1.    What is Aircraft Maintenance?

• In aviation terms, the word maintenance refers to the performance of tasks required to ensure the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft including any one or combination of overhaul, inspection, replacement, defect rectification and the embodiment of a modification or repair.
• Aircraft Maintenance relates to the aircraft equipment inspection, repair, modification, and overhaul. They need to ensure the quality and airworthiness of the aircraft are fit to fly. Aircraft Maintenance technicians and engineers are responsible for replacing worn or damaged components, testing engine operation, and detecting the malfunctions of the turbine engines.
• In terms of studies related, students need to acknowledge the skills, to inspect aircraft components and systems, diagnose aircraft-related problems and rectify these issues accordingly.

2. How to get a CAAM Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License

• An applicant must furnish evidence and demonstrate sufficient knowledge, experience, competence, and skill, per CAD 1801 current in force. Enrol in a CAAM Part-147 Maintenance Training Organisation (AMEC) and completed a basic training course by obtaining a certificate of recognition issued under the provision of CAD 1821 where both modules examination and practical assessment have been passed and completed.

3. What is CAAM Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License (AML)?

• The CAAM Part-66 AML is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia allowing the holder to issue a certificate of release to service upon completion of maintenance task performed on a Malaysian registered aircraft. The certificate of release to service shall be issued when the signatory is satisfied that the work has been properly carried out and accurately recorded, having due regard to the use of:
• Up-to-date instructions and approved airworthiness data
• Recommended tooling and test equipment.
• Working environment appropriate to the work being carried out.
• Malaysia AMLs are issued in accordance with the current standard of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) contained in Annex 1.

4.What license is required to be a professional Aircraft Maintenance in Malaysia?

• • The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) is the body of regulatory aviation in Malaysia. They issue a license for all categories of aircraft maintenance.
  • There are several categories under Licensed Aircraft Maintenance which include:
  • CATEGORY A1 – licensed aircraft maintenance Technician (Mechanical, Aeroplane Turbine)
  • CATEGORY B1.1 – licensed aircraft maintenance Engineer (Mechanical, Aeroplane Turbine)

                   *NOTE: CAT B1.1 holder automatically covers CAAM PART-66 CAT A1 certification privileges.

  • CAT A: Allows you to issue a certificate of release to service (CRS) following minor scheduled line maintenance and simple defect rectification with limited certification privileges.
  • CAT B1: This license covers CAT A certification privileges. Additionally, certify the fitness of aircraft following the maintenance of aircraft structure, engine, mechanical and electrical system. You have the authority to sign for aircraft that are fit to fly.

5. What is CAAM Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License (AML)?

• The CAAM Part-66 AML is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia allowing the holder to issue a certificate of release to service upon completion of maintenance task performed on a Malaysian registered aircraft. The certificate of release to service shall be issued when the signatory is satisfied that the work has been properly carried out and accurately recorded, having due regard to the use of:
• Up-to-date instructions and approved airworthiness data
• Recommended tooling and test equipment.
• Working environment appropriate to the work being carried out.
• Malaysia AMLs are issued in accordance with the current standard of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) contained in Annex 1.

6.What are the requirements for this programme?

• Education qualification of SPM/SPVM/O level or equivalent; credits in English
• At least 17 years of age, be able to read, understand and speak English fluently.
• No colour blindness, claustrophobia, and acrophobia

7.Eligibility of CAAM Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License (AML)

• An applicant for AML shall be at least 21 years of age.
• Passed the module examination required for the relevant license categories in accordance with the CAAM Part-66 exam module.

8.What are the subjects of an Aircraft Maintenance Programme?

• • The topics that you will come across talking the Aircraft Maintenance programme are as below:

  Module 1 – Mathematics

  Module 2 – Physics

  Module 3 – Electrical Fundamentals

  Module 4 – Electronic Fundamentals

  Module 5 – Digital technique/ Electronic Instrument Systems

  Module 6 – Materials & Hardware

  Module 7 – Maintenance Practices

  Module 8 – Basic Aerodynamics

  Module 9 – Human Factors

  Module 10 – Aviation Legislation

  Module 11A – Turbine Aeroplane, Aerodynamics, Structure & Systems

  Module 15 – Gas Turbine Engine

  Module 17 – Propeller

9.Why do you should study Aircraft Maintenance?

• • If you are intrigued with the aeroplane’s work and you are a practical hands-on person, then aircraft maintenance is the best future career for you. Let’s find out more about this:
  • You have a knack for fixing things.

  Enjoy dismantling and reassembling objects to improve the inner working of machines and give you a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment.

  • You are a hands-on person.

  Preferable working with machines rather than human beings whereas keen to solve problems with dirty hands.

  • You are a detailed-oriented person.

  able to detect minor changes that may lead to troubleshooting problems effectively. This can ensure optimum airworthiness as it affects the safety of passengers.

1. Do AMEC approved by CAAM to conduct CAAM Part-66 examinations?

• Yes, AMEC is authorised by the CAAM Part-66 examination on behalf of the CAAM (ATO/2020/01)

2.How can I apply for the CAAM Part-66 examination?

• *Note, please write your full name in the form. You may apply and return the completed form to our office or email it to exam@aeromalaysian.com

3.How much is the CAAM Part-66 Examination fee?

Re-sit examination fees for AMECs students:

• Essay: RM300
• MCQ: RM250

4. Can we reserve the examination slot?

• *Note that finance will email directly to you for the fees and payment after you submitted the application form.
• Due to a limited number of examination slots, we will prior to those who have submitted the application form and made the full payment to the finance.

5.When is the result expected to release?

• The result will be released within 2 weeks.

1.Financial aids assistant:

There are a few options for financial aids assistant that imply both license Aircraft Maintenance Engineer & Technician which include:

• • AFFIN Education Financing-i
  • KOJADI Education loan
  • EPF withdrawal

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