... 7‑95
80. Types
of Instrument Ratings Issued................................................................................... 7‑96
81. Flight
Controls................................................................................................................. 7‑96
82. Use
of Nonapproved Instrument Approach Procedures.................................................... 7‑96
83. Limitations....................................................................................................................... 7‑96
84. Procedures...................................................................................................................... 7‑97
Section 12. Conduct a Pilot Type Rating
Certification
85. General.......................................................................................................................... 7‑101
86. Pilot
Type Rating That May Be Performed as Either a Single Pilot or With a Second-in-Command (SIC).......................................................................................................................................7‑103
87. Procedures..................................................................................................................... 7‑111
Section 13.
Conduct a Private Pilot Certification for Weight Shift Control and Powered
Parachute, Including Additional Category/Class Ratings at the Private Pilot
Certification Level
88. General.......................................................................................................................... 7‑116
89. Eligibility
Requirements................................................................................................... 7‑116
90.
Limitations..................................................................................................................... 7‑117
91. Categories
and Classes.................................................................................................. 7‑118
92. Procedures.................................................................................................................... 7‑119
Section 14.
Conduct a Flight Instructor with a Sport Pilot Rating Practical Test for an Initial,
Renewal, or Reinstatement
93. General.......................................................................................................................... 7‑122
94.
General Procedures Initial
Certification............................................................................ 7‑123
95. General
Procedures for Renewal or Reinstatement.......................................................... 7‑125
96. Denial
of Renewal or Reinstatement................................................................................ 7‑125
97. Gold
Seal Flight Instructor Certificates............................................................................ 7‑125
98. Category
and Class Privileges for a Flight Instructor Certificate with a Sport Pilot Rating........................................................................................................................... 7‑126
99. Procedures.................................................................................................................... 7‑126
Section 15.
Conduct a Flight Instructor Practical Test for an Initial, Renewal,
Reinstatement Certification, or an Additional Category/Class Rating to a
Flight Instructor Certificate
100.
General........................................................................................................................ 7‑130
101.
Knowledge Test........................................................................................................... 7‑131
102.
Practical Test................................................................................................................ 7‑132
103. Eligibility
Requirements................................................................................................. 7‑132
104.
General Procedures for Renewal or Reinstatement........................................................ 7‑135
105. Denial of Renewal or Reinstatement.............................................................................. 7‑136
106. Gold
Seal Flight Instructor Certificates.......................................................................... 7‑136
107.
Category, Class, and Instrument Ratings Placed on a Flight Instructor Certificate........... 7‑137
108.
Limitations................................................................................................................... 7‑137
109. Procedures.................................................................................................................. 7‑137
Section 16. Conduct Pilot Proficiency
Checks as a Pilot Proficiency Examiner
110.
General........................................................................................................................ 7‑142
111.
Limitations................................................................................................................... 7‑142
112.
Experience Requirements for Designation as a PPE....................................................... 7‑143
113. Practical
Test............................................................................................................... 7‑143
114. COA
and LOA............................................................................................................ 7‑144
115.
Additional Designations................................................................................................ 7‑144
116. PIC
Proficiency Check Procedures.............................................................................. 7‑144
117.
Proficiency Check Records.......................................................................................... 7‑145
Section 17.
Accomplish Designation/Issue Certificates as an ACR, Limited to Examining
Authority under
Part 141
118.
General........................................................................................................................ 7‑145
119.
Selection of ACRs....................................................................................................... 7‑146
120.
Certification of Graduates............................................................................................. 7‑147
Section 18.
Accomplish Designation/Issue Certificates as an ACR Employed Solely by a FIRC
Sponsor
121.
General........................................................................................................................ 7‑148
122.
Selection of ACRs....................................................................................................... 7‑148
123. Certification
of Graduates............................................................................................. 7‑150
Section 19.
Accomplish Designation/Conduct Functions as a MCE, FPE, MC/FPE, GIE, and
FIRE
124.
Background................................................................................................................. 7‑151
125.
General Information for MCE, FPE, and MC/FPE Designations.................................... 7‑152
126. Issuance of a U.S. Private Pilot Certificate and
Ratings Based on Foreign Pilot Licenses...................................................................................................................... 7‑153
127. Pilot Certificates and Ratings Issued on the Basis of
Military Competence by an MCE and MC/FPE......................................................................................................................7‑155
128.
Compliance with Other Provisions................................................................................ 7‑156
129.
Designation of an FIRE................................................................................................ 7‑156
130.
Designation of a GIE.................................................................................................... 7‑157
Section 20. Accomplish Issuance of a U.S. Pilot Certificate Based on a Foreign-Pilot License
131.
General Information...................................................................................................... 7‑159
132.
Procedures.................................................................................................................. 7‑172
Section 21. IACRA Process
133. General........................................................................................................................ 7‑177
134.
Procedures.................................................................................................................. 7‑178
Chapter 8.
Administrative Information
1.
Distribution.......................................................................................................................... 8‑1
2.
Deviations............................................................................................................................ 8‑1
3. Suggestions or Comments.................................................................................................... 8‑1
Appendix A. Acronyms and
Abbreviations.................................................................................... A-1
Appendix B. Directive Feedback
Information................................................................................. B-1
List of Figures
Figure Page
6-1. Instructions for Completing FAA Form 8610‑2,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application 6‑24
1. Procedures
for Completing FAA Form 8610‑2................................................................ 6‑24
2. Privacy
Act...................................................................................................................... 6‑25
3. Complete
the Top Section................................................................................................ 6‑25
4. Block I
– Applicant Information........................................................................................ 6‑25
5. Block II
– Certificate or Rating Applied for on Basis of - ................................................. 6‑29
6. Block III
– Record of Experience..................................................................................... 6‑31
7. Block IV
– Applicant’s Certification................................................................................. 6‑33
8. Block V
– I Find This Applicant Meets the Experience Requirements of 14 CFR
Part 65 and is Eligible to Take the Required Tests................................................................................................................. 6‑34
9. For
FAA Use Only.......................................................................................................... 6‑35
10. Results
of Oral and Practical Tests.................................................................................... 6‑35
11. Designated
Examiner’s Report.......................................................................................... 6‑36
12. Applicant’s
Certification................................................................................................... 6‑36
13. FAA
Inspector’s Report.................................................................................................. 6‑37
6-2A.
FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application.................................. 6‑38
6-2B. FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or
Rating Application ................................ 6‑39
6-2C.
Attachment for FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating
Application......... 6‑40
6-2D. FAA Form 8610‑2,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application................................. 6‑41
6-2E.
FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application................................. 6‑42
6-2F. FAA Form 8610‑2,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Reverse Side).......... 6‑43
6-2G. FAA Form 8610‑2,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Reverse Side)......... 6‑44
6-2H. FAA Form 8610‑2,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Reverse Side)......... 6‑45
6-2I. FAA Form 8610‑2,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Reverse Side)........... 6‑46
6-2J. FAA Form 8610‑2,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Reverse Side)........... 6‑47
6-2K.
FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application
(Reverse Side)......... 6‑48
6-2L. FAA
Form 8060-4, Temporary Airman Certificate....................................................... 6‑49
6-2M. FAA
Form 8060-4, Temporary Airman Certificate...................................................... 6‑50
6-2N. Example
Statement of Additional Instructions............................................................... 6‑51
6-2O. Airman Computer Test Report for AMA...................................................................... 6‑52
6-3A. FAA
Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Front Side)............. 6‑53
6-3B. FAA
Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Front Side............... 6‑54
6-3C.
FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Reverse
Side)......... 6‑55
6-3D.
FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Reverse
Side)......... 6‑56
6-3E. FAA Form 8610‑2,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Reverse Side).......... 6‑57
6-3F.
Example Statement of Additional Instruction.................................................................. 6‑58
6-3G. Airman
Computer Test for RIG.................................................................................... 6‑59
6-3H. FAA
Form 8060-4, Temporary Airman Certificate....................................................... 6‑60
6-3I. FAA
Form 8060-4, Temporary Airman Certificate ....................................................... 6‑61
6-3J. FAA
Form 8060-4, Temporary Airman Certificate........................................................ 6‑62
6-4A. Airframe
and Powerplant Mechanical Oral and Practical Planning Sheet (Front
Side)............................................................................................................................. 6‑63
6-4B. Airframe
and Powerplant Mechanic Oral and Practical Planning Sheet (Reverse
Side)............................................................................................................................. 6‑64
6-4C.
Parachute Rigger Oral/Practical Test Planning Sheet..................................................... 6‑65
7-1.
Specific Eligibility Requirements for Sport Pilot Examiners................................................. 7‑4
7-2.
Specific Eligibility Requirements for Sport Pilot Examiner Designees.................................. 7‑6
7-3.
Specific Eligibility Requirements for Commercial Pilot Examiner Designees........................ 7‑7
7-4.
Specific Eligibility Requirements for Commercial and Instrument Rating Examiner
and Airline Transport Pilot Examiner
Designees........................................................................................................... 7‑8
7-5.
Vintage Airplane Groups................................................................................................. 7‑13
7-6. ICAO Level 4 English Language Proficiency
Criteria..................................................... 7‑179
7-7.
Sample FAA Form 8410-1, Airman
Proficiency/Qualification Check............................. 7‑180
7-8A.
Pilot Examiner Test Guide (First Page)....................................................................... 7‑181
7-8B.
Pilot Examiner Test Guide (Second Page)................................................................... 7‑182
7-8C. Sport
Pilot Examiner Test Guide (First Page).............................................................. 7‑183
7-8D.
Sport Pilot Examiner Test Guide (Second Page)......................................................... 7‑184
7-8E.
Sport Pilot Examiner Test Guide (Third Page)............................................................. 7‑185
7-8F.
Sport Pilot Examiner Test Guide (Fourth Page)........................................................... 7‑186
7-8G.
Sport Pilot Examiner Test Guide (Fifth Page).............................................................. 7‑187
7-9A.
Sample Letter of Discontinuance (Pilot)...................................................................... 7‑188
7-9B. Sample
Letter of Discontinuance (Sport Pilot)............................................................. 7‑189
7-10.
Sample Computer Test Report (Pilot)......................................................................... 7‑190
7-10A.
Sample of Computer Test Report (Sport Pilot)......................................................... 7‑191
7-11.
Letter from
Part 141 School with Knowledge Test Examining Authority........................ 7‑192
7-12. FAA Form 8710-1,
Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Front).................... 7‑193
7-12A.
FAA Form 8710-1, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (Back)................. 7‑194
7-13. Sample of FAA Form 8710‑11, Airman
Certificate and/or Rating Application – Sport Pilot (Front Side)................................................................................................................................ 7‑196
7-13A. Sample of FAA Form 8710‑11, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application
– Sport Pilot (Reverse Side)................................................................................................................................ 7‑197
7-14.
Sample FAA Form 8060-4, Temporary Airman Certificate (Pilot)............................... 7‑198
7-14A.
Sample FAA Form 8060-4, Temporary Airman Certificate (Sport Pilot)................... 7‑199
7-15. Center Thrust Limitation.............................................................................................. 7‑200
7-16.
Sample FAA Form 8060-5, Notice of Disapproval of Application (Pilot).................... 7‑201
7-16A. Sample
FAA Form 8060-5, Notice of Disapproval of Application
(Sport Pilot)............................................................................................................. 7‑202
7-17.
Sample Application for a
Part 141 Stage Check.......................................................... 7‑203
7-18.
Sample FAA Form 8420-2, Medical Certificate____ Class and Student
Pilot Certificate..................................................................................................................... 7‑204
7-19.
Sample Student Pilot Certificate.................................................................................. 7‑205
7-20.
Sample Recreational Pilot Certificate........................................................................... 7‑206
7-21.
Sample Private Pilot Certificate with Recreational Pilot Category Privileges.................. 7‑207
7-22.
Sample Commercial Pilot Certificate........................................................................... 7‑208
7-23.
Sample ATP Certificate with Instrument Privileges Shown.......................................... 7‑209
7-24.
Sample Second-in-Command Limitation..................................................................... 7‑210
7-25.
Sample Gold Seal Flight Instructor Certificate (Pilot)................................................... 7‑211
7-25A.
Sample Gold Seal Flight Instructor Certificate with a Sport Pilot Rating..................... 7‑212
7-26. Verification of Authenticity Form and Instructions ....................................................... 7‑213
Section 1. General
1.
Additional Requirements for
Appointment. The procedures contained in
this order apply to inspectors and Technical Personnel Examiners (TPE)
authorized to conduct aviation mechanic or parachute rigger oral and practical
tests and issue temporary airman certificates. TPEs will conduct tests in
accordance with the applicable practical test standards (PTS). Inspectors must
carefully consider all of the following issues before designating or renewing
an examiner. In addition to meeting the general designee eligibility
requirements in chapter 2, an examiner candidate must meet the following
additional requirements, which will be reviewed by the appointing Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) office:
a.
For Designated Mechanic Examiner (DME)
Appointment.
(1) Evidence of a high level of knowledge in the Subject Areas required
for aviation mechanic certification in both reciprocating and turbine‑engine
aircraft.
(2) Held a valid aviation mechanic certificate for 5 years
with the rating(s) for which a designation is to be issued. When qualified persons
are not available, the managing FAA office manager may reduce the 5‑year
requirement to 3 years if the prospective designee meets all other
requirements, and possesses the required technical qualifications.
(3) Actively exercised the privileges of a valid aviation
mechanic certificate for 3 years on U.S.-registered civil aircraft
immediately before designation.
(4) Have a fixed base of operation adequately equipped to
support testing in at least 25 percent of all Level 1, Level 2,
and Level 3 skill elements listed in the PTS under Objective 3 of
each Subject Area in a section, and be adequately equipped to support testing
of all of the Core Competency elements listed in the PTS under Objective 2
of a Subject Area for the designation sought. This includes both reciprocating
and turbine engine aircraft.
(a) The fixed base of operation, equipment, and materials must
be adequate for an applicant to demonstrate the basic skills for the
certificate and rating sought. The managing FAA office will monitor the status
of equipment periodically to ensure compliance.
(b) Use airworthy aircraft, other aircraft, aircraft
subassemblies, operational mockups, or other aids for testing airman
applicants.
(c) Tools, equipment, current publications, materials, etc.,
required to complete a project assignment must be the type recommended by
aircraft manufacturers or accepted in the aviation industry.
Note: The DME
will be required by the managing field office to report any significant change
in the equipment or materials available to test applicants.
b. For Designated Parachute Rigger Examiner (DPRE)
Appointment.
(1) Evidence of a high level of knowledge in the Areas of Operation
required for parachute rigger certification.
(2) Held a valid master parachute rigger certificate for
2 years with the rating(s) for which the managing FAA office will issue a
designation.
(3) Actively exercised the privileges of a valid master
parachute rigger certificate for 2 years immediately before the
designation.
(4) Have a fixed base of operation adequately equipped to
support testing in each required area of operation for the designation held.
(a) The fixed base of operation, equipment, and materials must
be adequate for an applicant to demonstrate the basic skills for the
certificate and rating sought. The managing FAA office will periodically
monitor the status of equipment to ensure compliance.
(b) Tools, equipment, current publications, materials, etc.,
required to complete a project assignment must be the type parachute
manufacturers recommend or accept in the industry.
(c) The fixed base of operation must, as a minimum, have tools
and equipment necessary to perform, in each required Area of Operation, the Tasks
the DPRE will assign as part of his or her developed test.
Note: The DPRE will be required by the managing field
office to report any significant change in the equipment or materials available
to test applicants.
2.
Aviation Mechanic Tests. The test standards are contained in three separate
booklets, which consist of knowledge (oral question) elements and skill
(practical project) elements in each of the five sections. Each section has
from 3 to 12 Subject Areas. Section I, General, is required for
either the airframe or powerplant rating and applies to both. Sections I,
II, and III are required for the airframe rating. Sections I, IV, and V
are required for the powerplant rating. See section 2, paragraph 9
for information concerning previously passed section I. These test sections
include:
·
I—General.
·
II—Airframe Structures.
·
III—Airframe Systems and Components.
·
IV—Powerplant Theory and Maintenance.
·
V—Powerplant Systems and Components.
3.
Parachute Rigger Tests. The test standards consist of knowledge/oral question
elements and skill/practical project elements in each of the seven Areas of Operation.
Each Area of Operation has from 5 to 14 Tasks. The Tasks are broken down
by elements. All elements of a selected Task must be accomplished to
successfully complete the Task. These Areas of Operation include:
·
I—Certification.
·
II—Privileges, Limitations, and
Operating Rules.
·
III—Packing Parachutes.
·
IV—Parachute Operation and Care.
·
V—Parachute Construction Details.
·
VI—Parachute Repair.
·
VII—Parachute Alteration.
4.
FAA Certification Policy. TPEs must evaluate the oral and practical tests to
determine if an applicant’s performance is acceptable or unacceptable. The
primary discriminator in the airman certification process is the oral and
practical test. Standard grading criteria and objective examination ensure a
level of basic knowledge and skills in all subjects required for the rating
sought.
5.
Limitations. In addition to the general limitations in chapter 5, TPEs must not:
a.
Conduct oral and practical tests at the
base of operation that appears on the TPE’s FAA Form 8430‑9
unless it is adequately equipped with available equipment and material necessary
for conducting the tests.
b.
Conduct oral and practical tests for
applicants that have been authorized to test on the applicable airman
certificate and/or rating application by an inspector in a Flight Standards District
Office (FSDO) or International Field Office (IFO) other than the TPE’s
responsible FSDO or IFO, unless:
(1) The TPE reports the request for testing to the FSDO or IFO
responsible for his or her designee authorization.
(2) The TPE receives written permission before conducting the
test. The TPE may be issued continuing authorization to perform these tests.
This authorization does not relieve the TPE from the notification requirements
of section 2, paragraph 9 before performing the test. The continuing
authorization may be amended or rescinded any time the TPE’s responsible FSDO
or IFO finds necessary.
Note: This paragraph is intended as a limitation for
the TPE. An applicant is not required to present his or her application to the
local FSDO or IFO for reauthorization unless there is evidence that his or her
original authorization is in question.
6.
Designations Issued.
a.
DME Designations. The DME can be issued the following designations:
(1) Airframe (A). Conducts aviation mechanic airframe rating
oral and practical tests and the general oral and practical test, when
required.
(2) Powerplant (P). Conducts aviation mechanic powerplant
rating oral and practical tests and the general oral and practical test, when
required.
(3) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P). Conducts aviation
mechanic airframe and powerplant ratings, oral and practical tests, and the
general oral and practical test, when required.
b.
DPRE Designations. The DPRE will be issued one designation, Parachute Rigger Examiner.
The DPRE conducts senior and master parachute rigger oral and practical tests
for the parachute types for which the DPRE is rated.
7.
Designee Materials. The managing FAA office should provide each designee with
supplies appropriate to the designation. The following supplies are necessary
for the performance of TPE duties. The managing FAA office may issue some or
all of the designee materials at the time of selection. With the exception of
the FAA Form 8060‑4, the
material can be found on the Internet, or through common sources such as the
Government Printing Office (GPO).
a.
FAA Order 8900.2. FAA Order 8900.2, General Aviation Airman
Designee Handbook.
b.
FAA Form 8610‑2. FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or
Rating Application (Stock No. 0052‑00‑026‑8004).
c.
FAA Form 8060‑4. FAA Form 8060‑4, Temporary Airman Certificate (Stock
No. 0052‑00‑049‑5001).
d.
FAA Form 337. FAA Form 337, Major Repair and Alteration (Stock
No. 0052‑00‑025‑8000).
e.
Title 14 CFR
Part 65. Title 14 CFR
Part 65, Certification: Airmen
Other Than Flight Crewmembers.
f.
Title 14 CFR
Part 183. Title 14 CFR
Part 183, Representatives of
the Administrator.
g.
FAA-S-8081-25. Parachute Rigger Practical Test Standards (PTS), FAA-S‑8081‑25.
h.
FAA-S-8081-26. Aviation Mechanic General Practical Test Standards (PTS)
FAA‑S‑8081‑26.
i.
FAA-8081-27. Aviation Mechanic Airframe Practical Test Standards (PTS)
FAA‑8081‑27.
j.
FAA-8081-28. Aviation Mechanic Powerplant Practical Test Standards
(PTS) FAA‑8081‑28.
Note: Items listed in paragraphs 7d, g, h, and
i, are not required for DPREs; the item listed in paragraph 7j is not required
for DMEs.
8.
Security. Each TPE is responsible for establishing and carrying out
appropriate security procedures. The security of the controlled material is
important to prevent compromise, and to ensure the applicants meet the
aeronautical skill standards for aviation mechanic certificates and ratings.
a.
Materials. The TPE must ensure adequate security of:
(1) All knowledge element questions developed for the tests.
(2) All skill element projects developed for the tests.
b.
Access. The TPE must secure the aforementioned material in a
manner that will not allow unauthorized access (e.g., a locked drawer, cabinet,
or closet). Only authorized representatives of the FAA Administrator will
receive access to secured material. The TPE should refer any public request for
the secured material to the managing FAA office.
9.
Preparation. TPEs must notify the managing FAA office before conducting
all oral and practical tests. The managing FAA office may establish specific
procedures for this notification. Because applicants may have widely differing
backgrounds, it will be necessary to review the applicant’s experience in order
to select appropriate oral questions and practical projects. The TPE must ask questions
and assigns projects that will be fair, and yet cover all subject areas/Areas
of Operation necessary for certification.
a.
Charge a Reasonable Fee. The TPE may charge a reasonable fee to each applicant for
handling the forms and reports incident to the issuance of an aviation mechanic
certificate, and for the use of the TPE’s facilities, equipment, and materials,
service in administering the oral and practical tests. The TPE and the
applicant should reach a mutual understanding and agreement of the total fee
for the TPE’s services before beginning the tests. An agreement in writing may
be to the advantage of both the TPE and the applicant.
b.
Knowledge and Skill Elements. Use the knowledge (oral) and skill (practical) elements
listed in the PTS to administer the oral and practical tests. It is essential
to forward a copy of all knowledge element questions and skill element test
projects developed by the TPE to the managing FAA office. Unless otherwise
authorized by the managing FAA office, the TPE must forward the questions
and/or projects to the FAA at least 30 calendar-days before their use in
an oral and practical test.
(1) For the DME: Subject Area. Test in each Subject Area of
each section required for the rating sought; one-third of the section must be Level 1
or higher, one-third must be Level 2 or higher, and one-third must be Level 3,
even though the applicant may not have used some of the skills in past or
present jobs. The DME is not required to test every element in each Subject
Area. An applicant must be able to demonstrate satisfactory knowledge and skill
in the assigned elements in each Subject Area to the required standard.
(2) For the DPRE: Area of Operation. Test in each Area of Operation
required for certificate/rating sought. An applicant must perform
satisfactorily in each selected Task in each required Area of Operation.
c.
Developing Knowledge (Oral) Element
Tests. This type of questioning intends to
measure an applicant’s basic knowledge of a Subject Area/Area of Operation. The
design of the knowledge question is directly relational to the accuracy of this
measurement.
(1) For the DME: The DME may continue to develop and use
knowledge element questions. Use the guidelines from subparagraph (2)
below, to assist in the development of questions. The DME may also use
questions obtained from the Airman Testing Standards Branch (AFS‑630),
internet based knowledge question data bank located at: https://av‑info.faa.gov/DsgReg/Login.aspx.
Select developed and/or downloaded questions applicable to the type of test to
be administered. Do not select more than 10 questions for each Subject Area
to be tested. Do not use the same questions for three consecutive tests. Do not
allow an applicant to select questions.
(2) The TPE should use the following basic guidelines to assist
in developing knowledge questions.
(a) The knowledge questions should be:
1. Clear. Content should establish the conditions or
significant circumstances so the examiner and the applicant will have the same
mental picture.
2. Grammatically correct.
3. Concise. Long questions can be complex and ambiguous.
4. Pertinent to the skill element when combining knowledge
(oral) and skill elements.
5. Have only one correct answer.
(b) The questions should not:
1. Be open‑ended or multiple-choice questions.
2. Require any further information or clarification.
3. Be manufacturer specific.
4. Contain double negatives.
5. Have two parts.
6. Contain clues to the answer.
(c) Knowledge questions should be limited only to who, what,
when, where, how, or why, not a combination. The questions should challenge the
applicant enough so the examiner can properly evaluate the applicant’s basic
knowledge. Answers to the knowledge questions must be found within FAA-approved
or accepted information sources (e.g., 14 CFR parts, FAA orders, or advisory
circulars (AC)).
d.
Develop Skill (Practical) Element
Projects. The objective of this type of
test is to measure an applicant’s basic skills in a Subject Area/Area of Operation.
The design of the skill element is directly relational to its assigned level
and to the accuracy of this measurement. Use the following basic guidelines to
assist in the development of skill projects.
(1) Include any givens (e.g., specific tools, equipment, mock
ups, technical data) that will be required for the project.
(2) Be clear and concise with the level, if applicable, clearly
identified.
(3) Refer to the standard(s) by which the project will be
graded. The examiner must develop a performance standard for each project and
include:
(a) What the applicant must do. As an example: (for mechanic
applicants) install an assigned control surface; (for parachute rigger
applicants) inspect a pilot chute.
(b) How it must be done. As an example: use of proper
information (e.g., manufacturer’s data, Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS))
proper tooling, and observance of all applicable safety precautions.
e.
Assign Unique Identifier. The examiner must assign a unique identifier to each
knowledge element question and skill element project developed.
f.
Prescribed Length of Time. There is no standard length of time prescribed for oral and
practical tests. The testing period must, however, be long enough to make a
valid determination in each Subject Area or Area of Operation for the rating
sought. Take appropriate time to ensure that all required knowledge element
questions and skill element practical projects have been completed for the rating
sought.
g.
Two Originals. The applicant submits two originals of FAA Form 8610-2
before testing begins. The applicant must complete FAA Form 8610‑2
in accordance with Figure 6‑1, which include the instructions for completing FAA Form 8610‑2.
The TPE or inspector should provide FAA Form 8610‑2 and give
detailed instructions for completing it correctly. (The inspector or TPE must
copy Figure 6‑1 of this order and provide it to the applicant until
FAA Form 8610‑2 is revised with written instructions attached.)
Advise the applicant to read the supplemental information attached to FAA Form 8610‑2.
(See Figure 6‑1.)
Note: All signatures must be original, in dark ink,
with the name printed or typed below or next to the signature.
h.
Conduct a Pretest Interview. The TPE should accomplish the pretest interview face to
face, by telephone/fax, through e‑mail, or other methods that will allow
the TPE to:
(1) Discuss fees, testing procedures, projects, and type of
equipment to be used and what the applicant should expect if they pass, fail,
or do not complete the test.
(2) Advise the applicant when the day’s activities terminate,
and when testing resumes if more than 1 day is needed.
(3) Ensure the applicant’s eligibility. (See section 2,
paragraph 10).
(a) Review the applicant’s FAA Form 8610‑2 for
completeness and correctness. The TPE must have the applicant correct any
errors. This may require the applicant to return to the FSDO or IFO where
authorization was obtained.
(b) Review the applicant’s current written test results that
are applicable to the rating(s) sought.
(c) Have the applicant indicate, in the event that he or she
passes all of the required tests, how he or she will respond to the two
questions listed in block IV, “Applicant’s
Certification”, located on the reverse side of FAA
Form 8610‑2.
There may be a need to have managing FAA field office involvement if the
applicant would be required to answer “Yes”
to either of the questions.
i.
Progressive Tests Must Not Be Given. Although it may be necessary to continue a test for more
than 1 day, tests must not be allowed to continue for long periods.
Progressive testing is defined as testing which continues for more than four
sessions in a 4‑day period. Suspending the test to allow the applicant
further study is not allowed. Both the applicant and the examiner should plan
the testing times so the applicant completes most of the test once it
commences.
j.
Incomplete Test. Should the test not be completed in the allotted timeframe,
the examiner will correctly mark both
8610‑2 forms (two originals) on the
reverse side. Forward this incomplete test file to the managing FAA office
within 7 calendar-days. When practical, schedule a retest for the areas
not completed at the time the test is discontinued. Treat this retest as if the
applicant had failed those portions not tested. (See section 2,
paragraphs 10d and 10e.)
(1) For the DME: Correctly mark for the subject areas
completed. Incomplete subject areas will not be marked as a failure on the FAA Form 8610‑2
(two originals). In addition, place a statement in the “Remarks” area indicating why the test was not completed.
(2) For the DPRE: Do not mark as a failure. Place a statement
in the “Remarks” area indicating
why the test was not completed on both FAA Form 8610‑2.
Note: Do not
start any test without the intent to complete the testing for the issuance of a
certificate and at least one rating or an added rating.
k.
For the DME: The General Section of the
Tests. The DME should not begin a test
with the intent of testing the General section only. Applicants for an airframe
rating must take sections I, II, and III. Applicants for a powerplant
rating must take sections I, IV, and V.
(1) An applicant is not required to take section I,
General, of a knowledge or skill test for a mechanic rating if it was
previously passed. Proof of passing may be in the following forms:
(2) A mechanic certificate with the alternate rating; or
(3) FAA Form 8610‑2 that shows section I,
General, has been passed within the preceding 24 calendar-months (although
other sections may not have been passed).
10. Applicant Eligibility.
a.
Furnish Current, Government‑Issued
Identification. Applicants must furnish
current, government‑issued identification with a photograph and
signature. If FAA Form 8610‑2 is completed at a FSDO or IFO,
the approving inspector will record the method of identification (e.g.,
passport, U.S. military identification, U.S. driver’s license), number, and
expiration date in the “REMARKS” area of FAA Form 8610‑2. The TPE will verify the applicant’s
identification before testing. If the means of identification was provided in
the “Remarks” area, the TPE will
verify the identification and initial the inspector’s entry. (Sample entry: Oklahoma Driver’s License #123456789 exp. 01/31/2010.) If the means of identification was
not previously entered in the “REMARKS” area or the means of identification
provided by the applicant is different from the one listed in the “REMARKS”
area, the TPE will make the entry in the “REMARKS” area and initial the entry.
(See Figures 6‑2F to 6‑2K (mechanic applicants) and Figures 6‑3C
to 6‑3E (parachute rigger applicants).)
b.
Meet English Language Requirements. The designated examiners and ASIs share the responsibility
for ensuring applicants meet the English language requirements. (Before
accepting the application and beginning the practical test for certificate or
rating, the TPE/ASI must evaluate the applicant’s English fluency using the
appropriate guidance.) The current edition of
AC 60‑28, English Language Skill
Standards Required by 14 CFR
Part 65,
provides guidance for airman applicants, TPEs, and ASIs in determining English
language skills required for airman certification.
(1) All applicants claiming civilian and/or military experience
as a basis for qualification must have the experience evaluated and verified by
an inspector before taking the required test. The inspector may, as a matter of
office procedures, reproduce and retain copies of FAA Form 8610‑2
and documented evidence presented by the applicant. The inspector will:
(a) Evaluate the experience documents and verify them, if
necessary.
(b) Have the applicant complete FAA Form 8610‑2
(two originals). (See Figures 6‑2A, 6‑2B, 6‑2D, 6‑2E,
6‑3A, and 6‑3B.) Provide a copy of Figure 6‑1 to
the applicant. Instruct the applicant to detach, if necessary, and read the “Privacy Act” area of FAA Form 8610‑2.
(c) Review FAA Form 8610‑2 for completeness,
sign and complete block V of FAA Form 8610‑2 (both
originals), and return them if the applicant meets the experience requirements.
Return all experience documents to the applicant. Both original FAA Form 8610‑2
applications must be retained by the applicant to present to a TPE or inspector
for the oral and practical tests.
Note: The
block V endorsement must not be restricted to a specific field office or
region.
(d) Only Maintenance or Avionics inspectors who hold the
mechanic certificate with airframe and/or powerplant ratings are authorized to
review and endorse block V of FAA Form 8610‑2.
(2) For the DME: Applicants attending or graduating from an
approved AMTS.
(a) Graduates from AMTSs Having Affiliated DMEs. These
individuals need not present the graduation certificate or certificate of
completion appropriate to rating sought to the local inspector before taking
the computer knowledge test and oral and practical tests provided:
1. The AMTS has an affiliated computerized testing center and
an affiliated DME, and the affiliated examiners give the tests.
2. The AMTS has established a procedure acceptable to the managing
FSDO having jurisdiction over the AMTS. This procedure will require the AMTS to
provide a certified list of graduates to the FSDO and to each of the AMTS’s
affiliated computerized testing centers, and DMEs. The list must be available
before the computerized testing center or DMEs administering the appropriate
test(s). The AMTS will maintain and provide a current list of affiliated
computerized testing centers and DMEs to the FSDO.
3. The AMTS’s certified list must contain the names and
addresses of graduates, graduation dates, and the curriculum from which the
applicant graduated (e.g., airframe, powerplant, or airframe and powerplant
combined). The list will reflect a statement certifying these graduates and
will be signed and dated by an authorized AMTS official.
Note: Graduates
taking the written or oral and practical tests from examiners, other than those
affiliated with the AMTS, must present a graduation certificate or certificate
of completion to the managing FAA office. This also applies to nonaffiliated
computerized testing centers. (The inspector must review the documents,
complete block V and sign it. This authorizes the AMTS graduate to be
tested by an examiner other than an AMTS affiliated examiner.)
4. Affiliated AMTS DMEs may administer oral and practical
tests to graduates/applicants, without an FAA signature in block V of FAA Form 8610‑2
only when a graduation certificate or certificate of completion is presented
and the AMTS provides the DME with the certified list of graduates.
5. Applicants must complete FAA Form 8610‑2
(both originals).
6. Affiliated DMEs are required to review FAA Form 8610‑2
to determine and assure that it is complete and correct, and should verify the
applicant meets the requirements of
part 65, §§ 65.11,
65.12,
and 65.71, before issuing FAA Form 8060‑4. The applicant
will present appropriate computerized test report(s). All sections of the
computer knowledge test must have been passed within the previous 24 calendar‑months
except when the applicant is authorized to take an early oral and practical
test by
part 65, § 65.80.
(b) Taking Oral and Practical Tests Before Computer Knowledge
Tests. AMTS students may be authorized by the managing FSDO to take the oral
and practical tests before the computer knowledge test in accordance with § 65.80.
1. Each student must complete the front of FAA Form 8610‑2
(both originals). FAA Form 8610‑2 must show the AMTS’s name and
location (block II, item D1), AMTS’s certificate number (block II,
item D2), curriculum in which student is enrolled (block II,
item D3), and graduation date (block II, item D4). Applicants
should not check block II, item D, “Graduate
of Approved Course.”
2. AMTSs must show that each student is in the final phase of
training and has maintained satisfactory progress at the school.
Note: The
student must be within 45 calendar-days of completing that phase of the
curriculum. If enrolled in the Airframe only or Powerplant only, must have
completed the General and be within 45 calendar-days of completion for the
Airframe or Powerplant. If the applicant is enrolled in the Powerplant, and has
completed the General and Airframe, he or she must be within 45 calendar-days
of completion of the Powerplant curriculum. If the student is enrolled in the
combined Airframe and Powerplant, he or she must be within 45 calendar-days
of completion of the complete curriculum for the combined Airframe and
Powerplant, has made satisfactory progress, and is prepared for the test. The
proper AMTS official must complete block II, item E, (1) and (2).
3. Inspectors must complete block II, item F, (1), (2), (3),
and (4). The FAA authorization expiration date must not be later than the
anticipated graduation date. Process the completed file through the managing
FSDO. (The managing FSDO has authorized testing of any student by a
nonaffiliated DME by completing block II, item F, (1), (2), (3), and
(4).)
(3) For the DPRE: Senior, Master, Added ratings and Military.
(a) Senior parachute rigger applicants for an original
certificate must show proof to an inspector or a DPRE of having passed the
parachute rigger computer knowledge test (RIG) by presenting a computerized
test report. (See Figure 6‑3G.)
(b) Master parachute rigger applicants for an original
certificate:
1. An applicant who does not hold a senior certificate must
show proof to an inspector or a DPRE of having passed the RIG by presenting a
computerized test report.
2. An applicant who holds a senior certificate must present
the airman certificate to the examiner. No knowledge test is required.
(c) Adding a Rating. An applicant must present his or her
senior or master certificate to the examiner. No knowledge test is required.
(d) Military Parachute Riggers. Current and former military
parachute riggers may be tested in accordance with 14 CFR
part 65, § 65.117
at a computer testing center.
d.
Retests. When application is made for a retest after failure of a
previous test or incomplete test, the applicant must:
(1) Complete FAA Form 8610‑2 (both originals)
in accordance with the instructions furnished by the TPE or inspector.
Note: FAA Form 8610‑2,
block V does not need to be signed by an inspector if a copy of the
original FAA Form 8610‑2 (with authorizing signature) is
attached to the file.
(2) Present an appropriate computerized test report. All
sections of the computer knowledge tests must have been passed within the
previous 24 calendar-months.
(3) Present his or her original of FAA Form 8610‑2
from the previous oral and practical tests showing the sections or Areas of Operation
failed, not completed, or for which passing credit has expired (mechanic
applicants only).
(4) If the retest is within 30 calendar-days of the
previous test, present a statement by a person authorized in
part 65, § 65.19
that the applicant received additional instruction for each subject failed and
the applicant is ready for retesting. This statement of training is required only
when the applicant failed portions of the test. This statement of training is
not required for Subject Areas not completed on the previous test. (See Figures 6‑2N
and 6‑3G.)
e.
Test in All Required Areas. Test applicants for retest in all areas of the oral and/or
practical tests in the section(s) or Area(s) of Operation listed as failed,
that was/were not taken, or that has/have expired.
(1) For the DME: Applicants who apply for retesting within
60 calendar-days to the same DME who gave the failed test may, at the
option of the DME, be tested in only the Subject Areas failed on the previous
test provided applicant has successfully passed all other Subject Areas within
that section. (New questions and practical projects may be included in the
retest.) Retest practical projects must be at the same level as failed.
(2) For the DPRE: Applicants who apply for retesting within
60 calendar-days to the same DPRE who administered the failed test may, at
the option of the DPRE, be tested in only the Task(s) failed or that were not
taken on the previous test, provided the applicant has successfully passed all
other tasks.
Note: During a
retest and at the discretion of the DPRE, any Task may be re‑evaluated,
including those previously passed.
11. Evaluating Applicant Performance. Do not expect an applicant to be competent in all phases of
overhaul, maintenance, alteration, and repair, or be highly skillful in
performing complex manipulative operations. However, expect the applicant to
have developed basic skills and be able to demonstrate them during the
practical test. Inform the applicant of the level of performance expected
before beginning each project. DMEs can find the required performance levels in
the PTS. DPREs should inform their applicants that they must demonstrate an approval
for return to service proficiency on the assigned tasks.
a.
For the DME. When it becomes obvious during the test that an applicant
cannot perform at an acceptable level and has already failed:
(1) Section. When it becomes obvious during the test that an
applicant cannot perform at an acceptable level and has already failed several Subject
Areas in a section, the DME may discontinue testing in that section and go on
to the next section. In some cases, however, it may be advantageous to continue
to the end of the section so the applicant will know his/her strengths and
weaknesses when preparing for retest. After terminating testing in a section,
the DME will make an appropriate note in the “REMARKS” area on the reverse side
of FAA Form 8610‑2.
(2) Subject Area. When it becomes obvious during the test that
an applicant cannot perform at an acceptable level and has failed a Subject
Area, the DME may discontinue testing in that Subject Area and go on to the
next Subject Area. The DME or the applicant may discontinue the testing any
time after the failure of a Subject Area. Several Subject Areas may be
evaluated during an assigned practical project. In any case, the applicant is
entitled to credit for only those Subject Areas satisfactorily completed.
Note: After terminating testing in
a Subject Area, the DME will correctly score the Subject Area and make an
appropriate note in the “REMARKS” area on the reverse side of
FAA Form 8610‑2.
b.
For the DPRE. When it becomes obvious during the test that an applicant
cannot perform at an acceptable level and has already failed:
(1) Area of Operation. When it is obvious during the test that
an applicant cannot perform acceptably and has already failed an Area of Operation,
the DPRE may discontinue testing in that Area of Operation and go to the next.
There is no maximum number of projects the DPRE may evaluate in an Area of Operation.
In some cases it may be advantageous to complete an already failed test so the
applicant will know his or her strengths and weaknesses when preparing for a
retest
(2) Tasks. When evaluating an Area of Operation with more than
one Task assigned and it becomes obvious during the test that an applicant
cannot perform at an acceptable level and has already failed one of the
assigned Tasks, the DPRE may discontinue testing in that Area of Operation or
go on with the next Task. The DPRE or the applicant may discontinue the testing
any time after the failure of a Task. In any case, the applicant is entitled to
credit for only those Tasks satisfactorily completed.
Note: If testing
for a certificate/rating was terminated, the DPRE will make an appropriate note
listing the Area(s) of Operation and associated Task(s) failed, or not
completed, in the “REMARKS” area on the reverse side of the
Form 8610‑2.
c.
Standards. Include the following standards in TPE observations for
evaluating applicant performance:
(1) Approach to the project; proper information and tools;
preparation of the equipment; and observation of safety precautions;
(2) Cleaning, preparing, and protecting parts; skill in handling
tools; thoroughness and cleanliness;
(3) The functions of the units or systems of the assigned
project; use of current maintenance and/or overhaul procedures;
(4) Final inspection for safety and operation;
(5) Completion of required forms and records;
(6) Application of appropriate rules; and
(7) Attitude toward safety, manufacturer’s recommendations, and
acceptable industry practices.
12. Conducting the Tests.
a.
Conducting the Oral Test.
(1) Oral questioning may be used at any time during the
practical test.
(a) For the DME: Ask at least four questions in each Subject
Area. These questions should be from more than one element listed under Objective 1
in the PTS for that Subject Area. The applicant must be able to answer
successfully 70 percent of the oral questions asked in each Subject Area.
Each Subject Area must be passed in order to pass a section.
Note: Use no
more than 10 questions to evaluate a Subject Area.
(b) For the DPRE: At minimum, quiz the applicant on each
knowledge element for each objective in a selected Task. The minimum passing
grade is 70 percent of the number of knowledge questions asked in each
selected Task. Applicants must pass each Task to pass the Area of Operation.
The DPRE is not required to use oral questions for skill‑only tasks.
(2) An applicant’s answers to oral questions must show an
understanding of the subject and ability to apply knowledge. Do not allow an
applicant’s skill of oral expression or ability to memorize details affect oral
test evaluation. If necessary, additional exploratory questions may be used to verify
the applicant’s understanding of the subject area, but will not be considered
as part of the test.
(3) To determine if the oral questions are answered correctly,
the TPE must be able to reference information (e.g., manufacturer’s data, ACs,
CFR). The TPE must be objective in making the determination.
(4) Although the answers to the oral questions should be
available in the CFRs, manufacturer’s maintenance data, or other aviation
related data, the applicant must be able to answer successfully all oral questions
without the use of any reference materials.
b.
Conducting the Practical Test.
(1) For the DME: All Subject Areas required for the rating
sought must be tested; however, the examiner is not required to test every
element in each Subject Area.
(a) In Subject Areas where core competency is identified
(Objective 2 of the Subject Area), the examiner must test the applicant on
the core competency element and at least one other skill element selected from
Objective 3 of the Subject Area. The applicant must pass each Subject Area
to pass a section. The DME may combine two or more Subject Areas within a
practical project as needed to facilitate testing. However, the DME must be
able to make an objective determination of an applicant’s performance in each
Subject Area tested.
(b) The DME must personally observe all practical projects
performed by the applicant.
(c) The DME must determine if the applicant’s project is
acceptable. Be objective in making this determination. The applicant must be
able to demonstrate satisfactory proficiency and competency using basic
aircraft mechanic skills. The applicant must demonstrate an approval for return
to service standard, where applicable, and demonstrate the ability to locate
and apply the required reference materials, where applicable. For instances
where an approval for return to service standard cannot be achieved, the
applicant must be able to explain why the return to service standard cannot be
met (e.g., when tolerances are outside of a product’s limitations).
(d) The DME must provide all tools, equipment, and reference
materials for the Subject Area elements selected. These materials must include,
but are not limited to: 14 CFR, TCDSs, Airworthiness Directives (AD), ACs,
manufacturer’s technical and parts manuals, service information, and any other
instructions and/or reference materials that are necessary for the objective
accomplishment of the assigned Subject Area element(s). All reference material
must be unmarked and in good condition. The applicant’s use of other reference
material, not provided by the DME, is prohibited. Use of non-programmable
calculators is permitted where appropriate. Applicants may use personal tools
and equipment at the discretion of the DME.
(2) For the DPRE: The DPRE must test the applicant in each Area
of Operation that corresponds with each certificate and/or rating the applicant
seeks.
(a) In areas where a selected Task is identified, the examiner
must test the applicant on that Task and may select additional Tasks, if
necessary. DPREs must evaluate all selected Tasks in their entirety. The
applicant must pass each Area of Operation required for the rating(s) sought.
(b) The DPRE may combine Areas of Operation and/or Tasks, as
needed, to facilitate the applicant in taking the test.
(c) The DPRE must physically observe all Tasks the applicant
performs.
(d) The DPRE must objectively determine if the applicant’s
project is acceptable. The applicant must demonstrate proficiency and
competence using basic skills. Where applicable, the applicant must demonstrate
an approval for return to service standard, and the ability to locate and apply
the required reference materials. For instances where an approval for return to
service standard is not achievable, the applicant must explain why the standard
cannot be met (e.g., tolerances that are outside the manufacturer’s
limitations).
(e) The DPRE must provide all tools, equipment, and reference
materials to support the test. These materials must include, but are not
limited to, 14 CFR, ADs, ACs, manufacturer’s technical and parts manuals,
service information, and any other instructions and/or reference material that
are necessary for the objective accomplishment of the assigned Task(s). All
reference material must be unmarked and in good condition. The applicant may
not use reference material the DPRE has not provided. The applicant may use
nonprogrammable calculators where appropriate. Applicants may use personal
tools and equipment at the discretion of the DPRE.
(f) Examiners must conduct the oral and practical test as
follows:
1. Original Issuance of a Senior Rigger Certificate. The DPRE
must select at least one Task from each Area of Operation, except Area VII. In Area
III, the DPRE will select the corresponding packing Task for each rating the
applicant requests.
2. Original Issuance of a Master Rigger Certificate to a
Noncertificated Applicant (Applicant Not Holding a Senior Certificate). The
DPRE must select at least two type rating Tasks from Area of Operation III, two
Tasks from Area VII, and at least one Task from each of the other Areas.
3. Original Issuance of a Master Rigger Certificate to the
Holder of a Senior Certificate. If the senior applicant holds two or more
ratings and is not requesting any additional rating(s), the DPRE must select
one Task from each Area of Operation, except in Area VII where two Tasks are
required. In Area III, the DPRE should select one of the alternate packing Tasks,
item E, F, or G. The DPRE may, at his/her discretion, require the applicant to
demonstrate the packing of any type rating the applicant currently holds. If
the senior applicant holds one rating, the DPRE must select one Task from each
of the Areas of Operation, except in Area VII where two Tasks are required.
From Area III the examiner must select the Task for the type rating the
applicant is seeking.
4. Additional Ratings. For an added rating to either a senior
or master certificate, the DPRE must test the applicant from Area of Operation III
on the added rating sought. The DPRE may, at his/her discretion, require the
applicant to demonstrate any additional Task(s) appropriate to the added rating
sought.
13. Test Planning Sheets Are Required for Each Oral and
Practical Test Given. Forward test
planning sheets to the managing FAA office with the certification file.
Retention of test planning sheets by the managing FAA office is in accordance
with
FAA Order 1350.15, Records Organization, Transfer, and Destruction
Standards. An example of a planning sheet is included in Figure 6‑4.
Planning sheets developed by the examiner, must contain the information
included in the Figure 6‑4 example (both sides). The managing FAA
office may also require additional information on the planning sheets. Mark the
planning sheets for each knowledge (oral) element question and skill
(practical) element project that will be assigned. If the planning sheet in Figure 6‑4
is used, the TPE must make copies of both sides.
Note: The
applicant’s signature on the planning sheet only verifies the test was given to
the applicant and the test times and dates listed are accurate, and the TPE
should explain the significance of the signature on the planning sheet.
14. Recording the Results of Tests. Record the results of oral and practical tests on the reverse
side of FAA Form 8610‑2.
a.
For the DME. When the applicant has demonstrated an acceptable level of
competence, workmanship, and safety in each subject area, check the “PASS” box
for that portion of the section (oral or practical test) and enter the
expiration date. If the applicant fails, check the “FAIL” box, but do not enter
an expiration date when the applicant fails the section. Make all entries in
permanent dark ink. See section 2, paragraph 17 for procedures to
follow if an applicant fails.
(1) The expiration date for each oral and practical test
section is 24 calendar-months after the section is passed. (Example: A
test section passed on any day in August 2007 will expire on 08/31/2009.)
(2) Do not code any knowledge (oral) element questions or skill
(practical) element projects on the reverse side of FAA Form 8610‑2
unless the oral or practical test in a section has been failed.
b.
For the DPRE. Record the final results of oral and practical tests on the
reverse side of
Form 8610‑2. When the applicant has demonstrated an
acceptable level of competence, workmanship, and safety, check the “Pass” box for that rating, or check the
“Fail” box if the applicant has
not demonstrated an acceptable level of competence. Make all entries in
permanent ink. See section 2, paragraph 17, for procedures to follow
if an applicant fails.
Note: For an
incomplete test with no failed task(s), do not check “Pass” or “Fail.”
15. When the Applicant Passes. When the applicant has passed all the required sections of
both the oral and practical tests, the TPE who administered the test must:
a.
Complete reverse side of FAA Form 8610‑2
as follows:
(1) Date. Enter the date the test was completed, sign the form,
and enter his/her designation number in the spaces provided on the reverse of
FAA Form 8610‑2 (both originals).
(2) Applicant’s Certification. At the time the temporary airman
certificate is issued, require the applicant to complete the “Applicant’s Certification” area on the
reverse side of FAA Form 8610‑2 (both originals), following the
Designated Examiners Report. Use the “Applicant’s
Certification” area to verify the applicant still meets the conditions
and requirements of §§ 65.11 and
65.12.
Note: At the
time of issuance of FAA Form 8060‑4, the inspector and/or the
TPE must request a telephone number where the applicant may be reached during
the next 120 calendar-days in the event of application problems. The
telephone number must be recorded in the “Remarks”
area on the back of the application. If a telephone number is not available,
write “No Telephone.”
b.
Original. Give one original of FAA Form 8610‑2 to the
applicant.
c.
Temporary Airman Certificate. Prepare FAA Form 8060‑4, Temporary Airman
Certificate, unless otherwise directed by the managing FAA office. (See Figures 6‑2L
to 6‑2M and Figures 6‑3H to 6‑3J.) Issue the duplicate
copy to the applicant. Forward the original typed copy with the certification
file to the managing FAA office. Ensure FAA Form 8060‑4
reflects the applicant’s current information. Changes involving the applicant’s
name, gender, nationality (including dual citizenship), and/or date of birth
must be referred to the managing FAA office.
(1) Entries for the applicant’s copy may be printed in ink;
however, a typed original, signed by the issuing TPE, must accompany the
certification file, which must be forwarded to the managing FAA office. The
applicant need not sign the copy sent to the managing FAA office.
(2) The Airmen Certification Branch (AFS-760) will issue all
original airman certificates with a unique certificate number during the
processing of the airman file. The airman’s Social Security Number (SSN) can
still be collected on FAA Form 8610‑2, but the word “Pending” must be placed in the
certificate number block III of FAA Form 8060‑4. If the
airman does not wish to provide his or her SSN to the FAA, the applicant must
place the words “Do not use” in
the SSN block of the application. Airman certificates presently using the SSN
as a certificate number will continue to be issued with that number unless the
applicant requests a unique number. If the airman requests a unique number when
applying for an added rating, the word “Pending”
must be placed in the certificate number block of FAA Form 8060‑4.
d.
Authorized under § 65.80 (Mechanic
Applicants Only). If the applicant has
been authorized under § 65.80 to take the oral and practical tests before
the computer knowledge tests and passes them:
(1) Give the applicant a completed and signed original of
FAA Form 8610‑2. This original will be needed when the
applicant applies for a certificate after passing the computer knowledge tests.
(2) Send the applicant’s other signed original of FAA Form 8610‑2
to the managing FSDO within 7 calendar-days. The FSDO will forward the file to
AFS‑760.
(3) Do not issue FAA Form 8060‑4.
(4) When the applicant passes the airman knowledge tests, the
applicant may present the computerized test report(s) along with an original of
FAA Form 8610‑2 to the nearest FSDO or an appropriately rated DME.
At that time, an FAA Form 8060‑4 will be issued with the
appropriate ratings. The applicant must complete and sign the “Applicant’s Certification” area. The “Applicant’s Certification” area and the
“FAA Inspector’s Report” area are
the only entries required. AFS-760 is aware of testing procedures for
applicants under § 65.80. Give the applicant a machine copy of the
original FAA Form 8610‑2 (for use in case the certification
file is lost).
(5) The typed original FAA Form 8060‑4, the
computerized test report(s), and the original of FAA Form 8610‑2 will be forwarded to the managing FAA
office within 7 calendar-days after completion of the file.
e.
Assignment of Seal Symbol – DPRE Only. At the time of initial certification, each parachute rigger
will be assigned an identification seal symbol. A FSDO in need of seal symbols
will contact AFS‑760 and request seal symbols. AFS‑760 will send
them a list of seal symbols that can be assigned.
Note: When the
current supply of FAA Form 3318, Parachute Rigger Seal Symbol
Assignment Card, has been used, FAA Form 3318 will be discontinued.
16. Applicants Under 18 Years of Age. An applicant who meets the requirements of
part 65,
except for
part 65, § 65.71(a)(1) or 65.113, may take the oral and practical tests. For applicants
under 18 years of age who have been authorized to take the oral and practical
tests and passes them, the temporary certificate will not be issued until the
applicant’s 18th birthday. For applicants under 18 years of age:
a.
FAA Form 8060‑4. Do not issue FAA Form 8060‑4.
b.
FAA Form 8610‑2. On the reverse side of FAA Form 8610‑2,
under the “Remarks” area put the following statement: The applicant is under
18 years of age. Temporary certificate was not issued. (See Figures 6‑2J
and 6‑3E.)
c.
FAA Form 8610‑2 FAA
Office Original. Send one original of
FAA Form 8610‑2 to the managing FAA office.
d.
FAA Form 8610‑2
Applicant Original. Give the applicant one
original (completed and signed) of FAA Form 8610‑2 and the
computerized test report(s).
e.
Issuance of FAA Form 8060‑4.
Instruct the applicant that upon reaching
18 years of age, the applicant may present their original of FAA Form 8610‑2
and the computerized test reports(s), to the nearest FAA office or
appropriately rated TPE, whereupon an FAA Form 8060‑4 will be
issued with appropriate ratings. At this time, the applicant certification on
the FAA Form 8610‑2 must be completed.
f.
Applicant Certification Area. When the applicant reaches 18 years of age and
presents the appropriate documents, the inspector or TPE must forward the typed
original FAA Form 8060‑4; FAA Form 8610‑2 after
the applicant signs the “Applicant’s
Certification” area (this is the original that was returned to the
applicant at the time certification testing was completed); and the
computerized test report(s), to the managing FAA office within 7 calendar-days
after completion of the file. The “Applicant’s
Certification” area and the “FAA Inspector’s Report” area are the only entries allowed. AFS-760 is aware of
testing procedures for applicants less than 18 years of age. The inspector
or TPE must make a copy of the completed FAA Form 8610‑2 for
the applicant’s records.
17. When the Applicant Fails. When the applicant has failed all or any part of the oral
and practical tests:
a.
Give a Completed and Signed Original of
FAA Form 8610‑2 to the Applicant. The form will serve as notification of the areas passed,
failed, or not completed, and the form must be presented to a TPE for retest.
Identify the Subject Area(s)/section(s) or Task(s)/Area(s) of Operation failed
and record them in the “Remarks”
block on the reverse side of the FAA
Form 8610‑2. Use these subject areas/sections
or tasks/Areas of Operation for reference when receiving additional instruction
and when the FAA Form 8610‑2 is presented for a retest.
Note: For retest
procedures see section 2, paragraph 10d.
b.
Return to the Applicant:
(1) The computerized test report(s).
(2) FAA Form 8610‑2 (original) from all
previously failed oral and practical tests.
c.
Send the Certification File to the Managing
FAA Office.
Note: Do not
hold the file until retesting.
18. Disposition of Files.
TPEs must carefully check the FAA Form 8610‑2
to ensure that
all entries have been properly made. Have the applicant sign their copy of the
FAA Form 8060‑4. Check the complete certification file before
the applicant departs from the testing area.
a.
Attachments. Check the boxes for each required attachment on the reverse
side of FAA Form 8610‑2. Record the number of documents in
parenthesis following the attachment’s name. (See Figures 6‑2F to 6‑2K
and Figures 6‑3C to 6‑3F.) The FAA cannot issue a permanent airman
certificate unless all required documents are completed and on file to support
the issuance of the certificate. AFS‑760 will return files without
supporting information or required documents.
b.
Files. Files must be forwarded to the managing FAA office within 7 calendar-days.
The managing FAA office will forward the files to Airmen Certification Branch (AFS‑760),
P.O. Box 25082, Oklahoma City, OK 73125‑4940.
c.
Retain Copy. The TPE is encouraged to keep a copy of the FAA Form 8610‑2
for a record of oral and practical tests administered.
d.
Applicant Passes. If the applicant passes, the TPE must provide the
following:
(1) To the managing FAA office:
(b) Computerized test report(s);
(c) FAA Form 8060‑4 (typed original);
(d) AC Form 8060‑1 superseded if test is for
added rating;
(e) If retest, statement complying with
part 65, § 65.19(b),
if retest is within 30 calendar-days of previous test;
(f) Test Planning sheets; and
(g) If applicable, any attachments (e.g., a statement of
additional instruction, directions to the applicants place of residence, or any
of attachments required by section 2, paragraph 14).
(2) To the applicant:
(a) FAA Form 8060‑4 (duplicate) if the managing
FAA office has authorized the DME to issue FAA Form 8060‑4; and
(b) Original FAA Form 8610‑2 (second copy).
e.
Applicant Fails. If the applicant fails, the TPE must provide the following:
(1) To the managing FAA office:
(b) If retest, statement complying with § 65.19(b), if
retest is within 30 calendar-days of previous test; and
(c) Test planning sheet.
(2) To the applicant:
(b) Computerized test report(s); and
(c) If retest, FAA Form 8610‑2 (original) from
previously failed test(s).
f.
Files. See the appropriate paragraphs of this order for handling
of files for applicants who are under 18 years of age (section 2,
paragraph 16) or who take the oral and practical tests before the computer
knowledge tests under the provisions of § 65.80. (See
section 2,
paragraph 15.)
19. Issuance of FAA Form 8060‑4 by a TPE When Oral
and Practical Tests are Not Administered.
a.
New FAA
Form 8610‑2. A new FAA Form 8610‑2 is not required in
the following instance:
(1) The applicant was under 18 years of age when the required
tests were passed. (See § 65.71(a)(1) or 65.113.)
b.
The applicant passed the oral and
practical tests before taking the computer knowledge tests. (See § 65.80.)
c.
Determine the Required Tests Were
Passed. When an applicant requests an
airman certificate based on passing the tests under any of the conditions
listed in section 2, paragraph 15, carefully determine the required
tests were passed during a 24 calendar-month period. (See § 65.71(a)(3).)
d.
Complete Reverse Side of FAA Form 8610‑2.
Require the applicant to complete the “Applicant’s Certification” area on the
reverse side of FAA Form 8610‑2 following the “Designated Examiner’s Report.” The “Applicant’s Certification” area is used
to verify the applicant still meets the conditions and requirements of §§ 65.11
and 65.12.
e.
Entries Above the Examiner’s Signature
on FAA Form 8610‑2. The inspector
or TPE issuing FAA Form 8060‑4 and submitting the file must not
make any entries above the examiner’s signature on the reverse side of
FAA Form 8610‑2 (with the exception of the “Remarks” area). At this time, make the
applicant a machine copy (for use in case the certification file is lost).
f.
Applicant Meets §§ 65.71 or 65.113.
If the applicant meets § 65.71
or 65.113 for the certificate requested, the TPE must provide the
following:
(1) To the managing FAA office:
(b) Computerized test report(s); and
(c) FAA Form 8060‑4 (typed original).
(2) To the applicant:
(a) FAA Form 8060‑4 (duplicate); and
(b) A machine copy of the original FAA Form 8610‑2
(for use in case the certification file is lost).
20. Reconstruction of a Lost Certification File.
a.
Copy of FAA Form 8610‑2
and FAA Form 8060‑4. A
copy of the original FAA Form 8610‑2 and
FAA Form 8060‑4 with signature on both forms is required. If no
copy exists, the information that appeared on the original application must be
provided on a new FAA Form 8610‑2 and FAA Form 8060‑4
complete with signatures (applicant, examiner, and inspector).
b.
Duplicate Reports. AFS-760 will furnish the duplicate test report(s) provided
they are furnished with the approximate date(s) and location(s) of the computer
knowledge test(s).
c.
Reconstructed File. In the upper right hand block of FAA Form 8610‑2
the wording “Reconstructed File”
must appear in RED ink.
d.
Forward Certification File. All information regarding the certification file must be
forwarded through the FSDO or IFO to: FAA, Attn: Airmen Certification Branch
(AFS‑760), P.O. Box 25082, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-4940.
Figure 6‑1, Instructions for Completing
FAA Form 8610‑2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application
1. Procedures
for Completing FAA Form 8610‑2. This figure explains the
procedures to be followed when applicants, TPEs, and inspectors complete FAA Form 8610‑2.
a.
FAA Form 8610‑2. The TPE or inspector must provide FAA Form 8610‑2
to the applicant.
b.
Two Originals. The applicant must complete two originals of FAA Form 8610‑2
before testing begins.
c.
Detailed Instructions. The TPE or inspector must give detailed instruction(s) for
correctly completing FAA Form 8610‑2.
Note: The
inspector or TPE must copy Figure 6‑1 and provide it to the
applicant until FAA Form 8610‑2 is revised with written
instructions attached.
d.
Use Permanent Dark Ink or Use a
Typewriter. All entries on FAA Form 8610‑2 must be made with permanent dark ink or
typewritten.
Note: When you
make a correction, cross out, and initial the mistake. Do not use correction
fluid (white out) or correction tape.
e.
Signatures. All signatures must be original, in dark ink, with name
printed in dark ink or typewritten below or beside the signature.
f.
Eight‑Digit Numeric Characters. All dates must be
entered using eight digit numeric characters (e.g., 05/05/2002). (Month, Day,
Year.) (The dates must not be entered as May 5, 2002 or 05/05/02.)
2.
Privacy Act. The TPE or inspector must advise the applicant to read the
“Privacy Act” on FAA Form 8610‑2. The Privacy Act must be removed before FAA
Form 8610‑2 is used. (See box above.)
3. Complete
the Top Section. The applicant must complete the top section of FAA Form 8610‑2.
(See box above.)
a.
“Mechanic” and “Parachute Rigger” Boxes. The applicant
must check the appropriate box.
b.
Ratings Box(es). The applicant must check the appropriate box(es) for the
rating(s) sought (e.g., Airframe and/or Powerplant or Senior/Master, Seat,
Back, Chest, and/or Lap).
c.
Check Original Issuance or Added Rating
Box. The applicant must check either the
“ORIGINAL ISSUANCE” or the “ADDED RATING” box. The “ADDED RATING” box will only
be checked when the applicant has an airman certificate and is actually adding
a rating to that certificate.
Note: Line
through the rating(s) not applied for unless it is currently held by the
applicant. (For an example, see Figures 6‑2A and 6‑3A.)
4. Block I—Applicant
Information. The TPE or inspector must warn the applicant to read the fine
print. (See box above.)
a.
Item A—Name (First, Middle, Last).
(1) The applicant must enter his or her legal name. The
applicant’s name must not be changed on the subsequent FAA Form 8610‑2
unless it is done in accordance with
part 65, § 65.16. If the
applicant’s name exceeds the number of characters allowed (50, including
spaces), AFS-760, will make necessary changes to allow for computer acceptance.
(2) If the applicant has no middle name, the applicant must
enter “NMI” (no middle initial) or “NMN” (no middle name).
(3) If the applicant has initial(s) only, the applicant must
enter those initials and then enter “Initial
Only.”
(4) If the applicant is a junior, III, IV, etc., the applicant
will so indicate.
Note: If the
applicant already has an FAA airman certificate, the name on FAA Form
8610‑2
must be the same as the name on the FAA airman certificate unless it is changed
in accordance with § 65.16.
b.
Item B—SSN.
(1)
Disclosure of the SSN is optional (see “Privacy Act”). However, item B cannot be left blank.
(2) The applicant must either enter his or her SSN or enter one
of the following notations: “Do Not Use.”
or “None.”
c.
Item C—D.O.B. (Mo., Day, Yr.).
(1) The applicant must enter all dates using eight digit
numeric characters (e.g., 07/09/1965). (Month, Day, Year.) (The dates must not
be entered as July 9, 1965 or 07/09/65.)
(2) The TPE or inspector must verify the date of birth
(D.O.B.). The D.O.B is a problem area.
(3) If the applicant has other FAA certificate(s), the TPE or
inspector must verify that the “D.O.B.” is the same as that entered on the
FAA Form 8610‑2.
d.
Item D—Height.
(1) The applicant must enter his or her height in inches.
(Example: If the applicant were 5’ 9,” the applicant would enter “69.”
(2) The applicant will use whole inches only. (Use no
fractions.)
e.
Item E—Weight.
(1) The applicant must enter his or her weight in pounds.
(2) The applicant will use whole pounds only. (Use no
fractions.)
f.
Item F—Hair.
(1) The applicant must spell out the color of his or her hair
or use an abbreviation that cannot be confused with another color.
(2) Acceptable hair colors are brown, black, blonde, gray, and
red.
(3) If the applicant is bald, enter “Bald.”
(4) If the applicant is wearing a wig or toupee, enter the
color of hair under the wig or toupee.
g.
Item G—Eyes.
(1) The applicant must spell out the color of his/her eyes or
use an abbreviation that cannot be confused with another color.
(2) Acceptable eye colors are brown, black, blue, hazel, gray,
and green.
h.
Item H—Sex.
(1) If the applicant is a male, he will enter “M.”
(2) If the applicant is a female, she will enter “F.”
i.
Item I—Nationality (Citizenship).
(1) The applicant must enter the country in which he or she
maintains citizenship.
(2) The applicant’s nationality must be one of the contracting
states of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), which can be
found on the ICAO Web site at
http://www.icao.int/cgi/goto_m.pl?cgi/statesDB4.pl?en.
(Stateless is acceptable, if appropriate.)
(3) Dual citizenship will be accepted. Because of limited space
on the permanent certificate, only show one citizenship reference under “Nationality.” Annotate dual citizenship
in the “REMARKS” area. (Example: Citizenship: U.S.A./Canada.) The other will be
shown as a limitation on the certificate (e.g., dual citizenship includes Canada).
j.
Item J—Place of Birth.
(1) If the applicant was born in the United States, the
applicant must enter the city and state.
(2) If the city is unknown, enter the county and state.
(3) If the applicant was born outside of the United States, the applicant must enter the name of the city and country, or province and country.
If the applicant was not born in a city and country or a province and country,
(e.g., Middle of Atlantic Ocean on the HMS Queen Victoria), that information
must be entered in the “Remarks”
area.
k.
Item K—Permanent Mailing Address.
(1) Number And Street, P.O. Box, Etc.—The applicant must enter
this information above the first dotted line. This information must not exceed
33 characters, including spaces.
(2) City—The applicant must enter this information above the
second dotted line. The city name must not exceed 17 characters, including
spaces. When necessary, the applicant must abbreviate the address (not to
exceed 17 characters, including spaces).
(3) State—The applicant must enter this information above the
third dotted line.
(4) Zip Code—The applicant must enter this information above
the third dotted line.
Note: These
directions are not required for APO/FPO type addresses. A post office address
is not acceptable for the purpose of applying for an airman certificate, unless
the applicant resides on a rural route, a boat, or in some other manner that
requires the use of a post office box or rural route for an address. This also
includes business addresses, flight school addresses, a personal mail box
(PMB), commercial addresses, or other mail drops. The airman may use these
addresses as their preferred mailing address; however, the applicant must also
include their residence address, map, or written directions to their physical
address.
l.
Item L—Have You Ever Had an Airman
Certificate Suspended or Revoked?
(1) The applicant must check either the “Yes” box or the “No” box. (A student pilot certificate
is a pilot certificate.)
(3) If the TPE or applicant does not understand the requirements
of
part 65 as it applies to a particular situation, contact the managing FSDO or IFO for clarification and assistance.
m.
Item M—Do You Now or Have You Ever Held
an FAA Airman Certificate?
(1) The applicant must check either the “Yes” box or the “No” box.
(2) If the applicant checks the “Yes” box, the applicant must make an entry by the “Specify Type” area.
(3) The types of certificates that must be entered in the “Specify Type” area are: pilot,
mechanic, repairman, etc. (A student pilot certificate is a pilot certificate.)
Note: An IA,
DME, DPRE, etc., are not FAA certificates.
n.
Item N—Have You Ever Been Convicted for
Violation of Any Federal or State Statutes Pertaining to Narcotic Drugs,
Marijuana, and Depressant or Stimulant Drugs or Substances?
(1) The applicant must check either the “Yes” box or the “No” box.
(2) If the applicant checks the “Yes” box, the applicant must make an entry by the “Date of Final Conviction” area. (See § 65.12.)
(3) If the DME or
applicant does not understand the requirements of
part 65 as it applies to
a particular situation, contact the managing FSDO or IFO for clarification and
assistance.
5.
Block II—Certificate or
Rating Applied for On Basis of — . (See box
above.)
a.
Graduate of AMTS. When the applicant is a graduate of an approved AMTS, the
applicant must complete block II as follows:
(1) Item D—Graduate of Approved Course. The applicant will
check item D, if he or she is a graduate of an AMTS.
(2) Item D(1)—Name and Location of School. The applicant
will enter the name and location of the AMTS, as shown on the graduation
certificate.
(3) Item D(2)—School No. The applicant will enter the AMTS
certificate number.
(4) Item D(3)—Curriculum From Which Graduated. The
applicant will enter the approved curriculum from which he or she graduated, as
shown on the graduation certificate.
Note: To
accommodate those students attending an AMTS having separate curriculums who
choose to complete the Airframe curriculum and the Powerplant curriculum before
testing. Example: The student completes Airframe on 01/15/2002, completes Powerplant
on 10/15/2002, and requests to be tested on 10/20/2002. Item D(3) of the
FAA Form 8610‑2 shows, curriculum completed as “Airframe,” “Powerplant.” The inspector or DME will attach a copy of all
certificates of completion, or make a statement in the “REMARKS” area
indicating the date of completion for all certificates.
(5) Item D(4)—Date. The applicant will enter the date of
graduation or the date on the certificate of completion.
Note: If copies
of applicant’s certificates are attached, enter “see attached” in item D(4). If dates of completion/graduation
are used in the “REMARKS” area, enter “see
remarks” in item D(4).
b.
Authorization to Take the Oral and
Practical Tests. When the applicant wishes
to receive authorization to take the oral and practical tests before taking the
computer knowledge test, the following items must be completed:
(1) Item D—Graduate of Approved Course. The applicant must not
check item D. (The applicant has not graduated from an AMTS.)
(2) Item D(1)—Name and Location of School. The applicant must
enter the name and location of the AMTS.
(3) Item D(2)—School No. The applicant will enter the AMTS
certificate number.
(4) Item D(3)—Curriculum From Which Graduated. The applicant
must enter the approved curriculum from which he or she will graduate.
(5) Item D(4)—Date. The applicant must enter the date he or she
will graduate or when the certificate of completion will be issued. The
applicant must enter all dates using eight digit numeric characters (e.g.,
04/20/2002). (Month, Day, Year.) (The dates must not be entered as April 20,
2002 or 04/20/02.)
(6) Item E—Student Has Made Satisfactory Progress and is
Recommended to Take the Oral/Practical Test (§ 65.80.) An authorized AMTS
official must indicate that the student meets the requirements of § 65.80
by checking item E.
(7) Item E(1)—School Name-NO. An authorized AMTS official
will enter the AMTS’s name and number.
(8) Item E(2)—School Official’s Signature. The authorizing
AMTS official must enter his/her signature above or beside his or her typed or
printed name.
(9) Item F—Special Authorization to Take the Mechanic’s
Oral/Practical Test (§ 65.80). After an inspector has reviewed the AMTS
record and documents of the applicant and is satisfied that the applicant meets
the requirements of § 65.80, item F will be checked.
(10) Item F(1)—Date Auth. The inspector must enter the date of
the authorization.
(11) Item F(2)—Date Auth Expires. The inspector must enter the
date the authorization will expire. The date in item F(2) must never be
subsequent to the date appearing in item D(4). The provision of § 65.80
does not apply after the student graduates.
(12) Item F(3)—FAA Inspector Signature. The inspector must enter
his or her signature above or beside his or her typed or printed name.
(13) Item F(4)—FAA Dist Office. The inspector must enter his or
her FSDO or IFO identification (e.g., EA05, NM04).
Note: DMEs must
not administer the mechanic oral and practical tests before the applicant has
passed the appropriate mechanic written test, unless items D, E, and F are
completed.
c.
When the Applicant is Applying on the
Basis of Experience.
(1) Item A—Civil Experience. If practical experience was gained
in civil activity, the applicant will check item A.
(2) Item B—Military Experience. If practical experience was
gained in military activity, the applicant will check item B.
Note: If
practical experience was gained in both civil activity and military activity,
the applicant will check item A and item B.
(3)
Item C—Letter of Recommendation for Repairman (Attach copy). An
applicant must never check item C.
6. Block III—Record
of Experience. (See box above.)
a.
Item A—Military Competence Obtained In
(Mechanic Applicants). When the applicant
has gained all or part of the required experience in the military, the
following items will be completed:
(1) Item A(1)—Service. The applicant must enter the branch
of service where the experience was gained (e.g., Army, Navy).
(2) Item A(2)—Rank or Pay Level. The applicant must enter
his or her highest rank or pay level.
(3) Item A(3)—Military Specialty Code. The applicant must
enter his or her military specialty code (or equivalent depending on the branch
of military service applicable).
Note: Before an
applicant will be authorized to take an airman computer knowledge test, an
inspector will review the applicant’s documents and records. The applicant’s
documents and records must show that the applicant received the required
experience in civil activity and/or military activity. The inspector will
determine that the applicant is eligible to take the appropriate aviation
mechanic computer knowledge test as required by
part 65, §§ 65.77(a)
and
65.77(b) or the parachute rigger computer knowledge test as required by
part 65,
§§ 65.115,
65.117, and 65.119. The inspector who reviews these
documents must hold a mechanic certificate with an A&P rating.
b.
Item B—Mechanic Applicants Other
Than FAA Certificated School Graduates.
List Experience Relating to Certificate and Rating Applied For. (Continue on
separate sheet, if more space is needed.)
(1) When the applicant’s experience was gained in civil and/or
military activity, the applicant’s experience will be entered in item B. (See §§ 65.77(a)
and 65.77(b).)
(2) The applicant’s experience must meet the requirements
listed in §§ 65.77(a) and
65.77(b).
(3) The inspector must advise applicants that the experience
used to show qualifications must be recorded in item B. The applicant will
enter his or her experience as follows:
(a) Dates—“Month And
Year.” The applicant must enter his or her dates of employment using
eight digit numeric characters (e.g., 01/05/2002). (Month, Day, Year.) (The
dates must not be entered as January 5, 2002 or 01/05/02.) (Please note,
the form does not state the “day”
is required; however, the “day”
is required by AFS‑760.)
(b) “Employer And
Location.” The applicant will enter the employer’s name and location
(city and state) in this area.
(c) Type Work Performed. The applicant will enter the type of
work performed in this area. If not all of the applicant’s experience can be
recorded in item B, the applicant may use additional sheets of paper.
(4) DMEs are not required to review the applicant’s documents
and records to verify the experience listed. However, the DME will verify that
the applicant has entered sufficient experience on FAA Form 8610‑2
to satisfy the experience and time requirements of §§ 65.77(a) and
65.77(b).
c.
Item B—Parachute Rigger Applicants. List Experience Relating to Certificate and Rating Applied
For. (Continue on separate sheet, if more space is needed.)
(1) The applicant’s experience must meet the requirements
listed in §§ 65.115,
65.117, or 65.119.
(2) For a senior parachute rigger applicant, entries into block III,
item B, are not required.
(3) For a master parachute rigger applicant, there must be
enough time and experience documented to satisfy the requirements of § 65.119(a)
(at least 3 years of experience as a parachute rigger). The experience
gained in the military and/or civil activity must be documented in
block III. The master parachute rigger applicant must complete the
following parts of item B:
(a) Dates, Month, and Year. The applicant must enter his or her
dates of employment in this area. The applicant must enter all dates using
eight digit numeric characters with the month, day, and year (e.g.,
04/20/2002). Do not use any other format. (Please note, the form does not state
the day is required; however, AFS‑760 requires the day.)
(b) Employer and Location. The applicant will enter the
employer’s name and location (city and state) in this area.
(c) Type Work Performed. The applicant will enter the type of
work performed in this area. The type of work must meet the experience requirements
of § 65.119(b)(1) and/or § 65.119(b)(2). If the applicant is unable
to record all of his or her experience in item B, the applicant may use
additional sheets of paper.
(4) It is not necessary for DPREs to see the physical documents
and records reflected on
Form 8610‑2 for applicants to satisfy the
experience requirements of § 65.119.
d.
Item C—Parachute Rigger Applicants
Indicate by Type How Many Parachutes Packed.
(1) Seat, Chest, Back, and/or Lap. Senior and master parachute
rigger applicants must indicate the number of parachutes packed in each
appropriate box.
(2) Senior Rigger or Military Rigger. Master parachute rigger
applicants must indicate if these parachutes were packed as a senior rigger
and/or military rigger by checking the appropriate box.
Note: A master parachute rigger applicant may have packed the necessary
number of parachutes without being either a senior or military rigger.
7.
Block IV—Applicant’s
Certification. (For an example, see box
above.)
a.
Before the Applicant Signing Block IV,
the Following Must Be Completed:
(1) Item A—Signature. The inspector will have the
applicant review the FAA Form 8610‑2 before the applicant signs
his or her name. (If the FAA Form 8610‑2 was prepared by someone
other than the applicant, the applicant should review the FAA Form 8610‑2
carefully.)
(a) The FAA Form 8610‑2 must be signed as the
applicant normally signs his or her name above or beside his or her typed or
printed name.
(b) For verification purposes, the inspector must require the
applicant to provide a current identification issued by a domestic or foreign
government entity (state, local, or national) showing a photograph and
signature.
1. A passport, U.S. driver’s license, U.S. military identification may be used for verification. A foreign passport is acceptable, however
a foreign driver’s license cannot be used for identification purposes.
2. The name, number, and expiration date of the document used
for verification will be recorded in the “Remarks”
area. (See section 2, paragraph 10.)
(c) The inspector or examiner must explain that the applicant’s
signature is a certification of true and correct information appearing on the
FAA Form 8610‑2. False statements or false information for
which the applicant has signed may be grounds to revoke all FAA certificates he
or she may possess.
(2) Item B—Date. The applicant must enter the date the FAA Form 8610‑2
was signed. For applicants graduating from an AMTS, the date of application in
block IV must not be earlier than the graduation date in block II(d)
(except for applicant’s under § 65.80).
Note: Before
giving the oral and practical tests, the TPE will ask the applicant for
identification to re-verify the information shown on the FAA
Form 8610‑2.
If identification has been recorded in the “Remarks”
area, the TPE will initial this to verify the same identification. If
identification was not entered in the “Remarks”
area, the TPE will enter this information.
8. Block V—I
Find This Applicant Meets the Experience Requirements of 14 CFR
Part 65 and is
Eligible to Take the Required Tests. (See box above.) Before the inspector
signs block V, the following must be completed:
a.
Date. The inspector must enter the date the authorization took place. The
inspector must enter all dates using eight digit numeric characters (e.g.,
01/04/2002). (Month, Day, Year.) (The dates must not be entered as
January 4, 2002 or 01/04/02.)
b.
Inspector’s Signature. The inspector will sign his or her name and print his/her
name in this area.
c.
FAA District Office. The inspector will provide the office identifier (e.g.,
EA05, NM04).
Note: The
block V endorsement must not be restricted to a specific field office or
region.
9.
For FAA Use Only. Applicants and TPEs are to disregard this area. This area
is for FAA use only. (See box above.)
10. Results of
Oral and Practical Tests.
a.
The DME Will Annotate Passed/Failed
Subject Areas as Follows:
(1) For all Oral/Knowledge areas failed, enter the
corresponding Subject Area unique identifier (refer to section 2, paragraph 9e)
in the appropriate “QUES. NO.” box. (See Figure 6‑2G.)
(2) For all Practical/Skill areas failed, enter the corresponding
Subject Area unique identifier in the appropriate “PROJ. NO.” box. (See Figure 6‑2G.)
(3) Enter the Subject Area(s) failed and/or incomplete in the “Remarks” column. (See Figure 6‑2G.)
(4) For all Oral/Knowledge areas and/or Practical/Skill areas
passed, enter an expiration date 24 calendar-months from the date of the
test. (See Figures 6‑2F to 6‑3K.)
b.
The DPRE will Annotate Passed/Failed
Areas of Operation as follows:
(1) When the applicant passes all Areas of Operation for a rating,
place an “X” in the appropriate “Pass”
box. (See Figures 6‑3C and 6‑3E.)
(2) When an Area of
Operation for a rating is failed, place an “X” in the appropriate “Fail” box, and enter the Area(s) of Operation
and the Task(s) failed and/or not completed in the “Remarks” column. (See Figure 6‑3D.)
11. Designated Examiner’s Report.
a.
For details on how a DME completes this
area see Figures 6‑2F, 6‑2G, 6‑2H, and 6‑2I, 6‑2J,
and 6-2K.
b.
For details on how a DPRE completes this area see Figures 6‑3C,
6‑3D, and 6‑3E.
12. Applicant’s Certification. This block (see above) must be completed by the applicant
at the time of the issuance of the FAA Form 8060‑4 (see also
section 2,
paragraph 15a).
a.
Have You Ever Had an Airman Certificate
Suspended or Revoked?
(1) The applicant must check either the “Yes” box or the “No” box. (A student pilot certificate
is a pilot certificate.)
(2) If the “Yes”
box is checked, refer to §§ 65.11(c),
65.11(d)(2), and 65.12.
(3) If the DME or applicant does not understand the
requirements of
part 65 as it applies to a particular situation, contact
the managing FSDO or IFO for clarification and assistance.
b.
Have You Ever Been Convicted for
Violation of Any Federal or State Statutes Pertaining to Narcotic Drugs,
Marijuana, and Depressant or Stimulant Drugs or Substances? The applicant must check either the “Yes”
box or the “No” box.
(1) If the applicant checks the “Yes” box, the applicant must make an entry by the “DATE of Final Conviction” area. (See § 65.12.)
(2) If the DME or
applicant does not understand the requirements of
part 65 as it applies to
a particular situation, contact the managing FSDO or IFO for clarification and
assistance.
13. FAA Inspector’s Report.
(See above and the reverse side of FAA Form 8610‑2.)
a.
Approved Box and Disapproved Box. The inspector will not check the “Approved” box or the “Disapproved”
box unless he or she has personally given the applicant the oral and practical
test or if the application and temporary certificate are signed by the ASI. In
these cases, “Approved” or “Disapproved” must be checked by the ASI
issuing the temporary airman certificate.
b.
Examined This Applicant’s Papers. The inspector must check only the “Examined This Applicant’s Papers” box. However, if the
inspector is the one that issued the temporary airman certificate, then the “Approved” box must be checked.
(1) The inspector must complete the “DATE” box using eight
digit numeric characters (e.g., 01/04/2002). (Month, Day, Year.) (The dates
must not be entered as January 4, 2002 or 01/04/02.)
(2) The inspector must sign above or beside his or her typed or
printed name in the “Inspector’s
Signature” box.
(3) The inspector will enter his or her managing FSDO or IFO
identification in the “FAA
District Office” box (e.g., EA05, NM04).
c.
Parachute Seal Symbol Assigned. The inspector will annotate the parachute seal symbol
assigned by the DPRE as annotated in block XIII on the FAA Form 8060‑4.
(See Figures 6‑3H, 6‑3I, and 6‑3J.)
Figure 6‑2A, FAA
Form 8610-2, Airman
Certificate and/or Rating Application
Figure 6‑2B, FAA
Form 8610-2, Airman
Certificate and/or Rating Application
(Applicant cannot
list all experience required in block III.)
