AMC 145.B.10(3) CAA – Qualification and training    

CAA ORS9 Decision No. 1

1. CAA surveyors should have:

1.1. practical experience and expertise in the application of aviation safety standards and safe operating practices;

1.2. comprehensive knowledge of:

(a) relevant parts of implementing rules, certification specifications and guidance material;

(b) the CAA’s procedures;

(c) the rights and obligations of a surveyor;

(d) quality systems;

(e) continuing airworthiness management;

(f) operational procedures when affecting the continuing airworthiness management of the aircraft or the maintenance.

1.3. training on auditing techniques.

1.4. five years relevant work experience to be allowed to work as a surveyor independently. This may include experience gained during training to obtain the 1.5 qualification.

1.5. a relevant engineering degree or an aircraft maintenance technician qualification with additional education. ‘relevant engineering degree’ means an engineering degree from aeronautical, mechanical, electrical, electronic, avionic or other studies relevant to the maintenance and continuing airworthiness of aircraft/aircraft components.

1.6. knowledge of maintenance standards, including Fuel Tank Safety (FTS) training as described in Appendix IV to AMC 145.A.30(e) and 145.B.10(3).

2. In addition to technical competency, surveyors should have a high degree of integrity, be impartial in carrying out their tasks, be tactful, and have a good understanding of human nature.

3. A programme for continuation training should be developed ensuring that the surveyors remain competent to perform their allocated tasks.