This intensive 2-day course provides a thorough understanding of Part 145 regulations governing the approval and operation of maintenance organizations. The course covers the general requirements, quality systems, certification of maintenance, maintenance data management, and personnel requirements. Through a mix of theoretical instruction and practical case studies, participants will gain the knowledge needed to ensure compliance with EASA standards and enhance their organization’s maintenance practices.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the general requirements and scope of Part 145 regulations.
- Learn how to establish and maintain an effective quality system.
- Gain insights into the certification of maintenance and handling maintenance data.
- Comprehend personnel requirements and their roles in maintaining compliance.
- Clarify specific regulatory terms and procedures, such as ‘occasional’ in 145.A.75(c) and updating EASA forms.
- Address practical scenarios involving COTS equipment installation and subcontractor maintenance releases.
Target Audience:
- Maintenance organization managers
- Quality assurance personnel
- Maintenance engineers and technicians
- Regulatory compliance officers
- Aviation safety professionals
- Anyone involved in the maintenance of aircraft and aircraft components
Course Modules:
Day 1:
Module 1: Part 145 – General Overview
- Introduction to Part 145 regulations
- Scope and applicability
- Key definitions and terms
- General organizational requirements
Module 2: Quality System
- Establishing a quality system in a Part 145 organization
- Quality assurance and continuous improvement
- Internal audits and quality monitoring
- Case studies on effective quality systems
Module 3: Certification of Maintenance
- Certification requirements and processes
- Understanding ‘occasional’ in 145.A.75(c)
- Procedures for certifying maintenance tasks
- Practical exercises on certification scenarios
Module 4: Maintenance Data
- Importance of accurate and controlled maintenance data
- Data availability and control requirements
- Handling and updating maintenance data
- Workshop on maintenance data management
Day 2:
Module 5: Personnel Requirements
- Roles and responsibilities within a Part 145 organization
- Training requirements beyond Part 66
- Certification Maintenance Requirement (CMR) by Flight Crew
- Case studies on personnel management and training
Module 6: Practical Applications and Scenarios
- Updating “EASA Form 1 – MF/145 Issue 2” to “EASA Form 1 – MF/CAO/145 Issue 3”
- Installing COTS equipment without EASA Form 1
- Arranging Part 145 compliance for COTS installations
- Role-playing scenarios on practical compliance issues
Module 7: Subcontractor and NDT Task Management
- Subcontractor roles and maintenance releases
- Release to service of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) tasks
- Managing subcontractor compliance and quality
- Practical exercises on subcontractor management
Module 8: Regulatory Compliance and Best Practices
- Monitoring and ensuring compliance with Part 145 and Part CAO
- Protected Rights in Appendix IV to Part 145
- Implementing best practices for regulatory compliance
- Interactive Q&A and discussion sessions
This course will provide participants with the knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively manage and operate a Part 145 maintenance organization, ensuring compliance with all relevant EASA regulations.