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Inspect and maintain structures and related components of non-pressurised small aircraft

Inspect and maintain structures and related components of non-pressurised small aircraft

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA369
State Code
AUE16
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/08/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2015
Field of Education
031503 - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Original Release Date
22/07/2015
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency requires application of procedures and techniques associated with the inspection and maintenance of non-pressurised small aircraft structures during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance, including special inspections required after events, such as heavy landings, overstress or flight through heavy turbulence. The unit also covers the performance of a limited range of minor metal and composite repairs that are classified as elementary maintenance. Also required is an application of procedures and techniques associated with the removal and installation of related structural and non-structural components, including items such as internal trim, seats and emergency equipment. Work may be performed individually or as part of a team.The unit is part of the Aeroskills Mechatronics Certificates III and IV small aircraft maintenance training pathways. Where a Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) licensing outcome is sought this unit forms part of the CASA requirement for the granting of the chosen maintenance certification licence under Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 66, in accordance with the licensing provisions in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Inspect aircraft structure
  • 1.1 Relevant maintenance documentation is used to identify specific inspection requirements
  • 1.2 Appropriate preparation and access to the aircraft structure is undertaken to allow for proper inspection in accordance with maintenance documentation
  • 1.3 Aircraft structure is visually or physically checked for signs of deformation defects or damage in accordance with maintenance documentation and approved procedures while observing all relevant work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including the use of material safety data sheets (MSDS) and items of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 1.4 Damage or defects are assessed against damage or wear limits specified by structural repair manual or other approved data to determine if repair or replacement is required
  • 1.5 Maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
2. Maintain aircraft structure
  • 2.1 Minor repairs classified as elementary maintenance are performed in accordance with approved repair methods ensuring that aircraft standard practices are used and process requirements are carried out while observing all relevant WHS requirements, including the use of MSDS and items of PPE
  • 2.2 Preventative maintenance techniques are employed to preserve the integrity of aircraft structure
  • 2.3 Work area is cleaned of all waste material or contaminants
  • 2.4 Required maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
3. Remove components
  • 3.1 Structure is supported and prepared in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual to ensure personnel safety and freedom from damage to aircraft or component during component removal
  • 3.2 Component removal is carried out in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual while observing all relevant WHS requirements, including the use of MSDS and items of PPE
  • 3.3 Required maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
  • 3.4 Where applicable, removed components are tagged and prepared for transport in accordance with specified procedures
4. Install components
  • 4.1 Structural and/or non-structural components to be installed are checked to confirm correct part numbers, serviceability and modification status
  • 4.2 Component installation is carried out in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual while observing all relevant WHS requirements, including the use of MSDS and items of PPE
  • 4.3 Support/safety equipment is removed at an appropriate time to ensure personnel safety and freedom from structural damage
  • 4.4 Required maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
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