Chap 9 Flashcards
What is ASE?
ASE is defined as non-airborne mechanical and electrical equipment used in the maintenance or operational support of aircraft and associated systems, weapon systems, airfield facilities, mechanical transport, synthetic trainers, and ground radio installations.
What are the two types of ASE?
*Standard ASE
is applicable to more than one aircraft or system type
*Special to Type ASE
is specific to a particular aircraft or system type.
What does ASE not include?
ASE does not include electrical engineering test equipment.
What are the ASE maintenance categories?
There are three categories: Category 1 (Minor ASE with no scheduled maintenance), Category 2 (Major ASE requiring scheduled maintenance), and Category 3 (road-going equipment with its own maintenance events).
What is Category 1 Equipment?
Category 1 Equipment has no scheduled preventative maintenance and is maintained by the user section, such as aircraft ladders.
What is Category 2 Equipment?
Category 2 Equipment requires scheduled preventative maintenance and is referred to as Major ASE.
What is Category 3 Equipment?
Category 3 Equipment is road-going equipment/vehicle with a registration plate and has its own maintenance events.
What is required for Category 2 equipment management?
All Category 2 equipment requires a unique Item Serial Number for effective management.
What is the format of the unique Item Serial Number for Major ASE?
The format includes a three-letter type code, a three-digit unit identifier serial number, and a further three-digit unique number (001 to 999).
What are the user responsibilities for Category 1 Equipment?
Users must conduct pre-use examinations, corrective maintenance within their skills, and return defective equipment to the ASE maintenance facility.
What are the user responsibilities for Category 2 Equipment?
Users must conduct pre-use examinations, report unserviceability, replenish consumable stores, and ensure sufficient fuel levels.
What are the ASE maintenance section responsibilities for Category 1 Equipment?
The ASE maintenance section is responsible for corrective maintenance beyond the trade skills of the user section.
What are the ASE maintenance section responsibilities for Category 2 Equipment?
The ASE maintenance facility is responsible for carrying out scheduled preventative maintenance on all Category 2 ASE.
What is required before and after using equipment?
All equipment must undergo a pre-use and after-use examination by a suitably trained person, typically the operator.
What must the operator establish during the pre-use and after-use examination?
The operator must ensure that all relevant safety precautions have been carried out and that the equipment is fully replenished with secure and undamaged fittings.
Is there a requirement to sign for a pre-use or after-use examination?
No, there is no requirement to sign for a pre-use or after-use examination.
What is ‘As Required Servicing’?
As Required Servicing is performed on non-powered equipment in regular use as stated in the relevant equipment support publication.
What is the servicing frequency for powered equipment running over 12 hours per day?
The equipment should be shut down once every 12 hours for refuelling, oil, and water level checks.
What is the servicing frequency for powered equipment accumulating 5 hours and over but under 12 hours running hours per day?
Servicing should be done once every 24 hours.
What is the servicing frequency for powered equipment in regular use (over 10 hours per month but less than 5 hours per day)?
Servicing should be done once every 7-day period.
What is the servicing frequency for powered equipment that is not in regular use?
Servicing should be done at least once every 28-day period.
What is After-Use Servicing?
After-Use Servicing is carried out by the ASE maintenance section to determine the serviceability of equipment after a specified period of operational use.
What should be done in case of damage to equipment?
All incidents of damage to equipment must be reported through the Chain of Command to the relevant authority.
