FAA Ground School Practice Test

Where are the aircraft operating limitations found if the aircraft has an experimental or special light-sport airworthiness certificate?

1. In the maintenance manual

2. On the FAA website

3. Attached to the airworthiness certificate

4. In the aircraft's historical records

The correct answer is: Attached to the airworthiness certificate

The aircraft operating limitations for those with an experimental or special light-sport airworthiness certificate are specifically attached to the airworthiness certificate itself. This is a requirement set forth by the FAA to ensure that those operating such aircraft are fully aware of any restrictions or limitations applicable to the aircraft's operation. These limitations may include specific conditions under which the aircraft can be flown, maintenance requirements, and performance parameters unique to that particular aircraft's certification. The choice of options like the maintenance manual, FAA website, and historical records do not provide the immediate, direct source of operating limitations as attached to the airworthiness certificate does. Maintaining these limitations as part of the certificate helps ensure that pilots are informed and compliant with the operating constraints that accompany the special certification status of their aircraft.