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Which job may a private pilot do as preventive maintenance on a plane they own?

Removing, installing and repairing landing gear tires.

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  1. Overhauling the engine's carburetor
  2. Repairing a cracked wing spar
  3. Removing and repairing landing gear tires ✔

Why: A pilot may do preventive maintenance on an aircraft they own or operate that isn't used by airlines or charters. Part 43 Appendix A lists the allowed jobs, starting with landing gear tires. Overhauls and structural repairs are not on it.

Huh, didn't know that: Other items on the list include servicing wheel bearings and replacing defective safety wire or cotter keys.

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Answer: Removing and repairing landing gear tires. A pilot may do preventive maintenance on an aircraft they own or operate that isn't used by airlines or charters. Part 43 Appendix A lists the allowed jobs, starting with landing gear tires. Overhauls and structural repairs are not on it.

  1. 14 CFR Part 43 Appendix A, Major Alterations, Major Repairs, and Preventive Maintenance www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-43/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%2043
    Removal, installation, and repair of landing gear tires
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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