A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) Written and Oral Test Guide

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  1. Oct 22

    Airframe Oral: Subject B (ASA, Jeppesen, Bakers, Prepware..)

    Flashcard sets:  OrtAviation.com/flashcard-sale Mailing list for new/updated questions: OrtAviation.com/get-new-questions This is a reading of all known FAA Airframe Oral Test Questions and Answers for Subject B: Non-Metallic Structures with ACS codes.  Use the most up to date study material online at OrtAviation.com. Ort Aviation has video lessons for the written exams and flashcards for the oral exams.  00:00  Intro  00:40  AM.II.B.K1 Wood structures, including inspection techniques, tools, and practices for wood structures. 02:33  AM.II.B.K2 Effects of moisture/humidity on wood and fabric coverings. 03:10  AM.II.B.K3 Types and general characteristics of wood used in aircraft structures. 05:15  AM.II.B.K4 Permissible substitutes and other materials used in the construction and repair of wood structures. 05:48  AM.II.B.K5 Acceptable and unacceptable wood defects. 08:41  AM.II.B.K6 Wood repair techniques and practices. 17:05  AM.II.B.K7 Factors used in determining the proper type covering material. 18:15  AM.II.B.K8 Types of approved aircraft covering material. 20:42  AM.II.B.K9 Seams commonly used with aircraft covering. 22:00  AM.II.B.K10 Covering textile terms. 24:02  AM.II.B.K11 Structure surface preparation. 24:23  AM.II.B.K12 Covering methods commonly used. 26:16  AM.II.B.K13 Covering means of attachment. 27:10  AM.II.B.K14 Areas on aircraft covering most susceptible to deterioration. 29:05  AM.II.B.K15 Aircraft covering preservation/restoration. 29:34  AM.II.B.K16 Inspection of aircraft covering. 32:00  AM.II.B.K17 Covering repair techniques and practices. 36:40  AM.II.B.K18 Inspection/testing of composite structures. 37:45  AM.II.B.K19 Types of composite structure defects. 38:40  AM.II.B.K20 Composite structure fiber, core, and matrix materials. 41:36  AM.II.B.K21 Composite materials storage practices and shelf life. 42:29  AM.II.B.K22 Composite repair methods, techniques, fasteners, and practices. 45:41  AM.II.B.K23 Thermoplastic material inspection/types of defects. 47:43  AM.II.B.K24 Thermoplastic material storage and handling. 48:00  AM.II.B.K25 Thermoplastic material installation procedures. 48:29  AM.II.B.K26 Care and maintenance of windows. 48:59  AM.II.B.K27 Window temporary and permanent repairs. 49:23  AM.II.B.K28 Maintenance safety practices/precautions for composite materials/structures, and windows. 50:37  AM.II.B.K29 Inspecting restraints and upholstery.

  2. Oct 16

    Airframe Oral: Subject A (ASA, Jepessen, Bakers, Prepware..)

    Flashcard sets: OrtAviation.com/flashcard-sale Mailing list for new/updated questions: OrtAviation.com/get-new-questions This is a reading of all known FAA Airframe Oral Test Questions and Answers for Subject A: Metallic Structures with ACS codes. The best way to study for your FAA Airframe and Powerplant Tests in 2026 are to use the resources at OrtAviation.com. While most study resources for the tests are outdated, Ort Aviation has transformed the industry by updating old resources and modernizing how you prepare by using spaced repetition software, interactive video lessons and practice tests that simulate the real thing. 00:00 Intro 00:52 AM.II.A.K1 Inspection/testing of metal structures. 01:20 AM.II.A.K2 Types of sheet metal defects. 02:27 AM.II.A.K3 Selection of sheet metal repair materials. 03:01 AM.II.A.K4 Layout, forming, and drilling of sheet metal components. 08:03 AM.II.A.K5 Selection of rivets, hardware, and fasteners for a sheet metal repair. 12:35 AM.II.A.K6 Heat treatment processes for aluminum. 13:12 AM.II.A.K7 Rivet layout.14:21 AM.II.A.K8 Rivet removal and installation methods. 17:13 AM.II.A.K9 Maintenance safety practices/precautions for sheet metal repairs or fabrications. 19:04 AM.II.A.K10 Flame welding gases. 19:31 AM.II.A.K11 Storage/handling of welding gases. 19:48 AM.II.A.K12 Flame welding practices and techniques. 26:04 AM.II.A.K13 Inert-gas welding practices and techniques. 27:10 AM.II.A.K14 Purpose and types of shielding gases. 28:25 AM.II.A.K15 Types of steel tubing welding repairs. 29:42 AM.II.A.K16 Procedures for weld repairs. 32:46 AM.II.A.K17 Types of structures and their characteristics.

  3. Oct 14

    Powerplant Oral: Subject M (ASA, Jepessen, Bakers, Prepware..)

    Flashcard sets: OrtAviation.com/flashcard-sale Mailing list for new/updated questions: OrtAviation.com/get-new-questions This is a reading of all known FAA Powerplant Oral Test Questions and Answers for Subject M: Propellers with ACS codes. The best way to study for your FAA Airframe and Powerplant Oral Exams is to use the flashcard deck that is integrated with Anki from Ort Aviation. It allows you to streamline your time spent on the questions while also ensuring you have it memorized for the long term. 0:00 Intro 00:40 AM.III.L.K1 Propeller theory and operation. 04:55 AM.III.L.K2 Types of propellers and blade design. 07:05 AM.III.L.K3 Pitch control and adjustment. 09:29 AM.III.L.K4 Constant speed propeller and governor theory and operation. 11:47 AM.III.L.K5 Turbine engine propeller reverse/beta range operation. 12:23 AM.III.L.K6 Propeller servicing, maintenance, and inspection requirements. 18:35 AM.III.L.K7 Procedures for removal and installation of a propeller. 19:25 AM.III.L.K8 Propeller TCDS. 20:08 AM.III.L.K9 Propeller synchronization systems. 21:11 AM.III.L.K10 Propeller ice control systems.

  4. Oct 12

    Powerplant Oral: Subject L (ASA, Jepessen, Bakers, Prepware..)

    Flashcard sets: OrtAviation.com/flashcard-sale Mailing list for new/updated questions: OrtAviation.com/get-new-questions This is a reading of all known FAA Powerplant Oral Test Questions and Answers for Subject L: Engine Exhaust and Reverser Systems  with ACS codes. There is an easier and more time efficient way to study for your FAA Airframe and Powerplant Exams. You can find out how by heading to OrtAviation.com and get access to the study resources hundreds of students have used to get their licenses. 0:00 Intro 00:40 AM.III.L.K1 Reciprocating engine exhaust system theory, components, operation, and inspection. 7:12 AM.III.L.K2 Turbine engine exhaust system theory, components, operation, and inspection. 8:31 AM.III.L.K3 Noise suppression theory, components, and operation (e.g., mufflers, hush kits, augmenter tubes). 10:32 AM.III.L.K4 Thrust reverser theory, components, and operation.

  5. Oct 9

    Powerplant Oral: Subject K (ASA, Jepessen, Bakers, Prepware..)

    Flashcard sets: OrtAviation.com/flashcard-sale Mailing list for new/updated questions: OrtAviation.com/get-new-questions This is a reading of all known FAA Powerplant Oral Test Questions and Answers for Subject K: Turbine Engine Air Systems  with ACS codes. Studying for your FAA Airframe and Powerplant Oral Exam can be difficult but the flashcard deck from Ort Aviation simplifies the process by using an algorithm that makes you choose how hard a question is. You end up spending more time studying the hard questions and less time on the easy ones you already know. This drastically reduces the time needed to memorize hundreds of questions. 0:00 Intro 00:38 AM.III.K.K1 Air cooling system theory, components, and operation. 1:47 AM.III.K.K2 Turbine engine cowling air flow. 2:27 AM.III.K.K3 Turbine engine internal cooling. 3:20 AM.III.K.K4 Turbine engine baffle and seal installation. 3:42 AM.III.K.K5 Turbine engine insulation blankets and shrouds. 4:03 AM.III.K.K6 Turbine engine induction system theory, components, and operation. 6:05 AM.III.K.K7 Turbine engine bleed air system theory, components, and operation. 6:51 AM.III.K.K8 Turbine engine anti-ice system

  6. Oct 7

    Powerplant Oral: Subject J (ASA, Jepessen, Bakers, Prepware..)

    Flashcard sets: OrtAviation.com/flashcard-sale Mailing list for new/updated questions: OrtAviation.com/get-new-questions This is a reading of all known FAA Powerplant Oral Test Questions and Answers for Subject J: Reciprocating Engine Induction and Cooling systems.  with ACS codes. Ort Aviation stands out as the best online resource that has up to date material and accurate flashcard decks to study for the FAA Airframe and Powerplant exams. 0:00 Intro 00:22 AM.III.J.K1 Reciprocating engine induction and cooling system theory, components, and operation. 6:15 AM.III.J.K2 Causes and effects of induction system icing. 8:24 AM.III.J.K3 Superchargers and controls. 9:27 AM.III.J.K4 Turbochargers, intercoolers, and controls. 12:08 AM.III.J.K5 Augmenter cooling system. 12:49 AM.III.J.K6 Induction system filtering. 13:24 AM.III.J.K7 Carburetor heaters. 15:04 AM.III.J.K8 Pressure cowling air flow and control. 15:57 AM.III.J.K9 Reciprocating engine baffle and seal installation. 16:28 AM.III.J.K10 Liquid cooling system theory, components, and operation.

  7. Oct 5

    Powerplant Oral: Subject I (ASA, Jepessen, Bakers, Prepware..)

    Flashcard sets: OrtAviation.com/flashcard-sale Mailing list for new/updated questions: OrtAviation.com/get-new-questions This is a reading of all known FAA Powerplant Oral Test Questions and Answers for Subject I: Engine Fuel and Fuel Metering Systems with ACS codes. Ort Aviation has the most up to date and accurate study resources online to pass your Airframe and Powerplant Tests in 2026. 0:00 Intro 00:45 AM.III.I.K1 Fuel/air ratio and fuel metering, and carburetor theory and operation. 2:48 AM.III.I.K2 Float carburetor theory, components, operation, and adjustment. 6:39 AM.III.I.K3 Pressure carburetor theory, operation, and adjustment. 8:44 AM.III.I.K4 Continuous-flow fuel injection theory, components, operation, troubleshooting and adjustment. 10:09 AM.III.I.K5 Digital engine control module (e.g., FADEC). 12:29 AM.III.I.K6 Hydromechanical fuel control system design and components. 14:26 AM.III.I.K7 Fuel nozzles and manifolds design, operation, and maintenance. 16:00 AM.III.I.K8 Components, theory, and operation of turbine engine fuel metering system. 17:11 AM.III.I.K9 Inspection requirements for an engine fuel system. 18:43 AM.III.I.K10 Fuel system operation. 20:38 AM.III.I.K11 Fuel heaters. 21:33 AM.III.I.K12 Fuel lines. 22:05 AM.III.I.K13 Fuel pumps. 26:45 AM.III.I.K14 Fuel valves. 27:34 AM.III.I.K15 Fuel filters. 28:53 AM.III.I.K16 Engine fuel drains.

  8. Sep 30

    Powerplant Oral: Subject H (ASA, Jepessen, Bakers, Prepware..)

    Flashcard sets: OrtAviation.com/flashcard-sale Mailing list for new/updated questions: OrtAviation.com/get-new-questions This is a reading of all known FAA Powerplant Oral Test Questions and Answers for Subject H: Ignition and Starting Systems with ACS codes. The best way to prepare for you Oral FAA Airframe and Powerplant Exams is to use the video resources and flashcard decks from Ort Aviation. 0:00 Intro 0:37 AM.III.H.K1 Ignition system theory. 3:09 AM.III.H.K2 Spark plug theory. 6:17 AM.III.H.K3 Shower of sparks and impulse coupling. 7:23 AM.III.H.K4 Three electrical circuits of a magneto system. 8:01 AM.III.H.K5 Solid-state ignition systems. 8:31 AM.III.H.K6 Digital engine control module (e.g., FADEC). 9:04 AM.III.H.K7 Engine starters. 13:18 AM.III.H.K8 Magneto system components and operation. 19:40 AM.III.H.K9 Turbine engine ignition systems.

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