Aviation Maintenance Organizations Regulations
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What must an approved maintenance organisation do if a renewal request is not made within the specified period?

  • Follow the application procedures for initial issuance (correct)
  • Automatically renew the approval
  • Continue operating without any changes
  • Notify the Authority about the delay
  • What is one condition for the continued validity of an AMO's approval?

  • Remaining compliant with regulations (correct)
  • Surrendering the approval if requested
  • Paying an initial fee every five years
  • Annual renewal of the certificate
  • How often does the Authority conduct inspections of an AMO holder?

  • Every two years
  • At least annually (correct)
  • Monthly
  • Every five years
  • What action can the Authority take if an AMO certificate holder no longer meets the requirements?

    <p>Suspend or revoke the AMO certificate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required from the AMO for the Authority to confirm continued compliance?

    <p>Access to the organisation’s facilities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for an AMO employing Aviation Repairman Specialists (ARS)?

    <p>They must be licensed in accordance with Part 2. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of training must an AMO's employee training program include?

    <p>Initial, recurrent, specialised, and remedial training. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an AMO do with its training programme based on job tasks?

    <p>Develop and update it according to operating authority and capabilities. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For how long must an AMO retain employee training records?

    <p>Two years. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the training program of an AMO related to human performance?

    <p>Knowledge and skills for co-ordination with maintenance personnel and flight crew. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the quality assurance program within an AMO's quality system?

    <p>To ensure compliance with required aircraft standards. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for taking corrective action based on audit reports in an AMO?

    <p>The designated management person or group. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must the AMO's quality system review all maintenance procedures?

    <p>Once a year. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be indicated by the AMO's quality system regarding audits?

    <p>When audits are due and when completed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What option is available for small AMOs regarding independent audits?

    <p>They may contract the independent audit part to another approved organization. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the feedback system within an AMO's quality system?

    <p>To communicate audit findings and ensure corrective actions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an AMO is part of an AOC under Part 9, what can be done regarding the quality management system?

    <p>It may be combined with the AOC holder’s quality management system. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What documentation is required to describe the AMO's quality system?

    <p>Specific documentation as outlined in IS 6.2.1.12. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum rest period required for a person performing maintenance functions before starting their duty?

    <p>8 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum consecutive hours a person may be scheduled to perform maintenance functions?

    <p>12 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what circumstances can a person performing maintenance work for unscheduled aircraft unserviceability be on duty for up to 16 consecutive hours?

    <p>In cases of unscheduled unserviceability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many consecutive hours of rest are mandated after unscheduled duty periods for maintenance personnel?

    <p>10 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum retention period for training records?

    <p>2 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for certifying staff regarding their scope of authorization?

    <p>Written notification (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total time limit for a person performing maintenance functions in any 24-hour period?

    <p>20 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How frequently must the AMO relieve maintenance personnel from all duties for rest?

    <p>Every week (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for an AMO to maintain an aircraft or aeronautical product?

    <p>Availability of approved technical data (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tasks may an AMO NOT contract out?

    <p>Alterations of a complete type-certificated aircraft (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be verified before approving the return to service after contracted maintenance?

    <p>The work has been performed satisfactorily (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for issuing a certification of release to service?

    <p>Appropriately authorized certifying staff (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the certification of release to service contain?

    <p>A statement regarding regulatory compliance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a certification of release required during maintenance?

    <p>At the completion of any maintenance on the aircraft (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a necessary condition for the AMO's approval process?

    <p>Direct reference to manufacturer's instructions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an AMO have before commencing maintenance work?

    <p>All necessary tools and certifying staff (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be completed before describing an aircraft as overhauled?

    <p>It must be disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, and reassembled. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the description of an aircraft as rebuilt?

    <p>It must be disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, and reassembled to new item tolerances. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required before approving an aircraft for return to service?

    <p>A maintenance record entry must be made and repair forms executed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should operating limitations or flight data be handled after a repair causing changes?

    <p>They should be revised as prescribed by the Authority. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Authority require for major repairs and alterations?

    <p>They must be entered on a specific form and disposed of by the person performing the work. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about maintenance entry requirements is false?

    <p>An entry can claim the part is overhauled without testing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT addressed in the procedures for maintenance entries?

    <p>The financial cost associated with repairs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be ensured when using used parts in rebuilding?

    <p>They must conform to either new part tolerances or approved dimensions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Renewal Failure

    An approved maintenance organization (AMO) must re-apply for initial issuance if they don't renew their approval within the specified timeframe.

    Continued AMO Approval Validity

    An AMO's approval remains valid unless it's surrendered, superseded, suspended, revoked, or expired. This depends on continuing to comply with regulations, allowing inspections, and paying required fees.

    Authority Inspection

    The Authority can inspect an AMO to assess if it meets the regulations at any time.

    Annual AMO Inspection

    The Authority may conduct inspections at least once a year to check an AMO's compliance.

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    AMO Certificate Suspension or Revocation

    The Authority can suspend or revoke an AMO's certificate if it's found they don't or no longer meet the regulations.

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    AMO Training Program Development

    An AMO must develop and update its training program based on the specific tasks and responsibilities of its operation.

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    AMO Employee Competency

    An AMO must ensure every employee assigned to maintenance, inspections, or modifications can perform their assigned tasks.

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    AMO Training Program Revision Approval

    An AMO must revise its training program and submit it to the Authority for approval.

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    AMO Training Record Retention

    An AMO must keep detailed records of individual employee training for at least two years.

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    AMO Training Components

    An AMO's training program includes initial, recurrent, specialized, and remedial training to ensure employees maintain their skills.

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    Quality Assurance Program

    AMO's quality system must include a plan to check if maintenance procedures are following the approved standards.

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    Compliance Monitoring

    The quality assurance program must include procedures to monitor compliance with required aircraft and aircraft component standards.

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    Personnel Audit

    AMO's quality system must include a procedure to initially qualify and periodically audit persons performing work on behalf of the AMO.

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    Feedback System

    The quality system needs a feedback loop to report any issues found during audits to the responsible managers.

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    Annual Maintenance Procedure Review

    AMO's quality system should review all maintenance procedures annually.

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    Audit Record Keeping

    AMO's quality system should track audit schedules, completion dates, and keep records accessible to the authority.

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    Reporting Non-Compliance

    Audit reports that find non-compliance or poor standards must be communicated to the Accountable Manager.

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    Contracting Audits

    Small AMOs can contract the independent audit portion of their quality system to another approved organization or a qualified individual.

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    Training Record Retention

    An AMO must keep training records for at least two years.

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    Minimum Rest Period for Maintenance

    A person working on aircraft maintenance must have at least 8 hours of rest before starting their shift.

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    Maximum Duty Hours for Maintenance

    A person cannot be scheduled to work more than 12 consecutive hours on aircraft maintenance.

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    Unscheduled Maintenance Duty Limits

    In emergencies, maintenance workers can work up to 16 consecutive hours, or 20 hours in a 24-hour period.

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    Rest After Unscheduled Duty

    After an unscheduled duty period, maintenance workers must have a mandatory 10-hour rest period.

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    AMO Staff Roster

    An AMO must have a roster of all management, supervisory, inspection, and certifying staff, detailing their responsibilities.

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    Written Authorization for Certifying Staff

    Each certifying staff member must receive written notification of their specific responsibilities.

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    Clear Authorization Document

    The scope of the authorization document must be clearly defined, with an interpretation document available if codes are used.

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    AMO Outsourcing

    An AMO can outsource some maintenance and alteration work, but they must ensure that any contracted work meets all the requirements and is done according to approved methods.

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    AMO Limitations

    An AMO can only work on aircraft they're approved for, and only if they have all the necessary resources, including facilities, equipment, and certified staff.

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    Complete Aircraft Maintenance

    AMOs can't contract out the complete maintenance or alteration of a type-certificated aircraft. This is a core function they must perform in-house.

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    AMO Verification

    An AMO can't approve return to service without verifying that the work performed was satisfactory, even when the work was contracted out.

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    Release to Service Certification

    An AMO must certify that the aircraft or part is ready for service, ensuring that all required maintenance has been performed correctly according to their manual.

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    Certification Statement

    The release to service certification must clearly state that the work was done according to regulations and that the aircraft or component is ready for service.

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    Reference to Manufacturer Data

    The release to service certification must reference the manufacturer's maintenance instructions or instructions for continued airworthiness.

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    Overhaul

    When an aircraft or component has been disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, reassembled and tested using approved methods and standards.

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    Disassembling for Overhaul

    The process of taking an aircraft or component apart, cleaning it, inspecting it, making necessary repairs, and putting it back together.

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    Testing After Overhaul

    The process of verifying that an overhauled aircraft or component meets the required standards and is safe for use.

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    Rebuilt Item

    An aircraft or component that has been disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, and put back together to the same quality as a new one.

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    Testing a Rebuilt Item

    The process of verifying that a rebuilt aircraft or component meets the required standards and is safe for use.

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    Documentation After Maintenance

    Required documentation must be completed for any aircraft or aeronautical product that has undergone maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration.

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    Updating Flight Manual After Alteration

    If any maintenance or alteration changes the operating limitations or flight data of an aircraft, these changes must be documented in the approved aircraft flight manual.

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    Prescribed Maintenance Entry Procedures

    The Authority may prescribe specific procedures for how a maintenance or alteration entry is recorded and approved.

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    Study Notes

    Afghanistan Civil Aviation Regulations - Approved Maintenance Organisation (Part 6)

    • Regulations for the registration and monitoring of Approved Maintenance Organisations (AMOs) in Afghanistan
    • Part 6 of the ACAR provides regulations for the registration and monitoring of AMOs
    • Proper aircraft maintenance is fundamental to aviation safety
    • Key personnel include H.E. Capt. Hamid, Director General, Civil Aviation Authority
    • Revision 3.0, dated 14 Oct 2015
    • No tables are included in this document

    Amendments

    • A table details amendments to various sections of Part 6
    • Amendments include updated definitions, changes to wording, and additions of new sections
    • Dates of amendments span from 25 May 2010 to 14 Oct 2015

    Introduction

    • Part 6 of ACAR specifies regulations for registration and monitoring of AMOs in Afghanistan
    • Modern practice among Contracting States varies
    • Regulations are based on Annex 6 Part I, Chapter 8:8.7 and ICAO Doc 9760, Airworthiness Manual, Part IV, Chapter 4
    • AMO applicants within Afghanistan must disclose all AMO certificates held in other Contracting States
    • The document addresses AMO licensing and regulation for AOC holders in Afghanistan

    Table of Contents

    • Details the structure and content of Part 6 (e.g., sections on General, Certification, Housing, Administration, Rules)
    • Lists specific implementing standards (IS) numbers within each section

    List of Figures

    • Provides the figures along with page numbers for figures in the document, e.g., figure IS 6-1: ACAA AMO Certificate Form, is on page 37

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