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Key Features and Objectives of CAR-66 The introduction of CAR-66 aimed to streamline and update the licensing process: • It eliminates the previous system of obtaining separate Airframe, Engine, Electrical, Instrument, and Radio System Licenses. • It redefines the syllabus for the basic knowledge examination into a modular pattern. • It introduces provisions for acquiring group type ratings of aircraft and corresponding certification privileges. • It allows for the conversion of existing AME licences to the CAR-66 licence, either with or without limitations. A CAR-66 licence can be obtained either through this conversion process with applicable limitation, or by issuing a fresh license after passing the applicable modules of the Basic Knowledge Exam conducted by the CEO. Categories of CAR-66 Licenses The CAR-66 system categorizes AME licenses based on the aircraft type and complexity. License holders may hold any combination of categories, provided each qualification requirement is...

What are the foundational elements and oversight mechanisms of a CAR-145 management system? The foundational elements of a CAR-145 management system (145.A.200) include several key components that define accountability, safety philosophy, risk management, personnel competency, and documentation. Foundational Elements of a CAR-145 Management System The maintenance organization is required to establish, implement, and maintain a management system that incorporates the following elements: 1. Accountability and Responsibility: There must be clearly defined accountability and lines of responsibility throughout the organization, which includes the direct safety accountability of the accountable manager . 2. Safety Policy and Objectives: The organization must define its overall philosophies and principles regarding safety, known as "the safety policy," along with related safety objectives. 3. Safety Risk Management: This involves hazard identification , evaluation of those hazar...

  The transition of existing CAR-145 organizations to the new requirements of CAR-145 Issue 3. AAC No. 5 of 2024 Dated 18th December 2024 From 1 January 2025, each maintenance organization with a valid approval certificate issued by CAR 145 Issue 2 Rev. 5 should comply with the CAR 145 Issue 3 requirements. A transition period allows the maintenance organization to correct any findings of non-compliance with the new requirements in CAR 145 Issue 3 (‘transition findings’) until 30 June 2026.          The main change introduced in the regulation is implementing a Safety Management System for maintenance organizations through CAR 145 (which was earlier governed by CAR Section 1 Series C Part I).       SMS requires, among other things, the implementation of hazard identification, risk management, and safety assurance processes and the designation of a safety manager.       ...

  COMBINED AIRWORTHINESS ORGANISATIoN        CAR-145 and CAR-M contain regulations related to the maintenance and continuing airworthiness management of certain aircraft. In the interest of proportionality, it is necessary to adapt regulations by introducing simplified requirements corresponding to the lower risks associated with light aircraft in general aviation, which is not listed in the air operator certificate (AOC).         To that end, a new set of requirements ensuring the airworthiness of such aircraft should be introduced. Those requirements should be less stringent than the current requirements in aircraft maintenance programs, and deferment of defects. Such maintenance requirements will apply to other than complex motor-powered aircraft, the owner of such aircraft may contract maintenance tasks to maintenance organisation approved under CAR-145.       A new set of r...

  Transition in Aviation Transition in Aviation: Adapting to New Regulatory Requirements Overview In India's rapidly evolving aviation landscape, the term "Transition" has become a focal point, especially in the domains of aircraft maintenance and organizational management. This urgency arises from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), India, implementing new Civil Aviation Requirements (CARs) on 31 July 2024, with an effective date of 1 January 2025. Organizations are expected to achieve full compliance by 31 December 2025. This document outlines the critical aspects of this transition, its challenges, and strategies to ensure seamless adaptation. Key Features of the Transition 1. Regulatory Update The new CARs encompass updates aimed at: Enhancing safety standards. Improving maintenance processes. Aligning organizational procedures with international best practices. 2. Compliance Timeline Effective Date: 1 January 2025. Compliance Deadline: 31 December 202...