CASA 289/06 - Specification – examinations for aircraft maintenance engineer licence category electrical

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CASA 289/06 – Specification – examinations for aircraft maintenance engineer licence category electrical (as amended)

made under Civil Aviation Order 100.94.

This compilation was prepared on 8 January 2010 taking into account amendments up to CASA 550/09.

Prepared by the Legislative Drafting Branch, Legal Services Division, Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Canberra.

Specification — examinations for aircraft maintenance engineer licence category electrical

1 Commencement

 This instrument commences on the day after it is registered.

2 Specification — examinations for licence or additional ratings

 For subsection 6 of CAO 100.94, the examinations mentioned in Schedule 1 are specified for the grant of a licence, or endorsement of additional ratings for a specific aircraft type, for the category electrical.

Schedule 1 Examinations for category electrical

1 Core subject examinations

 (1) The core subject examinations for a licence group in table 1 of this Schedule (table 1) are indicated by the symbol * in the column for the licence group.

 (2) The core subject examination digital techniques, computers and electronic devices (code QE) is required only:

(a) to certify for a system classified as digital in accordance with subsection 2 of CAO 100.94; or

(b) for initial issue of a licence after 1 July 1989.

Note   The licence of a person without a credit for examination code QE is therefore subject to a limitation and will be endorsed accordingly.

2 Specific group subject examinations

  The specific group subject examinations for a licence group in table 1 are indicated by the symbol * in the column for the licence group.

3 Specific aircraft type examinations

  The specific aircraft type examinations for licence group 20 in table 1 are those:

(a) indicated by the symbol # in the column for the licence groups; and

(b) comprising an assessment of the assembly, functioning and principles of construction of, and the methods and procedures for the maintenance of, the electrical systems of the specific aircraft type.

4 Credits and waivers

 (1) A person is not required to pass the examination in aerodynamics and maintenance practices (code QB) for a licence group if the person holds a credit for passing each of the following examinations for the licence group:

(a) Maintenance practices and materials (code BA);

(b) Aerodynamics and mechanical controls (code BB);

(c) Electrical and instrument systems (code BC).

Note   The examinations coded BA, BB and BC are prescribed in the Specification under CAO 100.91 for category airframes and in the Specification under CAO 100.92 for category engines.

 (1A) A person is not required to pass the examination in Airworthiness administration (code AA) for a licence group if:

(a) the person has knowledge of Module 10, Aviation Legislation, in Part 3, Appendix 4 of Civil Aviation Order 100.66 (CAO 100.66); and

(b) the person has demonstrated the knowledge by successful examination for clause 13 of CAO 100.66; and

(c) the knowledge training and examination were conducted by a recognised organisation under CAO 100.66 that is approved in writing for this subclause.

Note   CASA approval is dependent on CASA’s satisfaction that, through Module 10, the recognised organisation can train and examine in the comprehensive specifics of Airworthiness administration (code AA) for the licence group.

 (2) CASA may waive the requirement for the written examination (code ES) mentioned in table 1 for a specific aircraft type if:

(a) the specific aircraft type is so similar to another aircraft type for which the applicant already holds the category electrical rating that the applicant may be taken to have adequate knowledge of the electrical category for the specific aircraft type; and

(b) the safety of air navigation will not be affected by the waiver.

 (3)  CASA may waive the requirement for the oral examination (code EO) mentioned in table 1 for a specific aircraft type if:

(a) the person obtains, and records in a schedule of experience, appropriate practical experience on the aircraft type; and

(b) the safety of air navigation will not be affected by the waiver.

Table 1 — Examinations for category electrical

Examination
Code
Licence groups

 

 

1

2

20

Core subjects

Airworthiness administration

AA

*

*

*

Electrical fundamentals

QA

*

*

*

Aerodynamics and maintenance practices

QB

*

*

*

Basic logic and semi-conductor theory

QC

*

*

*

AC theory and power systems

QD

*

*

*

Digital techniques, computers and electronic devices

Note   See subclause 1 (2) of Schedule 1.

QE

*

*

*

 

 

1

2

20

Specific group subjects

General electrical systems

EB

*

*

*

Electrical systems for multi generator powered systems

ED

 

*

*

Specific aircraft type

Written

ES

 

 

#

Oral

EO

 

 

#

Note 1   The code is an abbreviation for examination administration purposes.

 

 

Note to CASA 289/06 – Specification – examinations for aircraft maintenance engineer licence category electrical

Note 1

CASA 289/06 – Specification – examinations for aircraft maintenance engineer licence category electrical (in force under subsection 6 of Civil Aviation Order 100.94) as shown in this compilation is amended as indicated in the tables below.

Table of instruments

Title

Date of FRLI registration

Date of
commencement

Application, saving or
transitional provisions

CASA 289/06
Specification — examinations for aircraft maintenance engineer licence category electrical

29 September 2006 (see F2006L03276)

30 September 2006

—

CASA 550/09
Amendment of instrument CASA 289/06

06 January 2010 (see F2010L00065)

07 January 2010

—

Table of amendments  

ad. = added or inserted      am. = amended      rep. = repealed      rs. = repealed and substituted

Provision affected

How affected

Schedule 1

am.  CASA 550/09

 

Overview

The CASA 289/06 – Specification – examinations for aircraft maintenance engineer licence category electrical was enacted in 2006 and subsequently amended in 2009, with the aim of specifying the examinations required for the grant of a licence or endorsement of additional ratings for the category electrical under Civil Aviation Order 100.94. This legislative instrument was introduced to ensure that aircraft maintenance engineers possess the requisite knowledge and skills to safely and effectively perform their duties, particularly concerning the electrical systems of aircraft. The instrument was prepared by the Legislative Drafting Branch, Legal Services Division, Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Canberra. The policy objective is to maintain and enhance the safety and efficiency of aircraft maintenance operations by ensuring that relevant personnel are adequately qualified through rigorous examination processes. The legislation outlines specific core and group subject examinations, as well as aircraft type-specific assessments, to be undertaken by candidates seeking a licence or additional ratings in the electrical category. It also provides for the possibility of waiving certain examinations under specified conditions to ensure that the safety of air navigation is not compromised. The examinations are designed to cover essential topics such as airworthiness administration, electrical fundamentals, aerodynamics, and maintenance practices, among others. By adhering to these specifications, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority aims to uphold high standards of safety and competency within the aviation maintenance industry.

Scope and Application

The CASA 289/06 – Specification – examinations for aircraft maintenance engineer licence category electrical (as amended) is a legislative instrument made under Civil Aviation Order 100.94 and applies to individuals seeking to obtain or endorse additional ratings for an aircraft maintenance engineer licence in the electrical category. The scope of this instrument is confined to the specifications of examinations required for such licences or endorsements. It outlines the core subject examinations, specific group subject examinations, and specific aircraft type examinations necessary for applicants to pass in order to obtain the relevant licence or endorsement. This Act applies on a national level, as it is an instrument made under the Civil Aviation Order, which is a Commonwealth regulation. There are no explicit geographic exclusions, but the Act implicitly applies only to those within Australia since it references other Australian Civil Aviation Orders and is registered under Australian legislative processes. The Act can be extended or modified through subordinate instruments, such as the amendments noted in CASA 550/09. These amendments further specify conditions and circumstances under which certain examinations can be waived or credited, providing flexibility in meeting the licensing requirements.

Key Provisions

This legislation, CASA 289/06, specifies the examinations required for the grant of a licence, or endorsement of additional ratings for a specific aircraft type, for the category electrical under Civil Aviation Order 100.94. It commences on the day after its registration, which was on 30 September 2006, with subsequent amendments effective from 7 January 2010. The examinations outlined in Schedule 1 include core subject examinations, specific group subject examinations, and specific aircraft type examinations, each indicated by specific symbols in Table 1. The obligations under this legislation include passing the core subject examinations, which are marked with an asterisk (*) in Table 1, for the relevant licence group. For instance, the examination in digital techniques, computers and electronic devices (code QE) is necessary for systems classified as digital or for initial licence issue after 1 July 1989. Additionally, specific group subject examinations, also indicated by an asterisk (*), must be passed. For licence group 20, specific aircraft type examinations, marked with a hash (#), are required, assessing the electrical systems of the specific aircraft type. Furthermore, credits and waivers can apply; for example, individuals holding credits for certain examinations do not need to retake them, and CASA may waive specific examinations if the applicant has adequate knowledge or practical experience. Failure to comply with the requirements set out in CASA 289/06 may result in various consequences. If an individual does not pass the necessary examinations, they will not be granted the licence or additional ratings. Additionally, any misrepresentation or fraudulent attempt to obtain a licence or ratings could lead to criminal charges under the relevant aviation and criminal legislation. The exact penalties for such offences would depend on the nature and severity of the breach, but they could include fines and imprisonment. CASA retains the authority to enforce these provisions and may take action against non-compliance.

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