FAA AMT (Aviation Maintenance Technician) Airframe Practice Exam

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In cases of elongated boltholes in a wood spar or cracks in the vicinity of boltholes, what should be done?

Fill the holes with filler
A new section of spar should be spliced in or the spar replaced entirely
Re-drill the boltholes
Ignore if not severe

The correct answer is: A new section of spar should be spliced in or the spar replaced entirely

In cases of elongated boltholes in a wood spar or cracks in the vicinity of boltholes, it is crucial to consider the structural integrity of the spar. The correct course of action is to splice in a new section of spar or replace the spar entirely. This is important for maintaining the strength and safety of the aircraft's structure. Options A and C are not recommended because simply filling the holes with filler or re-drilling the boltholes may not adequately address the structural concerns and could compromise the integrity of the spar. Option D, ignoring the issue if it is not severe, is also not advisable as any damage or weakening in a critical component like a spar can have serious consequences during flight.