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  • What additional protection is necessary for personnel to combat composite fibers resulting from an aircraft fire?
  • What type of relationship exists between a superior and a subordinate?
  • The BRU-14/A bomb rack is capable of suspending and releasing how many pounds of conventional and special weapons/stores?
  • What is a chemical that ignites combustible substances called?
  • The technical library must audit dispersed libraries at least how often?
  • What does the acronym MMCO stand for in the context of NAVAIR?
  • Which of the following tools is vital for accurately measuring surface dimensions?
  • Which rank is denoted by a single 0.5" sleeve stripe in naval hierarchy?
  • At what minimum temperature does transparent plastic become soft and pliable?
  • Who is responsible for identifying and eliminating unsafe work practices?
  • Which type of evaluations are considered depot level evaluations of aircraft general material condition?
  • What feature of a vise grip allows it to lock onto objects securely?
  • What is the purpose of radios in the context of aircrew communication?
  • What is the purpose of tie-down assemblies in aviation?
  • How many months must copies of Technical Directive (TD) summaries be maintained on file by each activity?
  • In what year did the V-22 Osprey officially enter service?
  • What type of maintenance is characterized by work performed in a centrally located facility within a geographical area?
  • How many award points is an Executive Letter of Commendation worth in the FMS calculations for E4-E6 advancement exam candidates?
  • What does Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) refer to in a work environment?
  • Larger tools are generally contained in which type of tool container?
  • Which maintenance concept emphasizes the importance of regulating events rather than being regulated by them?
  • What is the purpose of maintaining Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) in the workplace?
  • What is the purpose of the hard-rubber and hardwood plugs in the aircraft tool kit?
  • What is the term for the direction of the airstream in relation to the airfoil?
  • Which rating is responsible for the installation of cartridges and CADs used in personnel escape systems?
  • What term is used to compare the speed of a moving body to the speed of sound?
  • By March of which year was it mandatory for Army and Navy aircrew to wear standard back-type parachutes in flight?
  • Which engine designation system is applicable to all armed services?
  • Which of the following best describes the role of MMCO in the aviation field?
  • Aluminum and magnesium form corrosion products that are white oxides or what else?
  • How many battle dressing stations are typically equipped for emergency handling of battle casualties on most ships?
  • What primary function does the Comptroller serve in a naval station?
  • Which officer rank is identified by one sleeve stripe that is 0.5"?
  • Which Naval aviation unit division conducts verifications and audits of the Central Technical Publications Library (CTPL)?
  • What is a unique design feature of the 20-man life raft?
  • Who sponsors and directs the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program?
  • What prefix letter is assigned to restricted service engines under special engine designations?
  • How is a magnetic base indicator assembly typically attached to the work surface?
  • As a minimum, how often must GTETS Operators and Qualifiers run any type/model aircraft engine?
  • How is an aircraft secured in heavy weather?
  • What is the minimum percentage of divisional safety petty officers required to attend the Safety Programs Afloat (SPA) course?
  • Which maintenance task is essential before conducting a functional check of an aircraft?
  • Which day of the week are Side Boys not paraded?
  • The airframe of a fixed wing aircraft consists of how many principal units?
  • Which environmental factor is NOT included in the definition of heat stress?
  • How far from the surface of the grinding wheel should tool or work rests be mounted?
  • What is the nearest accuracy that standard micrometers are designed to measure distances?
  • In what year was the first use of a pilot ejection seat for emergency escape?
  • Which type of fuel nozzle is most widely used in present-day engines?
  • An operations maintenance division is normally established when there are how many or fewer aircraft assigned?
  • The turboprop engine is capable of developing what maximum horsepower per pound of weight?
  • What year marked the lifting of the ban on combat flights for women and allowed assignments on combat vessels?
  • What distinguishes Camloc high-stress panel fasteners from screws?
  • What types of comments are not allowed in the comments block of all performance reports?
  • What type of information can be found in technical manuals?
  • An AFFF station consists of how many gallons of AFFF concentrate tank?
  • What is the main characteristic of uniform corrosion?
  • What is the most important consideration when working on any fuel system maintenance task?
  • Which of the following is a common safety practice when working with hydraulic systems?
  • Which distribution statement is for technical documents that can only be distributed to U.S. Government agencies and their contractors?
  • Which statement is correct regarding hydraulic systems in aircraft?
  • What device is used to reduce oil temperature by passing it near streams of air or fuel?
  • Which representative is responsible for monitoring all medical surveillance results for trends due to hazard exposure?
  • Which officer rank is represented by one 2-inch stripe and four 1/2-inch stripes above it on their sleeve?
  • To increase technical knowledge levels and enhance existing formal training through diagnostic testing procedures is the primary goal of which program?
  • Which two fire-fighting agents are used in the twin agent units on board flight and hangar deck mobile fire-fighting equipment?
  • Which of the following describes a passive electronic countermeasure?
  • What type of life raft is designed to ensure safety during inflation?
  • How many major sections does the AIM-9L Sidewinder guided missile comprise?
  • What type of diagram is typically used to illustrate the sequence of operation of aircraft components?
  • What is the role of a Medical Department Representative in the aviation field?
  • At how many times the distance can ECM detect a radar pulse transmission compared to the distance the radar returns can detect a jet?
  • Who is responsible for managing the Technical Publications Library Management Program for NAVAIR?
  • What is NOT a component evaluated during an air pressure test for fuel cells?
  • On the A/U26U-1 oxygen servicing unit, how many cylinders of nitrogen are used to drive the boost pump?
  • How long must commands retain copies of evals on all enlisted personnel (E1-E9) following the end of the date report?
  • Why do rocket engines carry their own oxidizer for combustion?
  • How often at a minimum must updates be scheduled for activities with Joint Technical Data Information (JTDI) Mid-Tier services?
  • When using and maintaining hand tools, which factor is crucial for safety?
  • What is the process of using various diagrams and manuals to locate fuel leaks?
  • What class of fires is associated with electrically energized equipment?
  • Which components are used to regulate and control fuel flow in aircraft and engine fuel systems?
  • What division fabricates and tests hoses, tubes, and sheet metal parts for aircraft structural components?
  • What is typically the primary material used in the construction of fuel tanks in aircraft?
  • What type of tow bar is most commonly used by the Navy today?
  • What is the term for the transfer of fuel, munitions, supplies, and personnel while ships are underway?
  • The twinned agent unit (TAU-2H) is primarily designed for extinguishing what class of fires?
  • Which type of manuals provide both general and specific instructions that are required for maintenance on aircraft and support equipment?
  • How many production divisions are typically included in an intermediate maintenance organization?
  • What aspect does the EIRV primarily address for Navy and Marine Corps operations?
  • How many months should personnel assigned to a dispersed library be retained in the billet?
  • Which test is used to ensure that fuel cells installed in aircraft do not have leaks?
  • Which division is responsible for monitoring the overall TCP in the command?
  • In the basic missile designation of the AGM-65E, what does the number signify?
  • Which of the following types of life rafts is equipped with boarding ramps?
  • What is the most effective method to detect fuel leaks in newly installed or repaired fuel cells?
  • What is the primary purpose of a parachute harness?
  • What color is the most commonly used support equipment painted?
  • Which statement is not true concerning sonobuoys?
  • Heat stress can result from which of the following combinations of factors?
  • Which cleaning method is ineffective in removing baked-on oil deposits or most surface coatings?
  • What role involves overseeing the management of aviation technical publications?
  • Which initial commissioning program is designated for individuals with a minimum of a baccalaureate degree?
  • What does the term 'maintenance publications' generally refer to?
  • What class of DDGs are considered the most powerful and survivable class ever put to sea?
  • What safety equipment is essential for protecting eyes when grinding metal?
  • What is the primary purpose of a Flash Point in materials?
  • Which type of parachute is generally employed for tactical military jumps?
  • For what purpose is a torque wrench primarily used?
  • Which fire-fighting agents are carried on the A/S32P-25 shipboard firefighting vehicle?
  • Which rating is normally responsible for maintaining AEW equipment?
  • Which of the following rules is basic to aircraft hydraulic servicing?
  • What should be assigned during any deck or seamanship evolution to ensure safety?
  • What type of safety wire is used for sealing first aid kits and portable fire extinguishers?
  • What is used in conjunction with the air logistic trailer for aircraft engine removal and installation in some aircraft?
  • Turbine blades are normally made from what alloy?
  • In aircraft operations, who has ultimate authority over safety matters?
  • Which type of Navy parachute is utilized in ejection seat aircraft?
  • Which of the following tools should be used as gauges for leveling and setup work?
  • In aviation terminology, what does AWP stand for?
  • What are the main structural members of the wing in an aircraft?
  • What is the sole respirator certification agency?
  • How can burning titanium be identified?
  • Before you perform and depuddling, which manual should you refer to for the proper support equipment?
  • What is the control surface located on either side of the tail called?
  • After a discrepancy has been corrected, what is done with copy 1 of the VIDS/MAF?
  • Which load configurations can the AN/ALE-29A countermeasures chaff dispensing set eject?
  • What aircraft is primarily used for flight training of student pilots in the Chief of Naval Air Training?
  • What factor reduces the noise level of a turbofan engine?
  • Which system is responsible for planning and scheduling workloads within the maintenance department?
  • Which component is not typically part of a life raft?
  • What is the maximum length of a safety lanyard above the deck?
  • What is the primary focus of maintenance on aviation components?
  • How many main rotor blades does the H-60 helicopter have to provide lift?
  • What aids in starting, stopping, and safety factors in the engine fuel system?
  • The main purpose of tie-down assemblies is to:
  • Who is responsible for the safety of embarked aircraft and personnel aboard a ship?
  • What does a block diagram primarily illustrate in terms of aviation systems?
  • Who is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and executing financial matters at the station?
  • What is the designation for the Precision Measuring Equipment (PME) Branch in Navy and Marine Corps I-level maintenance?
  • What color should fire extinguishers that use Carbon Dioxide be painted?
  • What method is primarily used to direct aircraft movements on the flight deck or hangar bay?
  • What is the first action taken when a component goes into an AWP status at the intermediate level of maintenance?
  • What is the general pre-op maintenance requirement card for all jacks?
  • Which tandem-seat turboprop trainer is used to train Navy and Marine Corps pilots?
  • Which program is responsible for generating Change Entry Certification Records (CECRs)?
  • Which type of manual covers standard aviation maintenance practices applicable to all aircraft?
  • Which type of corrosion is the most common type encountered?
  • The LAU-7/A guided missile launcher provides a complete launching system for which of the following guided missiles?
  • What is the part of the parachute that holds the parachute to the wearer?
  • In what year did the Navy take delivery of the AV-8 Harrier and the EA-6B Prowler?
  • What purpose do circuit breakers serve in aviation safety?
  • When was Helicopter Squadron (HCS-5) established?
  • What was the first aircraft purchased by the Navy from Glenn Curtis in 1911?
  • What term describes the temperature at which a substance gives off flammable vapors?
  • Which of the following refers to a controller for shipborne air traffic?
  • What is the primary purpose of the T-34C aircraft in naval training?
  • What is the maximum allowable distance between duct ends when installing a hose?
  • What does PME stand for in the context of Navy maintenance?
  • What is the maximum range of visibility using a signaling mirror?
  • How many service ratings does the Aviation Boatswain's Mate (AB) rating include?
  • What tool is essential for performing precise measurements during setup work?
  • What does the term "thermal runaway" indicate concerning aircraft batteries?
  • Fuel pumps for engines are generally which types?
  • What significant role does the Helicopter Squadron (HCS-5) play?
  • At approximately what airspeed can the turboprop engine deliver more thrust than the turbojet engine of the same gas turbine design?
  • Flashes from a signaling mirror can be seen from distances up to what total number of miles?
  • What equipment is used to supply regulated electrical power for aircraft servicing, starting, maintenance, and testing?
  • What type of fire does the TAU-2H primarily target?
  • Which of the following common fasteners is referred to as a Turnlock fastener?
  • How many elements are generally recognized in aviation maintenance?
  • What parts make up a NAVAIR manual number?
  • Which type of pliers is best suited for use in confined areas where fingers cannot fit?
  • Which term describes the combination of various environmental factors that can stress the body in aeronautics?
  • What measures the ability of a liquid to change to a vaporous state?
  • On what date did the Navy purchase its first aircraft?
  • Which fastener is known for providing high stress resistance in aircraft panels?
  • Laundering in water up to 140 degrees Fahrenheit and tumble drying at what temperature does not damage CWU-27/P coveralls?
  • What tool is primarily used for gripping and turning nuts and bolts?
  • During an aircraft inspection, which part is most critical to check for structural integrity?
  • According to Navy regulations, how far above the eyebrows should the bottom edge of the Navy ballcap be worn?
  • What is the key characteristic of composite materials used in aviation?
  • What system satisfies the operational need of the Navy and Marine Corps for engine/propeller installation and removal?
  • How do tie-down procedures for aircraft differ in heavy weather compared to normal conditions?
  • How many systems are contained in the A/M32C-17 mobile air-conditioner?
  • Technical manuals are updated by what means?
  • Ball peen hammers come in various weights; what is the maximum weight typically available?
  • What is used to recover aircraft that cannot make a normal arrested landing?
  • What formation results from the condensation of moisture?
  • How often must the Central Technical Publications Library (CTPL) issue the work center locator listing for all work centers?
  • Why are plugs included in an aircraft tool kit?
  • What is the maximum nitrogen supply boost pump pressure on the NAN-4?
  • In aviation maintenance, the identification of scheduled or forced removal items falls under which key document?
  • Anti-icing fluids are usually a mixture of about 85-percent alcohol and 15-percent what?
  • How are aircraft fuel lines identified?
  • How many digits are there in a Work Package (WP) number?
  • What designation was given to the first helicopter accepted by the Navy on 16 October 1943?
  • What signal is indicated by crossing hands above the head with palms facing forward?
  • What is the significance of determining a chemical's flash point?
  • Newton's law of inertia pertains to an object's tendency to do what?
  • What is the primary purpose of technical publications?
  • What is true regarding VHF/UHF communication sets?
  • Which group must comply with the percentage requirement for safety course attendance?
  • What is the rated capacity of the A/M27T-5 hydraulic portable power supply?
  • What is typically included in a block diagram of an aircraft?
  • Who is responsible for ensuring that tools are procured and issued on a controlled basis?
  • What is the threshold for the number of declined trait grades that defines a decline in performance?
  • Who is responsible for maintaining compartment checkoff lists?
  • What requires personnel to remain within certain specified limits?
  • What does the term 'Mach' specifically refer to?
  • What type of cleaning is least effective against most surface coatings in aviation maintenance?
  • Which of the following statements regarding the use and care of hand tools and measuring tools is true?
  • Who must authorize the fabrics used for manufacturing Naval uniforms?
  • Bacteria may be either aerobic or what else?
  • What system satisfies the operational need of the Navy and Marine Corps by providing a commercial off-the-shelf engine installation and removal capability?
  • What is the authorized distribution statement applied to documents with limited distribution?
  • Which distribution statement applies to technical documents that are only approved to be distributed to U.S. Government agencies?
  • What are fleet subdivisions referred to as?
  • The two most commonly used torque wrenches are the setting or click type and what other type?
  • Where are the flight deck AFFF fixed fire-fighting system controls located?
  • What is the weight of the B-2 work stand primarily used for?
  • What type of aircraft maintenance division is typically established for five or more aircraft?
  • What is the term for a painless sore that is the first sign of syphilis?
  • What is the weight of the complete B-2 work stand?
  • What term describes the distance between the propeller leading and trailing edges?
  • What term is used to identify lines that contain materials considered extremely hazardous to life or health?
  • What are the two general types of actions that electronic countermeasures consist of?
  • What is a key characteristic of fuel pumps used in aircraft engines?
  • Which type of nuts are designed to accept a cotter pin or lock wire for safetying?
  • The aircraft intermediate maintenance department (afloat) is organized in a similar manner to which of the following shore-based activities?
  • Which Force/Activity Designator (F/AD) is primarily assigned for combat ready forces maintained to deploy within 24 hours?
  • During an audit, what percentage of all publications in the Dispersed Technical Publications Library must have every page checked against the List of Effective Pages?
  • What component is primarily responsible for the ignition of fuel in an aircraft engine?
  • What is any condition referred to that has the potential to negatively impact mission accomplishment?
  • What program was established to educate workers about hazards and necessary control measures?
  • The Osprey aircraft was manufactured by which company?
  • In what year did the Navy receive the S-3 Viking antisubmarine warfare aircraft?
  • Which type of pliers can be adjusted to various jaw openings by turning the knurled adjusting screw at the end of the handle?
  • What is the primary function of electronic countermeasures?
  • What hazard code is used to identify alcohol?
  • What document identifies all scheduled or forced removal items along with their replacement intervals?
  • What principle is the basic concept for the gas turbine engine?
  • Which rating is responsible for maintaining aircraft electrical systems?
  • Which publication should be referenced for the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials?
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