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What is the primary role of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)?

  • Provide air traffic control services worldwide
  • Regulate military aviation globally
  • Establish international aviation standards and regulations (correct)

In which year was the Chicago Convention signed?

  • 1944 (correct)
  • 1967
  • 1952

Which Australian law incorporates ICAO standards into national regulations?

  • Civil Aviation Act 1988
  • Aviation Transport Act 1995
  • Air Navigation Act 1920 (correct)

What is the function of CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority)?

<p>Regulate civil aviation safety in Australia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Civil Aviation Orders (CAOs)?

<p>To issue detailed regulatory requirements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary responsibility of Part 66 certifying staff?

<p>Certifying aircraft maintenance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of aircraft requires a type rating for maintenance certification?

<p>Large aircraft with specific engine types (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a Category A Aircraft Maintenance Licence authorize?

<p>Line maintenance and simple defect rectifications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A Category B1 licence holder can certify maintenance related to:

<p>Aircraft structure, engines, and electrical systems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to obtain a Part 66 aircraft maintenance licence?

<p>Passing exams and practical experience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of CASR Part 145?

<p>Sets standards for approved maintenance organizations (AMOs) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for a Part 145 organization?

<p>A certified Safety Management System (SMS) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of maintenance does a Part 145 organization perform?

<p>Line and base maintenance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) require for certification?

<p>CASA approval and an exposition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What document outlines the structure and operation of an AMO?

<p>The Maintenance Organization Exposition (MOE) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of Part 42 of CASR?

<p>Define continuing airworthiness requirements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft?

<p>The registered operator (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does CAMO stand for?

<p>Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Certificate of Release to Service (CRS)?

<p>A document confirming maintenance has been completed correctly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a required maintenance record?

<p>Passenger complaint records (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Type Certificate?

<p>Approval for an aircraft design meeting airworthiness standards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Airworthiness Directive (AD)?

<p>A mandatory requirement for aircraft maintenance or modifications (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term "Fit for Flight" refer to?

<p>An aircraft's operational readiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who issues a Certificate of Airworthiness?

<p>CASA or the relevant aviation authority (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Minimum Equipment List (MEL)?

<p>To define the minimum equipment required for an aircraft to operate legally (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Civil Aviation Act 1988?

<p>To ensure the safety of civil aviation in Australia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Manual of Standards (MOS)?

<p>To support CASR regulations with detailed technical requirements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What authority does CASA have under the Civil Aviation Act 1988?

<p>The ability to issue aviation safety regulations and licenses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which regulatory document contains detailed guidance but is NOT legally binding?

<p>Advisory Circulars (ACS) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) between CASA and the FAA?

<p>Mutual recognition of aviation safety standards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a Category B1 and B2 aircraft maintenance licence?

<p>B1 covers mechanical and structural systems; B2 covers avionics and electrical systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tasks is typically performed by a Category A licence holder?

<p>Line maintenance and simple defect rectification (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum knowledge level required for a Category B2 licence holder?

<p>Level 3 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does an applicant have to complete all required modules for a Part 66 licence?

<p>10 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO)?

<p>Conducting aircraft maintenance in compliance with Part 145 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential component of an AMO's exposition?

<p>The organization's structure and quality system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Safety Management System (SMS)?

<p>A systematic approach to managing aviation safety risks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Part of CASR applies to Continuing Airworthiness Management Organizations (CAMO)?

<p>Part 42 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often must a maintenance organization conduct an internal audit of its SMS?

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

What does a Type Certificate signify?

<p>That an aircraft model meets airworthiness requirements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)?

<p>A modification approval for an aircraft type (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

ICAO Role

Establish international aviation standards and regulations.

Chicago Convention Year

The agreement establishing global aviation standards was signed in 1944.

CASA Function

Regulate civil aviation safety in Australia.

Civil Aviation Orders Purpose

Issue detailed regulatory requirements for aviation.

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Part 66 Responsibility

Certifying aircraft maintenance is a primary responsibility.

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Type Rating Requirement

Large aircraft with specific engine types require a type rating for maintenance certification.

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Category A Licence

Authorizes line maintenance and simple defect rectification.

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Part 145 Purpose

Sets standards for Approved Maintenance Organizations (AMOs).

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Airworthiness Directive (AD)

Mandatory requirement for aircraft maintenance or modifications.

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Certificate of Airworthiness

Confirms an aircraft meets airworthiness requirements and can operate.

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Continuing Airworthiness

Ongoing maintenance and safety compliance of an aircraft.

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Certificate of Release to Service (CRS)

Document confirming maintenance has been completed correctly.

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Maintenance Schedule Purpose

Outlines required maintenance intervals and procedures.

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Special Flight Permit (SFP)

Allows an unairworthy aircraft to fly for repairs.

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Minimum Equipment List (MEL)

Defines the minimum equipment required for an aircraft to operate legally.

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Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA)

Mutual recognition of aviation safety standards.

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Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC)

A CASA-approved method to meet a regulatory requirement.

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Safety Management System (SMS)

A systematic approach to managing aviation safety risks.

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Airworthiness Certificate Categories

Categories include Normal, Utility, and others.

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Maintenance Organization Exposition (MOE)

Outlines how an organization will comply with maintenance regulations.

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Responsibilities of Registered Operators

Ensure that aircraft are maintained according to regulations.

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Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASR)

Regulate civil aviation safety in Australia.

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Investigation of Aircraft Accidents

Primarily conducted by ATSB (Australian Transport Safety Bureau).

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Reporting Major Defects

Responsible party is the aircraft maintenance engineer or certifying staff.

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Maintenance Record Retention

Must retain for 3 years or longer, depending on regulatory requirements.

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Aviation Safety Management System Purpose

Framework for identifying and managing safety risks.

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Aircraft Logbook Purpose

To record completed maintenance tasks and inspections.

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Continuing Airworthiness Management Organizations (CAMO)

Manage airworthiness compliance for aircraft operators.

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Study Notes

Regulatory Framework

  • The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) establishes international aviation standards and regulations.
  • The Chicago Convention was signed in 1944.
  • Australian law, the Air Navigation Act 1920, incorporates ICAO standards.
  • CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) regulates civil aviation safety in Australia.
  • Civil Aviation Orders (CAOs) provide detailed regulatory requirements.

CASA Part 66 - Certifying Staff

  • A primary responsibility of Part 66 certifying staff is certifying aircraft maintenance.
  • Large aircraft with specific engine types require a type rating for maintenance certification.
  • A Category A Aircraft Maintenance Licence authorizes base maintenance and simple defect rectifications.

Approved Maintenance Organizations (Part 145)

  • CASR Part 145 regulates approved maintenance organizations (AMOs).
  • AMOs must have a certified Safety Management System (SMS).
  • Part 145 organizations perform line and base maintenance.
  • An Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) requires CASA approval for certification.

Continuing Airworthiness & Maintenance

  • The registered operator is responsible for the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft.
  • A Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) confirms maintenance completion.
  • A Type Certificate is an approval for an aircraft design meeting airworthiness standards.
  • An Airworthiness Directive (AD) is a mandatory requirement for aircraft maintenance or modifications.
  • The aircraft manufacturer issues a Certificate of Airworthiness.

Aircraft Certification & Airworthiness

  • A Type Certificate signifies that an aircraft model meets airworthiness requirements.
  • A Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) is a modification approval for an aircraft type.
  • An Airworthiness Directive (AD) is issued by CASA or other national authorities.
  • The Certificate of Registration is needed for an aircraft to legally operate.
  • A Special Flight Permit allows an unairworthy aircraft to fly for repairs.

Miscellaneous Topics

  • A large aircraft has a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of more than 5,700 kg.
  • The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) investigates aviation accidents in Australia.
  • A Maintenance Organization Exposition (MOE) outlines how an organization will comply with maintenance regulations.
  • Part 66 licenses cover various aircraft types, including maintenance on structure, engines, and mechanical systems.

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