CAA NZ AME Radio case studies
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The CAA NZ Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Radio Licence sits within the New Zealand Part 66 maintenance engineer licensing framework administered by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), alongside pilot licensing, medical certification and the wider engineering licensing pages published on aviation.govt.nz. It is intended for engineers who perform and certify maintenance on aircraft radio and avionics systems, and who need to demonstrate both practical competence and regulatory knowledge under the Civil Aviation Rules. The CAA NZ AME Radio case studies are 5 cases and about 3,808 words.
1VHF COM Weak Range After Antenna Gasket Replacement
During a scheduled inspection on a Cessna 172S, the VHF COM1 antenna was removed to replace a deteriorated gasket and the surrounding fuselage skin was touched up with primer and topcoat. The antenna was refitted with new hardware and sealed.
851 words, about 4 min2Transponder Altitude Comparison After Static System Work
After a static-system leak check and replacement of a static port on a twin-engine turboprop, the AME connects a transponder ramp tester. Field elevation is 1,200 ft and QNH is 996 hPa.
771 words, about 4 min3ELT Battery Replacement and Test After Tail Work
An AME is replacing a 406 MHz ELT battery during a maintenance visit on a helicopter. The new battery pack is marked as approved for the ELT model and has a replace-before date of 2029-06.
690 words, about 3 min4HF Radio Noise and Bonding After Repaint
After repainting a twin-engine turboprop, the HF radio has very high background noise and reports from a remote station are weak and distorted. The paint shop removed and refitted the HF antenna coupler and several access panels.
710 words, about 4 min5VOR/ILS Bearing Error After Nav Antenna Replacement
After replacement of a VOR/ILS nav antenna on a light twin, the AME performs a ramp test with a nav test set. With the test set set to the 090 radial, the cockpit CDI shows 8 degrees left of centre.
786 words, about 4 min