EASA PART 66 GUIDE

Typical Question about EASA Part 66

2050-01-03T23:41:00.000-08:00

What is Part-66?

Part 66 aviation regulations define the conditions under which a maintenance engineer is authorized to release an aircraft into service after a maintenance operation. The conditions required are defined by minimum education requirements (school leaving certificates, working language, etc) as well as type rating qualifications for the aircraft or particular tasks.

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is the body responsible for ensuring that National Competent Authorities e.g. Department Civil Aviation Malaysia verify aircraft engineer licence applications. For maintaining aircraft of 5700kg MTOM and above, but excluding airships, licences are issued under EASA Implementing Rule (IR) Part-66. Part-66 is a common European aircraft maintenance licence recognised in all EASA member states.

How to become LAE (Licence Aircraft Engineer)?

Who needs to apply for a Part-66 licence?

You need to apply for a Part-66 licence if you:

have never been licensed, but wish to further your career as an aircraft maintenance engineer
wish to up- grade your existing Part-66 licence to a higher category
wish to convert your BCAR Section L licence to an unrestricted Part-66 licence

How do I qualify for the licence?

There are three main steps to go through.
1. Find out which modules you need for your requirements, and decide on an appropriate mode of study. APR Aviation Training Centre offers formal Part-66 training and coaching through PART66 module.
2. When you are ready, apply to the DCA and sit your formal examination. These exams are held in credit for five years, while you complete your licence requirements.
3. Complete the relevant experience. This can be accomplished concurrently if you are studying part time. Always check with the DCA as to what your requirements will be, but you will need between two and five years of practical experience.
4. You will need to formally record your experience, preferably in an approved engineers log book (guidance available from the DCA)
How long does it take to complete each module?

There is no set time limit and you can study whenever it suits you. Some people have found that they can complete a Part-66 module (including all the assessments) in less than three weeks, whilst others need a few months. It's up to you how fast you progress through the course. Some modules are very large due to their extensive syllabus content.
Tell me about the personal tutor... who are they and how do I get in touch?

For each module that you take, you will be allocated a personal tutor whose job it is to support you and to ensure that you get the best out of your course. Your tutor will provide you with feedback on all of your course assessments and is someone who will help you with problems and questions. There are all LWTR holder - Licence Without Type Rating and qualified as instructor. To get in touch please refer to tutor page.

Will I get a certificate when I complete a module?

Yes, provided you can obtain a mark of 75% or more in the final assessment for the module. This will tell you that you are ready for the DCA examination but, if you need to, you can repeat the final assessment as many times as you like until you are happy with your marks. In any event, your tutor will give you extra help on any questions that you get wrong and will also suggest topics that you can focus on for extra revision.

EASA PART 66 Module 15.10 : Lubrication Systems

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15.10 Lubrication Systems (level 2)
System operation/lay-out and components.

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EASA Part 66 Module 15.9 : Lubricants and Fuels

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15.9 Lubricants and Fuels (level 2)
Properties and specifications;
Fuel additives;
Safety precautions.

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EASA Part 66 Module 15.8 : Bearings and Seals

2013-01-21T17:56:00.002-08:00

15.8 Bearings and Seals (level 2)
Constructional features and principles of operation.

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LIMITATION REMOVAL B1.1

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You need to study only for red colour subject

MODULE 3 : ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS (A & C TRADE)
3.1 Electron Theory
3.2 Static Electricity and Conduction
3.3 Electrical Terminology
3.4 Generation of Electricity
3.5 DC Sources of Electricity
3.6 DC Circuits
3.7 Resistance/Resistor
3.8 Power
3.9 Capacitance/Capacitor
3.10 Magnetism
3.11 Inductance/Inductor
3.12 DC Motor/Generator Theory
3.13 AC Theory
3.14 Resistive (R), Capacitive (C) and Inductive (L) Circuits
3.15 Transformers
3.16 Filters
3.17 AC Generators
3.18 AC Motors

MODULE 4 : ELECTRONIC FUNDAMENTALS (A & C TRADE)

4.1 Semiconductors

4.1.1 Diodes

4.1.2 Transistors

4.1.3 Integrated Circuits

4.2 Printed Circuit Boards

4.3 Servomechanisms

MODULE 5 : DIGITAL TECHNIQUES / ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT SYSTEMS (A & C)

5.1 Electronic Instrument Systems

5.2 Numbering Systems

5.3 Data Conversion

5.4 Data Buses

5.5 Logic Circuits

5.6 Basic Computer Structure

5.10 Fibre Optics

5.11 Electronic Displays

5.12 Electrostatic Sensitive Devices

5.13 Software Management Control

5.14 Electromagnetic Environment

5.15 Typical Electronic/Digital Aircraft Systems Digital Techniques and EIS

MODULE 7 : MAINTENANCE PRACTICES (A & C TRADE)
7.1 Safety Precautions-Aircraft and Workshop
7.2 Workshop Practices
7.3 Tools
7.4 Avionic General Test Equipment
7.5 Engineering Drawings, Diagrams and Standards
7.6 Fits and Clearances
7.7 Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS)
7.8 Riveting
7.9 Pipes and Hoses
7.10 Springs
7.11 Bearings
7.12 Transmissions
7.13 Control Cables
7.14 Material handling
7.14.1 Sheet Metal
7.14.2 Composite and non-metallic
7.15 Welding, Brazing, Soldering and Bonding
7.16 Aircraft Weight and Balance
7.17 Aircraft Handling and Storage
7.18 Disassembly, Inspection, Repair and Assembly Techniques
7.19 Abnormal Events
7.20 Maintenance Procedures

MODULE 11A : TURBINE AEROPLANE AERODYNAMICS, STRUCT AND SYS (A TRADE)

11.1 Theory of Flight

11.1.1 Aeroplane Aerodynamics and Flight Controls

11.1.2 High Speed Flight

11.2 Airframe Structures — General Concepts

11.3 Airframe Structures — Aeroplanes

11.3.1 Fuselage (ATA 52/53/56)

11.3.2 Wings (ATA 57)

11.3.3 Stabilisers (ATA 55)

11.3.4 Flight Control Surfaces (ATA 55/57)

11.3.5 Nacelles/Pylons (ATA 54)

11.4 Air Conditioning and Cabin Pressurisation (ATA 21)

11.4.1 Air supply

11.4.2 Air Conditioning

11.4.3 Pressurisation

11.4.4 Safety and warning devices

11.5 Instruments/Avionic Systems

11.5.1 Instrument Systems (ATA 31)

11.5.2 Avionic Systems

11.6 Electrical Power (ATA 24)

11.7 Equipment and Furnishings (ATA 25)

11.8 Fire Protection (ATA 26)

11.9 Flight Controls (ATA 27)

11.10 Fuel System (ATA 28)

11.11 Hydraulic Power (ATA 29)

11.12 Ice And Protection (ATA 30)

11.13 Landing Gear (ATA 32)

11.14 Lights (ATA 33)

11.15 Oxygen (ATA 35)

11.16 Pneumatic/Vacuum (ATA 36)

11.17 Water/Waste (ATA 38)

11.18 On Board Maintenance Systems (ATA 45)

11.19 Integrated Modular Avionics (ATA42)

11.20 Cabin System (ATA44)

11.21 Information Systems (ATA46)

MODULE 15 : GAS TURBINE ENGINE (A TRADE)

ALL SUBJECT

MODULE 17 : PROPELLER (A TRADE)

ALL SUBJECT

MODULE 6 : MATERIALS & HARDWARE (C TRADE)

6.1 Aircraft Materials — Ferrous

6.2 Aircraft Materials — Non-Ferrous

6.3 Aircraft Materials — Composite and Non-Metallic

6.3.1 Composite and non-metallic other than wood and fabric

6.3.2 Wooden structures

6.3.3 Fabric covering

6.4 b Corrosion

6.5 Fasteners

6.5.1 Screw threads

6.5.2 Bolts, studs and screws

6.5.3 Locking devices

6.5.4 Aircraft rivets

6.6 Pipes and Unions

6.7 Springs

6.8 Bearings

6.9 Transmissions

6.10 Control Cables

6.11 Electrical Cables and Connectors

MODULE 11A : TURBINE AEROPLANE AERODYNAMICS, STRUCT AND SYS (C TRADE)

ALL SUBJECT

EASA Part 66 Module 15.7 : Exhausts

2012-11-08T17:47:00.001-08:00

15.7 Exhaust (level 2)
Constructional features and principles of operation;
Convergent, divergent and variable area nozzles;
Engine noise reduction;
Thrust reversers.

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EASA Part 66 Module 15.6 : Turbine

2012-11-07T17:40:00.001-08:00

15.6 Turbine Section (level 2)
Operation and characteristics of different turbine blade types;
Blade to disk attachment;
Nozzle guide vanes;
Causes and effects of turbine blade stress and creep.

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EASA Part 66 Module 15.5 : Combustion Chamber

2012-10-24T17:58:00.002-07:00

15.5 Combustion Section (level 2)
Constructional features and principles of operation.

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EASA Part 66 Module 15.3 : Inlet

2012-10-11T20:18:00.002-07:00

15.3 Inlet (level 2)

Compressor inlet ducts;
Effects of various inlet configurations;
Ice protection.

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EASA Part 66 Module 15.2 : Engine Performance

2012-10-11T20:17:00.001-07:00

15.2 Engine Performance (level 2)

Gross thrust, net thrust, choked nozzle thrust, thrust distribution, resultant thrust, thrust horsepower, equivalent shaft horsepower, specific fuel consumption;
Engine efficiencies;
By-pass ratio and engine pressure ratio;
Pressure, temperature and velocity of the gas flow;
Engine ratings, static thrust, influence of speed, altitude and hot climate, flat rating, limitations.

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EASA Part 66 Module 15.4 : Compressors

2012-10-11T20:15:00.003-07:00

15.4 Compressors (level 2)

Axial and centrifugal types;

Constructional features and operating principles and applications;

Fan balancing;

Operation:

Causes and effects of compressor stall and surge;

Methods of air flow control: bleed valves, variable inlet guide vanes, variable stator vanes, rotating stator blades;

Compressor ratio.

EASA Part 66 Module 15.4 : Compressors from soulstalker

EASA Part-66 Module 15.1 : Fundamental

2012-10-11T20:14:00.000-07:00

15.1 Fundamentals (level 2)

Potential energy, kinetic energy, Newton's laws of motion, Brayton cycle;
The relationship between force, work, power, energy, velocity, acceleration;
Constructional arrangement and operation of turbojet, turbofan, turboshaft, turboprop

EASA Part 66 Module 15.1 : Fundamental from soulstalker

EASA PART-66 MODULE 11A : TURBINE AEROPLANE AERODYNAMICS,STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS

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11.1 Theory of Flight

11.1.1 Aeroplane Aerodynamics and Flight Controls (lvl 2)

Operation and effect of:
— roll control: ailerons and spoilers;
— pitch control: elevators, stabilators, variable incidence stabilisers and canards;
— yaw control, rudder limiters;
Control using elevons, ruddervators;
High lift devices, slots, slats, flaps, flaperons;
Drag inducing devices, spoilers, lift dumpers, speed brakes;
Effects of wing fences, saw tooth leading edges;
Boundary layer control using, vortex generators, stall wedges or leading edge devices;
Operation and effect of trim tabs, balance and antibalance (leading) tabs, servo tabs, spring tabs, mass
balance, control surface bias, aerodynamic balance panels;

11.1.2 High Speed Flight (lvl 2)

Speed of sound, subsonic flight, transonic flight, supersonic flight,
Mach number, critical Mach number, compressibility buffet, shock wave, aerodynamic heating, area rule;
Factors affecting airflow in engine intakes of high speed aircraft;
Effects of sweepback on critical Mach number.

11.2 Airframe Structures — General Concepts (lvl 2)

(a) Airworthiness requirements for structural strength;
Structural classification, primary, secondary and tertiary;
Fail safe, safe life, damage tolerance concepts;
Zonal and station identification systems;
Stress, strain, bending, compression, shear, torsion, tension, hoop stress, fatigue;
Drains and ventilation provisions;
System installation provisions;
Lightning strike protection provision;
Aircraft bonding

(b) Construction methods of: stressed skin fuselage, formers, stringers, longerons, bulkheads, frames,
doublers, struts, ties, beams, floor structures, reinforcement, methods of skinning, anti-corrosive
protection, wing, empennage and engine attachments;
Structure assembly techniques: riveting, bolting, bonding;
Methods of surface protection, such as chromating, anodising, painting;
Surface cleaning;
Airframe symmetry: methods of alignment and symmetry checks.

11.3 Airframe Structures — Aeroplanes (lvl 2)

11.3.1 Fuselage (ATA 52/53/56)
Construction and pressurisation sealing;
Wing, stabiliser, pylon and undercarriage attachments;
Seat installation and cargo loading system;
Doors and emergency exits: construction, mechanisms, operation and safety devices;
Windows and windscreen construction and mechanisms.

11.3.2 Wings (ATA 57)
Construction;
Fuel storage;
Landing gear, pylon, control surface and high lift/drag attachments.

11.3.3 Stabilisers (ATA 55)
Construction;
Control surface attachment.

11.3.4 Flight Control Surfaces (ATA 55/57)
Construction and attachment;
Balancing — mass and aerodynamic.

11.3.5 Nacelles/Pylons (ATA 54)
Construction;
Firewalls;
Engine mounts.

11.4 Air Conditioning and Cabin Pressurisation (ATA 21)

11.4.1 Air supply (lvl 2)
Sources of air supply including engine bleed, APU and ground cart;

11.4.2 Air Conditioning (lvl 3)
Air conditioning systems;
Air cycle and vapour cycle machines;
Distribution systems;
Flow, temperature and humidity control system.

11.4.3 Pressurisation (lvl 3)
Pressurisation systems;
Control and indication including control and safety valves;
Cabin pressure controllers.

11.4.4 Safety and warning devices (lvl 3)
Protection and warning devices.

11.5 Instruments/Avionic Systems

11.5.1 Instrument Systems (ATA 31)(lvl 2)
Pitot static system: altimeter, air speed indicator, vertical speed indicator;
Gyroscopic: artificial horizon, attitude director, direction indicator, horizontal situation indicator,
turn and slip indicator,turn coordinator;
Compasses: direct reading, remote reading;
Angle of attack indication, stall warning systems;
Glass Cockpit;
Other aircraft system indication.

11.5.2 Avionic Systems (lvl 1)
Fundamentals of system lay-outs and operation of;
Auto Flight (ATA 22);
Communications (ATA 23);
Navigation Systems (ATA 34).

11.6 Electrical Power (ATA 24)(lvl 3)

Batteries Installation and Operation;
DC power generation;
AC power generation;
Emergency power generation;
Voltage regulation;
Power distribution;
Inverters, transformers, rectifiers;
Circuit protection;
External/Ground power;

11.7 Equipment and Furnishings (ATA 25)(lvl 2)

(a) Emergency equipment requirements;
Seats, harnesses and belts.
(b) Cabin lay-out;
Equipment lay-out;
Cabin Furnishing Installation;
Cabin entertainment equipment;
Galley installation;
Cargo handling and retention equipment;
Airstairs.

11.8 Fire Protection (ATA 26)(lvl 3)

(a) Fire and smoke detection and warning systems;
Fire extinguishing systems;
System tests.
(b) Portable fire extinguisher

11.9 Flight Controls (ATA 27)(lvl 3)

Primary controls: aileron, elevator, rudder, spoiler;
Trim control;
Active load control;
High lift devices;
Lift dump, speed brakes;
System operation: manual, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fly-by-wire;
Artificial feel, Yaw damper, Mach trim, rudder limiter, gust locks sys.;
Balancing and rigging;
Stall protection/warning system.

11.10 Fuel System (ATA 28)(lvl 3)

System lay-out;
Fuel tanks;
Supply systems;
Dumping, venting and draining;
Cross-feed and transfer;
Indications and warnings;
Refuelling and defuelling;
Longitudinal balance fuel systems.

11.11 Hydraulic Power (ATA 29)(lvl 3)

System lay-out;
Hydraulic fluids;
Hydraulic reservoirs and accumulators;
Pressure generation: electric, mechanical, pneumatic;
Emergency pressure generation;
Filters;
Pressure Control;
Power distribution;
Indication and warning systems;
Interface with other systems.

11.12 Ice And Protection (ATA 30)(Lvl 3)

Ice formation, classification and detection;
Anti-icing systems: electrical, hot air and chemical;
De-icing systems: electrical, hot air, pneumatic and chemical;
Rain repellant;
Probe and drain heating.
Wiper systems

11.13 Landing Gear (ATA 32)(lvl 3)

Construction, shock absorbing;
Extension and retraction systems: normal and emergency;
Indications and warning;
Wheels, brakes, antiskid and autobraking;
Tyres;
Steering;
Air ground sensing.

11.14 Lights (ATA 33)(lvl 3)

External: navigation, anti-collision, landing, taxiing, ice;
Internal: cabin, cockpit, cargo;
Emergency.

11.15 Oxygen (ATA 35)(lvl 3)

System lay-out: cockpit, cabin;
Sources, storage, charging and distribution;
Supply regulation;
Indications and warnings;

11.16 Pneumatic/Vacuum (ATA 36)(lvl 3)

System lay-out;
Sources: engine/APU, compressors, reservoirs, ground supply;
Pressure control;
Distribution;
Indications and warnings;
Interfaces with other systems.

11.17 Water/Waste (ATA 38) (lvl 3)

Water system lay-out, supply, distribution, servicing and draining;
Toilet system lay-out, flushing and servicing;
Corrosion aspect

11.18 On Board Maintenance Systems (ATA 45)(lvl 2)

Central maintenance computers;
Data loading system;
Electronic library system;
Printing;
Structure monitoring (damage tolerance monitoring).

11.19 Integrated Modular Avionics (ATA42)(lvl 2)

Functions that may be typically integrated in the Integrated Modular Avionic (IMA) modules are, among
others:
. Bleed Management,
Air Pressure Control,
Air Ventilation and Control,
Avionics and Cockpit Ventilation Control,
Temperature Control,
Air Traffic Communication,
Avionics Communication Router,
Electrical Load
Management, Circuit Breaker Monitoring,
Electrical System BITE, Fuel Management,
Braking Control,
Steering Control,
Landing Gear Extension and Retraction,
Tyre Pressure Indication,
Oleo Pressure Indication, Brake,
Temperature Monitoring,
Core System;
Network Components

11.20 Cabin System (ATA44)(lvl 2)

The units and components which furnish a means of entering the passengers and providing communication
within the aircraft (Cabin Intercommunication Data System) and between the aircraft cabin and ground
stations (Cabin Network Service).
Includes voice, data, music and video transmissions.
The Cabin Intercommunication Data System provides an interface between cockpit/cabin crew and cabin
systems. These systems support data exchange of the different related LRU’s and they are typically
operated via Flight Attendant Panels

The Cabin Network Service typically consists on a server, typically interfacing with, among others, the
following systems:
- Data/Radio Communication, In-Flight Entertainment Systems
- Access to pre-departure/departure report
- E-mail/intranet/internet access,
- Passenger database,

Cabin Core System
In-Flight Entertainment System
External Communication System
Cabin Mass Memory System
Cabin Monitoring System
Miscellaneous Cabin System

EASA PART-66 Module 8 : Basic Aerodynamics

2012-08-01T18:01:00.001-07:00

8.1 Physics of the Atmosphere (level 2)
International Standard Atmosphere (ISA), application to aerodynamics.

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8.2 Aerodynamics (level 2)
Airflow around a body;
Boundary layer, laminar and turbulent flow, free stream flow, relative airflow, upwash and downwash, vortices, stagnation;
The terms: camber, chord, mean aerodynamic chord, profile (parasite) drag, induced drag, centre of pressure, angle of attack, wash in and wash out, fineness ratio, wing shape and aspect ratio;
Thrust, Weight, Aerodynamic Resultant;
Generation of Lift and Drag: Angle of Attack, Lift coefficient, Drag coefficient, polar curve, stall;
Aerofoil contamination including ice, snow, frost.

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8.3 Theory of Flight (level 2)
Relationship between lift, weight, thrust and drag;
Glide ratio;
Steady state flights, performance;
Theory of the turn;
Influence of load factor: stall, flight envelope and structural limitations;
Lift augmentation.

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8.4 Flight Stability and Dynamics (level 2)
Longitudinal, lateral and directional stability (active and passive)

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EASA Part-66 Module 5.15 : Typical Electronic/Digital Aircraft Systems

2012-08-01T01:04:00.001-07:00

5.15 Typical Electronic/Digital Aircraft Systems (LVL 2)
a. General arrangement of typical electronic/digital aircraft systems and associated BITE.
- ACARS-ARINC Communication & Addressing and Reporting System
- ECAM-Electronic Centralised Aircraft Monitoring
- EFIS-Electronic Flight Instrument System
- EICAS-Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System
- FBW-Fly by Wire
- FMS-Flight Management System
- GPS-Global Positioning System
- IRS-Inertial Reference System
- TCAS-Traffic Alert Collision Avoidance System
- Integrated Modular Avionics
- Cabin Systems
- Information Systems

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EASA Part-66 Module 5.14 : Electromagnetic Environment

2012-08-01T00:59:00.001-07:00

5.14 Electromagnetic Environment (LVL 2)
a. Influence of the following phenomena on maintenance practices for electronic system:
- EMC-Electromagnetic Compatibility
- EMI-Electromagnetic Interference
- HIRF-High Intensity Radiated Field
- Lightning/lightning protection

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EASA Part-66 Module 5.12 : Electrostatic Sensitive Devices

2012-08-01T00:56:00.002-07:00

5.12 Electrostatic Sensitive Devices (LVL 2)
a. Special handling of components sensitive to electrostatic discharges
b. Awareness of risks and possible damage, component and personnel anti-static protection devices

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EASA Part-66 Module 5.11 : Electronic Displays

2012-08-01T00:53:00.002-07:00

5.11 Electronic Displays (LVL 2)
a. Principles of operation used in modern aircraft,
- Cathode Ray Tubes,
- Light Emitting Diodes & Liquid Crystal Display.

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EASA Part-66 Module 5.4 : Data Buses

2012-08-01T00:49:00.001-07:00

5.4 Data Buses (LVL 2)
a. Operation of data buses in aircraft systems,
b. ARINC and other specifications
c. Aircraft network / Ethernet.

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EASA Part-66 Module 5.3 : Data Conversion

2012-08-01T00:43:00.003-07:00

5.3 Data Conversion (LVL 1)
a. Analogue Data, Digital Data
b. Operation and application
- Analogue to digital
- Digital to analogue converters
- Inputs and outputs
- Limitations of various types

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EASA Part-66 Module 5.1 : Electronic Instrument System

2012-08-01T00:39:00.002-07:00

5.1 Electronic Instrument Systems (LVL 2)
a. Typical systems arrangements
b. Cockpit layout of electronic instrument systems.

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EASA PART-66 MODULE 17 : PROPELLER

2012-06-14T02:41:00.000-07:00

17.1 Fundamentals (level 2)
Blade element theory;
High/low blade angle, reverse angle, angle of attack, rotational speed;
Propeller slip;
Aerodynamic, centrifugal, and thrust forces;
Torque;
Relative airflow on blade angle of attack;
Vibration and resonance.

17.2 Propeller Construction (level 2)
Construction methods and materials used in wooden, composite and metal propellers;
Blade station, blade face, blade shank, blade back and hub assembly;
Fixed pitch, controllable pitch, constant speeding propeller;
Propeller/spinner installation.

17.3 Propeller Pitch Control (level 2)
Speed control and pitch change methods, mechanical and electrical/electronic;
Feathering and reverse pitch;
Overspeed protection.

17.4 Propeller Synchronising (level 2)
Synchronising and synchrophasing equipment.

17.5 Propeller Ice Protection (level 2)
Fluid and electrical de-icing equipment.

17.6 Propeller Maintenance (level 3)
Static and dynamic balancing;
Blade tracking;
Assessment of blade damage, erosion, corrosion, impact damage, delamination;
Propeller treatment/repair schemes;
Propeller engine running

17.7 Propeller Storage and Preservation (level 2)
Propeller preservation and depreservation

EASA PART-66 MODULE 16 : PISTON ENGINE

2012-06-14T02:35:00.001-07:00

16.1 Fundamentals (level 2)
Mechanical, thermal and volumetric efficiencies;
Operating principles — 2 stroke, 4 stroke, Otto and Diesel;
Piston displacement and compression ratio;
Engine configuration and firing order.

16.2 Engine Performance (level 2)
Power calculation and measurement;
Factors affecting engine power;
Mixtures/leaning, pre-ignition.

16.3 Engine Construction (level 2)
Crank case, crank shaft, cam shafts, sumps;
Accessory gearbox;
Cylinder and piston assemblies;
Connecting rods, inlet and exhaust manifolds;
Valve mechanisms;
Propeller reduction gearboxes.

16.4 Engine Fuel Systems (level 2)
16.4.1 Carburettors
Types, construction and principles of operation;
Icing and heating.
16.4.2 Fuel injection systems
Types, construction and principles of operation
16.4.3 Electronic engine control
Operation of engine control and fuel metering systems including electronic engine control (FADEC);
Systems lay-out and components.

16.5 Starting and Ignition Systems (level 2)
Starting systems, pre-heat systems;
Magneto types, construction and principles of operation;
Ignition harnesses, spark plugs;
Low and high tension systems.

16.6 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems (level 2)
Construction and operation of: induction systems including alternate air systems;
Exhaust systems, engine cooling systems — air and liquid.

16.7 Supercharging/Turbocharging (level 2)
Principles and purpose of supercharging and its effects on engine parameters;
Construction and operation of supercharging/turbocharging systems;
System terminology;
Control systems;
System protection.

16.8 Lubricants and Fuels (level 2)
Properties and specifications;
Fuel additives;
Safety precautions.

16.9 Lubrication Systems (level 2)
System operation/lay-out and components.

16.10 Engine Indication Systems (level 2)
Engine speed; Cylinder head temperature;
Coolant temperature; Oil pressure and temperature;
Exhaust Gas Temperature; Fuel pressure and flow;
Manifold pressure.

16.11 Powerplant Installation (level 2)
Configuration of firewalls, cowlings, acoustic panels, engine mounts, anti-vibration mounts, hoses, pipes, feeders, connectors, wiring looms, control cables and rods, lifting points and drains.

16.12 Engine Monitoring and Ground Operation (level 3)
Procedures for starting and ground run-up;
Interpretation of engine power output and parameters;
Inspection of engine and components: criteria, tolerances, and data specified by engine manufacturer.

16.13 Engine Storage and Preservation (level 2)
Preservation and depreservation for the engine and accessories/systems.

EASA PART-66 MODULE 15 : GAS TURBINE ENGINE

2012-06-14T02:27:00.001-07:00

15.1 Fundamentals (level 2)
15.2 Engine Performance (level 2)
15.3 Inlet (level 2)
15.4 Compressors (level 2)
15.5 Combustion Section (level 2)
15.6 Turbine Section (level 2)
15.7 Exhaust (level 2)
15.8 Bearings and Seals (level 2)
15.9 Lubricants and Fuels (level 2)
15.10 Lubrication Systems (level 2)

15.11 Fuel Systems (level 2)
Operation of engine control and fuel metering systems including electronic engine control (FADEC);
Systems lay-out and components.

15.12 Air Systems (level 2)
Operation of engine air distribution and anti-ice control systems, including internal cooling, sealing and external air services.

15.13 Starting and Ignition Systems (level 2)
Operation of engine start systems and components;
Ignition systems and components;
Maintenance safety requirements.

15.14 Engine Indication Systems (level 2)
Exhaust Gas Temperature/Interstage Turbine Temperature;
Engine Thrust Indication: Engine Pressure Ratio, engine turbine discharge pressure or jet pipe pressure systems;
Oil pressure and temperature;
Fuel pressure and flow;
Engine speed;
Vibration measurement and indication;
Torque;
Power.

15.15 Power Augmentation Systems (level 2)
Operation and applications;
Water injection, water methanol;
Afterburner systems.

15.16 Turbo-prop Engines (level 2)
Gas coupled/free turbine and gear coupled turbines;
Reduction gears;
Integrated engine and propeller controls;
Overspeed safety devices.

15.17 Turbo-shaft engines (level 2)
Arrangements, drive systems, reduction gearing, couplings, control systems.

15.18 Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) (level 2)
Purpose, operation, protective systems.

15.19 Powerplant Installation (level 2)
Configuration of firewalls, cowlings, acoustic panels, engine mounts, anti-vibration mounts, hoses, pipes, feeders, connectors, wiring looms, control cables and rods, lifting points and drains.

15.20 Fire Protection Systems (level 2)
Operation of detection and extinguishing systems.

15.21 Engine Monitoring and Ground Operation (level 2)
Procedures for starting and ground run-up;
Interpretation of engine power output and parameters;
Trend (including oil analysis, vibration and boroscope) monitoring;
Inspection of engine and components to criteria, tolerances and data specified by engine manufacturer;
Compressor washing/cleaning;
Foreign Object Damage.

15.22 Engine Storage and Preservation (level 2)
Preservation and depreservation for the engine and accessories/systems.

EASA PART-66 MODULE 12 : HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS

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12.1 Theory of Flight — Rotary Wing Aerodynamics (level 2)
Terminology;
Effects of gyroscopic precession;
Torque reaction and directional control;
Dissymmetry of lift, Blade tip stall;
Translating tendency and its correction;
Coriolis effect and compensation;
Vortex ring state, power settling, overpitching;
Auto-rotation;
Ground effect.

12.2 Flight Control Systems (level 3)
Cyclic control; Collective control;
Swashplate;
Yaw control: Anti-Torque Control, Tail rotor, bleed air;
Main Rotor Head: Design and Operation features;
Blade Dampers: Function and construction;
Rotor Blades: Main and tail rotor blade construction and attachment;
Trim control, fixed and adjustable stabilisers;
System operation: manual, hydraulic, electrical and fly-by-wire;
Artificial feel;
Balancing and Rigging.

12.3 Blade Tracking and Vibration Analysis (level 3)
Rotor alignment;
Main and tail rotor tracking;
Static and dynamic balancing;
Vibration types, vibration reduction methods;
Ground resonance.

12.4 Transmissions (level 3)
Gear boxes, main and tail rotors;
Clutches, free wheel units and rotor brake.
Tail rotor drive shafts, flexible couplings, bearings, vibration dampers and bearing hangers.

12.5 Airframe Structures (level 2)
(a) Airworthiness requirements for structural strength;
Structural classification, primary, secondary and tertiary;
Fail safe, safe life, damage tolerance concepts;
Zonal and station identification systems;
Stress, strain, bending, compression, shear, torsion, tension, hoop stress, fatigue;
Drains and ventilation provisions;
System installation provisions;
Lightning strike protection provision.

(b) Construction methods of: stressed skin fuselage, formers, stringers, longerons,
bulkheads, frames, doublers, struts, ties, beams, floor structures, reinforcement,
methods of skinning and anti-corrosive protection.
Pylon, stabiliser and undercarriage attachments;
Seat installation;
Doors: construction, mechanisms, operation and safety devices;
Windows and windscreen construction;
Fuel storage;
Firewalls;
Engine mounts;
Structure assembly techniques: riveting, bolting, bonding;
Methods of surface protection, such as chromating, anodising, painting;
Surface cleaning;
Airframe symmetry: methods of alignment and symmetry checks.

12.6 Air Conditioning (ATA 21) (level 3)
12.6.1 Air supply
Sources of air supply including engine bleed and ground cart;

12.6.2 Air Conditioning
Air conditioning systems;
Distribution systems;
Flow and temperature control systems;
Protection and warning devices.

12.7 Instruments/Avionic Systems (level 2)
12.7.1 Instrument Systems (ATA 31)
Pitot static system:altimeter, air speed indicator, vertical speed indicator;
Gyroscopic:artificial horizon, attitude director, direction indicator, horizontal situation indicator, turn and slip indicator, turn coordinator;
Compasses: direct reading, remote reading;
Vibration indicating systems — HUMS;
Glass Cockpit;
Other aircraft system indication.

12.7.2 Avionic Systems (level 1)
Fundamentals of system layouts and operation of:
Auto Flight (ATA 22);
Communications (ATA 23);
Navigation Systems (ATA 34).

12.8 Electrical Power (ATA 24) (level 3)
Batteries Installation and Operation;
DC power generation, AC power generation;
Emergency power generation;
Voltage regulation, Circuit protection.
Power distribution;
Inverters, transformers, rectifiers;
External/Ground power.

12.9 Equipment and Furnishings (ATA 25) (level 2)
(a) Emergency equipment requirements;
Seats, harnesses and belts;
Lifting systems.

(b) Emergency flotation systems;
Cabin lay-out, cargo retention;
Equipment lay-out;
Cabin Furnishing Installation.

12.10 Fire Protection (ATA 26) (level 3)
Fire and smoke detection and warning systems;
Fire extinguishing systems;
System tests.

12.11 Fuel Systems (ATA 28) (level 3)
System lay-out;
Fuel tanks;
Supply systems;
Dumping, venting and draining;
Cross-feed and transfer;
Indications and warnings;
Refuelling and defuelling.

12.12 Hydraulic Power (ATA 29) (level 3)
System lay-out;
Hydraulic fluids;
Hydraulic reservoirs and accumulators;
Pressure generation: electric, mechanical, pneumatic;
Emergency pressure generation;
Pressure Control;
Power distribution;
Indication and warning systems;
Interface with other systems.
Filters.

12.13 Ice and Rain Protection (ATA 30) (level 3)
Ice formation, classification and detection;
Anti-icing and de-icing systems: electrical, hot air and chemical;
Rain repellant and removal;
Probe and drain heating.
Wiper system.

12.14 Landing Gear (ATA 32) (level 3)
Construction, shock absorbing;
Extension and retraction systems: normal and emergency;
Indications and warning;
Wheels, tyres, brakes;
Steering;
Skids, floats.
Air ground sensing.

12.15 Lights (ATA 33) (level 3)
External: navigation, landing, taxiing, ice;
Internal: cabin, cockpit, cargo;
Emergency.

12.16 Pneumatic/Vacuum (ATA 36) (level 3)
System lay-out;
Sources: engine, compressors, reservoirs, ground supply;
Pressure control;
Distribution;
Indications and warnings;
Interfaces with other systems.

12.17 Integrated Modular Avionics (ATA42) (level 2)
Functions that may be typically integrated in the Integrated Modular Avionic (IMA) modules are, among others:
Bleed Management, Air Pressure Control, Air Ventilation and Control, Avionics and Cockpit Ventilation Control, Temperature Control, Air Traffic Communication, Avionics Communication Router, Electrical Load Management, Circuit Breaker Monitoring, Electrical System BITE, Fuel Management, Braking Control, Steering Control, Landing Gear Extension and Retraction, Tyre Pressure Indication, Oleo Pressure Indication, Brake Temperature Monitoring, etc
Core System;
Network Components

12.18 On Board Maintenance Systems (ATA45) (level 2)
Central Maintenance Computers;
Data loading systems;
Electronic library system; Printing;
Structure monitoring (damage tolerance monitoring)

12.19 Information Systems (ATA46) (level 2)
The units and components which furnish a means of storing, updating and retrieving digital information traditionally provide on paper, microfilm or microfiche. Includes units that are dedicated to the information storage and retrieval function such as the electronic library mass storage and controller. Does not include units or components installed for other uses and shared with other systems, such as flight deck printer or general use display
Typical example include Air Traffic and Information Management System and Network Server Systems
Aircraft General Information Systems;
Flight Deck Information System;
Maintenance Information System;
Passenger Cabin Information System;
Miscellaneous Information System;