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Remote-Controlled Car Transformer

This amazing little roadster switches from sports car to dancing robot in a few seconds and it can even walk while in robot mode. The creator of this masterpiece is that Kenji Ishida has used as many as 22 servants to move her child. What we can see in the video is the eighth "release" of this project started about 4 years ago and the creator is expecting to make more over the next year. It is, in short, amazing..

The original video was posted a couple of days ago the Japanese video-sharing site NicoNico.

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Solar plane to make first cross-continent flight

 Bern:

 The world's largest solar-powered plane, Swiss-made Solar Impulse, will take its first-ever cross-continent flight in May or June.

The plane took its first international flight from Switzerland to Brussels May 13, 2011, and marked its second international flight to Paris in June last year.

Summer Engineering Internship Programmes

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore hosts summer internship programmes for engineering students from various educational institutions across the country. these programmes are supported by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

The selected students are paid a monthly stipend of Rs. 3000 during their period of work at the institute.

Earlier, most interns who take part in the programmes were undergraduates engineering students from various National and Indian Institution of Technology (IITS).

The internship programmes of IISc are free of cost and extend up to three months. Some popular departments of IISc that offer internship programmes are the Department of Aerospace Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Automation and Department of Electrical Engineering, to name a few. Last year, some department received more than ,000 applications each, of which they selected only a few students as interns.

Ten to fifty interns are taken by each department depending on their infrastructure availability. For further details, please visit http://www.aero.iisc.ernet.in/

One can also directly approach the different organizations mentioned above for details of any internship programmes being offered by them.

Similarly, the Aeronautical Society of India, Hyderabad can also guide one on the internship opportunities available for Aeronautical Engineering students.

For contact details and more information, please visit their website http://www.aesi-hyd.com/

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes Engineer of the Year is Irish Aeronautical Engineer

Dr Pio Fitzgerald, a University of Limerick aeronautical engineering graduate, has won the highest engineering accolade from Boeing, having been named Boeing Commercial Airplanes’ Engineer of the Year, aged just 34.

On 12 November, Fitzgerald attended the Dubai Air Show as one of four nominees for the Innovator of the Year award from Flightglobal.  Previous winners of this award include Richard Branson in 2009 and the aircraft manufacturer Embraer in 2010.

Hailing from Killarney, Co Kerry, Fitzgerald graduated from UL 1999 with a Bachelor of Engineering degree in aeronautical engineering.  As part of his degree, he undertook an eight-month co-operative education placement in 1997 with Boeing Commercial Airplanes, which formed the basis of his interest in his current speciality, flight-control laws. Following graduation from UL, Fitzgerald attained both a master's degree and a doctorate at Cranfield University in the UK.
Fitzgerald's breakthrough OAMS system for the Boeing 747-8F

In the spring of 2010, Boeing encountered a design crisis with the new 747-8F jumbo jet freighter aircraft, when "flutter tests" revealed a vibration in the jumbo freighter's wing.

Fitzgerald and his team made aerospace history when they developed the Outboard Aileron Modal Suppression (OAMS) system that dampened out the flutter on the Boeing 747-8F without necessitating any physical redesign of the aircraft. 

Fitzgerald's breakthrough system required an agreement on a "regulatory special condition" between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing.

Fitzgerald's ingenuity secured FAA certification and contributed to the delivery of Boeing's innovative jet in October.

In aerospace circles, his accomplishment has already been compared to the legendary Sutter Twist solution four decades ago, when a similar design crisis faced the original 747 passenger aircraft.

Speaking about the award, Fitzgerald today said he was "honoured and humbled to be named Boeing Commercial Airplanes Engineer of the Year". He also thanked UL for giving him the educational foundation to go on and progress his aeronautical career.

"The great education I received in aeronautical engineering at the University of Limerick provided me with the necessary skills to contribute at the highest levels in the commercial airplane industry. I owe a great deal of thanks to the faculty and staff of UL."

Prof Michael McCarthy, chair of Aeronautical Engineering at the Department of Mechanical, Aeronautical and Biomedical Engineering at UL, also spoke today about Fitzgerald's achievements.
'Mind-boggling achievement at such a young age' - UL professor

"These awards represent the highest honours an aerospace engineer could hope to achieve. Pio was a fabulous student, who we expected to do well. But to achieve this recognition is beyond anything we could have imagined. Boeing is such a prestigious company that every aerospace engineer in the world would love to work there. To even get into the organisation, let alone be named their top engineer, and at the tender age of 34, is mind boggling," said McCarthy.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes employs more than 70,000 people worldwide, including top aerospace engineers.

In 2010, Boeing had revenues of more than US$31bn, with more than 12,000 jetliners in service.

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Spain's First Unmanned Solar Plane

Students of Terrassa School of Industrial and Aeronautical Engineering (ETSEIAT) of the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya BarcelonaTech (UPC) have together designed Spain's first unmanned solar plane – the Solar Endeavour UPC, using a technology developed by them. 
 

The students, Joaquim Creus Prats, Josep Fernández Coll, Carles Felip Aragón, Marta Marimon Mateu, Arnau Pons Lorente, IgnacioPedrosa Lojo, and Xavier Serena Alòs formed the ETSEIAT Trencalòs team.

Solar cells are fixed on to the wings and tail of solar planes. The cells had to be adapted to fit onto the wing’s curved, aerodynamic surface. The monocrystalline silicon used for making solar cells is extremely fragile and tends to break. The cells are normally 0.2 mm thick and the Spanish team built a panel, which along with the protective coating had a total thickness less than 1 mm.

CATUAV provided remote control and telemetry systems, which included GPS navigation, flight-assistance instrumentation and a video camera that provided real-time data to the control station on the ground.

The Solar Endeavour UPC has a cruising speed of 58 km/h with a speed of 90 km/h. It weighs 11.3 kg and has a length of 1.8 m and a wingspan of 5 m. The plane has five batteries that have a capacity of 40 Ah and weigh 2.5 kg. The average motor consumption is 11 A. The motor has a maximum power of 500 W and a cruising motor power of 127 W.

The solar plane flew continuously for 5 h 48 min at the Sedis aero club located in Seu d'Urgell. The solar panels provide over 50% of the power required during peak sunlight hours, while the batteries can supply the power when there is no sunlight source.

• Solar planes enhance the capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV).

• They can fly over the desired areas for days together. 

• They can be used for scientific missions, communications in isolated areas, traffic control and prevention of forest fires. 

The ETSEIAT Trencalòs project demonstrates the potential of solar planes for civilian applications.

By Cameron Chai
Source: http://www.upc.edu/

Diploma in Aviation Management
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), for their innovative unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)

A aero students of Manipal Institute of Technology (AeroMIT) made India proud after it received good reviews from engineers of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), for their innovative unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) at the international student design competition held in Georgia, USA.

"Our design 'AeroMIT' received critical appreciation from NASA's next-generation transport engineers for its systems engineering report. We were one among the top five teams," said Ibrahim Khaleel, a third-year aeronautical student who was part of the AeroMIT-UAV project.

Overall, 75 teams from across the globe took part in the competition. The team from Manipal secured the 13th place in oral presentation and 15th in design. Overall, they came in 29th and received a certificate of completion from the NASA.

The team was successful in turning a mere concept into reality at the AeroDesign competition, which was celebrating its silver jubilee this year. The competition features three classes: Regular, Micro and Advanced. The team entered the Regular, where the objective was to carry maximum payload.

The AeroMIT team started on a high note with successful test flights at Cobb County Radio Control Modeler's Club at Marietta. The plane was evaluated by judges from NASA and aircraft manufacturers, Lockheed Martin, Gulfstream, and Dassault Systems.

The project was sponsored by Aditya Birla Group and Anu Projects Consultants and Engineers. They sponsored Rs2.5 lakh and Rs1 lakh, respectively.

The team comprised group leader Parth Khare, Shekhar Jha, Samdarshi, Karan Bhise, Ibrahim Kaleel, Kumar Mrityunjay, Katayan Sinha, and Arun Kumar. 
Students Sheikh Adil Anwar, Pratik Mukherjee, and Akash Budhia looked into the management aspect.
Faculty Advisors: Dr Ramamohan Pai and Manikandan M, department of aeronautical and automobile.

The team is working towards participating in SAE AeroDesign West 2012, which will be held in California from March 16 to 18.

Below are the sample resume for Aircraft Maintenance Engineering / Aircraft Technician



Summary of Objectives:To gain a challenging and responsible position as an aircraft maintenance engineer in an established organization where my professional experience will have valuable application towards proper maintenance of aviation systems.

Core Competencies:
    In-depth knowledge of aircraft components and maintenance procedures
    Comprehensive knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical surface controls and heating and cooling systems
    In-depth knowledge of the theory, application and operation of aircraft
    Familiar with the Federal Aviation Administration rules and regulations
    Excellent analytical, managerial, communication, and problem solving skills
    Ability to work in group and perform multiple tasks simultaneously

Professional Experience:
Organization: Boeing Aviation, Florida
Duration: June 2005 till date
Designation: Maintenance Engineer-Aircraft

    Inspect, test, repair and install aircraft hydro mechanical and flight system components and aircraft engines, subassemblies and its components
    Responsible for repairing, troubleshooting, inspecting and upgrading aircrafts
    Perform preventative maintenance by inspecting aircraft engines, instruments, landing gear, pressurized sections, brakes and other parts of the aircraft
    Handle responsibilities of pre-flight engine evaluations as well as maintain engine accessories and auxiliary motors
    Responsible for testing engine operation by using testing equipment like ignition analyzer, distributor timer, compression checker and ammeter to locate source of malfunction
    Perform all other maintenance work as required

Organization: Fisher Aviation Services, Florida
Duration: April 2001 to May 2004
Designation: Maintenance Engineer- Aircraft

    Responsible for the technical and mechanical maintenance Aircraft System and associated ground support equipment
    Plan, coordinate, direct, and perform engineering assignments involving specifications for, and design changes to aircraft, engines, systems, and components
    Handle the tasks of analyzing and evaluating aircraft and associated equipment proposals
    Responsible for preparing technical data, procedures, drawings, reports, manuals, and other required publications
    Evaluate operating data on components, parts and systems to establish causes and determine remedies for wear, malfunctions, or premature removals
    Investigate and analyze project requirements and operating problems as well as develop solutions to meet safety guidelines

Educational Summary:
Achieved Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering
- University of Florida in the year 2000

Personal Information:
Name: Martin HOLLOWAY
Date of Birth: 23.05.1974
Employment Status: Full time
Relationship status: Married

Reference:
Will be furnished upon request

Aviation Jobs: Maintenance Engineering Jobs

This is an exceptional opportunity for those who want to pursue a career in Aircraft Maintenance and are interested in relocating to Srilanka. Join our Engineering Division and be a part of the professional organization which has been awarded the prestigious EASA 145 and EASA 147 certification.

Engineering Instructors
As an Engineering Instructor you will be involved in developing, knowledge, skills and attitudes of  Engineering and Maintenance and Flight Operations personnel, conducting CASA approved basic and type veining in accordance with EASA part 66.
The applicants should: Have successfully completed an instructional techniques at a recognized institution.
Have a minimum of five years experience in Civil Aviation maintenance with at least two years instructional experience conducting EASA part66 basic modules relevant to B2 category.
Have a thorough knowledge in EAGA part 147 EASA Part 66 requirement.
Be able to work in a fully computerized environment.

Instructional type approval and experience on A320 family, A310 with Trent Engine, A340 with an advantage.

Licensed Aircraft Engineers
Your maim responsibilities will include. but not limited to
• Carrying out Aircraft Maintenance work to achieve high quality standards and productivity levels to satisfy company and regulatory authority requirements.
• Contributing towards achieving a high level of aircraft dispatch reliability.
• Raising heavy maintenance service release certificates and specialized inspection release documents.

The applicants should: • Have a Current and valid Sn Lanka Civil Aviation Authority Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in A&C categories or E,I & R categories or possess EASA part 66 B1 or B2 license.

For complete information please visit Srilankan Airline Careers

British Airways Engineering Apprenticeship
Engineering Technical Apprenticeship
Qualities, Training, Eligibility and Selection   

Qualities
The Engineering department prides itself on its adherence to local, departmental and regulatory procedures. Aligned to this we require individuals with a high level of analytical ability, an enquiring mind, a willingness to take the initiative and a proactive approach to responsibilities as well as the ability to work as part of a team. Alongside this we require individuals that are competent at working with their hands and have an eye for detail.

Training and Career Development
The Engineering teams that maintain and overhaul our fleet of aircraft are predominantly centred at Heathrow but we have further bases at Gatwick, Glasgow, South Wales and at a number of line stations around the world. We have approximately 3200 staff in the production arena

We've designed this apprenticeship with one thing in mind: you. It's structured so that you work with a broad cross-section of our Engineering production teams and gain a true understanding of what we all do and how we do it, from fitting a new filament (light bulb) to repairing a water and waste system (toilet) to changing and testing a £15m powerplant (engine), to deliver a truly world class service to our operation. That way, once you've completed all of your placements, you'll be more informed and will be directly involved in the decision as to where your final placement, and as such the start of the next step on your career ladder, will be.

The placements will cover time in the following areas;
 Aircraft Maintenance
    London’s engineering team of 2200 highly skilled engineers maintains the Heathrow and Gatwick-based BA fleet across 30 hangar bays between Terminal 5 and the BA Engineering East Base. Focused on delivery, safety and reliability, they undertake all aspects of on-wing aircraft maintenance, including:

    ▪ Ramp maintenance at Terminal 5
    ▪ Larger defect rectification and structural repairs at our rapid response casualty unit
    ▪ Routine minor and major maintenance at our base hangars
    Component Overhaul    Situated across two sites, one in Hayes, and the other at Heathrow, British Airways component engineering (BACE) provides competitive mechanical/composite component overhaul, repair and testing. In addition, BACE provides a specialist on wing repair service to minimise total product costs and maximise aircraft availability.

Eligibility
The entry requirements for this apprenticeship are 4 GCSE’s at grades A to C including Maths, English and Science plus 1 other and you must also have the right to live and work in the UK.

Selection Process
Candidates should apply for this apprenticeship via the colleges using the details below.
www.brooklands.ac.uk    Telephone: 01932 797700
www.farn-ct.ac.uk     Telephone: 01252 405555
www.kingston-college.ac.uk     Telephone: 0208 546 2151
www.uxbridge.ac.uk    Telephone: 01895 475261

The selection process will take the form of assessment tests and an interview.

Smart phones fly mini drones

An iPhone doesn’t look all that threatening at first glance. But connect it to a military drone, and all of a sudden that could be one dangerous little smartphone.

Researchers from Boeing and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed an app that allows iPhone users to fly unmanned aircraft using fairly simple finger movements. According to the group’s website, the technology could soon be used to allow military officials to remotely control UAVs in combat and intelligence-gathering missions.

Smartphones have been used to fly drones before, but never from such remote distances. In the video demonstration below, Boeing engineer George Windsor sends the unmanned contraption buzzing around the MIT baseball field in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Windsor, meanwhile, is sitting in a Boeing building in Seattle, Washington—some 3,000 miles away.


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Engineers make Films - The Invisible Fish

A bunch of engineers, who have passed out of the Institute of Aeronautical Engineering, have a hobby that has nothing to do with aeronautics. They make films. In fact, the alumni has made 30 films in the last five years. Pondfreaks Entertainment, as the group calls itself, has directors, actors, a screenplay writer, editors and a graphic designer. Lately, the group has been making waves on the Internet with its 20-minute short film The Invisible Fish.

Some kids who loved films started the club. Their first film was a 20-minute thriller called Highway, which was terrible. Karthik, one of the team members, says candidly, “We got very bad comments from friends and anyone who saw it. The quality of the video camera was really bad, the editing was not well done and it was miscast.” But a film or two later, they made one more thriller Alive. It went on to win awards at a college film festival and since then, there has been no looking back. They experimented with themes of horror, friendship, love, Naxalism, gang feuds, cops, illusion and many more. They’ve shot in Goa, Coastal India, Hyderabad and even their homes.

While the learning process was gradual, books and watching films helped the most. They watched the top 250 movies of the IMBD list. Ajay, the member who handles visual effects and graphics on the team, says, “Thankfully, our faculty and parents were very supportive and encouraging. They gifted us books which became a tool of learning.”

Maintenance & Engineering Management
Description:
Understand the purpose of Maintenance Schedule or Programs and its added value to enhance the operational safety of an airline.
Course details
Available as: Classroom & In-Company course
Duration: 5 days (40 hours)
Recommended level: Professional and Management
Prerequisites: Participants should have basic knowledge of Aviation Maintenance and Engineering
What you will learn
Upon completing this course you will have the skills to:
    Identify the requirements of maintenance to hold an AOC (Air Operator Certificate)
    Meet regulators requirements
    Develop and implement maintenance schedules and its added value to enhance the operational safety of an airline
    Appreciate the importance of production Planning and Control in a maintenance environment
    Understand the requirements of a Maintenance Procedures Manual

Who should attend
This course is recommended for:
    Maintenance and engineering department leads
    Maintenance and repair organization management personnel
    Maintenance and repair service providers
    Supply chain managers

Content Overview
Key topics
    Aircraft Maintenance Programs
    Aircraft Maintenance Management
    Inventory Control
    Planning
    Human Factor in Maintenance

Certificate awarded
An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.

Beijing, China                  December 05 - December 09, 2011
Delhi, India                      July 09 - July 13, 2012
Singapore                         July 16 - July 20, 2012
Geneva, Switzerland        July 23 - July 27, 2012
Miami, USA                    August 20 - August 24, 2012

Embry-Riddle is strong in Astronautical/Aerospace Engineering Domain

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University retained its rank as the best aerospace engineering program in the nation for the 12th straight year while Stetson University in DeLand remained one of the South's top regional universities, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Daytona Beach campus placed No. 1 in the category of "Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical" for engineering schools with bachelor and master's degrees.

Embry-Riddle's main Daytona Beach campus continued leading the way in the nation for best undergraduate engineering programs in the category of "aerospace/aeronautical/astronautical" for schools with bachelor or master degrees. The campus in Prescott, Ariz., ranked third -- similar to last year.

Embry-Riddle's Daytona Beach campus tied for 11th for "Best in Undergraduate Engineering," similar to last year. The Prescott campus tied for 16th.

Robert Morse, director of data research for U.S. News & World Report, said Embry-Riddle "is strong in aerospace and the rankings continue to validate that."

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 List of MRO companies in Singapore
Aircraft and Engine MRO companies in Singapore
Aerospace Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) companies and organizations in Singapore. Nature of Work Service offerings are:

     Aerospace Component Engineering Services
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance, Repair services

      1. Airfoil Technologies International 
Nature of Work: Repair services,  Engine & APU maintenance

    2. Asian Surface Technologies Pte Ltd 
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance, Component / systems maintenance, Repair services

     3. Aviation & Electronics Support Pte Ltd 
   Nature of Work: Avionics maintenance

      4. Avio Aviation (AsPac) 
 Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

      5. Composite Technology International (CTI)
Nature of Work: Repair services

      6. Combustor Airmotive Services Pte Ltd 
 Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance, Component / systems maintenance

      7. Derco Aerospace Pte Ltd 
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance

     8. Eagle Services Asia
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

      9. Eurocopter South East Asia (ESEA)
 Nature of Work: Airframe maintenance (incl. Line Maintenance)

      10. GE Aviation Service Operation 
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

    11.  GE Aviation Services ATI 
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

    12.  Goodrich Aerostructures Singapore
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance

    13.  Goodrich Aircraft Wheels & Brakes
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance

     14. Hamilton Sundstrand Pacific Aerospace 
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance,  Repair services

     15. Honeywell Aerospace
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance, Avionics maintenance

     16. IECO - International Engine Component Overhaul
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance, Engine & APU maintenance

    17.  Jet Aviation - Singapore
Nature of Work: Airframe maintenance (incl. Line Maintenance)
     18. Meggitt Aerospace Asia Pacific 
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance, Repair services, Aircraft interiors MRO

    19.  Messier Services Asia 
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance, Repair services

    20.  NORDAM Singapore
 Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance, Repair service

21. PFS - Pacific Flight Services
Nature of Work: Airframe maintenance (incl. Line Maintenance)

 22.  Pratt & Whitney Canada (SEA) Pte Ltd
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

23. Rockwell Collins SEA
Nature of Work: Avionics maintenance

    24.  Sabena technics - Asia
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

25. SIA Engineering Company
Nature of Work:Airframe maintenance (incl. Line Maintenance), Engine & APU maintenance, Component / systems maintenance, Avionics maintenance, Repair services, Aircraft interiors MRO

    26.  Singapore Aero Engine Services - SAESL 
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

    27.  Singapore JAMCO Pte Ltd 
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

    28.  S-PRO - Singapore Precision Repair & Overhaul 
Nature of Work: Aircraft modification; pax to freight conversion; winglet installation

    29.  ST Aerospace
 Nature of Work: Airframe maintenance (incl. Line Maintenance), Engine & APU maintenance, Component / systems maintenance, Avionics maintenance, Repair services, Aircraft interiors MRO, Aircraft modification; pax to freight conversion; winglet installation, Helicopter MRO, Business / corporate aircraft MRO / FBO

   30. STA Engineering - ST Aerospace Engineering
Nature of Work: Airframe maintenance (incl. Line Maintenance)

31.  STA Engines - ST Aerospace Engines
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

   32.   STA Services - ST Aerospace Services 
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance

   33.   STA Systems - ST Aerospace Systems
Nature of Work: Component / systems maintenance,  Avionics maintenance

    34.  StandardAero PTE
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

    35.  Turbine Coating Services (TCS) 
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

    36.  Turbine Overhaul Services (TOS)
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

    37.  Windsor Airmotive Asia Pte Ltd
Nature of Work: Engine & APU maintenance

List of MRO companies in UAE 

 PART-66 /JAR-66.A.30 Experience Requirements

(a) An applicant for an PART-66 /JAR-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence shall have acquired:

1. for PART-66 category A and subcategories B1.2 and B1.4:

    three years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft, if the applicant has no previous relevant technical training; or
    two years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft and completion of training considered relevant by the competent authority as a skilled worker, in a technical trade; or
    one year of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft and completion of a Part-147 approved basic training course.

2. for PART-66 category B2 and subcategories B1.1 and B1.3:
    five years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft if the applicant has no previous relevant technical training; or
    three years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft and completion of training considered relevant by the competent authority as a skilled worker, in a technical trade; or
    two years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft and completion of a Part -147 approved basic training course.

3. for PART-66 category C with respect to large aircraft:

    three years of experience exercising category B1.1, B1.3 or B2 privileges on large aircraft or as Part-145 B1.1, B1.3 or B2 support staff, or, a combination of both; or
    five years of experience exercising category B1.2 or B1.4 privileges on large aircraft or as Part-145 B1.2 or B1.4 support staff, or a combination of both; or

        4. for category C with respect to non large aircraft:

three years of experience exercising category B1 or B.2 privileges on non large aircraft or as Part-145 B1 or B.2 support staff, or a combination of both; or

        5. for category C obtained through the academic route:

an applicant holding an academic degree in a technical discipline, from a university or other higher educational institution recognized by the competent authority, three years of experience working in a civil aircraft maintenance environment on a representative selection of tasks directly associated with aircraft maintenance including six months of observation of base maintenance tasks.

(b)    An applicant for an extension to an PART-66 /JAR-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence shall have a minimum civil aircraft maintenance experience requirement appropriate to the additional category or subcategory of Licence applied for as defined in Appendix IV to this Part.

(c)    For category A, B1 and B2 the experience must be practical which means being involved with a representative cross section of maintenance tasks on aircraft.

(d)    For all applicants, at least one year of the required experience must be recent maintenance experience on aircraft of the category/subcategory for which the initial PART-66 /JAR-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence is sought. For subsequent category/subcategory additions to an existing PART-66 /JAR-66 Aircraft Maintenance License, the additional recent maintenance experience required may be less than one year, but must be at least three months. The required experience must be dependent upon the difference between the Licence category/subcategory held and applied for. Such additional experience must be typical of the new Licence category/subcategory sought.

(e)    Notwithstanding paragraph (a), aircraft maintenance experience gained outside a civil aircraft maintenance environment shall be accepted when such maintenance is equivalent to that required by this Part as established by the competent authority. Additional experience of civil aircraft maintenance shall, however, be required to ensure understanding of the civil aircraft maintenance environment.

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New Zealand LAMEs - Getting Your Licence Recognised in Australia

Australia and New Zealand have agreed to recognise each other's Aviation Maintenance Engineer Licences (AMEL) under the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act (TTMRA).

Under the TTMRA, Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) requires an Australian AMEL to be issued. Before that can occur, New Zealand AME holders are required to satisfy all requirements for registration. That includes passing the Australian Airworthiness Administration (AA) examination.

Due to differences between the New Zealand and Australian AME licence rating groups and privileges, certain New Zealand AME ratings may be limited when translated into Australian ratings and different from the group rating normally issued.

Information for New Zealand LAMEs planning to work in Australia can be found on the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) web site or by contacting CASA's Maintenance Personnel Standards Section. We suggest you look at the web site first.
CASA information

    CASA TTMRA information for LAMEs
   

You must be at least 21 years of age, have at least 4 years experience in maintenance of aircraft or aircraft component maintenance. You must also have at least 2 years experience in the use of class license. One is classified as a body (AF), engine (English) or electrical, instrument and radio (EI & R).

The best place to gain experience through employment with the airline, defense, or general aviation.
You should also know how to read, write and understand English language, English is recognized worldwide as the standard language of aviation, there is no disability that may affect your ability to perform his duties.

You must complete a CASA endorsed training course on the aircraft type that the licence is for. (eg. Boeing 747, Cessna 120, and Bell 47). This is commonly known as aircraft type training.

Prior to completion of training aircraft type you should have all the basic requirements of knowledge for the license rating. Basic knowledge related to things such as aircraft systems, structures and theory of flight.
Basic knowledge is proved by either passing all of the appropriate CASA core and specific group examinations (known as the Basic), or completion of formal training in a recognized institution (according to CASA AME licensing section).
You must also have completed the Basic Airworthiness Authority examination (AA) within 24 months of the license is issued.

You must demonstrate practical experience to the CASA aircraft type that the license is requested on. This practical experience may be in the form of "Schedule Experience" (SOE), which is a log of tasks performed on aircraft and signed by LAME, which are certified for the task, or at the end of Log Industrial Experience and achievement in other work that is related to the rating sought .

Once these conditions have been met you can apply for CASA, CASA, and if CASA are satisfied with your knowledge and experience they should issue you with an AME Licence.

Detailed information “Engineer Career Guide” found on the CASA website
www.casa.gov.au/ame/guide/careerguide.pdf
The sources of information on this subject were sourced from:
Civil Aviation Regulation CAR 31
Airworthiness Advisory Circular AAC Part 9 AME Licensing
AME Licensing Procedures Manual

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