M10.6 CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS Flashcards

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What is the responsibility of the holder of a type-certificate regarding failures and malfunctions?

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To have a system for collecting, investigating, and analyzing reports related to failures, malfunctions, and defects affecting airworthiness.

This includes making information available to operators and authorized persons.

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What must be reported to the CAA by the holder of a type-certificate?

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Any failure, malfunction, defect, or occurrence related to a product that may result in an unsafe condition, reported within 72 hours of identification.

Reports must follow the form and manner established by the CAA.

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What is an airworthiness directive (AD)?

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A document issued by the CAA mandating actions to restore safety when an unsafe condition is determined to exist in an aircraft.

It applies to deficiencies in the aircraft or its components.

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When must the CAA issue an airworthiness directive?

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When an unsafe condition is determined to exist in an aircraft and is likely to exist or develop in other aircraft.

The unsafe condition may result from deficiencies in the aircraft or its components.

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What must the holder of a type-certificate do when an AD is issued?

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Propose corrective actions or required inspections and submit details to the CAA for approval.

After approval, they must provide necessary instructions to operators.

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What is an Alternative Method of Compliance (AMOC) to an AD?

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A different way of meeting the intent of an AD that may be approved by the CAA if it demonstrates an equivalent level of safety.

AMOCs can be linked to changes or Supplemental Type Certificates.

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What is a Sensitive Security Airworthiness Directive (SSAD)?

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An AD that includes security-sensitive information and mandates corrective actions related to airworthiness issues impacting aircraft security.

SSADs are disseminated on a ‘need to know’ basis.

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What does Part 21: Subpart M cover?

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The procedure for the approval of repair design of products, parts, or appliances and the rights and obligations of applicants and holders of those approvals.

It distinguishes between standard repairs and those requiring approval.

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What defines a repair according to Subpart M?

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The elimination of damage and/or restoration to an airworthy condition after the initial release to service by the manufacturer.

Replacement of parts without design activity is considered a maintenance task.

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What are standard repairs?

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Repairs related to specific aircraft types that follow design data included in certification specifications issued by the CAA.

They include acceptable methods and practices for carrying out repairs.

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What must an applicant for repair design approval demonstrate?

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Compliance with Type Certification basis, environmental protection requirements, and submit data as required by the CAA.

This includes declaring compliance with Certification Specifications.

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How is a repair design classified?

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As either ‘major’ or ‘minor’ according to criteria for changes to the type-certificate.

Approval can be granted by the CAA or an approved design organization.

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What are the requirements for the production of repair parts?

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Parts must be manufactured in accordance with production data by an approved production or maintenance organization.

This ensures compliance with the repair design approval.

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What is required for the embodiment of a repair?

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It must be done in accordance with applicable EU regulations or by an approved production organization.

Installation instructions must be provided to the repair organization.

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What happens if damage is left unrepaired?

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The evaluation for airworthiness consequences can only be made by the CAA or an approved design organization.

Necessary limitations must be communicated to the operator.

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What must be retained by the repair design approval holder?

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All relevant design information, drawings, test reports, and evidence of design approval.

This is crucial for ensuring continued airworthiness.

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What must the holder of the repair design approval furnish to operators?

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A complete set of changes to instructions for continued airworthiness resulting from the repair design.

Updates must also be provided after the repair is approved.

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What is the focus of Part-M in relation to continuing airworthiness?

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It lays down requirements to ensure the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft in service.

This includes maintenance schedules and rectifying defects.

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What is the purpose of maintenance in continuing airworthiness?

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To keep an aircraft in an airworthy condition as it operates and to rectify any defects or damage.

Maintenance schedules detail necessary inspections and actions.

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What does Subpart F concern?

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Maintenance for small non-complex aircraft and obtaining a maintenance approval.

Subpart F regulations are no longer in use as of March 2022.

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What does Part-M Section A encompass?

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Part-M Section A is divided into nine subparts designated A to I, covering all aircraft types except for Subparts F and G.

The nine subparts are: A – General, B – Accountability, C – Continuing Airworthiness, D – Maintenance Standards, E – Components, F – Maintenance Organisation, G – Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO), H – Certificate of Release to Service (CRS), I – Airworthiness Review Certificate.

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What is the focus of Subpart F?

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Subpart F concerns small organisations maintaining small non-complex aircraft and their parts and obtaining subpart F maintenance approval.

Subpart F Regulations are no longer in use as of 24 March 2022 and have been replaced by Annex Vd (Part-CAO).

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What does Subpart G require?

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Subpart G states the requirements for an organisation wishing to gain approval as a Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO) and performing airworthiness reviews if approved.

Subpart G Regulations are no longer in use as of 24 March 2022 and have been replaced by Annex Vc (Part-CAMO).

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What is the status of Part-CAMO and Part-CAO in the current syllabus?

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Part-CAMO and Part-CAO will not be delivered as part of the course until the Part-66 syllabus changes.

Subpart F and Subpart G will still require delivery, with Subpart G questions being part of Part-M requirements under 10.6.

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Which subpart addresses the general measures to maintain airworthiness?
Subpart A – General establishes measures to ensure the airworthiness of aircraft is maintained, including maintenance. ## Footnote It specifies the conditions to be met by the persons or organisations involved in such activities.
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True or False: Subpart F and Subpart G have been replaced after 24 March 2022.
True ## Footnote Subpart F is replaced by Annex Vd (Part-CAO) and Subpart G by Annex Vc (Part-CAMO).
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Fill in the blank: Subpart G is related to _______.
Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO) ## Footnote It includes the performance of airworthiness reviews if approved.
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List the subparts that concern all aircraft types.
* A – General * B – Accountability * C – Continuing Airworthiness * D – Maintenance Standards * E – Components * H – Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) * I – Airworthiness Review Certificate ## Footnote Subparts F and G do not concern all aircraft types.
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Who is responsible for the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft?
The owner of the aircraft.
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What are the requirements that must be met before a flight can take place?
* The aircraft is maintained in an airworthy condition * Operational and emergency equipment is correctly installed and serviceable * The airworthiness certificate is valid * Maintenance is performed in accordance with the AMP specified in point M.A.302.
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When does the responsibility of the aircraft owner transfer to the lessee?
* The lessee is stipulated on the registration document * Detailed in the leasing contract.
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What does the term 'owner' encompass in this context?
The owner or the lessee, as applicable.
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Who is responsible for the pre-flight inspection of the aircraft?
The pilot-in-command or the operator in the case of air carriers.
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What must the operator ensure regarding the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft?
* No flight takes place unless conditions are met * Approval as a continuing airworthiness management organisation (CAMO) * Obtain Part-145 approval for maintenance or have a written contract with an approved Part-145.
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What is required for maintenance of complex motor-powered aircraft used by licensed air carriers?
The continuing airworthiness function must be conducted by the operator with approvals as part of their Air Operator’s Certificate.
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What must organisations approved under Part-M implement?
A system of occurrence reporting for un-airworthy conditions.
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What is the timeframe for reporting an un-airworthy condition?
Within 72 hours of discovery.
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What tasks are included in ensuring aircraft continuing airworthiness?
* Accomplishment of pre-flight inspections * Rectification of damage or defect * Maintenance according to schedule * Compliance with the Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) * Accomplishment of Airworthiness Directives (AD) * Modifications and repairs * Maintenance check flights.
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What does the Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) include?
Scheduled maintenance tasks and associated procedures.
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What must the AMP demonstrate compliance with?
* Instructions issued by the CAA * Airworthiness Directives (ADs) * Service Bulletins (SBs).
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What is the purpose of a reliability programme in aircraft maintenance?
To ensure maintenance programme tasks are effective and their periodicity is adequate.
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True or False: Airworthiness directives must be carried out unless specified otherwise by the CAA.
True.
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What must be included in the aircraft continuing airworthiness record system?
* Date of entry * Total in-service life * Continuing airworthiness records * Current mass and balance report * Status of ADs and modifications.
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How long must records be kept when an aircraft is permanently withdrawn from service?
At least 12 months.
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What is the aircraft technical log system used for?
Recording defects and malfunctions during aircraft operation and maintenance details.
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What information should Section 1 of the aircraft technical log contain?
* Registered name and address of the operator * Aircraft type * Complete international registration marks.
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What details should be recorded in Section 3 of the aircraft technical log?
* Aircraft type and registration mark * Date and place of take-off and landing * Times of take-off and landing * Running total of flying hours * Details of any failures or defects affecting airworthiness.
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What does a Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) signify?
Completion of maintenance and confirmation that the aircraft is airworthy.
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Fill in the blank: The aircraft continuing airworthiness record system must contain the current _______.
[mass and balance report].
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What information must be recorded regarding de-icing/anti-icing fluid residues?
Any other information required by the operator's procedures to assess whether inspections for elimination of residues are necessary. ## Footnote This ensures flight safety by addressing potential hazards from fluid residues.
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What supplementary information may need to be recorded during pre-flight inspections?
The time spent in engine power ranges, number of landings affecting aircraft life, and flight cycles or pressure cycles affecting aircraft components. ## Footnote These metrics help assess the wear and tear on aircraft components.
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What should Section 3 of the technical log contain?
Information about engine power ranges, number of landings, flight cycles, and a layout to distinguish between post-flight and pre-flight requirements. ## Footnote This ensures clear documentation of aircraft status.
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What is the purpose of Section 4 in the technical log?
To contain details of all deferred defects that may affect the safe operation of the aircraft. ## Footnote This section is crucial for ensuring that the aircraft commander is aware of any issues.
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What is required when transferring aircraft continuing airworthiness records?
Ensure that all continuing airworthiness records and technical log systems are transferred to the new owner or operator. ## Footnote This maintains compliance with airworthiness regulations.
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What constitutes applicable maintenance data?
Requirements, procedures, standards, CAA directives, and instructions for continuing airworthiness issued by certificate holders. ## Footnote Access to current data is essential for effective maintenance.
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What must be ensured during the performance of maintenance?
Qualified personnel, organized and clean work area, adherence to maintenance data standards, and verification of completed tasks. ## Footnote These practices help minimize errors and ensure safety.
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What is the protocol for rectifying aircraft defects?
Defects that hazard safe operation must be rectified before flight; others should be addressed as soon as practicable. ## Footnote This protocol is critical for maintaining airworthiness.
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What are the categories for classifying components?
* Satisfactory condition * Unserviceable * Unsalvageable * Standard parts * Raw and consumable material ## Footnote This classification aids in managing component integrity.
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What must be done with life-limited parts and time-controlled components?
They must not exceed approved limitations and must be removed for maintenance or disposal when limitations expire. ## Footnote This ensures compliance with safety regulations.
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What requirements must maintenance organizations meet to qualify for approval?
Organizations must provide a manual detailing scope of work, compliance procedures, and staff qualifications. ## Footnote This ensures that maintenance meets regulatory standards.
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What is required in the maintenance organization manual?
* Statement from accountable manager * Scope of work * Names of responsible personnel * Organization chart * List of certifying staff * Maintenance compliance procedures ## Footnote This manual serves as a guiding document for organizational practices.
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What should be done with unserviceable components?
They should be identified, stored securely, and not reused until their status is resolved. ## Footnote Proper management prevents safety risks associated with faulty components.
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What personnel requirements must maintenance organizations fulfill?
Appoint an accountable manager, ensure staff qualifications, and maintain sufficient certifying staff. ## Footnote This structure is essential for effective oversight and compliance.
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True or False: All maintenance must be performed in a clean and organized area.
True ## Footnote This is vital to minimize contamination and ensure safety during maintenance.
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Fill in the blank: All components must be classified into satisfactory condition, unserviceable, __________, standard parts, and material.
unsalvageable ## Footnote This classification is important for managing aircraft components effectively.
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What is the basis for issuing limited certifying staff authorisation to the aircraft commander?
The flight crew licence, provided sufficient practical training has been carried out. ## Footnote This ensures the commander can accomplish the task to the required standard.
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What are the qualifications required for airworthiness review staff for ELA1 aircraft?
They must hold a certifying staff authorisation and have at least three years of experience as certifying staff. ## Footnote They must also be independent from the continuing airworthiness management process.
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What knowledge must airworthiness review staff acquire?
Knowledge of Subpart C of Annex (Part-M) or Subpart C of Annex Vb (Part-ML) and procedures of the maintenance organisation relevant to the airworthiness review. ## Footnote This ensures they understand the processes involved.
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What is required for certifying staff to exercise their privileges?
They must demonstrate compliance with point (b) of point 66.A.20 of Annex III (Part-66) and have an adequate understanding of relevant aircraft and associated organisation procedures. ## Footnote This is essential for maintaining safety standards.
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In unforeseen cases where an aircraft is grounded, who can issue a one-off certification authorisation?
An employee holding type qualifications on similar aircraft or a person with at least three years maintenance experience holding a valid ICAO aircraft maintenance licence. ## Footnote This is applicable when no approved organisation is available at the location.
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What must the approved maintenance organisation record regarding certifying staff?
All details concerning certifying staff and airworthiness review staff and maintain a current list of them. ## Footnote This is part of the organisation's manual pursuant to point M.A.604(a)5.
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What must an organisation hold regarding tools and equipment?
They must hold specified tools as necessary for maintenance and demonstrate access to equipment used occasionally. ## Footnote Tools must be controlled and calibrated to an officially recognised standard.
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What is required for maintenance data used by the approved maintenance organisation?
The organisation must hold and use applicable current maintenance data for maintenance, modifications, and repairs. ## Footnote Customer-provided data can only be used when maintenance work is in progress.
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What must be established before commencing maintenance work?
A written work order agreed between the organisation and the maintenance requester. ## Footnote This ensures clarity on the maintenance to be carried out.
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What must be issued upon completion of all required aircraft maintenance?
An aircraft Certificate of Release to Service (CRS). ## Footnote This is in accordance with point M.A.801 or point ML.A.801.
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What is the requirement for any aircraft component before it can be fitted to an aircraft?
It must have a valid Certificate of Release to Service (CRS). ## Footnote Exception: components manufactured locally under Part-M approval.
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How long must maintenance records be retained by the approved maintenance organisation?
For three years from the date the aircraft or component was released from the organisation. ## Footnote Includes maintaining records related to airworthiness review certificates.
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What privileges does a maintenance organisation approved under Subpart F have?
Maintain approved aircraft/components, arrange specialised services, issue certificates of release to service, and perform airworthiness reviews for specified aircraft. ## Footnote This is conditional on having necessary facilities and staff.
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What is required for the continuing airworthiness management organisation to maintain its approval?
It must organise regular organisational reviews. ## Footnote This is to ensure compliance with the requirements of the relevant regulations.
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What findings are classified as Level 1 findings?
Significant non-compliance that lowers safety standards and seriously endangers flight safety. ## Footnote These require immediate corrective action.
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What must an application for continuing airworthiness management organisation approval include?
A form and manner established by the CAA. ## Footnote This is necessary for the approval process.
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What information must the continuing airworthiness management exposition contain?
A signed statement by the accountable manager, organisation's scope of work, names of key personnel, an organisation chart, and procedures for compliance. ## Footnote This exposition must be approved by the CAA.
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What are the personnel requirements for a continuing airworthiness management organisation?
An accountable manager, a nominated post-holder, and sufficient qualified staff for required work. ## Footnote This ensures effective management and compliance.
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What experience is required for airworthiness review staff for aircraft used by licensed air carriers?
At least 5 years' experience in continuing airworthiness plus an appropriate license or aeronautical degree. ## Footnote Additional experience is required if a Part-66 licence is not held.
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To issue airworthiness review certificates, what is required for airworthiness review staff for ELA1 aircraft?
At least 3 years' experience in continuing airworthiness and appropriate qualifications. ## Footnote Experience increases if a Part-66 licence is not held.
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What is required for a staff member to be part of the continuing airworthiness management?
An appropriate license in compliance with Annex III (Part-66) or an aeronautical degree or a national equivalent, appropriate aeronautical maintenance training, and a position within the approved organisation with appropriate responsibilities. ## Footnote If the member of staff does not possess a Part-66 licence, they require an additional 4 years of experience in continuing airworthiness, totaling 7 years.
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Under what condition can airworthiness review staff be issued an authorisation?
They can be issued an authorisation when formally accepted by the CAA after satisfactory completion of an airworthiness review under the supervision of the CAA or the organisation's airworthiness review staff. ## Footnote This must be in accordance with a procedure approved by the CAA.
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What must the organisation ensure regarding airworthiness review staff?
The organisation must ensure that aircraft airworthiness review staff can demonstrate appropriate recent continuing airworthiness management experience.
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How should airworthiness review staff be identified?
They shall be identified by listing each person in the continuing airworthiness management exposition along with their airworthiness review authorisation reference.
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What records must the organisation maintain for airworthiness review staff?
A record that includes details of any appropriate qualification held, a summary of relevant continuing airworthiness management experience and training, and a copy of the authorisation. ## Footnote This record must be retained until two years after the airworthiness review staff have left the organisation.
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What does M.A.708 outline for continuing airworthiness management?
It outlines that all continuing airworthiness management must be carried out in accordance with Section A, Subpart C of Annex (Part-M) and Section A, Subpart C of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable.
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What must the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation do for every aircraft managed?
They must: * Develop and control a Maintenance Programme * Gain approval for this Maintenance Programme from the CAA * Provide a copy of the aircraft maintenance programme to the owner or operator for non-licensed air carriers * Manage the approval of modifications or repairs * Ensure all maintenance is in accordance with the AMP * Ensure Airworthiness and Operational Directives are carried out * Correct defects to an approved standard * Coordinate maintenance activities * Manage and retain records of continuing airworthiness activities * Ensure mass and balance information is current.
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What is required for complex motor powered aircraft maintenance?
When the CAMO is not approved to carry out maintenance, the operator must establish a written contract for maintenance by a maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Part-145, Part-M Subpart F or Part-CAO, acceptable to the CAA.
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What is the purpose of the documentation held by the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation?
To hold and use applicable current maintenance data for continuing airworthiness tasks referred to in M.A.708.
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What must be established by the CAMO for performing airworthiness reviews?
Procedures must be established to perform both the documental and physical survey, including the depth of samplings.
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What must the airworthiness review staff's compliance report include?
It must detail all items checked and the outcome of the review.
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What does the issuance of the airworthiness review certificate (ARC) signify?
It certifies that the aircraft is considered airworthy in relation to the scope of the airworthiness review performed.
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What privileges does a continuing airworthiness management organisation have?
They may: * Manage continuing airworthiness of aircraft * Carry out limited tasks with contracted organisations * Issue or extend airworthiness review certificates * Approve the AMP for aircraft managed. ## Footnote They can also issue permits to fly for aircraft for which they are approved to issue ARC.
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What is required of the quality system in a continuing airworthiness management organisation?
To monitor compliance with procedures ensuring airworthy aircraft and include functions like monitoring activities under Section A, Subpart G of Annex (Part-M).
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What must the continuing airworthiness management organisation notify the CAA of?
Any proposal to carry out changes such as the organisation's name, location, accountable manager, and any changes affecting approval.
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How long must records of continuing airworthiness management activities be retained?
Until two years after the aircraft has been permanently withdrawn from service.
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What constitutes a level 1 finding?
Any significant non-compliance which lowers the safety standard and hazards flight safety.
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What is required for a Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) to be issued?
A CRS must be issued when all maintenance tasks ordered have been properly carried out.
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Who may issue a CRS in case of unforeseen situations?
The owner may authorize any person with appropriate maintenance experience and qualifications to maintain the aircraft and release it to service.
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What must a CRS contain?
It must contain: * Basic details of the maintenance carried out * The date of maintenance completion * Identity of the issuing organisation or person * Limitations to airworthiness or operations, if any.
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What is a Component Certificate of Release to Service (CRS)?
A CRS is issued at the completion of any maintenance carried out on an aircraft component, except for components released by a Part-145 approved maintenance organization. ## Footnote The CRS is identified as CAA Form 1.
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What is required for the validity of an aircraft airworthiness certificate?
An airworthiness review of the aircraft and its continuing airworthiness records shall be carried out periodically.
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How long is an airworthiness review certificate valid?
An airworthiness review certificate is valid for 1 year.
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What defines an aircraft in a controlled environment?
An aircraft in a controlled environment has had its airworthiness continuously managed by a unique CAMO or CAO and maintained by approved maintenance organizations for the previous 12 months.
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What can a continuing airworthiness management organization (CAMO) do for aircraft above 2,730 kg MTOM?
A CAMO may issue the airworthiness review certificate and extend its validity twice for a period of one year each time.
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Under what condition can an airworthiness review certificate not be extended?
An airworthiness review certificate shall not be extended if the organization is aware or has reason to believe that the aircraft is unairworthy.
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What documentation must be provided to the CAA when it issues an airworthiness review certificate?
The owner or operator must provide any required documentation, suitable accommodation, and support of the certifying staff.
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What must be included in the airworthiness review of an aircraft?
The airworthiness review must include a full documented review of the aircraft records and a physical survey of the aircraft.
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What is a level 1 finding in the context of airworthiness reviews?
A level 1 finding is significant non-compliance that lowers the safety standard and seriously endangers flight safety.
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What happens if the airworthiness review outcome is inconclusive?
The organization must inform the CAA within 72 hours of identifying the reason for inconclusiveness.
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Fill in the blank: An airworthiness review certificate becomes invalid if it is __________.
suspended or revoked
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What must an aircraft owner do when importing an aircraft into the United Kingdom?
The owner must apply to the CAA for a new airworthiness certificate and have an airworthiness review carried out.
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What is the consequence of operating an aircraft with an invalid airworthiness certificate?
The aircraft must not fly.
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What is the role of the CAA in the airworthiness review process?
The CAA issues airworthiness review certificates and may conduct airworthiness reviews itself under certain conditions.
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What documentation is required for maintaining the airworthiness of an aircraft?
Documentation includes maintenance records, flight manuals, maintenance due, known defects, applicable ADs, and life-limited parts.
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True or False: An airworthiness review certificate can be issued without a complete airworthiness review.
False
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What is the maximum period for which the airworthiness review may be anticipated without losing continuity?
90 days