Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 4:52 AM AWST
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Inspect, test, repair and re-cover aircraft fabric surfaces
Inspect, test, repair and re-cover aircraft fabric surfaces
Unit of competency
National Code
MEA409B
MEA409B
State Code
W8457
W8457
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2008
Field of Education
031503 - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Original Release Date
31/10/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
Inspection and/or testing of:
Drainage and water and dirt collection points
Deterioration of finishing scheme
Deterioration of fabric tensile strength
Damage to inspection panels and zips.
Repair of fabric surface:
By surface rejuvenation
By stitching
By unsewed doped-on repair
Correct application of finishing scheme
Recognition of requirement to re-balance fabric covered control surfaces after rejuvenation or repair of fabric covering
Re-covering of:
A fabric-covered surface and the correct application of the approved finishing scheme.
The work can relate to scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities.
Procedures and requirements refer to industry standards specified by manufacturers, regulatory authorities or the enterprise.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply hand skills, knowledge of fabric surfaces and maintenance publications to inspect, repair and re-cover aircraft fabric surfaces.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The underlying skills inherent in this unit should be transferable across a range of inspection and testing applications associated with maintenance of aircraft fabric surfaces. It is essential that the procedures take into account all aircraft and personal safety precautions, especially with regard to the use of finishing scheme materials.
Evidence of transferability of skills and knowledge related to inspection, testing, repair and re-covering of aircraft fabric surfaces is essential. This may be demonstrated through application across a range of aircraft fabric surfaces. Ability to interpret inspection, repair and re-covering procedures and specifications (allowable limits) and apply them in practice is critical. The application of the procedures should also clearly indicate knowledge of structural flight loads.
A person cannot be assessed as competent until it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the workplace assessor that the relevant elements of the Unit of Competency are being achieved under routine supervision on all item in each of Groups 1 to 3, as listed in the Range Statement. This shall be established via the records in the Log of Industrial Experience and Achievement or, where appropriate, an equivalent Industry Evidence Guide.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency should be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace using tools and equipment specified in maintenance documentation. It is also expected that general purpose tools and test equipment found in most routine situations would be used where appropriate.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply hand skills, knowledge of fabric surfaces and maintenance publications to inspect, repair and re-cover aircraft fabric surfaces.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The underlying skills inherent in this unit should be transferable across a range of inspection and testing applications associated with maintenance of aircraft fabric surfaces. It is essential that the procedures take into account all aircraft and personal safety precautions, especially with regard to the use of finishing scheme materials.
Evidence of transferability of skills and knowledge related to inspection, testing, repair and re-covering of aircraft fabric surfaces is essential. This may be demonstrated through application across a range of aircraft fabric surfaces. Ability to interpret inspection, repair and re-covering procedures and specifications (allowable limits) and apply them in practice is critical. The application of the procedures should also clearly indicate knowledge of structural flight loads.
A person cannot be assessed as competent until it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the workplace assessor that the relevant elements of the Unit of Competency are being achieved under routine supervision on all item in each of Groups 1 to 3, as listed in the Range Statement. This shall be established via the records in the Log of Industrial Experience and Achievement or, where appropriate, an equivalent Industry Evidence Guide.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency should be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace using tools and equipment specified in maintenance documentation. It is also expected that general purpose tools and test equipment found in most routine situations would be used where appropriate.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W1153 | MEA409A | Inspect, test, repair and re-cover aircraft fabric surfaces | Unit of competency |