CAAB AME B1.3 Exam flashcards
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- B1.3 licence category
- A mechanical maintenance licence category specific to helicopters, covering airframe, engine, and mechanical systems, but excluding avionics and complex electrical systems.
- Certificate of Release to Service
- A document issued by authorised certifying staff confirming that maintenance has been completed satisfactorily and the aircraft is fit for return to service.
- Type rating endorsement
- An entry on a licence permitting the holder to certify maintenance on a specific aircraft type, granted after type-specific training and assessment.
- EWIS
- Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems; maintenance on complex EWIS tasks generally requires specific training and may fall outside basic B1.3 privileges.
- Certifying staff authorisation
- Formal permission granted by an approved organisation or authority allowing an individual to certify maintenance within defined scope and limitations.
- Civil Aviation Act 2017
- National legislation establishing the civil aviation authority and providing the legal framework for safety regulation, licensing, and enforcement.
- CAR 84
- Civil Aviation Regulations governing aircraft maintenance, including requirements for maintenance organisations, certifying staff, records, and release to service.
- Maintenance records retention
- The requirement under CAR 84 to keep maintenance records for a specified period and make them available to the authority on request.
- Approved maintenance organisation
- An organisation approved under CAR 84 to perform maintenance, required to have a quality system, documented procedures, and qualified personnel.
- Approved data
- Technical information approved by the authority or manufacturer for performing maintenance, repairs, or modifications, required under CAR 84.
- Enforcement action
- Measures taken for non-compliance with the Act or CAR 84, which may include suspension or revocation of licences and organisation approvals.
- Air Navigation Order
- A legal instrument setting out rules for aircraft operations, airworthiness, and personnel licensing within the national airspace.
- CAD Circular
- Guidance issued by the Civil Aviation Department providing acceptable means of compliance and interpretation of regulations; advisory rather than law.
- Mandatory vs advisory
- ANO provisions are legally mandatory, while CAD Circulars are advisory guidance that may be referenced as accepted methods of compliance.
- Maintenance programme approval
- A process, often described in CAD Circulars, by which an operator's maintenance programme is reviewed and accepted by the authority.
- Continued airworthiness
- The ongoing process of ensuring an aircraft remains in a condition for safe operation throughout its service life, supported by regulations and guidance.
- Aerodrome certification
- Formal approval of an aerodrome by the authority after demonstrating compliance with standards, including a manual and safety management system.
- Obstacle limitation surfaces
- Defined imaginary surfaces around an aerodrome that must be kept clear of obstacles to protect approach, take-off, and circling flight paths.
- Runway safety area
- A defined area surrounding the runway prepared to reduce damage to aircraft in the event of an undershoot, overshoot, or excursion.
- Rescue and firefighting services
- Aerodrome emergency services provided at a level appropriate to the aircraft using the aerodrome, based on the aerodrome category.
- Aerodrome SMS
- A safety management system required at certified aerodromes, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and safety assurance processes.
- Wildlife hazard management
- A programme to identify and mitigate risks posed by birds and other wildlife to aircraft operations at and around the aerodrome.
- AVSEC regulations
- Rules protecting civil aviation from unlawful interference, covering access control, screening, cargo security, and personnel background checks.
- Security-restricted area
- An area of the aerodrome with controlled access, requiring identification, authorisation, and sometimes escort for entry.
- Passenger screening
- The process of checking passengers and carry-on baggage for prohibited items before boarding, a core AVSEC requirement.
- Known consignor
- An entity approved to originate cargo that has been secured according to AVSEC requirements, allowing it to be carried without further screening.
- Security breach reporting
- The requirement to report security incidents and breaches to the appropriate authority so that corrective and preventative action can be taken.
- Voluntary reporting
- A system allowing personnel to report safety or security concerns in good faith, used to identify hazards and improve safety.
- Good faith protection
- Protection from punitive action for individuals who submit voluntary reports in good faith, except in cases of gross negligence or wilful misconduct.
- Report content
- A voluntary report should describe what happened, when and where, who was involved if appropriate, and any contributing factors.
- Feedback on reports
- Organisations should acknowledge voluntary reports and inform reporters of actions taken, encouraging continued reporting and safety improvement.
- Mandatory vs voluntary reporting
- Some occurrences must be reported by regulation, while voluntary reporting covers concerns not subject to mandatory requirements and complements the mandatory system.