On AFTO 781A, which mark indicates the condition of the equipment is unknown?

On AFTO 781A, which mark indicates the condition of the equipment is unknown?

• A. Red X
• B. Yellow Tag
• C. Green Tag
• D. Red Dash

Answer: (D)

The mark that signals an unknown condition is the red dash. It acts as a temporary placeholder on AFTO 781A, indicating that you don’t yet know whether the item is serviceable or unserviceable. When you see it, you’re expected to perform the required inspections or tests per the maintenance data and then update the record accordingly. If the item is found unserviceable, the dash is replaced with the red X; if it’s confirmed serviceable, the status is changed to reflect that (often shown by a green tag). In contrast, a red X means the item is unserviceable and must be removed from service, and a green tag means the item is serviceable, with a yellow tag signaling a deficiency that still requires action.

The mark that signals an unknown condition is the red dash. It acts as a temporary placeholder on AFTO 781A, indicating that you don’t yet know whether the item is serviceable or unserviceable. When you see it, you’re expected to perform the required inspections or tests per the maintenance data and then update the record accordingly. If the item is found unserviceable, the dash is replaced with the red X; if it’s confirmed serviceable, the status is changed to reflect that (often shown by a green tag). In contrast, a red X means the item is unserviceable and must be removed from service, and a green tag means the item is serviceable, with a yellow tag signaling a deficiency that still requires action.