Car 66 (R8)
Car 66 (R8)
Car 66 (R8)
CAR – 66
LICENSING OF AIRCRAFT
MAINTENANCE ENGINEERS
GENERAL
This CAR is effective from 01.01.2012. However the existing requirements of CAR Section
-2 Series L will also continue till the date notified by the Director General for facilitating
smooth transition of aircraft maintenance engineer licensing system into CAR 66 pattern.
The Section A of CAR-66 establishes the requirements for the issue and extension of an
aircraft maintenance engineer’s license, conditions of its validity and use. It also has a
provision for converting the aircraft maintenance engineer’s (AME) license issued prior
to the CAR-66 coming into force. The requirements are followed by Acceptable means of
compliance (AMC) and Guidance Material (GM)
The AME licenses in CAR 66 pattern will be available in two different ways:
a) After conversion of existing AME licenses with applicable limitation.
b) Issue of fresh license after passing of applicable modules of Basic Knowledge Exam to
be conducted by CEO.
Record of Revisions
This CAR 66 provides requirements for the issue of an aircraft maintenance engineer’s
licence and conditions of its validity and use for aeroplanes and helicopters.
The Revision-01 to CAR 66 was issued to revise conversion of licences issued prior to
CAR-66 and examination credits. The revision also revises the License format.
The CAR 66 Issue II is being issued to amend the training, examination, knowledge and
experience requirements for the issuance of aircraft maintenance licences
Salient features of the CAR 66 Issue II are:
1. The training, examination, knowledge and experience requirements for the issuance of
aircraft maintenance licences and to adapt these requirements to the complexity of
the different categories of aircraft amended
2. The AMCs and GMs related to a point have been brought together for easy reference
purposes.
3. Provision for aircraft grouping added (66.A.5)
4. Requirements for completing all the module for basic knowledge within 10 year
(66.A.25 (b)) added
5. Heading of (66.A.45) is changed from type /task training to Endorsement with aircraft
rating. Related AMC and GM amended.
6. Point 66. A. 50 and related AMC added to make a provision for introducing or removal
of limitation from the license
7. Existing AMCs and GMs are suitable amended.
8. Appendix -1- Basic knowledge requirements amended to revise the syllabus for
knowledge examination
9. Appendix -2 -Basic examination standard have been revised
10. Appendix-3- Type examination standard have been amended, minimum standard and
duration for type training, course curriculum have been introduced, practical
elements requirements to be covered during type training added, type training
examinations and assessment standard have been revised, relevant AMC and GM have
been also amended/added.
11. Appendix-III to AMC of CAR 66 for competency assessment of assessors added.
12. Procedures for CAR -66 (Section –B) is removed from this CAR and shall be part of
Airworthiness Procedures Manual (Chapter- 17)
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Contents
GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................................................3
Record of Revisions....................................................................................................................................................................4
Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC) / Guidance Material(GM) to SECTION A of CAR-66 ............. 115
SECTION A - TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................... 115
GM 66.A.03 Licence categories ........................................................................................................................................ 115
AMC 66.A.10 Application ................................................................................................................................................... 115
AMC 66.A.15 (a) Eligibility ................................................................................................................................................ 115
GM 66.A.20 (a) Privileges .................................................................................................................................................. 115
AMC 66.A.20 (b) (2) Privileges ........................................................................................................................................ 118
GM 66.A.20 (b) 2 Privileges .............................................................................................................................................. 120
AMC 66.A.20 (b) 3 Privileges............................................................................................................................................ 120
GM 66. A. 20 (b) 4 Privileges ............................................................................................................................................ 121
GM 66.A.25 (a) Basic knowledge requirements ....................................................................................................... 122
AMC 66.A.30 (a) Experience requirements ................................................................................................................ 122
AMC 66.A.30 (d) Experience requirements................................................................................................................ 123
AMC 66.A.30 (e) Experience requirements ................................................................................................................ 123
GM 66.A.40 Continued validity of the aircraft maintenance licence ................................................................ 123
GM 66.A.45 (b) Endorsement with aircraft ratings ................................................................................................ 123
AMC 66.A.45 (d), (e) 3, (f) 1 and (g) 1 Endorsement with aircraft ratings.................................................... 125
AMC 66.A.50 (b) Limitations ............................................................................................................................................ 129
GM 66.A.70 Conversion provisions................................................................................................................................ 129
GM 66.A.70(c) Conversion provisions .......................................................................................................................... 130
GM 66.A.70 (d) Conversion provisions ........................................................................................................................ 130
AMC to Section 1 of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type Training and Examination Standard. On-
the-Job Training” ................................................................................................................................................................... 131
AMC to Paragraph 3.1(d) of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type Training andExamination
Standard. On-the-Job Training” ...................................................................................................................................... 133
AMC to Paragraphs 1(b), 3.2 and 4.2 of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft TypeTraining and
Examination Standard. On-the-Job Training” ........................................................................................................... 136
AMC to Paragraph 1(c) of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type Training andExamination Standard.
On-the-Job Training” ........................................................................................................................................................... 137
AMC to Section 5 of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type Training andExamination Standard. On-
the-Job Training” ................................................................................................................................................................... 138
AMC to Section 6 of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type Training andExamination Standard. On-
the-Job Training” ................................................................................................................................................................... 138
AMC to Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type Training and ExaminationStandard. On-the-Job
Training” ................................................................................................................................................................................... 140
(a) The aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence becomes invalid after five years of its
last issue or renewal, unless the holder submits his/her aircraft maintenance
engineer’s licence to the DGCA, in order to verify the information contained in the
licence is the same as that contained in the DGCA records.
(b) The holder of an aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence shall complete the CA
Form 19-03 (Refer Appendix-V) (through eGCA) and submit it with the holder’s
copy of the licence to the DGCA, unless the holder works in a maintenance
organization approved in accordance with CAR 145 that has a procedure in its
exposition where by such organisation may submit the necessary documentation
on behalf of the aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence holder.
(c) Any certification privileges based upon an aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence
becomes invalid as soon as the aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence is invalid.
(d) The aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence is only valid when issued and/or
changed by DGCA and when the holder has signed the document.
(e) An application to renew a licence that has expired will be accepted for up to four
years after the date of expiry of the licence. The applicant is required to submit
certified evidence of 6 months actual relevant aircraft experience within the 24
months prior to their application and that he has not exercised the privileges of his
licence during this period. In case, the privileges have been exercised, necessary
enforcement action shall be initiated. Such licence shall be considered for renewal
only after enforcement action is complete. In case the applicant does not meet
minimum 6 months experience criteria, he should be advised to apply for renewal
after acquiring 6 month maintenance experience. Licences expired for more than
four years will not be renewed and applicants will need to meet all of the applicable
requirements for the issue of a licence in accordance with CAR-66.A.25, 66.A.30
and 66.A.35.
2. For group 2 aircraft, the appropriate aircraft type rating, manufacturer sub-group
rating or full subgroup rating.
3. For group 3 aircraft, the appropriate aircraft type rating or full group rating.
(b) The endorsement of aircraft type ratings requires the satisfactory completion of the
relevant category B1, B2 or C aircraft type training.
(c) In addition to the requirement of point (b), the endorsement of the first aircraft type
rating within a given category/sub-category requires satisfactory completion of the
corresponding On the Job Training, as described in Appendix III to CAR-66
(d) By derogation from points (b) and (c), for group 2 and 3 aircraft, aircraft type ratings
may also be granted after:
2. the endorsement of full sub-group ratings for category B1 and C licence holders
requires complying with the aircraft type rating requirements of at least three
aircraft types from different manufacturers which combined are representative of
the applicable sub-group;
1. the endorsement of the full group 3 rating for category B1 and C licence holders
requires demonstration of practical experience, which shall include a
representative cross section of maintenance activities relevant to the licence
category and to the group 3 and complying with the aircraft type rating
requirements of at least three aircraft types from different manufacturers which
combined are representative of the applicable group.
2. for category B1, unless the applicant provides evidence of appropriate
endorsement the group 3 rating shall be subject to the following limitations, which
shall be endorsed on the licence:
— pressurised aeroplanes
— metal structure aeroplanes
— composite structure aeroplanes
(a) Limitations introduced on an aircraft maintenance licence are exclusions from the
certification privileges and affect the aircraft in its entirety.
(b) For limitations referred to in point 66.A.45, limitations shall be removed upon:
1. demonstration of appropriate experience; or
2. after a satisfactory practical assessment performed by the DGCA.
c) For limitations referred to in point 66.A.70, limitations shall be removed upon
satisfactory completion of examination on those modules/subjects defined in the
applicable conversion report referred to in APM Chapter 17
SUBPART B
AIRCRAFT OTHER THAN AEROPLANES AND HELICOPTERS
66. A.100 General
SUBPART C
COMPONENTS
This subpart lays down the minimum requirements in respect of knowledge, training,
experience, examination and procedure for issue of authorisation by CAR -145 / CAR M
Subpart-F approved organisations to certifying staff employed in their organisation for
maintenance and certification of components /aircraft maintenance as per
manufacturer maintenance data.
66.A.205 Requirements
Candidate for grant of authorization to carryout and certify overhaul, major repairs of
aircraft, power plants, components and accessories thereof, shall meet the following
requirements:
(a) He shall not be less than 21 years of age.
(b) Knowledge:- The applicant shall have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and
Mathematics or equivalent and
(c) should hold CAR 66 licence in appropriate category or
i) passed 3 years basic AME training course/Diploma / Degree in Engineering in the
appropriate branch and must have passed relevant portions of modules of CAR
66 knowledge examination approved by the DGCA for the purpose in the MOE
and examination conducted by the approved organisation in association with
DGCA or eligible for grant of suitable credit for particular module.
Note 1: Depending on the scope of authorization required, the CAR 145 / CAR M- Sub
Part F approved organization shall documents the module(s) of examination
required to be passed by the applicant in the organisations expositions.
(d) Training:
The applicant must have undergone a training programme conducted by:
Manufacturer of the equipment;
OR
An organization approved to impart such training;
OR
Trained by a person having specific approval covering the activity for a period of 2
years.
(e) Experience: Applicants meeting the knowledge requirements shall have the
following experience:
i) For persons holding CAR 66 Aircraft Engineers’ License: one year experience in
overhaul, major repairs, modifications of the system components and
accessories, including three months recent experience.
ii) For persons holding Diploma/ Degree in Engineering: two years’ experience in
overhaul, major repairs, modifications of the system components and
66.A.215 Privileges
The privileges of component certifying staff shall cover:-
a) Holder of certification authorization on the basis of CAR 66 AME Licence: Issuance
of Certificate of Maintenance (CRS) for shops and systems of aircraft/ engine
(when at shop level and not fitted on the aircraft)
Note: CRS on aircraft and/ or engine shall be done provided the Approval holder
has AME licence in relevant Category.
b) Holder of certification authorization on the basis of AME Course/Diploma in
Engineering/ Degree in Engineering: Certify work carried out as endorsed onthe
certification authorization
Note 1: Such a certification authorization shall be limited only to shop level work
and shall not include major maintenance of aircraft and/or engine
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Note 2: Persons already holding approvals with CRS privileges may continue to
be permitted to issue CRS on being permitted under the CAR 145 / CAR M
Subpart F approval even if they are not meeting the requirement of this
CAR. Such persons may also be considered for grant of additional
certification authorization subject to meeting the requirements.
66. A.220 Validity of Certification Authorization
a) The Certification Authorization shall be valid for a period of one year and may
be renewed by the Quality Manager subject to the condition that that the
person
i) Has exercised the privileges of the authorization for a minimum period of
three months in the preceding 12 months;
ii) Has undergone refresher course in the preceding 24 months;
iii) Has been assessed medically fit; and
iv) Continues to remain in the employment or employment contract of the
organization.
66.A.225 Suspensions, Cancellation and Return of Certification Authorization
(a) A Certification Authorization may be withdrawn where an enquiry conducted
by the approved organization or DGCA establishes that:-
i) the holder of such an authorization has performed work or granted a
certificate in respect of work which has not been performed in a careful
and competent manner, or
ii) the holder of such an authorization has signed a certificate in respect of
any matter which he is not authorized to deal with, or
iii) it is undesirable for any other reason that the holder of such authorization
should continue to exercise the functions of an approval holder.
iv) Authorization of a person withdrawn as a result of an enquiry shall not be
restored without approval of the DGCA (Regional Airworthiness Office).
Such person shall also not be granted other Authorization without the
concurrence of the DGCA (Regional Airworthiness Office).
v) All disciplinary actions taken against approved persons shall be
immediately intimated to the DGCA (Regional Airworthiness Office).
Copies of warnings/ memoranda issued to the approved persons shall also
be forwarded to the DGCA (Regional Airworthiness Office).
(Arun Kumar)
Director General of Civil Aviation
Objectives:
(a) The applicant should be able to understand theoretical fundamentals of the
subject.
(b) The applicant should be able to give a general description of the subject using
as appropriate, typical examples.
(c) The applicant should be able to use mathematical formulae in conjunction with
physical laws describing the subject.
(d) The applicant should be able to read and understand sketches, drawings and
schematics describing the subject.
(e) The applicant should be able to apply his knowledge in a practical manner using
detailed procedures.
LEVEL 3
A detailed knowledge of the theoretical and practical aspects of the subject and a
capacity to combine and apply the separate elements of knowledge in a logical and
comprehensive manner.
Objectives:
(a) The applicant should know the theory of the subject and interrelation ship
with other subjects.
(b) The applicant should be able to give a detailed description of the subject using
theoretical fundamentals and specific examples.
Qualification on basic subjects for each CAR 66 aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence
category or subcategory should be in accordance with the following matrix. Applicable
subjects are indicated by an ‘X’:
Subject B3
A or B1 aeroplane with A or B1 helicopter with B2
Modules
Piston-engine Non-
Turbine Piston Turbine Piston pressurised
Avionics
engine (s) engine (s) engine (s) engine (s) aeroplanes 2 000 kg
MTOM and below
1 Not Applicable
2 Not Applicable
3 X X X X X X
4 X X X X X X
5 X X X X X X
6 X X X X X X
7A X X X X X
7B X
8 X X X X X X
9A X X X X X
9B X
10 X X X X X X
11A X
11B X
11C X
12 X X
13 X
14 X
15 X X
16 X X X
17A X X
17B X
LEVEL
MODULES & SYLLABUS
A B1 B2 B3
MODULE 1. Reserved - - -
MODULE 2. Reserved - - -
LEVEL
MODULE 3. ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
A B1 B2 B3
3.1 Electron Theory 1 1 1 1
Structure and distribution of electrical charges within: atoms, molecules,
ions, compounds;
Molecular structure of conductors, semiconductors and insulators.
3.6 DC Circuits - 2 2 1
Ohms Law, Kirchoff's Voltage and Current Laws;
Calculations using the above laws to find resistance, voltage and current;
Significance of the internal resistance of a supply.
3.7 Resistance/Resistor
(a) - 2 2 1
Resistance and affecting factors;
Specific resistance;
Resistor colour code, values and tolerances, preferred values, wattage
ratings;
LEVEL
MODULE 3. ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
A B1 B2 B3
Resistors in series and parallel;
Calculation of total resistance using series, parallel and series parallel
combinations;
Operation and use of potentiometers and rheostats;
Operation of Wheatstone Bridge.
(b) - 1 1 -
Positive and negative temperature coefficient conductance;
Fixed resistors, stability, tolerance and limitations, methods of construction;
Variable resistors, thermistors, voltage dependent resistors;
Construction of potentiometers and rheostats;
Construction of Wheatstone Bridge;
3.8 Power - 2 2 1
Power, work and energy (kinetic and potential);
Dissipation of power by a resistor;
Power formula;
Calculations involving power, work and energy.
3.9 Capacitance/Capacitor - 2 2 1
Operation and function of a capacitor;
Factors affecting capacitance area of plates, distance between plates, number
of plates, dielectric and dielectric constant, working voltage, voltage rating;
Capacitor types, construction and function;
Capacitor colour coding;
Calculations of capacitance and voltage in series and parallel circuits;
Exponential charge and discharge of a capacitor, time constants;
Testing of capacitors.
3.10 Magnetism
(a) - 2 2 1
Theory of magnetism;
Properties of a magnet
Action of a magnet suspended in the Earth's magnetic field;
Magnetisation and demagnetisation;
Magnetic shielding;
Various types of magnetic material;
Electromagnets construction and principles of operation;
Hand clasp rules to determine: magnetic field around current carrying
conductor.
(b) - 2 2 1
Magnetomotive force, field strength, magnetic flux density, permeability,
hysteresis loop, retentivity, coercive force reluctance, saturation point, eddy
currents;
Precautions for care and storage of magnets.
LEVEL
MODULE 3. ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
A B1 B2 B3
3.11 Inductance/Inductor - 2 2 1
Faraday's Law;
Action of inducing a voltage in a conductor moving in a magnetic field;
Induction principles;
Effects of the following on the magnitude of an induced voltage: magnetic
field strength, rate of change of flux, number of conductor turns;
Mutual induction;
The effect the rate of change of primary current and mutual inductance has
on induced voltage;
Factors affecting mutual inductance: number of turns in coil, physical size of
coil, permeability of coil, position of coils with respect to each other;
Lenz's Law and polarity determining rules;
Back emf, self induction;
Saturation point;
Principle uses of inductors;
3.13 AC Theory 1 2 2 1
Sinusoidal waveform: phase, period, frequency, cycle;
Instantaneous, average, root mean square, peak, peak to peak current values
and calculations of these values, in relation to voltage, current and power
Triangular/Square waves;
Single/3 phase principles.
3.15 Transformers - 2 2 1
Transformer construction principles and operation;
Transformer losses and methods for overcoming them;
Transformer action under load and no-load conditions;
Power transfer, efficiency, polarity markings;
LEVEL
MODULE 3. ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
A B1 B2 B3
Calculation of line and phase voltages and currents;
Calculation of power in a three phase system;
Primary and Secondary current, voltage, turns ratio, power, efficiency;
Auto transformers.
3.16 Filters - 1 1 -
Operation, application and uses of the following filters: low pass, high pass,
band pass, band stop.
3.17 AC Generators - 2 2 1
Rotation of loop in a magnetic field and waveform produced;
Operation and construction of revolving armature and revolving field type AC
generators;
Single phase, two phase and three phase alternators;
Three phase star and delta connections advantages and uses;
Permanent Magnet Generators.
3.18 AC Motors - 2 2 1
Construction, principles of operation and characteristics of: AC synchronous
and induction motors both single and polyphase;
Methods of speed control and direction of rotation;
Methods of producing a rotating field: capacitor, inductor, shaded or split
pole.
LEVEL
MODULE 4. ELECTRONIC FUNDAMENTALS
A B1 B2 B3
4.1 Semiconductors
4.1.1 Diodes
(a) - 2 2 1
Diode symbols;
Diode characteristics and properties;
Diodes in series and parallel;
Main characteristics and use of silicon controlled rectifiers (thyristors), light
emitting diode, photo conductive diode, varistor, rectifier diodes;
Functional testing of diodes.
(b) - - 2 -
Materials, electron configuration, electrical properties;
P and N type materials: effects of impurities on conduction, majority and
minority characters;
PN junction in a semiconductor, development of a potential across a PN
junction in unbiased, forward biased and reverse biased conditions;
Operation and function of diodes in the following circuits: clippers, clampers,
full and half wave rectifiers, bridge rectifiers, voltage doublers and triplers;
LEVEL
MODULE 4. ELECTRONIC FUNDAMENTALS
A B1 B2 B3
Detailed operation and characteristics of the following devices: silicon
controlled rectifier (thyristor), light emitting diode, Shottky diode, photo
conductive diode, varactor diode, varistor, rectifier diodes, Zener diode.
4.1.2 Transistors
(a) - 1 2 1
Transistor symbols;
Component description and orientation;
Transistor characteristics and properties.
(b) - - 2 -
Construction and operation of PNP and NPN transistors;
Base, collector and emitter configurations;
Testing of transistors.
Basic appreciation of other transistor types and their uses.
Application of transistors: classes of amplifier (A, B, C);
Simple circuits including: bias, decoupling, feedback and stabilisation;
Multistage circuit principles: cascades, push-pull, oscillators, multivibrators,
flip-flop circuits.
4.3 Servomechanisms
(a) - 1 - -
Understanding of the following terms: Open and closed loop systems,
feedback, follow up, analogue transducers;
Principles of operation and use of the following synchro system
components/features: resolvers, differential, control and torque,
transformers, inductance and capacitance transmitters.
LEVEL
MODULE 4. ELECTRONIC FUNDAMENTALS
A B1 B2 B3
(b) - - 2 -
Understanding of the following terms: Open and closed loop, follow up,
servomechanism, analogue, transducer, null, damping, feedback, deadband;
Construction operation and use of the following synchro system
components: resolvers, differential, control and torque, E and I transformers,
inductance transmitters, capacitance transmitters, synchronous
transmitters;
Servomechanism defects, reversal of synchro leads, hunting.
LEVEL
MODULE 5. DIGITAL TECHNIQUES ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT
SYSTEMS B1.1 B1.2
A B1.3 B1.4 B2 B3
5.1 Electronic Instrument Systems 1 2 2 3 1
Typical systems arrangements and cockpit layout of electronic
instrument systems.
LEVEL
MODULE 5. DIGITAL TECHNIQUES ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT
SYSTEMS B1.1 B1.2
A B1.3 B1.4 B2 B3
Memory associated terms;
Operation of typical memory devices;
Operation, advantages and disadvantages of the various data storage
systems.
5.7 Microprocessors - - - 2 -
Functions performed and overall operation of a microprocessor;
Basic operation of each of the following microprocessor elements:
control and processing unit, clock, register, arithmetic logic unit.
5.9 Multiplexing - - - 2 -
Operation, application and identification in logic diagrams of
multiplexers and demultiplexers.
LEVEL
MODULE 5. DIGITAL TECHNIQUES ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT
SYSTEMS B1.1 B1.2
A B1.3 B1.4 B2 B3
5.14 Electromagnetic Environment - 2 2 2 1
Influence of the following phenomena on maintenance practices for
electronic system:
EMC-Electromagnetic Compatibility
EMI-Electromagnetic Interference
HIRF-High Intensity Radiated Field
Lightning/lightning protection
LEVEL
MODULE 6. MATERIALS AND HARDWARE
A B1 B2 B3
6.1 Aircraft Materials — Ferrous
(a) 1 2 1 2
Characteristics, properties and identification of common alloy steels used in
aircraft;
Heat treatment and application of alloy steels;
(b) - 1 1 1
Testing of ferrous materials for hardness, tensile strength, fatigue strength and
impact resistance.
LEVEL
MODULE 6. MATERIALS AND HARDWARE
A B1 B2 B3
(a)
Characteristics, properties and identification of common composite and non- 1 2 2 2
metallic materials, other than wood, used in aircraft;
Sealant and bonding agents.
(b) 1 2 - 2
6.4 Corrosion
(a) 1 1 1 1
Chemical fundamentals;
Formation by, galvanic action process, microbiological, stress;
(b) 2 3 2 2
Types of corrosion and their identification;
Causes of corrosion;
Material types, susceptibility to corrosion.
6.5 Fasteners
6.5.1 Screw threads 2 2 2 2
Screw nomenclature;
Thread forms, dimensions and tolerances for standard threads used in aircraft;
Measuring screw threads;
LEVEL
MODULE 6. MATERIALS AND HARDWARE
A B1 B2 B3
Standard unions for aircraft hydraulic, fuel, oil, pneumatic and air system pipes.
6.7 Springs - 2 1 1
Types of springs, materials, characteristics and applications.
6.8 Bearings 1 2 2 1
Purpose of bearings, loads, material, construction;
Types of bearings and their application.
6.9 Transmissions 1 2 2 1
Gear types and their application;
Gear ratios, reduction and multiplication gear systems, driven and driving
gears, idler gears, mesh patterns;
Belts and pulleys, chains and sprockets.
LEVEL
MODULE 6. MATERIALS AND HARDWARE
A B1 B2 B3
Crimping;
Connector types, pins, plugs, sockets, insulators, current and voltage rating,
coupling, identification codes.
7.3 Tools 3 3 3
Common hand tool types;
Common power tool types;
Operation and use of precision measuring tools;
Lubrication equipment and methods.
Operation, function and use of electrical general test equipment;
7.8 Riveting 1 2 -
Riveted joints, rivet spacing and pitch;
Tools used for riveting and dimpling;
Inspection of riveted joints.
7.10 Springs 1 2 -
Inspection and testing of springs.
7.11 Bearings 1 2 -
Testing, cleaning and inspection of bearings;
Lubrication requirements of bearings;
Defects in bearings and their causes.
7.12 Transmissions 1 2 -
Inspection of gears, backlash;
Inspection of belts and pulleys, chains and sprockets;
Inspection of screw jacks, lever devices, push-pull rod systems.
7.3 Tools 3
Common hand tool types;
Common power tool types;
Operation and use of precision measuring tools;
Lubrication equipment and methods.
Operation, function and use of electrical general test equipment;
7.8 Riveting 2
Riveted joints, rivet spacing and pitch;
Tools used for riveting and dimpling;
Inspection of riveted joints.
7.10 Springs 1
Inspection and testing of springs.
7.11 Bearings 2
Testing, cleaning and inspection of bearings;
7.12 Transmissions 2
Inspection of gears, backlash;
Inspection of belts and pulleys, chains and sprockets;
Inspection of screw jacks, lever devices, push-pull rod systems.
(d) 2
Disassembly and re-assembly techniques.
(e) 2
Trouble shooting techniques
LEVEL
MODULE 8. BASIC AERODYNAMICS
A B1 B2 B3
8.1 Physics of the Atmosphere 1 2 2 1
8.2 Aerodynamics 1 2 2 1
Airflow around a body;
Boundary layer, laminar and turbulent flow, free stream flow, relative airflow,
upwash and downwash, vortices, stagnation;
The terms: camber, chord, mean aerodynamic chord, profile (parasite) drag,
induced drag, centre of pressure, angle of attack, wash in and wash out,
fineness ratio, wing shape and aspect ratio;
Thrust, Weight, Aerodynamic Resultant;
Generation of Lift and Drag: Angle of Attack, Lift coefficient,
Drag coefficient, polar curve, stall;
Aerofoil contamination including ice, snow, frost.
9.6 Tasks 1 1 1
Physical work;
Repetitive tasks;
Visual inspection;
Complex systems.
9.7 Communication 2 2 2
Within and between teams;
Work logging and recording;
Keeping up to date, currency;
Dissemination of information.
9.6 Tasks 1
Physical work;
Repetitive tasks;
Visual inspection;
Complex systems.
9.7 Communication 2
Within and between teams;
Work logging and recording;
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MODULE 9B. HUMAN FACTORS LEVEL
Note: The scope of this module shall reflect the less demanding
B3
environment of maintenance for B3 licence holders.
Keeping up to date, currency;
Dissemination of information.
LEVEL
MODULE 10. AVIATION LEGISLATION
A B1 B2 B3
10.1 Regulatory Framework 1 1 1 1
Role of International Civil Aviation Organisation;
The Aircraft Act and Rules made there under
Role of the DGCA;
Relationship between CAR-21, CAR-M, CAR-145, CAR-66, CAR 147
The Aircraft Rules ( Applicable to Aircraft Maintenance and Release)
Aeronautical Information Circulars ( Applicable to Aircraft Maintenance and
Release)
CAR Sections 1 and 2
LEVEL
MODULE 10. AVIATION LEGISLATION
A B1 B2 B3
CAR-21 Design/Production Organisation Approvals.
Aircraft Modifications and repairs approval and certification
Permit to fly requirements
(b) Documents - 2 2 2
Certificate of Airworthiness;
Certificate of Registration;
Noise Certificate;
Weight Schedule;
Radio Station Licence and Approval.
10.6 CAR-M
Detail understanding of CAR M provisions related to Continuing 2 2 2 2
Airworthiness
Detailed understanding of CAR-M.
(b) - 1 1 1
Continuing airworthiness;
Test flights;
ETOPS /EDTO , maintenance and dispatch requirements;
RVSM, maintenance and dispatch requirements
RNP, MNPS Operations
All Weather Operations,
Category 2/3 operations and minimum equipment requirements.
(b) 1 2
Construction methods of: stressed skin fuselage, formers, stringers, longerons,
bulkheads, frames, doublers, struts, ties, beams, floor structures, reinforcement,
methods of skinning, anti-corrosive protection, wing, empennage and engine
attachments;
Structure assembly techniques: riveting, bolting, bonding
Methods of surface protection, such as chromating, anodising, painting;
Surface cleaning.
Airframe symmetry: methods of alignment and symmetry checks.
Doors and emergency exits: construction, mechanisms, operation and safety devices;
Windows and windscreen construction and mechanisms.
11.4.3 Pressurisation 1 3
Pressurisation systems;
Control and indication including control and safety valves;
Cabin pressure controllers.
(b) 1 1
Cabin lay-out;
Equipment lay-out;
Cabin Furnishing Installation;
Cabin entertainment equipment;
Galley installation;
Cargo handling and retention equipment;
Airstairs.
Pressure Control;
Power distribution;
Indication and warning systems;
Interface with other systems.
The units and components which furnish a means of entertaining the passengers and
providing communication within the aircraft (Cabin Intercommunication Data
System) and between the aircraft cabin and ground stations (Cabin Network Service).
Includes voice, data, music and video transmissions.
The Cabin Network Service typically consists on a server, typically interfacing with,
among others, the following systems:
— Data/Radio Communication, In-Flight Entertainment System.
The units and components which furnish a means of storing, updating and retrieving
digital information traditionally provided on paper, microfilm or microfiche. Includes
units that are dedicated to the information storage and retrieval function
such as the electronic library mass storage and controller. Does not include units or
components installed for other uses and shared with other systems, such as flight
deck printer or general use display.
Typical examples include Air Traffic and Information Management Systems and
Network Server Systems
Operation and effect of trim tabs, balance and antibalance (leading) tabs, servo tabs,
spring tabs, mass balance, control surface bias, aerodynamic balance panels;
Stress, strain, bending, compression, shear, torsion, tension, hoop stress, fatigue;
Drains and ventilation provisions;
System installation provisions;
Lightning strike protection provision.
Aircraft bonding
(b) 1 2
(a) 1 3
Fire extinguishing systems;
Fire and smoke detection and warning systems;
System tests.
(b) 1 3
Portable fire extinguisher.
Tyres;
Steering.
Air-ground sensing
Operation and effect of trim tabs, balance and antibalance (leading) tabs, servo tabs,
spring tabs, mass balance, control surface bias, aerodynamic balance panels;
(a) 2
Stress, strain, bending, compression, shear, torsion, tension, hoop stress, fatigue;
Drains and ventilation provisions;
System installation provisions;
Lightning strike protection provision.
Aircraft bonding
(b) 2
Construction methods of: stressed skin fuselage, formers, stringers, longerons,
bulkheads, frames, doublers, struts, ties, beams, floor structures, reinforcement,
methods of skinning, anti-corrosive protection, wing, empennage and engine
attachments;
Structure assembly techniques: riveting, bolting, bonding;
Methods of surface protection, such as chromating,
anodising, painting;
Surface cleaning;
Airframe symmetry: methods of alignment and symmetry checks.
LEVEL
MODULE 12. HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS A3 B1.3
A4 B1.4
12.1 Theory of Flight — Rotary Wing Aerodynamics 1 2
Terminology;
Effects of gyroscopic precession;
Torque reaction and directional control;
Dissymmetry of lift, Blade tip stall;
Translating tendency and its correction;
Coriolis effect and compensation;
Vortex ring state, power settling, overpitching;
Auto-rotation;
Ground effect.
12.4 Transmissions 1 3
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MODULE 12. HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS A3 B1.3
A4 B1.4
Gear boxes, main and tail rotors;
Clutches, free wheel units and rotor brake.
Tail rotor drive shafts, flexible couplings, bearings,
vibration dampers and bearing hangers
(b) 1 2
Construction methods of: stressed skin fuselage, formers, stringers, longerons,
bulkheads, frames, doublers, struts, ties, beams, floor structures, reinforcement,
methods of skinning and anti-corrosive protection.
Pylon, stabiliser and undercarriage attachments;
Seat installation;
Doors: construction, mechanisms, operation and safety devices;
Windows and windscreen construction;
Fuel storage;
Firewalls;
Engine mounts;
Structure assembly techniques: riveting, bolting, bonding;
Methods of surface protection, such as chromating, anodising, painting;
Surface cleaning.
Airframe symmetry: methods of alignment and symmetry checks.
LEVEL
MODULE 12. HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS A3 B1.3
A4 B1.4
Gyroscopic: artificial horizon, attitude director, direction indicator, horizontal
situation indicator, turn and slip indicator, turn coordinator;
Compasses: direct reading, remote reading;
Vibration indicating systems — HUMS;
Glass Cockpit
Other aircraft system indication.
LEVEL
MODULE 12. HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS A3 B1.3
A4 B1.4
Refuelling and defuelling.
LEVEL
MODULE 12. HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS A3 B1.3
A4 B1.4
Functions that may be typically integrated in the Integrated Modular Avionic (IMA)
modules are, among others:
Bleed Management, Air Pressure Control, Air Ventilation and Control, Avionics and
Cockpit Ventilation Control, Temperature Control, Air Traffic Communication,
Avionics Communication Router, Electrical Load Management, Circuit Breaker
Monitoring, Electrical System BITE, Fuel Management, Braking Control, Steering
Control, Landing Gear Extension and Retraction, Tyre Pressure Indication, Oleo
Pressure Indication, Brake Temperature Monitoring, etc.
Core System;
Network Components.
1 2
12.18 On Board Maintenance Systems (ATA45)
(b) 3
System operation: electrical, fly-by-wire.
3
13.8 Instruments (ATA 31)
Classification;
Atmosphere;
Terminology;
Pressure measuring devices and systems;
Pitot static systems;
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Air conditioning systems; 2
Air cycle and vapour cycle machines; 3
Distribution systems; 1
Flow, temperature and humidity control system. 3
3) Pressurisation 3
Pressurisation systems;
(b) 1
Portable fire extinguisher
Typical examples include Air Traffic and Information Management Systems and
Network Server Systems.
LEVEL
MODULE 14. PROPULSION B2
14.1 Turbine Engines
(a) 1
Constructional arrangement and operation of turbojet, turbofan, turbo shaft and turbo
propeller engines;
(b) 2
Electronic Engine control and fuel metering systems (FADEC).
LEVEL
MODULE 15. GAS TURBINE ENGINE
A B1
15.1 Fundamentals 1 2
Potential energy, kinetic energy, Newton's laws of motion, Brayton cycle;
The relationship between force, work, power, energy, velocity, acceleration;
Constructional arrangement and operation of turbojet, turbofan, turbo shaft,
turboprop.
15.2 Engine Performance - 2
Gross thrust, net thrust, choked nozzle thrust, thrust distribution, resultant
thrust,
thrust horsepower, equivalent shaft horsepower, specific fuel consumption;
Engine efficiencies;
15.3 Inlet 2 2
Compressor inlet ducts
Effects of various inlet configurations;
Ice protection.
15.4 Compressors 1 2
Axial and centrifugal types;
Constructional features and operating principles and applications;
Fan balancing;
Operation:
Causes and effects of compressor stall and surge;
Methods of air flow control: bleed valves, variable inlet guide vanes, variable
stator
vanes, rotating stator blades;
Compressor ratio.
LEVEL
MODULE 15. GAS TURBINE ENGINE
A B1
Constructional features and principles of operation;
Convergent, divergent and variable area nozzles;
Engine noise reduction;
Thrust reversers.
LEVEL
MODULE 15. GAS TURBINE ENGINE
A B1
LEVEL
MODULE 16. PISTON ENGINE
A B1 B3
16.1 Fundamentals 1 2 2
Mechanical, thermal and volumetric efficiencies;
Operating principles — 2 stroke, 4 stroke, Otto and Diesel;
Piston displacement and compression ratio;
Engine configuration and firing order.
LEVEL
MODULE 16. PISTON ENGINE
A B1 B3
Factors affecting engine power;
Mixtures/leaning, pre-ignition.
16.7 Supercharging/Turbocharging 1 2 2
Principles and purpose of supercharging and its effects on engine parameters;
Construction and operation of supercharging/turbocharging systems;
System terminology;
Control systems;
System protection.
LEVEL
MODULE 16. PISTON ENGINE
A B1 B3
Inspection of engine and components: criteria, tolerances, and data specified by engine
manufacturer.
1. General
1.1 All basic examinations must be carried out using the multiple choice question.
1.2 Each multiple choice questions must have more than two alternative answers of
which only one must be the correct answer and the candidate shall be alloweda
time per module which is based upon a nominal average of 75 seconds per
question.
1.3 The pass mark for CAR-66 module and sub-module multiple choice part of the
examination is 75%.
1.4 Penalty marking systems is not used to determine whether a candidate has
passed.
1.5 A failed module may not be retaken for at least 90 days following the date of the
failed module examination except in the case of an approved maintenance
training organisation which conducts a course of retraining tailored to the failed
subjects in the particular module. In such case, the failed module may be retaken
after 30 days. Further, in case of failed module related to limitation papers, such
modules may be retaken after 30days.
1.6 The time periods required by point 66.A.25 apply to each individual module
examination, with the exception of those module examinations which were
passed as part of another category licence, where the licence has already been
issued
1.7 The maximum number of consecutive attempts for each module is three.
Further sets of three attempts are allowed with a 1 year waiting period between
sets.
1.8 The applicant shall confirm in writing to the DGCA for an examination, the
number and dates of attempts during the last year where these attempts took
place.
2. Question Numbers and Examination Duration for the CAR-66 Appendix I Modules
Module Multiple
Time allowed
Category choice
No. Subject (Minutes)
Questions
1 Mathematics All Categories Not Applicable
Module Multiple
Time allowed
Category choice
No. Subject (Minutes)
Questions
A 20 25
B1 20 25
8 Basic Aerodynamics
B2 20 25
B3 20 25
A 20 25
9A Human factors B1 20 25
B2 20 25
9B Human factors B3 16 20
A 32 40
B1 40 50
10 Aviation Legislation
B2 40 50
B3 32 40
A 108 135
Turbine Aeroplane
11A Aerodynamics, Structures and B1 140 175
Systems
B2 0 0
A 72 90
Piston Aeroplane
11B Aerodynamics, Structures and B1 100 125
Systems
B2 0 0
Piston Aeroplane
11C Aerodynamics, Structures and B3 60 75
Systems
A 100 125
Helicopter Aerodynamics, B1 128 160
12
Structures and Systems
B2 0 0
A 0 0
13 Aircraft Aerodynamics, B1 0 0
Structures and Systems
B2 180 225
A 0 0
14 Propulsion B1 0 0
B2 24 30
Module Multiple
Time allowed
Category choice
No. Subject (Minutes)
Questions
A 60 75
B1 92 115
15 Gas Turbine Engine
0
B2 0
A 52 65
B1 72 90
Piston Engine
16 B2 0 0
B3 68 85
A 20 25
17A Propeller B1 32 40
B2 0 0
17B Propeller B3 28 35
1. General
Aircraft type training shall consist of theoretical training and examination, and, except
for the category C ratings, practical training and assessment.
(a) Theoretical training and examination shall comply with the following requirements:
(i) Shall be conducted by a maintenance training organisation appropriately
approved in accordance with CAR-147 or, when conducted by other organisations,
as directly approved by the DGCA.
(ii) Shall comply, except as permitted by the differences training described in point
(c), with:
- the relevant elements defined in the mandatory part of the operational
suitability data established in accordance with CAR 66 or the standard
described in point 3.1 of this Appendix, and
- the type training examination standard described in point 4.1 of this Appendix.
(iii) Reserved
(iv) Shall have been started and completed within the 3 years preceding the
application for a type rating endorsement.
(b) Practical training and assessment shall comply with the following requirements:
(ii) Shall comply, except as permitted by the differences training described in point
(c), with:
- the type training assessment standard described in point 4.2 of this Appendix.
(iii) Shall include a representative cross section of maintenance activities relevant to
the aircraft type.
(iv) Shall include demonstrations using equipment, components, simulators, other
training devices or aircraft.
(ii) Differences training has to be defined on a case-to-case basis taking into account
the requirements contained in this Appendix III in respect of both theoretical and
practical elements of type rating training
(iii) A type rating shall only be endorsed on a licence after differences training when
the applicant also complies with one of the following conditions:
— having already endorsed on the licence the aircraft type rating from which the
differences are being identified, or
— having completed the type training requirements for the aircraft from which
the differences are being identified.
Level 1
A brief overview of the airframe, systems and powerplants as outlined in the Systems
Description Section of the Aircraft Maintenance Manual / Instructions for Continued
Airworthiness.
Course objectives: Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
a) provide a simple description of the whole subject, using common words and
examples, using typical terms and identify safety precautions related to the
airframe, its systems and powerplant;
b) identify aircraft manuals, maintenance practices important to the airframe, its
systems and powerplant;
c) define the general layout of the aircraft's major systems;
d) define the general layout and characteristics of the powerplant;
e) identify special tooling and test equipment used with the aircraft
Level 2
Basic system overview of controls, indicators, principal components including their
location and purpose, servicing and minor troubleshooting. General knowledge of the
theoretical and practical aspects of the subject
(b) recall the safety precautions to be observed when working on or near the aircraft,
powerplant and systems;
(c) describe systems and aircraft handling particularly access, power availability and
sources;
(e) explain the normal functioning of each major system, including terminology and
nomenclature;
(f) perform the procedures for servicing associated with the aircraft for the following
systems: Fuel, Power Plants, Hydraulics, Landing Gear, Water/Waste, and Oxygen;
(g) demonstrate proficiency in use of crew reports and on-board reporting systems
(minor troubleshooting) and determine aircraft airworthiness per the MEL/CDL;
Level 3
Detailed description, operation, component location, removal/installation and bite and
troubleshooting procedures to maintenance manual level.
Course objectives: In addition to the information contained in Level 1 and Level 2
training, at the completion of Level III, the student will be able to:
(a) demonstrate a theoretical knowledge of aircraft systems and structures and
interrelationships with other systems, provide a detailed description of the subject
using theoretical fundamentals and specific examples and to interpret results from
various sources and measurements and apply corrective action where appropriate;
(b) Perform system, power plant, component and functional checks as specified in the
maintenance manual.
(c) demonstrate the use, interpret and apply appropriate documentation including
structural repair manual, troubleshooting manual, etc.;
(d) Correlate information for the purpose of making decisions in respect of fault
diagnosis and rectification to maintenance manual level.
Although aircraft type training includes both theoretical and practical elements, courses
can be approved for the theoretical element, the practical element or for a combination of
both.
(a) Objective
Training levels are those levels defined in point 2 above. After the first type course for
category C certifying staff all subsequent courses need only be to level 1. During a level 3
theoretical training, level 1 and 2 training material may be used to teach the full scope of
the chapter if required. However, during the training the majority of the course material
and training time shall be at the higher level
(c) Duration:
The theoretical training minimum tuition hours are contained in the following table:
Category Hours
B1.1 80
B1.2 60
B2 60
C 15
Helicopters (2)
B1.3 120
B1.4 100
B2 100
C 25
(1) For non-pressurised piston engine aeroplanes below 2 000 kg MTOM the
minimum duration can be reduced by 50 %.
(2) For helicopters in group 2 (as defined in point 66.A.42) the minimum duration
can be reduced by 30 %.
For the purpose of the table above, a tuition hour means 60 minutes of teaching and
exclude any breaks, examination, revision, preparation and aircraft visit. These hours
apply only to theoretical courses for complete aircraft/engine combinations according to
the type rating as defined by the DGCA.
Where the training needs analysis shows that more hours are needed, course lengths shall
be longer than the minimum specified in the table.
Similarly, tuition hours of differences courses or other training course combinations (such
as combined B1/B2 courses), and in cases of theoretical type training courses below the
figures given in point 3.1(c) above, these shall be justified to the DGCA by the training
needs analysis as described above.
In addition, the course must describe and justify the following:
— The minimum attendance required to the trainee, in order to meet the objectives of the
course.
— The maximum number of hours of training per day, taking into account pedagogical
and human factors principles.
If the minimum attendance required is not met, the certificate of recognition shall not be
issued. Additional training may be provided by the training organisation in order to meet
the minimum attendance time.
(e) Content:
As a minimum, the elements in the Syllabus below that are specific to the aircraft type shall
be covered. Additional elements introduced due to type variations, technological changes,
etc. shall also be included. The training syllabus shall be focused on mechanical and
electrical aspects for B1 personnel, and electrical and avionic aspects for B2.
12 Servicing 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
20 Standard practices — only
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
type particular
53 Fuselage 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
54 Nacelles/Pylons 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
55 Stabilizers 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
56 Windows 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
57 Wings 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
27A Flight Control Surfaces – – – – 1
3 1 3 1
(All)
52 Doors 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
Zonal & Station Identification
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Systems
Airframe Systems
21 Air Conditioning 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
21A Air Supply 3 1 3 1 1 3 3 1 2
21B Pressurization 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
21C Safety & Warning Devices 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
22 Autoflights 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 3
23 Communication 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 3
24 Electrical Power 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
25 Equipment & Furnishings 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 1
25A Electronic Emergency
Equip. & Cabin Entertainment 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3
Equipment
26 Fire Protection 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
27 Flight Controls 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 2
27A Sys. Operation:
3 1 – – – – – – 3
Electrical/Fly-by-Wire
28 Fuel Systems 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 2
28A Fuel Systems —
3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
Monitoring and indication
29 Hydraulic Power 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 2
29A Hydraulic Power —
3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
Monitoring and indicating
30 Ice & Rain Protection 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
31 Indicating/Recording
3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
Systems
31A Instrument Systems 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
32 Landing Gear 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 2
32A Landing Gear —
3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
Monitoring and indicating
33 Lights 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
34 Navigation 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 3
35 Oxygen 3 1 3 1 – – – – 2
36 Pneumatic 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 2
36A Pneumatic — Monitoring
3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
and indicating
37 Vacuum 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 2
38 Water/Waste 3 1 3 1 -- -- -- -- 2
41 Water Ballast 3 1 3 1 -- -- -- -- 1
Piston Engines:
Aeroplanes Aeroplane Helicopter Helicopter Avio
Level Chapters Turbine Piston turbine Piston nics
B1 C B1 C B1 C B1 C B2
70 Standard Practices — 3 1 – – 3 1 1
-- --
Engines
70A Constructional arrangement
and operation (Installation,
Carburettors, Fuel injection
systems, Induction, Exhaust and – – 3 1 -- -- 3 1 1
Cooling Systems, Supercharging/
Turbocharging, Lubrication
Systems).
70B Engine Performance _ _ 3 1 -- -- 3 1 1
71 Powerplant – – 3 1 – – 3 1 1
73 Engine Fuel and Control – – 3 1 – – 3 1 1
76 Engine Control – – 3 1 – – 3 1 1
79 Oil – – 3 1 – – 3 1 1
80 Starting – – – – 1
3 1 3 1
81 Turbine -- -- 3 1 -- -- 3 1 1
82 Water Injections – – 3 1 – – 3 1 1
83 Accessory Gear Boxes – – 3 1 – – 3 1 1
84 Propulsion Augmentation – – 3 1 – – 3 1 1
73A FADEC – – 3 1 – – 3 1 3
74 Ignition – – 3 1 – – 3 1 3
77 Engine Indication Systems – – 3 1 – – 3 1 3
Propellers:
60A Standard Practices —
3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
Propeller
61 Propellers/Propulsion 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
61A Propeller Construction 3 1 3 1 -- -- -- -- 1
61B Propeller Pitch Control 3 1 3 1 – – – – –
61C Propeller Synchronizing 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
61D Propeller Electronic – – – –
2 1 2 1 3
control
61E Propeller Ice Protection 3 1 3 1 – – – – –
61F Propeller Maintenance 3 1 3 1 – – – – 1
(f) Multimedia Based Training (MBT) methods may be used to satisfy the theoretical
training element either in the classroom or in a virtual controlled environment subject to
the acceptance of the DGCA approving the training course.
a) Objective:
The objective of practical training is to gain the required competence in performing safe
maintenance, inspections and routine work according to the maintenance manual and
other relevant instructions and tasks as appropriate for the type of aircraft, for example
troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, replacements, rigging and functional checks. It
includes the awareness of the use of all technical literature and documentation for the
aircraft, the use of specialist/special tooling and test equipment for performing removal
and replacement of components and modules unique to type, including any on-wing
maintenance activity.
b) Content:
At least 50 % of the crossed items in the table below, which are relevant to the particular
aircraft type, shall be completed as part of the practical training.
Tasks crossed represent subjects that are important for practical training purposes to
ensure that the operation, function, installation and safety significance of key maintenance
tasks is adequately addressed; particularly where these cannot be fully explained by
theoretical training alone. Although the list details the minimum practical training
subjects, other items may be added where applicable to the particular aircraft type.
Tasks to be completed shall be representative of the aircraft and systems both in
complexity and in the technical input required to complete that task. While relatively
simple tasks may be included, other more complex tasks shall also be incorporated and
undertaken as appropriate to the aircraft type.
Glossary of table: LOC: Location; FOT: Functional / Operation Test; SGH: Service and
Ground; Handling; R/I: Removal / Installation; MEL: Minimum Equipment List; TS:
Trouble Shooting
B1/B2 B1 B2
Chapters T
SGH SGH ME
LOC FOT R/I MEL TS FOT R/I S
L
Introduction module:
B1/B2 B1 B2
Chapters T
SGH SGH ME
LOC FOT R/I MEL TS FOT R/I
L S
12 Servicing X/X -- X -- -- -- -- X -- -- -
20 Standard practices –only type X/X -- X -- -- -- -- X -- -- -
particular
Helicopters:
18 Vibration and Noise Analysis (Blade X/-- -- -- -- -- X -- -- -- -- -
tracking)
60 Standard Practices Rotor — only type X/X -- X -- -- -- -- X -- -- -
specific
62 Rotors X/-- -- X X -- X -- -- -- -- -
X -- -- -- X -- -- -- -- -
65 Tail Rotor Drive X/--
Airframe structures:
51 Standard Practices and Structures
(damage classification, assessment and
repair
53 Fuselage X/-- -- -- -- -- X -- -- -- -- -
54 Nacelles/Pylons X/-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -
55 Stabilisers X/-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -
56 Windows X/-- -- -- -- -- X -- -- -- -- -
57 Wings X/-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -
B1/B2 B1 B2
Chapters T
SGH SGH ME
LOC FOT R/I MEL TS FOT R/I
L S
52 Doors X/X X X -- -- -- -- X -- -- -
Airframe systems:
22 Autoflight
X/X -- -- -- X -- X X X X X
23 Communications
X/X -- X -- X -- X X X X X
24 Electrical Power
X/X X X X X X X X X X X
26 Fire Protection
X/X X X X X X X X X X X
27 Flight Controls
X/X X X X X X X -- -- -- -
28 Fuel Systems
X/X X X X X X X X -- X -
29 Hydraulic Power
X/X X X X X X X X -- X -
31 Indicating/Recording Systems X
X/X X X X X X X X X X X
32 Landing Gear
X/X X X X X X X X X X -
B1/B2 B1 B2
Chapters T
SGH SGH ME
LOC FOT R/I MEL TS FOT R/I
L S
33 Lights
X/X X X -- X -- X X X X -
34 Navigation X/X -- X -- X -- X X X X X
35 Oxygen X/-- X X X -- -- X X -- -- -
36 Pneumatic X/-- X -- X X X X -- X X X
37 Vacuum X/-- X -- X X X -- -- -- -- -
38 Water/Waste X/-- X X -- -- -- X X -- -- -
44 Cabin Systems
X/X -- -- -- -- -- X X X X X
46 Information Systems
X/X -- -- -- -- -- X -- X X X
74 Ignition X/X X -- -- -- -- X -- -- -- -
75 Air X/-- -- -- X -- X -- -- -- -- -
B1/B2 B1 B2
Chapters T
SGH SGH ME
LOC FOT R/I MEL TS FOT R/I
L S
77 Engine Indicating
X/X X -- -- X X X -- -- X X
78 Exhaust X/-- X -- -- X -- -- -- -- -- -
79 Oil X/-- -- X X -- -- -- -- -- -- -
80 Starting X/-- X -- -- X X -- -- -- -- -
Piston Engines:
70 Standard Practices — Engines — only -- -- X -- -- -- -- X -- -- -
type particular
70A Constructional arrangement and X/X -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- - -
operation (Installation Inlet,
Compressors, Combustion Section,
Turbine Section, Bearings and Seals,
Lubrication Systems)
70B Engine Performance -- -- -- -- -- X -- -- -- -- -
74 Ignition X/X X -- -- -- -- X -- -- -- -
77 Engine Indicating
X/X X -- -- X X X -- -- X X
78 Exhaust X/-- X -- -- X X -- -- -- -- -
79 Oil X/-- -- X X -- -- -- -- -- -- -
80 Starting X/-- X -- -- X X -- -- -- -- -
81 Turbines X/-- X X X -- X -- -- -- -- -
Propellers:
61 Propellers/Propulsion
X/X X X -- X X -- -- -- -- -
(d) Examinations shall be on a sample of chapters (1) drawn from point 3 type
training/examination syllabus, at the indicated level.
(e) The incorrect alternatives shall seem equally plausible to anyone ignorant of the
subject. All of the alternatives shall be clearly related to the question and of similar
vocabulary, grammatical construction and length.
(f) In numerical questions, the incorrect answers shall correspond to procedural errors
such as corrections applied in the wrong sense or incorrect unit conversions: they shall
not be mere random numbers.
(g)The examination shall ensure that the following objectives are met:
3. Correctly use all technical literature and documentation for the aircraft.
4. Correctly use specialist/special tooling and test equipment, perform removal and
replacement of components and modules unique to type, including any on-wing
maintenance activity
1. The maximum number of consecutive attempts is three. Further sets of three attempts
are allowed with a 1 year waiting period between sets. A waiting period of 30 days is
required after the first failed attempt within one set, and a waiting period of 60 days is
required after the second failed attempt.
The applicant shall confirm in writing to the DGCA the number and dates of attempts
during the last year.. DGCA is responsible for checking the number of attempts within
the applicable timeframes.
2. The type examination shall be passed and the required practical experience shall be
completed within the 3 years preceding the application for the rating endorsement on
the aircraft maintenance licence.
3. Type examination shall be performed with at least one examiner present. The
examiner(s) shall not have been involved in the applicant's training.
(i) A written and signed report shall be made by the examiner(s) to explain why the
candidate has passed or failed.
It shall have been started and completed within the 3 years preceding the application for
a type rating endorsement.
(a) Objective:
The objective of OJT is to gain the required competence and experience in performing safe
maintenance.
OJT shall cover a cross section of tasks acceptable to the DGCA. The OJT tasks to be
completed shall be representative of the aircraft and systems both in complexity and in
the technical input required to complete that task. While relatively simple tasks may be
included, other more complex maintenance tasks shall also be incorporated and
undertaken as appropriate to the aircraft type.
Each task shall be signed off by the student and countersigned by a designated supervisor.
The tasks listed shall refer to an actual job card/work sheet, etc.
The final assessment of the completed OJT is mandatory and shall be performed by a
designated assessor appropriately qualified.
1. Name of Trainee;
2. Date of Birth;
3. Approved Maintenance Organisation;
4. Location;
5. Name of supervisor(s) and assessor, (including licence number if applicable);
6. Description of task and job card/work order/tech log, etc.;
7. Aircraft type and aircraft registration;
8. Aircraft rating applied for.
In order to facilitate the verification by the DGCA, demonstration of the OJT shall consist
of i) detailed worksheets/logbook and (ii) a compliance report demonstrating how the
OJT meets the requirement of this Part.
From - - - - - - - - -
6
A3 6 months 6 months X 6 months 2 years 1 year 2 years
months
2 years 1 year
6
A4 6 months 6 months 6 months X 2 years 1 years 2 years
months
2 years 1 year
6 6
B1.1 NONE 6 months 6 months 6 months 6 months 1 year 6 months
X months months
6
B1.2 6 months NONE 6 months 6 months 2 years 2 years 2 years NONE
X months
6 6
B1.3 6 months 6 months NONE 6 months 6 months 1 year 6 months
months X months
B1.4 6 months 6 months 6 months NONE 2 years 6 months 2 years X 2 years 6 months
CA 26
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
CAR-66
XII (a). LICENCE (SUB) CATEGORIES XII (b). AIRCARFT TYPE RATING
CATEGOR
CATEGORIES A B1 B2 B3 C DATE AIRCRAFT TYPE OR GROUP STAMP & DATE
Y
AEROPLANES n/ n/ n/
TURBINE a a a
n/ n/ n/
AEROPLANES PISTON
a a a
HELICOPTERS n/ n/ n/
TURBINE a a a
n/ n/ n/
HELICOPTERS PISTON
a a a
n/ n/ n/ n/
AVIONICS
a a a a
n/ n/ n/ n/
AIRCRAFT
a a a a
PISTON-ENGINE NON-
PRESSURISED
n/ n/ n/ n/
AEROPLANES OF
a a a a
2000KG MTOM AND
BELOW
III. LIC No. 3 III. LIC No. 4
1. The aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence once issued is required to be kept by the
person to whom it applies in good condition and who shall remain accountable for
ensuring that no unauthorized entries are made.
2. Failure to comply with paragraph 1 may invalidate the document and could
lead to the holder not being permitted to hold any CAR -145 certification
authorization.
3. Failure to comply with paragraph 1 may also result in prosecution under relevant
Indian Penal Code.
4. Each page issued shall be in this format and contain the specified information for that page.
5. If there are no limitations applicable, the LIMITATIONS page will be issued stating
‘Nolimitations’.
I. Government of India
VI. NATIONALITY :
DATE OF ISSUE :
DGCA, India
DATE OF ISSUE :
V. ADDRESS OF HOLDER :
VIII. ISSUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE AIRCRAFT ACT 1934, AND
AIRCRAFT RULES 1937
IX. CONDITIONS :
a. Certified that holder is authorized to exercise the privileges of the licence as given in
Rule 61 of the Aircraft Rules, 1937.
b. Endorsement of aircraft types at section XII (b) titled AIRCRAFT TYPE RATING means
the holder is qualified to issue a certificate of release to service for such aircraft from
the date of endorsement with a valid authorization issued by approved maintenance
organization.
c. Holder of this licence shall not exercise the privileges of the licence and related ratings
at any time when he/she is aware of any decrease in medicalfitness which might render
him/ her unable to safely and properly exercise these privileges.
d. This licence is not valid unless it bears the signature of the holder.
e. This licence remains current until the expiry date specified at section XIV whilst in
compliance with the Aircraft Rule 61 and CAR 66 unless previouslysuspended or revoked.
f. This licence when endorsed with an aircraft type rating meets the intent of ICAO Annex 1.
g. Entry, endorsement or alteration in the licence shall be made by person authorized for
this purpose by the Director General.
2. Applicants claiming the maximum reduction in 66.A.30 (a) total experience based
upon having successfully completed approved basic training should include the
certificate of approval with its validity schedule of the training establishment.
3. Applicants claiming reduction in 66.A.30 (a) total experience based upon having
successfully completed technical training in an organization or institute recognized
by DGCA as a competent organization or institute should include the relevant
certificate of successful completion of training.
NOTE: Instruments are formally included in the privileges of the B2 licence holders.
However, maintenance on electromechanical and pitot-static components may also
be released by a B1 license holder.
Simple test means a test described in approved maintenance data and meeting all the
following criteria:
The serviceability of the system can be verified using aircraft controls, switches,
Built-in Test Equipment (BITE), Central Maintenance Computer (CMC) or external
test equipment not involving special training.
The outcome of the test is a unique go–no go indication or parameter, which can
be a single value or a value within an interval tolerance. No interpretation of the
test result or interdependence of different values is allowed.
The test does not involve more than 10 actions as described in the approved
maintenance data (not including those required to configure the aircraft prior to
the test, i.e. jacking, flaps down, etc., or to return the aircraft to its initial
Line maintenance means any maintenance that is carried out before flight to ensure
that the aircraft is fit for the intended flight. It may include:
trouble shooting;
defect rectification;
scheduled maintenance and/or checks including visual inspections that will detect
obvious unsatisfactory conditions/discrepancies but do not require extensive in-
depth inspection. It may also include internal structure, systems and power plant
items which are visible through quick opening access panels/doors;
minor repairs and modifications which do not require extensive disassembly and
can be accomplished by simple means;
2. The category B3 licence does not include any A subcategory. Nevertheless, this does
Type ratings which have been endorsed on a licence in accordance with Appendix
I to AMC to CAR-66 “List of Type Ratings” after a new variant has been added to the
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rating in Appendix I, without performing difference training. For example, a licence
endorsed with the rating Boeing 737-600/700/800/900 for a person whoalready
had the rating Boeing 737-600/700/800, without performing any difference
training for the 737-900.
Work being carried out on a model/variant for which the technical design and
maintenance techniques have significantly evolved from the original model used
in the type training/on-the-job training.
Specific technology and options selected by each customer which may not have
been covered by the type training/on-the-job training.
read and understand the instructions and technical manuals in use within the
organisation;
make written technical entries and any maintenance documentation entries, which
can be understood by those with whom they are normally required to
communicate;
read and understand the maintenance organisation procedures;
communicate at such a level as to prevent any misunderstanding when exercising
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certification privileges.
2. In all cases, the level of understanding should be compatible with the level of
certification privileges exercised.
1. Provided that the experience requirement specified at 66.A.30.a.(1) and (2) shall be
reduced by one year in case of an applicant who has satisfactorily completed
training in any training organization approved under rule 133B or who has acquired
a Degree in an allied field of Engineering from a recognized University;
1(A) Provided further that the experience requirement specified at 66.A.30.a.(1) and (2)
shall be reduced by two years and three years, respectively in case of an applicant
who has successfully completed training in an approved maintenance organisation
as a part of the syllabi of the course he has passed from a training organisation
approved under rule 133B for imparting basic aircraft maintenance training.
Explanation.— For the purpose of this proviso, the “Approved Maintenance
Organisation” means an aircraft maintenance organisation approved under rule
133B of the Aircraft Rules, 1937.
2. While an applicant to a CAR-66 Category C licence may be qualified by having 3
years’ experience as category B1 or B2 certifying staff only in line maintenance, it is
however rrecommended that any applicant for a category C holding a B1 or B2
licence demonstrate at least 12 months experience as a B1 or B2 base maintenance
support staff.
3. A skilled worker is a person who has successfully completed a training acceptable to
the DGCA and involving the manufacture, repair, overhaul or inspection of
mechanical, electrical or electronic equipment. The training would include the use
of tools and measuring devices.
- May be combined with CAR-147 approved training so that periods of training can
be intermixed with periods of experience, similar to an apprenticeship
When a person already holds a type rating on the licence and such type rating is
amended in the Appendix I to AMC to CAR-66 in order to include additional
models/variants, there is no need for additional type training for the purpose of
amending the type rating in the licence. The rating should be amended to include the
new variants, upon request by the applicant, without additional requirements. However,
it is the responsibility of the licence holder and, if applicable, the maintenance
Similarly, type training courses covering certain, but not all the models/variants
included in a type rating, are valid for the purpose of endorsing the full type rating
1. For the granting of manufacturer subgroup ratings for Group 2 aircraft, for B1 and C
licence holders, the sentence “at least two aircraft types from the same manufacturer
which combined are representative of the applicable manufacturer subgroup” means
that the selected aircraft types should cover all the technologies relevant to the
manufacturer subgroup in the following areas:
In cases where there are very different aircraft types within the same manufacturer
subgroup, it may be necessary to cover more than two aircraft types to ensure
adequate representation.
For this purpose it may be possible to use aircraft types from the same manufacturer
classified in Group 1 as long as the selected aircraft belong to the same licence sub
category for which the rating will be endorsed.
2. For the granting of full subgroup ratings for Group 2 aircraft, for B1 and C licence
holders, the sentence “at least three aircraft types from different manufacturers
which combined are representative of the applicable subgroup” means that the
selected aircraft types should cover all the technologies relevant to the manufacturer
subgroup in the following areas:
In cases where there are very different aircraft types within the same subgroup, it may
be necessary to cover more than three aircraft types to ensure adequate representation.
For this purpose it may be possible to use aircraft types from different manufacturers
classified in Group 1 as long as the selected aircraft belong to the same licence
subcategory for which the rating will be endorsed.
3. For manufacturer subgroup ratings, the term “manufacturer” means the TC holder
defined in the certification data sheet, which is reflected in the list of type ratings in
Appendix I to AMC to CAR-66.
In the case of an aircraft rating where the type rating refers to a TC holder made of a
Combination of two manufacturers which produce a similar aircraft (i.e.
AGUSTA/BELLELICOPTER TEXTRON or any case of aircraft similarly built by another
manufacturer), this combination should be considered as one manufacturer.
As a consequence:
When a licence holder who intends to endorse a full subgroup rating selects three
aircraft from different manufacturers, this means from different combinations of
manufacturers as applicable.
AMC 66.A.45 (d), (e) 3, (f) 1 and (g) 1 Endorsement with aircraft ratings
2 In the case of endorsement of individual type ratings for Group 2 and Group 3 aircraft,
for the second aircraft type of each manufacturer (sub) group the practical experience
should be reduced to 30 % of the tasks contained in Appendix II to AMC relevant to
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the licence category and to the applicable aircraft type. For subsequent aircraft types
of each manufacturer (sub) group this should be reduced to 20 %.
Group 1
GM 66.A.45 Endorsement with aircraft ratings
The following table shows a summary of the aircraft rating requirements contained in
66.A.45, 66.A.50 and Appendix III to CAR-66.
The table contains the following:
Limitations:
Pressurised aeroplanes
Metal aeroplanes
Composite aeroplanes
Wooden aeroplanes
Metal tubing & fabric
aeroplanes
Limitations:
Metal aeroplanes
Composite aeroplanes
Wooden aeroplanes
Metal tubing & fabric
aeroplanes
2. It may be acceptable to have this experience on just one aircraft type, provided that
this type is representative of the (sub) group in relation to the limitation being
removed.
1. As described in point 66.A.70, the conversion provisions apply to the holder of an AME
Licence prior to the date of entry into force of CAR-66. .
2. The conversion applies to “certifying staff qualifications” such as, for example:
Holding a AME licence (or completed the process to obtain such a licence;)
This does not mean that in order to be entitled to a conversion process, the applicant has
to be exercising certification privileges. A person may hold a “certifying staff
qualification” while not having certification privileges (or while exercising very limited
certification privileges below his/her qualification) for different reasons such as, for
example, the following:
The person has been authorised only for a very limited range of tasks (lower than
what he/she would be entitled if his/her qualification is considered) since the
person is working in a line station where the scope of tasks is very limited;
The person holds a licence with a wider scope than the scope of the organisation
where he/she is employed;
The person is working outside the aviation industry or is temporarily on leave due
to different reasons (medical, personal, etc.).
These persons are entitled to have the conversion performed in accordance with the full
scope of their qualification and the full privileges that they would be entitled to hold on
the basis of such qualification.
3. As described in point 66.A.70, certifying staff qualifications eligible for conversion are
those valid “prior to the date of entry into force of CAR-66.
4. Although only those certifying staff qualifications gained as indicated above are
eligible for conversion, this does not mean that the application for conversion has to
be submitted prior to those dates. The applicant is entitled to have the conversion
performed irrespective of when he/she applies for conversion.
5. A certifying staff qualification can be subject to more than one conversion process and
can also be converted to more than one licence (with any applicable limitations). This
could be the case, for example, for a person who already had the certifying staff
qualification converted to a B1.2 licence with limitations linked to some missing
elements of the CAR-66 Appendix I and II standard (following 66.A.70(c)). This
person would be entitled to apply and have his/her certifying staff qualification
converted to a B1.2 or a B3 licence on the basis of 66.A.70(d), which would mean that
there is no need to compare with the CAR-66 Appendix I and II standard, introducing
only those limitations required to maintain the existing privileges.
For example, a limitation could be where a person holds a pre-existing certifying staff
qualification which covered, to the standard of CAR-66 Appendix I and II, all the mod-
ules/subjects corresponding to the B1 licence except for electrical power systems. This
person would receive a CAR-66 aircraft maintenance licence in the B1 category with a
limitation (exclusion) on electrical power systems.
Pressurized aircraft;
The essential aspect is that the limitations are established in order to maintain the
privileges of the pre CAR-66 qualification, without comparing the previous qualification
with the standard of CAR-66 Appendix I and II.
For removal of limitations, refer to 66.A.50(c).
1. Aircraft type training may be subdivided in airframe and/or power plant and/or
avionics/electrical systems type training courses
i. Airframe type training course means a type training course including all
relevant aircraft structure and electrical and mechanical systems excluding the
power plant.
ii. Power plant type training course means a type training course on the bare
engine, including the build-up to a quick engine change unit.
i. address the different parts of the aircraft which are representative of the
structure, the systems/components installed and the cabin; and
ii. include training on the use of technical manuals, maintenance procedures and
the interface with the operation of the aircraft.
a. Type design including relevant type design variants, new technology and
techniques;
d. Known human factor issues associated with the particular aircraft type;
g. Use of special tooling and test equipment and specific maintenance practices
including critical safety items and safety precautions;
h. Significant and critical tasks/aspects from the MMEL, CDL, Fuel Tank Safety
(FTS), airworthiness limitation items (ALI) including Critical Design
Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCL), CMR and all ICA documentation
such as MRB, MPD, SRM, AMM, etc., when applicable.
i. Maintenance actions and procedures to be followed as a consequence of specific
certification requirements, such as, but not limited to, RVSM (Reduced Vertical
Separation Minimum) and NVIS (Night Vision Imaging Systems);
The type training does not necessarily need to include all possible customer options,
corresponding to the type rating described in the Appendix I to AMC to CAR-66.
4. Limited avionic system training should be included in the category B1 type training
as the B1 privileges include work on avionics systems requiring simple tests to prove
their serviceability.
6. The theoretical and practical training should be complementary and may be:
i. Integrated or split;
ii. Supported by the use of training aids, such as, trainers, virtual aircraft, aircraft
components, synthetic training devices (STD), computer-based training
devices (CBT), etc.
AMC to Paragraph 3.1(d) of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type Training and
Examination Standard. On-the-Job Training”
Training Needs Analysis for the theoretical element of the aircraft type training
1. The minimum duration for the theoretical element of the type rating training course,
as described in Appendix III to CAR-66, has been determined based on:
2. The purpose of the Training Needs Analysis (TNA) is to adapt and justify the duration
of the course for a specific aircraft type. This means that the TNA is the main driver
for determining the duration of the course, regardless of whether it is above or below
the minimum duration described in Appendix III to CAR-66.
In the particular case of type training courses approved on the basis of the
requirements valid before this CAR is applicable and having a duration for the
theoretical element equal to or above the minimum duration contained in paragraph
3.1(c) of Appendix III to CAR-66, it is acceptable that the TNA only covers the
differences introduced by this CAR in paragraph 3.1(e) “Content” and the criteria
introduced in paragraph 3.1(d) “Justification of course duration” related to the
minimum attendance and the maximum number of training hours per day. This TNA
may result in a change in the duration of the theoretical element.
3. The content and the duration deriving from the TNA may be supported by an analysis
from the Type Certificate holder.
a) The TNA should include an analysis identifying all the areas and elements where there
is a need for training as well as the associated learning objectives, considering the
design philosophy of the aircraft type, the operational environment, the type of
operations and the operational experience. This analysis should be written in a
manner which provides a reasonable understanding of which areas and elements
constitute the course to meet the learning objectives.
b) As a minimum, the Training Need Analysis (TNA) should take into account all the
applicable elements contained in paragraph 3.1 of CAR-66 Appendix III and
associated AMCs.
c) The TNA should set up the course content considering the Appendix III objectives for
each level of training and the prescribed topics in the theoretical element table
contained in paragraph 3.1 of CAR-66 Appendix III.
d) For each Chapter described in the theoretical element table contained in paragraph
3.1 of CAR-66 Appendix III, the corresponding training time should be recorded
e) Typical documents to be used to identify the areas and elements where there is a need
for training typically include, among others, the Aircraft Maintenance Manual, MRB
report, CMRs, airworthiness limitations, Troubleshooting Manual, Structural Repair
Manual, Illustrated Parts Catalogue, Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins.
1. Activation/reactivation;
2. Removal/installation;
3. Testing;
4. Servicing;
5. Inspection, check and repairs;
6. Troubleshooting/diagnosis.
ii) For the purpose of identifying the specific elements constituting the training
course, it is acceptable to use a filtering method based on criteria such as:
i. Identify the learning objectives for each task, group of tasks, system, subsystem
or component;
iii. Organise the training into modules in a logical sequence (adequate combination
of chapters as defined in Appendix III of CAR-66);
iv. Determine the sequence of learning (within a lesson and for the whole
syllabus);
v. Identify the scope of information and level of detail with regard to the minimum
standard to which the topics of the TNA should be taught according to the set- up
objectives.
a. Complexity of the system (e.g. the need of further breakdown into sub
systems, etc.);
d. Troubleshooting;
h. Maintenance Practices;
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i) The maximum number of training hours per day for the theoretical element of type
training should not be more than 6 hours. A training hour means 60 minutes of tuition
excluding any breaks, examination, revision, preparation and aircraft visit. In
exceptional cases, the DGCA may allow deviation from this standard when it is
properly justified that the proposed number of hours follows pedagogical and human
factors principles. These principles are especially important in those cases where:
j) The minimum participation time for the trainee to meet the objectives of the course
should not be less than 90 % of the tuition hours of the theoretical training course.
Additional training may be provided by the training organisation in order to meet the
minimum participation time. If the minimum participation defined for the course is
not met, a certificate of recognition should not be issued.
NOTE: The examination is not part of the TNA. However, it should be prepared inaccordance
with the learning objectives described in the TNA.
AMC to Paragraphs 1(b), 3.2 and 4.2 of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type
1. The practical training may include instruction in a classroom or in simulators but part
of the practical training should be conducted in a real maintenance or manufacturer
environment.
2. The tasks should be selected because of their frequency, complexity, variety, safety,
criticality, novelty, etc. The selected tasks should cover all the chapters described in
the table contained in paragraph 3.2 of Appendix III to CAR-66.
3. The duration of the practical training should ensure that the content of training
required by paragraph 3.2 of Appendix III to CAR-66 is completed. Nevertheless, for
aeroplanes with a MTOM equal or above 30 000 kg, the duration for the practical
element of a type rating training course should not be less than two weeks, unless a
shorter duration meeting the objectives of the training and taking into account
pedagogical aspects (maximum duration per day) is justified to the DGCA.
4. The organisation providing the practical element of the type training should provide
trainees with a schedule or plan indicating the list of tasks to be performed under
instruction or supervision. A record of the tasks completed should be entered into a
logbook which should be designed such that each task or group of tasks may be
countersigned by the designated assessor. The logbook format and its use should be
clearly defined.
Further guidance about the assessment and the designated assessors is provided in
Appendix III to AMC to CAR-66.
6. The practical element (for power plant and avionic systems) of the Type Rating
Training may be subcontracted by the approved CAR-147 organisation under its
quality system according to the provisions of 147.A.145 (d) 3 and the corresponding
Guidance Material.
AMC to Paragraph 1(c) of Appendix III to CAR-66 “Aircraft Type Training and
Examination Standard. On-the-Job Training”
Differences training
Approved difference training is not required for different variants within the same
aircraft type rating (as specified in Appendix I to AMC to CAR-66) for the purpose of type
rating endorsement on the aircraft maintenance licence.
This Section 5 “Type Examination Standard” does not apply to the examination
performed as part of type training. This Section only applies to those cases where type
examination is performed as a substitute for type training.
2. The OJT should include one-to-one supervision and should involve actual work task
performance on aircraft/components, covering line and/or base maintenance tasks.
4. The OJT should cover at least 50 % of the tasks contained in Appendix II to AMC to
CAR-66. Some tasks should be selected from each paragraph of the Appendix II list.
Tasks should be selected among those applicable to the type of aircraft and licence
(sub) category applied for. Other tasks than those in the Appendix II may be
considered as a replacement when they are relevant. Typically, in addition to the
variety and the complexity, the OJT tasks should be selected because of their
frequency, safety, novelty, etc.
5. Up to 50 % of the required OJT may be undertaken before the aircraft theoretical type
training starts.
6. The organisation providing the on-the-job training should provide trainees a schedule
or plan indicating the list of tasks to be performed under supervision. A record of the
tasks completed should be entered into a logbook which should be designed such that
each task or group of tasks is countersigned by the corresponding supervisor. The
logbook format and its use should be clearly defined.
ii. During the day-to-day OJT performance, the supervision aims at overseeing the
complete process, including task completion, use of manuals and procedures,
observance of safety measures, warnings and recommendations and adequate
behavior in the maintenance environment.
iii. The supervisor(s) should personally observe the work being performed to
ensure the safe completeness and should be readily available for consultation, if
needed during the OJT performance.
iv. The supervisor(s) should countersign the tasks and release the maintenance
tasks as the trainee is still not qualified to do so.
a) have certifying staff or support staff privileges relevant to the OJT tasks;
c) be safety-orientated;
Further guidance about the assessment and the designated assessors is provided in
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Appendix III to AMC to CAR-66.
9 The procedures for OJT should be included into the Exposition Manual of the
approved maintenance organisation (Chapter 3.15, as indicated in AMC 145.A.70 (a)).
These procedures in the Exposition Manual are approved by the DGCA, and providing
training is not one of the privileges of a maintenance organisation, they can only be
used when the licencing authority is the DGCA. In other cases, it is up to the licencing
authority to decide whether it accepts such procedures for the purpose of approving
the OJT (refer to AMC 66.B.115).
The theoretical and practical training providers, as well as the OJT provider, may contract
the services of a language translator in the case where training is imparted to students
not conversant in the language of the training material. Nevertheless, it remains
essential that the students understand all the relevant maintenance documentation.
During the performance of examinations and assessments, the assistance of the
translator should be limited to the translation of the questions, but should not provide
clarifications or help in relation to those questions.
SUBPART C
For the grant of certification authorization the competency of the candidate shall be
assessed by the organization, following procedures documented in the organization
exposition. Guidelines for competency check is detailed in AMC and GM of CAR 145-
30(e).
Appendix I
AIRCRAFT TYPE RATINGS
FOR CAR-66 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER’S LICENCE
XLIII Fuel and control, piston (ATA 73) XLVII Engine Controls( ATA 76 )
a. Replace engine driven pump. a. Rig thrust lever.
b. Adjust AMC. b. Rig RPM control.
c. Adjust ABC. c. Rig mixture HP cock lever.
d. Install carburetor/injector. d. Rig power lever.
e. Check control sync (multi-eng).
e. Adjust carburetor/injector.
f. Check controls for correct
f. Clean injector nozzles.
assemblyand locking.
g. Replace primer line. g. Check controls for range
h. Check carburetor float setting. anddirection of
movement.
XLIV Fuel and control, turbine (ATA 73) h. Adjust pedestal micro-switches.
i. Troubleshoot faulty system.
a. Replace FCU.
b. Replace engine electronic
controlunit (FADEC). XLVIII Engine Indicating ( ATA 77 )
c. Replace fuel metering unit a. Replace engine instruments(s).
(FADEC). b. Replace oil temperature bulb.
d. Replace engine driven pump. c. Replace thermocouples.
e. Clean/test fuel nozzles. d. Check calibration.
f. Clean/replace filters. e. Troubleshoot faulty system.
g. Adjust FCU.
XLIX Exhaust, piston ( ATA 78 )
h. Troubleshoot faulty system.
a. Replace exhaust gasket.
i. Functional test of FADEC.
b. Inspect welded repair.
c. Pressure check cabin heater muff.
XLV Ignition systems, piston (ATA 74) Troubleshoot faulty system.
a. Change magneto.
b. Change ignition vibrator.
c. Change plugs.
d. Test plugs.
LI Oil ( ATA 79 )
a. Change oil.
b. Check filter(s).
c. Adjust pressure relief valve.
d. Replace oil tank.
e. Replace oil pump.
f. Replace oil cooler.
g. Replace firewall shut off valve.
h. Perform oil dilution.
i. Troubleshoot faulty system.
LII Starting ( ATA 80 )
a. Replace starter.
b. Replace start relay.
c. Replace start control valve.
d. Check cranking speed.
e. Troubleshoot faulty system.
The assessment should aim at measuring the competence by evaluating three major
factors associated to the learning objectives:
Knowledge;
Skills;
Attitude.
“Attitude” is indivisible from the “skill” as this greatly contributes to the safe
performance of the tasks.
The evaluation of the competence should be based on the learning objectives of the
training, in particular:
the (observable) desired performance. This covers what the trainee is expected to be
able to do and how the trainee is expected to behave at the end of the training;
the conditions under which the trainee will demonstrate competence. Conditions
consist of the training methods, the environmental, situational and regulatory factors.
The assessment should focus on the competencies relevant to the aircraft type and its
maintenance including, but not limited to:
Aircraft final/close-up and report (apply close up, initiate appropriate actions
/follow-up/ records of testing, establish and sign maintenance reords /logbooks).
2) How to assess
As far as feasible, the objectives of the assessment should be associated with the learning
objectives and the passing level; it means that observable criteria should be set to
measure the performance and should remain as objective as possible.
The following is a non-exhaustive list of questions that may be posed to assist the
assessment:
diagnostic (prior to a course), formative (reorientate the course on areas where there
is a need to reinforce) or summative (partial or final evaluation);
All these reasons place more emphasis on the assessor and highlight the function of the
organisation’s approval.
Understand the objective and the content of the practical elements of the training
that is being assessed;
the assessor and the instructor for the practical elements of the Type Rating
Training; or
the assessor and the supervisor for the On-the-Job Training
Provided that the objectives associated with each role are clearly understood and that
the competence and qualification criteria according to the approved manuals
(MTOE/MOE) are met for both functions. Whenever possible (depending on the size of
the organisation),it is recommended to split the roles (two different persons) in order
to avoid any conflicts of interests.
When the functions are not combined, the role of each function should be clearly
understood
This appendix includes general instructions for providing training on Fuel Tank Safety
issues.
1. Level of training required by this Annex is only level 2.
Level 2 Detailed training
3. General requirements
The training for the personnel designated in table above has to be carried out before any
airworthiness review certificate is issued or any maintenance task is certified on an
aircraft or a component.
The following characteristics shall be taken into consideration when the level 2 training
programme are being established:
(a) understanding of the background and concepts of fuel tank safety as developed
during the last 10 years, and
(b) how in maintenance organisations mechanics can recognize, interpret and handle the
improvements that have been made or are being made during fuel tank system
maintenance,
(c) awareness of any hazards working on the Fuel System, and especially with a
Flammability Reduction System using nitrogen.
i) The theoretical background behind the fuel tank safety: the explosions of mixtures
of fuel and air, the behavior of those mixtures in an aviation environment, the effects
of temperature and pressure, energy needed for ignition etc, the ‘fire triangle’, -
Explain 2 concepts to prevent explosions: (1) ignition source prevention and (2)
flammability reduction,
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ii) The major accidents and accident investigations and their conclusions,
iii) SFARs from 14 CFR SFAR 88 of the FAA and JAA Internal Policy INT POL 25/12:
reason of these documents, and what was the ultimate goal, margins of fuel system
safety improvements (from 10-6 to 10-9, in fact improvement by a factor 100- 1000,
to identify unsafe conditions and to correct them, to systematically improve fuel
tank maintenance),
iv)Explain the concepts that are being used: the results of SFAR 88 of the FAA and JAA
INT/POL 25/12: modifications, airworthiness limitations and CDCCL,
v) Where relevant information can be found by the mechanics and how to use and
interpret this information (maintenance manuals, component maintenance
manuals)
vi)Fuel Tank Safety and Maintenance: fuel tank entry and exit procedures, clean
working environment, what is meant by configuration control, wire separation,
bonding of components etc,
vii) Flammability reduction systems: reason for their presence, their effects, the
hazards of an FRS using nitrogen for maintenance, safety precautions in
maintenance/working with an FRS,
Form No Description
CA Form 19-07 Application for allotment of computer number for appearing in AME
licence examinations
CA Form 19-08A Application for appearing in written paper(s) of CAR 66 basic knowledge
examination
CA Form 19-08B Application for appearing in CAR 66 type examination
CA Form 19-09 Application for appearing in skill test of CAR-66 AME licence
CA Form 19-10 Format of aircraft maintenance engineer work record / log book
Note: The requirements/ contents of the above forms have been incorporated/ captured in the
respective eGCA service.
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