What is the defining characteristic of a Temporary Repair?

• A. Simple and practical as possible, normally restores full load carrying capabilities allowing aircraft to be flown until permanent repair can be made
• B. A repair that permanently restores full strength with no further repairs needed
• C. A repair that reduces weight and increases speed
• D. A cosmetic patch that does not affect flight safety

Answer: (A)

Temporary repairs are meant to be simple, practical fixes that restore enough structural capability to fly the aircraft to a location where a permanent repair can be completed. They’re not intended to be lasting solutions, but just enough to maintain flight safety and the ability to reach maintenance without waiting for a full repair on site.

So this is why the option describing a simple, practical fix that normally restores the necessary load-carrying capability—allowing an aircraft to be flown until permanent repair can be made—is the best choice. It isn’t about permanently restoring full strength with no further work, it isn’t about reducing weight or increasing speed, and it isn’t a cosmetic patch.