Fuel Tank Safety Training Level 2
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What is a key aspect of Level 2 training programs regarding fuel tank safety?

  • Learning about the history of aviation fuel.
  • Understanding the role of aviation weather.
  • Understanding the basics of aircraft design.
  • Recognizing improvements in fuel tank system maintenance. (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a focus area in the training program for fuel tank safety?

  • The effects of temperature and pressure.
  • The behavior of fuel and air mixtures.
  • The fire triangle.
  • Firefighting techniques in aviation. (correct)
  • What hazard is specifically highlighted in the context of fuel tank system maintenance?

  • Inadequate communication between teams.
  • Overheating of engine components.
  • Fatigue of maintenance personnel.
  • Risks associated with using Flammability Reduction Systems. (correct)
  • Which of the following practices is essential for maintaining safety when entering a fuel tank?

    <p>Following fuel tank entry and exit procedures. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does configuration control refer to in fuel tank maintenance?

    <p>Maintaining the specified arrangement of components. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a clean working environment emphasized in fuel tank safety training?

    <p>To prevent accidental ignition and contamination. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical component of fuel tank safety regarding fuel-air mixtures?

    <p>Energy needed for ignition. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT considered an aspect of fuel tank safety training?

    <p>Improvement in fuel efficiency standards. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two primary regulatory documents that make up Part 145?

    <p>CASR Part 145 and Manual of Standards Part 145 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material (AMC/GM) document?

    <p>To provide guidance to Part 145 AMOs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT included in the requirements of the Part 145 MOS content?

    <p>Financial Management Systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) include in its Exposition regarding Safety Management Systems?

    <p>A written SMS that meets the minimum requirements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intended outcome of the style in which the Part 145 MOS is drafted?

    <p>To enable organizations to author clear Exposition procedures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary requirement for an organisation to provide maintenance services for Regular Public Transport aircraft under CASR Part 145?

    <p>Approval under CASR Part 145 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How closely does the structure of Part 145 of CASR 1998 follow EASA regulations?

    <p>It closely follows EASA Annex II (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What system is mandated by Part 145 to ensure safety standards are met?

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

    Which aspect is emphasized in the considerations of procedures under Part 145?

    <p>Human performance limitations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intent of the regulations under Part 145?

    <p>To amalgamate requirements into a consolidated structure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which types of organisations does Part 145 apply?

    <p>Organisations maintaining RPT aircraft and products (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of training is required under Part 145?

    <p>Human factors training (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for staff to perform maintenance under an organisation’s authorisation according to Part 145?

    <p>Certifying and formal authorisation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the storage facilities in an AMO?

    <p>To segregate serviceable and unserviceable aeronautical products (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles is NOT explicitly required in an AMO's personnel requirements?

    <p>Maintenance Technician (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the Accountable Manager in an AMO ensure?

    <p>All maintenance can be financed and completed to the standard required (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature that storage facilities in an AMO must comply with?

    <p>Manufacturer’s instructions for product maintenance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the aircraft hangar visit plan include?

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    What is the purpose of providing an appropriate level of security to the storage facilities?

    <p>To prevent unauthorized access to equipment and products (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT relate to ensuring the serviceability of equipment in an AMO?

    <p>Regular training for all personnel on equipment care (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the role of a Safety Manager important in an AMO?

    <p>To manage risks associated with aeronautical operations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is NOT classified as specialist maintenance?

    <p>Minor scheduled line maintenance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for an employee to perform certification and issue certificates of release to service (CRS) in line maintenance?

    <p>They must hold a Category B licence and be authorised by the AMO. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following repairs requires specific written approval from CASA?

    <p>In-flight entertainment equipment maintenance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can carry out non-destructive penetrant tests using portable equipment?

    <p>Individuals holding a B1 licence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category of maintenance is included in the definition of specialist maintenance?

    <p>Sheet metal repairs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for an employee to be classified as a qualified specialist maintenance employee?

    <p>Authorization by the AMO. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tasks is considered general maintenance and not specialist maintenance?

    <p>General interior furnishing repairs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option is excluded from being classified as specialist maintenance?

    <p>Repairs to seat floor fittings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for base maintenance of small aircraft by an AMO?

    <p>A sufficient number of appropriately qualified Category B licence holders must be present. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must aeronautical product certifying employees have to issue a Certificate of Release to Service?

    <p>Authorization from an AMO. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can AMOs authorize individuals to issue Certificates of Release to Service?

    <p>If the individual holds an Aircraft Engineer Licence relevant to the authorization. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation applies to a person authorized to issue CRSs if they hold an Aircraft Engineer Licence?

    <p>The authorisation is limited by the licence category or subcategory. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be present for an AMO's maintenance certifications to be valid?

    <p>Specialist maintenance employees when applicable. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one condition under which persons can issue Aeronautical Product Certificates of Release to Service?

    <p>They must be authorized by the AMO. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial requirement for issuing Certificates of Release to Service within an AMO?

    <p>An appropriate license for every different aircraft type. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding maintenance certification in an AMO?

    <p>Authorization is limited by the licence details for specific aircraft/engine combinations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Fuel Tank Safety (FTS)

    A set of practices and procedures for safe fuel tank handling and maintenance in aviation.

    Personnel Training (FTS)

    Training required before issuing airworthiness review certificates or certifying maintenance tasks on aircraft or aeronautical products related to fuel tank safety.

    Fuel Tank Safety Training Facilities

    Training facilities with examples of aeronautical products, systems, and parts relating to fuel tank safety.

    Fuel-Air Mixture Explosions

    A key area of study in fuel tank safety regarding the dangerous reactions of fuel and air mixtures.

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    Flammability Reduction System (FRS)

    A system using nitrogen to reduce flammability in fuel systems.

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    Configuration Control

    Maintaining the correct arrangement of parts during fuel tank maintenance.

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    Fuel Tank Entry/Exit Procedures

    Specific steps for safely entering and exiting fuel tanks in aircraft maintenance.

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    Clean Working Environment

    Essential for preventing fuel-related hazards, emphasizing a clean environment during fuel tank maintenance.

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    Part 145 of CASR 1998

    Part 145 of CASR 1998 establishes national requirements for organisations providing maintenance services for Regular Public Transport (RPT) aircraft and their aeronautical products.

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    Approved Maintenance Organisations (MOS)

    Organizations approved under CASR Part 145, responsible for maintaining aircraft and aeronautical products for RPT operations.

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    CASR Part 145

    National requirements for maintenance organizations providing services for Regular Public Transport (RPT) aircraft and their aeronautical products.

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    Safety Management Systems (SMS)

    Systems required by Part 145, aligned with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARP) amendments, to manage safety.

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    Human Factors Training

    Training requirements in Part 145 to account for human performance limitations in maintenance processes.

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    Production Planning

    A process used to effectively schedule manpower and workloads for maintenance, as outlined in Part 145.

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    Regular Public Transport (RPT)

    Aircraft operations categorized for scheduled passenger transport.

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    EASA Annex II (Part 145)

    A referenced document that serves as a structure template, having a very similar order of provisions to the CASR part 145 Maintenance Organizations.

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    Part 145 MOS

    The Manual of Standards for Part 145, which specifies requirements for Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) approval.

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    AMO

    An Approved Maintenance Organisation, following rules/standards.

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    SMS

    Safety Management System; a written system an AMO must follow.

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    Exposition

    A written document showing how an organisation meets the requirements of Part 145.

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    What's an AMO's storage requirement?

    An AMO must have storage facilities that separate serviceable from unserviceable items, comply with manufacturer instructions, and provide security against unauthorized access.

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    What is an AMO's aircraft hangar visit plan?

    The AMO must have a plan outlining their intended use of hangar facilities and a process for keeping it updated. This plan is part of the Exposition.

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    Who makes up the core AMO management group?

    An AMO needs an Accountable Manager, Responsible Manager, Safety Manager, Quality Manager, and appropriately qualified personnel.

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    Accountable Manager's role

    The Accountable Manager ensures that the AMO can finance and perform all maintenance required by customers to the standards outlined in the Exposition.

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    AMO's Exposition

    The AMO's Exposition is a crucial document outlining their operational procedures and standards for conducting maintenance.

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    What is a 'serviceable' aeronautical product?

    An aeronautical product (like equipment or tools) is considered 'serviceable' if it meets all manufacturer specifications and is in a condition to perform its intended function safely.

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    Unserviceable aeronautical product

    An aeronautical product is 'unserviceable' if it's damaged, missing parts, or otherwise unable to perform its function safely.

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    Manufacturer's instructions

    These instructions are provided by the manufacturer of the aeronautical product and outline how to store, maintain, and handle the product to keep it in a safe and serviceable condition.

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    Specialist Maintenance

    Maintenance work requiring specialized skills and knowledge, specifically approved by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) for a particular Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO).

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    Non-destructive Testing (NDT)

    A type of specialist maintenance that inspects components for defects without damaging them. Methods like ultrasonic testing or X-rays are used.

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    Sheet Metal Repair

    A specialist maintenance category that focuses on repairing aircraft components made of sheet metal.

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    On-wing Engine Maintenance

    Specialist maintenance conducted on aircraft engines while still attached to the aircraft. This type of maintenance typically involves tasks like inspections and adjustments.

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    Boroscope Inspections

    A type of specialist maintenance that uses a long, flexible instrument with a camera to inspect hard-to-reach areas of an aircraft, such as engine cylinders.

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    Line Maintenance

    Regular maintenance tasks carried out on an aircraft while it is in service, typically at an airport.

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    Category B Licence

    A license for aircraft maintenance personnel who can perform line maintenance and issue Certificates of Release to Service (CRS) after completing maintenance.

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    Category A Licence

    A license for aircraft maintenance personnel who can perform only minor scheduled line maintenance and simple defect rectification.

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    Aeronautical Product CRS

    A Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) issued by an Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) for an aeronautical product.

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    Maintenance Certification

    The process of verifying that maintenance on an aircraft has been performed correctly and meets safety standards.

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    Certificate of Release to Service (CRS)

    A document issued by a licensed and authorized individual certifying that an aircraft is fit for service after maintenance.

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    AMO Authorization

    Permission granted by an Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) to an individual to perform maintenance certification and issue CRSs.

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    Aircraft Engineer Licence (AEL)

    A license held by individuals trained to perform aircraft maintenance tasks, with specific category and aircraft/engine combinations.

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    AEL Category and Subcategory

    An AEL license has categories (e.g., B) and subcategories for specific aircraft/engine combinations, limiting authorized maintenance activities.

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    Australian Part 66 AEL

    An Australian Aircraft Engineer Licence (AEL) that meets the requirements of Part 66 of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASR).

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    Study Notes

    Engine Ground-Run Training

    • Engine ground-run training can be conducted in aircraft, simulators, or a combination
    • Requires classroom training, briefings, and debriefings
    • Trained by a person certified in workplace training and assessment, competent to conduct engine runs
    • Authorization may be limited to simulator training, trainer needing only a CASR Part 66 licence rating for the engine.
    • For aircraft training, the trainer needs a rated CASR Part 66 licence or other appropriate authorization (e.g., a licensed pilot)
    • Training must follow normal maintenance procedures
    • Training and assessment should be clearly distinguished
    • Students shouldn't be assessed on emergency procedures if they haven't been trained on them

    Assessment

    • Satisfactory completion demonstrated by completing all procedures and answering questions
    • Questions can be asked before, during, or after the run session (briefing, run, or debriefing)
    • Questions should be relevant to the current operations to prevent distraction and confusion for the student(s)

    Records

    • Records of satisfactory completion must be kept permanently in the student's training records or personal file.
    • The records should be verified by the trainer/assessor and include the date(s) of the training/assessment.

    Fuel Tank Safety Training

    • Training level required is 2

    Level 2 Objectives

    • Understand the history, theory, and practice of fuel tank safety, including CDCCL (Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations) and ALI (Airworthiness Limitation Items).
    • Combine knowledge logically and comprehensively.
    • Understand how fuel tank items affect the aircraft in the organization's operations.
    • Apply manufacturer and regulatory data for instructions on design and maintenance (e.g., Service Bulletins, Directives, Manuals).
    • Identify fuel tank safety components.
    • Understand the safety implications related to fuel tank operations.

    Continuation Training

    • Interval between continuation training shouldn't exceed two years.
    • Training should cover material evolution, tools, documentation, and manufacturer/CASA directives.

    General Requirements

    • Training should be conducted in facilities with examples of aeronautical products and systems affected by fuel tank safety issues.
    • Training should include a representative number of repairs and inspections from the maintenance program, demonstrating the necessity for manufacturer data.

    Characteristics of the Training

    • Understand fuel tank safety concepts developed in the last 10 years.
    • Recognize, interpret, and handle improvements in fuel tank system maintenance.
    • Recognize hazards of working on fuel systems, especially systems using nitrogen for flammability reduction (FRS).
    • Cover theoretical background of fuel tank safety, including explosions of fuel/air mixtures, environmental behavior, effects of temperature and pressure, and fire triangle.
    • Fuel tank safety and maintenance procedures, including entry/exit procedures, clean working environments, configuration control, and wire separation/bonding.
    • Understand flammability reduction systems (FRS).
    • Recognize safety precautions when working with an FRS and nitrogen.

    Taxiing Aircraft Authorisation

    • Part 31 and Part 66 licenses do not authorize taxiing
    • Separate taxi approval is required by a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)
    • Part 64 authorizations for non-licensed personnel are for taxiing aeroplanes.
    • Training is conducted under ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) standards, equal to CASA-certificated training operations.
    • Competency assessments every five years are required

    Getting a Certificate of Competency

    • Can be granted by flight examiner, pilot instructor, CASA-approved person, or CASA.
    • After proving competency, a certificate will be issued.

    Approved Maintenance Organisations I (10.3)

    • Explain the structure and intent of Part 145 of CASR 1998 (Level 2).

    CASR Part 145 Introduction

    • Follows the structure of EASA Annex II(Part 145).
    • Provides uniform national requirements for organizations providing maintenance services (for RPT aircraft and products)
    • Applies to companies maintaining aircraft for RPT AOCs

    Regulatory Documents

    • CASR Part 145 and Manual of Standards (MOS)
    • MOS specifies requirements for AMO approval, with considerations of regulation in conjunction with the MOS
    • AMCs (Acceptable Means of Compliance) and GMs (Guidance Materials) provide further guidance.

    Approved Maintenance Organizations (AMOS) Safety Management Systems

    • AMO must have a safety policy and objectives, documented safety manager appointment, and SMS implementation plan, including coordination of emergency response.
    • Risk management plan with hazard identification and mitigation processes, and safety assurance system processes, such as performance monitoring and measurement.
    • Safety promotion system with training, education, and communication
    • Internal reporting system and investigation process to record, analyze, and integrate safety data.
    • Exposition should demonstrate compliance with CASR Part 42, Part 145, and Part 145 MOS.

    Exposition

    • Describes how the organization complies with CASR Part 42, Part 145, and Part 145 MOS.
    • Includes procedures for organizational structure, facilities, tooling, and equipment.

    AMO Requirements (I) Maintenance Facility Requirements

    • Facilities must be appropriate for typical maintenance, considering weather conditions.
    • Comfortable temperature, sufficient lighting, no excessive noise, and dedicated work areas.
    • Proper work areas separation to avoid contamination, base maintenance must have sufficient aircraft hangars, and storage facilities.

    Office Accommodation

    • Offices must be conducive to performing duties (environmental conditions, no excessive noise).

    Storage Facilities

    • Storage must separate serviceable from unserviceable aeronautical products, equipment, and tools.
    • Manufacturer's instructions must be followed for maintenance.
    • Must have security to prevent unauthorized access.

    Personnel Requirements

    • Required personnel: Accountable Manager, Responsible Manager, Quality Manager, Safety Manager, and appropriately qualified personnel.

    Accountable Manager

    • Ensure the AMO has sufficient resources to comply with its approved Exposition.
    • Ensures that the safety and quality policies are established and promoted.
    • Has an understanding of Part 145 MOS and the AMO's Exposition, and must ensure the AMO complies with CASR 1998 stipulations.

    Responsible Manager

    • Responsible for maintaining compliance within their area of responsibility.

    Quality Manager

    • Ensures the AMO complies with quality and compliance requirements, keeps the Accountable Manager informed, and is responsible for monitoring the AMO's quality system.

    Safety Manager

    • Ensures that the AMO complies with safety matters, keeps the Accountable Manager informed, and is responsible for the Safety Management System in accordance with part 145 MOS.

    Organisational Chart

    • Diagrammatic representation of the hierarchical structure of an organization, showing employee roles and relationships.

    Man-Hour Plan

    • Maintenance man-hour plan included in the Exposition to show employee staffing for planned maintenance.
    • Includes procedures for when actual employee availability is less than the planned staffing for a work shift.

    Employee Qualifications

    • AMO Exposition must specify standards for competence of individuals involved in maintenance, management, or quality audit tasks.
    • Ensure those individuals meet the standards for the tasks they're authorized to perform.
    • Includes understanding of the application of human factors.

    Requirements for Certifying Employees

    • AMO may authorize employees for specialist tasks if specifications for qualifications are outlined in the Exposition.
    • Training and authorization must comply with Part 145 MOS requirements.
    • Categories of specialist employees include non-destructive testing (NDT), welding, sheet metal repairs, on-wing engine maintenance, borescope inspections, in-flight entertainment, interior maintenance, and other maintenance tasks approved by CASA.
    • If an employee holds a B1 licence, they can conduct non-destructive penetrant tests using portable equipment as per approved maintenance data.

    Requirements for Line Maintenance

    • A sufficient number of appropriately type-rated and licensed Category B employees to perform maintenance certification and issue certificates of release to service (CRS) for aircraft maintenance.
    • Category A employees trained for line maintenance on specified aircraft types, authorized to perform minor maintenance as per Appendix II to Part 145 MOS, issue CRSs within approval scope
    • A register of certifying employees must be maintained.

    Base Maintenance – Large Aircraft

    • Requirements include a sufficient number of Category C licence holders for ensuring maintenance compliance, assessing work requirements, and deferring work if necessary.
    • Requirements for Category B licence holders to perform maintenance certification before a Category C licence holder.

    Base Maintenance – Small Aircraft

    • Requirements for a sufficient number of Category B licence holding employees.
    • Maintenance certification and issuance of certificates of release to service.

    Aeronautical Products

    • Certification of aeronautical products by authorized personnel in accordance with AMO procedures and Exposition.

    Maintenance Certification and Certificates of Release to Service

    • Authorization details include licence category, aircraft/engine combination, specified locations, and required training.

    Single Maintenance Events

    • If aircraft is grounded at a location without available qualified staff, certifying tasks may be authorized by designated AMO staff or individuals with specified experience (provided that this is outlined in the AMO's Exposition).
    • An authorization must be provided to CASA, outlining details of the authorization, within 7 days.
    • Follow-up maintenance that is required after a single event should be identified promptly.

    Certification Authorisations

    • AMO must provide written details of certification authorisation scope, limitations, issuance and expiry dates, and a reference number.

    Records of Certifying Employees

    • AMO must maintain records of certifying employees, including training history, certification authorisations, licence qualifications, experience details, and records
    • Records must be stored for a minimum of two years.
    • Copies provided to employees upon request.

    CASA Requests for Copies of Certification Authorisations

    • AMO or certifying employee required to provide a copy of certification authorisations to CASA within 24 hours of receiving a request.

    Category A Aircraft Maintenance Licence

    • Training by CASA-authorized organisations (Part 145 or 147).
    • Training should involve both practical hands-on work and theory.

    Category A Licence Training Syllabus, Training and Assessment

    • AMO may provide training and assessment for aircraft maintenance certification.
    • Syllabus details are contained in the AMO's Exposition.

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