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The CAR-66 Issue III Rev.2

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...

CAR-145 management system Foundamental Element

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...