This 4th edition book is an important reference source for all Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) seeking to add Inspection Authorization to his or her qualifications, as well as AMT schools preparing students for this test. All Inspection Authorization candidates must take and pass the FAA's IA Knowledge Test.

In the IA Test Prep, Dale Crane provides readers with all the information needed to pass the IA Knowledge Test and helps candidates become familiar with the privileges and limitations of the highest level of maintenance certification.

The IA test is unique from other FAA exams, in that it remains a "closed test"- the exact database of questions is not available to the public. This book provides more than 350 sample questions, all of which are based on history and experience with the IA testing process. Example FAA questions and answer choices are supported with explanations, and FAA references from which the questions are derived are identified for students who wish to study them further. The IA Test Prep conveniently compiles the reference materials necessary to prepare for the IA Knowledge Exam into one volume, for an organized study program that AMT schools, instructors, and individuals alike can use to streamline their studies.

About the Author
Dale Crane has been involved in aviation for more than 50 years. His credentials include: Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic, Designated Mechanic Examiner, Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor (airplanes), and Advanced and Instrument Ground Instructor.

Dale began his career in the U.S. Navy as a mechanic and flight engineer in PBYs. After World War II, he attended Parks Air College. After college, he worked as an instrument overhaul mechanic, instrument shop manager, and flight test instrumentation engineer. He spent the following 16 years as an instructor, and then became director of an aviation maintenance school.

For the past 25 years, Dale has been active as a writer of aviation technical materials, and a consultant in developing aviation training programs. He participated with the FAA in the Aviation Mechanic Occupation Study, and the Aviation Mechanic Textbook Study. ATEC has presented to Dale Crane their special recognition award for "his contribution to the development of aviation technicians as a prolific author of specialized maintenance publications."

Dale Crane has received the FAA's Charles Taylor "Master Mechanic" Award for 50 years of service in and contributions to the aviation maintenance industry, and the recognition of his peers for his excellence in aircraft maintenance as a leader, educator, and aviation safety advocate.

Soft Cover
688 pages

Publisher
Aviation Supplies & Academics (2006)