Part-21/Part-M Test Flashcards
What subpart of Part-21 will you find information on ADs?
Part-21 Subpart A - Airworthiness Directive
What does Part-21 Subpart G deal with?
CAMO approval (Production Organisation Approval)
What EU regulation does Part-21 come under?
IR: (EU) 748/2012 Initial Airworthiness
Describe briefly what does Part-21 deal with
Common technical requirements to maintain airworthiness
Why is an AD issued?
Safety deficieny that must be complied with or CofA (Certificate of Airworthiness) becomes invalid.
AD is mandatory
Who can issue ADs?
National Aviation Authority of country of manufacturer or where aircraft is registered
EASA can also issue ADs
State the main difference between an AD and SB
AD’s are mandatory
SB’s aren’t
What are the categories of ADs?
- Those of an emergency nature requiring immediate compliance prioer to further flight
- Those of a less urgent nature requiring compliance within a specified period of time
Who produces and maintains copies of all manuals required for continuing airworthiness of a product?
Manufacturer or (OEM) Original Equipment Manufacturer
Who can issue a Certificate of Airworthiness?
The compotent authority (IAA etc) where the aircraft is registered.
How long is a CofA valid for?
Indefinitely until something makes it invalid
What subpart of Part M details the issue of the CofA?
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Define a repair
The Elimination of damage and/or restoration to an airworthy condition following intial release into service by the Manufacturer
What is the classification of repairs?
Major
Minor
Standard repair
What repairs do not need to be designed by an approved design organisation?
Standard repair
Who can provide a Part-145 with repair instructions?
CAMO department or Part-M of the company owning the aircraft
What EU regulation has information on Part-M?
IR: (EU) 1321/2014 Continuing Airworthiness Annex I: Part-M
What subpart of Part-M relates to CAMO?
Subpart G: Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation
How long is an ARC valid for?
1 year and can be renewed twice
Who can issue an ARC?
The compotent authority when it is registered in that country. Initially which is 15a
However, it can then be renewed by either the Compotent Authority (IAA) and will still be 15a
or
Can be renewed by CAMO department and will be known as 15b
ARC = Airworthiness Certificate Review
Who is responsible for the aircrafts airworthiness?
The operator
Can a commercial operator have an AOC without Part-M approval?
No, have to have both AOC and Part-M approval
What maintenance task does not require a Part-145 approval?
De-icing of an aircraft
When is the Lessee responsible for continuing airworthiness?
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Who should the operator report an occurrence to?
The compotent Authority
What is a CAME?
Requirements to be met by a CAMO:
Offices and documentation storage
A Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition (CAME) which must be approved by the compotent authority and company procedures (Part-M)
What certificate comes with a serviceable component?
EASA Form 1
How long should an aircraft technical log be kept for after the date of last entry?
The technical log shall be kept by the operator of the aircraft and shall be kept for a period of two year until the aircraft is completely out of service or destroyed
When are independent maintenance inspections carried out?
An independent inspection shall be carried out after any flight safety sensitive maintenance task unless otherwise specified by Part-145 or agreed by the competent authority
What is a Part-M subpart F organisation?
A small Part-145 not dealing with commercial aircraft or large aircraft (<5,700Kg MTOM)
Where would you find information on CAMO?
1321/2014 Annex I: Part-M Subpart G
What form is used to apply for a CAMO?
Form 2
What facilities are required for a CAMO?
Suitable Office accommodation at appropriate location must be provided for CAMO staff
Also need CAME (Continuing Airworthiness Maintenance Exposition)
State the purpose of a CAMO
The scope of the CAMO is to organize and manage all documents and publications for Maintenance Organizations Part 145 and Part M approved
In other words, a CAMO is responsible to the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) holder.
Who is the key person in a CAMO?
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(Accountable Manager?Part-145?)
Who can sign a CRS for a glider?
Pilot-Owner
Who can conduct an aircraft physical survey?
Pilot with appropriate training
Licenced maintenance staff
What is the purpose of an ARC?
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How long is an ARC valid for?
1 year, can be renewed twice
ARC = Airworthiness Review Certificate
Who can issue an ARC?
Compotent Authority first time (15a)
thereafter: Compotent authority (15a)
or
CAMO department if approved to do so (15b)
