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Perform aircraft weight and balance calculations as a result of modifications

Perform aircraft weight and balance calculations as a result of modifications

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA241
State Code
AUF26
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/02/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2015
Field of Education
031501 - Aerospace Engineering
Original Release Date
22/07/2015
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency requires application of mathematical formulae to calculate the weight and balance effect of components installed in fixed and rotary wing aircraft during modification incorporation and may involve individual activities or supervision of other personnel.The unit covers competencies required to progress from an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at Certificate IV to the granting of a B2 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence in the Avionics category under Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 66, in accordance with the licensing provisions in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide and the Companion Volume CASA Interface.The skills and knowledge covered by the units of competency listed in the MEA Aeroskills Training Package for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics or Mechanical as applicable) at Certificate IV are prerequisite to the attainment of the elements of competency specified in this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Calculate the weight and balance impact of a modification
  • 1.1 The requirement for aircraft weighing is determined
  • 1.2 The new empty weight of the aircraft is determined and it is ensured that the weight is within the predetermined limits set by the Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO)
  • 1.3 The new empty weight centre of gravity of the aircraft is calculated using the weight and moment arm data for a modification and it is ensured that the centre of gravity is within the predetermined limits set by the CAMO
  • 1.4 Maintenance records are updated with new figures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC012 MEA241C Perform aircraft weight and balance calculations as a result of modifications Unit of competency