Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC)
and
Guidance Material (GM)
CASR Part 42
Continuing Airworthiness Requirements for Aircraft and
Aeronautical Products
An Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC) explains how one or more requirements of the Civil Aviation
Safety Regulations 1998 (CASRs) for the issue of a certificate, licence, approval or other authorisation, can be
met by an individual or organisation applying to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) for the authorisation.
Applicants are not required to comply with an AMC but if they do, CASA will issue the authorisation to which
the AMC relates.
Individuals and operators may, on their own initiative, propose other ways of meeting the requirements of the
CASR; however, any such proposal will be subject to separate assessment by CASA to determine whether the
authorisation can be issued.
Guidance Material (GM) provides explanations and amplification of a CASR policy intention, rather than a
means of complying with it. GM should be read in conjunction with the applicable CASRs and AMCs. GM is
identified by grey shaded text.
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CASR Part 42
Table of Contents
Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 1
Amendments .................................................................................................................................................. 5
Acronyms ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
Dictionary Part 3 ........................................................................................................................................... 7
GM 5 - Definitions relating to carrying out maintenance ............................................................................. 7
CASR Part 42 ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Subpart 42.A: Preliminary ............................................................................................................................. 8
GM 42.010 - Applicability of Part ................................................................................................................ 8
GM 42.020 - Part 42 Manual of Standards.................................................................................................... 9
Subpart 42.B: Continuing airworthiness requirements.................................................................................. 9
GM 42.030 (2) (a) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft ................................................. 9
GM 42.030 (2) (b) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft ................................................. 9
GM 42.030 (2) (d) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft ................................................. 9
AMC 42.030 (2) (e) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft ............................................... 9
GM 42.030 (2) (f) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft ................................................ 10
GM 42.040 (1) - Aircraft authorised to operate under AOCs and large aircraft must have continuing
airworthiness management organisations – Aircraft authorised to operate under air transport AOC ......... 10
Subpart 42.C: Continuing airworthiness management — requirements for person responsible for
continuing airworthiness for aircraft ........................................................................................................... 11
GM 42.100 - Purpose of Subpart................................................................................................................. 11
GM 42.105 - Meaning of person responsible for continuing airworthiness for aircraft.............................. 11
GM 42.115 (1) - Rectification of defect to aircraft before flight - all aircraft ............................................. 11
GM 42.135 - Replacement of life limited aeronautical product - all aircraft .............................................. 11
GM 42.140 - Approved maintenance program required – aircraft authorised to operate under AOCs and
large aircraft ................................................................................................................................................ 11
GM 42.145 - Compliance with maintenance program required - all aircraft .............................................. 11
GM 42.155 - Ensuring effectiveness of approved maintenance program using approved reliability
programs - certain aircraft ........................................................................................................................... 11
AMC 42.160 - Ensuring effectiveness of approved maintenance program - other aircraft authorised to
operate under AOCs and large aircraft ........................................................................................................ 12
GM 42.160 - Ensuring effectiveness of approved maintenance program - other aircraft authorised to
operate under AOCs and large aircraft ........................................................................................................ 12
GM 42.270 - Reporting major defects - all aircraft ..................................................................................... 13
Subpart 42.D: Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 15
GM 42.295 - Who is permitted to carry out maintenance on aircraft - approved maintenance organisations
..................................................................................................................................................................... 15
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GM 42.310 (1) (a) (ii) - General requirements for carrying out maintenance - facilities ............................ 15
GM 42.310 (1) (c) - General requirements for carrying out maintenance – measuring and test equipment 15
GM 42.315 - Ensuring individuals are competent to carry out maintenance .............................................. 15
AMC 42.330 - Removal of tools etc after carrying out maintenance .......................................................... 16
GM 42.340 - Requirement for verification and record for critical control system maintenance ................ 16
GM 42.360 - When qualified individual may defer rectification of defect ................................................. 16
GM 42.360 (3) - When qualified individual may defer rectification of defect ........................................... 17
GM 42.360(3)(b)(i) – When qualified individual may defer rectification of defect – permitted by
instructions for continuing airworthiness (ICA) .......................................................................................... 18
GM 42.385 - Major defect reporting — approved maintenance organisation carrying out maintenance on
aeronautical product .................................................................................................................................... 19
Subpart 42.E: Aeronautical products ........................................................................................................... 20
GM 42.420 (2) (c) - Fitting parts other than standard parts ........................................................................ 20
GM 42.420 (5) - Fitting parts other than standard parts – authorised release certificate ............................ 20
GM 42.420 (5) - Fitting parts other than standard parts – in-house release documents .............................. 20
GM 42.435 - Fitting parts fabricated by approved maintenance organisations — permission for
subparagraph 42.420 (5) (a) (ii)................................................................................................................... 20
GM 42.445 - Fitting standard parts ............................................................................................................. 20
GM 42.445 (2) (b) and (c) - Fitting standard parts ...................................................................................... 20
AMC 42.450 - Fitting parts removed from same place on aircraft — permission for paragraphs 42.420 (1)
(a) and 42.445 (1) (a) ................................................................................................................................... 21
GM 42.455 (1) (a) - Using materials ........................................................................................................... 21
GM 42.460 - Control of unserviceable parts ............................................................................................... 23
GM 42.465 - Control of unsalvageable parts .............................................................................................. 23
GM 42.475 - Control of unapproved parts .................................................................................................. 23
Subpart 42.G: Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation......................................................... 24
GM 42.570 - Purpose of Subpart................................................................................................................. 24
GM 42.580 - Regulations 11.070 to 11.075 do not apply in relation to certain matters ............................. 24
GM 42.585 (3) (a) - Applying for approval – CAMO exposition ............................................................... 24
GM 42.590 - Issuing approval ..................................................................................................................... 25
GM 42.590 (1) (b) - Issuing approval – personnel ...................................................................................... 27
GM 42.590 (1) (c) - Issuing approval – accountable manager .................................................................... 27
GM 42.590 (1) (d) - Issuing approval – responsible manager..................................................................... 28
GM 42.590 (1) (e) - Issuing approval – continuing airworthiness manager ............................................... 30
GM 42.590 (1) (f) (ii) - Issuing approval – quality manager ...................................................................... 30
GM 42.600 - Privileges for continuing airworthiness management organisations...................................... 31
GM 42.610 (4) - Application for approval of significant changes to continuing airworthiness management
organisations................................................................................................................................................ 31
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GM 42.620 - Changes to continuing airworthiness management organisations that are not significant
changes ........................................................................................................................................................ 32
GM 42.630 (2) (a) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised .......................... 32
GM 42.630 (2) (d) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised .......................... 32
AMC 42.630 (2) (e) (i) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised ................... 32
AMC 42.630 (2) (e) (ii) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised .................. 33
AMC 42.630 (3) (c) (vi) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised ................. 33
GM 42.630 (4) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised ................................ 33
GM 42.650 - Provision of continuing airworthiness management services ................................................ 33
GM 42.660 (1) – Copies of authorisation and records ................................................................................ 34
GM 42.660 (3) – Copies of authorisation and records ................................................................................ 34
Subpart 42.H: Maintenance certification and certificate of release to service ............................................ 35
GM 42.680 - Purpose of Subpart................................................................................................................. 35
GM 42.705 (1) (a) - Requirements to be met by individuals before performing maintenance certification 35
GM 42.705 (1) (b) - Requirements to be met by individuals before performing maintenance certification 36
GM 42.715 - How maintenance certification is performed ......................................................................... 36
GM 42.725 (1) - Requirement not to release aircraft without certificate of release to service ................... 36
GM 42.745 - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued ..................... 38
GM 42.745 (c) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued ............... 38
GM 42.745 (f) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued ................ 38
AMC 42.745 (f) (i) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued ........ 39
GM 42.745 (f) (ii) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued .......... 39
GM 42.745 (g) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued ............... 39
GM 42.760 - Form and content of certificate of release to service ............................................................. 39
AMC 42.760 (1) (a) - Form and content of certificate of release to service ............................................... 40
GM 42.760 (1) (b) - Form and content of certificate of release to service .................................................. 40
GM 42.760 (2) - Form and content of certificate of release to service ....................................................... 40
AMC 42.760 (2) - Form and content of certificate of release to service ..................................................... 41
GM 42.780 - Requirements not to release aeronautical products without certificate of release to service . 41
GM 42.795 (b) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued ............... 41
GM 42.795 (c) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued ............... 42
GM 42.795 (d) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued ............... 42
Subpart 42.I: Airworthiness Reviews .......................................................................................................... 44
GM 42.835 - Purpose of Subpart................................................................................................................. 44
GM 42.840 - Who may issue an airworthiness review certificate............................................................... 44
GM 42.845 (d) - Requirements to be met for issue of airworthiness review certificate ............................. 44
GM 42.845 (f) - Requirements to be met for issue of airworthiness review certificate .............................. 45
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GM 42.860 - Form of airworthiness review certificate ............................................................................... 45
GM 42.870 - How long airworthiness review certificate remains in force ................................................. 45
GM 42.875 - Who may extend airworthiness review certificate ................................................................. 45
GM 42.880 (2) - Requirements to be met for extension of airworthiness review certificate ...................... 45
GM 42.880 (5) - Requirements to be met for extension of airworthiness review certificate ...................... 46
GM 42.900 (2) - Airworthiness review procedure ...................................................................................... 46
AMC 42.900 (2) - Airworthiness review procedure.................................................................................... 46
AMC 42.900 (2) (a) - Airworthiness review procedure (utilisation information for aircraft, engine and
propeller) ..................................................................................................................................................... 47
AMC 42.900 (2) (b) - Airworthiness review procedure (compliance with maintenance program) ............ 47
AMC 42.900 (2) (c) - Airworthiness review procedure (records of critical control system maintenance) . 48
AMC 42.900 (2) (d) - Airworthiness review procedure (rectification of defects) ...................................... 48
AMC 42.900 (2) (e) - Airworthiness review procedure (deferred defects) ................................................. 48
AMC 42.900 (2) (f) - Airworthiness review procedure (compliance with ADs) ........................................ 49
AMC 42.900 (2) (g) - Airworthiness review procedure (Part 21 approval for modifications) ................... 49
AMC 42.900 (2) (h) - Airworthiness review procedure (life limited aeronautical products) ..................... 49
AMC 42.900 (2) (j) - Airworthiness review procedure (empty weight and centre of gravity position) ..... 49
AMC 42.900 (2) (k) - Airworthiness review procedure (compliance with approved design)..................... 50
GM 42.900 (3) - Airworthiness review procedure (survey of the aircraft) ................................................. 50
GM 42.905 (2) - Record of findings of airworthiness review ..................................................................... 50
GM 42.910 - Record of corrective action taken .......................................................................................... 51
GM 42.915 - Retaining records relating to airworthiness review certificates ............................................. 51
GM 42.920 - Documents to be sent to CASA and registered operator ....................................................... 51
GM 42.925 - Notice of decision not to issue airworthiness review certificate............................................ 51
GM 42.930 - Relationship with certificate of airworthiness ....................................................................... 51
Subpart 42.J: Approval of maintenance programs and variations of approved maintenance programs...... 53
GM 42.935 - Purpose of Subpart................................................................................................................. 53
GM 42.940 - Circumstances in which continuing airworthiness management organisations may approve
proposed maintenance program................................................................................................................... 53
GM 42.985 - Circumstances in which continuing airworthiness management organisations may approve
proposed variations...................................................................................................................................... 53
GM 42.990 - Requirements to be met for approval of variations of maintenance programs ...................... 53
Appendix A - Guidance on structure and content of a continuing airworthiness management organisation
exposition .................................................................................................................................................... 54
Annex A - Sample exposition - Part 42 continuing airworthiness management organisation ....................A1
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Amendments
Note: Changes made in the current version are annotated with change bars.
Date
Summary of changes
14 November 2012
•
Reissued AMC and GM for Subpart 42.H
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Reissued AMC and GM for Subpart 42.I
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Minor changes to the document that are editorial in nature
•
Omitted the ‘General’ section at the beginning of the document and
included the content of this section under Subpart 42.G
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Amended GM 42.010 under Subpart 42.A
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Amended GM 42.030 (2) (a) and GM 42.030 (2) (b) under Subpart
42.B
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Added a new GM 42.040 (1) under Subpart 42.B
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Amended GM 42.105 under Subpart 42.C
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Amended GM 42.420 (2) (c) and GM 42.445 under Subpart 42.E
•
Added following GMs under Subpart 42.E
10 October 2013
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°
1 April 2014
August 2016
GM 42.445 (2) (b) and (c)
GM 42.455 (1) (a)
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Omitted GM 42.470 from Subpart 42.E
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Reissued AMC and GM for Subpart 42.G
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Amended GMs 42.920 and 42.925 under Subpart 42.I
•
Made minor changes to the document that are editorial in nature
•
Insert new acronym: ICA Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness
•
Added a new GM 42.360(3)(b)(i) under Subpart 42.D
•
The guidance on the typical structure and content of a continuing
airworthiness management exposition has been moved to Appendix A
and include some minor changes.
•
Amended GM 42.585 (3) (a) to include reference to:
o Appendix A, containing guidance on structure and content of a
CAMO exposition.
o Annex A, containing a sample exposition.
•
Omitted AMCs 42.900 (2) (i) (i) and (ii) under Subpart 42.I because
paragraph 42.900(2)(i) has been omitted from the regulations.
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Acronyms
AD
AC
AMC
AMO
AOC
CAAP
CAMO
CAO
CAR
CASA
CASR
CDL
CRS
GM
ICA
MEL
MOS
NATA
RPT
Airworthiness Directive
Advisory Circular
Acceptable Means of Compliance
Approved Maintenance Organisation
Air Operators Certificate
Civil Aviation Advisory Publication
Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation
Civil Aviation Order
Civil Aviation Regulations 1988
Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998
Configuration Deviation List
Certificate of Release to Service
Guidance Material
Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness
Minimum Equipment List
Manual of Standards
National Association of Testing Authorities
Regular Public Transport
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Dictionary Part 3
GM 5 - Definitions relating to carrying out maintenance
Meaning of carrying out maintenance on an aircraft, and
Meaning of carrying out maintenance on an aeronautical product
It is important to be aware of the difference between carrying out maintenance on an aircraft and
carrying out maintenance on an aeronautical product to ensure that the maintenance is certified
correctly.
These Regulations define carrying out maintenance on an aircraft and carrying out
maintenance on an aeronautical product so as to enable, in certain circumstances, simple
maintenance tasks carried out on aeronautical products to be considered as maintenance carried
out on an aircraft and certified accordingly.
Note that whilst these definitions enable flexibility in certification of simple maintenance tasks,
they do not provide authorisation to vary from the maintenance data - variations must be
approved in accordance with the Part 42 MOS and Subpart 42.J.
Several examples have been provided below to illustrate the intent of the regulations with regards
to when maintenance carried out on an aeronautical product may be considered as maintenance
carried out on an aircraft and when it may not.
It should also be noted that in the examples where the maintenance is to be certified as
maintenance carried out on an aircraft, the operator, CAMO or Part 145 approved maintenance
organisation (AMO) may instead choose to send the aeronautical product to a maintenance
organisation that has the capability to carry out the maintenance in a workshop and certify the
maintenance with an authorised release certificate.
Example 1: Maintenance that may be considered as maintenance carried out on an aircraft.
The Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness (ICA) for an aircraft requires the lights in an
instrument to be replaced. The maintenance data for replacement of the lights permits removal of
the instrument to improve access to the lights. The instrument may be removed from the aircraft
and have the lights replaced and then be reinstalled in the same location on the same aircraft in
accordance with the maintenance data. All the maintenance tasks in this example, including
replacement of the lights, may be certified as maintenance carried out on an aircraft.
Example 2: Maintenance that may be considered as maintenance carried out on an aircraft.
The ICA for an aircraft requires inspection of the fire extinguishing system cylinders. The
maintenance data for the inspection permits removal of the cylinders to improve access. The
cylinders may be removed from the aircraft and inspected and then be reinstalled in the same
location on the same aircraft in accordance with the maintenance data. All the maintenance tasks
in this example, including the inspection, may be certified as maintenance carried out on an
aircraft.
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Example 3: Maintenance that may be considered as maintenance carried out on an aircraft.
An air duct in an aircraft has been internally contaminated with hydraulic fluid. The contaminated
duct may be removed from the aircraft and cleaned and then reinstalled in the same location on
the same aircraft and tested using an aircraft system, all in accordance with the applicable
maintenance data. All the maintenance tasks in this example, including the cleaning, may be
certified as maintenance carried out on an aircraft.
Example 4: Maintenance that may be considered as maintenance carried out on an aircraft.
Inspection of a rudder on an aircraft has found minor damage on one of the rudder panels. The
damage can be repaired in accordance with the aircraft structural repair manual, but the repair is
more easily carried out if the rudder is removed from the aircraft. The rudder may be removed
from the aircraft and repaired in accordance with the aircraft structural repair manual, and then
reinstalled in the same location on the same aircraft and tested using the aircraft systems. All the
maintenance tasks in this example, including the repair, may be certified as maintenance carried
out on an aircraft.
Example 5: Maintenance that may not be considered as maintenance carried out on an
aircraft.
An aircraft experiences a defect on an electric motor driven hydraulic pump assembly.
Replacement of the electric motor portion of the pump assembly would rectify the defect. The
maintenance data for replacement of the electric motor requires a functional test of the pump
assembly using specific workshop test equipment. Replacement of the electric motor may not be
considered as maintenance carried out on an aircraft because specific workshop equipment is
required by the maintenance data.
CASR Part 42
SUBPART 42.A: PRELIMINARY
GM 42.010 - Applicability of Part
This regulation states that CASR Part 42 applies to a registered aircraft and any aeronautical
product for a registered aircraft. A registered aircraft, according to the CASR Dictionary, means
an aircraft registered under CASR Part 47.
However, transitional regulation 202.181 further affects the applicability of CASR Part 42. Under
regulation 202.181, CASR Part 42 applies to a registered aircraft that is authorised to operate,
under an AOC, for a purpose mentioned in paragraph 206 (1) (c) of CAR. Such an aircraft is
commonly known as a RPT aircraft. According to regulation 42.181, Part 42 also applies to:
• aeronautical products for RPT aircraft; and
• a Part 145 organisation that is carrying out maintenance on RPT aircraft or on
aeronautical products for RPT aircraft; and
• a pilot and or a flight engineer who carries out maintenance RPT aircraft.
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GM 42.020 - Part 42 Manual of Standards
This regulation provides CASA the power to issue a MOS for Part 42 and sets out the matters the
MOS may specify.
SUBPART 42.B: CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS
GM 42.030 (2) (a) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft
For an aircraft authorised to operate under an air transport AOC, the registered operator’s
obligations under this paragraph are fulfilled by the CAMO of the AOC holder as the registered
operator, the CAMO and the AOC holder are the same entity. In this case the processes and
procedures for ensuring compliance with this paragraph may be included in the CAMO’s
exposition.
GM 42.030 (2) (b) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft
The intent of this paragraph is to ensure that the flight crew of an aircraft do not commence a
flight unless a CRS has been issued for the aircraft in relation to the maintenance that has been
carried out on the aircraft since the aircraft was last operated for a flight. The procedures for
flight crew to ensure this may be included in the flight technical log for the aircraft. If the aircraft
is authorised to operate under an AOC, it may also be included in the AOC holder’s operations
manual.
GM 42.030 (2) (d) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft
Normally aircraft are fitted with operational or emergency equipment that is additional to the
equipment required by the type certifications basis for the aircraft. Following are examples of
operational or emergency equipment that are required by or under the Regulations:
• CAO 20.18 specifies basic operational requirements for aircraft equipment. However,
some of the equipment mentioned in CAO 20.18 may also be required by type
certification basis for the aircraft.
• CAO 20.11 set out the requirements for emergency and life saving equipment and
CAO 20.4 sets out the requirements for the provision of oxygen and protective breathing
equipment.
• Regulation 252A of CAR specifies requirement for emergency locator transmitters and
regulation 262AC of CAR specifies requirement for airborne collision avoidance
systems.
Some of these equipment may not be necessary for all flights. The equipment requirement for a
particular flight, including requirement for any operational and emergency equipment is normally
covered by the MEL for the aircraft.
AMC 42.030 (2) (e) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft
An acceptable means of compliance with this paragraph is to ensure that the flight crew of an
aircraft does not commence a flight with a defect in the aircraft unless:
• operation of the aircraft for the flight with the defect is permitted by the MEL or the
CDL for the aircraft or a special flight permit;
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the rectification of the defect is deferred in accordance with CASR Subdivision 42.D.6.1
by an individual on behalf of an AMO; or
the defect is in an item of operational or emergency equipment that is not required by the
certification basis for the aircraft and is not required by or under these Regulations for
the operation of the aircraft for the flight.
The procedures for flight crew to ensure this may be included in the flight technical log for the
aircraft or in case of an AOC holder, in the AOC holder’s operations manual.
GM 42.030 (2) (f) - Continuing airworthiness requirements — all aircraft
The registered operator of an aircraft is to enter in the flight technical log for the aircraft, the
following defects, before the aircraft commences a flight:
• any defect the rectification of which is not required under the MEL or the CDL for the
aircraft; and
• a defect in an item of operational or emergency equipment fitted to the aircraft.
GM 42.040 (1) - Aircraft authorised to operate under AOCs and large aircraft must have
continuing airworthiness management organisations – Aircraft authorised to operate under
air transport AOC
Subregulation 42.040 (1) requires the registered operator of an aircraft that is authorised to
operate under an air transport AOC to be approved as a CAMO for the type and model of the
aircraft. An air transport AOC includes an AOC issued for a purpose mentioned in paragraph 206
(1) (c) of CAR 1988, which is also known as a RPT AOC. Under subsection 4A of CAOs 82.3
and 82.5, if an Australian aircraft is authorised to operate under a RPT AOC, then the AOC
holder must also be the registered operator of the aircraft.
This means, a RPT AOC holder must be approved as a CAMO for each type and model of
aircraft that is authorised to operate under the RPT AOC. If a parent organisation such as a
business group has a number of subsidiaries, then each subsidiary that holds a RPT AOC is also
required to hold a CAMO approval and is required to maintain full control of the airworthiness
management of the aircraft that are authorised to operate under the RPT AOC.
Subpart 42.G specifies how an application for a CAMO approval must be made. Chapter 1 of Part
42 MOS specifies the resources needed for holding a CAMO approval including requirements for
proper facilities, organisational structure, qualified personnel, adequate process and procedures.
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SUBPART 42.C: CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT — REQUIREMENTS
FOR PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS FOR AIRCRAFT
GM 42.100 - Purpose of Subpart
The Regulations define the person responsible for continuing airworthiness for an aircraft.
This Subpart sets out the regulatory requirements for the person responsible for continuing
airworthiness.
GM 42.105 - Meaning of person responsible for continuing airworthiness for aircraft
For an aircraft that is authorised to operate under an air transport AOC, the registered operator of
the aircraft is the person responsible for continuing airworthiness for the aircraft. Under
regulation 42.040, the registered operator must be approved as the CAMO for the aircraft.
GM 42.115 (1) - Rectification of defect to aircraft before flight - all aircraft
If there is a defect in an aircraft then the defect must be rectified before the next flight unless
continued operation is permitted or rectification of the defect may be deferred.
Guidance material for special flight permits is available in AC 21-09.
GM 42.135 - Replacement of life limited aeronautical product - all aircraft
Life limit is defined in regulation 42.015.
This regulation is only applicable to mandatory ‘life’ limits. This regulation does not apply to
other time limits for maintenance, such as overhaul and repair.
GM 42.140 - Approved maintenance program required – aircraft authorised to operate
under AOCs and large aircraft
Under regulation 202.185 of CASR, an approved maintenance program is taken to include an
approved system of maintenance.
GM 42.145 - Compliance with maintenance program required - all aircraft
The Part 42 MOS allows the development of a maintenance program with the ability to manage
the one off extension of maintenance tasks in accordance with the approved program.
GM 42.155 - Ensuring effectiveness of approved maintenance program using approved
reliability programs - certain aircraft
The CAMO must have a means of ensuring the effectiveness of the approved maintenance
program.
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If any of the conditions in regulation 42.155 are met, then the means must be an approved
reliability program. If regulation 42.155 does not apply, then the means must be an analysis in
accordance with regulation 42.160.
Guidance material on reliability programs is available in AC 42-3.
AMC 42.160 - Ensuring effectiveness of approved maintenance program - other aircraft
authorised to operate under AOCs and large aircraft
An acceptable means of compliance with regulation 42.160 would be to have an approved
reliability program for the relevant aircraft.
GM 42.160 - Ensuring effectiveness of approved maintenance program - other aircraft
authorised to operate under AOCs and large aircraft
The CAMO must have a means of ensuring the effectiveness of the approved maintenance
program.
If any of the conditions in regulation 42.155 are met, then the means must be an approved
reliability program. If regulation 42.155 does not apply, then the means must be an analysis in
accordance with regulation 42.160.
The basis of the analysis should be documented and objective data from the maintenance program
and service history of the aircraft and similar types in the world fleet.
The guidance material for reliability programs is also relevant to the intent of the analysis
requirements, and so should also be reviewed and considered during development of an analysis
procedure.
The analysis procedure that is used by the CAMO must be set out in the CAMO’s exposition. The
procedure should include elements such as:
• Applicability (i.e. the aircraft maintenance program(s) for which this procedure is to be
applied);
• A general description of the procedure and the objective;
• The frequency of the analysis, noting that regulation 42.160 requires the analysis to be
carried out at least once every 12 months;
• Identification of the types of data that are to be included in the analysis, which could
include the following:
º pilot reports;
º flight technical log;
º dispatch reliability data (maintenance and airworthiness related);
º utilisation and operations (including environmental considerations);
º modifications and repairs;
º ICA from the type certificate and supplemental type certificate holders;
º major defect reports, service difficulty reports and incident reports, both from the
CAMO and from the world fleet;
º maintenance records, including both aircraft and aeronautical products. In particular,
inspection findings, test results, and defect rectification reports, including workshop
reports for the aeronautical products; and
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º previous analysis reports;
Data collection (i.e. how the data is to be obtained by the person carrying out the
analysis);
Analysis and interpretation of the data. The analysis should involve examination of the
data for evidence that the maintenance program is not effective, assessment of all
findings with regards to their effect on airworthiness, and determination of the actions
that are required to correct any deficiencies. Examples of findings that may require
variations of the maintenance program include the following:
º changes to the operations of the aircraft (e.g. a significant increase in utilisation or
moving the aircraft to a new location that has more corrosive environmental
conditions);
º failures of critical systems and equipment (e.g. in flight engine shut down),
recurring defects (e.g. severe fatigue cracking in similar locations and/or multiple
aircraft) and trends (e.g. increasing failure rates of particular components); and
º new modifications or repairs that have special ongoing maintenance requirements;
Recording the results of the analysis. This should be a report that covers the full
procedure, including details of the data that was reviewed, the findings, and the
recommended actions;
Incorporation of required variations of maintenance program (i.e. how the
recommendations from the results of the analysis are included in the maintenance
program);
Evaluation and review of the analysis procedure to ensure that the procedure is effective
and achieving the objective;
Records system, to ensure that the record keeping requirements of regulation 42.160 are
complied with; and
Identification of who within the CAMO is responsible for carrying out each part of the
procedure and the administration of the procedure as a whole.
The objective of regulation 42.160 is to ensure the effectiveness of the approved maintenance
program with respect to airworthiness. If the analysis identifies any possible variations of the
maintenance program that are not related to airworthiness (for example, that there have been no
adverse results from a particular task and so the task interval could possibly be extended), then
these should be considered as a normal variation of a maintenance program under Division 42.J.4
or 42.J.5, and do not need to be included in the associated report, and furthermore, are not subject
to the 30 day limit specified in subregulation (3).
GM 42.270 - Reporting major defects - all aircraft
This regulation covers major defects that become apparent on an aircraft, including when the
source of the defect is an aeronautical product that is removed from the aircraft after the defect
has become apparent.
The person responsible for continuing airworthiness of the aircraft is not absolved of the
obligations relating to major defects by removing a known or suspected defective aeronautical
product from an aircraft and sending the product to a maintenance organisation or pool part
supplier.
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Major defects that are discovered by a maintenance organisation during maintenance on an
aeronautical product are covered under regulation 42.385, however, regulation 42.385 is only
applicable when the existence of the major defect was not apparent prior to the aeronautical
product being removed from an aircraft.
This regulation does not exclude electronic methods of reporting.
The approved form is Form 404, which is available on the CASA website.
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SUBPART 42.D: MAINTENANCE
GM 42.295 - Who is permitted to carry out maintenance on aircraft - approved
maintenance organisations
If maintenance is to be carried out on an aircraft used in RPT then the maintenance provider must
be approved as a maintenance organisation under CASR Part 145.
If an aircraft is grounded at a location where there is no appropriately qualified certifying staff
available to carry out the required maintenance (for example, if an aircraft experiences a defect in
flight and diverts to a port that is not in Australian territory and does not have an AMO, then an
AMO may authorise certain persons to perform maintenance certification and issue certificates of
release to service for aircraft maintenance for a single maintenance event under paragraph
145.A.30 (l) of the Part 145 MOS.
GM 42.310 (1) (a) (ii) - General requirements for carrying out maintenance - facilities
Refer to section 145.A.25 of the Part 145 MOS and the associated CASR Part 145 guidance
material for guidance on appropriate maintenance facilities.
GM 42.310 (1) (c) - General requirements for carrying out maintenance – measuring and
test equipment
Measuring equipment means any equipment that is used to measure a physical or non-physical
quantity such as length, mass, time, temperature, torque, pressure, current etc. Test equipment
means equipment used during maintenance to check performance of aircraft, aircraft system and
aeronautical product.
The accuracy of equipment is appropriate for the maintenance being carried if the equipment is
capable of measuring within the tolerance mentioned in the maintenance data. For example if the
maintenance data requires measuring resistance in milliohms (mΩ) with a maximum uncertainty
of +/- 5 mΩ; the meter should be capable of limiting uncertainty to this level.
Appropriate intervals for verification of accuracy will depend on the type of equipment,
frequency of use, storage and handling condition. The AMO's exposition should set out
procedures for controlling the accuracy of equipment including the relevant calibration interval.
The equipment manufacturer’s recommended interval may be adopted initially. The calibration
interval should be varied based on the reliability of the equipment in maintaining its accuracy as
determined from the historical data.
Verification of accuracy by means that is traceable to a nationally or internationally recognised
standard can be achieved by carrying out the verification against a reference standard certified by
a nationally or internationally accredited laboratory (such as the NATA). This will allow
traceability to the national or international standards of measurement. NATA accreditation is not
necessary to carry out the verification of the accuracy of measuring and testing equipment.
GM 42.315 - Ensuring individuals are competent to carry out maintenance
Refer to section 145.A.37 of the Part 145 MOS and the associated CASR Part 145 guidance
material for guidance on training and assessment of individuals.
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AMC 42.330 - Removal of tools etc after carrying out maintenance
An acceptable means of compliance with the element of regulation 42.330 for the management of
tooling would be to have:
• a “shadow board”, or electronic tool and equipment management system, or tool and
equipment audit system; and
• training to ensure that all employees know how to use the system, and understand the
relevance of the system to airworthiness and regulatory compliance; and
• a policy and/or system that deals with personal tools.
If maintenance personnel are permitted to use personal tools then there must be a system in place
that will enable maintenance personnel to demonstrate compliance with this regulation.
GM 42.340 - Requirement for verification and record for critical control system
maintenance
Critical control system maintenance and aircraft control system are defined in regulation
42.015.
The CAMO and the AMO may choose to develop a list of tasks that require independent
verification in addition to the critical control system maintenance tasks.
GM 42.360 - When qualified individual may defer rectification of defect
Paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) should only be applied to items that are not required for flight, for
example, passenger convenience items and cabin interior items that are only decorative.
Defects in aircraft structure or flight related systems, no matter how minor, may only be deferred
in accordance with the maintenance data for the aircraft or affected aeronautical product.
Furthermore, the defect must be the primary consideration for application of paragraph 42.360 (3)
(a) with the system or part as secondary. If there is a defect in a system that is not related to
flight, but the defect has the potential to affect another system or structure that is related to flight,
then paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may not be applied. If the defect in the non-flight related system
requires maintenance action to isolate the defect from other systems and structure, then paragraph
42.360 (3) (a) may not be applied.
Several examples have been provided to illustrate the intent of the regulations with regards to
when paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may be applied and when it may not. Note that the examples are
generic in nature and any maintenance must always be carried out in accordance with the relevant
maintenance data.
Example 1: Defect for which paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may be applied
An in-flight entertainment system is defective. Troubleshooting indicates the defect is the
program control system software and inspection reveals no other defects. The system may be
switched off and paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may be applied.
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Example 2: Defect for which paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may not be applied
An in-flight entertainment system is defective. Troubleshooting indicates the defect is in the
power supply, and inspection reveals a defect in the electrical power supply wiring and there is
the potential for arcing. Maintenance is required to isolate the power supply to the defective
wiring. Paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may not be applied.
Example 3: Defect for which paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may be applied
A passenger lavatory is defective. Inspection reveals that the lavatory flush control lever has
broken off. The lavatory may be locked out and paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may be applied.
Example 4: Defect for which paragraph 42.360 (3) (a) may not be applied
A passenger lavatory is defective. Inspection reveals that the water supply hose is leaking.
Maintenance is required to isolate the water supply to the defective hose. Paragraph 42.360 (3)
(a) may not be applied.
GM 42.360 (3) - When qualified individual may defer rectification of defect
A defect for which a special flight permit has been issued does not require a deferral under
subregulation 42.360 (3) for the flight to continue. This may remain as an open defect in the
flight technical log and should be managed by the person responsible for continuing
airworthiness in accordance with the conditions and limitations in the special flight permit.
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GM 42.360(3)(b)(i) – When qualified individual may defer rectification of defect –
permitted by instructions for continuing airworthiness (ICA)
ICA includes ad hoc written instructions from the type certificate holder or manufacturer of an
aircraft or aeronautical product that specify revised or new standards such in-service-limits for
continuing airworthiness of the aircraft or aeronautical products. Such ICA may be used to defer
rectification of a defect that is not covered by pre-existing ICA.
To meet the requirements to be ICA, the instructions must be issued by the type certificate holder
or manufacturer. In practice, the instructions will be acceptable if they are issued:
(1) by the part of the type certificate holder or manufacturer’s organisation that is
responsible for issuing ICA; or
(2) by a person who has the authority to issue ICA on behalf of the type certificate holder
or manufacturer.
For example, if ICA is issued by a type certificate holder’s or a manufacturer’s engineering
support personnel, such as individuals from aircraft-on-ground (AOG) support desk or field
service representatives, then these personnel are expected to hold appropriate authority within the
organisation to issue the ICA (as specified in (1) and (2) above).
For example, instructions issued by a type certificate holder’s or a manufacturer’s engineering
support personnel, such as individuals from aircraft-on-ground (AOG) support desk or field
service representatives, are acceptable as ICA if the instructions have been issued in accordance
with the type certificate holder’s or a manufacturer’s organisation procedures for issuing ICA for
the aircraft or aeronautical product (as specified in (1) and (2) above).
If the ICA involves making a change to the approved design of the aircraft or aeronautical
product, then a Part 21 approval is required. See regulation 42.325.
The qualified individual who defers the rectification of a defect must ensure that the defect is
deferred in accordance with a document that meets the requirements to be ICA and that any
maintenance specified in the ICA is carried out in accordance with current maintenance data.
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Under subparagraph 42.030(2)(e)(ii), the registered operator should also be satisfied that the
instructions used to defer rectification of a defect meet the requirements to be ICA.
If the defect is on a part of an aircraft or aeronautical product that has been subject to a
supplemental type certificate or modification/repair design, then this guidance also applies in
relation to ad hoc instructions issued by the holder of the supplemental type certificate or
modification/repair design approval.
GM 42.385 - Major defect reporting — approved maintenance organisation carrying out
maintenance on aeronautical product
This regulation covers major defects that are discovered by a maintenance organisation during
maintenance on an aeronautical product when the existence of the major defect was not apparent
prior to the aeronautical product being removed from an aircraft. It is not applicable to a
maintenance organisation that is carrying out maintenance on, or an investigation of, an
aeronautical product that has a known defect on behalf of a CAMO or operator.
In addition to the requirement to report the major defect to CASA, if the AMO knows the identity
of the owner and/or previous user of the aeronautical product then the AMO should also report
the defect to the owner and/or previous user of the aeronautical product.
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SUBPART 42.E: AERONAUTICAL PRODUCTS
GM 42.420 (2) (c) - Fitting parts other than standard parts
If storage life of a part has expired and maintenance is required to restore the life of the part then
the part may be sent to an appropriately approved maintenance organisation to carry out the
maintenance.
GM 42.420 (5) - Fitting parts other than standard parts – authorised release certificate
Under regulation 202.188 and 202.193 of CASR, an authorised release certificate includes an
equivalent document that was issued on or before 26 June 2013 by a CAR 30 organisation under
CAR 42WA.
GM 42.420 (5) - Fitting parts other than standard parts – in-house release documents
Under regulation 202.189 of CASR, an in-house release document includes an equivalent
document that was issued on or before 26 June 2013 by an organisation that has subsequently
become a Part 145 organisation.
GM 42.435 - Fitting parts fabricated by approved maintenance organisations — permission
for subparagraph 42.420 (5) (a) (ii)
Refer to section 145.A.43 of the Part 145 MOS and the associated CASR Part 145 guidance
material for guidance on fabrication of parts by AMOs.
GM 42.445 - Fitting standard parts
Standard part is defined in Part 1 of the CASR Dictionary. Standard parts are manufactured in
complete compliance with specifications that are established, published and maintained either by
organisations that set consensus standards or government agencies. The specification must
include all information necessary to produce the part including design, manufacturing, test and
acceptance criteria and be published so that any person may produce the part. Examples of such
specifications are National Aerospace Standards (NAS), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE),
and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) etc. An authorised release certificate is not
required for standard parts as these parts are not produced under an approval from a national
airworthiness authority.
GM 42.445 (2) (b) and (c) - Fitting standard parts
Any person who installs a standard part on an aircraft or aeronautical product during maintenance
must ensure that the part comes with adequate information that allows:
• identification of the part including the specification that the part complies with; and
• the part to be traced to its manufacturer.
This information, commonly known as identification and traceability information is necessary to
establish the authenticity of the part. The traceability information is also necessary to isolate any
faulty batch of parts from a particular manufacturer.
A standard part may incorporate a physical marking of the specification or the part number on the
part itself. If a physical marking is present, then any identification information specified in the
document accompanying the part should be consistent with the marking on the part.
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Identification and traceability information may also be printed on the original packaging of a
standard part by the manufacturer of the part. If information on the packaging is used to establish
identity and traceability of the part then the original packaging should be intact and the
information should include the manufacturer’s name, the specification the part complies with,
part number, batch number and the quantity of the part in the package.
Any person who installs a standard part on an aircraft or aeronautical product during maintenance
must also have evidence or proof that the part complies with the applicable specification. Such
evidence may take the form of a certificate of conformance from the manufacturer of the part. A
certificate of conformance for the part should state that the part complies with the relevant
specification and should include the identification and traceability information such as
manufacturer’s name, part number and batch number of the part covered by the certificate. A
properly completed certificate of conformance issued by the manufacturer of the part may be
used to comply with all of the requirements of paragraphs 42.445 (2) (b) and (c).
Distributors of parts may split a batch of standard parts procured from the manufacturer into
smaller quantities for onward supply to consumers. In this case, a copy of the certificate of
conformance from the manufacturer, for the original batch, will be acceptable to meet the
requirements of paragraphs 42.445 (2) (b) and (c).
Instead of providing a certificate of conformance, the distributor of a standard part may include a
statement, in the picking slip or invoice for the part being supplied, that the part complies with
applicable specification and that they hold the certificate of conformance to substantiate this. The
document on which the statement is made, should identify the part to which it relates and should
include traceability information for the part such as the manufacturer’s name, manufacturer’s
batch number, distributor’s stock number or inward good receipt number etc. In this case, the
person fitting the part on an aircraft or aeronautical product should be satisfied that the
distributor’s stock number or inward good receipt number allows traceability of the part to the
manufacturer’s certificate of conformance held on file by the distributor.
AMC 42.450 - Fitting parts removed from same place on aircraft — permission for
paragraphs 42.420 (1) (a) and 42.445 (1) (a)
It is acceptable to fit a part under this regulation if the part has been maintained off the aircraft as
aircraft maintenance. According to the meaning of ‘carrying out maintenance on an aeronautical
product’ in Part 3 of the CASR Dictionary it is considered no aeronautical product maintenance
has been carried out on the part in this case.
GM 42.455 (1) (a) - Using materials
Regulation 42.455 applies to any material used in or on an aircraft or aeronautical product during
maintenance. Examples of such materials are:
• hydraulic fluids used to replenish an aircraft system;
• chemicals used in cleaning or treating corrosions;
• grease or oil used to lubricate mechanical parts;
• sheet metals used to repair structures;
• sealants used in repairs.
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Any person who uses a material on or in an aircraft or aeronautical product during maintenance
must ensure that the material comes with adequate information that allows:
• identification of the material including the specification that the material complies with;
and
• the material to be traced to its manufacturer.
This information, commonly known as identification and traceability information is necessary to
establish the authenticity of the material. The traceability information is also needed to isolate
any faulty batch of materials from a particular manufacturer.
Solid materials may incorporate physical marking of the specification on the material itself. If
physical marking is present, then any identification information specified in the document
accompanying the material should be consistent with the marking on the material.
Identification and traceability information may also be printed on the original packaging of a
material by the manufacturer of the material. If information on the packaging is used to establish
identity and traceability of the material, then the original packaging should be intact and the
information should include the manufacturer’s name, the specification the material complies
with, product code, batch number and the quantity of the material in the package.
Any person who uses a material on or in an aircraft or aeronautical product during maintenance,
must also have evidence or proof that the material complies with the applicable specification.
Such evidence may take the form of a certificate of conformance from the manufacturer of the
material. A certificate of conformance for the material should state that the material complies
with the relevant specification and should include the identification and traceability information
such as the manufacturer’s name, product code and batch number of the material covered by the
certificate. A properly completed certificate of conformance issued by the manufacturer of the
material may be used to comply with all of the requirements of paragraph 42.455 (1) (a).
Distributors of material may split solid bulk materials such as sheet metal, electrical cable, hose
etc. procured from the manufacturer, into smaller quantities for onward supply to consumers. In
this case, a copy of the certificate of conformance from the manufacturer, for the original
quantity, will be acceptable to meet the requirements of paragraphs 42.455 (1) (a). However, it
should be noted that repackaging of liquid materials into smaller quantities is not acceptable. To
ensure proper quality, liquid material should only be used if it comes in the manufacturer’s
original packaging.
Instead of providing a certificate of conformance, the distributor of a material may include a
statement, in the picking slip or invoice for the material being supplied, that the material complies
with applicable specification and that they hold a certificate of conformance to substantiate this.
The document on which the statement is made should identify the material to which it relates and
should include traceability information for the material such as, manufacturer’s name,
manufacturer’s batch number, distributor’s stock number or inward good receipt number etc. In
this case, the person using the material on an aircraft or aeronautical product should be satisfied
that the distributor’s stock number or inward good receipt number allows traceability of the
material to the manufacturer’s certificate of conformance held on file by the distributor.
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GM 42.460 - Control of unserviceable parts
The two day limit specified in regulation 42.460 is the maximum limit for compliance with all the
requirements of regulation 42.460; however, this limit does not absolve the maintenance
organisation or individual of responsibility for taking reasonable precautions to ensure that an
unserviceable part is not inadvertently used within the two day limit.
GM 42.465 - Control of unsalvageable parts
The two day limit specified in regulation 42.465 is the maximum limit for compliance with all the
requirements of regulation 42.465; however, this limit does not absolve the maintenance
organisation or individual of responsibility for taking reasonable precautions to ensure that an
unsalvageable part is not inadvertently used within the two day limit.
GM 42.475 - Control of unapproved parts
The two day limit specified in regulation 42.475 is the maximum limit for compliance with all the
requirements of regulation 42.475, however, this limit does not absolve the maintenance
organisation or individual of responsibility for taking reasonable precautions to ensure that an
unapproved part is not inadvertently used within the two day limit.
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SUBPART 42.G: CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION
GM 42.570 - Purpose of Subpart
This Subpart sets out the regulatory requirements for a CAMO. In particular it specifies:
• how an application for a CAMO approval must be made;
• how a CAMO approval is issued by CASA;
• how changes to a CAMO approval are to be managed;
• how pilots and flights engineers may be authorised by a CAMO to provide maintenance
services;
• some of the administrative obligations of a CAMO in relation to its approval to provide
continuing airworthiness management services.
GM 42.580 - Regulations 11.070 to 11.075 do not apply in relation to certain matters
Under Part 11, the holder of an authorisation must notify CASA of any changes to the holder’s
circumstances and any other matters that affect the authorisation. Regulations 11.070 to 11.075
set out these general notification requirements.
Subpart 42.G includes certain requirements regarding notification to CASA that are additional to
the general requirements of Part 11. This regulation exempts a CAMO from the notification
requirements of regulations 11.070 to 11.075 in relation to the changes made to a CAMO in
accordance with this Subpart.
GM 42.585 (3) (a) - Applying for approval – CAMO exposition
The applicant for a CAMO approval must submit with their application the proposed exposition.
Section 1.2 of the Part 42 MOS specifies the information that the exposition must contain. This
includes basic information about the CAMO such as:
• a description of the CAMO’s organisational structure, facilities and scope of approval;
• names of individuals occupying key positions and list of certain personnel;
• duties and responsibilities of individuals.
In addition, the exposition must demonstrate how the CAMO ensures compliance with the
requirements of CASR Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS. This requires various processes, procedures
and associated forms, checklists, lists of items and individuals to be included in the exposition.
Although, the exposition is the primary document to demonstrate compliance with the legislation,
this does not mean a single exposition document has to physically contain all the information.
Content of the exposition may be included in other documents kept by the CAMO provided the
primary exposition document makes precise reference to the content. In this case, the content
continues to be part of the exposition and is subject to the same requirements and controls as the
exposition.
Processes and procedures included or referred to in the exposition should be of adequate depth
and include enough details to demonstrate they establish compliance with the applicable
requirements of CASR Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS.
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Duties and responsibilities of individuals as mentioned in the exposition should relate to the
obligation of the CAMO or the individuals, under CASR Part 42 and Part 42 MOS. These are not
meant to cover employment conditions, performance criteria or administrative functions. Where
content of the exposition requires identifying the individual responsible for an action or a
decision that is part of a process, it is intended that the individual will be identified by their
position title (such as ‘continuing airworthiness manager’) or if applicable, by means that
describes their function (such as ‘airworthiness review employees’ or ‘data entry clerks’).
Where content of the exposition deals with records to be created or kept by the CAMO, the
relevant processes and procedures in the exposition should take into account the requirements of
CASR Subpart 42.N in relation to the following:
• legibility of the records;
• retrieval of records;
• protection of the records from loss, damage or accidental alteration.
See Appendix A for guidance on the structure and content of an exposition for a CAMO. An
applicant may use the guidance to develop an exposition that reflects their organisation’s
structure, process and procedures. This guidance is suitable for a potential CAMO that would be
responsible for managing continuing airworthiness for aircraft authorised to operate under its own
AOC.
See Annex A for a sample exposition document for a CAMO. An applicant may customise the
sample exposition for its own use based on the guidance and the sample text included in the
document. This document is suitable for a potential small or medium size CAMO with a simple
organisational structure that would be responsible for managing continuing airworthiness for
aircraft authorised to operate under its own AOC.
GM 42.590 - Issuing approval
Regulation 42.590 requires CASA to be satisfied that an applicant for a CAMO approval has the
suitable resources to provide continuing airworthiness management services it proposes to
provide including:
• facilities such as office accommodation, office equipment, record keeping system;
• instructions for continuing airworthiness for aircraft and aeronautical products;
• qualified personnel who are capable of performing the continuing airworthiness
management tasks.
Part 42 MOS sets out the details of facilities, equipment, data and personnel that the applicant
must have.
Under regulation 42.590 CASA will also have to be satisfied that the applicant has an exposition
that meets the requirements of Part 42 MOS. The MOS requires the applicant to include in the
exposition adequate processes for the accomplishment of continuing airworthiness management
tasks in accordance with the requirements of CASR Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS.
Suitable resources and adequate processes are essential for effective management of continuing
airworthiness of aircraft. CASA will assess, before the grant of an approval, the suitability of the
resources and the adequacy of the processes taking into account the following:
• applicant’s scope of approval;
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the number and types of aircraft for which the applicant proposes to provide continuing
airworthiness management services;
volume and complexity of the continuing airworthiness management services the
applicant is expected to provide.
A CAMO may enter into an arrangement with any person including an individual or organisation
to accomplish one or more continuing airworthiness management tasks based on the need to share
resources or to access technical expertise that is not available in-house. However, the CAMO
remains responsible for the proper accomplishment of the tasks and should demonstrate in its
exposition how it actively controls the tasks to ensure the tasks are carried out in a timely manner
and in accordance with applicable requirements of the legislation. When a person carries out a
task under such an arrangement, it should be carried out as an integral part of the CAMO’s
continuing airworthiness management system, irrespective of any other approval held by the
person. To achieve active control of a task, the relevant process in the CAMO’s exposition for the
accomplishment of the task should:
• establish responsibility of the individuals within the CAMO for timely initiation of the
task;
• identify the responsible manager of the CAMO who is responsible for outcome of the
task;
• refer to the procedures for carrying out the task in compliance with the legislative
requirements;
• provide an adequate level of oversight by the CAMO of the individuals who carry out
the task on behalf of the CAMO;
• implement communication between the individuals who carry out the task and other
CAMO personnel, that is necessary for proper accomplishment of the task;
• ensure timely exchange of records and information between the individuals who carry
out the task and other CAMO personnel for proper accomplishment of the task and
subsequent update of the continuing airworthiness records system;
• establish means to verify the proper outcome of the task;
• demonstrate how any problem encountered during the performance of the task is
addressed.
The scope and complexity of the process underpinning the active control of a task should depend,
amongst other things, on the following factors:
• extent and nature of the task to which the process relates;
• location of the individuals involved with the process;
• the nature and scale of the operation of the aircraft to which the task relates;
• size and complexity of the organisational structure of the CAMO.
The CAMO remains responsible for ensuring that the individuals are qualified and competent to
perform the continuing airworthiness management tasks irrespective of the arrangements under
which the tasks are performed. Any facility, equipment and data used in the process to
accomplish the tasks will be subject to the requirements of the Part 42 MOS, CASA’s assessment
and oversight. These will also have to be covered by the CAMO’s quality system audit. The
CAMO should maintain appropriate competence and resources to oversee all continuing
airworthiness management tasks and to ensure active control of these tasks. Having a contract or
service agreement with another person is not sufficient to meet the continuing airworthiness
obligations of the CAMO under the regulation. However written copies of such contract or
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agreement can be used to support the person’s obligation to perform the tasks in accordance with
the process proposed in the CAMO’s exposition.
GM 42.590 (1) (b) - Issuing approval – personnel
For CASA to approve an applicant as a CAMO, CASA must be satisfied, amongst other things,
that the applicant has the necessary personnel who are capable of providing the continuing
airworthiness management services that the applicant proposes to provide. Regulation 42.590
requires the applicant to nominate individuals as the responsible manager, continuing
airworthiness manager, quality manager of the CAMO. Also, the Part 42 MOS requires the
applicant to have qualified individuals such as airworthiness review employees, maintenance
program approval employees to carry out specific functions of the CAMO. In this context, an
individual will be considered a manager or employee of a CAMO in a particular position if the
CAMO has a formal arrangement in place with the individual that requires the individual to carry
out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
A manager or an employee of a CAMO may also be an employee or a manager of another
organisation such as a CAMO or an AMO. Also, an individual may be nominated for more than
one position within a CAMO with some exception related to the position of quality manager. An
individual nominated for the position of the quality manager of a CAMO must not be the
accountable manager, continuing airworthiness manager or a responsible manager for the
CAMO. This restriction is included in subparagraph 42.590 (1) (f) (iii) of CASR.
If an individual holds more than one position in a CAMO or holds positions in more than one
CAMO, then the individual must meet the qualifications, knowledge and experience requirements
as set out in the Part 42 MOS for each of the positions.
CASA will have to be satisfied that the individual who holds multiple positions is capable to
carrying out the duties and discharging the responsibilities of all the positions taking into account;
• the extent of their duties and responsibilities in each position; and
• the competence and the availability of the individual to fulfil the role of each position.
In deciding whether part time service of an individual will be acceptable for a position within a
CAMO, CASA will also consider the following factors:
• the number and types of aircraft for which the CAMO is expected to provide continuing
airworthiness management services;
• the volume and complexity of the continuing airworthiness management services the
CAMO is expected to provide;
• the level of resources the CAMO provides to support the role of the particular position;
• the physical location of the individual and the CAMO and how it affects the availability
of the service of the individual.
GM 42.590 (1) (c) - Issuing approval – accountable manager
For CASA to approve an applicant as a CAMO, CASA must be satisfied, amongst other things,
that the applicant has nominated an individual for the position of accountable manager. Paragraph
42.590 (1) (g) requires CASA to be satisfied that the individual nominated for the position of
accountable manager holds the qualifications specified for the position in the Part 42 MOS.
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For an air transport AOC, the CAMO and the AOC holder is always the same entity. So,
subsection 1.4.2 of the Part 42 MOS requires the accountable manager for a CAMO for an air
transport AOC holder to be the individual who has corporate authority for managing and
financing the operation authorised under the AOC. When determining the suitability of an
individual for the position of accountable manager for such a CAMO, CASA will assess whether
the individual has overall corporate authority for managing and financing the operation
authorised under the air transport AOC. If the air transport AOC holder is a corporation, then the
accountable manger should be the individual (however he/she is described) who holds or carries
out the duties of the position of chief executive officer of the AOC holder’s organisation. Under
section 28 of the Civil Aviation Act 1988 this individual is also one of the key personnel in the
AOC holder’s organisation and must demonstrate that he or she has appropriate experience in air
operations to safely carry out the operations under the AOC.
CASA may ask an applicant for a CAMO approval to provide written evidence in the form of
business documents such corporate governance structure, position descriptions, delegations etc.
setting out the level of financial and management decision making authority held by the proposed
accountable manager in relation to the operations carried out under the AOC.
The accountable manager of a CAMO should have knowledge of his or her responsibilities under
the legislation. Under subsection 1.4.1 of the Part 42 MOS the accountable manager is ultimately
responsible for ensuring that:
• the CAMO complies with applicable requirements of CASR 1998, Part 42 MOS, its
approval and its exposition; and
• the CAMO has adequate resources to provide the continuing airworthiness management
services it is approved to provide.
GM 42.590 (1) (d) - Issuing approval – responsible manager
For CASA to approve an applicant as a CAMO, CASA must be satisfied, amongst other things,
that the applicant has nominated one or more individual for the position of responsible manager.
A responsible manager is responsible for ensuring that the CAMO continues to comply with:
• the CAMO’s regulatory obligation under CASR 1998 and Part 42 MOS; and
• the CAMO’s exposition in relation to those regulatory obligation.
The number of responsible managers within a CAMO should depend on the:
• the number and types of aircraft that the CAMO is expected to provide continuing
airworthiness management services for;
• the volume and complexity of the continuing airworthiness management services the
CAMO is expected to provide;
• the resources the CAMO provides to support the role of the responsible manager.
A single responsible manager may be nominated for all of the regulatory obligations of a CAMO
that manages continuing airworthiness of few small aircraft but such an arrangement may not be
appropriate for a CAMO that manages continuing airworthiness of a number of large aircraft
engaged in air transport operation.
If there is more than one responsible manager within a CAMO, then their responsibilities may be
allocated in terms of the CAMO’s regulatory obligation for a particular matter. For example,
separate responsible managers may be nominated for airworthiness review, for maintenance
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program and for continuing airworthiness records system etc. If a CAMO manages continuing
airworthiness of a number of different types of aircraft, it may choose to nominate a responsible
manager for each aircraft type. In this case, each responsible manager will be responsible for the
whole range of continuing airworthiness obligations for the particular aircraft type.
A CAMO may also nominate a substitute responsible manager for each responsible manager’s
position, to ensure that the CAMO’s capabilities are not affected by temporary absence of a
responsible manager. Once approved and listed in the exposition, the substitute responsible
manager would be able to resume the role of the responsible manager in their absence.
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For a CAMO that manages continuing airworthiness of aircraft authorised to operate under an air
transport AOC, each responsible manager who is responsible for the aircraft authorised to operate
under the AOC must directly report to the continuing airworthiness manager for the CAMO. In
all other cases, a responsible manager must report directly to the accountable manager.
Paragraph 42.590 (1) (g) requires CASA to be satisfied that the individual nominated for the
position of responsible manager holds the qualifications specified for the position in the Part 42
MOS. Section 1.5 of the Part 42 MOS sets out the qualification requirements for this position.
These qualification requirements also apply to a substitute responsible manager. When
determining the suitability of an individual for the position of responsible manager, CASA will
also consider whether he or she holds another position within the CAMO or in any other
organisation that would affect their ability to discharge their responsibilities as the responsible
manager. It should be noted that under subparagraph 42.590 (1) (f) (iii) of CASR, a responsible
manager of a CAMO must not hold the position quality manager of the CAMO. See also GM
42.590 (1) (b) for general guidance on personnel requirements.
GM 42.590 (1) (e) - Issuing approval – continuing airworthiness manager
Under section 1.6 of the Part 42 MOS, a continuing airworthiness manager is required for a
CAMO that manages continuing airworthiness of aircraft authorised to operate under an air
transport AOC. The continuing airworthiness manager is responsible for management and
supervision of the continuing airworthiness management services for the aircraft that are
authorised to operate under the air transport AOC. Each responsible manager who are responsible
for continuing airworthiness of the aircraft authorised to operate under the air transport AOC
must report directly to the continuing airworthiness manager.
Paragraph 42.590 (1) (g) requires CASA to be satisfied that the individual nominated for the
position of continuing airworthiness manager holds the qualifications specified for the position in
the Part 42 MOS. Section 1.6 of the Part 42 MOS sets out the qualification requirements for this
position. When determining the suitability of an individual for the position of continuing
airworthiness manager, CASA will assess whether the individual holds the required qualifications
specified in the Part 42 MOS. CASA will also consider whether he or she holds another position
within the CAMO or in any other organisation that would affect their ability to discharge their
responsibilities as the continuing airworthiness manager. It should be noted that under
subparagraph 42.590 (1) (f) (iii) of CASR a continuing airworthiness manager of a CAMO must
not hold the position quality manager of the CAMO. See also GM 42.590 (1) (b) for general
guidance on personnel requirements.
If an AOC holder is required under section 28 of the Civil Aviation Act 1988 to have a head of
the aircraft airworthiness and maintenance control (HAAMC) then the continuing airworthiness
manager of the AOC holder’s CAMO may be taken to be the HAAMC.
GM 42.590 (1) (f) (ii) - Issuing approval – quality manager
Under section 1.7 of the Part 42 MOS, a quality system is required for a CAMO that manages
continuing airworthiness of:
• an aircraft that is authorised to operate under an air transport AOC; or
• a large aircraft.
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Under the same section of the MOS, a quality manager is required for a CAMO that is required to
have a quality system.
The quality manager is responsible for implementing and managing the quality system of the
CAMO. The quality manager must report directly to the accountable manager, in relation to their
responsibilities as the quality manager. For complete independence, a quality manager of a
CAMO must not hold the position of a accountable manager, responsible manager or the
continuing airworthiness manager of the CAMO. This restriction is included in subparagraph
42.590 (1) (f) (iii) of CASR.
Paragraph 42.590 (1) (g) requires CASA to be satisfied that the individual nominated for the
position of quality manager holds the qualifications specified for the position in the Part 42 MOS.
Section 1.7 of the Part 42 MOS sets out the qualification requirements for this position. When
determining the suitability of an individual for the position of quality manager, CASA will assess
whether the individual holds the required qualifications specified in the Part 42 MOS. CASA will
also consider whether he or she holds another position within the CAMO or in any other
organisation that would affect their ability to discharge their responsibilities as the quality
manager. See also GM 42.590 (1) (b) for general guidance on personnel requirements.
GM 42.600 - Privileges for continuing airworthiness management organisations
A CAMO’s privilege to provide continuing airworthiness management services is limited by the
scope of its approval. Following information is included in the certificate of approval to define
the scope of approval:
• the type and model of aircraft for which the CAMO may provide continuing
airworthiness management services;
• the type of continuing airworthiness management services the CAMO is approved to
provide;
• Any condition and limitation affecting the approval.
Continuing airworthiness management service is defined in regulation 42.575 in terms of the
types of tasks that a CAMO may carry out to manage continuing airworthiness of an aircraft.
GM 42.610 (4) - Application for approval of significant changes to continuing airworthiness
management organisations
Significant changes are defined in regulation 42.575. This includes change to the personnel
holding the following positions:
• accountable manager;
• responsible manager;
• continuing airworthiness manager;
• quality manager.
For an unexpected change to personnel holding any of the above position, the subregulation
requires the CAMO to apply for CASA approval within 7 days after the change. Under such
circumstances the CAMO may continue to provide continuing airworthiness management
services if it can practically do so in compliance with all other requirements of the legislation.
The organisational structure of the CAMO will dictate whether a CAMO will be able to do this
under the circumstances. Under regulation 42.605, it is a condition of an approval that the CAMO
complies with the requirements of Part 42, the Part 42 MOS and its approval at all time. It would
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be convenient if the CAMO has a substitute position holder who can resume the role of the
position in this case. Once the CAMO has made an application for the appointment of another
individual to the position, it would be up to CASA to assess the situation and take action
accordingly.
GM 42.620 - Changes to continuing airworthiness management organisations that are not
significant changes
Significant change in relation to CAMO is defined in regulation 42.575. If a CAMO intends to
make changes to an organisation that are not significant changes, then the CAMO may do so
without approval form CASA. In this case the CAMO’s exposition must include a procedure for
making such changes to the organisation in accordance with the requirements of this regulation.
GM 42.630 (2) (a) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised
Part 42 MOS Chapter 15 includes a list of maintenance that a pilot or a flight engineer may carry
out under an authorisation issued under regulation 42.630.
GM 42.630 (2) (d) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised
The purpose of the training is to impart the knowledge and skill necessary to carry out the
maintenance. The regulation does not specify the level and scope of the training. This will depend
on the type of maintenance for which the pilot or the flight engineer is being authorised and the
prior knowledge and skill of the individual in relation to carrying out the maintenance. The
training may need to include both theoretical and practical elements or just practical. If a pilot or
flight engineer currently holds the privilege to carry out a particular maintenance, the scope of
required training for the maintenance may be minimum.
The training may be carried out by either:
• an AMO that holds the privileges to carry out the maintenance; or
• a maintenance training organisation approved under Part 147 that is approved to provide
training for the maintenance;
on the relevant aircraft type.
After the required training, the pilot or the flight engineer must be assessed by the AMO or the
maintenance training organisation for competency. Before the CAMO issues an authorisation
under regulation 42.630 for a particular maintenance, the CAMO must ensure the pilot or the
flight engineer holds written statement from the AMO or the maintenance training organisation to
verify that the pilot or flight engineer is competent to carry out the maintenance. Under regulation
42.660, the CAMO is required keep a copy of the statement for 2 years after the authorisation
ceases to be in force.
AMC 42.630 (2) (e) (i) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised
Although a pilot or a flight engineer is required to hold a statement issued by an AMO or a
maintenance training organisation in relation to their competency, the CAMO issuing the
authorisation is ultimately responsible for ensuring the that the pilot or the flight engineer is
competent at the time the authorisation is issued. This requirement applies at the time of initial
issue and subsequent issue of the authorisation. The reason for this is that an individual may lose
competency over time if they do not carry out the maintenance on a regular basis.
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An acceptable means of complying with this requirements is to ensure that the initial
authorisation is issued within 6 months of the assessment that has been carried out by the AMO
or the maintenance training organisation under subparagraph 42.630 (2) (d) (i) . For subsequent
issue, the CAMO must ensure the pilot or the flight engineer has satisfactorily carried out the
maintenance at least once in 6 months preceding the re-issue of authorisation.
AMC 42.630 (2) (e) (ii) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised
An acceptable means of complying with this requirements is to carry out an assessment to
demonstrate that pilot or the flight engineer have comprehensive knowledge of the regulation
dealing with the following matters:
• how to carry out maintenance on aircraft;
• how to record details of maintenance carried out on aircraft;
• how to perform maintenance certification and issue certificate of release to service for
maintenance carried out on aircraft.
The relevant regulations are included in Subparts 42.D, 42.E and 42.H of Part 42. The assessment
may be carried out by the CAMO that issues the authorisation or a maintenance training
organisation that hold the privilege to carry out training and assessment for maintenance
personnel in this regard. The assessment may be in the form of written test or oral examination or
a combination of both. A written record of the assessment must be made and kept by the CAMO
that carries out the assessment as part of the record kept under subregulation 42.660 (3). If the
assessment is made by a maintenance training organisation, the CAMO must keep a copy of the
results of the assessment.
AMC 42.630 (3) (c) (vi) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised
Following are the acceptable means of compliance with subparagraph 42.630 (3) (c) (vi):
• for an authorisation being issued for aircraft that are listed in an AOC, identify the type
and model of aircraft and the AOC;
• for an authorisation being issued for aircraft that are not listed in an AOC, identify the
type, model and the registration mark of each aircraft.
GM 42.630 (4) - When pilot licence holders and flight engineers may be authorised
The authorisation remains in force for 2 years from date of issue. At the end of 2 years, the
CAMO may re-issue the authorisation in accordance with the requirements mentioned in
subregulation 42.630 (2).
GM 42.650 - Provision of continuing airworthiness management services
This regulation puts an obligation on the CAMO to provide continuing airworthiness
management services in accordance with the processes and procedures set out in the CAMO’s
exposition and within the scope of its approval. The CAMO will commit an offence if it does not
follow the processes and procedures within the exposition in relation to providing the continuing
airworthiness management services or if it operates outside the scope of its approval. Scope of
approval for a CAMO is specified in its approval certificate and is expressed in terms of the
following:
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the type and model of aircraft for which the CAMO is approved to provide continuing
airworthiness management services;
the kinds of continuing airworthiness management services that the CAMO is approved
to provide for each aircraft type and model;
any condition and limitations affecting the approval.
The CAMO should ensure the processes and procedures in the exposition provide compliance
with the applicable requirements of Part 42 and Part 42 MOS. The CAMO may change the
processes and procedures within the exposition without CASA’s approval if the change do not
amount to a significant change to the CAMO. This will have to be done in accordance with
regulation 42.620. Significant change in relation to CAMO is defined in regulation 42.575 and
includes changes to the CAMO’s scope of approval. If a CAMO intends to change the scope of
its approval, then it must apply to CASA, under regulation 42.610 for the approval of the change.
GM 42.660 (1) – Copies of authorisation and records
The requirement of subregulation 42.660 (1) applies if the CAMO is not the registered operator
of the aircraft. If CAMO and the registered operator are the same entity, then compliance with the
requirement is achieved through subregulation 42.660 (2).
GM 42.660 (3) – Copies of authorisation and records
The CAMO must keep records that substantiate that the requirements for the issue of an
authorisation have been met. This includes the following:
• copies of the written statement from the AMO or the maintenance training organisation
in relation to training, assessment and competency requirements mentioned in paragraph
42.630 (2) (d);
• documents that demonstrate, as per AMC 42.630 (2) (e) (i), that the authorisation
holders are competent to carry out the maintenance at the time the authorisation is
issued;
• record of assessment carried out, as per AMC 42.630 (2) (e) (ii), that demonstrate the
authorisation holders have comprehensive knowledge of the regulation;
• evidence that the authorisation holders have comprehensive knowledge of the operator’s
procedures for issuing CRS and maintenance certifications.
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SUBPART 42.H: MAINTENANCE CERTIFICATION AND CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE TO
SERVICE
GM 42.680 - Purpose of Subpart
Under regulation 42.030 it is an offence to operate an aircraft for a flight if maintenance has been
carried out on the aircraft and a CRS has not been issued for the aircraft in relation to the
maintenance. Under regulation 42.745, a CRS for an aircraft must not be issued unless
maintenance certification has been performed for all the maintenance carried out on the aircraft.
This Subpart specifies:
• when maintenance certification and a CRS is required;
• who may perform maintenance certification or issue a CRS;
• how to perform maintenance certification or issue a CRS;
• the conditions that must be met before maintenance certification is performed and a CRS
is issued;
for maintenance carried out on an aircraft.
Under regulation 42.780, if an AMO carries out maintenance on an aeronautical product the
AMO must not release the product for use in an aircraft or another aeronautical product unless a
CRS has been issued for the product in relation to the maintenance. This Subpart specifies
requirements for the issue of a CRS for aeronautical products. In particular it specifies:
• when a CRS is required;
• who may issue a CRS;
• how to issue a CRS;
• the conditions that must be met before the issue of a CRS;
for maintenance carried out on an aeronautical product.
GM 42.705 (1) (a) - Requirements to be met by individuals before performing maintenance
certification
The individual performing maintenance certification must ensure requirements relating to how
maintenance must be carried out, as set out in Parts 42 and 145, have been complied with.
Division 42.D.4 of Part 42 sets out regulations that specify how maintenance must be carried out.
It includes requirements for:
• using adequate facilities for the maintenance;
• following appropriate maintenance data;
• using correct tools and equipment; and
• if the maintenance is a modification or repair involving design change — ensuring there
is a Part 21 approval for the modification or the repair.
Also relevant are regulations contained in Division 42.E.2 of Part 42 that specify requirements
for:
• using proper parts and materials in maintenance; and
• establishing traceability of parts and materials used in maintenance.
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If the maintenance is carried out by a Part 145 organisation, the individual performing
maintenance certification must also ensure compliance with additional requirements included in
Part 145 MOS in relation to facilities, tools and equipment for the maintenance.
GM 42.705 (1) (b) - Requirements to be met by individuals before performing maintenance
certification
The maintenance certification should relate to the maintenance for which the certification is being
performed. Under regulation 42.395 if an individual carries out maintenance on an aircraft on
behalf of an AMO, the AMO must ensure information about the maintenance has been recorded
before the CRS is issued for the aircraft. This includes identification of the aircraft, a description
of the maintenance and the details of any parts fitted. Regulation 42.395 includes a similar
requirement for an independent maintainer who carries out maintenance. Paragraph 42.705 (1) (b)
requires the individual performing maintenance certification for particular maintenance to ensure
that the information regarding the maintenance has been correctly recorded in accordance with
regulation 42.395. This information forms the basis of a maintenance certification.
GM 42.715 - How maintenance certification is performed
This regulation sets out the method of performing a maintenance certification. Regulation 42.395
specifies the information that must be recorded in relation to any maintenance carried out on an
aircraft, which includes identification of the aircraft, a description of the maintenance and details
of any parts fitted. To complete the maintenance certification the individual must:
• sign the record containing the information required by regulation 42.395; and
• enter in the record the date of the certification and his/her certification authorisation
number or licence number as appropriate.
The signature, date and authorisation/licence number should be entered in a manner so they relate
to the maintenance being certified. Regulation 42.395 does not specify the type or form of
document in which the details of maintenance must be recorded as the document may be an
AMO’s worksheet or the operator’s flight technical log for the aircraft. For scheduled
maintenance the information may even be pre-recorded in the operator’s task cards. Such
documents should be designed to accommodate the signature and other information required
under this regulation.
GM 42.725 (1) - Requirement not to release aircraft without certificate of release to service
According to subregulation 42.725 (1), if maintenance has been carried out on an aircraft on
behalf of an AMO, the AMO must not release the aircraft to another person unless a CRS has
been issued for the aircraft on behalf of the AMO.
“the organisation must not release the aircraft to another person” means that the AMO must not
relinquish control of the aircraft to another person such as the operator, the pilot of the aircraft
representing the operator or another maintenance organisation that is carrying out or intends to
carry out maintenance. The intention of this subregulation is to ensure that the AMO does not
inadvertently handover an aircraft to another person (in most cases to the operator for subsequent
flight) without meeting the AMO’s obligation under Part 42 in relation to the maintenance.
Regulation 42.745 sets out the requirements that must be complied with before the issue of CRS.
Compliance with regulation 42.745 ensures requirements in relation to carrying out maintenance
under Part 42 have been met and provides effective co-ordination of maintenance carried out by a
maintenance provider at a particular time.
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It should be noted that subregulation 42.725 (1) requires “a certificate of release to service for the
aircraft in relation to the maintenance” carried out. The CRS is intended to be a single
certification for the complete aircraft that provides the co-ordination for all maintenance carried
out at a particular time. So, it would be inappropriate if multiple CRS are issued for maintenance
carried out at a particular time as it would defy the purpose of having the CRS as the final
certification after maintenance.
However, if more than one AMO carries out maintenance on an aircraft at a particular time, then
under subregulation 42.725 (1) each AMO must issue a CRS for the maintenance it has carried
out. The intent is that each AMO takes responsibility for the maintenance it carries out. Which
AMO ultimately hands the aircraft back to the operator will depend on various factors affecting
the maintenance such as:
• at which AMO’s facility the maintenance is being carried out;
• which AMO is carrying out the majority of the maintenance; and
• the time of completion of maintenance by each AMO.
For example, consider two AMOs (AMO 1 and AMO 2) are engaged in the maintenance of an
aircraft simultaneously. If AMO 2 completes the maintenance first, it may issue the CRS for the
maintenance it has carried out and leave the complete control of the aircraft to AMO 1. On the
other hand if the maintenance is being carried out at the facility of AMO 2, then the AMO 2 will
most likely retain control of the aircraft until all the maintenance has been completed and the
aircraft is handed back to the operator.
So, if an AMO carries out maintenance on an aircraft, the AMO must issue a CRS for the aircraft
in relation to the maintenance before the AMO gives the aircraft back to the operator of the
aircraft, their representative or to any other person including another maintenance organisation.
This applies to any AMO that carries out maintenance under its own approval including a ‘D’
rated AMO that carries out specialist maintenance. If the D rated AMO does not have suitably
qualified individual to issue the CRS for the aircraft then the ‘D’ rated AMO should provide the
specialist maintenance service under the approval of an ‘A’ rated AMO that has the ability to
issue CRS for the aircraft.
In this case the individual who carries out the specialist maintenance should perform the
maintenance certification for the specialist maintenance as a certifying employee of the ‘A’ rated
AMO. The ‘A’ rated AMO should have a process in place to assess the qualification and
competence of the individual carrying out the specialist maintenance and to induct the individual
into the AMO’s system.
Any arrangement to engage two or more AMOs to carry out maintenance on an aircraft requires
consent and co-operation of all parties involved in the maintenance, including the registered
operator of the aircraft. It is important that AMOs communicate with each other and with the
registered operator of the aircraft for proper accomplishment of the maintenance and subsequent
issue of CRS by each AMO. However, as the person responsible for arranging maintenance for
an aircraft, the registered operator of the aircraft is ultimately responsible under regulation 42.030
for ensuring all required maintenance has been carried out and a CRS has been issued by each
AMO. Under regulation 42.030 the registered operator must do this before the aircraft is operated
for a flight.
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GM 42.745 - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be issued
Regulation 42.745 sets out the specific requirements that must be met before the issue of a CRS
for an aircraft in relation to maintenance carried out on the aircraft. It is the responsibility of the
AMO (under regulation 42.750) and also of the individual issuing the CRS (under regulation
42.755) to ensure that these requirements are met. Compliance with regulation 42.745 provides
effective co-ordination of maintenance carried out by a maintenance provider at a particular time.
It ensures requirements in relation to carrying out maintenance under Part 42 have been complied
with. In addition, it ensures that the person responsible for continuing airworthiness of the aircraft
has been made aware of any:
• maintenance that the AMO was unable to carry out; or
• existing defects in the aircraft that have not been deferred.
GM 42.745 (c) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be
issued
Paragraph 42.745 (c) requires that maintenance certifications be performed for all the
maintenance carried out on an aircraft before the issue of the CRS. If the holder of a certificate of
approval (issued under regulation 30 of CAR) becomes a Part 145 AMO, then certification of
completion of maintenance (issued under 42ZE and 42ZN of CAR) for any maintenance carried
out on an aircraft by the holder is considered to be a maintenance certification. This would allow
issue of a CRS for an aircraft on which maintenance has been carried out and certified under
CAR by a certificate of approval holder before the holder became a Part 145 AMO. See transition
regulation 202.191 of CASR.
GM 42.745 (f) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be
issued
This paragraph allows issue of a CRS for an aircraft even if there is a defect in the aircraft, the
rectification of which has not been deferred (open defect). Please note ‘defect in the aircraft’
means any abnormality in the aircraft including:
• any fault or malfunction in an aircraft system or equipment;
• damage to any part or structure of the aircraft;
• any condition that makes the aircraft incomplete such as missing parts, unassembled
controls, opens access panels etc.
In some cases it is possible that an AMO or an independent maintainer is unable to assess, rectify
or defer rectification of a defect because the AMO or the independent maintainer does not hold
appropriate scope of approval. For example, consider an AMO that is only approved to carry out
avionics system maintenance, is engaged in the maintenance of an aircraft and observes a defect
in the aircraft structure. The AMO would be required to record the defect in accordance with
regulation 42.355. The AMO would then be able to issue a CRS for the aircraft in relation to any
avionics system maintenance it has carried out provided the CRS includes the details of the open
defect. Before the CRS is issued the AMO or the independent maintainer must notify the person
responsible for continuing airworthiness for the aircraft that the CRS is being issued with an open
defect.
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AMC 42.745 (f) (i) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be
issued
Paragraph 42.745 (f) allows issue of a CRS for an aircraft even if there is a defect in the aircraft
the rectification of which has not been deferred (open defect).The CRS must include the details of
the open defect that has not been deferred. This does not necessarily mean that the complete
description of the defect should be included in the CRS. It will be acceptable if the CRS includes
a precise reference to the open defect recorded in another document that is part of the aircraft’s
flight technical log and that includes the complete description of the defect. The CRS section of
the aircraft’s flight technical log should be designed to accommodate such reference to open
defects if there is possibility that the aircraft will be released with an open defect.
GM 42.745 (f) (ii) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be
issued
Subparagraph 42.745 (f) (ii) requires the person issuing a CRS for an aircraft to ensure (through
regulation 42.750 and 42.755) that the person responsible for continuing airworthiness for the
aircraft has been notified of any defect in the aircraft, the rectification of which has not been
deferred (open defect). In order to establish that they have met their obligation under this
subparagraph, the person issuing the CRS should notify the person responsible for continuing
airworthiness in writing and ensure that the person responsible for continuing airworthiness has
received the notification.
GM 42.745 (g) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be
issued
This is meant to cover any maintenance that the AMO is expected to carry out on the aircraft and
does not include any open defect that has already been dealt with under paragraph 42.745 (f).
GM 42.760 - Form and content of certificate of release to service
Regulation 42.760 sets out the minimum information that must be included in the document that
represents a CRS. A document is not considered to be a CRS unless it includes this minimum
information. In addition to the information required under regulation 42.760 a CRS must also
include:
• the signature of the individual issuing the CRS, the date and the time of the issue as
required under regulation 42.765;
• information regarding any defect in the aircraft, the rectification of which has not been
deferred, as required under paragraph 42.745 (f); and
• information regarding any maintenance requested for the aircraft, that has not been
carried out, as required under paragraph 42.745 (g).
The document on which the CRS is issued should be designed to accommodate all of this
information. However, information about any defect not deferred (open defect) and scheduled
maintenance not carried out, as mentioned above may not be relevant to some operators as the
operators may not allow issue of a CRS with an open defect or outstanding maintenance.
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AMC 42.760 (1) (a) - Form and content of certificate of release to service
Paragraph 42.760 (1) (a) requires that the document that represent a CRS for an aircraft be
identified as a CRS. Subregulation 42.760 (2) requires a CRS for an aircraft to be included in the
flight technical log for the aircraft. The following statement may be included in the particular
section of the flight technical log that contains the CRS to satisfy the identification requirement:
“Certificate of release to service issued under Division 42.H.3 of CASR Part 42”.
GM 42.760 (1) (b) - Form and content of certificate of release to service
Paragraph 42.760 (1) (b) requires that a document that represents the CRS for an aircraft, must
include the registration mark of the aircraft. Subregulation 42.760 (2) requires a CRS for an
aircraft to be included in the flight technical log for the aircraft. There is no need for the
registration mark to be repeated in each CRS, if the particular section of the flight technical log
that includes the CRS already contains this information. If a CRS is issued in a tear-off section of
the flight technical log to facilitate retention of copies by the maintenance organisation or any
other person, then the tear-off section must include all the information in relation to the CRS
including the registration mark.
GM 42.760 (2) - Form and content of certificate of release to service
“The certificate must be included in the flight technical log for the aircraft” means the certificate
must either:
• be physically issued in the flight technical log document; or
• if issued in a separate document — be attached to the flight technical log.
If the flight technical log consists of more than one document, such as aircraft journey/trip log
and maintenance/technical log, then it is recommended that the CRS is always included in the
same location in the flight technical log, if possible. This will allow everyone involved with the
operation of the aircraft including the flight crew to refer to one location for the current CRS.
However, it may be necessary or convenient for some operators to use more than one type of
document for the issue of CRS. For example, operators may use the aircraft
maintenance/technical log for the issue of a CRS after line maintenance and may use a dedicated
form for the issue of a CRS as a standalone document after base maintenance.
If a dedicated form is used for the issue of a CRS for an aircraft, the form may belong to either
the operator of the aircraft or the AMO issuing the CRS. It is important that the operators provide
instructions to the AMOs and the individuals issuing a CRS that clearly state how they issue the
CRS under different situations. The flight crew should also be made aware of different forms of
CRS and where to locate the CRS after particular maintenance.
Under regulation 42.260, the person responsible for continuing airworthiness for an aircraft is
required to keep a CRS as part of the continuing airworthiness records for the aircraft for a fixed
duration. However, only the current CRS that has been issued in relation maintenance carried out
on the aircraft since the last flight is required by the operator and the flight crew for the purpose
of regulation 42.030. So, there is no need to keep in the flight technical log any CRS that is no
longer current. These may be removed from the flight technical log at the discretion of the
operator and should be kept by the person responsible for continuing airworthiness in accordance
with regulation 42.260.
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AMC 42.760 (2) - Form and content of certificate of release to service
Subregulation 42.760 (2) requires a CRS for an aircraft to be included in the flight technical log
for the aircraft. So, it is important that the aircraft flight technical log is designed properly to
accommodate the CRS for the aircraft. The following are acceptable means of compliance for this
subregulation:
• The flight technical log may include a dedicated section for the issue a CRS. This will
provide a single place of reference for each CRS issued for the aircraft. This section may
be an integral part of the flight technical log or may be a standalone document that is
designed to include a series of CRS issued for the aircraft over a period of time.
• The ‘maintenance action’ section of the flight technical log may include a separate
section for the issue of a CRS. This arrangement does not mean an individual CRS will
have to be issued for each maintenance action. If multiple maintenance actions are
carried out at a particular time, the last completed maintenance action section in the
sequence should be used for the issue of the CRS.
• A dedicated form may be used for issue of each CRS as a standalone document. This
will allow the flexibility to include additional information to be recorded in the CRS,
including information about open defect and outstanding maintenance as required under
paragraphs 42.745 (f) and (g). Operators may choose to use this means of compliance for
the issue of a CRS after base maintenance of their aircraft and may elect to use other
means of compliance mentioned above for a CRS after line maintenance.
If a CRS for an aircraft is issued in more than 1 copy (that is in duplicate or triplicate), then any
one of the copies may be included in the flight technical log for the aircraft to satisfy the
requirement of this subregulation.
GM 42.780 - Requirements not to release aeronautical products without certificate of
release to service
This regulation requires an AMO that carries out maintenance on an aeronautical product, to
issue a CRS for the product, if the AMO releases the product for subsequent use in an aircraft or
another aeronautical product. The AMO is not required to issue a CRS for the product if the
product is no longer suitable for use in an aircraft or another aeronautical product.
It should also be noted that paragraph 42.795 (d) requires the AMO and the individual who issues
a CRS for an aeronautical product to ensure that “in respect to maintenance carried out the
product is serviceable”. See GM 42.795 (d) for guidance in this regard.
GM 42.795 (b) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be
issued
In this paragraph “maintenance is complete” means any maintenance the AMO is expected to
carry out is complete. If there is outstanding maintenance or if the product requires additional
maintenance before it can be installed on an aircraft or aeronautical product then this information
must be included in the remark section of the authorised release certificate that is used to issue
the CRS for the part.
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The regulation does not mandate separate task level certification for maintenance carried out on
aeronautical products. However, the AMO’s worksheets or task cards should require sign-off by
each individual who carries out any maintenance on the product. This will provide accountability
for each stage of maintenance carried out on the product and will provide evidence to the
certifying employee that all required maintenance has been completed before the CRS is issued
for the aeronautical product.
GM 42.795 (c) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be
issued
AMOs and individuals who issue CRS for an aeronautical product must ensure requirements
relating to how maintenance must be carried out, as set out in Parts 42 and 145, have been
complied with. Division 42.D.4 of Part 42 sets out regulations that specify how maintenance must
be carried out. It includes requirements for:
• using adequate facilities for the maintenance;
• following appropriate maintenance data;
• using correct tools and equipment; and
• if the maintenance is a modification or repair involving design change — ensuring there
is a Part 21 approval for the modifications or the repair carried out on the aeronautical
product.
Also relevant are regulations contained in Division 42.E.2 of Part 42 that specify requirements
for:
• using proper parts and materials in maintenance; and
• establishing traceability of parts and materials used in maintenance.
AMOs and individuals issuing a CRS must also ensure compliance with additional requirements
included in the Part 145 MOS in relation to facilities, tools and equipment for the maintenance.
In this paragraph “maintenance was carried out in accordance with this Part and Part 145” is
taken to include maintenance carried out by a certificate of approval holder (issued under
regulation 30 of CAR), in accordance with approved maintenance data. This allows issue of a
CRS for an aeronautical product on which maintenance was carried out by a certificate of
approval holder before the holder became a Part 145 AMO. See transition regulation 202.193 of
CASR.
GM 42.795 (d) - Requirements to be met before certificate of release to service may be
issued
In this paragraph “in respect of the maintenance, the product is serviceable” means the
maintenance has been carried out on the product properly, in accordance with the requirements of
Part 42 and there is no known defect in the product that makes the product unserviceable. It does
not mean the product is immediately fit for installation on an aircraft or aeronautical product.
The AMO releasing a product after maintenance is only responsible for the work it has carried
out. Normally any product released by an AMO should be serviceable for subsequent use; but in
some cases a part on which maintenance has been carried out may require additional maintenance
before it can be installed on an aircraft or another aeronautical product. For example an engine
part that has been machined may require heat treatment before it is installed back on the engine.
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In this case, if an AMO just carries out machining of the part, the AMO is required to issue a
CRS for the part in relation to the machining, before it releases the part to another AMO for the
heat treatment. The remark column in the authorised release certificate should be used to record
any information relating to outstanding maintenance requirements, in this case the heat treatment.
The AMO should not issue a CRS for the part if the machining has not been carried out correctly
or if the AMO is aware of a defect in the part that makes the part unserviceable.
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SUBPART 42.I: AIRWORTHINESS REVIEWS
GM 42.835 - Purpose of Subpart
Under regulation 42.030 the registered operator of a large aircraft or an aircraft operated under an
AOC commits an offence if the aircraft is operated for a flight and an airworthiness review
certificate is not in force for the aircraft. The airworthiness review certificate for an aircraft is
issued after satisfactory completion of an airworthiness review of the aircraft and is valid for 1
year from the date of issue. Under certain circumstances the validity of an airworthiness review
certificate may be extended. This subpart specifies requirements for carrying out an airworthiness
review, issue and extension of an airworthiness review certificate. In particular it specifies:
• how an airworthiness review must be carried out;
• who may issue and extend the validity of the airworthiness review certificate;
• how an airworthiness review certificate must be issued;
• the circumstances under which the validity of an airworthiness review certificate may be
extended and how it is extended; and
• obligations of the CAMO and the individual issuing and extending the validity of the
airworthiness review certificate.
GM 42.840 - Who may issue an airworthiness review certificate
An airworthiness review certificate for an aircraft may be issued by the CAMO that is responsible
for managing the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft. The CAMO must authorise one or more
individuals as airworthiness review employee(s) for a particular type and model of aircraft with
responsibility for carrying out an airworthiness review and issuing the airworthiness review
certificate for the aircraft. See subregulation 42.015 (1) for the definition of ‘airworthiness review
employee’. To be authorised as an airworthiness review employee an individual must meet
specific qualifications, knowledge and experience requirements as set out in the Part 42 MOS.
GM 42.845 (d) - Requirements to be met for issue of airworthiness review certificate
During airworthiness review of an aircraft an airworthiness review employee must examine
continuing airworthiness records for the aircraft and perform a physical survey of the aircraft to
determine whether the aircraft continues to comply with the airworthiness requirements as set out
in subregulation 42.900 (2) and 42.900 (3). All findings against each of these requirements must
be recorded in writing. Any adverse finding would need corrective action before the issue of the
airworthiness review certificate. However, in some cases the airworthiness review may lead to
adverse findings in other areas that are not related to the requirements of subregulations 42.900
(2) and 42.900 (3).
These findings should be dealt with in accordance with the organisation’s procedure and relevant
regulatory requirements; and corrective actions may not always be necessary before the issue of
an airworthiness review certificate. For example if a CAMO has opted to carry out a modification
under regulation 42.130 and during the airworthiness review it is found that the modification is
overdue then this finding would not prevent the issue of the airworthiness review certificate.
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GM 42.845 (f) - Requirements to be met for issue of airworthiness review certificate
The intent of this paragraph is to ensure that the CAMO and the airworthiness review employee
who is responsible for issuing the airworthiness review certificate do not issue the certificate if
they are aware or have reason to believe that the aircraft is not airworthy. The term ‘airworthy’ is
defined in subregulation 42.015 (2).
GM 42.860 - Form of airworthiness review certificate
The approved form for the issue of an airworthiness review certificate is Form 502, available
through CASA’s website. An airworthiness review certificate is not complete unless it contains
all of the information required by the approved form.
GM 42.870 - How long airworthiness review certificate remains in force
The time for which the airworthiness review certificate would remain in force is mentioned in the
certificate. The airworthiness review certificate would remain in force even if any of the
following things occurs:
• the registration holder of the aircraft changes;
• the registered operator of the aircraft changes;
• the CAMO for the aircraft changes.
The airworthiness review certificate ceases to be in force if the certificate of airworthiness for the
aircraft:
• stops being in force under subregulation 21.181 (4);
• expires; or
• is cancelled.
See regulation 42.930 for more information on how the validity of the certificate of airworthiness
affects the airworthiness review certificate. Also, if Part 42 no longer applies to an aircraft, then
the airworthiness review certificate is no longer relevant and will cease to be in force. Once an
airworthiness review certificate is no longer in force, an airworthiness review must be carried out
for the issue of a valid airworthiness review certificate.
GM 42.875 - Who may extend airworthiness review certificate
The CAMO for an aircraft may extend the time for which an airworthiness review certificate is in
force, if the CAMO:
• issued the airworthiness review certificate for the aircraft; and
• has continuously managed the airworthiness of the aircraft in accordance with Part 42
since the issue of the certificate.
The extension must be done on behalf of the CAMO, by an airworthiness review employee
whose authorisation permits them to issue the certificate for the aircraft.
GM 42.880 (2) - Requirements to be met for extension of airworthiness review certificate
If the time for which an airworthiness review certificate is in force is not extended within the time
specified in subregulation 42.880 (2), then the certificate will cease to be in force and an
airworthiness review must be carried out for the issue of a valid certificate.
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GM 42.880 (5) - Requirements to be met for extension of airworthiness review certificate
The extension of the time for which an airworthiness review certificate is to remain in force does
not require an airworthiness review in accordance with regulation 42.900. However,
subregulation 42.880 (5) requires that the aircraft be airworthy at the time of the extension. The
intent of this subregulation is to ensure that the CAMO and the airworthiness review employee
who is responsible for the extension do not extend the time if they are aware or have reason to
believe that the aircraft is not airworthy. The term ‘airworthy’ is defined in subregulation 42.015
(2).
GM 42.900 (2) - Airworthiness review procedure
Regulation 42.900 sets out the procedure for carrying out an airworthiness review. Subregulation
42.900 (2) requires an airworthiness review employee of the CAMO to examine the continuing
airworthiness records for the aircraft to determine whether continuing airworthiness requirements
are being met for the aircraft.
For many aircraft the amount of records that must be examined and the extent of examination
required will be extensive. It is anticipated that the airworthiness review employee will be
assisted by other employees of the CAMO in this regard. This subregulation does not prevent
other employees of the CAMO who are not airworthiness review employees to retrieve records,
compile information and prepare reports etc. for the examination by the airworthiness review
employees. However, it is up to the airworthiness review employee carrying out the airworthiness
review to be satisfied about the source, authenticity and accuracy of the information made
available to them.
So, the airworthiness review employee is expected to have a level of understanding of the
continuing airworthiness records system for the aircraft that allows them to carry out the review
without error.
AMC 42.900 (2) - Airworthiness review procedure
When carrying out an airworthiness review in accordance with this subregulation, the
airworthiness review employee may rely on the records of a past review to determine if particular
requirements have been complied with in the past. For example, when checking modifications for
Part 21 approvals in accordance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (g), the airworthiness review
employee may use the records of a past review to establish that all modifications checked during
the past review were compliant. Only the records of review created under subregulation 42.905
(2) by a CAMO approved under Subpart 42.G would be acceptable for this purpose. The records
created under subregulation 42.905 (2) for the current airworthiness review should clearly
identify the items that have been verified using the records of a past review and should cross refer
to these records held by the CAMO.
It is important that the CAMO holds the original records of the past review if these records are
used to support the findings of the current and subsequent reviews. To allow proper assessment,
the records of a past review should include the following information as a minimum:
• details of all the items checked previously;
• the date it was checked;
• the details of the findings;
• relevant corrective action if applicable;
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identification of the airworthiness review employee who checked the item; and
identification of the CAMO that carried out the review.
When relying on the records of a past review to determine whether particular requirements have
been complied with in relation to an aeronautical product, it should be confirmed that the records
actually relate to the product currently fitted to the aircraft, by part number and serial number, if
applicable. For example, if records of a past review is used to establish that an AD has been
complied with in relation to an engine, it should be established that the record relates to the
particular engine serial number that is currently fitted to the aircraft. The records of a past review
will have no relevance in relation to an aeronautical product if the product is no longer fitted to
the aircraft.
AMC 42.900 (2) (a) - Airworthiness review procedure (utilisation information for aircraft,
engine and propeller)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (a) is to examine the records kept
under regulation 42.190 to determine whether the information about the utilisation of the aircraft
has been recorded as required by regulation 42.190. The records should be examined to the extent
necessary to determine if the information is up to date and accurate.
AMC 42.900 (2) (b) - Airworthiness review procedure (compliance with maintenance
program)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (b) is to examine the records of
compliance with the maintenance program kept under regulation 42.200 to determine whether
each maintenance task due to be carried out in accordance with the aircraft’s maintenance
program has been carried out.
If the record of compliance with the maintenance program is kept in a computerised system, then
a report generated by the computerised system may be used to comply with this requirement;
provided the report clearly shows when the maintenance was last carried out, when it is next due
and highlight any overdue task. The airworthiness review employee carrying out the review
should ensure that such computer generated reports include all maintenance tasks required to be
carried out under the aircraft's maintenance program
In addition to the examination of records kept under regulation 42.200, the following actions
should also be undertaken:
• For each maintenance task that is mandatory under the aircraft’s type design approval
(such as airworthiness limitation and certification maintenance requirements),
documents that substantiate that the maintenance has been carried out should be
examined to verify that information kept under regulation 42.200 for these tasks are
correct;
• For all other maintenance tasks that are not mandatory under the aircraft’s type design
approval, a sample of maintenance tasks should be selected and the documents that
substantiate that the maintenance has been carried out should be examined to verify that
information kept under regulation 42.200 for these tasks is correct.
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The sample should include a range of maintenance tasks carried out at various intervals. The
sample size should be at least 5% of the total number of maintenance tasks carried out or 50
maintenance tasks, whichever is lower. If discrepancies are found during the sample check,
further investigation should be carried out to the extent necessary to determine the level of
inaccuracy in the records kept under regulation 42.200. Each time a review is carried out, a
different set of samples should be selected to ensure over time a wide range of maintenance tasks
are checked.
Examples of documents that may substantiate maintenance has been carried out include:
• maintenance records for maintenance carried out on the aircraft;
• copies of authorised release certificates for aeronautical products;
• log books for products such as engines and propellers; and
• log cards for landing gear.
For an aeronautical product, the document that substantiates that the maintenance has been
carried out on the aeronautical product should relate to the product that is identified in the records
kept under regulation 42.200, by part number and serial number if applicable.
AMC 42.900 (2) (c) - Airworthiness review procedure (records of critical control system
maintenance)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (c) is to select a sample of critical
control system maintenance that has been carried out on the aircraft and examine the aircraft’s
continuing airworthiness records to determine whether independent verification of each of these
maintenance tasks has been recorded in accordance with Division 42.D.5. The samples should
relate to critical control system maintenance carried out on the aircraft in the past 12 months. As a
minimum, 5 instances of critical control system maintenance should be selected as the sample
size. However if the extent of critical control system maintenance carried out on the aircraft in the
past 12 months is not sufficient for 5 samples then all the instances of critical control system
maintenance should be included in the review.
AMC 42.900 (2) (d) - Airworthiness review procedure (rectification of defects)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (d) is to examine the aircraft’s
continuing airworthiness record system to determine whether there is any defect in the aircraft
that needs rectification before flight in accordance with regulation 42.115. Defects that require
rectification before flight should be rectified before the issue of an airworthiness review
certificate.
AMC 42.900 (2) (e) - Airworthiness review procedure (deferred defects)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (e) is to examine the existing
deferred defects as recorded in the aircraft’s continuing airworthiness record system to determine
whether deferral of rectification has been done in accordance with Subdivision 42.D.6.1.
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AMC 42.900 (2) (f) - Airworthiness review procedure (compliance with ADs)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (f) is to examine the records of
compliance with ADs kept under regulation 42.195 to determine whether actions required by
each AD that applies to the aircraft and aeronautical products fitted to the aircraft have been
complied with. An examination of documents that substantiate each AD has been complied with
should be carried out to verify that information kept under regulation 42.195 is correct. Examples
of documents that may substantiate an AD has been complied with, includes:
• maintenance records for maintenance carried out on the aircraft;
• copies of authorised release certificates for aeronautical products; and
• log books for products such as engines and propellers.
For an aeronautical product, the document that substantiates that the AD has been complied with
in relation to the aeronautical product should relate to the product that is identified in the records
kept under regulation 42.195, by part number and serial number if applicable.
Where an AD requires compliance with requirements contained in another document such as a
service bulletin, a record of compliance with the service bulletin would be acceptable as evidence
of compliance with the AD.
AMC 42.900 (2) (g) - Airworthiness review procedure (Part 21 approval for modifications)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (g) is to examine the records of
modifications kept under regulation 42.205 to determine whether there is a CASR Part 21
approval for each design of the modification. For the purpose of this paragraph, a modification
includes a repair that involves change to the approved design of the aircraft. See regulation
42.015 for the meaning of Part 21 approval.
AMC 42.900 (2) (h) - Airworthiness review procedure (life limited aeronautical products)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (h) is to examine the records of
life limited parts kept under regulation 42.210 to determine whether each life limited part has
been correctly identified by part number, serial number and whether the life limit has been
exceeded for any of the parts. In addition, documents that have been used to substantiate
remaining life at installation should be checked to verify that information kept under regulation
42.210 for life limited parts is correct. Examples of such substantiating documents include:
• maintenance records for installation of the parts;
• authorised release certificates for the parts; and
• life limited part history/log card.
See regulation 42.015 for the meaning of the term ‘life limit’.
AMC 42.900 (2) (j) - Airworthiness review procedure (empty weight and centre of gravity
position)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (j) is to examine the record of the
aircraft’s empty weight and centre of gravity position kept under regulation 42.185 to determine
if it is consistent with all the changes made to weight and centre of gravity position since the last
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weighing of the aircraft. All changes made to the weight and centre of gravity position should be
substantiated by documents such as a modification approval and an equipment list for the aircraft.
AMC 42.900 (2) (k) - Airworthiness review procedure (compliance with approved design)
An acceptable means of compliance with paragraph 42.900 (2) (k) is to examine the aircraft’s
continuing airworthiness records to determine whether the aircraft’s configuration as recorded
complies with the specification mentioned in type certificate data sheet (TCDS) for the aircraft,
engine and propeller. Of particular relevance are records kept under regulation 42.180 for the
engine and propeller and records kept under regulation 42.205 in relation to modifications made
to the aircraft. Any variation of configuration from TCDS should be supported by a Part 21
approval. See regulation 42.015 for the meaning of Part 21 approval.
GM 42.900 (3) - Airworthiness review procedure (survey of the aircraft)
The physical survey must be carried out by an airworthiness review employee. If the survey
involves maintenance actions such as opening access panels, testing or operating a particular
system of the aircraft then such maintenance must be carried out by persons who are permitted
under Part 42 to carry out the maintenance on the aircraft. If the airworthiness review employee is
not permitted to carry out the maintenance, then they may be assisted by appropriately qualified
maintenance personnel who are permitted to carry out the maintenance. Such maintenance must
be recorded in accordance with Subpart 42.D and maintenance certification and a CRS must be
issued for the maintenance in accordance with Subpart 42.H. Under all circumstance the
airworthiness review employee remains responsible for carrying out the physical survey and for
determining whether the requirements of this subregulation are met.
GM 42.905 (2) - Record of findings of airworthiness review
During airworthiness review of an aircraft an airworthiness review employee must examine
continuing airworthiness records for the aircraft and perform a physical survey of the aircraft to
determine whether the aircraft continues to comply with the airworthiness requirements as set out
in subregulation 42.900 (2) and 42.900 (3). All findings against each of these requirements must
be recorded in writing. This should include both positive and adverse findings that clearly show
the status of compliance with the requirements. The CAMO should use detailed check sheets for
this purpose. The check sheets should break down each requirement into individual items that the
airworthiness review employee is required to check as part of airworthiness review. This will
form the basis of issuing the airworthiness review certificate. As a minimum the following
information should be recorded in the check sheets:
• identification of the specific requirement to which the record check or the survey relates
– for example compliance with ADs, checking for the marking or placard;
• details of all items checked – for example list of applicable ADs, description of marking
and placards;
• the date the check was performed;
• the details of the findings;
• for each adverse finding a cross reference to the record of corrective actions;
• name and signature of the airworthiness review employee who examined the item; and
• identification of the CAMO that carried out the review.
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GM 42.910 - Record of corrective action taken
The records of corrective action should relate to the record of negative findings to allow the
airworthiness review employee to decide whether corrective actions have been taken in relation
to each negative finding. If the corrective actions require maintenance then the maintenance must
be recorded and certified in accordance with Part 42. The record of corrective action may refer to
the maintenance records to demonstrate that the corrective actions have been taken. If the
corrective action requires action other than maintenance such as updating of records or
documents then the action should be carried out and documented in a manner required by the
organisation’s procedure. In this case the record of corrective action required under this
regulation may refer to the other document on which the corrective action has been recorded.
GM 42.915 - Retaining records relating to airworthiness review certificates
The records kept under this regulation form the basis for issuing the airworthiness review
certificate. The records must be kept for at least three years from the date the related
airworthiness review certificate is issued. However, if the CAMO relies on these records during
the subsequent airworthiness reviews to determine if particular requirements have been complied
with in the past, the CAMO will have to keep these records for a longer period. See AMC 42.900
(2) for more information.
GM 42.920 - Documents to be sent to CASA and registered operator
The copy of the airworthiness review certificate should be sent to the CASA central office in
Canberra for retention in the aircraft file. Please send it using any of the following options:
• Mail to:
Registrar, Aircraft Registration
Civil Aviation Safety Authority
GPO Box 2005
Canberra ACT 2601
• Fax to:
02 6217 1991
• Scan and Email to: [email protected]
GM 42.925 - Notice of decision not to issue airworthiness review certificate
This regulation is intended to cover a situation where a CAMO has decided not to issue an
airworthiness review certificate for an aircraft because the CAMO is unable to perform the
corrective actions for the adverse findings or is unable to determine that the aircraft is airworthy.
The decision not to issue an airworthiness review certificate does not preclude issue of the
certificate at a later date once all the requirements for the issue of the certificate have been met
and the aircraft has been assessed as airworthy.
The notification to CASA should be send to the CASA office responsible for the oversight of the
aircraft.
GM 42.930 - Relationship with certificate of airworthiness
If an airworthiness review certificate ceases to be in force under this regulation, an airworthiness
review must be carried out for the issue of a valid airworthiness review certificate. This will have
to be done in addition to any action required to restore the certificate of airworthiness.
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If a certificate of airworthiness for an aircraft is suspended, the airworthiness review certificate is
also considered suspended. The airworthiness review certificate will come in force as soon as the
suspension is no longer effective.
If the airworthiness review certificate expires during the period of the suspension, then a full
airworthiness review must be carried out and a valid airworthiness review certificate must be
issued.
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SUBPART 42.J: APPROVAL OF MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS AND VARIATIONS OF
APPROVED MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
GM 42.935 - Purpose of Subpart
This Subpart covers approval of maintenance programs and approval of variations of approved
maintenance programs, superseding the old systems under CAR 42M and 42R.
Note that approval of one-off extensions of maintenance task intervals and approval of
maintenance data and variations of maintenance data are covered in the Part 42 MOS and the Part
145 MOS.
GM 42.940 - Circumstances in which continuing airworthiness management organisations
may approve proposed maintenance program
Under the new regulations, maintenance programs for aircraft that operate under an RPT AOC
may only be approved by CASA under regulation 42.980.
The new regulations have adopted a system based on organisational approvals. CASA approves
organisations with privileges for matters such as the variation of maintenance programs. The
organisation may then authorise its employees to exercise those privileges on its behalf in
accordance with the organisation approved exposition.
Maintenance program approval employee is defined in subregulation 42.015 (1).
The qualifications, knowledge and experience requirements for maintenance program approval
employees of a CAMO are set out in the Part 42 MOS.
If a CAMO is seeking the privilege to approve the variation of maintenance programs then the
CAMO’s exposition must include procedures for authorising maintenance program approval
employees that meet the requirements set out in the Part 42 MOS.
GM 42.985 - Circumstances in which continuing airworthiness management organisations
may approve proposed variations
Maintenance program approval employee is defined in subregulation 42.015 (1).
The qualifications, knowledge and experience requirements for maintenance program approval
employees of a CAMO are set out in the Part 42 MOS.
If a CAMO is seeking the privilege of approval of variations of approved maintenance programs
then the CAMO’s exposition must include procedures for authorising maintenance program
approval employees that meet the requirements set out in the Part 42 MOS.
GM 42.990 - Requirements to be met for approval of variations of maintenance programs
If a proposed variation of an approved maintenance program is not within the limitations set by
regulation 42.990 (for example, if the variation does not comply with the ICA of the aircraft),
then the variation may only be approved by CASA under regulation 42.1025.
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Appendix A
Guidance on structure and content of a
continuing airworthiness management
organisation exposition
Unless specified otherwise, all paragraphs, subregulations, regulations, divisions, subparts and
Parts referenced in this document are references to the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998
(CASR).
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
HOW TO USE THIS DOCUMENT
Paragraph 42.580 (3) (a) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulation 1998 (CASR) requires an
applicant for a continuing airworthiness management organisation (CAMO) approval to provide
an exposition. This document provides guidance on the typical structure and content of an
exposition. An applicant may use the guidance to develop an exposition that reflects their
organisation’s structure, processes and procedures. This document is suitable for a potential
CAMO that would be responsible for manging continuing airworthiness for aircraft authorised to
operate under its own Air Operator Certificate (AOC). The content relates directly to the
requirements of Part 42 and the Part 42 Manual of Standards (MOS) as applicable to a CAMO.
The content of the document has been arranged into parts, sections and subsections to provide
a logical structure for the proposed exposition. Each part deals with subject matters that have
similar or common objective. For example, Part 2 deals with core continuing airworthiness
management obligation of the CAMO and Part 3 deals with quality system. Within each part, a
section deals with a particular subject matter and a subsection deals with a particular aspect of
the subject matter. For example, section 2.10 is about maintenance program and
subsection 2.10.3 is about how the organisation ensures compliance with the approved
maintenance program. The document includes preferred headings for each parts, sections and
subsections. The text included under each section or subsection of the document provides
guidance on the nature of contents to be included. It is recommended that applicants retain the
structure of Part 1 including the headings as much as possible as it provides the general
information about the organisation including the organisation’s structure, location, scope of
approval, list of key personnel etc. The structure of other parts of the document may need
amendment or expansion to suit individual organisation’s need and complexity of the relevant
process and procedure. The aim is to collate all the processes and procedures related to a
subject matter under the relevant sections in the proposed exposition, irrespective of the
location of the legislative requirements either in the Part 42 or in the Part 42 MOS.
In some cases sample text or procedures have been included (in italics) in the document to
expand the guidance and to illustrate the nature of the content required. The organisation
should carefully consider the provided content and make necessary changes before including it
in their exposition.
It is important for the users of this document to appreciate that no single document can cater for
the needs of organisations of varying size and complexity or reflect the organisational structure,
processes and procedures of a number of different organisations. This document is for
guidance only and the structure and content of a CAMO’s exposition should reflect the unique
structures, processes and procedures of the CAMO. The content of each section and
subsection should be expanded according to the complexity of the processes and procedures
of the CAMO
CASA suggests the organisation correlates the content of their exposition with a compliance
check list/matrix, provided at the end of this document, to demonstrate to CASA that they have
fully addressed all applicable requirements of Part 42 and Part 42 MOS.
Where the content of the exposition requires processes and procedures to be provided, these
may be included in other documents provided they are referred to in the exposition. However, in
that case, the other documents form part of the exposition and are subject to the same
requirements and controls as the exposition. Processes and procedures included or referred to
in the exposition should be of adequate depth and include enough details to demonstrate they
establish compliance with the applicable requirements of Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS.
Duties and responsibilities of individuals as mentioned in the exposition should relate to the
obligation of the organisation or the individual under Part 42 and Part 42 MOS, and are not
meant to cover employment conditions, performance criteria or administrative functions. Where
content of the exposition requires identifying the individual responsible for an action or a
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decision that is part of a process, it is intended that the individual will be identified by their
position title (such as ‘continuing airworthiness manager’) or if applicable, by means that
describes their function (such as ‘airworthiness review employees’ or ‘data entry clerks’).
Where content of the exposition deals with records to be created or kept by the organisation,
the relevant procedures in the exposition should take into account the requirements
Subpart 42.N in relation to the following:
• legibility of the record
• retrieval of records
• protection of the records from loss, damage or accidental alteration.
CASA recommends worksheets, checklists, forms, lists of items and personnel etc. required
under the exposition or associated with the processes or procedures required by the exposition
should be included as appendices at the end of the exposition. However, as mentioned above,
they may be included in other documents that contain the processes and procedures or in any
other document if it is convenient for the organisation to do so.
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Organisation's Logo
NAME OF THE ORGANISTION
CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS
MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION
EXPOSITION
as required for an organisation approved under
Subpart 42.G of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998
CAMO approval certificate reference number
xxxxx
Address
Telephone: xx xxxxxxx
Facsimile: xx xxxxxxxx
Email: [email protected]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
List of Effective Pages ............................................................................................................. A5
Amendment Record ................................................................................................................. A6
Distribution List ........................................................................................................................ A7
Abbreviations, Acronyms and Definitions ................................................................................. A8
PART 1
GENERAL .............................................................................................................A9
1.1
Accountable Manager’s Statement ............................................................................ A9
1.2
Business Objective .................................................................................................. A10
1.3
Relationships with Other Organisations ................................................................... A10
1.4
Scope of CAMO Services ........................................................................................ A10
1.4.1
List of aircraft and CAMO responsibilities ................................................... A10
1.4.2
Services the CAMO is approved to provide ................................................ A10
1.4.3
Limitations .................................................................................................. A11
1.5
Management Positions and Employees ................................................................... A11
1.5.1
Accountable manager ................................................................................ A11
1.5.2
Continuing airworthiness manager ............................................................. A11
1.5.3
Responsible managers ............................................................................... A12
1.5.4
Quality manager ......................................................................................... A12
1.5.5
Airworthiness review employees ................................................................ A12
1.5.6
Maintenance program approval employees ................................................ A12
1.5.7
Continuing airworthiness management employees..................................... A13
1.5.8
Documents supporting the qualifications of key personnel ......................... A13
1.6
Organisational Chart ................................................................................................ A14
1.7
Changes to Organisation ......................................................................................... A15
1.7.1
Significant changes .................................................................................... A15
1.7.2
Changes that are not significant changes ................................................... A15
1.8
Facilities and Equipment .......................................................................................... A15
1.9
Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness ................................................................. A15
1.9.1
Description of the ICA ................................................................................ A16
1.9.2
Access to ICA............................................................................................. A16
1.9.3
Updating of the ICA .................................................................................... A16
1.10
Exposition ................................................................................................................ A16
1.10.1 Providing employees with exposition .......................................................... A16
1.10.2 Keeping the exposition up to date and compliant........................................ A16
1.10.3 Changes to continuing airworthiness management exposition.................... A16
1.10.4 Direction by CASA to change expositions................................................... A16
PART 2
CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT ............................................ A17
2.1
Sourcing of Maintenance ......................................................................................... A17
2.1.1
Maintenance of aircraft ............................................................................... A17
2.1.2
Maintenance of aircraft by pilots ................................................................. A17
2.1.3
Maintenance of aeronautical products ........................................................ A17
2.2
Pre-flight Inspection ................................................................................................. A18
2.2.1
Identification of the pre-flight inspection requirements ................................ A18
2.2.2
Ensuring compliance with pre-flight inspection requirements ...................... A18
2.3
Certificate of Release to Service .............................................................................. A18
2.3.1
Ensuring CRS is issued after maintenance................................................. A18
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2.3.3
Issue of CRS with open defect ................................................................... A18
Issue of CRS after incomplete maintenance ............................................... A19
2.4
Management of Defects ........................................................................................... A19
2.4.1
Rectification of defect in aircraft before flight .............................................. A19
2.4.2
Operation of aircraft without rectification of defect ...................................... A19
2.5
Airworthiness Directives (and Mandatory Requirements) ......................................... A20
2.5.1
Ensuring compliance with airworthiness directives ..................................... A20
2.5.2
Other mandatory requirements ................................................................... A20
2.6
Modifications and Repairs ........................................................................................ A20
2.6.1
Part 21 approvals for the design of modifications and repairs to aircraft ..... A20
2.7
Dealing with Non-Mandatory Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness .................... A21
2.7.1
Ensuring compliance with regulation 42.130............................................... A21
2.8
Life Limited Aeronautical Products ........................................................................... A21
2.8.1
Replacement of life limited aeronautical products ....................................... A21
2.9
Operational and Emergency Equipment ................................................................... A21
2.10
Maintenance Program .............................................................................................. A21
2.10.1 Development of maintenance program ....................................................... A21
2.10.2 Arranging for approval of the proposed maintenance program by CASA .... A22
2.10.3 Compliance with approved maintenance program ...................................... A22
2.10.4 Updating approved maintenance program .................................................. A22
2.10.5 Variations of approved maintenance programs .......................................... A22
2.10.6 One-off extensions to a maintenance task interval ..................................... A23
2.10.7 Direction by CASA to vary approved maintenance program ....................... A23
2.10.8 Engines and propellers ............................................................................... A23
2.11
Ensuring Effectiveness of Approved Maintenance Program ..................................... A23
2.11.1 Ensuring effectiveness of the maintenance program using approved reliability
program ...................................................................................................... A23
2.11.2 Arranging for approval of a reliability program by CASA ............................. A24
2.11.3 Evaluation and review of the approved reliability program .......................... A24
2.11.4 Arranging for approval of a variation of a reliability program by CASA ........ A24
2.11.5 Ensuring effectiveness of the maintenance program by means other than a
reliability program ....................................................................................... A24
2.11.6 Making changes to the approved maintenance program to ensure program is
effective ...................................................................................................... A24
2.11.7 Engines and propellers ............................................................................... A25
2.12
Creation of New Maintenance Data and Changes to Existing Maintenance Data ..... A25
2.12.1 Need for new maintenance data or changes to existing data ...................... A25
2.12.2 Development of new maintenance data or changes to existing data........... A25
2.12.3 Assessment and approval of new data or changes to existing data ............ A25
2.13
Continuing Airworthiness Records ........................................................................... A25
2.13.1 Continuing airworthiness records system ................................................... A25
2.13.2 Information about aircraft engines and propellers ....................................... A26
2.13.3 Information about empty weight of aircraft .................................................. A26
2.13.4 Utilisation information that is used to manage continuing airworthiness ...... A26
2.13.5 Information about compliance with airworthiness directives ........................ A26
2.13.6 Information about compliance with maintenance program .......................... A26
2.13.7 Information about modifications .................................................................. A27
2.13.8 Information about aeronautical products with life limits ............................... A27
2.13.9 Documents that substantiate the information in the continuing airworthiness
records system ........................................................................................... A27
2.13.10 Description of the flight technical log .......................................................... A28
2.13.11 Availability of the flight technical log ........................................................... A28
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2.13.12 Ensuring information in the flight technical log is recorded ......................... A28
2.13.13 Instructions for recording information in the flight technical log ................... A28
2.13.14 Recording of utilisation information by means other than flight
technical log ............................................................................................... A28
2.13.15 Retention of continuing airworthiness records ............................................ A29
2.13.16 Transfer of continuing airworthiness records .............................................. A29
2.14
Major Defects ........................................................................................................... A29
2.14.1 Reporting major defects on aircraft ............................................................. A29
2.14.2 Investigation of major defects on aircraft .................................................... A29
2.14.3 Providing further information in relation to major defects ............................ A29
2.14.4 Retention of parts that are subject to major defects .................................... A30
2.15
Dealing with Unapproved Parts ................................................................................ A30
2.15.1 Control of unapproved parts ....................................................................... A30
2.15.2 Reporting unapproved parts ....................................................................... A30
2.15.3 Providing further information in relation to unapproved parts ...................... A30
2.15.4 Disposal of unapproved parts ..................................................................... A30
2.16
Dealing With Aeronautical Products Fitted Under Regulation 42.440 ....................... A30
2.16.1 Installation of parts for which there is no authorised release certificate. ...... A31
2.16.2 Ensuring compliance with regulation regulation 42.165 .............................. A31
2.17
Special Operational Approvals ................................................................................. A31
2.17.1 Management of special operational approvals ............................................ A31
2.18
Special Flight Permits .............................................................................................. A31
2.18.1 Application for special flight permits............................................................ A31
2.18.2 Ensuring compliance with the special flight permit ...................................... A31
PART 3
QUALITY SYSTEM .............................................................................................A32
3.1
Quality policy ........................................................................................................... A32
3.2
Quality audit plan ..................................................................................................... A32
3.3
Qualification and independence of auditors.............................................................. A32
3.4
Recording and reporting of all audit findings ............................................................ A32
3.5
Implementation of corrective and preventative actions ............................................. A32
3.6
Provision of feedback to the quality manager ........................................................... A33
3.7
Records relating to audits ........................................................................................ A33
PART 4
AIRWORTHINESS REVIEWS .............................................................................A33
4.1
Airworthiness Review ............................................................................................... A33
4.1.1
Ensuring airworthiness review is carried out as and when due ................... A33
4.1.2
Airworthiness review procedures – review of continuing airworthiness records
................................................................................................................... A33
4.1.3
Airworthiness review procedures – physical survey of aircraft .................... A34
4.1.4
Record of findings of the airworthiness review ............................................ A34
4.2
Corrective Actions .................................................................................................... A34
4.2.1
Taking corrective actions ............................................................................ A34
4.2.2
Recording corrective actions ...................................................................... A35
4.3
Airworthiness Review Certificate .............................................................................. A35
4.3.1
Issue of airworthiness review certificate ..................................................... A35
4.3.2
Extension of airworthiness review certificate .............................................. A35
4.3.3
Copies of certificate to be sent to CASA ..................................................... A35
4.3.4
Notice of decision not to issue airworthiness review certificate ................... A36
4.4
Records ................................................................................................................... A36
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4.4.1
PART 5
Retention of records relating to airworthiness review certificates ................ A36
AUTHORISATION OF PILOTS TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE SERVICES ...... A37
5.1
Procedures for issuing the authorisation .................................................................. A37
5.2
Procedures for making changes to or cancellation of authorisations ........................ A37
5.3
Copies of authorisation and supporting documents .................................................. A37
5.4
List of current authorisation holders ......................................................................... A37
APPEDICES
COPIES OF WORKSHEETS, CHECKLISTS, FORMS, ETC. .................. A38
COMPLIANCE MATRIX ........................................................................................................A39
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LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES
This section should include the list of effective pages of the complete manual. The list may be
prepared in the following manner.
Page No.
Revision
Date
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
Page No.
Revision
Date
Page A5
AMENDMENT RECORD
This section should set out the amendment record of the exposition. The amendment record
may be in the following form.
Amendment
Date
No.
Amendment Details
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
Amended by
Date of
Inclusion
Page A6
DISTRIBUTION LIST
This section should include a distribution list to ensure proper distribution of the exposition and
to demonstrate to CASA that all personnel involved in continuing airworthiness management
have access to the relevant information. This does not mean that all personnel have to be in
receipt of a complete exposition but that a reasonable number of copies are distributed within
the organisation(s) so that personnel may have quick and easy access to this exposition.
Alternately, if the manual is available electronically then this section should set out how the
electronic version is available throughout the organisation and to individuals outside the
organisations.
Following is an example distribution list for hard copies
Copy No.
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
Holder
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ABBREVIATIONS, ACRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS
This section should set out the meaning of any abbreviations, acronyms and unique terms used
in the exposition. For example:
AD ......................... Airworthiness Directive
ADD................... Acceptable Deferred Defect
AMSD ................ Aircraft Maintenance Standards Department
AOC .................. Air Operator's Certificate
AOG .................. Aircraft on Ground
CAR................... Civil Aviation Regulation 1988
CASA .................... Civil Aviation Safety Authority
CASR.................... Civil Aviation Safety Regulation 1998
CAME ................ Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition
CAMO ............... Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation
CAO .................. Civil Aviation Order
CofA .................. Certificate of Airworthiness
CDL ...................... Configuration Deviation List
CRS................... Certificate of Release to Service
EDTO ................ Extended Diversion Time Operations
ICA .................... Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness
MEL ................... Minimum Equipment List
MO ........................ Maintenance Organisation
MOE .................. Maintenance Organisation Exposition
MOS .................. Manual of Standards
MPD .................. Maintenance Planning Document
MP ..................... Maintenance Programme
RNAV……………Area Navigation
RVSM………….. Reduced Vertical Separation Minima
SB ..................... Service Bulletin
SIL ..................... Service Instruction Leaflet
SMI .................... Scheduled Maintenance Inspection
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PART 1
1.1
GENERAL
ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER’S STATEMENT
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (a) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The accountable manager's exposition statement should include the intent of the
following paragraphs. The following statement may be used without amendment. Any
changes to the statement should not alter the intent.
This exposition defines the processes and procedures that form the basis of approval of
[AOC name] as a CAMO.
The exposition, along with the processes and procedures contained in it, are approved by
CASA. The organisation must comply with the exposition in order to ensure that all the
continuing airworthiness management activities for aircraft managed by [AOC name]
CAMO, is carried out to the standard required under the civil aviation legislation, in
particular Part 42 and Part 42 Manual of Standards.
The processes and procedures included or referred to in this exposition do not override
the need for complying with the requirements of any new or amended legislation. Where
processes and procedures are no longer consistent with requirements of the legislation,
the organisation is responsible for amending the processes and procedures.
It is a condition of approval that a CAMO, at all times, complies with the requirements of
its exposition. CASA may take action to suspend, vary or cancel the CAMO approval of
the organisation, as applicable, if CASA has evidence that the processes and procedures
included in the exposition are not being followed and the standards are not being upheld.
It is understood that the suspension or cancellation of the CAMO approval would prevent
the operation of aircraft under the AOC for which the organisation is responsible for the
continuing airworthiness management.
Signed: ………………………………………… Date: …………………………….
Name: …………………………………………..
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Title:
Accountable Manager
[AOC name]
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1.2
BUSINESS OBJECTIVE
This section should set out the business objectives of the organisation. For example:
The [AOC name] CAMO provides continuing airworthiness management services for the
fleet of aircraft operated by [AOC name].
1.3
RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER ORGANISATIONS
This section should set out the relationships that the CAMO has with other
organisations, including the services that the CAMO provides to other organisations and
the services that other organisations provide to the CAMO.
If the CAMO belongs to a business group then this section should explain the specific
relationship the CAMO has with other members of that group, in particular any member
of that group that holds an aviation approval such as a Part 145 or Part 147 approval or
an AOC. If any individuals carry out duties that are relevant to the aviation approvals of
multiple organisations within the group then these should be identified.
1.4
SCOPE OF CAMO SERVICES
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (b) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should set out the services that the CAMO is approved to provide. The
minimum requirement is a list of aircraft types and models, plus additional privileges
(e.g. privileges associated with maintenance program approvals) and any limitations.
1.4.1
List of aircraft and CAMO responsibilities
(Regulation 42.105 and paragraph 42.585 (3) (e) refers)
This subsection should list each type and model of aircraft the CAMO is
responsible for managing the continuing airworthiness of. The CAMO may
choose to list individual aircraft registrations here or may refer to the AOC for
this purpose. However, if the individual aircraft are listed then the list should be
updated when required to remain aligned with the aircraft listed on the AOC.
1.4.2
Services the CAMO is approved to provide
(Paragraph 42.585 (3) (f) refers)
This subsection should set out the range of continuing airworthiness
management services that the CAMO is approved to provide. The detailed
procedures that the CAMO must follow to provide these services are to be set
out in later parts of the document.
This subsection should set out the CAMO’s scope of approval for changes to
maintenance programs. The types and models of aircraft for which the CAMO
has the privilege for approving changes to the program should be listed under
this subsection. If the CAMO is not authorised to approve changes to the
maintenance program then it should be stated here.
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1.4.3
Limitations
(Paragraph 42.590 (2) (c) refers)
This subsection should set out the limitations that apply to the CAMO’s scope of
approval.
Note that this subsection may be left blank in the initial proposed exposition and
populated after discussions with CASA.
1.5
MANAGEMENT POSITIONS AND EMPLOYEES
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (c) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should list names of the individuals occupying the following positions.
1.5.1
Accountable manager
(Subparagraph 1.2.1 (c) (i) and section 1.4 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should identify the accountable manager, set out the duties and
responsibilities of the accountable manager in relation to the CAMO, and
demonstrate that the accountable manager has corporate authority for ensuring
that all continuing airworthiness activities can be financed and carried out to the
required standard.
The CAMO should also identify an alternative accountable manager, and a
procedure to transfer authority from the normal accountable manager to the
alternative accountable manager, to ensure that operations are not affected by
a temporary absence of the normal accountable manager. Note that a change
to the accountable manager is a significant change in accordance with
subregulation 42.575 (2) but temporary substitution of an alternative who is
identified in the exposition is not a significant change.
1.5.2
Continuing airworthiness manager
(Subparagraph 1.2.1 (c) (ii) and section 1.6 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should identify the continuing airworthiness manager, and set
out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
In particular, this subsection should emphasise that the continuing airworthiness
manager is responsible for ensuring the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft
operated under the AOC and should explain how they achieve this in
conjunction with the respective responsible managers.
The CAMO should also identify an alternative continuing airworthiness
manager, and a procedure to transfer authority from the normal continuing
airworthiness manager to the alternative continuing airworthiness manager, to
ensure that operations are not affected by a temporary absence of the normal
continuing airworthiness manager. Note that a change to the continuing
airworthiness manager is a significant change in accordance with
subregulation 42.575 (2) but temporary substitution of an alternative who is
identified in the exposition is not a significant change.
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1.5.3
Responsible managers
(Subparagraph 1.2.1 (c) (iii) and section 1.5 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should identify each responsible manager, and set out the
duties and responsibilities of each position.
The level of detail should be sufficient to show that all the responsibilities and
obligations of the CAMO under Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS are covered by
the responsible managers.
If there is more than one responsible manager then their responsibilities and
obligations should be framed with reference to the appropriate regulation or
chapter of the Part 42 MOS.
The CAMO should also identify an alternative responsible manager for each
responsible manager, and a procedure to transfer authority from the normal
responsible manager to the alternative responsible manager, to ensure that
operations are not affected by a temporary absence of the normal responsible
manager. Note that a change to a responsible manager is a significant change
in accordance with subregulation 42.575 (2), however, temporary substitution of
an alternative who is identified in the exposition is not a significant change.
1.5.4
Quality manager
(Subparagraph 1.2.1 (c) (iv) and section 1.7 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should identify the quality manager, set out the duties and
responsibilities of the position, and demonstrate that the quality manager
reports directly to the accountable manager for all quality related matters.
The CAMO should also identify an alternative quality manager, and a procedure
to transfer authority from the normal quality manager to the alternative quality
manager, to ensure that operations are not affected by a temporary absence of
the normal quality manager. Note that a change to the quality manager is a
significant change in accordance with subregulation 42.575 (2) but temporary
substitution of an alternative who is identified in the exposition is not a
significant change.
1.5.5
Airworthiness review employees
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (f) and section 1.9 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should contain a list of airworthiness review employees.
This subsection should also set out the procedures for authorising airworthiness
review employees, in particular, who is responsible for authorising them, and
how and where copies of the authorisations are held.
1.5.6
Maintenance program approval employees
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (g) and section 1.10 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should contain a list of maintenance program approval
employees.
This subsection should also set out the procedures for authorising maintenance
program approval employees, in particular, who is responsible for authorising
them, and how and where copies of the authorisations are held.
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This subsection is not applicable if the CAMO does not have the privilege to
approve aircraft maintenance programs or variations to aircraft maintenance
programs.
1.5.7
Continuing airworthiness management employees
(Section 1.8 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should demonstrate that the number of people dedicated to the
performance of the approved continuing airworthiness management activity is
adequate. It is not necessary to give the detailed number of employees of the
whole business but only the number of those involved in continuing
airworthiness management. This may be presented as a table, as in the
example that follows. According to the size and complexity of the CAMO, this
table may be further developed or simplified.
As of 27 June 2011, the number of employees dedicated to continuing
airworthiness management tasks is the following:
Full Time
Part Time
(in equivalent
full time)
Continuing airworthiness management
employees
Airworthiness review employee
Maintenance program approval
employee
Quality management
Other
This subsection should also demonstrate how the CAMO ensures the
qualifications of the employees performing continuing airworthiness
management activities are appropriate for the task they perform. Qualification
standards for the personnel quoted above should be consistent with the size
and complexity of the organisation. It should also explain how the need for
recurrent training is assessed and how the training is delivered or sourced.
1.5.8
Documents supporting the qualifications of key personnel
(Subsections 1.5.8, 1.6.10, 1.7.4, 1.8.2, 1.9.8 and 1.10.10 of the Part 42 MOS
refers)
This subsection should set out how the CAMO ensures that their key personnel
meet the relevant qualification, experience and knowledge requirements of the
Part 42 MOS.
In particular, this subsection should include assessment and record keeping
procedures for the documents that demonstrate the CAMO’s key personnel,
including managers and employees who are authorised to carry out or certify for
tasks, have the appropriate qualifications, experience and knowledge required
under the Part 42 MOS.
Subsection 1.8.2 of the Part 42 MOS requires the CAMO to keep written
records of all employees involved in continuing airworthiness management,
however, it is not necessary to include a list of every continuing airworthiness
management employee and their qualifications in the exposition. The full
records required by Subsection 1.8.2 of the Part 42 MOS may be maintained
elsewhere within the CAMO’s records system.
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1.6
ORGANISATIONAL CHART
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (d) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Depending on the size and complexity of the organisation, one or more charts may be
used to provide a comprehensive understanding of the whole organisation including the
line of reporting.
The following chart shows the overall structure of an air transport AOC holder and
shows where the CAMO fits within the AOC.
ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER
QUALITY
ASSURANCE
AIRLINE
MARKETING
FLIGHT
OPERATIONS
CONTINUING
AIRWORTHINESS
The chart below shows further details on the CAMO’s structure, and clearly shows the
independence of the quality system, including the links between the quality assurance
department and the other departments. This chart may be combined with the one above
or subdivided as necessary depending on the size and the complexity of the
organisation. The structure depicted below the continuing airworthiness manager in the
chart is an example only.
It is up to the organisation to determine the most appropriate structure; including
nomination of responsible managers to cover all the continuing airworthiness activities
the applicant is seeking approval to provide.
ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER
QUALITY
ASSURANCE
CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS
MANAGER
MAINTENANCE
PROGRAM
TECHNICAL
SERVICES
AIRFRAMES
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ENGINES
AIRWORTHINESS
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1.7
CHANGES TO ORGANISATION
(Division 42.G.3 refers)
1.7.1
Significant changes
(Subregulation 42.575 (2) and regulations 42.610 and 42.615 refers)
Significant changes to the organisation require approval by CASA in
accordance with regulations 42.610 and 42.615. Significant changes are
defined in subregulation 42.575 (2).
This subsection should set out the procedure that the CAMO must follow for
making significant changes to the organisation. In particular, it should set out
how the changes are initiated and assessed, how applications are made, how
the organisation ensures that the change is fully incorporated, and who within
the organisation is responsible for managing these changes.
1.7.2
Changes that are not significant changes
(Regulation 42.620 refers)
Changes to the organisation and exposition that are not significant changes
may be approved by the CAMO in accordance with regulation 42.620 without
prior approval by CASA.
This subsection should set out the procedure that the CAMO must follow for
making changes to the organisation that are not significant changes. In
particular, it should set out how the changes are initiated and assessed, how
applications are made, how approvals are given, how the organisation ensures
that the change is fully incorporated, how the organisation notifies CASA, and
who within the organisation is responsible.
1.8
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (e) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should set out a description of the office accommodation, amenities and
equipment required under section 1.3 of the Part 42 MOS. This should demonstrate that
the CAMO has adequate facilities to support the continuing airworthiness management
activities.
If the CAMO has facilities in more than one location then this section should include a
brief description of activities that are undertaken at each location and should
demonstrate that each location has adequate accommodation, amenities and
equipment appropriate for the activities undertaken at that location.
1.9
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS
(Dictionary – Part 3 and Section 1.11 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The CAMO must have current instructions for continuing airworthiness (ICA) for all
aircraft, and all CAMO employees must have access to these instructions.
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure that the
ICA are up to date, and the ICA are provided to employees, i.e. the administrative
aspects of the requirements for ICA.
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This section is not intended to cover the technical aspects of the requirements for ICA,
such as assessing technical documents and updating the maintenance program. The
technical aspects of ICA are set out in Part 2 of the exposition.
1.10
1.9.1
Description of the ICA
This subsection should set out which documents constitute ICA for the types of
aircraft managed by the CAMO.
1.9.2
Access to ICA
This subsection should set out how the CAMO ensures employees have access
to the ICA, in particular whether the CAMO holds hard copy at various locations
or delivers them electronically.
1.9.3
Updating of the ICA
This subsection should set out how the CAMO ensures the ICA are up to date
and who is responsible for ensuring this.
EXPOSITION
(Section 1.2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
1.10.1 Providing employees with exposition
(Regulation 42.655 refers)
This subsection should set out how the CAMO ensures employees have access
to the parts of the exposition that relate to their duties and responsibilities, and
who is responsible for this.
1.10.2 Keeping the exposition up to date and compliant
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (i) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should identify how the CAMO ensures that the exposition is up
to date and complies with the requirements of Part 42 and Part 42 MOS in
relation to its content, and who is responsible for this.
1.10.3 Changes to continuing airworthiness management exposition
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (h) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out how any proposed change to the exposition is
initiated and who is responsible for assessing the proposed change to
determine whether the change needs to be approved by CASA or whether it
may be approved by the CAMO.
The subsection should set out the procedures for making applications for
changes to CASA and the procedures for approval by the CAMO, if applicable,
and for ensuring the changes comply with the regulations and the Part 42 MOS.
It should also identify the individual who is responsible for incorporating the
change in the exposition once it is approved.
1.10.4 Direction by CASA to change expositions
(Regulation 42.625 and 42.665 refers)
This subsection should set out how the CAMO incorporates changes to its
exposition to comply with a direction given by CASA. The individuals
responsible for this should be identified.
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PART 2
CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT
(Subpart 42.C refers)
This part should set out, in detail, how the CAMO carries out the services it is authorised and
required to provide in order to ensure that it meets its obligations under Subpart 42.C.
It is acceptable to refer to other documents and manuals of the CAMO in order to prevent the
exposition from becoming unmanageably large. If this is done, however, then the other
documents and manuals become subject to the same requirements and controls as the
exposition, e.g. CASA approval and change management.
2.1
SOURCING OF MAINTENANCE
2.1.1
Maintenance of aircraft
(Regulation 42.080 refers)
This subsection should set out how the CAMO orders the maintenance for the
aircraft for which it is responsible.
This subsection should include procedures to ensure that maintenance is only
carried out by a person who is permitted to carry out the maintenance under
regulation 42.295 or regulation 42.300 and who is responsible.
The identity of the maintenance provider for each aircraft type for the line and
base maintenance should be listed in an appendix or in a separate document.
2.1.2
Maintenance of aircraft by pilots
(Subregulation 42.080 (2) refers)
This subsection should set out the locations and the circumstances under which
the pilots are authorised to carry out the maintenance.
The list of locations may be provided in an appendix or the CAMO may refer to
another document or manual. Changes to the list of locations may be managed
as non-significant changes in accordance with the exposition change
management procedure.
2.1.3
Maintenance of aeronautical products
(Subregulation 42.080 (3) refers)
This subsection should set out how the CAMO orders the maintenance for the
aeronautical products for which it is responsible.
This subsection should include procedures to ensure that maintenance is only
carried out by a person who is permitted to carry out the maintenance under
regulation 42.305 and who is responsible.
The identity of the maintenance provider for major parts, such as engine,
auxiliary power unit, landing gear and flight control avionics system
components, should be listed in an appendix or in a separate document.
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2.2
PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION
(Regulation 42.1070 refers)
If an aircraft’s flight manual requires a pre-flight inspection of the aircraft to be carried
out before the aircraft is operated for a flight, then the pilot in command of the aircraft
must ensure that a pre-flight inspection of the aircraft is carried out before the aircraft is
operated for the flight.
It is the CAMO’s responsibility to ensure that the required pre-flight inspections are
included in the maintenance programs.
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure that the
pre-flight inspection requirements are complied with, including determination of the
inspection requirements, inclusion in the maintenance program and recording that the
inspection has been carried out.
It is acceptable to refer to the flight or operations manual or any other document that
contains the pre-flight inspection.
2.2.1
Identification of the pre-flight inspection requirements
This subsection should set out how the pre-flight requirements are identified for
each aircraft, either by reference to the flight or operations manual or any other
document that contains the pre-flight inspection.
2.2.2
Ensuring compliance with pre-flight inspection requirements
This subsection should set out how the pilot-in-command ensures that the preflight inspection is carried out before the aircraft is operated for the flight. If
applicable, it should specify how and where a record of pre-flight inspection is
made.
2.3
CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE TO SERVICE
(Subpart 42.H refers)
If maintenance has been carried out on an aircraft then a certificate of release to service
(CRS) must be issued for the aircraft in relation to that maintenance.
2.3.1
Ensuring CRS is issued after maintenance
(Subregulation 42.030 (2) (b) refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that a CRS is issued for an aircraft after maintenance. In particular, that
there are adequate procedures in place to prevent a flight commencing without
a CRS after maintenance.
Any responsibility or requirement of the flight crew in this regard may be
included in the operation manual and referenced here.
2.3.2
Issue of CRS with open defect
(Paragraph 42.745 (f) refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
deal with a CRS that has been issued with an open defect in the aircraft (i.e. a
defect for which rectification has not been deferred in accordance
with Subdivision 42.D.6.1).
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In particular, this subsection should set out the procedures for receiving
notification from the maintenance organisation in accordance
with subparagraph 42.745 (f) (ii), arranging rectification, and who is responsible
for managing this.
If the CAMO restricts issue of a CRS with open defects then this should be
mentioned here.
2.3.3
Issue of CRS after incomplete maintenance
(Paragraph 42.745 (g) refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
deal with a CRS that has been issued after incomplete maintenance (i.e. when
all the requested maintenance has not been carried out).
In particular, this subsection should set out the procedures for receiving
notification from the maintenance organisation in accordance
with subparagraph 42.745 (g) (ii), arranging completion of the maintenance, and
who is responsible for managing this.
2.4
MANAGEMENT OF DEFECTS
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to manage
defects in aircraft.
The procedures must be sufficient to ensure that the aircraft is not flown with a defect
that affects the safe operation of the aircraft.
2.4.1
Rectification of defect in aircraft before flight
(Regulation 42.115 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that defects are rectified before flight in accordance
with regulation 42.115.
This subsection should include the various options for rectification of defects
such as the established ICA and Part 21 repair design approvals, as well as
how any ongoing airworthiness requirements are complied with, and who is
responsible.
If the defect exceeds the limits established in the ICA, or if there are no limits,
then the CAMO may contact the type certificate holder and request new ICA to
enable the defect to be dealt with.
2.4.2
Operation of aircraft without rectification of defect
(Regulations 42.030 and 42.115 refers)
Under certain circumstances, an aircraft may continue to operate with a defect
that has not been rectified. Circumstances such as:
• rectification of the defect may be deferred in accordance with the minimum
equipment list for the aircraft;
• rectification of the defect may be deferred in accordance with the
configuration deviation list for the aircraft;
• the defect is approved as a permissible unserviceability
under regulation 21.007;
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• a special flight permit has been issued under regulation 21.200 to authorise
continued operation with the defect;
• the defect is in a piece of operational and emergency equipment that is not
required for the flight;
This subsection should set out procedures that the CAMO must follow for
dealing with defects where the defect is not to be rectified before flight.
This subsection should include the various options for continued operation, as
well as how any follow-up requirements are complied with, final rectification and
who is responsible.
2.5
AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES (AND MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS)
2.5.1
Ensuring compliance with airworthiness directives
(Regulation 42.120 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure compliance with the airworthiness directives that are applicable to each
aircraft and aeronautical products fitted to the aircraft.
This subsection should include the procedures for monitoring, assessing and
implementing airworthiness directives and the individuals responsible.
2.5.2
Other mandatory requirements
The CAMO may choose to include a subsection on how they ensure
compliance with other mandatory requirements, such as regulation
amendments and directions from CASA.
2.6
MODIFICATIONS AND REPAIRS
2.6.1
Part 21 approvals for the design of modifications and repairs to aircraft
(Regulation 42.125 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that aircraft are not modified or repaired unless there is a Part 21
approval for the design of the modification or repair and the modification or
repair is compatible with the existing configuration of the aircraft.
This subsection should include procedures for verification of the Part 21
approval for the design of modification or repair and assessment of compatibility
with the existing aircraft configuration.
This subsection should also include procedures for seeking design approval
from an authorised person or CASA for a modification or repair that is not
covered by an existing approval.
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2.7
DEALING WITH NON-MANDATORY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUING
AIRWORTHINESS
2.7.1
Ensuring compliance with regulation 42.130
(Regulation 42.130 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
dealing with non-mandatory ICA, such as service bulletins and service letters,
issued by the type certificate and supplemental type certificate holders of the
aircraft, engine and propellers.
This subsection should include a list of the types of ICA that the CAMO shall
assess under Regulation 42.130, as well as procedures for monitoring,
assessing and implementing these ICA and who is responsible.
2.8
LIFE LIMITED AERONAUTICAL PRODUCTS
2.8.1
Replacement of life limited aeronautical products
(Regulation 42.135 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that life limited aeronautical products are removed from the aircraft
before the life limit is reached.
This subsection should include procedures for identifying and monitoring the life
limit of aeronautical products and who is responsible.
2.9
OPERATIONAL AND EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
(Paragraph 42.030 (2) (d) refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure
compliance with the operational and emergency equipment requirements.
This subsection should include procedures for identifying the equipment that is required,
ensuring that the equipment is fitted to the aircraft and who is responsible.
2.10
MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
(Chapter 2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
2.10.1 Development of maintenance program
(Regulation 42.140 and chapter 2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that there is an approved maintenance program for each aircraft
managed by the CAMO.
This subsection should include procedures for development of the maintenance
program (taking into account the requirements in the Part 42 MOS), and who is
responsible.
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2.10.2 Arranging for approval of the proposed maintenance program by CASA
(Division 42.J.3 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
gain approval of a proposed maintenance program.
This subsection should include reference to the requirements of Division 42.J.3
(regulation 42.975 in particular) and who is responsible.
Note that under paragraph 42.940 (1) (a), a CAMO may not approve a
maintenance program for an aircraft operating under an air transport AOC. The
result is that the maintenance program for an aircraft operating under an air
transport AOC may only be approved by CASA in accordance with
Division 42.J.3.
2.10.3 Compliance with approved maintenance program
(Regulation 42.145 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure compliance with the approved maintenance program for each aircraft.
This subsection should include the detailed procedures for monitoring and
scheduling maintenance tasks and who is responsible.
2.10.4 Updating approved maintenance program
(Regulation 42.150 and Chapter 2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the maintenance program for each aircraft is kept up to date, taking
into account any changes to the:
• ICA for the aircraft and aeronautical products;
• airworthiness directives that apply to the aircraft;
• operation and utilisation of the aircraft;
• configuration of the aircraft; and
• requirements in the Part 42 MOS that apply to the maintenance program
for the aircraft.
This subsection should include how the CAMO identifies possible variations of
the approved maintenance program, how the variations are assessed to ensure
compliance with the requirements in the Part 42 MOS, the time within which the
maintenance program must be updated after a change is identified
(refer subregulation 42.150 (2)), as well as who is responsible.
2.10.5 Variations of approved maintenance programs
(Division 42.J.4 and 42.J.5 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
vary an approved maintenance program.
Variations of maintenance programs may be approved by CASA or, in certain
circumstances as set out in regulation 42.985, the CAMO.
This subsection should include procedures for determining whether the
variation may be approved by the CAMO or CASA, preparing the application,
how approval is given by the CAMO, record keeping requirements,
incorporating the approved variation into the approved maintenance program
and who is responsible.
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Note that this subsection is intended to cover variations of the maintenance
program that are not applicable under the provisions for one-off extension to
maintenance task intervals.
2.10.6 One-off extensions to a maintenance task interval
(Section 2.10 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure compliance with the provisions in the Part 42 MOS for one-off
extensions to maintenance task intervals.
This subsection should include details of how the CAMO controls one-off
extensions to maintenance task intervals to ensure extension are carried out
within the scope of the approved maintenance program and who is responsible.
2.10.7 Direction by CASA to vary approved maintenance program
(Regulation 42.1035 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
complying with any direction given by CASA to vary an approved maintenance
program for an aircraft.
2.10.8 Engines and propellers
If the aircrafts engines or propellers are of sufficient complexity that the CAMO
needs to develop special procedures to ensure their continuing airworthiness
this subsection should set out those procedures.
2.11
ENSURING EFFECTIVENESS OF APPROVED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
(Regulations 42.155 and 42.160 refers)
The CAMO must have a means of ensuring the effectiveness of the approved
maintenance program.
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure the
effectiveness of the approved maintenance program, either a reliability program or an
analysis, as required by the regulations.
2.11.1 Ensuring effectiveness of the maintenance program using approved
reliability program
(Regulation 42.155 and Chapter 3 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure the effectiveness of the approved maintenance program using a
reliability program.
This subsection should include procedures to ensure that there is an approved
reliability program for each aircraft that requires a reliability program under
regulation 42.155, and how the CAMO uses that reliability program to ensure
the effectiveness of the approved maintenance program, and who is
responsible.
This subsection may refer to the organisation’s reliability program manuals as
applicable.
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2.11.2 Arranging for approval of a reliability program by CASA
(Regulation 42.1045 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
gain approval of a reliability program for an aircraft taking into account the
requirements of regulation 42.1045.
2.11.3 Evaluation and review of the approved reliability program
(Section 3.12 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the approved reliability program is kept up to date and effective,
taking into account any change to the:
• maintenance program for the aircraft;
• configuration of the aircraft;
• requirements in the Part 42 MOS that apply to the reliability program for the
aircraft.
This subsection should include how the CAMO assesses the effectiveness of
the reliability program as a whole, initiates variations of the reliability program,
assesses proposed variations to ensure compliance with the requirements in
the Part 42 MOS and who is responsible.
This subsection may refer to the organisation’s reliability program manuals as
applicable.
2.11.4 Arranging for approval of a variation of a reliability program by CASA
(Regulation 42.1055 refers)
The subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
gain approval of a variation of the approved reliability program.
2.11.5 Ensuring effectiveness of the maintenance program by means other than a
reliability program
(Regulation 42.160 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure effectiveness of the maintenance program for the aircraft that do not
require a reliability program.
This subsection should include details of how the CAMO carries out analysis of
the approved maintenance program and who is responsible.
2.11.6 Making changes to the approved maintenance program to ensure program
is effective
(Regulation 42.160 and Section 3.11 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
initiate changes to the maintenance program that are driven by the reliability
program or results of analysis carried out under regulation 42.160.
This subsection should include the time within which such changes must be
made, and who is responsible.
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2.11.7 Engines and propellers
If the engines or propellers are of sufficient complexity then the CAMO might
need to develop special procedures to ensure the effectiveness of the
maintenance program for the engines or propellers. If that is the case then this
subsection should set out those procedures.
2.12
CREATION OF NEW MAINTENANCE DATA AND CHANGES TO EXISTING
MAINTENANCE DATA
(Section 1.12 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to create and
approve new maintenance data and changes to existing maintenance data in
accordance with the Part 42 MOS.
2.12.1 Need for new maintenance data or changes to existing data
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
identify the need for new maintenance data or changes to existing maintenance
data and initiate an application, taking into account the requirements of the
Part 42 MOS.
2.12.2 Development of new maintenance data or changes to existing data
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
develop new data or changes to existing data in accordance with the Part 42
MOS. In particular it should set out the procedures for ensuring that no limits or
inspection or test parameters included in the existing data are exceeded (unless
the relevant existing maintenance data was originally created by the CAMO)
and who is responsible.
2.12.3 Assessment and approval of new data or changes to existing data
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
assessing and approving new and changed maintenance data in accordance
with the Part 42 MOS, and who is responsible.
2.13
CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS RECORDS
(Subpart 42.N refers)
2.13.1 Continuing airworthiness records system
(Regulation 42.170 refers)
This subsection should set out the significant details of the CAMO’s continuing
airworthiness records system for each aircraft managed by the CAMO.
This subsection should include details of how the required information is
recorded, kept, retrieved, provided to those who require it (e.g. employees,
maintenance organisation, CASA), protected from loss, damage or accidental
alteration in accordance with the requirements of Subpart 42.N and who is
responsible.
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2.13.2 Information about aircraft engines and propellers
(Regulation 42.180 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the information required under regulation 42.180 regarding each
engine and propeller fitted to each aircraft is recorded in the continuing
airworthiness record system.
This subsection should include details of how the information is recorded, how
the records are kept up to date, the time within which the records must be
updated and who is responsible.
2.13.3 Information about empty weight of aircraft
(Regulation 42.185 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the information required under regulation 42.185 for each aircraft’s
empty weight and the corresponding centre of gravity position is recorded in the
continuing airworthiness record system.
This subsection should include details of how the information is recorded, how
the records are kept up to date, the time within which the records must be
updated and who is responsible.
2.13.4 Utilisation information that is used to manage continuing airworthiness
(Regulation 42.190 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the utilisation information required under regulation 42.190 for an
aircraft is recorded in the continuing airworthiness record system.
This subsection should include details of the utilisation information (e.g. hours,
landings, cycles) that are recorded for each aircraft type, how the information is
recorded, how the records are kept up to date, the time within which the records
must be updated and who is responsible.
2.13.5 Information about compliance with airworthiness directives
(Regulation 42.195 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the information required under regulation 42.195 for airworthiness
directives that apply to each aircraft and aeronautical products fitted to the
aircraft is recorded in the continuing airworthiness record system.
This subsection should include details of how the information is recorded, how
the records are kept up to date, the time within which the records must be
updated and who is responsible.
2.13.6 Information about compliance with maintenance program
(Regulation 42.200 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the information required under Regulation 42.200 for each aircraft’s
maintenance program is recorded in the continuing airworthiness record
system.
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This subsection should include details of how the information is recorded, how
the records are kept up to date, the time within which the records must be
updated and who is responsible.
2.13.7 Information about modifications
(Regulation 42.205 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the information required under regulation 42.205 for modifications
made to each aircraft is recorded in the continuing airworthiness record system.
This subsection should include details of how the information is recorded, how
the records are kept up to date, the time within which the records must be
updated and who is responsible.
2.13.8 Information about aeronautical products with life limits
(Regulation 42.210 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the information required under regulation 42.210 for life limited
aeronautical products fitted to each aircraft is recorded in the continuing
airworthiness record system.
This subsection should include details of how the information is recorded, how
the records are kept up to date, the time within which the records must be
updated and who is responsible.
2.13.9 Documents that substantiate the information in the continuing
airworthiness records system
(Regulation 42.215 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the documents required under regulation 42.215 to substantiate
required information are kept.
This subsection should include details of the kinds of documents that are kept
by the organisation to substantiate the information recorded under regulations
42.180, 42.185, 42.190, 42.195, 42.200, 42.205 and 42.210, how the
documents must be kept, how the documents are accessed, how long the
documents must be retained and who is responsible.
Examples of documents include; maintenance records for the aircraft,
authorised release certificate for products, flight technical log entries containing
utilisation information and design approvals containing details of changes
aircraft empty weight and corresponding centre of gravity position.
For example, to substantiate the life limit information for a product the
authorised release certificate for the manufacture of the product and the
subsequent removal and installation details of the product may be required.
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2.13.10 Description of the flight technical log
(Regulation 42.220 refers)
This subsection should set out the significant details of the CAMO’s flight
technical log for each aircraft managed by the organisation.
This subsection should describe the format of the log, and should demonstrate
that the log is capable of recording the information that must be recorded in the
flight technical log in accordance with the requirements of Part 42, and who is
responsible (for the flight technical log in general).
If applicable, a copy or sample of the flight technical log may be in included as
an appendix.
2.13.11 Availability of the flight technical log
(Regulation 42.225 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the flight technical log for the aircraft is available to the pilot-incommand of the aircraft and to the person who is carrying out maintenance on
the aircraft.
2.13.12 Ensuring information in the flight technical log is recorded
(Paragraphs 42.030 (2) (f), 42.245, 42.370, 42.440 (g), 42.760 (2), 42.1075
refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that the required information is recorded flight technical log.
2.13.13 Instructions for recording information in the flight technical log
(Paragraphs 42.030 (2) (e), 42.245, 42.370, 42.440 (g), 42.760 (2), 42.1075
refers)
This subsection should include detailed instructions for individuals on how to
record information on the flight technical log. Such procedures may be included
in the flight technical log or in the AOC holder operations manual and
referenced here.
If the complete flight technical log or part of the log is in electronic format, this
subsection should set out how the information is recorded in the flight technical
log during and after the flight.
2.13.14 Recording of utilisation information by means other than flight technical
log
(Regulations 42.250 and 42.255 refers)
If the organisation records (or intends to record) the utilisation information
required under regulation 42.190 by means other than the flight technical log
(such as by using aircraft communication addressing and reporting system)
then this subsection should include procedures for gaining approval from CASA
for this purpose, procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure the required
information is recorded in accordance with the approval and who is responsible.
If the CAMO/AOC holder has existing approvals related to this subject then a
reference to these approvals should be included in this subsection.
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2.13.15 Retention of continuing airworthiness records
(Regulation 42.260 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure compliance with the required retention period for the various kinds of
continuing airworthiness records mentioned in the Table under
regulation 42.260.
This subsection should include how the records are kept, retrieved and
protected from loss, damage or accidental alteration in accordance with the
requirements of Subpart 42.N and who is responsible.
2.13.16 Transfer of continuing airworthiness records
(Regulation 42.265 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
transferring the continuing airworthiness records for an aircraft after the CAMO
ceases to be the person responsible for continuing for the aircraft.
This subsection should include the time within which the records must be
transferred and who is responsible.
2.14
MAJOR DEFECTS
This section should cover the CAMO’s procedures relating to defect reporting and
investigation.
2.14.1 Reporting major defects on aircraft
(Regulation 42.270 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
reporting major defects in accordance with the requirements of
regulation 42.270.
This subsection should include how major defects are identified by the CAMO
from the continuing airworthiness records, how the CAMO receives defect
reports from maintenance organisations, how to submit a report to the required
people and organisations, the required timeframe for reporting and who is
responsible.
2.14.2 Investigation of major defects on aircraft
(Regulation 42.275 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
investigating major defects and reporting the findings to CASA, including the
time within which the report must be submitted and who is responsible.
2.14.3 Providing further information in relation to major defects
(Regulations 42.280 and 42.285 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
providing further information regarding a major defect to CASA or the certificate
or approval holder, including who is responsible.
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2.14.4 Retention of parts that are subject to major defects
(Regulation 42.280 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
retention of parts that are subject to major defects in accordance with the
requirements of regulation 42.280, including who is responsible
2.15
DEALING WITH UNAPPROVED PARTS
2.15.1 Control of unapproved parts
(Regulation 42.475 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
controlling unapproved parts.
This subsection should include procedures for identifying and storing the parts
separately in accordance with the requirements of regulation 42.475 and who is
responsible.
2.15.2 Reporting unapproved parts
(Regulation 42.480 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
reporting unapproved parts in accordance with the requirements of
regulation 42.480, including who is responsible.
2.15.3 Providing further information in relation to unapproved parts
(Regulation 42.485 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
providing further information to CASA in relation to unapproved parts reported
by the CAMO, including who is responsible.
2.15.4 Disposal of unapproved parts
(Regulations 42.485 and 42.490 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
disposal of unapproved parts in accordance with requirements of
regulation 42.490.
The procedure must ensure that the unapproved part is not disposed of until
CASA has confirmed that the part does not have to be kept, and identify who is
responsible.
2.16
DEALING WITH AERONAUTICAL PRODUCTS FITTED UNDER
REGULATION 42.440
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for dealing with
parts for which there is no authorised release certificate.
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2.16.1 Installation of parts for which there is no authorised release certificate.
(Regulation 42.440 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow
relating to the installation of a part for which there is no authorised release
certificate, taking into account the requirements of regulation 42.440, in
particular acceptance (or rejection) of the part, and who is responsible.
2.16.2 Ensuring compliance with regulation 42.165
(Regulation 42.165 refers)
This subsection should include the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure compliance with regulation 42.165, including who is responsible.
2.17
SPECIAL OPERATIONAL APPROVALS
2.17.1 Management of special operational approvals
(Paragraph 2.8.1 (c) of the Part 42 MOS, CAO 82.0, CAR 181M and
Subpart 91.U refers)
This subsection should set out the CAMO’s role in managing the following
operational approvals:
• an EDTO approval under Civil Aviation Order (CAO) 82.0;
• an RVSM operational approval under regulation 181M of the Civil Aviation
Regulations 1988 (CAR) ;
• a navigation authorisation under Subpart 91.U.
This subsection should include the procedures the CAMO must follow to meet
their obligations, including liaising with the operational department of the airline,
procedures for development and implementation of relevant continuing
airworthiness requirements and who is responsible.
2.18
SPECIAL FLIGHT PERMITS
(Regulations 42.115 and 21.197 refers)
2.18.1 Application for special flight permits
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
apply to CASA or an authorised person for a special flight permit on behalf of
the organisation or AOC holder.
2.18.2 Ensuring compliance with the special flight permit
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure an aircraft operated under a special flight permit is operated within the
limits specified in the special flight permit.
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PART 3
QUALITY SYSTEM
(Section 1.13 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This part should describe the CAMO’s quality system that is in place to ensure the
requirements of Section 1.13 of the Part 42 MOS are met.
If the CAMO’s quality system is part of the corporate quality system, then this section may refer
to the corporate quality system fully or partially. However, if this approach is taken then the
corporate quality system must be capable of meeting the requirements of the Section 1.13 of
the Part 42 MOS and should address the requirements of the sections below.
3.1
QUALITY POLICY
(Subsection 1.13.1 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out the quality policy of the CAMO in relation to the
continuing airworthiness obligations of the organisation. As a minimum the quality policy
should demonstrate the organisation’s commitment to ensure:
• continuing airworthiness management services are provided in compliance with
Part 42, Part 42 MOS and its exposition; and
• the standard of maintenance being carried out on the aircraft meets the
requirements of Part 42 and Part 145.
3.2
QUALITY AUDIT PLAN
(Subsection 1.13.2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This subsection should set out the CAMO’s quality audit plan, including whether the
audit is a one-off annual event or is a progressive one, how and where the plan required
under Subsection 1.13.2 of the Part 42 MOS is kept and who is responsible for
managing the plan.
3.3
QUALIFICATION AND INDEPENDENCE OF AUDITORS
(Subsection 1.13.3 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should identify the individuals who are responsible for performing audits. It
should also describe how the organisation ensures independence of the auditors and
how the organisation assesses the knowledge and qualifications of auditors as required
under Subsection 1.13.3 of the Part 42 MOS.
3.4
RECORDING AND REPORTING OF ALL AUDIT FINDINGS
(Subsection 1.13.1 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for recording the
audit findings and how those findings are reported to the accountable manager and the
appropriate responsible manager.
3.5
IMPLEMENTATION OF CORRECTIVE AND PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS
(Subsections 1.13.1 and 1.13.4 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for implementing
the corrective and preventative actions for any deficiencies identified in the audit
findings. In particular, the organisation should demonstrate that the procedures ensure
corrective and preventative actions are implemented in a timely manner, taking into
account the significance of the findings.
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3.6
PROVISION OF FEEDBACK TO THE QUALITY MANAGER
(Subsection 1.13.1 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for the provision
of feedback to the quality manager about the corrective and preventative action
implemented.
3.7
RECORDS RELATING TO AUDITS
(Subsections 1.13.5 and 1.13.6 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure that the
audit record keeping requirements of Subsection 1.13.5 of the Part 42 MOS are
complied with, including what records are to be kept, how the records are kept, the
duration for which the records are kept and who is responsible.
PART 4
AIRWORTHINESS REVIEWS
(Subpart 42.I refers)
All aircraft that are authorised to operate under a regular public transport AOC must have an
airworthiness review certificate issued by an authorised airworthiness review employee of the
responsible CAMO. The basis of the airworthiness review certificate is the periodic
airworthiness review that is carried out by the airworthiness review employee.
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to carry out
airworthiness reviews and issue airworthiness review certificates.
4.1
AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW
4.1.1
Ensuring airworthiness review is carried out as and when due
(Subparagraph 42.030 (2) (c) (ii) refers)
This subsection should demonstrate how the CAMO ensures an airworthiness
review is carried out on each aircraft as and when it is due and identify the
individual responsible for managing this.
4.1.2
Airworthiness review procedures – review of continuing airworthiness
records
(Subregulation 42.900 (2) refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures the CAMO must follow for
carrying out the review of continuing airworthiness records in accordance with
subregulation 42.900 (2).
This subsection should describe in detail how the airworthiness review
employees determine whether each of requirements of paragraphs 42.900 (2)
(a) to (k) have been met. The depth and scope of review for each of the
requirements, including minimum sample size if applicable, should be included.
If the airworthiness review employees are assisted by other individuals then this
subsection should identify the other individuals and demonstrate how the
airworthiness review employees retain the overall responsibility for the review,
including how the airworthiness review employees assess the adequacy of the
information presented to them.
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4.1.3
Airworthiness review procedures – physical survey of aircraft
(Subregulation 42.900 (3) refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
carrying out the survey of the aircraft in accordance with
subregulation 42.900 (3).
This subsection should describe in detail how the airworthiness review
employees determine whether each of the requirements of
paragraphs 42.900 (3) (a) to (f) have been met. The depth and scope of review
for each of the requirements, including minimum sample size if applicable,
should be included.
This subsection should also set out how the CAMO co-ordinates with and gets
assistance from maintenance organisations in relation to the physical survey.
If the airworthiness review employees are assisted by other individuals when
carrying out the survey then this subsection should identify the other individuals
and demonstrate how the airworthiness review employees retain the overall
responsibility for the review, including how the airworthiness review employees
assess the adequacy of the information presented to them.
4.1.4
Record of findings of the airworthiness review
(Regulation 42.905 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
recording the findings of the review in accordance with regulation 42.905.
This subsection should clearly describe the level of detail of the findings that
should be recorded. In the case of findings that indicate a non-compliance with
any regulation or provision of the Part 42 MOS, the procedure should include a
requirement to make reference to the legislation in the findings. The individual
responsible for recording the findings should be identified.
If one or more reviews carried out previously are used as a baseline (i.e. if the
review takes credit for items reviewed as part of previous reviews) then this
subsection should include procedures for identifying the relevant records.
4.2
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
4.2.1
Taking corrective actions
(Subregulation 42.845 (d) refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
taking corrective actions in relation to findings of the review, and ensure that the
requirements of subregulations 42.900 (2) and (3) are met before the issue of
the certificate. The individual responsible for managing the corrective actions
should be identified.
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4.2.2
Recording corrective actions
(Regulation 42.910 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
recording corrective actions.
The procedures should ensure the corrective actions are recorded before the
airworthiness review certificate is issued.
This subsection should clearly describe the level of detail of the corrective
actions that should be recorded, including identification of the individual or
department within the organisation who took the corrective action. The
individual responsible for recording the corrective action should be identified.
4.3
AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW CERTIFICATE
4.3.1
Issue of airworthiness review certificate
(Division 42.I.2 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
issuing airworthiness review certificates, taking into account the requirements of
regulation 42.845.
In particular, the procedures should ensure corrective actions are taken and
recorded before the airworthiness review certificate is issued, and demonstrate
how the obligations of the CAMO under regulation 42.850 and the individual
under regulation 42.855 are met.
The individual responsible for issuing the certificate and the form on which the
certificate is issued should be identified.
4.3.2
Extension of airworthiness review certificate
(Division 42.I.3 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
extending airworthiness review certificates, taking into account the
requirements of regulations 42.875 and 42.880.
The procedures should demonstrate in detail how the airworthiness review
employees determine the aircraft is airworthy and how the obligations of the
CAMO under regulation 42.885 and the individual under regulation 42.890 are
met.
The individual responsible for extending the certificate should be identified.
4.3.3
Copies of certificate to be sent to CASA
(Regulation 42.920 refers)
This subsection should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure that a copy of the certificate is sent to CASA after the initial issue and
after any extension. The procedures should specify the time within which the
certificate must be sent and the individual responsible for this should be
identified.
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4.3.4
Notice of decision not to issue airworthiness review certificate
(Regulation 42.925 refers)
This subsection should describe the procedures that the CAMO must follow for
notifying CASA of any decision not to issue an airworthiness review certificate
for an aircraft.
The procedures should clearly describe the circumstances under which the
CAMO may make such a decision and include a requirement to state the
reasons for the decision. The procedures should specify the time within which
CASA must be notified and the individual responsible for this should be
identified.
4.4
RECORDS
4.4.1
Retention of records relating to airworthiness review certificates
(Regulation 42.915 refers)
This subsection should describe the procedures that the CAMO must follow to
ensure the record keeping requirements relating to the airworthiness reviews
and airworthiness review certificates are complied with.
This subsection should describe what records must be kept, and how these
records must be kept, to comply with the requirements of regulation 42.915.
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PART 5
AUTHORISATION OF PILOTS TO PROVIDE
MAINTENANCE SERVICES
(Division 42.G.4 refers)
5.1
PROCEDURES FOR ISSUING THE AUTHORISATION
(Regulation 42.630 refers)
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for issuing an
authorisation to pilots to provide maintenance services. In particular, this section should
cover the following:
• who is responsible for managing the authorisation process and who is responsible
for signing the authorisation;
• how the CAMO ensures proper training of individuals to be authorised and how the
CAMO assesses the competency and knowledge of these individuals;
• the period for which the authorisation is issued or is valid; and
• procedures for re-issue of authorisations.
5.2
PROCEDURES FOR MAKING CHANGES TO OR CANCELLATION OF
AUTHORISATIONS
(Regulations 42.640 and 42.645 refers)
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for making
changes to an authorisation and the procedures for cancellation of an authorisation. In
the case of cancellations, this section should set out how the authorisation holder is
notified and who is responsible for notifying the authorisation holder.
5.3
COPIES OF AUTHORISATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
(Regulation 42.660 refers)
This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow regarding record
keeping requirements.
This section should include how, where and how long copies of the authorisations and
the records evidencing the matters mentioned in paragraph 42.630 (2) (e) are kept by
the organisation.
5.4
LIST OF CURRENT AUTHORISATION HOLDERS
(Regulation 42.095 refers)
This section should provide a list of all the current authorisation holders in accordance
with regulation 42.095.
The CAMO may choose to provide the list here, or as an appendix, or may refer to
another document or location for this purpose.
This section also should state how soon after a change the list must be updated and
who is responsible.
Any forms or checklist used for the assessment and authorisation of pilots should be
included here or as an appendix to this exposition. This should include a sample copy of
an authorisation.
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APPENDICES
COPIES OF WORKSHEETS, CHECKLISTS, FORMS,
ETC.
This part should include copies of worksheets, checklist, forms etc. that the CAMO uses
as part of its process and procedures unless these are already included under the
relevant sections and subsection.
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COMPLIANCE MATRIX
The following compliance matrix may be used to demonstrate how an organisation’s
exposition meets the requirements of Part 42, and the Part 42 MOS. There is no need to
complete the compliance matrix if your exposition strictly follows the structure of
Appendix 1 and includes the content as required under relevant section and subsection
as set out in the Appendix. If your exposition does not follow the structure set out in the
Appendix, CASA recommends that you complete the compliance matrix to the extent
necessary to highlight the difference. This would help CASA to carry out the assessment
in a timely and efficient manner.
Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
Part 42
reference
1.1
Accountable
manager’s statement
42.575
1.2
Business objective
1.3
Relationships with
other organisations
42.080
1.4
Scope of CAMO
services
42.650
1.4.1
List of aircraft and
CAMO responsibilities
42.105
42.585(3)(e)
1.4.2
Services the CAMO is
approved to provide
42.585(3)(f)
1.4.3
Limitations
1.5
Management
positions and
employees
1.5.1
Accountable manager
42.575(1)(2)
1.2.1(c)(i)
1.5.2
Continuing
airworthiness
manager
42.575(1)(2)
1.2.1(c)(ii),
1.6
1.5.3
Responsible
managers
1.5.4
Quality manager
42.575(1)(2)
1.2.1(c)(iv,)
1.7
1.5.5
Airworthiness review
employees
42.015
42.575(2)
1.2.1(f),
1.9
1.5.6
Maintenance program
approval employees
42.015
42.575(2)
1.2.1(g,)
1.10
1.5.7
Continuing
airworthiness
management
employees
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MOS
Exposition
reference reference
1.2.1(a)
1.2.1(b)
1.2.1(b)
42.590(2)(c)
1.2.1(c)
1.2.1(c)(iii),
1.5
1.8
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Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
1.5.8
Documents
supporting the
qualifications of key
personnel
1.6
Organisational chart
1.7
Changes to
organisation
42.G.3
1.7.1
Significant changes
42.610
42.615
42.575(2)
1.7.2
Changes that are not
significant changes
42.620
1.8
Facilities and
equipment
1.2.1(e)
1.3
1.9
Instructions for
continuing
airworthiness
1.11
1.9.1
Description of the ICA
1.11.1
1.9.2
Access to ICA
1.11.2
1.9.3
Updating of the ICA
1.10
Exposition
1.10.1
Providing employees
with exposition
1.10.2
Keeping the
exposition up to date
and compliant
1.2.1(i)
1.10.3
Changes to
continuing
airworthiness
management
exposition
1.2.1(h)
1.10.4
Direction by CASA to
change expositions
42.625
42.665
PART 2
CONTINUING
AIRWORTHINESS
MANAGEMENT
42.C
2.1
Sourcing of
maintenance
42.080
2.1.1
Maintenance of
aircraft
42.080(1)
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
Part 42
reference
42.585
MOS
Exposition
reference reference
1.5.8,
1.6.10,
1.7.4,
1.8.2,
1.9.8,
1.10.10
1.2.1(d)
1.2.1(h)
1.11.1
42.015
1.2
42.655
Page A40
Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
Part 42
reference
2.1.2
Maintenance of
aircraft by pilots
42.080(2)
2.1.3
Maintenance of
aeronautical products
42.080(3)
2.2
Pre-flight inspection
42.1070
2.2.1
Identification of the
pre-flight inspection
requirements
42.1070
2.2.2
Ensuring compliance
with pre-flight
inspection
requirements
42.1070
2.3
Certificate of release
to service
42.H
2.3.1
Ensuring CRS is
issued after
maintenance
42.030(2)(b)
2.3.2
Issue of CRS with
open defect
42.030(2)(e)
42.745(f)
2.3.3
Issue of CRS after
incomplete
maintenance
42.745(g)
2.4
Management of
defects
2.4.1
Rectification of defect
in aircraft before flight
2.4.2
Operation of aircraft
without rectification of
defect
2.5
Airworthiness
directives (and
mandatory
requirements)
2.5.1
Ensuring compliance
with airworthiness
directives
2.5.2
Other mandatory
requirements
2.6
Modifications and
repairs
2.6.1
Part 21 approvals for
the design of
modifications and
repairs to aircraft
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
MOS
Exposition
reference reference
42.115
42.030,
42.115
42.120
42.125
Page A41
Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
2.7
Dealing with monmandatory
instructions for
continuing
airworthiness
2.7.1
Ensuring compliance
with 42.130
2.8
Life limited
aeronautical products
2.8.1
Replacement of life
limited aeronautical
products
42.135
2.9
Operational and
emergency
equipment
42.030(2)(d)
2.10
Maintenance program
2.10.1
Development of
maintenance program
2.10.2
Arranging for
approval of the
proposed
maintenance program
by CASA
42.J.3
2.10.3
Compliance with
approved
maintenance program
42.145
2.10.4
Updating approved
maintenance program
42.150
2.10.5
Variations of
approved
maintenance
programs
42.J.4,
42.J.5
2.10.6
One-off extensions to
a maintenance task
interval
2.10.7
Direction by CASA to
vary approved
maintenance program
2.10.8
Engines and
propellers
2.11
Ensuring
effectiveness of
approved
maintenance program
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
Part 42
reference
MOS
Exposition
reference reference
42.130
Chapter 2
42.140
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
2.10
42.1035
42.155,
42.160
Page A42
Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
Part 42
reference
2.11.1
Ensuring
effectiveness of the
maintenance program
using approved
reliability program
42.155
2.11.2
Arranging for
approval of a
reliability program by
CASA
42.1045
2.11.3
Evaluation and review
of the approved
reliability program
2.11.4
Arranging of approval
of a variation of a
reliability program by
CASA
42.1055
2.11.5
Ensuring
effectiveness of the
maintenance program
by means other than
a reliability program
42.160
2.11.6
Making changes to
the approved
maintenance program
to ensure program is
effective
42.160
2.11.7
Engines and
propellers
2.12
Creation of new
maintenance data
and changes to
existing maintenance
data
1.12
2.12.1
Need for new
maintenance data or
changes to existing
data
1.12
2.12.2
Development of new
maintenance data or
changes to existing
data
1.12
2.12.3
Assessment and
approval of new data
or changes to existing
data
1.12
2.13
Continuing
Airworthiness
Records
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
MOS
Exposition
reference reference
3.12
3.11
42.N
Page A43
Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
Part 42
reference
2.13.1
Continuing
airworthiness records
system
42.170
2.13.2
Information and
aircraft engines and
propellers
42.180
2.13.3
Information about
empty weight of
aircraft
42.185
2.13.4
Utilisation information
that is used to
manage continuing
airworthiness
42.190
2.13.5
Information about
compliance with
airworthiness
directives
42.195
2.13.6
Information about
compliance with
maintenance program
42.200
2.13.7
Information about
modifications
42.205
2.13.8
Information about
aeronautical products
with life limits
42.210
2.13.9
Documents that
substantiate the
information in the
continuing
airworthiness records
system
42.215
2.13.10
Description of the
flight technical log
42.220
2.13.11
Availability of the
flight technical log
42.225
2.13.12
Ensuing information
in the flight technical
log is recorded
42.030(2)(f)
42.245
42.370
42.440(g)
42.760(2)
42.1075
2.13.13
Instructions for
recording information
in the flight technical
log
42.030(2)(e)
42.245
42.370
42.440(g)
42.760(2)
42.1075
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
MOS
Exposition
reference reference
Page A44
Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
Part 42
reference
2.13.14
Recording of
utilisation information
by means other than
flight technical log
42.250,
42.255
2.13.15
Retention of
continuing
airworthiness records
42.260
2.13.16
Transfer of continuing
airworthiness records
42.265
2.14
Major defects
42.C.4
2.14.1
Reporting major
defects on aircraft
42.270
2.14.2
Investigation of major
defects on aircraft
42.275
2.14.3
Providing further
information in relation
to major defects
42.280,
42.285
2.14.4
Retention of parts that
are subject to major
defects
42.280
2.15
Dealing with
unapproved Parts
2.15.1
Control of
unapproved parts
42.475
2.15.2
Reporting
unapproved parts
42.480
2.15.3
Providing further
information in relation
to unapproved parts
42.485
2.15.4
Disposal of
unapproved parts
42.485
42.490
2.16
Dealing with
aeronautical products
fitted under
Regulation 42.440
2.16.1
Installation of parts for
which there is no
authorised release
certificate
42.440
2.16.2
Ensuring compliance
with regulation 42.165
42.165
2.17
Special operational
approvals
2.17.1
Management of
special operational
approvals
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
MOS
Exposition
reference reference
2.8.1
Page A45
Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
Part 42
reference
2.18
Special flight permits
42.115
2.18.1
Application for special
flight permits
2.18.2
Ensuring compliance
with the special flight
permit
Part 3
QUALITY SYSTEM
1.13
3.1
Quality policy
1.13.1
3.2
Quality audit plan
1.13.2
3.3
Qualification and
independence of
auditors
1.13.3
3.4
Recording and
reporting of all audit
findings
1.13.1
3.5
Implementation of
corrective and
preventative actions
1.13.1
1.13.4
3.6
Provision of feedback
to the quality
manager
1.13.1
3.7
Records relating to
audits
1.13.5
1.13.6
PART 4
AIRWORTHINESS
REVIEWS
42.I
4.1
Airworthiness review
42.I
4.1.1
Ensuring
airworthiness review
42.030(2)(c)(ii)
is carried out as and
when due
4.1.2
Airworthiness review
procedures – review
of continuing
airworthiness records
42.900(2)
4.1.3
Airworthiness review
procedures – physical
survey of aircraft
42.900(3)
4.1.4
Record of findings of
the airworthiness
review
42.905
4.2
Corrective actions
4.2.1
Taking corrective
actions
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
MOS
Exposition
reference reference
42.845
Page A46
Guidance
document reference
Guidance
document title
Part 42
reference
4.2.2
Recording corrective
actions
42.910
4.3
Airworthiness review
certificate
42.860
4.3.1
Issue of airworthiness
review certificate
42.I.2
4.3.2
Extension of
airworthiness review
certificate
42.I.3
4.3.3
Copies of certificate
to be sent to CASA
42.920
4.3.4
Notice of decision not
to issue airworthiness
review certificate
42.925
4.4
Records
4.4.1
Retention of records
relating to
airworthiness review
certificates
42.915
PART 5
AUTHORISATION OF
PILOTS TO
PROVIDE
MAINTENANCE
SERVICES
42.G.4
5.1
Procedures for
issuing the
authorisation
42.630
5.2
Procedures for
making changes to or
cancellation of
authorisations
42.645
5.3
Copies of
authorisation and
supporting documents
42.660
5.4
List of current
authorisation holders
42.095
APPENDICES
COPIES OF
WORKSHEETS,
CHECKLISTS,
FORMS, ETC
Appendix A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
MOS
Exposition
reference reference
Chapter15
Page A47
Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC)
Guidance Material (GM)
CASR Part 42
ANNEX A
Sample exposition
Part 42 Continuing Airworthiness Management
Organisation
Annex A to AMC/GM for CASR Part 42
Page A1
SAMPLE EXPOSITION
PART 42 CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS
MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION
HOW TO CUSTOMISE THE SAMPLE EXPOSITION
Paragraph 42.580 (3) (a) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulation 1998 (CASR) requires an
applicant for a continuing airworthiness management organisation (CAMO) approval to provide
an exposition. This document would allow the applicant to prepare an exposition based on the
guidance and the sample text included in the document. This document is suitable for a
potential small or medium size CAMO with a simple organisational structure that would be
responsible for managing continuing airworthiness for aircraft authorised to operate under its
own Air Operators Certificate (AOC). The content relates directly to the requirements of Part 42
and the Part 42 Manual of Standards (MOS) as applicable to a CAMO.
The content of the document has been arranged into parts, sections and subsections to provide
a logical structure for the proposed exposition. Each part deals with subject matters that have
similar or common objective. For example, Part 2 deals with core continuing airworthiness
management obligation of the CAMO and Part 3 deals with CAMO’s quality system. Within
each part a section deals with a particular subject matter and a subsection deals with a
particular aspect of the subject matter. For example, section 2.10 is about maintenance
program and subsection 2.10.3 is about how the organisation ensures compliance with the
approved maintenance program. The aim is to collate all the processes and procedures related
to a subject under the relevant section in the exposition, irrespective of the location of the
legislative requirements either in the Part 42 or in the Part 42 MOS.
It is important for the users of this document to appreciate that no single sample exposition can
cater for the needs of organisations of varying size and complexity or reflect the organisational
structures, process and procedures of a number of different organisations. This document is for
guidance only and the structure and content of a CAMO’s exposition should reflect the unique
structures, process and procedures of the CAMO. The content of each section and subsection
should be expanded according to the complexity of the processes and procedures of the
potential CAMO.
To allow easy adoption of the content of this document into a CAMO’s exposition, the text in
this document has been colour coded based on the significance of the text. The following
paragraphs explain the significance of the different colour text:
• Black Text: It is recommended that all black text is retained as this addresses
mandatory regulatory requirements. If black text is changed, the CAMO must ensure
that the replacement text is of an equivalent or higher standard than that provided in
this exposition (Note: a CAMO may expand black text as necessary according to the
complexity of the processes and procedures of the CAMO).
• [Red Text]: This text style indicates where the organisation would be required to enter
requirements specific to their organisation (e.g. what computer record system, aircraft
types, specific ICA, etc.). It is also used to provide a selection of who is responsible for
a CAMO function e.g. ‘The [CAM or RM or QM] is responsible for authorising an ARE’,
whereby the CAMO is to select the position, delete all other red text and then turn the
remaining text black.
• Blue Text: In some cases, the regulation/MOS does not define specifically how a
requirement is to be achieved. In these cases, blue text has been included to illustrate
one example of how this requirement may be described. The organisation should
carefully consider the provided content and may either:
o
delete the blue text and replace it with their specific process; or
o
use the blue text with necessary changes made before including it in their
exposition; or
o
use the example blue text as written, ensuring that the organisation then
adopts that process.
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• Guidance: Wherever there is blue text, guidance text will be provided (as per the
format of this guidance). The author of the exposition should delete all guidance text
prior to submission of the exposition to CASA.
Note: The AMO does not need to track changes when using this template as CASA will use
document compare software to identify all differences during the exposition assessment.
Where the content of the exposition requires processes and procedures to be provided, these
may be included in other documents provided they are referred to in the exposition. However, in
that case, the other documents form part of the exposition and are subject to the same
requirements and controls as the exposition. Processes and procedures included or referred to
in the exposition should be of adequate depth and include enough details to demonstrate they
establish compliance with the applicable requirements of Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS.
Duties and responsibilities of individuals as mentioned in the exposition should relate to the
obligation of the organisation or the individual under Part 42 and Part 42 MOS, and are not
meant to cover employment conditions, performance criteria or administrative functions. Where
content of the exposition requires identifying the individual responsible for an action or a
decision that is part of a process, it is intended that the individual will be identified by their
position title (such as ‘continuing airworthiness manager’) or if applicable, by means that
describes their function (such as ‘airworthiness review employees’ or ‘data entry clerks’).
Where content of the exposition deals with records to be created or kept by the organisation,
the relevant procedures in the exposition should take into account the requirements of
Subpart 42.N in relation to the following:
• legibility of the record
• retrieval of records
• protection of the records from loss, damage or accidental alteration.
CASA recommends worksheets, checklists, forms, lists of items and personnel etc. required
under the exposition or associated with the processes or procedures required by the exposition
should be included as appendices at the end of the exposition. However, as mentioned above,
they may be included in other documents that contain the processes and procedures or in any
other document if it is convenient for the organisation to do so.
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Optional
Organisation Logo
[AOC HOLDER NAME]
PART 42 CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS
MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION
EXPOSITION
This exposition has been developed to meet the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CASR)
Part 42 Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation exposition requirements
CAMO approval certificate reference number
[CAMO certificate number]
[AOC holder name]
[address of main location]
Telephone: [number]
Facsimile: [number]
Email: [email address for primary contact]
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................... 5
List of Effective Pages ............................................................................................................... 9
Distribution List ........................................................................................................................ 11
Abbreviations AND Acronyms .................................................................................................. 12
PART 1
GENERAL ............................................................................................................. 13
1.1
Accountable Manager’s Statement ............................................................................ 13
1.2
Business Objective .................................................................................................... 14
1.3
Relationships with Other Organisations ..................................................................... 14
1.4
Scope of CAMO Services .......................................................................................... 15
1.4.1
List of aircraft and CAMO responsibilities ..................................................... 15
1.4.2
Services the CAMO is approved to provide .................................................. 15
1.4.3
Limitations .................................................................................................... 15
1.5
Management Positions and Employees ..................................................................... 16
1.5.1
Accountable manager .................................................................................. 17
1.5.2
Continuing airworthiness manager ............................................................... 17
1.5.3
Responsible managers ................................................................................. 18
1.5.4
Quality manager ........................................................................................... 19
1.5.5
Airworthiness review employees .................................................................. 20
1.5.6
Maintenance program approval employees .................................................. 21
1.5.7
Continuing airworthiness management employees....................................... 22
1.5.8
Documents supporting the qualifications of key personnel ........................... 23
1.6
Organisational Chart .................................................................................................. 24
1.7
Changes to Organisation ........................................................................................... 25
1.7.1
Significant changes ...................................................................................... 25
1.7.2
Changes that are not significant changes ..................................................... 25
1.8
Facilities and Equipment ............................................................................................ 26
1.9
Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness ................................................................... 27
1.9.1
Description of the ICA .................................................................................. 27
1.9.2
Access to ICA............................................................................................... 28
1.9.3
Updating of the ICA ...................................................................................... 28
1.10
Exposition .................................................................................................................. 29
1.10.1 Providing employees with exposition ............................................................ 29
1.10.2 Keeping the exposition up to date and compliant.......................................... 29
1.10.3 Changes to continuing airworthiness management exposition...................... 29
1.10.4 Direction by CASA to change expositions..................................................... 30
PART 2
CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT .............................................. 31
2.1
Sourcing of Maintenance ........................................................................................... 31
2.1.1
Maintenance of aircraft ................................................................................. 31
2.1.2
Maintenance of aircraft by pilots ................................................................... 32
2.1.3
Maintenance of aeronautical products .......................................................... 32
2.2
Pre-flight Inspection ................................................................................................... 34
2.2.1
Identification of the pre-flight inspection requirements .................................. 34
2.2.2
Ensuring compliance with pre-flight inspection requirements ........................ 34
2.3
Certificate of Release to Service ................................................................................ 35
2.3.1
Ensuring CRS is issued after maintenance................................................... 35
2.3.2
Issue of CRS with open defect ..................................................................... 36
2.3.3
Issue of CRS after incomplete maintenance ................................................. 36
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2.4
Management of Defects ............................................................................................. 37
2.4.1
Rectification of defect in aircraft before flight ................................................ 37
2.4.2
Operation of aircraft without rectification of defect ........................................ 37
2.5
Airworthiness Directives (and Mandatory Requirements) ........................................... 39
2.5.1
Ensuring compliance with airworthiness directives ....................................... 39
2.5.2
Other mandatory requirements ..................................................................... 39
2.6
Modifications and Repairs .......................................................................................... 41
2.6.1
Part 21 approvals for the design of modifications and repairs to aircraft ....... 41
2.7
Dealing with Non-Mandatory Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness ...................... 42
2.7.1
Ensuring compliance with regulation 42.130................................................. 42
2.8
Life Limited Aeronautical Products ............................................................................. 43
2.8.1
Replacement of life limited aeronautical products ......................................... 43
2.9
Operational and Emergency Equipment ..................................................................... 44
2.10
Maintenance Program ................................................................................................ 45
2.10.1 Development of maintenance program ......................................................... 45
2.10.2 Arranging for approval of the proposed maintenance program by CASA ...... 47
2.10.3 Compliance with approved maintenance program ........................................ 47
2.10.4 Updating approved maintenance program .................................................... 48
2.10.5 Variations of approved maintenance programs ............................................ 48
2.10.6 One-off extensions to a maintenance task interval ....................................... 49
2.10.7 Direction by CASA to vary approved maintenance program ......................... 50
2.10.8 Engines and propellers ................................................................................. 50
2.11
Ensuring Effectiveness of Approved Maintenance Program ....................................... 51
2.11.1 Ensuring effectiveness of the maintenance program using approved reliability
program ........................................................................................................ 51
2.11.2 Arranging for approval of a reliability program by CASA ............................... 52
2.11.3 Evaluation and review of the approved reliability program ............................ 52
2.11.4 Arranging for approval of a variation of a reliability program by CASA .......... 52
2.11.5 Ensuring effectiveness of the maintenance program by means other than a
reliability program ......................................................................................... 52
2.11.6 Making changes to the approved maintenance program to ensure program is
effective ........................................................................................................ 54
2.11.7 Engines and propellers ................................................................................. 54
2.12
Creation of New Maintenance Data and Changes to Existing Maintenance Data ....... 54
2.12.1 Need for new maintenance data or changes to existing data ........................ 54
2.12.2 Development of new maintenance data or changes to existing data............. 55
2.12.3 Assessment and approval of new data or changes to existing data .............. 55
2.13
Continuing Airworthiness Records ............................................................................. 56
2.13.1 Continuing airworthiness records system ..................................................... 56
2.13.2 Information about aircraft engines and propellers ......................................... 56
2.13.3 Information about empty weight of aircraft .................................................... 57
2.13.4 Utilisation information that is used to manage continuing airworthiness ........ 57
2.13.5 Information about compliance with ADs ........................................................ 58
2.13.6 Information about compliance with maintenance program ............................ 58
2.13.7 Information about modifications .................................................................... 59
2.13.8 Information about aeronautical products with life limits ................................. 60
2.13.9 Documents that substantiate the information in the continuing airworthiness
records system ............................................................................................. 60
2.13.10 Description of the flight technical log ............................................................ 61
2.13.11 Availability of the flight technical log ............................................................. 61
2.13.12 Ensuring information in the flight technical log is recorded ........................... 62
2.13.13 Instructions for recording information in the flight technical log ..................... 63
2.13.14 Recording of utilisation information by means other than flight technical log. 63
2.13.15 Retention of continuing airworthiness records .............................................. 63
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2.13.16 Transfer of continuing airworthiness records ................................................ 64
2.14
Major Defects ............................................................................................................. 65
2.14.1 Reporting major defects on aircraft ............................................................... 65
2.14.2 Investigation of major defects on aircraft ...................................................... 66
2.14.3 Providing further information in relation to major defects .............................. 66
2.14.4 Retention of parts that are subject to major defects ...................................... 67
2.15
Dealing with Unapproved Parts .................................................................................. 68
2.15.1 Control of unapproved parts ......................................................................... 68
2.15.2 Reporting unapproved parts ......................................................................... 68
2.15.3 Providing further information in relation to unapproved parts ........................ 69
2.15.4 Disposal of unapproved parts ....................................................................... 69
2.16
Dealing With Aeronautical Products Fitted Under Regulation 42.440 ........................ 70
2.16.1 Installation of parts for which there is no authorised release certificate......... 70
2.16.2 Ensuring compliance with regulation 42.165................................................. 70
2.17
Special Operational Approvals ................................................................................... 71
2.17.1 Management of special operational approvals .............................................. 71
2.18
Special Flight Permits ................................................................................................ 72
2.18.1 Application for special flight permits.............................................................. 72
2.18.2 Ensuring compliance with the special flight permit ........................................ 73
PART 3
QUALITY SYSTEM ............................................................................................... 74
3.1
Quality policy ............................................................................................................. 74
3.2
Quality audit plan ....................................................................................................... 74
3.3
Qualification and independence of auditors................................................................ 74
3.4
Recording and reporting of all audit findings .............................................................. 75
3.5
Implementation of corrective and preventative actions ............................................... 75
3.6
Provision of feedback to the quality manager ............................................................. 75
3.7
Records relating to audits .......................................................................................... 76
PART 4
AIRWORTHINESS REVIEWS ............................................................................... 77
4.1
Airworthiness Review ................................................................................................. 77
4.1.1
Ensuring airworthiness review is carried out as and when due ..................... 77
4.1.2
Airworthiness review procedures – review of continuing airworthiness records
..................................................................................................................... 77
4.1.3
Airworthiness review procedures – physical survey of aircraft ...................... 80
4.1.4
Record of findings of the airworthiness review .............................................. 81
4.2
Corrective Actions ...................................................................................................... 82
4.2.1
Taking corrective actions .............................................................................. 82
4.2.2
Recording corrective actions ........................................................................ 82
4.3
Airworthiness Review Certificate ................................................................................ 83
4.3.1
Issue of airworthiness review certificate ....................................................... 83
4.3.2
Extension of airworthiness review certificate ................................................ 83
4.3.3
Copies of certificate to be sent to CASA ....................................................... 83
4.3.4
Notice of decision not to issue airworthiness review certificate ..................... 84
4.4
Records ..................................................................................................................... 84
4.4.1
Retention of records relating to airworthiness review certificates .................. 84
PART 5
AUTHORISATION OF PILOTS TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE SERVICES ........ 85
5.1
Procedures for issuing the authorisation .................................................................... 85
5.2
Procedures for making changes to or cancellation of authorisations .......................... 86
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5.3
Copies of authorisation and supporting documents .................................................... 86
5.4
List of current authorisation holders ........................................................................... 87
PART 6
APPENDICES ....................................................................................................... 88
6.1
Sample of documents, tags and forms etc. ................................................................ 88
6.2
Compliance matrix ..................................................................................................... 89
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LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES
Guidance: This section includes the list of effective pages of the complete exposition if hard copy format used.
Optional if only electronic copies are used and entire exposition is re-released upon amendment.
Page No.
Revision
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Date
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Revision
Date
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AMENDMENT RECORD
Revision
No.
Date
1.0
[dd-mm-yyyy]
CAMO Sample Exposition
Amendment Details
Initial Issue
September 2016
Amended by
Date of
Inclusion
[name (or
position title)]
[dd-mm-yyyy]
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DISTRIBUTION LIST
To ensure that all CAMO employees involved in continuing airworthiness management services
have access to the relevant information, this exposition is distributed in [electronic and/or hard
copy] format and is available [on the CAMO server or at physical locations].
The exposition is also distributed to the following external locations:
Organisation
CASA
[organisation name]
[organisation name]
[organisation name]
[organisation name]
CAMO Sample Exposition
Format
Distribution Details
Electronic
[email protected] with associated CASA Form 395
or 42-01 for significant/non-significant change.
[hard copy or
Electronic]
[hard copy or
Electronic]
[hard copy or
Electronic]
[hard copy or
Electronic]
[delivery details and copy number if hard copy]
[delivery details and copy number if hard copy]
[delivery details and copy number if hard copy]
[delivery details and copy number if hard copy]
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ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS
AD ..................... Airworthiness Directive
AM…… .............. Accountable Manager
AMM .................. Aircraft Maintenance Manual
AMO .................. Approved Maintenance Organisation
AMP .................. Approved Maintenance Program
AOC .................. Air Operator's Certificate
AOG .................. Aircraft on Ground
ARC……………. Airworthiness Review Certificate
ARE……………. Airworthiness Review Employee
CAR................... Civil Aviation Regulations 1988
CASA ................ Civil Aviation Safety Authority
CASR ................ Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998
CAM .................. Continuing Airworthiness Manager
CAME ................ Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition
CAMO ............... Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation
CAO .................. Civil Aviation Order
CDL ................... Configuration Deviation List
CofA .................. Certificate of Airworthiness
CRS................... Certificate of Release to Service
EDTO ................ Extended Diversion Time Operations
GM .................... Guidance Material
ICA .................... Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness
LAME ................ Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
MEL ................... Minimum Equipment List
MOE .................. Maintenance Organisation Exposition
MOS .................. Manual of Standards
MPD .................. Maintenance Planning Document
MPAE ................ Maintenance Program Approval Employee
MRB .................. Maintenance Review Board
NAA ................... National Aviation Authority
PIC…… ............. Pilot-in-Command
QM…… ............. Quality Manager
RM…….............. Responsible Manager
RNAV…… ......... Area Navigation
RVSM………….. Reduced Vertical Separation Minima
SB ..................... Service Bulletin
TCDS ................ Type Certificate Data Sheet
Guidance: The CAMO should establish a list of abbreviations/acronyms applicable to the exposition
drafted. The above items in black text have been used in this sample exposition, while items in blue text
are other examples that the CAMO may add (or any others as appropriate).
Unless specified otherwise, all subregulations, regulations, divisions, subparts and parts referenced in
this exposition are references to the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CASR).
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PART 1
1.1
GENERAL
ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER’S STATEMENT
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (a) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
This exposition defines the processes and procedures that form the basis of approval of
[AOC name] as a CAMO is based.
The exposition, along with the processes and procedures contained in it, are approved by
CASA. The organisation must comply with the exposition in order to ensure that all the
continuing airworthiness management activities for aircraft managed by [AOC name]
CAMO, is carried out to the standard required under the civil aviation legislation, in
particular Part 42 and Part 42 Manual of Standards.
The processes and procedures included or referred to in this exposition do not override
the need of complying with the requirements of any new or amended legislation. Where
processes and procedures are no longer consistent with requirements of the legislation,
the organisation is responsible for amending the processes and procedures.
It is a condition of approval that a CAMO, at all times, complies with the requirements of
its exposition. CASA may take action to suspend, vary or cancel the CAMO approval of
the organisation, as applicable, if CASA has evidence that the processes and procedures
included in the exposition are not being followed and the standards are not being upheld.
It is understood that the suspension or cancellation of the CAMO approval would prevent
the operation of aircraft under the AOC for which the organisation is responsible for the
continuing airworthiness management.
Signed: ………………………………………… Date: …………………………….
Name: …………………………………………..
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1.2
BUSINESS OBJECTIVE
The [AOC name] CAMO provides continuing airworthiness management services for the
fleet of aircraft operated by [AOC name].
1.3
RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER ORGANISATIONS
Guidance: This section should set out the relationships that the CAMO has with other
organisations, including the services that the CAMO provides to other organisations and the
services that other organisations provide to the CAMO.
If the CAMO belongs to a business group, then this section should explain the specific
relationship the CAMO has with other members of that group, in particular any member of that
group that holds an aviation approval such as a Part 145 or Part 147 approval or an AOC. If any
individuals carry out duties that are relevant to the aviation approvals of multiple organisations
within the group then these should be identified.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
[AOC name] is part of the [group name], which includes [AOC /Part 145 / Part 147 / Part
21 organisation name(s)].
The following CAMO [individual has or individuals have] multiple organisational roles:
•
Accountable Manager (AM) of the CAMO is also the CEO of [AOC name];
•
Continuing Airworthiness Manager (CAM) of the CAMO is also [name of
position(s) and organisation(s)];
•
Responsible Manager (RM) of the CAMO is also [name of position(s) and
organisation(s)];
•
Quality Manager (QM) of the CAMO is also [name of position(s) and
organisation(s)].
Guidance: If an individual holds more than one position in a CAMO or holds positions in more
than one CAMO, then the individual must meet the qualifications, knowledge and experience
requirements as set out in the Part 42 MOS for each of the positions.
CASA will have to be satisfied that the individual who holds multiple positions is capable to
carrying out the duties and discharging the responsibilities of all the positions taking into
account:
• the extent of their duties and responsibilities in each position
• the competence and the availability of the individual to fulfil the role of each position.
Refer to guidance material (GM) 42.590 (1) (b) for further guidance.
For complete independence, a QM of the CAMO must not hold the position of AM, RM or CAM
of the CAMO. Refer paragraph 42.590 (1) (f) (iii) and GM 42.590 (1) (b) for further guidance.
As per MOS 1.6.9, the CAM and the substitute CAM must not be a responsible manager for a
maintenance organisation that provides maintenance services for the aircraft that are
authorised to operate under the air transport AOC.
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1.4
SCOPE OF CAMO SERVICES
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (b) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
1.4.1
List of aircraft and CAMO responsibilities
(Regulation 42.105 and paragraph 42.585 (3) (e) refers)
The CAMO is responsible for managing the continuing airworthiness of the following
aircraft types operated under the [AOC name] AOC:
Aircraft Type
Aircraft Model(s)
Aircraft Registration
[type]
[model(s)]
[all VH- or AOC doc. Reference]
[type]
[model(s)]
[all VH- or AOC doc. Reference]
[type]
[model(s)]
[all VH- or AOC doc. Reference]
Guidance: The CAMO may choose to list individual aircraft registrations here or may refer to
the AOC for this purpose. However, if the individual aircraft are listed then the list should be
updated when required to remain aligned with the aircraft listed on the AOC.
1.4.2
Services the CAMO is approved to provide
(Paragraph 42.585 (3) (f) refers)
The CAMO is approved to provide the following continuing airworthiness management
services in respect of the [AOC name] fleet:
Aircraft Type/Model
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
[aircraft type/model]
[Yes/No]
[Yes/No]
No
[Yes/No]
No
[Yes/No]
[aircraft type/model]
[Yes/No]
[Yes/No]
No
[Yes/No]
No
[Yes/No]
[aircraft type/model]
[Yes/No]
[Yes/No]
No
[Yes/No]
No
[Yes/No]
(A) ensuring that the requirements mentioned in Divisions 42.C.2, 42.C.3 and 42.C.4
are met
(B) issue of an airworthiness review certificate under Division 42.I.2
(C) reserved (Extension of an airworthiness review certificate under Division 42.I.3)
(D) carrying out of an airworthiness review under Division 42.I.4
(E) reserved (Approval of maintenance program under Division 42.J.2)
(F) approval of a variation of a maintenance program under Division 42.J.4.
Guidance: Item (C) is reserved due to a proposed regulatory change of deleting Airworthiness
Review Certificate (ARC) extensions under Division 42.I.3 (with the ARC then valid for 3 years).
Refer exposition section 4.3.2 for further details.
1.4.3
Limitations
(Paragraph 42.590 (2) (c) refers)
The following limitations are applied to the approved scope of continuing airworthiness
management services:
•
[Nil or limitation details]
Guidance: This section may be left blank in the initial proposed exposition and populated after
discussions with CASA.
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1.5
MANAGEMENT POSITIONS AND EMPLOYEES
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (c) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The following personnel hold the CASA approved positions for the CAMO as defined
within exposition sections 1.5.1 to 1.5.4.
Part 42 Positions
Accountable Manager (AM)
Holders Name
[name]
Substitute
CAM
Continuing Airworthiness Manager (CAM)
[name]
RM
Responsible Manager (RM)
[name]
CAM
Quality Manager (QM)
[name]
Quality Engineer
All changes to personnel within the above table must be processed in accordance with
exposition section 1.10. For clarity, a permanent change to any of the Part 42 positions
is a significant change in accordance with subregulation 42.575 (2), however a
temporary substitution for an approved position holder is not considered a significant
change.
Guidance: The CAMO should also identify substitute position holders, and a procedure to transfer
authority from the normal position holder to the substitute position holder, to ensure that operations
are not affected by a temporary absence.
Blue sample text below (and above table) provides an example of how this may be achieved.
To ensure that the CAMO’s capabilities are not affected by temporary absence, the AM
has appointed a substitute manager for the Part 42 positions as indicated above.
The substitute AM will be another CASA approved person who is delegated appropriate
authority to temporarily manage and finance the CAMO, while each other substitute has
been assessed as meeting the qualifications, experience and knowledge requirements
for the position, as defined within exposition sections 1.5.2 to 1.5.4.
In the event that a permanent position holder is absent for any reason, the following
procedure will be followed for the transfer of authority to the substitute named above:
•
•
•
the permanent position holder will advise all CAMO personnel of their absence
by email, indicating the dates during which the substitute will assume
responsibility.
the permanent position holder will provide a hand-over briefing to the substitute,
whereby all work in progress and any planned work occurring during the
absence will be discussed. The significant details of the handover will be
documented in [name of document].
upon the permanent position holder returning to duties, the substitute position
holder will provide a hand-over briefing, whereby all work in progress and any
important issues that occurred during the absence will be discussed. The
significant details of the handover will be documented in [name of document].
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1.5.1
Accountable manager
(Subparagraph 1.2.1 (c) (i) and section 1.4 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The AM has corporate authority for managing and financing the operation under the
[AOC and CAMO or CAMO]. The AM is ultimately responsible for ensuring that all
continuing airworthiness activities can be financed and carried out to the required
standard and that the CAMO:
•
complies with CASR, the Part 42 MOS, its approval and this exposition
•
is able to finance the provision of the continuing airworthiness management
services set out in this exposition
•
has adequate resources available to enable the organisation to provide
continuing airworthiness management services in accordance with this
exposition.
Guidance: As per MOS 1.4.2 and 1.4.3, if the CAMO is an air transport AOC holder, the AM for
the CAMO must be an individual who has the corporate authority for managing and financing the
operation under the AOC. If the CAMO is not an air transport AOC holder, the AM must be an
individual who has the corporate authority for managing and financing the CAMO.
As per MOS 1.4.1, the AM is responsible for ensuring that the CAMO complies with CASR, this
MOS, its approval and its exposition.
The blue sample text below is one example of defining AM knowledge so that the AM can meet
their responsibilities under MOS 1.4.
As per the Part 42 MOS section 1.4, the AM must meet all of the following requirements:
Experience and Qualifications
• hold a position that has the corporate
authority for managing and financing the
operation authorised under the AOC.
1.5.2
Knowledge
• knowledge of the applicable requirements of
CASR and Part 42 MOS
• knowledge of the CAMO approval and the
requirements of this exposition.
Continuing airworthiness manager
(Subparagraph 1.2.1 (c) (ii) and section 1.6 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The CAM reports directly to the AM of the CAMO and has overall management
responsibility for the CAMO to ensure the continuing airworthiness of all aircraft
operated under the [AOC name] AOC.
The CAM is responsible for ensuring that the CAMO complies with the:
•
CASR
•
Part 42 MOS
•
CAMO’s exposition in relation to providing continuing airworthiness management
services for the aircraft authorised to operate under the AOC.
The CAM achieves the above in conjunction with the Responsible Manager who is
allocated direct responsibility for certain CAMO services, as defined within exposition
section 1.5.3.
Guidance: This section should emphasise that the CAM is responsible for ensuring the continuing
airworthiness of the aircraft operated under the AOC and should explain how they achieve this in
conjunction with the respective RM(s). Blue sample text above, in conjunction with blue sample
text in exposition section 1.5.3 provides one example of how this may be described.
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As per the Part 42 MOS section 1.6, the CAM (and any temporary alternative) must
meet the following requirements:
Experience and Qualifications
Have the following experience:
• at least 3 years experience in continuing
airworthiness management of aircraft
Have at least one of the following qualifications:
• hold, or have held, an aircraft engineer licence
in category B1, B2 or C (or equivalent)
• have a qualification in aircraft maintenance at
least at Certificate IV level
• have a qualification in aviation maintenance
management at least at diploma level
• have an engineering qualification at least at
diploma level in any of the following disciplines:
aeronautical, avionics, mechanical, electrical or
electronics.
Knowledge
Have all of the following:
• comprehensive knowledge of the
regulations and standards applicable to
airworthiness of aircraft authorised to
operate under the AOC
• knowledge of the CAMO’s exposition
• knowledge of the relevant parts of the
AOC holder’s operations manual that
have continuing airworthiness implications
for aircraft authorised to operate under the
AOC
• knowledge of the CAMO’s quality system.
Guidance: In accordance with Part 42 MOS 1.6.6, an individual who is the maintenance controller
for an operator meets the qualification requirements to be appointed as the CAM of the CAMO at
the time the operator is approved as a CAMO, provided the person complies with the other
experience and knowledge requirements listed above.
1.5.3
Responsible managers
(Subparagraph 1.2.1 (c) (iii) and section 1.5 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The [Responsible Manager (RM) reports or Responsible Managers (RMs) report]
directly to the CAM and [is or are] responsible for ensuring that the CAMO complies with
the:
• CASR
• Part 42 MOS
• CAMO’s exposition in relation to matters for which they are responsible.
Guidance: This section should identify each RM, and set out the duties and responsibilities of
each position. The level of detail should be sufficient to show that all the responsibilities and
obligations of the CAMO under Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS are covered by the RM(s).
If there is more than one RM, then their responsibilities and obligations should be framed with
reference to the appropriate regulation or chapter of the Part 42 MOS.
Blue sample text below provides one example of how this may be achieved with multiple RMs.
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The [RM has or RMs have] direct responsibility for the airworthiness requirements of the
following services that the CAMO is approved to provide:
CASR
Ref.
Continuing Airworthiness Management Tasks
42.115 – Rectification of defect to aircraft before flight
Responsible
Position
[RM title]
42.120 – Compliance with airworthiness directives
[RM title]
42.125 – Approval of design for modifications or repairs to aircraft
[RM title]
42.130 – Dealing with certain Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness
(ICA)
[RM title]
42.135 – Replacement of life limited aeronautical product
[RM title]
42.140 – Approved maintenance program (AMP) required
[RM title]
42.145 – Compliance with AMP
[RM title]
42.150 – Updating AMP following changes to ICA
[RM title]
42.155/160 – Ensuring effectiveness of AMP using reliability programs
[RM title]
42.165 – Removal of aeronautical products fitted under 42.440
[RM title]
42.C.3
Continuing airworthiness records
[RM title]
42.C.4
Major defects – reporting and investigating
[RM title]
42.I
Airworthiness review and airworthiness review certificates
[RM title]
42.J
Maintenance programs
[RM title]
42.C.2
As per the Part 42 MOS section 1.5, the RM (and any temporary alternative) must meet
the following requirements:
Experience and Qualifications
Have either of the following:
• at least 5 years experience in matters
for which they are responsible
• at least 2 years experience in matters
for which they are responsible provided
they have at least an additional 3 years
experience in civil aircraft maintenance
Have the following minimum qualification:
• a technical qualification that relates to
matters for which they are responsible.
Knowledge
Have all of the following:
• comprehensive knowledge of the regulations,
standards and this exposition relating to matters
that they are responsible
• knowledge of the aircraft’s certification basis
• knowledge of the aircraft’s structure and systems,
including the propulsion system, to a level that is
at least equivalent to Level 1 as set out in
Appendix III of the Part 66 MOS
• knowledge of the aircraft’s minimum equipment
list (MEL) and configuration deviation list (CDL)
• knowledge of the relevant parts of the AOC
holder’s operations manual that have continuing
airworthiness implications for the aircraft.
Guidance: The CAMO can add additional experience and qualifications as they deem appropriate.
Blue sample text above provides an example of an additional RM qualification not specifically
mentioned in the MOS.
1.5.4
Quality manager
(Subparagraph 1.2.1 (c) (iv) and section 1.7 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The QM reports directly to the AM and has responsibility for implementing and
managing the CAMO quality system as defined within Part 3 of this exposition.
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As per the Part 42 MOS section 1.7, the QM (and any temporary alternative) must meet
the following requirements:
Experience and Qualifications
Have all of the following:
• at least 2 years experience in quality
management
• successfully completed a course in quality
management which is at least equivalent to
the type of course required for a person to
gain certification as a lead auditor.
1.5.5
Knowledge
Have all of the following:
• comprehensive knowledge of the CAMO’s
exposition
• knowledge of the regulations and
standards applicable to continuing
airworthiness of aircraft.
Airworthiness review employees
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (f) and section 1.9 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
An Airworthiness Review Employee (ARE) must be assessed and authorised in writing
by the [CAM or RM or QM] on [form name/number], to carry out an airworthiness review
and to issue an airworthiness review certificate on behalf of the CAMO. The [form
name/number] includes the following information:
•
name of the employee
•
an authorisation reference number
•
the date the authorisation is given
•
the type and model of aircraft for which the authorisation is given
•
the scope and limitations of the authorisation
•
the duration of the authorisation.
As per the Part 42 MOS section 1.9, an approved ARE must meet the following
requirements:
Experience and Qualifications
Have either of the following:
• have at least 5 years experience in
continuing airworthiness management
activities
• have at least 2 years experience in
continuing airworthiness management
activities, provided they hold or has held
a maintenance certification licence in
category B1, B2 or C (or equivalent).
Knowledge
As relevant to the aircraft for which they are
authorised, have all of the following:
• comprehensive knowledge of regulations and
standards applicable to the airworthiness of the
aircraft
• knowledge of the aircraft’s certification basis
• knowledge of the aircraft’s structure and
systems, including the propulsion system, to a
level that is at least equivalent to Level 1 as set
out in Appendix III of the Part 66 MOS.
Guidance: This section should also set out the procedures for authorising an ARE, in particular,
who is responsible for authorising them, and how and where copies of the authorisations are held.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
All ARE applicants will be assessed by the [CAM or RM or QM] using the checklist on
[form name/number]. This checklist requires:
•
a copy of all applicable qualifications to be attached
•
evidence of required minimum experience (e.g. resume or employment letters)
•
results of a knowledge assessment interview.
All ARE authorisation forms and the associated substantiating documents are
maintained as per record requirements defined within exposition section 1.5.8.
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After being assessed as meeting all experience, qualifications and knowledge
requirements above, the following persons have been authorised by the [CAM or RM or
QM] as an ARE:
Name
Auth. No.
Date Issued
Aircraft Type/Model
[ARE name]
[ARE No.]
[dd-mm-yyyy]
[aircraft type/model]
[describe or Nil]
[ARE name]
[ARE No.]
[dd-mm-yyyy]
[aircraft type/model]
[describe or Nil]
1.5.6
Limitations
Maintenance program approval employees
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (g) and section 1.10 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
A maintenance program approval employee (MPAE) must be assessed and authorised
in writing by the [CAM or RM or QM] on [form name/number], to approve variations to a
maintenance program on behalf of the CAMO. The [form name/number] includes the
following:
•
name of the employee
•
an authorisation reference number
•
the date the authorisation is given
•
the type and model of aircraft for which the authorisation is given
•
the scope and limitations of the authorisation
•
the duration of the authorisation.
As per Part 42 MOS section 1.10, an approved MPAE must meet the following
requirements:
Experience and Qualifications
Knowledge
Have the following experience:
• at least 3 years experience in the
development and management of a
maintenance program for aircraft that
are the same, or of a similar type, as the
aircraft for which the MPAE is authorised
Have comprehensive knowledge of all of the
following:
• the regulations and standards applicable to the
maintenance program for the aircraft for which
the MPAE is authorised
• maintenance requirements related to operational
approvals
• the regulations and standards applicable to
aircraft reliability programs
• regular maintenance requirements included in
the ICA for the aircraft for which the MPAE is
authorised.
Have at least one of the following
qualifications:
• hold, or have held, an aircraft engineer
licence in category B1, B2 or C (or
equivalent)
• have a qualification in aircraft
maintenance at least at Certificate IV
level
• have a qualification in aviation
maintenance management at least at
diploma level
• have an engineering qualification at
least at diploma level in any of the
following disciplines: aeronautical,
avionics, mechanical, electrical or
electronics.
Have knowledge of all of the following for the
aircraft for which the employee is authorised:
• the specifications and standards that have been
used by the type certificate holder to develop
regular maintenance requirements
• the aircraft’s certification basis
• the aircraft’s structure and systems, including
the propulsion system, to a level that is at least
equivalent to Level 1 as set out in Appendix III of
the Part 66 MOS.
Guidance: This section should also set out the procedures for authorising an MPAE, in particular,
who is responsible for authorising them, and how and where copies of the authorisations are held.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
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All MPAE applicants will be assessed by the [CAM or RM or QM] using the checklist on
[form name/number]. This checklist requires:
•
a copy of all applicable qualifications to be attached
•
evidence of required minimum experience (e.g. resume or employment letters)
•
results of a knowledge assessment interview.
All MPAE authorisation forms and the associated substantiating documents are
maintained as per record requirements defined within exposition section 1.5.8.
After being assessed as meeting all experience, qualifications and knowledge
requirements above, the following persons have been authorised by the [CAM or RM or
QM] as an MPAE:
Name
Auth. No.
Date Issued
Aircraft Type/Model
[MPAE name]
[MPAE No.]
[dd-mm-yyyy]
[aircraft type/model]
[describe or Nil]
[MPAE name]
[MPAE No.]
[dd-mm-yyyy]
[aircraft type/model]
[describe or Nil]
1.5.7
Limitations
Continuing airworthiness management employees
(Section 1.8 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Guidance: This section should demonstrate that the number of people dedicated to the performance
of the approved continuing airworthiness management activity is adequate. It should also
demonstrate how the CAMO ensures the qualifications of the employees performing CAMO
activities are appropriate for the task they perform and explain how the need for recurrent training is
assessed and how the training is delivered or sourced.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
In addition to the CAMO management positions defined within exposition sections 1.5.1
to 1.5.4, the following is the number of employees dedicated to continuing airworthiness
management tasks as of [dd-mm-yyyy]:
Full Time
Part-Time
(in equivalent
full-time)
[number]
[number] *
As per exposition section 1.5.5
[number]
[number] *
As per exposition section 1.5.6
Quality Engineer
[number]
[number] *
As per exposition sections 1.5.4 and
3.3 (alternative for QM and auditor)
Other
[number]
[number] *
On-Job-Training
CAMO Positions
Airworthiness review
employees
Maintenance program
approval employees
Qualification Standards
* These roles are performed by qualified contractors on an as required basis.
Induction training will be conducted for all new CAMO employees and further internal
training will then be provided to ensure that each member of the CAMO is adequately
trained to carry out the functions of, and satisfy the responsibilities of their role.
CAMO continuation training will be provided to all CAMO staff when changes occur to
the organisation, its procedures, the fleet operation and/or aircraft types managed.
Depending on the complexity of the change, the [QM or CAM] will determine if this
training is to be conducted by a formal presentation, or by summarising the change on
[form name/number] which is then issued to all staff for them to read and sign that they
acknowledge and understand the change.
Records of all CAMO employee training will be held by the [QM or CAM] as per
exposition section 1.5.8.
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1.5.8
Documents supporting the qualifications of key personnel
(Subsections 1.5.8, 1.6.10, 1.7.4, 1.8.2, 1.9.8 and 1.10.10 of the Part 42 MOS
refers)
All qualification and training records for continuing airworthiness management
employees are retained on file by the [QM or CAM] who must:
•
have written records of the qualifications of each employee involved in providing
continuing airworthiness management services
•
keep the copies for at least 2 years after the employee ceases to be involved in
providing continuing airworthiness management services.
The above records will include the following personnel authorisations, along with the
associated substantiating documents used during the assessment of these personnel:
•
signed CASA Form 4 for all persons holding a CASR nominated position as
defined in exposition sections 1.5.1 to 1.5.4
•
signed [form name/number] for all persons substituting in a CASR nominated
position as defined within exposition section 1.5
•
signed [form name/number] for ARE authorisations as defined within exposition
section 1.5.5
•
signed [form name/number] for MPAE authorisations as defined within exposition
section 1.5.6.
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1.6
ORGANISATIONAL CHART
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (d) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Guidance: Depending on the size and complexity of the organisation, one or more charts may
be used to provide a comprehensive understanding of the whole organisation including the line
of reporting. It is up to the organisation to determine the most appropriate structure; including
nomination of the number of responsible managers to cover all the continuing airworthiness
activities the applicant is seeking approval to provide.
Below organisation charts are examples of how this may be described.
The following chart shows the overall structure of [AOC name] AOC.
ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER
SAFETY
ASSURANCE
QUALITY
ASSURANCE
CORPORATE
(HR, Finance, Marketing)
FLIGHT
OPERATIONS
CONTINUING
AIRWORTHINESS
The chart below shows further details on the CAMO’s structure within [AOC name]
AOC.
ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER
QUALITY
MANAGER
Quality Engineer
CONTINUING
AIRWORTHINESS MANAGER
RESPONSIBLE
MANAGER
Maintenance
Program Approval
Employees
Contracted
Technical
Admin
Airworthiness
Review Employees
Permanent
Guidance: The CAMO may enter into an arrangement with any person including an individual or
organisation to accomplish one or more continuing airworthiness management tasks based on
the need to share resources or to access technical expertise that is not available in-house.
However, the CAMO remains responsible for the proper accomplishment of the tasks and should
demonstrate in its exposition how it actively controls the tasks to ensure the tasks are carried out
in a timely manner and in accordance with applicable requirements of the legislation (refer GM
42.590 for further guidance).
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1.7
CHANGES TO ORGANISATION
(Division 42.G.3 refers)
1.7.1
Significant changes
(Subregulation 42.575 (2) and regulations 42.610 and 42.615 refers)
All significant changes are to be processed in accordance with exposition
section 1.10.3. As per regulation 42.575 (2), a significant change in relation to a CAMO
is any of the following:
•
a change to the organisation’s name
•
a change to the location of the organisation’s continuing airworthiness
management facility, including the addition of a new facility
•
a change in the personnel holding a Part 42 nominated position as identified in
exposition section 1.5.1 to 1.5.4
•
a change to the aircraft types and models for which the organisation provides
continuing airworthiness management services
•
a change to the kinds of continuing airworthiness management services that the
organisation provides for each aircraft type and model
•
a change to the organisation’s facilities, equipment, procedures or personnel that
could adversely affect the organisation’s ability to provide the continuing
airworthiness management services that it is approved to provide.
1.7.2
Changes that are not significant changes
(Regulation 42.620 refers)
Non-significant changes are any changes not classified as a significant change in
section 1.7.1 above. All non-significant changes are to be processed in accordance with
exposition section 1.10.3.
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1.8
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (e) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Guidance: This section should set out a description of the office accommodation, amenities and
equipment to demonstrate that the CAMO has adequate facilities to support the CAMO activities.
If the CAMO has facilities in more than one location, then this section should include a brief
description of activities that are undertaken at each location and should demonstrate that each
location has adequate accommodation, amenities and equipment appropriate for the activities
undertaken at that location.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved for the main location.
The CAMO's main office facility is located at [physical address] and the AM is
responsible to ensure that there is appropriately equipped:
•
office accommodation for all employees providing continuing airworthiness
management services
•
facilities for the completion and retention of records and documents in
accordance with the requirements of Part 2.13 of this exposition.
All CAMO employees are provided with individual office equipment such as desk, chair,
phone and computer (connected to the [AOC name] Server) and there is a common
room that provides access to a photocopier, fax and scanner. The CAMO facility is
divided into the following sections:
•
•
•
•
CAMO management: offices are provided for the AM, CAM, RM and QM;
CAMO employees: ARE, MPAE and Technical Admin are located in cubicles
within an open plan area outside the CAMO management offices;
ICA library: for the receipt, control and storage of all ICA applicable to the fleet
maintained by the CAMO;
records section: for the completion and retention of records and documents in
accordance with the requirements of this exposition.
The office facility has monitored security and requires swipecard access to enter the
facility. The CAMO management offices, ICA library and records section are lockable
offices to further restrict non-authorised access. All CAMO data and electronic records is
backed-up in accordance with the [AOC name] IT procedures, which includes off-site
storage at [physical address].
The [AM or CAM] is responsible to ensure that the CAMO office accommodation is
maintained to a standard that will ensure employees can perform their duties without
undue distraction or discomfort.
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1.9
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS
(CASR Dictionary – Part 3 and Section 1.11 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
1.9.1
Description of the ICA
ICA are written instructions that specify requirements, procedures and standards for the
continuing airworthiness of the aircraft or aeronautical product and are issued by the:
•
•
•
•
•
holder of the type certificate, foreign type certificate, supplemental type
certificate or foreign supplemental type certificate for the aircraft or
aeronautical product
manufacturer of the aircraft or aeronautical product
CASA for a modification or repair in accordance with regulation 21.465 (CASA
direction or Airworthiness Directive [AD])
National Aviation Authority (NAA) of a recognised country for a modification or
repair in accordance with regulation 21.470
holder of any of the following for the design of a modification of, or a repair to,
the aircraft or aeronautical product:
o a modification/repair design approval
o an approval granted in accordance with a method specified in a CASA
legislative instrument issued under regulation 21.475
o an approval that continues in force under the Civil Aviation Regulation
1988 (CAR) (CAR 35, CAR 36 or CAR 36A).
Guidance: The CAMO must have current ICA for all aircraft, and all CAMO employees must
have access to this ICA. Blue sample text below is an example of how this may be described.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the CAMO maintains all ICA applicable
to the [AOC name] fleet for which the CAMO is approved to provide continuing
airworthiness management services, which currently includes, but may not be limited to:
ICA
Fleet
Provided by
Aircraft Maintenance Manual
All
[Provider name]
Airworthiness Directives
All
[Provider name]
Airworthiness Limitations
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Alert Service Bulletins
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Engine Manual
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Engineering Orders
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Illustrated Parts Catalogue
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Maintenance Planning Document
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Master Minimum Equipment List
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Master Servicing Manual
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Maintenance Review Board
(MRB) Documents
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Safety Information Notice
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Service Bulletins
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Service Letters
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Structural Repair Manual
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Weight and Balance Manual
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
Wiring Diagram Manual
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
[ICA name]
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
[ICA name]
[applicable Fleet(s)]
[Provider name]
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1.9.2
Access to ICA
Guidance: This section should set out how the CAMO ensures employees have access to the
ICA, in particular whether the CAMO holds hard copy at various locations or delivers them
electronically.
Blue sample text below is an example of how this may be described.
All employees providing continuing airworthiness management services for an aircraft
have access to the [AOC name] server which holds electronic copies of all ICA
applicable to the [AOC name] Fleet.
Hard copies (Paper and/or CD) are also available in the ICA library, which can be
accessed by all CAMO employees as required.
1.9.3
Updating of the ICA
Guidance: This section should set out how the CAMO ensures the ICA are up to date and who
is responsible for ensuring this.
Blue sample text below is an example of how this may be described.
The latest version of ICA is distributed by the provider listed in section 1.9.1 as and
when an update occurs. Each revised ICA is reviewed by the MPAE for applicability to
the [AOC name] fleet and the revised ICA is loaded on the [AOC name] server as soon
as practicable.
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1.10
EXPOSITION
(Section 1.2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Guidance: Blue sample text below provides an example of how the exposition may be
appropriately updated, controlled and distributed to CAMO personnel.
1.10.1 Providing employees with exposition
(Regulation 42.655 refers)
The [CAM or AM] will ensure that this CAMO exposition is available to all CAMO
employees prior to the employee carrying out their assigned duties. This will be
achieved by:
•
•
•
•
induction training for all new CAMO employees
an electronic copy of the exposition being available on the company server
a hard copy of the exposition being available in the ICA library
continuation training (via ‘read and sign’) for any changes to the exposition.
1.10.2 Keeping the exposition up to date and compliant
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (i) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The [AM or CAM or QM] is responsible to ensure that the CAMO exposition is up to date
and complies with the requirements of Part 42 and Part 42 MOS in relation to its
content. This will be achieved by the:
•
[AM or CAM or QM] being registered on the CASA subscribed mailing list to
ensure email notification of any proposed and/or actual changes to the CASR
and any associated MOS/AMC/GM
•
quality audit plan ensuring that all elements of the exposition are audited at
least annually, with appropriate corrective action being implemented
•
initiation and implementation of proposed changes to the exposition as per
section 1.10.3 below.
1.10.3 Changes to continuing airworthiness management exposition
(Paragraph 1.2.1 (h) of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Changes to the exposition may be proposed by any CAMO employee. All proposed
changes are to be initially assessed by the CASR nominated position holder responsible
for that function (as per the responsibilities defined within exposition section 1.5).
If the proposed change is recommended, the QM will assess the change for regulatory
compliance, classify it as a ‘significant’ or ‘non-significant’ change as per exposition
section 1.7 and obtain AM agreement to process the change.
Significant change
For a significant change, the [AM or CAM or QM] must apply in writing to CASA for
approval prior to the CAMO making the change. The application must:
•
set out the proposed change by utilising:
CASA Form 42-01 for Significant Change affecting the approval
certificate; or
o CASA Form 395 for Significant Change not affecting the approval
certificate; and
o CASA Form 4 for Significant Change related to a Part 42 Nominated
Position (if applicable).
include a copy of the part of the exposition consequentially affected by the
change, showing the proposed change.
o
•
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If there is a requirement to change any of the personnel holding a Part 42 nominated
position as identified in exposition section 1.5.1 to 1.5.4, the CAMO will use best
endeavours to comply with the above requirements prior to the change being made.
However, if this is not possible for any reason, the [AM or CAM or QM] must apply to
CASA within 7 days after the CAMO makes the change.
Non-significant change
Changes to the exposition that are non-significant changes may be approved by the
CAMO in accordance with regulation 42.620 without prior approval by CASA.
For a non-significant change, the QM must within 28 days after making the change:
•
ensure the exposition is updated
•
provide CASA with a written notice of the change using CASA Form 395 and a
copy of the updated part of the exposition.
1.10.4 Direction by CASA to change expositions
(Regulations 42.625 and 42.665 refers)
As per regulation 42.625, CASA may direct a CAMO to change its exposition to:
•
remove particular information from the exposition; or
•
include particular information in the exposition; or
•
revise or vary the information in the exposition.
A CASA direction under this regulation must be in writing and specify the time within
which the direction must be complied with.
If the CAMO receives a CASA direction, the change to the exposition will be processed
as per section 1.10.3 above, however the change must be completed within the time
specified in the CASA direction.
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PART 2
CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT
(Subpart 42.C refers)
2.1
SOURCING OF MAINTENANCE
2.1.1
Maintenance of aircraft
(Regulation 42.080 refers)
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that maintenance is only carried out by a
person who is permitted to carry out the maintenance under regulations 42.295 or
42.300. For the [AOC name] fleet, this is summarised as:
•
a Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO), which is approved to
provide maintenance services for the aircraft; or
•
an individual carrying out maintenance on behalf of a Part 145 AMO, which is
providing maintenance services for the aircraft; or
•
a pilot licence holder who is carrying out maintenance under an authorisation
issued under Part 5 of this exposition that is in force.
Guidance: If an organisation is using an AMO approved under an NAA arrangement (as per a
country identified in Chapter 6 of Part 42 MOS), requirements of regulation 42.301 should also
be added above.
If an aircraft is grounded at a location where none of the above are available to carry out
the required maintenance, then the [CAM or RM and/or QM] will coordinate with an
approved AMO who may authorise certain persons to perform maintenance certification
and issue a Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) for aircraft maintenance for a single
maintenance event under paragraph 145.A.30 (l) of the Part 145 MOS.
Guidance: This section should set out how the CAMO orders the maintenance for the aircraft for
which it is responsible. The identity of the maintenance provider for each aircraft type for the line
and base maintenance should be listed in an appendix or in a separate document.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
For any regular scheduled maintenance, the [CAM or RM] is to ensure that a formal
contract is agreed with an AMO prior to commencement of maintenance services. Prior
to any contractual agreement, the QM will be responsible to ensure a quality audit of
that AMO is carried out to ensure it is suitable and appropriately approved to carry out
such maintenance services.
For any one-off maintenance requirements, the [CAM or RM] is to ensure that a formal
purchase order is agreed with an AMO prior to commencement of maintenance
services. Prior to any purchase order agreement, the QM will be responsible to review
the approvals held by the AMO to ensure it is suitable and appropriately approved to
carry out such maintenance services.
A list of approved maintenance service providers is identified in the approved supplier
database maintained by the [CAM or RM or QM]. This supplier database identifies which
AMO provides maintenance services for line and base maintenance on each aircraft
type operated by [AOC name].
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2.1.2
Maintenance of aircraft by pilots
(Subregulation 42.080 (2) refers)
An [AOC name] pilot who is appropriately authorised as per Part 5 of this exposition
may only carry out maintenance on an aircraft when all of the following conditions are
met:
• the aircraft is at a place where there is no approved maintenance organisation
able to carry out the maintenance at that place
• the pilot licence holder is authorised, under Part 61, to fly the aircraft
• the pilot licence holder is a member of the aircraft’s flight crew
• the maintenance required is specified in the pilot maintenance authorisation
issued under Part 5 of this exposition.
Guidance: This section should set out the locations where pilots are authorised to carry out
maintenance. The list of locations may be provided in an appendix or the CAMO may refer to
another document or manual. Changes to the list of locations may be managed as nonsignificant changes in accordance with the exposition change management procedure.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The locations where pilot maintenance may be performed in accordance with the above
conditions are:
•
Unscheduled maintenance: any location where there is no approved
maintenance organisation able to carry out the maintenance at that place.
•
Scheduled maintenance: may only be performed at the following locations in
which there is no approved maintenance organisation able to carry out the
maintenance at that place:
o
o
2.1.3
[location]
[location]
Maintenance of aeronautical products
(Subregulation 42.080 (3) refers)
The [CAM and/or RM] is responsible to ensure that maintenance carried out on an
aeronautical product for the aircraft is only carried out by a person who is permitted to
carry out the maintenance under regulation 42.305. For the [AOC name] fleet, this is
summarised as:
•
a Part 145 AMO which is approved to provide maintenance services for the
aeronautical product; or
•
an individual carrying out maintenance on behalf of a Part 145 organisation
which is providing maintenance services for the aeronautical product; or
•
a maintenance organisation approved by the NAA of a foreign country that is
permitted by the NAA to carry out maintenance on the aeronautical product. As
per Chapter 12 of the Part 42 MOS, foreign countries are:
o
o
o
o
o
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New Zealand
Singapore
United States of America
Any country that is a European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) member
as specified in Chapter 12 of the Part 42 MOS.
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For the foreign countries identified above, the authorised release certificate must:
•
describe the maintenance that has been carried out
•
certify that the maintenance has been carried out in accordance with the law of
the foreign country that has permitted the carrying out of the maintenance
•
identify the foreign country referred to in above bullet
•
identify the product by its name, part number and serial number (if applicable)
•
identify the organisation responsible for issuing the document and its authority
to do so
•
be identified as an authorised release certificate
•
include its date of issue
•
include the name and signature of the individual who issued it on behalf of the
organisation.
Guidance: The following section should set out how the CAMO orders the maintenance for the
aeronautical products for which it is responsible. The identity of the maintenance provider for
major parts, such as engine, APU, landing gear and flight control avionics system components,
should be listed in an appendix or in a separate document.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
For any aeronautical product maintenance, the [CAM or RM] is to ensure that a formal
contract is agreed with an AMO prior to commencement of maintenance services. Prior
to any contractual agreement, the QM will be responsible to ensure a quality audit of
that AMO is carried out to ensure it is suitable and appropriately approved to carry out
such maintenance services.
For any one-off aeronautical product maintenance requirements, the [CAM or RM] is to
ensure that a formal purchase order is agreed with an AMO prior to commencement of
maintenance services. Prior to any purchase order agreement, the QM will be
responsible to review the approvals held by the AMO to ensure it is suitable and
appropriately approved to carry out such maintenance services.
A list of approved maintenance service providers for aeronautical product is identified in
the approved supplier database maintained by the [CAM or RM or QM]. This supplier
database identifies which AMO provides maintenance services for major parts, such as
engine, APU, landing gear and flight control avionics system components.
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2.2
PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION
(Regulation 42.1070 refers)
2.2.1
Identification of the pre-flight inspection requirements
Guidance: This section should set out how the pre-flight requirements are identified for each
aircraft, either by reference to the flight or operations manual or any other document that
contains the pre-flight inspection.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The [CAM or RM or MPAE] is responsible to review the following [AOC name] aircraft
flight manuals to determine pre-flight inspection requirements for each aircraft type:
•
[flight manual reference]
•
[flight manual reference]
The pre-flight inspection will also be included in a pre-flight inspection task card which is
included in the following sections of [AOC name] Operations Manual:
•
[operations manual reference]
•
[operations manual reference]
2.2.2
Ensuring compliance with pre-flight inspection requirements
Guidance: If an aircraft’s flight manual requires a pre-flight inspection of the aircraft, this section
should set out how the pilot-in-command (PIC) ensures that the pre-flight inspection is carried
out before the aircraft is operated for the flight. If applicable, it should specify how and where a
record of pre-flight inspection is made.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The [AOC name] Operations Manual [section reference] requires the pilot-in-command
(PIC) to ensure that the pre-flight inspection is carried out prior to the aircraft being
operated for a flight. The PIC will record the completion of the pre-flight inspection in the
[document, e.g. flight log, technical log, journey log].
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2.3
CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE TO SERVICE
(Subpart 42.H refers)
2.3.1
Ensuring CRS is issued after maintenance
(Paragraph 42.030 (2) (b) refers)
If maintenance has been carried out on an aircraft since it was last operated for a flight,
then a CRS must be issued for the aircraft in relation to that maintenance. As per
regulation 42.760, the CRS is contained within the flight technical log and includes the
following information:
•
information identifying the certificate as a CRS
•
the aircraft’s registration mark
•
if the maintenance was carried out by an approved maintenance organisation,
the organisation’s approval certificate reference number and the certification
authorisation number of the employee issuing the certificate
•
if the maintenance was carried out by an approved pilot, the name and pilot
licence number of the individual issuing the certificate.
An authorised employee of an AMO or an authorised pilot conducting pilot maintenance
may issue a CRS when the following regulation 42.745 requirements are met in relation
to maintenance carried out on the aircraft:
•
the information entered into the certificate is correct
•
maintenance certification has been performed for all of the maintenance
•
in respect of the maintenance, the aircraft is airworthy
•
if the maintenance included critical control system maintenance, the following
information has been recorded in the continuing airworthiness records system
for the aircraft in relation to the critical control system maintenance:
o
that the individual has verified the part of the aircraft control system on
which the maintenance was carried out is assembled and configured in
accordance with the maintenance data for the maintenance and the
aircraft control system is functioning correctly
o
information identifying the critical control system maintenance to which
the verification related
o
the individual’s name, signature and licence or certification authorisation
number
o
the date the verification was performed.
An authorised employee of an AMO or an authorised pilot conducting pilot maintenance
may issue a CRS for an aircraft in relation to maintenance carried out on the aircraft, by:
•
signing the certificate
•
recording the date and time of issue on the certificate.
Guidance: Any responsibility or requirement of the flight crew in regards to the CRS may be
included in the operation manual and referenced here.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
As part of the pre-flight referenced in exposition section 2.2.2, it is the responsibility of
the PIC to ensure that prior to flight, a CRS meeting all of the above requirements has
been issued for any maintenance carried out since the last flight.
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2.3.2
Issue of CRS with open defect
(Subregulation 42.745 (f) refers)
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to deal with a
CRS that has been issued with an open defect in the aircraft (i.e. a defect for which rectification
has not been deferred in accordance with Subdivision 42.D.6.1).
In particular, this section should set out the procedures for receiving notification from the
maintenance organisation in accordance with paragraph 42.745 (f) (ii), arranging rectification,
and who is responsible for managing this.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
If there is a defect in the aircraft, and the rectification of the defect has not been deferred
in accordance with exposition section 2.4.2, the AMO is required to:
•
notify the [CAM or RM or other, e.g. MCC] that the CRS is to be issued and the
rectification of the defect has not been deferred
•
reference the open defect in the CRS issued by that AMO.
All contracted AMOs are required to notify the [CAM or RM or other, e.g. MCC] by
[telephone and/or email], whereby the [CAM or RM] is then responsible to contract an
AMO with the capability to rectify or defer the open defect prior to flight.
2.3.3
Issue of CRS after incomplete maintenance
(Subregulation 42.745 (g) refers)
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to deal with a
CRS that has been issued after incomplete maintenance (i.e. when all the requested
maintenance has not been carried out).
In particular, this section should set out the procedures for receiving notification from the
maintenance organisation in accordance with paragraph 42.745 (g) (ii), arranging completion of
the maintenance, and who is responsible for managing this.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
If maintenance requested for the aircraft has not been carried out by the contracted
AMO, the AMO is required to:
•
notify the [CAM or RM] that the CRS is to be issued and maintenance
requested for the aircraft has not been carried out
•
reference the maintenance requested for the aircraft which has not been
carried out in the CRS issued by that AMO.
All contracted AMOs are required to notify the [CAM or RM or other, e.g. MCC] by
[telephone and/or email] that they so not have the capability to carry out the requested
maintenance prior to flight.
The [CAM or RM or other, e.g. MCC] is then responsible to check the requested
maintenance in the aircraft’s approved maintenance program to confirm if it is due prior
to next flight(s) or whether the maintenance can be re-scheduled.
If the [CAM or RM or other, e.g. MCC] determines that the requested maintenance can
be re-scheduled, they will inform the AMO in writing that the maintenance is not required
and the defect can be closed with the reason description as provided to the AMO, e.g.
‘maintenance not due until xxxx flight hours’ or ‘maintenance program extension granted
in accordance with [approval reference]’.
If it has been determined that the requested maintenance cannot be re-scheduled, the
[CAM or RM] is then responsible to contract an AMO with the capability to rectify the
defect.
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2.4
MANAGEMENT OF DEFECTS
2.4.1
Rectification of defect in aircraft before flight
(Regulation 42.115 refers)
If an individual is carrying out maintenance on an aircraft and is, or becomes, aware of a
defect in the aircraft, the individual must ensure that the defect is recorded in the
[continuing airworthiness records system] for the aircraft.
All defects in the aircraft must be rectified prior to the operation of the aircraft for a flight,
unless the rectification of the defect is deferred in accordance with exposition section
2.4.2, which is permitted only if:
•
the defect does not adversely affect the airworthiness of the aircraft; or
•
the operation of the aircraft for a flight with the defect is permitted by any of the
following:
o
the ICA for the aircraft
o
the minimum equipment list for the aircraft
o
the configuration deviation list for the aircraft
o
an airworthiness directive; or
•
the defect is approved as a regulation 21.007 permissible unserviceability; or
•
a special flight permit has been issued under regulation 21.200 to authorise
continued operation with the defect; or
•
the defect is in a piece of operational and emergency equipment that is fitted
to the aircraft and is not required by the:
2.4.2
o
certification basis for the aircraft; and
o
CASA regulations for operation of the aircraft for the flight - refer Part 90,
the Part 90 MOS, CAR 207 and Civil Aviation Orders (CAOs) 20.4, 20.11
and 20.18.
Operation of aircraft without rectification of defect
(Regulations 42.030 and 42.115 refers)
Only a qualified individual, which is a certifying employee of a Part 145 organisation who
is authorised to perform maintenance certification for the maintenance that would be
necessary to rectify the defect, may defer the rectification of a defect in an aircraft,
which must meet one of the criteria listed in exposition section 2.4.1.
The deferral of the rectification of a defect must be made in the flight technical log for
the aircraft if the defect affects the operation of the aircraft, or if the deferral was
permitted by the minimum equipment list or configuration deviation list for the aircraft.
For any other case, the deferral of the rectification of a defect can be made in the
[continuing airworthiness records system] for the aircraft.
The deferral record must contain a description of the defect, and:
•
a statement of the reasons for the qualified individual’s decision to defer the
rectification of the defect
•
any limitations or conditions mentioned in the ICA, minimum equipment list,
configuration deviation list or airworthiness directive in relation to the deferral
of the rectification of the defect and the operation of the aircraft
•
the signature of the qualified individual with their aircraft engineer licence
number or certification authorisation number
•
the date of the deferral.
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Guidance: This section should set out procedures that the CAMO must follow for ensuring any
follow-up requirements are complied with, final rectification and who is responsible.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The authorised AMO is to ensure all deferred defects are notified to the [CAM or RM]
within [number of hours] of the deferral being certified.
The [CAM or RM] is then responsible to ensure that the deferred defect is tracked to
ensure all follow-up actions are completed within the allowed time of deferral. Once all
follow-up actions are completed, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to contract an AMO
with the capability to rectify the defect.
If follow-up actions cannot be completed within the allowed time of deferral, the [CAM or
RM] is responsible to ensure that an appropriate AMO is informed to ensure the defect
is transferred back to the flight technical log as an open defect in order to restrict flight
operations past the elapsed time of deferral.
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2.5
AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES (AND MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS)
2.5.1
Ensuring compliance with airworthiness directives
(Regulation 42.120 refers)
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure
compliance with the airworthiness directives that are applicable to each aircraft and aeronautical
products fitted to the aircraft. This includes the procedures for monitoring, assessing and
implementing airworthiness directives and the individuals responsible.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
An AD applicable to [AOC name] means:
•
an Australian AD; or
•
an AD issued by the NAA of the State of Design of the aircraft or aeronautical
product.
Notification of ADs issued for [AOC name] aircraft, or an aeronautical product that is part
of, or used in, an [AOC name] aircraft is through being registered on the CASA
subscribed mailing list for ADs and via the notification system of:
•
[list NAA(s) of the State of Design]
•
[list Manufacture(s)].
The [CAM or RM or other, e.g. MPAE] is responsible to monitor and assess all ADs for
applicability and if an AD applies to an [AOC name] aircraft, or an aeronautical product
that is part of, or used in, an [AOC name] aircraft, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to
ensure that the following requirements are complied with in relation to the aircraft or
aeronautical product:
•
the requirements of the AD have been complied with; or
•
the requirements of a means of compliance with the AD, approved by CASA
under paragraphs 39.004 (2) (a) or (3) (a), have been complied with; or
•
the requirements of a means of compliance with the AD, approved by the NAA
that issued the AD, have been complied with; or
•
CASA, in writing, on its own initiative or on a written request by a person,
excluded the particular aircraft or aeronautical product from the operation of
the AD under paragraphs 39.004 (2) (b) or (3) (b).
A record of ADs is maintained in the [computer system name and/or description of hard
copy documents] and includes all information required by exposition section 2.13.5
(information about compliance with ADs).
2.5.2
Other mandatory requirements
Guidance: The CAMO may choose to include a section on how they ensure compliance with
other mandatory requirements, such as regulation amendments and directions from CASA.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The [CAM or RM or QM] is responsible to monitor and assess regulatory amendments
or CASA Directions that may affect the [AOC name] aircraft fleet. For this purpose, the
[CAM or RM or QM] is registered on the CASA subscribed mailing list for any proposed
or implemented changes to regulations.
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If the [CAM or RM or QM] determines that a regulatory change may have an impact on
[AOC name] aircraft, the [CAM or RM] will be responsible to initiate the appropriate
action which may include one or more of the following:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
changes to maintenance, operational procedures or techniques
changes to maintenance program tasks, including escalation or de-escalation
of tasks, addition, modification or deletion of tasks
one-time special maintenance for the fleet
initiation of modifications to aircraft and aeronautical products
changes to provisioning of spare parts for maintenance
changes to manpower and equipment planning for maintenance
training of maintenance personnel.
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2.6
MODIFICATIONS AND REPAIRS
2.6.1
Part 21 approvals for the design of modifications and repairs to aircraft
(Regulation 42.125 refers)
Guidance: This section should include procedures for verification of the Part 21 approval for the
design of modification or repair and assessment of compatibility with the existing aircraft
configuration.
This section should include procedures for seeking design approval from an authorised person
or CASA for a modification or repair that is not covered by an existing approval.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be described.
For aircraft modifications or repairs, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that an
[AOC name] aircraft is not modified or repaired unless:
•
there is a Part 21 approval for the design of the modification, or Part 21
approval for the design of the change involved in the repair; and
•
the modification or repair is compatible with the configuration of the aircraft at
the time the modification is made.
For aircraft modifications, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to liaise with [AOC name] to
obtain AOC operational and financial approval for each proposed modification. The
[CAM or RM] will then liaise with an approved Part 21 organisation to provide the design
approval for the modification and once finalised, the [CAM or RM] will provide the
Part 21 design approval to an appropriate AMO to complete the documented
maintenance actions for the modification.
For aircraft repairs, the contracted AMO is required to contact the CAMO when a repair
is required outside the limits of the approved ICA for an aircraft, aircraft’s engine or
propeller. The [CAM or RM] will then review the data and liaise with an approved Part 21
organisation to provide the design approval for the repair. Once finalised, the [CAM or
RM] will provide the Part 21 design approval for the repair to an appropriate AMO to
complete the documented maintenance actions for the repair.
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2.7
DEALING WITH NON-MANDATORY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUING
AIRWORTHINESS
2.7.1
Ensuring compliance with regulation 42.130
(Regulation 42.130 refers)
Guidance: This section should include a list of the types of ICA that the CAMO shall assess
under regulation 42.130, as well as procedures for monitoring, assessing and implementing
these ICA and who is responsible.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
Non-mandatory ICA for an [AOC name] aircraft, aircraft’s engine or propeller, is when
the instruction requires maintenance to be carried out on the aircraft, aircraft engine or
propeller and the CAMO is not required, by another provision of CASA regulations or by
an airworthiness directive, to comply with the instruction.
Non-mandatory ICA, such as a service bulletin (SB) not mentioned in an AD, are ICA
issued by any of the following:
•
the type certificate holder or foreign type certificate holder for the aircraft,
aircraft engine or propeller
•
the supplemental type certificate holder or foreign supplemental type certificate
holder for the aircraft, aircraft engine or propeller.
An [position, e.g. MPAE] will monitor and assess all ICA issued by the above and will
provide a recommendation for implementation to the [CAM or RM] within [number of
days].
The [CAM or RM] is then responsible to ensure, within the time specified in the
instruction:
•
that the instruction is complied with; or
•
record, in writing, in the continuing airworthiness records system for the
aircraft:
o
information identifying the instruction
o
the reason for not complying with the instruction.
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2.8
LIFE LIMITED AERONAUTICAL PRODUCTS
2.8.1
Replacement of life limited aeronautical products
(Regulation 42.135 refers)
An aeronautical product that is fitted, or is to be fitted, to an aircraft or another
aeronautical product (the second aeronautical product), may have a life limit that is
specified by an amount of use, or an age, after which the aeronautical product must not
be used. This life limit may be specified by:
•
an airworthiness directive; or
•
the approved design for the aircraft; or
•
the approved design for the aeronautical product, or second aeronautical
product.
Note: This section is only applicable to mandatory ‘life’ limits and does not apply to other
time limits for maintenance, such as overhaul and repair.
This life limit may be expressed in a number of ways, including the amount of operating
time, the number of operating cycles or a calendar period. If an aeronautical product that
has a life limit is fitted to an aircraft and the product’s life limit will be reached before, or
would be reached during, the next flight, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that
the aeronautical product is replaced before the flight.
All life limited aeronautical product is identified in the approved maintenance program,
which is loaded into the [computer system name] for the aircraft. The replacement of life
limited items is then scheduled and managed as per exposition section 2.10.3
(compliance with approved maintenance program).
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure that
life limited aeronautical products are removed from the aircraft before the life limit is reached.
This section should include procedures for identifying and monitoring the life limit of aeronautical
products and who is responsible.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be achieved.
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2.9
OPERATIONAL AND EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
(Paragraph 42.030 (2) (d) refers)
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure
compliance with the operational and emergency equipment requirements, including procedures
for identifying the equipment that is required, ensuring that the equipment is fitted to the aircraft
and who is responsible.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The CAMO must ensure that each item of operational or emergency equipment that is
not required by the certification basis for the aircraft, but is required by or under the
CASA regulations for the flight, is fitted to the aircraft prior to it being operated for a
flight.
Normally aircraft are fitted with operational or emergency equipment that is additional to
the equipment required by the type certifications basis for the aircraft. The following are
examples of operational or emergency equipment that are required by or under the
CASA regulations:
•
CAO 20.18 specifies basic operational requirements for aircraft equipment.
However, some of the equipment mentioned in CAO 20.18 may also be
required by type certification basis for the aircraft.
•
CAO 20.11 set out the requirements for emergency and life saving equipment
and CAO 20.4 sets out the requirements for the provision of oxygen and
protective breathing equipment.
•
Regulation 252A of CAR specifies requirement for emergency locator
transmitters and regulation 262AC of CAR specifies requirement for airborne
collision avoidance systems.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that all operational or emergency equipment
that is not required by the certification basis for the aircraft, must be approved for fitment
by an appropriate modification approval as per the requirements of exposition
section 2.5 or section 2.6.
Some of this equipment may not be necessary for all flights. The equipment requirement
for a particular flight, including requirement for any operational and emergency
equipment is normally covered by the MEL for the aircraft, with any defect deferral being
managed as per the requirements of exposition section 2.4.
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2.10
MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
(Chapter 2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
2.10.1 Development of maintenance program
(Regulation 42.140 and chapter 2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that there is an approved maintenance
program for each [AOC name] aircraft before the aircraft is operated for its first flight on
or after the responsibility start date for the CAMO and the aircraft.
The initial maintenance [program or programs] for the [AOC name] fleet of aircraft have
been approved by CASA under regulation 202.185 whereby for Part 42, a reference to
an approved maintenance program for an aircraft is taken to include an approved
system of maintenance for the aircraft approved under CAR 42M.
For any amendment to the maintenance [program or programs] for the [AOC name] fleet
of aircraft, or when additional aircraft are added to the CAMO responsibility, an
authorised maintenance program approval employee (MPAE) will develop the
maintenance [program or programs] in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 2
of the Part 42 MOS, as summarised below:
(a)
General requirements
The maintenance program must be in writing, define the meaning of any unique terms or
acronyms used in the program and contain the records of approval of the program and
any subsequent variations to the program.
(b)
Identification and applicability of the program
The maintenance program must contain the:
(c)
•
type, model, serial number and registration mark of the aircraft covered by the
program
•
type and model of each engine fitted to the aircraft
•
type and model of each propeller fitted to the aircraft
•
type and model of each auxiliary power unit fitted to the aircraft
•
name and address of the registered operator of the aircraft
•
name and approval certificate reference number of the CAMO responsible for
the program.
Instructions for continuing airworthiness (ICA)
The maintenance program must identify, by their latest revision date, the ICA on which
the program is based, including if applicable, the:
(d)
•
aircraft type certificate holder’s MRB report
•
aircraft type certificate holder’s maintenance planning document
•
aircraft maintenance manual.
Aircraft utilisation limitations affecting the validity of the program
The maintenance program must state any limitations that may affect the effectiveness
of the program, or part of the program, for example in relation to:
• total flying hours or total number of flights
•
annual flying hours or annual number of flights
•
average duration of flights.
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(e)
Schedule of maintenance
The maintenance program must include one or more schedules that set out:
• the maintenance to be regularly carried out on the aircraft or an aeronautical
product for the aircraft in accordance with the ‘maintenance requirements’
mentioned in paragraph (f) below
•
any other maintenance to be regularly carried out on the aircraft or an
aeronautical product for the aircraft to ensure the continuing airworthiness and
safe operation of the aircraft.
Each schedule must set out the following for the maintenance mentioned in it:
• a description of the maintenance
• the interval for the maintenance
• the source of the requirement for the maintenance, for example, a requirement
of the MRB, a specific airworthiness directive (AD) requirement, an extended
diversion time operation (EDTO) approval requirement, a company
requirement
• the maintenance data for the maintenance, or a reference to the maintenance
data contained in another document
• if the maintenance program applies to more than 1 aircraft — information that
shows how the maintenance applies to each aircraft
• if the maintenance is required by or under the approved design for the aircraft
or an aeronautical product — information that shows that the maintenance is
required by or under the approved design.
(f)
Maintenance requirements
Maintenance requirements for the schedule of maintenance in paragraph (e) above are:
• either the requirements in the ICA for the aircraft or an aeronautical product for
the aircraft; or requirements in another means of compliance with ICA if the
following applies:
o the program provides another means of compliance with the requirement
in the ICA; or
o non-compliance with the requirement is supported by technical
justification including data derived from an approved reliability program
for the aircraft; or
o CASA is satisfied that non-compliance with the requirement will have no
adverse effect on the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft; and
• either the requirements in the ADs for the aircraft or an aeronautical product
for the aircraft; or requirements in the means of compliance with the ADs as
mentioned in subregulations 39.002 (c) or (d); and
•
(g)
the requirements (if any) of the following approvals:
o an EDTO approval under CAO 82.0
o an Reduced Vertical Separation Minima (RVSM) operational approval
under CAR regulation 181M
o a navigation authorisation under Subpart 91.U.
Schedule of life limited parts
The maintenance program for an aircraft with life-limited parts fitted to it must
include a separate schedule containing the following:
• a description of the parts
• the location of the parts on the aircraft
• the appropriate interval for removal of the parts.
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2.10.2 Arranging for approval of the proposed maintenance program by CASA
(Division 42.J.3 refers)
The [CAM or RM] must apply to CASA for approval of a proposed maintenance
program:
•
for any aircraft being added to operate air transport under the [AOC name]
AOC
•
if the proposed maintenance program does not comply with the requirements
in the ICA for the aircraft, or for an aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft,
that relate to maintenance that is required by the ICA to be carried out on a
regular basis.
As per the requirements of regulation 42.975, an application to CASA for approval of a
proposed maintenance program must:
•
be in writing
•
include a copy of the program
•
if the program does not comply with the requirements in the ICA for the
aircraft, or for an aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, that relate to
maintenance that is required by the ICA to be carried out on a regular basis,
include the technical justification for the non-compliance.
As per paragraph 2.9.2 of the Part 42 MOS, CASA may approve a proposed
maintenance program, or a variation to an approved maintenance program, that does
not comply with a requirement in the ICA that relates to maintenance to be regularly
carried out on the aircraft and aeronautical product if:
•
the program provides another means of compliance with the requirement in the
ICA; or
•
non-compliance with the requirement is supported by technical justification
including data derived from an approved reliability program for the aircraft; or
•
CASA is satisfied that non-compliance with the requirement will have no
adverse effect on the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft.
2.10.3 Compliance with approved maintenance program
(Regulation 42.145 refers)
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure
compliance with the approved maintenance program for each aircraft.
This section should include the detailed procedures for monitoring and scheduling maintenance
tasks and who is responsible.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved when a contracted
AMO carries out the maintenance planning function. If the CAMO carries out the maintenance
planning function, this section should contain more specific processes to be followed.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that maintenance is carried out on the aircraft
as required by the maintenance program for the aircraft.
The approved maintenance program tasks are loaded into the [computer system name]
with the MPAE being responsible to ensure all tasks are loaded correctly.
The AMO is contracted to ensure that their planning department includes all scheduled
maintenance into [planning document, e.g. workpack or task cards], which are then
issued during scheduled maintenance visits as required.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to manage any incomplete scheduled maintenance as
per the requirements of exposition sections 2.3.2 and 2.3.3.
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2.10.4 Updating approved maintenance program
(Regulation 42.150 and Chapter 2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The [CAM or RM or MPAE] is responsible to ensure that the maintenance program for
each aircraft is kept up to date, taking into account any changes to the:
•
ICA for the aircraft and aeronautical products
•
airworthiness directives that apply to the aircraft
•
operation and utilisation of the aircraft
•
configuration of the aircraft
•
requirements in the Part 42 MOS that apply to the maintenance program for
the aircraft.
Whenever an update to ICA occurs (refer exposition section 1.9), the [CAM or RM or
MPAE] will monitor all changes to the requirements in the ICA for the aircraft, or an
aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, that relate to maintenance that is required by
the ICA to be carried out on a regular basis.
If the result of any change is that the approved maintenance program no longer
complies with the requirements, the [MPAE or other position] must, within 90 days after
the occurrence of the change, vary the program so that it complies with the
requirements.
The [CAM or RM or MPAE] is then responsible to ensure that the variation to the
maintenance program is either approved by CASA (refer exposition section 2.10.2) or by
an appropriately authorised MPAE (refer exposition section 2.10.5).
2.10.5 Variations of approved maintenance programs
(Divisions 42.J.4 and 42.J.5 refers)
If a CAMO approves a variation to an approved maintenance program for an aircraft, the
[CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the program is approved on behalf of the
organisation by an individual:
•
who is a MPAE of the organisation
•
whose authorisation as a MPAE permits the employee to approve a
maintenance program for the aircraft.
To approve a proposed variation of an approved maintenance program for an aircraft,
an MPAE must make a record that:
•
identifies the maintenance program to which it relates
•
includes details of the variation to which it relates
•
includes a statement to the effect that the variation is approved
•
includes the name and approval certificate reference number of the CAMO for
the aircraft
•
includes a MPAE signature and the date of the record.
If the CAMO approves a proposed variation to an approved maintenance program, the
organisation must retain, for the period during which the approved maintenance
program is in effect, a copy of the following documents:
•
the approved variation
•
the record of the approval
•
any other documents that support the approval.
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The following are the requirements for the approval of a proposed variation to an
approved maintenance program for an aircraft by an authorised MPAE for the aircraft:
•
the program complies with the requirements in the ICA for the aircraft, and for
aeronautical products fitted to the aircraft, that relate to maintenance that is
required by the instructions to be carried out on a regular basis
•
the program complies with the requirements specified in the Part 42 MOS (as
summarised in exposition section 2.10.1).
In determining compliance with ICA, the maintenance program for an aircraft complies
with the requirements in the ICA for the aircraft and aeronautical products for the aircraft
that relate to maintenance to be regularly carried out on the aircraft and aeronautical
products if the:
•
maintenance is set out in the schedule mentioned in exposition 2.10.1 (e)
•
scope and extent of the maintenance set out in the schedule is not less than
the scope and extent of the maintenance in the ICA
•
maintenance interval set out in the schedule is not less restrictive than the
maintenance interval in the ICA
•
maintenance data set out or referred to in the schedule:
o are the same as the procedures in the ICA for carrying out the
maintenance; or
o have been approved in accordance with exposition section 2.12.
If the variation to an approved maintenance program does not meet all of the above
requirements, it must be approved by CASA as per exposition section 2.10.2.
2.10.6 One-off extensions to a maintenance task interval
(Section 2.10 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
A one-off extension to a maintenance interval may be requested in writing using [Form
Number or other e.g. Request Log] which is then provided to the [CAM or RM or MPAE]
for assessment.
The [CAM or RM or MPAE] may only authorise a one-off extension to a maintenance
interval when the approved maintenance program allows as below:
•
if the ICA for the aircraft or an aeronautical product provide for a one-off
extension to the interval for certain maintenance in the maintenance program,
the maintenance program may provide for a one-off extension to the interval in
accordance with the ICA; or
•
if the ICA do not provide for a one-off extension to the interval for certain
maintenance in the maintenance program, the maintenance program may
provide for a one-off extension to the interval but only in accordance with the
following criteria:
o for intervals expressed in calendar time such as days, months or years,
the maximum permitted extension is 10% of the interval or 3 months,
whichever is lesser
o for intervals expressed in units other than calendar time, the maximum
permitted extension is 10% of the interval, or 200 units of the interval,
whichever is lesser.
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The [CAM or RM or MPAE] is responsible to ensure a one-off extension is not permitted
for any of the following:
•
•
•
maintenance required by or under the approved design for the aircraft or
aeronautical product, for example airworthiness limitation, certification
maintenance requirement
maintenance required by an AD
replacement of life-limited parts.
The [CAM or RM or MPAE] is responsible to ensure that an extension to the interval for
certain maintenance in the maintenance program must not extend the subsequent
occurrence of the maintenance. For example, if as a result of an extension, certain
maintenance having an interval of 1000 hours is carried out at 1050 hours, the
maintenance must next be carried out no later than 950 hours after the previous
maintenance, to preserve the 1000 hour interval.
2.10.7 Direction by CASA to vary approved maintenance program
(Regulation 42.1035 refers)
CASA may direct the CAMO for an aircraft to vary the approved maintenance program
for the aircraft to:
•
include a particular requirement for maintenance in the program; or
•
vary a requirement for maintenance in the program.
The CASA direction must be in writing and will specify the time within which the direction
must be complied with.
The [CAM or RM] is then responsible to ensure that the maintenance program is
amended within the time specified in the direction and either approved by CASA (refer
exposition section 2.10.2) or by the CAMO (refer exposition section 2.10.5).
2.10.8 Engines and propellers
Guidance: If the aircrafts engines or propellers are of sufficient complexity that the CAMO needs
to develop special procedures to ensure their continuing airworthiness this section should set out
those procedures.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The engines and propellers fitted to the [AOC name] fleet have their continuing
airworthiness requirements defined within ICA specified in exposition section 1.9.1 and
are included in each aircraft approved maintenance program.
There are no special procedures that are not included in the approved maintenance
program for each aircraft.
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2.11
ENSURING EFFECTIVENESS OF APPROVED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
(Regulations 42.155 and 42.160 refers)
Guidance: If the CAMO is only managing aircraft that regulation 42.155 does not apply, they may
state that 2.11.1 to 2.11.4 below do not apply (effectiveness is ensured by an analysis program
as per exposition 2.11.5).
2.11.1 Ensuring effectiveness of the maintenance program using approved
reliability program
(Regulation 42.155 and Chapter 3 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
As per regulation 42.155, the aircraft that require a reliability program are the following:
•
a large aircraft, if the approved maintenance program for the aircraft:
o
requires the carrying out of maintenance that was developed using the
specification, known as ‘ATA MSG-3’, published by the Air Transport
Association of America, as in force from time to time; or
o
requires condition monitoring of an aeronautical product or a system of
the aircraft;
•
an aircraft for which an EDTO approval issued under CAO 82.0 is in force;
•
an aircraft, if the ICA for the aircraft require the use of a reliability program for
the aircraft.
As regulation 42.155 applies to [all or aircraft type] aircraft operated by the [AOC name],
the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that there is an approved reliability program
for each [AOC name] aircraft before the aircraft is operated for its first flight on or after
the responsibility start date for the CAMO and the aircraft.
The initial reliability [program or programs] for the [AOC name] fleet of aircraft have
been approved by CASA under regulation 202.186 whereby for Part 42, a reference to
an approved reliability program for an aircraft is taken to include a reliability program
included in an approved system of maintenance for the aircraft approved under
regulation 42M of CAR.
For any amendment to the reliability [program or programs] for the [AOC name] fleet of
aircraft, or when additional aircraft are added to the CAMO responsibility, the [CAM or
RM or other (such as contractor or MPAE)] will develop the reliability [program or
programs] in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 3 of the Part 42 MOS, as
summarised below:
•
general requirements
•
identification and applicability of the program
•
objective of the program
•
identification of items controlled by the program
•
administration of the program
•
data collection
•
performance standards
•
display of information
•
analysis and interpretation of information
•
investigation and corrective action
•
evaluation and review of the program
•
pooling of data.
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2.11.2 Arranging for approval of a reliability program by CASA
(Regulation 42.1045 refers)
Should the [AOC name] add additional aircraft that are to be maintained by the CAMO,
the [CAM or RM] is responsible to apply, in writing, to CASA for approval of a proposed
reliability program for each aircraft. The application must include a copy of the amended
program.
2.11.3 Evaluation and review of the approved reliability program
(Section 3.12 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Guidance: This section may refer to the organisation’s reliability program manual(s) as
applicable, otherwise the evaluation and review process would need to be defined in full below.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure the reliability [program provides or programs
provide] for continuous monitoring of the effectiveness of the maintenance [program or
programs] as a whole. The specific monitoring process and the individuals involved are
described within the approved [name of reliability program manual and section
reference].
The [CAM or RM or other (such as contractor or MPAE)] is responsible for proposing
and preparing any changes to the approved reliability program manual, which would
then be approved as per exposition section 2.11.4 below.
2.11.4 Arranging for approval of a variation of a reliability program by CASA
(Regulation 42.1055 refers)
Should the reliability program require a variation, the [CAM or RM or other (such as
contractor or MPAE)] is responsible to develop the variation in accordance with the
requirements of Chapter 3 of the Part 42 MOS.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to apply, in writing, to CASA for approval of a proposed
variation of an approved reliability program. The application must include a copy of the
variation.
2.11.5 Ensuring effectiveness of the maintenance program by means other than
a reliability program
(Regulation 42.160 refers)
Guidance: If the CAMO is only managing aircraft that regulation 42.155 applies, they may simply
state that 2.11.5 is not applicable (effectiveness is ensured by a reliability program as per
exposition 2.11.1 to 2.11.4).
[AOC name] operates [large aircraft to which regulation 42.155 does not apply and/or,
an aircraft that is authorised to operate under an AOC to which regulation 42.155 does
not apply] and therefore the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure, at least once every
12 months:
•
analyse the effectiveness of the approved maintenance program for the aircraft
in ensuring the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft
•
record in writing:
o
the results of the analysis
o
information that substantiates the results of the analysis.
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Guidance: This section should include details of how the CAMO carries out analysis of the
approved maintenance program and who is responsible.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved, which is adapted
from GM 42.160.
The [RM or other, e.g. MPAE or Reliability Engineer] is responsible to analyse the
following data on a [time-frame] basis:
•
pilot reports
•
flight technical log
•
dispatch reliability data (maintenance and airworthiness related)
•
utilisation and operations (including environmental considerations)
•
modifications and repairs
•
ICA from the type certificate and supplemental type certificate holders
•
major defect reports, service difficulty reports and incident reports, both from
the CAMO and from the world fleet
•
maintenance records, including both aircraft and aeronautical products. In
particular, inspection findings, test results, and defect rectification reports,
including workshop reports for the aeronautical products
•
previous analysis reports;
The [RM or other, e.g. MPAE or Reliability Engineer] analysis and interpretation of the
data is to involve examination of the data for evidence that the maintenance program is
not effective, assessment of all findings with regards to their effect on airworthiness, and
determination of the actions that are required to correct any deficiencies. Examples of
findings that may require variations of the maintenance program include the following:
•
changes to the operations of the aircraft (e.g. a significant increase in
utilisation or moving the aircraft to a new location that has more corrosive
environmental conditions)
•
failures of critical systems and equipment (e.g. in flight engine shut down),
recurring defects (e.g. severe fatigue cracking in similar locations and/or
multiple aircraft) and trends (e.g. increasing failure rates of particular
components)
•
new modifications or repairs that have special ongoing maintenance
requirements;
The [RM or other, e.g. MPAE or Reliability Engineer] is to record the results of the
analysis in a report that covers the full procedure, including details of the data that was
reviewed, the findings, and the recommended actions.
If the results of the analysis carried out as per above indicates that the approved
maintenance program should be varied, the [RM or MPAE] will process the variation as
per exposition section 2.11.6.
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2.11.6 Making changes to the approved maintenance program to ensure program
is effective
(Regulation 42.160 and Section 3.11 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to initiate
changes to the maintenance program that are driven by the reliability program required by
regulation 42.155 or results of analysis carried out under regulation 42.160.
CAMO may delete one of the sections describing regulations 42.155 and 42.160 when not
applicable to the aircraft maintained.
The specific process for reliability program investigation and corrective action as
required by Section 3.11 of the Part 42 MOS is described within the approved [name of
reliability program manual and section reference].
For aircraft not covered by a reliability program, if the results of the analysis carried out
as per exposition section 2.11.5 indicate that the approved maintenance program should
be varied, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that, within 30 days after
completing the analysis:
•
the variation is approved in accordance with exposition section 2.10.5; or
•
an application for approval of the variation has been made to CASA in
accordance with exposition section 2.10.2.
2.11.7 Engines and propellers
Guidance: If the engines or propellers are of sufficient complexity then the CAMO might need to
develop special procedures to ensure the effectiveness of the maintenance program for the
engines or propellers. If that is the case then this section should set out those procedures.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The engines and propellers fitted to the [AOC name] fleet have their continuing
airworthiness requirements defined within ICA specified in exposition section 1.9.1 and
are included in each aircraft approved maintenance program.
There are no special procedures that are not included in the approved reliability program
for each aircraft.
2.12
CREATION OF NEW MAINTENANCE DATA AND CHANGES TO EXISTING
MAINTENANCE DATA
(Section 1.12 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
2.12.1 Need for new maintenance data or changes to existing data
The CAMO may approve new procedures, or changes to existing procedures, for
carrying out particular maintenance on an aircraft or an aeronautical product, if:
•
the maintenance is included, or is to be included, in the maintenance program
for an aircraft for which the CAMO provides continuing airworthiness
management services; and
•
there is no existing maintenance data that includes the procedure for carrying
out the maintenance, or the procedure in the existing maintenance data is
inadequate or inappropriate for the maintenance.
A management representative of an AMO, or any CAMO employee, may make a
request for new maintenance data, which is to be raised on [form number] and sent to
the [CAM or RM] for registering and preliminary review. If it is determined that the
request for new maintenance data is valid, it will be assigned to an authorised MPAE for
development as per exposition section 2.12.2.
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Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to identify the
need for new maintenance data or changes to existing maintenance data and initiate an
application, taking into account the requirements of the Part 42 MOS.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be achieved.
2.12.2 Development of new maintenance data or changes to existing data
Guidance: This section should set out who is responsible and the procedures that the CAMO
must follow to develop new data or changes to existing data in accordance with the
Part 42 MOS.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
On receipt of a request for new maintenance data on [form number], an assigned MPAE
will develop the new maintenance data utilising ICA and/or contract an approved Part 21
organisation to produce the required maintenance data.
The new procedures, or changes to existing procedure must not make any damage or
wear limits, or any inspection or test parameters, less restrictive than those included in
the existing maintenance data for the aircraft or the aeronautical product, unless the
relevant existing maintenance data was originally created by the CAMO.
2.12.3 Assessment and approval of new data or changes to existing data
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that an MPAE, who is authorised to approve
a variation to the maintenance program, has assessed the procedure to ensure that it
provides for safe maintenance practice, airworthy aircraft and serviceable aeronautical
product.
The MPAE must ensure the new or changed procedure is:
•
clearly identified as maintenance data created, or changed, by the CAMO
•
traceable to the approval under which the data is created or changed.
The new maintenance data must be approved as part of the maintenance program, or
changes to the maintenance program, for the aircraft in accordance with exposition
section 2.10.
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2.13
CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS RECORDS
(Subpart 42.N refers)
2.13.1 Continuing airworthiness records system
(Regulation 42.170 refers)
The CAMO has, and will at all times, have a system that is capable of containing the
continuing airworthiness records for the [AOC name] aircraft, and identifies each aircraft
by its:
•
make
•
type and model designation
•
registration mark
•
serial number.
Guidance: This section should set out the significant details of the CAMO’s continuing
airworthiness records system for each aircraft managed by the CAMO, i.e. how the required
information is recorded, kept, retrieved, provided to those who require it (e.g. employees,
maintenance organisation, CASA), protected from loss, damage or accidental alteration in
accordance with the requirements of Subpart 42.N and who is responsible.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The CAMO stores all continuing airworthiness records within [computer system name]
and also maintains hard-copy records with separate folders for each aircraft, engine,
APU and propeller. These hard-copy records are maintained with the technical records
section, with access restricted to the [CAMO positions].
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure continuing airworthiness records system is
maintained as per the requirements of this exposition.
Only the [CAM or RM or QM] can authorise a person to makes a change to a record
made within the continuing airworthiness records system. Any such authorised person
must make the change in a manner that:
•
retains the original record
•
identifies who made the change
•
includes the date the change is made.
2.13.2 Information about aircraft engines and propellers
(Regulation 42.180 refers)
The following information is the required information to be recorded within the continuing
airworthiness records system for an aircraft engine or propeller:
•
its make
•
its type and model designation
•
its serial number.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required information for each of the
aircraft’s engine and propeller is recorded before the aircraft is operated for its first flight
on or after the responsibility start date for the CAMO and the aircraft.
If, on or after the responsibility start date, an aircraft engine or propeller is replaced, the
[CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required information for the replacement
aircraft engine or propeller is recorded before the end of 30 days after the day a CRS is
issued for the aircraft in relation to the maintenance that included the replacement of the
engine or propeller.
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2.13.3 Information about empty weight of aircraft
(Regulation 42.185 refers)
The following information is the required information to be recorded within the continuing
airworthiness records system for the empty weight of an aircraft:
•
the empty weight of the aircraft, determined in accordance with the method set
out in CAO 100.7
•
the position of the centre of gravity on the aircraft when the aircraft is in its
empty weight configuration, determined in accordance with the method set out
in CAO 100.7.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required information for the aircraft is
recorded, and the record of that information is up to date, before the aircraft is operated
for its first flight on or after the responsibility start date for the CAMO and the aircraft.
If, after the aircraft is operated for its first flight, there is a change to:
•
the empty weight of the aircraft; or
•
the position of the centre of gravity on the aircraft when the aircraft is in its
empty weight configuration;
the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the record of the required information is
updated before the aircraft is next operated for flight.
2.13.4 Utilisation information that is used to manage continuing airworthiness
(Regulation 42.190 refers)
The required information to be recorded within the continuing airworthiness records
system is information about the utilisation of the aircraft, or of an aeronautical product
fitted to the aircraft, that the CAMO uses in ensuring that a requirement mentioned in
regulations 42.120, 42.130, 42.135 or 42.145 is met and includes the total time-inservice of:
•
the aircraft
•
each of the aircraft’s engines
•
each of the aircraft’s propellers.
The utilisation information that is used by the CAMO in ensuring that a requirement
mentioned in regulations 42.120, 42.130, 42.135 or 42.145 is met, is described within
the following exposition sections:
•
Section 2.5.1 - Ensuring compliance with ADs (regulation 42.120)
•
Section 2.7 - Dealing with non-Mandatory ICA (regulation 42.130)
•
Section 2.8.1 - Replacement of life limited aeronautical product (regulation
42.135)
•
Section 2.10.3 - Compliance with approved maintenance program (regulation
42.145).
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required information for the aircraft is
recorded, and the record of that information is up to date, before the aircraft is operated
for its first flight on or after the responsibility start date for the CAMO and the aircraft.
If, after the aircraft is operated for its first flight, there is a change to the utilisation
information, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the record of the required
information for the aircraft is updated before the earlier of the following:
•
when a requirement mentioned in regulations 42.120, 42.130, 42.135 or
42.145 is due to be met
•
the end of 3 days after the completion of the flight.
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2.13.5 Information about compliance with ADs
(Regulation 42.195 refers)
The following information is the required information for an airworthiness directive (AD)
that applies to an aircraft, or to an aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft:
•
information identifying the AD
•
if action is required to comply with the AD, when the action is due, or next due,
to be carried out
•
if the requirements of a means of compliance (approved by CASA or NAA that
issued the AD) have been met for the AD in relation to the aircraft or
aeronautical product:
o
when the requirements were last met
o
information identifying that means of compliance
o
if the AD applies to an aeronautical product, the part and serial number
(if any) for the product.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required information for each AD
that, immediately before the responsibility start date, applied to the aircraft or an
aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft is recorded before the aircraft is operated for its
first flight on or after the responsibility start date for the CAMO and the aircraft.
If, on or after the CAMO responsibility start date, an AD becomes applicable to the
aircraft, or to an aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, the [CAM or RM] is
responsible to ensure that the required information for the AD is recorded before the
earlier of the following:
•
when action is due to be carried out to meet the requirements for the AD
•
the end of 30 days after the AD becomes applicable to the aircraft or the
aeronautical product.
If, on or after the CAMO responsibility start date, action is carried out to meet the
requirements for an AD that applies to the aircraft, or to an aeronautical product fitted to
the aircraft, the [CAM or RM] must ensure that the record of the required information for
the AD is updated before the earlier of the following:
•
when action is next due to be carried out to meet the requirements for the AD
(if applicable)
•
the end of 30 days after the day the action is carried out.
2.13.6 Information about compliance with maintenance program
(Regulation 42.200 refers)
The following information is the required information to be recorded within the continuing
airworthiness records system for maintenance that is required by the aircraft’s
maintenance program to be carried out on the aircraft or on an aeronautical product
fitted to the aircraft:
•
•
•
•
•
information identifying the maintenance;
the interval at which the maintenance is required by the aircraft’s maintenance
program to be carried out
if the maintenance relates to an aeronautical product, the part and serial
number (if any) for the aeronautical product
if the maintenance has been carried out, when the maintenance was carried
out
when the maintenance is next due to be carried out.
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The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required information for the aircraft is
recorded, and the record of that information is up to date, before the aircraft is operated
for its first flight on or after the responsibility start date for the CAMO and the aircraft.
If, after the aircraft is operated for its first flight, the maintenance is carried out on the
aircraft or on the aeronautical product, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the
record is updated before the earlier of the following:
•
when maintenance is next due to be carried out on the aircraft, or on an
aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, to comply with regulation 42.145
•
the end of 30 days after a CRS is issued for the aircraft in relation to the
maintenance.
If, after the aircraft is operated for its first flight, there is a change to the aircraft’s
maintenance program in relation to the maintenance, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to
ensure that the record of the required information for the maintenance is updated before
the earlier of the following:
•
when maintenance is due to be carried out on the aircraft, or on an
aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, to comply with regulation 42.145
•
the end of 30 days after the change is made.
If the maintenance relates to an aeronautical product and after the aircraft is operated
for its first flight, the aeronautical product is fitted to the aircraft, the [CAM or RM] is
responsible to ensure that the record is updated before earlier of the following:
•
when maintenance is due to be carried out on the aircraft, or on an
aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, to comply with regulation 42.145
•
the end of 30 days after a CRS is issued for the aircraft in relation to the
maintenance that included the fitting of the aeronautical product.
2.13.7 Information about modifications
(Regulation 42.205 refers)
For a modification made to an aircraft or to an aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft,
the following information is the required information to be recorded within the continuing
airworthiness records system:
•
a description of the modification
•
a reference to the design data used for the modification
•
when the modification is made
•
if the modification relates to an aeronautical product, the part and serial
number (if any) for the product.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required information for each
modification that was made, before the responsibility start date, to the aircraft or an
aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, is recorded before the aircraft is operated for
its first flight on or after the responsibility start date for the person and the aircraft.
If, on or after the responsibility start date, a modification is made to the aircraft or to an
aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that
the required information for the modification is recorded before the end of 30 days after
a CRS is issued for the aircraft in relation to the maintenance that included the
modification.
Guidance: If an organisation is using an AMO approved under an NAA arrangement (as per a
country identified in Chapter 6 of Part 42 MOS), it may be 30 days after a CRS or an equivalent
document issued in accordance with an NAA arrangement mentioned in regulation 42.301.
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2.13.8 Information about aeronautical products with life limits
(Regulation 42.210 refers)
For an aeronautical product that is fitted to an aircraft and that has a life limit, the
following information is the required information to be recorded within the continuing
airworthiness records system:
•
details that identify the aeronautical product, including its part and serial
number (if any)
•
the life limit for the aeronautical product
•
when the aeronautical product is due to be removed from the aircraft.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required information for the aircraft is
recorded, and the record of that information is up to date, before the aircraft is operated
for its first flight on or after the responsibility start date for the CAMO and the aircraft.
If, on or after the responsibility start date, an aeronautical product that has a life limit is
fitted to the aircraft, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the required
information for the aeronautical product is recorded before the earlier of the following:
•
the time that the aeronautical product reaches its life limit
•
the end of 30 days after a CRS is issued for the aircraft in relation to the
maintenance that included the fitting of the aeronautical product to the aircraft.
Guidance: If an organisation is using an AMO approved under an NAA arrangement (as per a
country identified in Chapter 6 of Part 42 MOS), it may be 30 days after a CRS or an equivalent
document issued in accordance with an NAA arrangement mentioned in regulation 42.301.
If, on or after the responsibility start date, a life limit becomes applicable, or there is a
change to the life limit, for an aeronautical product fitted to the aircraft, the [CAM or RM]
is responsible to ensure that the required information for the product is recorded or
updated before the earlier of the following:
•
the time that the product reaches its life limit
•
the end of 30 days after the life limit becomes applicable, or the change to the
life limit is made to the aeronautical product.
2.13.9 Documents that substantiate the information in the continuing
airworthiness records system
(Regulation 42.215 refers)
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure all documents that substantiate the
information recorded under exposition sections 2.13.2 to 2.13.8, are retained as per the
record requirements of exposition section 2.13.15.
Examples of substantiating documents include:
Exposition section
2.13.2 – aircraft engines and propellers
2.13.3 – empty weight of aircraft
2.13.4 – utilisation
2.13.5 – compliance with ADs
2.13.6 – compliance with maintenance program
2.13.7 – modifications
2.13.8 – aeronautical product life limits
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[document name(s)]
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[document name(s)]
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Guidance: Examples of substantiating documents include maintenance records for the aircraft,
authorised release certificate for products, flight technical log entries containing utilisation
information and design approvals containing details of changes aircraft empty weight and
corresponding centre of gravity position. For example, to substantiate the life limit information for
a product the authorised release certificate for the manufacture of the product and the
subsequent removal and installation details of the product may be required.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be described.
2.13.10 Description of the flight technical log
(Regulation 42.220 refers)
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that, at all times, there is a Flight Technical
Log for each [AOC name] aircraft which:
•
includes details identifying the aircraft, including the type, model and
registration mark for the aircraft
•
is capable of containing the documents and information for the aircraft that,
under this exposition, are required to be included in the log.
The [AOC name] Flight Technical Log - [form number] has been developed to contain:
•
details of any defect of which the pilot becomes aware during the operation of
the aircraft, including:
o
any abnormal instrument indication
o
any abnormal behaviour by the aircraft
o
any instance of the exceeding of an operating limit specified in the
aircraft’s flight manual during the first flight.
•
details of any item of operational or emergency equipment that is fitted to the
aircraft and is unserviceable
•
information relating to the deferral of the rectification of a defect in an aircraft if
the defect affects the operation of the aircraft
•
an entry if a part is fitted to the aircraft as permitted by regulation 42.440
•
a CRS in relation to maintenance carried out on the aircraft
•
utilisation information as required by regulation 42.190 (exposition section
2.13.4).
A copy of the Flight Technical Log - [form number] is included in exposition section 6.1.
2.13.11 Availability of the flight technical log
(Regulation 42.225 refers)
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure that
the flight technical log for the aircraft is available to the PIC of the aircraft and to the person who
is carrying out maintenance on the aircraft.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that a flight technical log for the aircraft is
available to:
•
a person who is the PIC of the aircraft while the person is the PIC of the
aircraft
•
a person who is carrying out maintenance on the aircraft while the person is
carrying out the maintenance.
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The [CAM or RM] is then responsible, via the contracted AMO, to ensure that the flight
technical log is located in the aircraft cockpit at all times while undergoing line
maintenance or flight operations. During base maintenance, the flight technical log is to
be located within the associated AMO maintenance control office.
2.13.12 Ensuring information in the flight technical log is recorded
(Paragraph 42.030 (2) (f) and regulations and subregulations 42.245, 42.370,
42.440 (g), 42.760 (2), 42.1075 refers)
An [AOC name] PIC of an aircraft for a flight must ensure that, before the aircraft is next
operated for flight, the following information is recorded in the flight technical log for the
aircraft:
• details of any defect of which the pilot becomes aware during the operation of
the aircraft, including:
o any abnormal instrument indication
o any abnormal behaviour by the aircraft
• any instance of the exceeding of an operating limit specified in the aircraft’s
flight manual during the first flight.
•
utilisation information as per exposition section 2.13.4.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that the flight technical log for the aircraft
records the details of any defect in the aircraft if:
• operation of the aircraft for the flight with the defect is permitted by:
o the minimum equipment list for the aircraft; or
o the configuration deviation list for the aircraft; or
o a special flight permit for the flight; or
•
the defect is in a piece of operational and emergency equipment that is fitted
to the aircraft and is not required by the:
o certification basis for the aircraft
o CASA regulations for operation of the aircraft for the flight (refer Part 90,
the Part 90 MOS, CAR 207 and CAOs 20.4, 20.11 and 20.18).
Defects are to be managed as per exposition section 2.4. If a defect is to be deferred,
an authorised Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) of the contracted AMO
must ensure a record of the deferral of the rectification of a defect is made in the flight
technical log for the aircraft, if:
•
•
•
•
the defect affects the operation of the aircraft; or
the deferral was permitted by the minimum equipment list for the aircraft; or
the deferral was permitted by the configuration deviation list for the aircraft; or
a part is fitted without an authorised release certificate under regulation 42.440
(exposition section 2.16).
The authorised LAME must ensure that the record of deferral in the flight technical log
contains:
• a description of the defect
•
a statement of the reasons for the LAME’s decision to defer the rectification of
the defect
•
any limitations or conditions mentioned in the ICA, MEL, CDL for the aircraft,
or an AD, in relation to the deferral of the rectification of the defect and the
operation of the aircraft
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•
if a part is fitted under regulation 42.440, a record is made that, within 36 flight
hours after it is fitted the CAMO for the aircraft must obtain an authorised
release certificate for the part or the part must be removed.
Once all maintenance is rectified (or deferred as per above), the contracted AMO must
ensure a CRS is issued as per exposition section 2.3, which must be included in the
flight technical log for the aircraft on which the maintenance was carried out.
2.13.13 Instructions for recording information in the flight technical log
(Paragraph 42.030 (2) (e) and regulations and subregulations 42.245, 42.370,
42.440 (g), 42.760 (2), 42.1075 refers)
Guidance: This section should include detailed instructions for individuals on how to record
information on the flight technical log. Such procedures may be included in the flight technical log
or in the AOC holder operations manual and referenced here.
If the complete flight technical log or part of the log is in electronic format, this section should set
out how the information is recorded in the flight technical log during and after the flight.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
The detailed instructions for use of the flight technical log are included in the flight
technical log folder, which is accessible by pilots and maintenance staff as required.
2.13.14 Recording of utilisation information by means other than flight technical
log
(Regulations 42.250 and 42.255 refers)
Guidance: If the organisation records (or intends to record) the utilisation information required
under regulation 42.190 by means other than the flight technical log (such as by using aircraft
communication addressing and reporting system [ACARS]) then this section should include
procedures for gaining approval from CASA for this purpose, procedures that the CAMO must
follow to ensure the required information is recorded in accordance with the approval and who is
responsible.
If the CAMO/AOC holder has existing approvals related to this subject then a reference to these
approvals should be included in this section.
Blue sample text below provides an example if only the flight technical log is used.
[AOC name] utilises the flight technical log for recording utilisation information required
by regulation 42.190 and therefore approval of another means of recording utilisation
under regulation 42.250 is not applicable.
2.13.15 Retention of continuing airworthiness records
(Regulation 42.260 refers)
The CAMO’s continuing airworthiness records system will ensure that the records
required to be maintained:
•
are written in a legible form in English
•
will remain legible for the time for which the record is required to be kept
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are retrievable
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are kept in a manner that protects the record from being lost, damaged or
accidentally altered.
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The CAMO will retain continuing airworthiness records for the following periods, starting
from the date the CAMO created the document, or if not created by the CAMO, the date
the record was received from another party.
Item
Record or Document
End Date
1
A document kept under regulation 42.215 for the
aircraft (exposition sections 2.13.2 to 2.13.8)
The date that the information
substantiated by the document is
superseded by other information
2
A copy of a maintenance record, that is not
covered by item 1, for maintenance carried out on
the aircraft
1 year after the creation date for the
maintenance record
3
A copy of a document that:
(a) is equivalent to a maintenance record for
maintenance carried out on the aircraft; and
(b) is issued under a law of a foreign country; and
(c) is not covered by item 1
4
A certificate of release to service, or an equivalent
document issued in accordance with an NAA
arrangement mentioned in regulation 42.301, for
the aircraft in relation to maintenance carried out
on the aircraft
5
A record of information:
(a) that is made in the flight technical log for an
aircraft in accordance with Part 42
(b) that is not covered by item 1, 2 or 4
6
A copy of the design of a modification or repair
that is unique to the aircraft
1 year after the creation date for the
document
The later of the following:
(a) 1 year after the date of issue of
the certificate or equivalent document
(b) the date a certificate of release to
service or equivalent document is
next issued for the aircraft in relation
to maintenance carried out on the
aircraft
1 year after the creation date for the
record
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2.13.16 Transfer of continuing airworthiness records
(Regulation 42.265 refers)
If the [AOC name] CAMO ceases to be the CAMO responsible for continuing
airworthiness for an aircraft and another CAMO becomes responsible, within 30 days
after the [AOC name] CAMO ceases to be responsible, the [CAM or RM or QM] is
responsible to ensure that the continuing airworthiness records for the aircraft are
provided to the new CAMO.
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2.14
MAJOR DEFECTS
2.14.1 Reporting major defects on aircraft
(Regulation 42.270 refers)
Guidance: This section should define what defects are considered to be ‘major defects’.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be described (extract from Civil
Aviation Advisory Publication 51-1 whereby non-relevant items should be deleted).
A major defect in relation to an aircraft is defined in the CASR dictionary as a defect of
such a kind that it may affect the safety of the aircraft or cause the aircraft to become a
danger to persons or property.
The following are considered to be representative examples of major defects on aircraft:
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fires during flight, whether or not the related fire warning system operated
correctly
false fire warning during flight
smoke, toxic or noxious fumes inside the aircraft
an engine exhaust system that causes damage during flight to the engine,
adjacent structure, equipment or components
unscheduled engine shut-down
inability to shut-down an engine or to control thrust
fuel system malfunction affecting fuel supply and distribution
significant contamination or leakage of fuel, oil or other fluids
use of incorrect fuel, oil or other fluids
malfunction, stiffness, slackness or limited range of movement of any flight
controls
significant failure or malfunction of the instrument, electrical, hydraulic,
pneumatic, ice-protection, radio, navigation system or emergency equipment or
a defect that could cause such a failure
any malfunction, failure or defect that affects or could affect the performance of
any system or component essential to the safe operation of the aircraft
separation of any part of an aircraft, which may become a hazard to the aircraft
or persons
cracks or corrosion in the primary structure
failures in digital computer based equipment and systems, categorised as critical
or essential (i.e. level A or B software), and the digital computer software used in
this equipment, or system which is software whose anomalous behaviour, would
cause or contribute to a failure of system function resulting in a hazardous
condition for the aircraft
a defect causing uncontrollable cabin pressure
malfunction of systems or components, or a defect that could cause such a
malfunction - including auxiliary power units, essential to the safe operation of
those aircraft approved for extended diversion time operations irrespective of the
type of operation being, or intended to be, conducted
inability to feather or unfeather a propeller
landing gear failing to extend or retract, or uncommanded opening or closing of
landing gear doors during flight
brake system defects that result in inability or reduction in ability to brake when
the aircraft is in motion on the ground
on a multi-engine helicopter, loss of drive from one engine
failure of helicopter driveline components.
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As per regulations 42.380 and 42.390, if an AMO is carrying out maintenance on an
[AOC name] aircraft becomes aware of a major defect in the aircraft, the AMO must
report the defect to the [CAM or RM].
Note: As per regulation 42.385, if an AMO is carrying out maintenance on an
aeronautical product and becomes aware of a major defect in the aeronautical product,
the AMO must report the defect to CASA.
If the CAMO becomes aware of a major defect in an [AOC name] aircraft, the [CAM or
RM or QM] must, within 2 days after becoming aware of the defect, report the defect in
writing to CASA using CASA Form 404 (Service Difficulty Report) or by using the CASA
SDR online reporting system.
The [CAM or RM or QM] is also responsible to report the major defect to the following
(as applicable):
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if the defect does not relate to a modification, the type certificate holder or
foreign type certificate holder for the aircraft
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if the defect relates to a modification made to the aircraft that is covered by a
supplemental type certificate for the aircraft, the supplemental type certificate
holder or foreign supplemental type certificate holder for the aircraft
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if the defect relates to a part produced in accordance with an Australian Parts
Manufacturer Approval, the holder of the Australian Parts Manufacturer Approval
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if the defect relates to a part produced in accordance with a Parts Manufacturer
Approval issued by the FAA, the holder of the Parts Manufacturer Approval
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if the defect relates to a modification made in accordance with a design covered
by any of the following approvals—the holder of the approval:
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a modification/repair design approval
o
an approval granted in accordance with a method specified in a
legislative instrument issued under regulation 21.475
o
an approval that continues in force under regulations 202.054, 202.055 or
202.056.
2.14.2 Investigation of major defects on aircraft
(Regulation 42.275 refers)
If the CAMO becomes aware of a major defect in an [AOC name] aircraft, the [CAM or
RM or QM] must:
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investigate the cause of the defect
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give CASA a report containing the findings of the investigation within 14 days
after completing the investigation.
2.14.3 Providing further information in relation to major defects
(Regulations 42.280 and 42.285 refers)
If CASA receives a report about a major defect under regulation 42.270, CASA may, by
notice in writing, require the person who made the report to give CASA:
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further information in relation to the major defect within a period specified in the
notice; or
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any document or other thing in the possession, or under the control, of the
CAMO that relates to the defect.
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If any party other than CASA mentioned in exposition section 2.14.1 receives a report
about a major defect under regulation 42.270, that party may, by notice in writing,
require the person who made the report to give further information in relation to the
major defect.
The notice must specify the period within which the further information must be provided
and the period specified in the notice must be at least 14 days from the date of the
request. The [CAM or RM or QM] is responsible to ensure that the CAMO complies with
the notice.
2.14.4 Retention of parts that are subject to major defects
(Regulation 42.280 refers)
If CASA receives a report about a major defect under regulation 42.270, CASA may, by
notice in writing, require the person who made the report:
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to keep the aircraft, or the part of the aircraft that is defective, in a state that will
allow CASA to investigate the defect; or
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to give to CASA any aeronautical product in the possession, or under the control,
of the CAMO that relates to the defect.
If CASA notifies the CAMO of one of the above requests, the [CAM or RM or QM] will
liaise with the appropriate AMO to either quarantine the aircraft, or part of the aircraft in
accordance with their Part 145 exposition procedures, or to provide CASA with the
aeronautical product.
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for retention of
parts that are subject to major defects in accordance with the requirements of regulation 42.280,
including who is responsible.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be described.
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2.15
DEALING WITH UNAPPROVED PARTS
2.15.1 Control of unapproved parts
(Regulation 42.475 refers)
Guidance: Parts are generally controlled by AMO’s therefore any unapproved part is likely to be
discovered by an AMO.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how the CAMO/AMO interaction for unapproved
parts may be described.
Parts for [AOC name] aircraft are generally managed by an AMO and therefore the
following requirements are to be managed by the contracted AMO that becomes aware
of an unapproved part. However, if the CAMO is the first to become aware of an
unapproved part, the [CAM or RM or QM] is responsible to ensure that the following is
carried out by an appropriate AMO.
If an AMO becomes aware that a part is unapproved, the AMO must ensure that the
following steps are taken within 2 days after the AMO first became aware that the part
was unapproved.
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applying a label, or attaching a tag, to the part recording the following:
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sufficient information to identify the part, including the part’s name, part
number and serial number (if any)
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that the part is unapproved
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the origin of the part, including any information about the aircraft or
aeronautical product from which the part has been removed, if relevant
and if known to the person
o
the reason that the part is unapproved
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storing the part, and any documents that accompanied the part, separately from
serviceable aeronautical products and in a secure location
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making a report about the part in accordance with exposition section 2.15.2.
2.15.2 Reporting unapproved parts
(Regulation 42.480 refers)
If an unapproved part has been identified as per exposition section 2.15.1, the AMO
must within 2 days after becoming aware of the defect, report the defect in writing to
CASA using CASA Form 404 (Service Difficulty Report) or by using the CASA SDR
online reporting system.
The AMO is also responsible to report the unapproved part to the following (as
applicable):
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if the AMO knows that the part was fitted to an aircraft or aeronautical product,
the type certificate holder or foreign type certificate holder for the aircraft or
aeronautical product
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if the AMO knows that the part was fitted to an [AOC name] aircraft, the [AOC
name] CAMO.
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2.15.3 Providing further information in relation to unapproved parts
(Regulation 42.485 refers)
If CASA receives a report about an unapproved part under Regulation 42.480, CASA
may, by notice in writing require the person who made the report to give CASA further
information in relation to the part within a period specified in the notice.
The AMO and/or CAMO (as appropriate) will provide the further information to CASA
within the timeframe specified in the notice.
2.15.4 Disposal of unapproved parts
(Regulations 42.485 and 42.490 refers)
If CASA receives a report about an unapproved part under regulation 42.480, CASA
may, under paragraph 42.485 (1) (b), provide notice in writing telling the person who
made the report that the part does not have to be kept.
If CASA has given the [AOC name] CAMO or its contracted AMO notice under
paragraph 42.485 (1) (b) in relation to a part, the notified person must, within 2 days
after receiving the notice:
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if the person is not the owner of the part, give the part to the owner of the part; or
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store the part, and any documents that accompanied the part, separately from
serviceable aeronautical products and in a secure location; or
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mutilate the part, or arrange for the part to be mutilated, in a manner that
ensures that the part cannot be used in aviation.
If the owner of a part is the CAMO, the [CAM or RM] will liaise with the associated AMO
to determine which of the above actions is taken. If the part is returned to the CAMO as
the owner of the part, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that, within 2 days of
receiving the part, one of the following actions will be taken:
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store the part separately from serviceable aeronautical products and in a secure
location; or
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mutilate the part, or arrange for the part to be mutilated, in a manner that
ensures that the part cannot be used in aviation.
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2.16
DEALING WITH AERONAUTICAL PRODUCTS FITTED UNDER REGULATION
42.440
Guidance: The CAMO may choose to not utilise regulation 42.440, whereby this should be
stated instead of the below procedures which are required if utilising regulation 42.440.
2.16.1 Installation of parts for which there is no authorised release certificate
(Regulation 42.440 refers)
The [CAM or RM or QM] is the only person authorised to approve the installation of a
part for which there is no authorised release certificate. In order for the [CAM or RM or
QM] to grant such approval, it must be for a part:
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on which maintenance has not been carried out since its manufacture, and that
has not been used in an aircraft since its manufacture; or
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on which maintenance has been carried out, and that has not been used in an
aircraft since the maintenance was carried out; and
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the part is to be fitted by an individual carrying out maintenance on behalf of a
Part 145 organisation; and
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the aircraft is grounded at a location that is not the [AOC name] main location;
and
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the aircraft is grounded because of a defect in the aircraft that cannot be rectified
without fitting a part of that kind; and
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the part is accompanied by a document that includes all of the following:
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o
states that the part is serviceable
o
identifies the organisation that issued the document
o
includes details of the national aviation authority under whose authority
the document was issued; and
an entry is made in the aircraft’s flight technical log that, within 36 flight hours
after it is fitted:
o
the CAMO for the aircraft must obtain an authorised release certificate for
the part; or
o
the part must be removed.
2.16.2 Ensuring compliance with regulation 42.165
(Regulation 42.165 refers)
If an aeronautical product is fitted to an aircraft as permitted by regulation 42.440 (refer
exposition section 2.16.1), the CAMO must, within 36 flight hours after it is fitted:
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obtain an authorised release certificate for the product; or
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ensure that the product is removed from the aircraft.
The [CAM or RM or QM] is responsible to ensure that any fitment of an aeronautical
product under regulation 42.440 is managed as per exposition section 2.4.2 (Operation
of aircraft without rectification of defect).
Guidance: This section should include the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure
compliance with regulation 42.165, including who is responsible.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be described.
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2.17
SPECIAL OPERATIONAL APPROVALS
2.17.1 Management of special operational approvals
(Paragraph 2.8.1 (c) of the Part 42 MOS, CAO 82.0, CAR 181M and Subpart
91.U refers)
Guidance: This section should include the procedures the CAMO must follow to meet their
obligations, including liaising with the operational department of the airline, procedures for
development and implementation of relevant continuing airworthiness requirements for special
operational approvals and who is responsible.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be described.
There are currently no special operational approvals issued for [AOC name] aircraft.
Should a special operational approval be required in the future, the [CAM or RM or QM]
will liaise with the [AOC name] [position] to ensure this exposition is updated to include
procedures for development and implementation of relevant continuing airworthiness
requirements for any of the following operational approvals:
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an EDTO approval under CAO 82.0
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an RVSM operational approval under CAR 181M
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a navigation authorisation under Subpart 91.U.
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2.18
SPECIAL FLIGHT PERMITS
(Regulations 42.115 and 21.197 refers)
2.18.1 Application for special flight permits
As per regulation 21.197, a special flight permit may be issued for one or more of the
following purposes for an aircraft that may not currently meet the applicable
airworthiness requirements, but can reasonably be expected to be capable of safe flight
for the intended purpose:
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flying the aircraft to a base where repairs, alterations, or maintenance are to be
performed, or to a point of storage
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delivering or exporting the aircraft
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production flight testing new production aircraft
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evacuating the aircraft from areas of impending danger
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conducting customer demonstration flights in new production aircraft that have
satisfactorily completed production flight tests
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assisting in searching for, bringing aid to or rescuing persons in danger on a
particular occasion
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assisting in dealing with a state of emergency.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to coordinate with the [AOC name] [AOC position, e.g.
Head of Flight Operations] prior to any application being made for a special flight permit.
If agreed with the [AOC name] [AOC position], the [CAM or RM] will make an application
to CASA (or an authorised delegate) for a special flight permit on CASA Form 725,
indicating the following:
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the purpose or purposes of the flight
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the proposed itinerary
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the crew required to operate the aircraft and its equipment, for example, pilot, copilot, navigator
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the ways, if any, in which the aircraft does not comply with the applicable
airworthiness requirements
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any restriction the applicant considers necessary for safe operation of the aircraft
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any other information that CASA or the authorised person reasonably needs to
be able to prescribe operating limitations or other conditions in the interests of
aviation safety.
Note: CASA (or authorised delegate) may make, or require the applicant to make,
appropriate inspections or tests necessary to determine whether the aircraft can
reasonably be expected to be capable of safe flight for the intended purpose or
purposes.
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2.18.2 Ensuring compliance with the special flight permit
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow to ensure an
aircraft operated under a special flight permit is operated within the limits specified in the special
flight permit.
When a special flight permit (SFP) is issued by CASA (or authorised delegate), the
[CAM or RM] will review the SFP to ensure that the [AOC name] can comply with all of
the conditions for the flight. This will include ensuring that all relevant personnel (AOC,
CAMO and AMO) are provided a copy of the SFP and are briefed on any significant
conditions included on the SFP.
The [CAM or RM] is to also formally request that the AMO include a copy of the SFP in
the flight technical log of the aircraft.
Once an SFP is issued, the flight operations must be strictly in accordance the SFP and
therefore any change in the information provided during the SFP application (refer
exposition section 2.18.1) must be advised to CASA (or authorised delegate) who
issued the SFP. CASA (or authorised delegate) may then either:
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advise that the issued SFP is still valid; or
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amend the issued SFP to include the new information; or
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request that a new application is made due to the significance of the changes to
the previous information provided.
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PART 3
QUALITY SYSTEM
(Section 1.13 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Guidance: If the CAMO’s quality system is part of the corporate quality system, then this section may
refer to the corporate quality system fully or partially. However, if this approach is taken then the
corporate quality system must be capable of meeting the requirements of the Section 1.13 of the
Part 42 MOS and should address the requirements of the sections below.
3.1
QUALITY POLICY
(Subsection 1.13.1 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The CAMO has a documented quality system that requires carrying out of independent
audits to monitor the:
3.2
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CAMO’s compliance with Part 42, the Part 42 MOS and this exposition
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adequacy of the CAMO’s procedures in providing continuing airworthiness
management services in accordance with Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS
•
standard of maintenance being carried out on the aircraft meets the
requirements of Part 42 and Part 145.
QUALITY AUDIT PLAN
(Subsection 1.13.2 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The CAMO QM is responsible for developing and maintaining the CAMO’s quality audit
plan. The audit plan is approved by the [AM or QM] and is kept [location].
The CAMO audit plan consists of [a one-off annual audit that is or progressive audits
that are] to ensure the following items are audited once every 12 months:
3.3
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the CAMO’s compliance with Part 42, the Part 42 MOS and this exposition
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the adequacy of the CAMO’s procedures in providing continuing airworthiness
management services in accordance with Part 42 and the Part 42 MOS
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the standard of maintenance being carried out on the aircraft meets the
requirements of Part 42 and Part 145.
QUALIFICATION AND INDEPENDENCE OF AUDITORS
(Subsection 1.13.3 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
CAMO audits must only be carried out by individuals who are independent of the items
being audited and who have:
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comprehensive knowledge of the CAMO’s exposition
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knowledge of the regulations and standards applicable to continuing
airworthiness of aircraft
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successfully completed a course in quality audit that is at least equivalent to the
type of course required for a person to gain certification as a quality auditor.
It is expected that the QM will perform all internal and external quality audits, however a
qualified individual meeting the above requirements may also be assigned/contracted to
perform quality audits as determined necessary by the QM.
The QM will assess that each auditor meets the above requirements prior to assigning
them to an audit and a written record of this assessment will be maintained in the
training file of each authorised auditor.
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For a contracted auditor, the above assessment is considered appropriate for an auditor
to be assigned to conduct an audit individually. For a part-time auditor assigned from
internal departments, the auditor will be required to complete audits under supervision
of the QM until deemed competent to conduct an audit individually.
Guidance: Depending on the size and complexity of the organisation, quality auditors could be
the QM only, permanent auditor staff, contracted auditors or auditors assigned from within the
business group (e.g. AOC or AMO). Blue sample text above provides an example of how this
may be described.
3.4
RECORDING AND REPORTING OF ALL AUDIT FINDINGS
(Subsection 1.13.1 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
Guidance: While regulations do not prescribe who should approve audit findings prior to
distribution, the blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be described.
For each CAMO audit completed, the assigned auditor will record all audit findings
within [name of document(s) and/or computer system]. All audit findings must then be
approved by the QM prior to distribution.
The audit findings will be assigned to the manager of the area or process audited, which
would be either the RM, CAM or AM. In addition, a copy of the audit findings must
always be provided to the AM regardless of who it is assigned to.
3.5
IMPLEMENTATION OF CORRECTIVE AND PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS
(Subsections 1.13.1 and 1.13.4 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The manager of the area or process audited is responsible for the implementation of
corrective and preventative actions for any deficiencies identified in the audit findings.
Taking into consideration the significance of the findings, corrective actions are to be
completed within [number of days], while preventive actions are to be completed within
[number] days.
If corrective and preventative action is not able to be completed within the specified time
above, the QM may be requested to provide an extension of time. Any such extension
request must include appropriate justification. The QM may grant an extension of up to
[number] days, while any time longer than this must be approved by the AM.
Guidance: The CAMO must ensure any corrective and preventative action, in relation to
deficiencies identified in the audit findings, is implemented in a timely manner.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be achieved.
3.6
PROVISION OF FEEDBACK TO THE QUALITY MANAGER
(Subsection 1.13.1 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The manager of the area or process audited is responsible for the provision of feedback
to the QM about the corrective and preventative action implemented.
All corrective and preventive action will be documented within [name of document(s)
and/or computer system].
The QM is required to review and approve the actions implemented and should the QM
consider any corrective or preventive action provided to not be appropriate to prevent
re-occurrence of the original deficiency, the RM of the area or process audited will be
required to re-submit further action before the audit finding is considered closed.
Guidance: As regulations do not prescribe what the QM must do with the feedback received, the
blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be described.
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3.7
RECORDS RELATING TO AUDITS
(Subsections 1.13.5 and 1.13.6 of the Part 42 MOS refers)
The QM must keep records containing the following information in relation to the audit:
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the scope and contents of the audit
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when the audit was carried out
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the identity of each individual performing the audit
•
the findings of the audit
•
details of preventive and corrective actions implemented for any deficiencies
identified in the findings of the audit.
The records above are stored in [the location] and must be kept for at least 2 years from
the date the audit was conducted.
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PART 4
AIRWORTHINESS REVIEWS
(Subpart 42.I refers)
4.1
AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW
4.1.1
Ensuring airworthiness review is carried out as and when due
(Subparagraph 42.030 (2) (c) (ii) refers)
All aircraft that are authorised to operate under [AOC name] must have an airworthiness
review certificate (ARC) issued by an authorised ARE of the [AOC name] CAMO.
The basis of the ARC is the periodic airworthiness review conducted by an ARE, which
includes examining the aircraft continuing airworthiness records and performing a
physical survey of the aircraft. The ARC remains in force for three years beginning on
the day it is issued.
Guidance: The above is written as 3 years duration for an ARC due to a proposed regulatory
change of deleting extensions under Division 42.I.3 – refer also exposition section 4.3.2.
If the proposed regulatory change is not implemented, this section should state:
The ARC remains in force for one year beginning on the day it is issued, or if the ARC is
extended as per exposition section 4.3.2, the ARC remains in force for no more than one year
starting immediately after the ARC is due to expire.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure that all aircraft operated by [AOC name] have
a current ARC for the aircraft prior to any flight.
A register containing all ARC validity dates is maintained by the [CAM or RM] and an
ARE will be assigned to re-issue an aircraft ARC within 90 days of the ARC expiry date.
Should an ARC become invalid for any reason, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to
ensure an entry is made in the flight technical log of the aircraft that the aircraft is not
permitted to fly until the ARC is re-issued.
Guidance: This section should demonstrate how the CAMO ensures an airworthiness review is
carried out on each aircraft as and when it is due and identify the individual responsible for
managing this.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be achieved.
4.1.2
Airworthiness review procedures – review of continuing airworthiness
records
(Subregulation 42.900 (2) refers)
Prior to issuing an ARC for an aircraft, an authorised ARE of the CAMO must examine
the continuing airworthiness records for the aircraft to determine whether the
requirements of exposition section 2.13 are met.
[name of position or subcontractor] may assist the airworthiness review process by
[summary of task(s)], however the assigned ARE retains the overall responsibility for the
review, including assessing the adequacy of the information presented to them.
The following defines the specific records to be verified by the ARE, the process of how
this will be verified and where applicable, provides a sample size for the records review.
If discrepancies are found during the sample check, further investigation should be
carried out to the extent necessary to determine the level of inaccuracy in the records.
Each time a review is carried out, a different set of samples should be selected to
ensure over time a wide range of maintenance tasks are checked.
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(a) Utilisation
Verify the details of the utilisation of the [airframe and engine or airframe, engine and
propellers] of the aircraft have been recorded in accordance with exposition section
2.13.4. The ARE process is as follows:
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the utilisation records should be examined to the extent necessary to determine
if the information is up to date and accurate
•
this includes sampling flight operations logs to ensure utilisation is correctly
recorded on a daily basis and comparing flight logs with data entered into the
[computerised system name]. The sample size should be at least [number%] of
the total number of flight operations logs completed or [number] flights,
whichever is lower.
Guidance: Process for recording utilisation may vary between organisations.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be achieved.
(b) Maintenance program requirements
Verify that maintenance required by the maintenance program for the aircraft has been
carried out in accordance with the maintenance program as per exposition section
2.13.6. The ARE process is as follows:
•
The records should be examined to determine whether each maintenance task
due to be carried out in accordance with the aircraft’s maintenance program has
been carried out;
•
[If or As] the record of compliance with the maintenance program is kept in the
[computerised system name], then a report generated by this system may be
used to comply with this requirement as the report clearly shows when the
maintenance was last carried out, when it is next due and highlight any overdue
task;
•
For each maintenance task that is mandatory under the aircraft’s type design
approval ([relevant ICA examples, such as airworthiness limitation and
certification maintenance requirements]), documents that substantiate that the
maintenance has been carried out should be examined to verify that information
kept is correct;
•
For all other maintenance tasks that are not mandatory under the aircraft’s type
design approval, a sample of maintenance tasks should be selected and the
documents that substantiate that the maintenance has been carried out should
be examined to verify that information kept is correct. The sample should include
a range of maintenance tasks carried out at various intervals. The sample size
should be at least 5% of the total number of maintenance tasks carried out or 50
maintenance tasks, whichever is lower.
•
Documents that substantiate maintenance has been carried out include:
o maintenance records for maintenance carried out on the aircraft
o copies of authorised release certificates for aeronautical products
o log books for products such as [engines or engines and propellers]
o log cards for landing gear.
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(c) Critical control system maintenance
Verify that critical control system maintenance recorded in the records has been dealt
with in accordance with Division 42.D.5. The ARE process is as follows:
•
•
As per Division 42.D.5, critical control system maintenance requires an
independent individual to verify that the part of the aircraft control system on
which the maintenance was carried out is assembled and configured in
accordance with the maintenance data and that the aircraft control system is
functioning correctly. The individual is then required to record the following
information in the maintenance records:
o information identifying the critical control system maintenance to which the
verification related
o the individual’s name, signature and licence or certification authorisation
number
o the date the verification was performed.
As a minimum, 5 instances of critical control system maintenance carried out on
the aircraft in the past 12 months should be selected as the sample size.
However, if the extent of critical control system maintenance carried out on the
aircraft in the past 12 months is not sufficient for 5 samples then all the instances
of critical control system maintenance should be included in the review.
(d) Defect rectification
Verify that defects in the aircraft have been rectified in accordance with exposition
section 2.4.1. The ARE process is as follows:
•
Examine the aircraft’s continuing airworthiness record system to determine
whether there is any defect in the aircraft that needs rectification before flight
•
Defects that require rectification before flight should be rectified before the issue
of an airworthiness review certificate.
(e) Deferral of defects
Verify that the rectification of defects in the aircraft have been deferred in accordance
with exposition section 2.4.2. The ARE process is as follows:
•
Examine the existing deferred defects as recorded in the aircraft’s continuing
airworthiness record system to determine whether deferral of rectification has
been done correctly.
(f) Airworthiness Directives (AD)
Verify that the requirements for each AD that applies to the aircraft or an aeronautical
product fitted to the aircraft have been complied with as per exposition section 2.13.5.
The ARE process is as follows:
•
Examine documents that substantiate each AD has been complied with to verify
that information kept is correct. Examples of documents that may substantiate an
AD has been complied with include:
o maintenance records for maintenance carried out on the aircraft
o copies of authorised release certificates for aeronautical products (verify
correct part number and serial number)
o log books for products such as engines and propellers
o where an AD requires compliance with requirements contained in another
document such as a SB, a record of compliance with that SB.
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(g) Modifications
Verify that if a modification has been made to the aircraft there is a Part 21 approval for
the design of the modification as per exposition section 2.13.7. The ARE process is as
follows:
•
Examine all records of modifications to determine whether there is a Part 21
approval for each design of the modification (a modification includes a repair that
involves change to the approved design of the aircraft).
(h) Aeronautical product life limits
Verify that the life limit of each aeronautical product that is fitted to the aircraft is
recorded as per exposition section 2.13.8. The ARE process is as follows:
•
Examine the records of all life limited parts to determine whether each life limited
part has been correctly identified by part number, serial number and whether the
life limit has been exceeded for any of the parts.
(i) Reserved
(j) Weight and balance
Verify that the empty weight of the aircraft and the position of the centre of gravity on the
aircraft when the aircraft is in its empty weight configuration is recorded and is up to
date as per exposition section 2.13.3. The ARE process is as follows:
•
Examine the record of the aircraft’s empty weight and centre of gravity position
to ensure it has been determined in accordance with the method set out in CAO
100.7 and determine if it is consistent with all the changes made to weight and
centre of gravity position since the last weighing of the aircraft
•
All changes made to the weight and centre of gravity position should be
substantiated by documents such as a modification approval and an equipment
list for the aircraft.
(k) Approved design
Verify that the aircraft complies with its approved design and is recorded as per
exposition section 2.13.2 for the [aircraft and engine or aircraft, engine and propeller]
and section 2.13.7 in relation to modifications made to the aircraft. The ARE process is
as follows:
•
4.1.3
Examine the aircraft’s records to determine whether the aircraft’s configuration
as recorded complies with the specification mentioned in type certificate data
sheet (TCDS) for the [aircraft and engine or aircraft, engine and propeller]. Any
variation of configuration from TCDS should be supported by a Part 21 approval.
Airworthiness review procedures – physical survey of aircraft
(Subregulation 42.900 (3) refers)
The physical survey of the aircraft must be carried out by an authorised ARE, who is
responsible to coordinate with the maintenance management of the authorised Part 145
AMO in order to gain appropriate access to the aircraft.
If the survey involves maintenance actions, such as opening access panels, testing or
operating a particular system of the aircraft, then such maintenance must be carried out
by the authorised Part 145 AMO who will record and perform the maintenance
certification and issue a CRS at the completion of the aircraft survey.
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Under all circumstance, the ARE remains responsible for carrying out the physical
survey and for determining whether the following requirements are met:
•
markings that are required, by or under Part 45 and Part 90 or by the aircraft’s
type certification basis, to be on the aircraft are correct and are in the correct
position on the aircraft
•
placards that are required, by or under Part 90 or by the aircraft’s type
certification basis, to be fitted to the aircraft are correctly fitted
•
the configuration of the aircraft complies with the aircraft’s approved design
•
any defect in the aircraft that is apparent to the employee is recorded in the
continuing airworthiness records system for the aircraft
•
the aircraft’s flight manual is up to date and reflects the aircraft’s configuration
•
the condition of the aircraft is consistent with the continuing airworthiness
records for the aircraft.
4.1.4
Record of findings of the airworthiness review
(Regulation 42.905 refers)
During the airworthiness review of an aircraft, all findings against the requirements of
exposition section 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 must be recorded in writing. This should include both
positive and adverse findings that clearly show the status of compliance with the
requirements. The CAMO has developed the [form name/number] for this purpose.
[form name/number] breaks down each requirement into individual items that the ARE is
required to check as part of the airworthiness review. This will form the basis of issuing
the airworthiness review certificate.
As a minimum the following information will be recorded in the [form name/number]:
•
identification of previous review records used to establish a baseline for the
current review (if any)
•
identification of the specific requirement to which the record check or the survey
relates
•
details of all items checked
•
the date the check was performed
•
the details of the findings
•
for each adverse finding a cross reference to the record of corrective actions and
the regulation or provision of Part 42 that relates
•
name and signature of the ARE who examined the item
•
identification of the CAMO that carried out the review.
The [RM or CAM or ARE] is responsible to ensure that airworthiness review records of
findings are maintained in hard-copy in an individual airworthiness review file for each
aircraft. This file is held by the [RM or CAM or ARE].
Guidance: This section should identify the individual responsible for recording the findings.
The blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be achieved.
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4.2
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
4.2.1
Taking corrective actions
(Subregulation 42.845 (d) refers)
Guidance: This section should set out the procedures that the CAMO must follow for taking
corrective actions and the individual responsible for managing the corrective actions should be
identified.
Blue sample text below provides an example of how this may be achieved.
Prior to the issue of an airworthiness review certificate for an aircraft, any corrective
action that was necessary to ensure that the requirements of exposition sections 4.1.2
and 4.1.3 are met for the aircraft must be taken.
The [CAM or RM] is responsible for managing the corrective actions raised during an
airworthiness review as follows:
•
If the findings relate to the records review in exposition section 4.1.2, the [CAM
or RM] will coordinate with the CAMO employees and/or external parties
required to correct the identified deficiency.
•
If the findings relate to the physical survey of the aircraft in exposition section
4.1.3, the [CAM or RM] will liaise with the Part 145 AMO to have the
maintenance carried out to correct the identified deficiency.
4.2.2
Recording corrective actions
(Regulation 42.910 refers)
When a CAMO takes corrective action to ensure that the requirements of exposition
sections 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 are met for an aircraft, the [CAM or RM] is responsible to
ensure that the action taken is recorded in the [form name/number] as per exposition
section 4.1.4.
The [CAM or RM or ARE] is to ensure the above is completed before the CAMO issues
an airworthiness review certificate for the aircraft.
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4.3
AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW CERTIFICATE
4.3.1
Issue of airworthiness review certificate
(Division 42.I.2 refers)
Airworthiness review certificates can only be issued by an authorised ARE (as per
exposition section 1.5.5) that conducted the airworthiness review. Prior to issuing an
airworthiness review certificate for the aircraft, the ARE must ensure that all of the
following requirements are met:
•
the information entered into the certificate is correct
•
an ARE of the CAMO for the aircraft has carried out an airworthiness review for
the aircraft in accordance with exposition sections 4.1.2 and 4.1.3
•
a record of the findings of the review has been made in accordance with
exposition section 4.1.4
•
any corrective action that was necessary to ensure that the requirements of
exposition sections 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 are met for the aircraft has been taken as per
exposition section 4.2.1
•
a record of corrective action mentioned above has been made in accordance
with exposition section 4.2.2
•
the aircraft is airworthy, i.e. if the aircraft is in a state that conforms with its
approved design and is in a condition for safe operation.
The approved form for the issue of an airworthiness review certificate is CASA Form
502, available through the CASA website. To issue an airworthiness review certificate
for an aircraft, an authorised ARE must:
•
sign the certificate
•
record the date of issue and date of expiry on the certificate.
4.3.2
Extension of airworthiness review certificate
(Division 42.I.3 refers)
[Reserved]
Guidance: This section is reserved due to a proposed regulatory change of deleting extensions
under Division 42.I.3 (with the airworthiness review certificate then valid for 3 years).
If regulatory change is not implemented, this section should set out the procedures that the
CAMO must follow for extending airworthiness review certificates, taking into account the
requirements of regulations 42.875 and 42.880.
The procedures should demonstrate in detail how the airworthiness review employees
determine the aircraft is airworthy and how the obligations of the CAMO under regulation 42.885
and the individual under regulation 42.890 are met.
The individual responsible for extending the certificate should be identified.
4.3.3
Copies of certificate to be sent to CASA
(Regulation 42.920 refers)
Whenever an airworthiness review certificate is issued [or extended – see 4.3.2 above]
for an aircraft, the [CAM or RM or QM] will provide a copy of the certificate to CASA
within 10 days after issuing the certificate.
Guidance: If the organisation is not the registered operator of the aircraft, the CAMO must also
provide a copy to the registered operator.
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4.3.4
Notice of decision not to issue airworthiness review certificate
(Regulation 42.925 refers)
If an ARE carries out an airworthiness review for an aircraft and the CAMO decides not
to issue an airworthiness review certificate for the aircraft because a requirement
mentioned in exposition subsection 4.3.1 (d) or (f) is not met, the [CAM or RM or QM]
must, within 2 days after making the decision, notify CASA of the decision and the
reasons for the decision.
Guidance: If the organisation is not the registered operator of the aircraft, the CAMO must also
notify the registered operator.
4.4
RECORDS
4.4.1
Retention of records relating to airworthiness review certificates
(Regulation 42.915 refers)
The [CAM or RM] is responsible to ensure the following records are retained for [three
years or state longer period] beginning on the date of issue of an airworthiness review
certificate:
•
the record of findings mentioned in exposition section 4.1.4
•
the record of corrective actions mentioned in exposition section 4.2.2
•
a copy of the certificate.
Guidance: When carrying out an airworthiness review, an ARE may rely on the records of a
past review to determine if particular requirements have been complied with in the past;
therefore, the CAMO may choose a period longer than the three years mandated by regulation
42.915.
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PART 5
AUTHORISATION OF PILOTS TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE
SERVICES
(Division 42.G.4 refers)
5.1
PROCEDURES FOR ISSUING THE AUTHORISATION
(Regulation 42.630 and Part 42 MOS Chapter 15 refers)
The CAMO may issue an authorisation to pilots to provide specified maintenance
services for an aircraft that is authorised to operate under the [AOC name].
As per Chapter 15 of the Part 42 MOS, the scope of maintenance that a pilot may be
authorised for is:
•
a pre-flight or daily inspection or an inspection that is equivalent to a pre-flight
or daily inspection in the aircraft maintenance program
•
replacement of bulbs and lights
•
replacement of seats, if the replacement does not involve disassembly of any
part of the primary structure of the aircraft
•
replenishment of a system fluid other than a gas
•
maintenance that is required for the application of a minimum equipment list if
the maintenance does not involve any of the following:
•
o
removal or disassembly of parts
o
disassembly of control systems
o
the use of special tools or equipment
maintenance required by an airworthiness directive, if the airworthiness
directive permits a pilot licence holder to carry out the maintenance.
The [CAM or RM or QM] is responsible to authorise pilots to perform maintenance. Prior
to issuing an authorisation, the CAM must verify the details on the [form name/number]
to ensure that:
•
the pilot licence holder is at least 21
•
the authorisation is for a type and model of aircraft that the pilot licence holder
is authorised, under Part 61, to fly
•
the pilot licence holder has a written statement from a Part 145 organisation or
a maintenance training organisation to the effect that:
•
o
the pilot licence holder has been trained and assessed in the
maintenance applied for
o
the pilot licence holder is competent to carry out the maintenance
the pilot licence holder has been assessed by the [CAM or RM] as:
o
competent to carry out the scope of maintenance applied for
o
having comprehensive knowledge of the requirements of Subparts 42.D,
42.E and 42.H
o
having comprehensive knowledge of the continuing airworthiness records
system for the aircraft in relation to performing maintenance certification
and issuing certificates of release to service.
If a pilot licence holder meets all of the above requirements, they must be authorised in
writing by the [CAM or RM or QM] on the pilot maintenance authorisation [form
name/number] prior to carrying out maintenance.
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The pilot maintenance authorisation [form name/number] includes the following
information:
•
the name of the CAMO
•
the name and licence number of the pilot licence holder being authorised
•
the maintenance services that the pilot licence holder is authorised to provide
•
the date that the authorisation is issued
•
the period for which the authorisation is in force
•
the aircraft for which the authorisation is issued
•
the name of the registered operator of the aircraft.
The period for which the authorisation is in force:
•
must not exceed 2 years
•
must not include a period before the date that the authorisation is issued.
The pilot maintenance authorisation may be re-issued subject to the same process as
described above for the initial issue of a pilot maintenance authorisation, except the
Part 145 maintenance training may be continuation training, rather than full initial
training as attended previously.
Guidance: If a pilot currently holds the privilege to carry out a particular maintenance, the scope
of required training for the maintenance to re-issue may be the same as the initial training, or
reduced to a continuation training package.
Blue sample text above provides an example of how this may be described.
5.2
PROCEDURES FOR MAKING CHANGES TO OR CANCELLATION OF
AUTHORISATIONS
(Regulations 42.640 and 42.645 refers)
Only the [CAM or RM or QM] can make changes to a pilot maintenance authorisation.
Reasons that a pilot maintenance authorisation would require a change include:
•
when the CAMO is no longer responsible for an aircraft type
•
if CASA directs a change or cancellation under regulation 42.640
•
an identified error on the authorisation
•
an identified performance issue.
Guidance: A CAMO may add other reasons for when a pilot maintenance authorisation may
need to be changed or cancelled.
Blue sample text above are examples.
If the [CAM or RM or QM] changes or cancels an issued pilot maintenance
authorisation, the [CAM or RM or QM] must give the holder of the authorisation notice in
writing of the change or cancellation, including the date on which the change or
cancellation takes effect.
5.3
COPIES OF AUTHORISATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
(Regulation 42.660 refers)
When the [CAM or RM or QM] issues a pilot maintenance authorisation in accordance
with exposition section 5.1, the [CAM or RM or QM] must, within 14 days after issuing
the authorisation, give a copy of the authorisation to the [AOC name and position title].
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The [CAM or RM or QM] must retain a copy of all pilot maintenance authorisations,
including the pilot maintenance authorisation application Form and associated training
records, for at least 2 years after the authorisation ceases to be in force.
5.4
LIST OF CURRENT AUTHORISATION HOLDERS
(Regulation 42.095 refers)
The [AOC name and position title] must, at all times, keep a list of the pilot licence
holders who hold authorisations to provide maintenance services for the [AOC name]
aircraft.
The list is maintained [location] and includes the following information for each pilot
licence holder:
•
name of the CAMO that issued the authorisation
•
name and licence number of the pilot licence holder
•
maintenance services that the pilot licence holder is authorised to provide
•
period for which the authorisation is valid
•
aircraft for which the authorisation is issued.
If there is a change to the information mentioned above, the [AOC name and position
title] must update the list within 28 days after the change occurs.
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PART 6
6.1
APPENDICES
SAMPLE OF DOCUMENTS, TAGS AND FORMS ETC.
Guidance: The following are examples of forms that would need to added to this section.
Blue sample text are examples of forms that while not specifically mandated in regulations, may
be included if used to perform continuing airworthiness management services.
MPAE Authorisation [form name/number]
ARE Authorisation [form name/number]
Pilot Maintenance Authorisation [form name/number]
ARC Checklist [form name/number]
Flight Technical Log [form name/number]
CRS (if not part of Technical Log) [form name/number]
Non-Airworthiness Defect Log [form name/number]
Pilot Maintenance Application [form name/number]
MPAE Application [form name/number]
ARE Application [form name/number]
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6.2
COMPLIANCE MATRIX
Guidance: If using this sample exposition, a compliance matrix should not be required and this
section can be deleted or retained using the words similar to below. If minimal changes are
made, a small compliance matrix identifying just those differences would be acceptable.
There are no differences in the sections/paragraph numbering between this exposition
and the CASA sample exposition; therefore, a compliance matrix is not required.
or
This exposition primarily follows the same sections/paragraph numbering as the CASA
sample exposition, except for the following minor differences:
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