How long can CADs be extended without approval?

How long can CADs be extended without approval?

• A. Indefinitely
• B. No Extension
• C. 30 Days
• D. 60 Days

Answer: (B)

CADs are time-sensitive requirements tied to maintaining airworthiness. Any extension to those requirements must come from an official approval or deviation process from the authority that issued the CAD. Without that approved action, there is no allowed extension. The safety and compliance implications are why extensions aren’t granted automatically or by default; you must secure explicit authorization before the original deadline passes. In this sense, there is no extension without approval.

CADs are time-sensitive requirements tied to maintaining airworthiness. Any extension to those requirements must come from an official approval or deviation process from the authority that issued the CAD. Without that approved action, there is no allowed extension. The safety and compliance implications are why extensions aren’t granted automatically or by default; you must secure explicit authorization before the original deadline passes. In this sense, there is no extension without approval.