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Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 of 26 November 2014 on the continuing airworthiness of aircraft and aeronautical products, parts and appliances, and on the approval of organisations and personnel involved in these tasks (Recast) (Text with EEA relevance)

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On the job trainingU.K.

1.GeneralU.K.

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 Annex IV (Part-147) or, when conducted by other organisations, as directly approved by the [F1CAA].

(ii)

[F2Shall comply, except as permitted by the differences training provided for in point (c), with the standard set out in point 3.1 of this Appendix and, if available, the relevant elements defined in the mandatory part of the operational suitability data established in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.]

(iii)

In the case of a category C person qualified by holding an academic degree as specified in point 66.A.30(a)(5), the first relevant aircraft type theoretical training shall be at the category B1 or B2 level.

(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:

(i)

Shall be conducted by a maintenance training organisation appropriately approved in accordance with Annex IV (Part-147) or, when conducted by other organisations, as directly approved by the [F3CAA].

(ii)

[F2Shall comply, except as permitted by the differences training described in point (c), with the standard set out in point 3.2 of this Appendix and, if available, the relevant elements defined in the mandatory part of the operational suitability data established in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.]

(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.

(v)

Shall have been started and completed within the 3 years preceding the application for a type rating endorsement.

(c)

Differences training

(i)

Differences training is the training required in order to cover the differences between two different aircraft type ratings of the same manufacturer as determined by the [F4CAA].

(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.

2.Aircraft type training levelsU.K.

The three levels listed below define the objectives, the depth of training and the level of knowledge that the training is intended to achieve.

  • Level 1: A brief overview of the airframe, systems and powerplant as outlined in the Systems Description Section of the Aircraft Maintenance Manual/Instructions for Continued Airworthiness.

    Course objectives: Upon completion of Level 1 training, 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.

    Course objectives: In addition to the information contained in the Level 1 training, at the completion of Level 2 training, the student will be able to:

    (a)

    understand the theoretical fundamentals; apply knowledge in a practical manner using detailed procedures;

    (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;

    (d)

    identify the locations of the principal components;

    (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;

    (h)

    demonstrate the use, interpretation and application of appropriate documentation including instructions for continued airworthiness, maintenance manual, illustrated parts catalogue, etc.

  • 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 3 training, 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, powerplant, component and functional checks as specified in the aircraft 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;

    (e)

    describe procedures for replacement of components unique to aircraft type.

3.Aircraft type training standardU.K.

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.

3.1.Theoretical elementU.K.
(a)

Objective:

On completion of a theoretical training course the student shall be able to demonstrate, to the levels identified in the Appendix III syllabus, the detailed theoretical knowledge of the aircraft's applicable systems, structure, operations, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting according to approved maintenance data. The student shall be able to demonstrate the use of manuals and approved procedures, including the knowledge of relevant inspections and limitations.

(b)

Level of training:

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:

a

[F2For non-pressurised piston engine aeroplanes below 2 000  kg MTOM, the minimum duration can be reduced by 50 %.

b

For helicopters in Group 2 (as defined in point 66.A.5), the minimum duration can be reduced by 30 %.]

CategoryHours
Aeroplanes with a maximum take-off mass above 30 000 kg:
B1.1150
B1.2120
B2100
C30
Aeroplanes with a maximum take-off mass equal or less than 30 000 kg and above 5 700 kg:
B1.1120
B1.2100
B2100
C25
Aeroplanes with a maximum take-off mass of 5 700 kg and belowa
B1.180
B1.260
B260
C15
Helicoptersb
B1.3120
B1.4100
B2100
C25

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 [F5CAA].

(d)

Justification of course duration:

Training courses carried out in a maintenance training organisation approved in accordance with Annex IV (Part-147) and courses directly approved by the [F6CAA] shall justify their hour duration and the coverage of the full syllabus by a training needs analysis based on:

  • the design of the aircraft type, its maintenance needs and the types of operation,

  • detailed analysis of applicable chapters — see contents table in point 3.1(e) below,

  • detailed competency analysis showing that the objectives as stated in point 3.1(a) above are fully met.

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 [F6CAA] 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.

LevelChaptersAeroplanes turbineAeroplanes pistonHelicopters turbineHelicopters pistonAvionics
Licence category.B1CB1CB1CB1CB2
Introduction module:
05Time limits/maintenance checks
111111111
06Dimensions/Areas (MTOM, etc.)
111111111
07Lifting and Shoring
111111111
08Levelling and weighing
111111111
09Towing and taxiing
111111111
10Parking/mooring, Storing and Return to Service
111111111
11Placards and Markings
111111111
12Servicing
111111111
20Standard practices — only type particular
111111111
Helicopters
18Vibration and Noise Analysis (Blade tracking)
3131
60Standard Practices Rotor
3131
62Rotors
31311
62ARotors — Monitoring and indicating
31313
63Rotor Drives
31311
63ARotor Drives — Monitoring and indicating
31313
64Tail Rotor
31311
64ATail rotor — Monitoring and indicating
31313
65Tail Rotor Drive
31311
65ATail Rotor Drive — Monitoring and indicating
31313
66Folding Blades/Pylon
3131
67Rotors Flight Control
3131
53Airframe Structure (Helicopter)
3131
25Emergency Flotation Equipment
31311
Airframe structures
51Standard practices and structures (damage classification, assessment and repair)
31311
53Fuselage
31311
54Nacelles/Pylons
31311
55Stabilisers
31311
56Windows
31311
57Wings
31311
27AFlight Control Surfaces (All)
31311
52Doors
31311
Zonal and Station Identification Systems.111111111
Airframe systems:
21Air Conditioning
313131313
21AAir Supply
3131 [F23] [F21]312
21BPressurisation
313131313
21CSafety and Warning Devices
313131313
22Autoflight
212121213
23Communications
212121213
24Electrical Power
313131313
25Equipment and Furnishings
313131311
25AElectronic Equipment including emergency equipment
111111113
26Fire Protection
313131313
27Flight Controls
313131312
27ASys. Operation: Electrical/Fly-by-Wire
313
28Fuel Systems
313131312
28AFuel Systems — Monitoring and indicating
313131313
29Hydraulic Power
313131312
29AHydraulic Power — Monitoring and indicating
313131313
30Ice and Rain Protection
313131313
31Indicating/Recording Systems
313131313
31AInstrument Systems
313131 [F23] [F21]3
32Landing Gear
313131312
32ALanding Gear — Monitoring and indicating
313131313
33Lights
313131313
34Navigation
212121213
35Oxygen
31312
36Pneumatic
313131312
36APneumatic — Monitoring and indicating
313131313
37Vacuum
313131312
38Water/Waste
31312
41Water Ballast
31311
42Integrated modular avionics
212121213
44Cabin Systems
212121213
45On-Board Maintenance System (or covered in 31)
3131313
46Information Systems
212121213
50Cargo and Accessory Compartments
313131311
Turbine Engine
70Standard Practices — Engines,
31311
70Aconstructional arrangement and operation (Installation Inlet, Compressors, Combustion Section, Turbine Section, Bearings and Seals, Lubrication Systems).
31311
70BEngine Performance
31311
71Powerplant
31311
72Engine Turbine/Turbo Prop/Ducted Fan/Unducted fan
31311
73Engine Fuel and Control
31311
75Air
31311
76Engine controls
31311
78Exhaust
31311
79Oil
31311
80Starting
31311
82Water Injections
31311
83Accessory Gear Boxes
31311
84Propulsion Augmentation
31311
73AFADEC
31313
74Ignition
31313
77Engine Indicating Systems
31313
49Auxiliary Power Units (APUs)
312
Piston Engine
70Standard Practices — Engines
31311
70AConstructional arrangement and operation (Installation, Carburettors, Fuel injection systems, Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems, Supercharging/Turbocharging, Lubrication Systems).
31311
70BEngine Performance
31311
71Powerplant
31311
73Engine Fuel and Control
31311
76Engine Control
31311
79Oil
31311
80Starting
31311
81Turbines
31311
82Water Injections
31311
83Accessory Gear Boxes
31311
84Propulsion Augmentation
31311
73AFADEC
31313
74Ignition
31313
77Engine Indication Systems
31313
Propellers
60AStandard Practices — Propeller
31311
61Propellers/Propulsion
31311
61APropeller Construction
3131
61BPropeller Pitch Control
3131
61CPropeller Synchronising
31311
61DPropeller Electronic control
21213
61EPropeller Ice Protection
3131
61FPropeller Maintenance
31311
(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 [F7CAA] .

Textual Amendments

3.2.Practical elementU.K.
(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 the table: LOC: Location; FOT: Functional/Operational Test; SGH: Service and Ground Handling; R/I: Removal/Installation; MEL: Minimum Equipment List; TS: TroubleShooting.

ChaptersB1/B2B1B2
LOCFOTSGHR/IMELTSFOTSGHR/IMELTS
Introduction module:
5Time limits/maintenance checks
X/X
6Dimensions/Areas (MTOM, etc.)
X/X
7Lifting and Shoring
X/X
8Levelling and weighing
X/XXX
9Towing and taxiing
X/XXX
10Parking/mooring, Storing and Return to Service
X/XXX
11Placards and Markings
X/X
12Servicing
X/XXX
20Standard practices — only type particular
X/XXX
Helicopters:
18Vibration and Noise Analysis (Blade tracking)
X/—X
60Standard Practices Rotor — only type specific
X/XXX
62Rotors
X/—XXX
62ARotors — Monitoring and indicating
X/XXXXXXXX
63Rotor Drives
X/—XX
63ARotor Drives — Monitoring and indicating
X/XXXXXXX
64Tail Rotor
X/—XX
64ATail rotor -Monitoring and indicating
X/XXXXXXX
65Tail Rotor Drive
X/—XX
65ATail Rotor Drive — Monitoring and indicating
X/XXXXXXX
66Folding Blades/Pylon
X/—XXX
67Rotors Flight Control
X/—XXXX
53Airframe Structure (Helicopter)

Note: covered under Airframe structures

25Emergency Flotation Equipment
X/XXXXXXXX
Airframe structures:
51Standard Practices and Structures (damage classification, assessment and repair)
53Fuselage
X/—X
54Nacelles/Pylons
X/—
55Stabilisers
X/—
56Windows
X/—X
57Wings
X/—
27AFlight Control Surfaces
X/—X
52Doors
X/XXXX
Airframe systems:
21Air Conditioning
X/XXXXXXXXX
21AAir Supply
X/XXX
21BPressurisation
X/XXXXXXX
21CSafety and warning Devices
X/XXX
22Autoflight
X/XXXXXXX
23Communications
X/XXXXXXXX
24Electrical Power
X/XXXXXXXXXXX
25Equipment and Furnishings
X/XXXXXXX
25AElectronic Equipment including emergency equipment
X/XXXXXXX
26Fire Protection
X/XXXXXXXXXXX
27Flight Controls
X/XXXXXXX
27ASys. Operation: Electrical/Fly-by-Wire
X/XXXXXXXX
28Fuel Systems
X/XXXXXXXXX
28AFuel Systems — Monitoring and indicating
X/XXXXX
29Hydraulic Power
X/XXXXXXXXX
29AHydraulic Power — Monitoring and indicating
X/XXXXXXXXX
30Ice and Rain Protection
X/XXXXXXXXX
31Indicating/Recording Systems
X/XXXXXXXXXXX
31AInstrument Systems
X/XXXXXXXXXXX
32Landing Gear
X/XXXXXXXXXX
32ALanding Gear — Monitoring and indicating
X/XXXXXXXXX
33Lights
X/XXXXXXXX
34Navigation
X/XXXXXXXX
35Oxygen
X/—XXXXX
36Pneumatic
X/—XXXXXXXX
36APneumatic — Monitoring and indicating
X/XXXXXXXXXXX
37Vacuum
X/—XXXX
38Water/Waste
X/—XXXX
41Water Ballast
X/—
42Integrated modular avionics
X/XXXXXX
44Cabin Systems
X/XXXXXX
45On-Board Maintenance System (or covered in 31)
X/XXXXXXXXXXX
46Information Systems
X/XXXXX
50Cargo and Accessory Compartments
X/XX
Turbine/Piston Engine Module:
70Standard Practices — Engines — only type particular
XX
70AConstructional arrangement and operation (Installation Inlet, Compressors, Combustion Section, Turbine Section, Bearings and Seals, Lubrication Systems)
X/X
Turbine engines:
70BEngine Performance
X
71Power Plant
X/—XXX
72Engine Turbine/Turbo Prop/Ducted Fan/ Unducted fan
X/—
73Engine Fuel and Control
X/XX
73AFADEC Systems
X/XXXXXXXXX
74Ignition
X/XXX
75Air
X/—XX
76Engine Controls
X/—XX
77Engine Indicating
X/XXXXXXX
78Exhaust
X/—XX
79Oil
X/—XX
80Starting
X/—XXX
82Water Injection
X/—X
83Accessory Gearboxes
X/—X
84Propulsion Augmentation
X/—X
Auxiliary Power Units (APUs):
49Auxiliary Power Units (APUs)
X/—XXX
Piston Engines:
70Standard Practices — Engines — only type particular
XX
70AConstructional arrangement and operation (Installation Inlet, Compressors, Combustion Section, Turbine Section, Bearings and Seals, Lubrication Systems)
X/X
70BEngine Performance
X
71Power Plant
X/—XXX
73Engine Fuel and Control
X/XX
73AFADEC Systems
X/XXXXXXXXXX
74Ignition
X/XXX
76Engine Controls
X/—XX
77Engine Indicating
X/XXXXXXX
78Exhaust
X/—XXX
79Oil
X/—XX
80Starting
X/—XXX
81Turbines
X/—XXXX
82Water Injection
X/—X
83Accessory Gearboxes
X/—XX
84Propulsion Augmentation
X/—X
Propellers:
60AStandard Practices — Propeller
X
61Propellers/Propulsion
X/XXXXX
61APropeller Construction
X/XX
61BPropeller Pitch Control
X/—XXXX
61CPropeller Synchronising
X/—XXX
61DPropeller Electronic control
X/XXXXXXXXXXX
61EPropeller Ice Protection
X/—XXXX
61FPropeller Maintenance
X/XXXXXXXXXXX
4.Type training examination and assessment standardU.K.
4.1.Theoretical element examination standardU.K.

After the theoretical portion of the aircraft type training has been completed, a written examination shall be performed, which shall comply with the following:

(a)

Format of the examination is of the multi-choice type. Each multi-choice question shall have 3 alternative answers of which only one shall be the correct answer. The total time is based on the total number of questions and the time for answering is based upon a nominal average of 90 seconds per question.

(b)

The incorrect alternatives shall seem equally plausible to anyone ignorant of the subject. All the alternatives shall be clearly related to the question and of similar vocabulary, grammatical construction and length.

(c)

In numerical questions, the incorrect answers shall correspond to procedural errors such as the use of incorrect sense (+ versus -) or incorrect measurement units. They shall not be mere random numbers.

(d)

The level of examination for each chapter(1) shall be the one defined in point 2 ‘Aircraft type training levels’. However, the use of a limited number of questions at a lower level is acceptable.

(e)

The examination shall be of the closed book type. No reference material is permitted. An exception will be made for the case of examining a B1 or B2 candidate's ability to interpret technical documents.

(f)

The number of questions shall be at least 1 question per hour of instruction. The number of questions for each chapter and level shall be proportionate to:

  • the effective training hours spent teaching at that chapter and level,

  • the learning objectives as given by the training needs analysis.

The [F8CAA] will assess the number and the level of the questions when approving the course.

(g)

The minimum examination pass mark is 75 %. When the type training examination is split in several examinations, each examination shall be passed with at least a 75 % mark. In order to be possible to achieve exactly a 75 % pass mark, the number of questions in the examination shall be a multiple of 4.

(h)

Penalty marking (negative points for failed questions) is not to be used.

(i)

End of module phase examinations cannot be used as part of the final examination unless they contain the correct number and level of questions required.

Textual Amendments

F8Word in Annex 3 Appendix 3 point 4.1(f) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 278(4)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

4.2.Practical element assessment standardU.K.

After the practical element of the aircraft type training has been completed, an assessment must be performed, which must comply with the following:

(a)

The assessment shall be performed by designated assessors appropriately qualified.

(b)

The assessment shall evaluate the knowledge and skills of the trainee.

5.Type examination standardU.K.

Type examination shall be conducted by training organisations appropriately approved under Part-147 or by the [F9CAA].

Textual Amendments

The examination shall be oral, written or practical assessment based, or a combination thereof and it shall comply with the following requirements:

(a)

Oral examination questions shall be open.

(b)

Written examination questions shall be essay type or multi-choice questions.

(c)

Practical assessment shall determine a person's competence to perform a task.

(d)

Examinations shall be on a sample of chapters(2) 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:

1.

Properly discuss with confidence the aircraft and its systems.

2.

Ensure safe performance of 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 such as engine run, etc., if required.

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

(h)

The following conditions apply to the examination:

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 maintenance training organisation or the [F9CAA] to which they apply for an examination, the number and dates of attempts during the last year and the maintenance training organisation or the [F9CAA] where these attempts took place. The maintenance training organisation or the [F9CAA] 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.

6.On the Job TrainingU.K.

On the Job Training (OJT) shall be approved by the [F10CAA].

Textual Amendments

It shall be conducted at and under the control of a maintenance organisation appropriately approved for the maintenance of the particular aircraft type and shall be assessed by designated assessors appropriately qualified.

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.

(b)

Content:

OJT shall cover a cross section of tasks acceptable to the [F11CAA]. 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.

The following data shall be addressed on the OJT worksheets/logbook:

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.

Date of task completion;

7.

Description of task and job card/work order/tech log, etc.;

8.

Aircraft type and aircraft registration;

9.

Aircraft rating applied for.

Textual Amendments

In order to facilitate the verification by the [F12CAA], 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.

Textual Amendments

(1)

For the purpose of this point 4, a ‘chapter’ means each one of the rows preceded by a number in the table contained in point 3.1(e).

(2)

For the purpose of this point 5, a ‘chapter’ means each one of the rows preceded by a number in the tables contained in points 3.1(e) and 3.2(b).

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