Welcome to Part M: Maintenance Planning Essentials, an online course by Bostonair Technical Training, designed to provide aviation professionals with a solid foundation in EASA Part M requirements, focusing on effective maintenance planning and continuing airworthiness management.
Self Paced / 3.5hrs
Maintenance
Valid for: 24 Months
Multiple Choice Examination
English
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DesktopThis engaging and informative Part M: Maintenance Planning Essentials course provides aviation professionals with a foundational understanding of EASA Part M requirements relating to maintenance planning and continuing airworthiness. Designed and delivered by Bostonair Technical Training Ltd, this online course covers the essential tools, principles, and processes involved in effective aircraft maintenance planning in accordance with EASA regulations.
This course is ideal for individuals involved in maintenance planning, continuing airworthiness, or oversight functions. It is particularly relevant for:
✅Understand the principles of airworthiness and the purpose of EASA Part M
✅Interpret the relationship between Part M and Part 145 organisations
✅Recognise regulatory references, subparts, and maintenance programme structures
✅Apply MSG-1, MSG-2, and MSG-3 logic in planning processes
✅Understand the roles of competence, human factors, and training in maintenance environments
✅Manage contracts, sub-contracts, and associated records
✅Develop and evaluate aircraft maintenance programmes, including low utilisation and bridging checks
✅Apply record-keeping practices and compliance requirements (e.g., AMC M.A.301 and M.A.302)
✅Understand escalation and de-escalation of maintenance tasks
✅Navigate the reliability process and apply probability concepts
✅Address helicopter-specific maintenance planning considerations
✅Assess the impact of modifications, repairs, and structural corrosion prevention
✅Manage “off-wing” components and maintenance planning’s role in weight and balance
EASA Regulatory Framework and Airworthiness Principles
Part M and Part 145 Relationship
Competence, Human Factors, and Training
Contract and Subcontract Management
MSG-1/2/3 and MRB Process
Maintenance Programme and MPD Development
Continuing Airworthiness Tasks and Records
Escalation, Bridging Checks, Low Utilisation
Reliability and Data Analysis
Modifications, Repairs, FLS, and Off-Wing Management
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Topics Covered: Part 145 | Airworthiness | Planning | Quality | Compliance | SMS | Human factors
Topics Covered: SMS Principles | Risk Management | Safety Culture | Reporting | Assurance
Topics Covered: Regulations | Airworthiness | CAMO Roles | Compliance | SMS | Reporting | Certification
