A certificated mechanic shall not exercise the privileges of the certificate and rating unless, within the preceding 24 months, the Administrator has found that the certificate holder is able to do the work or the certificate holder has served as a mechanic under the certificate and rating for at least 6 months. Which statement best reflects the requirement described above?

• A. The Administrator has found the holder able to do the work within the preceding 24 months
• B. The holder has served as a mechanic for at least 6 months within the preceding 24 months
• C. Either condition within the preceding 24 months suffices
• D. Both conditions must be met within the preceding 24 months

Answer: (C)

The requirement sets up two independent paths to eligibility: within the last 24 months, either the FAA Administrator must have found you able to do the work, or you must have served as a mechanic under the certificate for at least six months. Because either path alone is enough, the best statement is that either condition within the preceding 24 months suffices. This means you don’t need both conditions—one or the other meets the requirement. The Administrator’s finding demonstrates demonstrated competency, while six months of prior service shows practical hands-on experience; each path independently qualifies you to exercise the privileges.