FAA – Federal Aviation Administration – a branch of the U.S. government responsible for all things aviation
The FAA provides documentation and information on many engineering topics related to aviation
AC 43-13 – 1B Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices – Aircraft Inspection and Repair – great reference that describes airplane construction, engines, instruments – basic operation, underlying engineering, problem areas, inspection techniques and repair guidance
- Wood structure
- Fabric covering
- Fiberglass and plastics
- Metal structure, welding and brazing
- Non-destructive inspection
- Corrosion, inspection and protection
- Aircraft hardware, control cables and turnbuckles
- Engines, fuel, exhaust and propellers
- Aircraft systems and components
- Weight and balance
- Aircraft electrical systems
- Aircraft avionics systems
- Glossary, acronyms, abbreviations