Draft CAR ML - Continuing Airworthiness Requirements.

CAR-ML DRAFT CAR-ML CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS CAR-ML Issue 1 December 2023 1CAR-ML DRAFT CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS Index Description Page No.

CAR ML Foreword Record of revision GENERAL ML.1 General ML.2 Objective ML.3 Entry Into Force

SECTION A TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS SUBPART A GENERAL ML.A.101 Scope Subpart B ACCOUNTABILITY ML.A.201 R esponsibilities GM1 ML.A.201 Responsibilities GM 1 ML.A.201(e) Responsibilities GM ML.A.201(f) Responsibilities GM ML.A.201(h) Responsibilities ML.A.202 Occurrence Reporting AMC ML.A.202 Occurrence Reporting Subpart C CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS TASKs ML.A.301 Continuing Airworthiness Tasks GM 1 ML.A.301 (f) Continuing Airworthiness Tasks ML.A.302 Aircraft Maintenance Programme AMC1 ML.A.302 Aircraft Maintenance Programme AMC1 ML.A.302 (c)(9) Aircraft Maintenance Programme AMC2 ML.A.302 Aircraft Maintenance Programme GM1 ML.A.302 Aircraft Maintenance Programme GM2 ML.A.302 Aircraft Maintenance Programme AMC1 ML.A.302 (c) Aircraft Maintenance Programme GM1 ML.A.302 (c)(2)(b) Aircraft Maintenance Programme GM2 ML.A.302 (c)(3) Aircraft Maintenance Programme GM1 ML.A.302 (c)(4) Aircraft Maintenance Programme Issue 1 December 2023 2CAR-ML DRAFT AMC1 ML.A.302 (d) Aircraft Maintenance Programme GM1 ML.A.302 (d)(2) Aircraft Maintenance Programme GM1 ML.A.302 (d)(2)(d) Aircraft Maintenance Programme ML.A.303 Airworthiness Directives ML.A.304 Data for Modifications and Repairs ML.A.305 Aircraft Continuing Airworthiness Record System AMC1 ML.A.305 Aircraft Continuing Airworthiness Record System ML.A.306 Reserved ML.A.307 Transfer of Aircraft Continuing Airworthiness Records Subpart D MAINTENANCE STANDARDS ML.A.401 Maintenance Data GM1 ML.A.401(b) Maintenance Data ML.A.402 Performance of Maintenance AMC1 ML.A.402 Performance of Maintenance AMC1 ML.A.402(b) (7) Performance of Maintenance AMC1 ML.A.402(b) (8) Performance of Maintenance AMC2 ML.A.402(b) (8) Performance of Maintenance ML.A.403 Aircraft defects AMC1 ML.A.403 Aircraft defects GM1 ML.A.403 Aircraft defects AMC1 ML.A.403 (d) Aircraft defects Subpart E COMPONENTS ML.A.501 Classification and installation AMC1 ML.A.501 (a) (ii) Classification and installation AMC1 ML.A.501 (e) Classification and installation ML.A.502 Component maintenance GM1 ML.A.502 Component maintenance ML.A.503 Service Life Limited Components ML.A.504 Control of Unserviceable Components Subpart H CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE TO SERVICE – CRS ML.A.801 Aircraft Certificate of Release to Service AMC1 ML.A.801 - Reserved AMC1 ML.A.801 (e) Aircraft Certificate of Release to Service AMC ML.A.801 (f) Aircraft Certificate of Release to Issue 1 December 2023 3CAR-ML DRAFT Service ML.A.802 Component Certificate of Release to Service ML.A.803 Pilot-Owner Authorization AMC1 ML.A.803 Pilot-Owner Authorization Subpart I AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW CERTIFICATE ML.A.901 Aircraft Airworthiness Review GM1 ML.A.901 Aircraft Airworthiness Review ML.A.902 Validity of the Airworthiness Review Certificate ML.A.903 Reserved AMC ML.A.903 (h) Reserved ML.A.904 Reserved GM1 ML.A.904 (c) (d) Reserved ML.A.905 Reserved ML.A.906 Airworthiness Review of Aircraft Imported into India ML.A.907 Findings APPENDICES to CAR ML Appendix I Continuing airworthiness management contract.

Appendix II Limited Pilot-Owner Maintenance AMC1 to Appendix II to CAR-ML Appendix III Complex Maintenance Tasks Appendix Airworthiness Review Certificate- CA Form 15 (c) IV Issue 1 December 2023 4CAR-ML DRAFT CAR- ML FOREWORD

Rule 50A of the Aircraft Rules 1937 stipulates the conditions necessary for a Certificate of Airworthiness to remaining in force i.e. to keep the aircraft in a state of continued airworthiness. This is ensured by issuing certificates of Airworthiness to an aircraft and subjecting the aircraft to annual airworthiness review certificates (ARC).

CAR-145 and CAR-M contains regulations related to maintenance and continuing airworthiness management of certain aircraft. In the interest of proportionality, it is necessary to adapt regulations by introducing simplified requirements corresponding to the lower risks associated with light aircraft in general aviation, which is not listed in the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) / Non-Scheduled Operator Permit (NSOP) of an air operator. To that end, a new set of requirements ensuring the airworthiness of such aircraft should be introduced. Those requirements should be less stringent than the current requirements in aircraft maintenance programmes, and deferment of defects. Such maintenance requirements will be applicable to other than complex motor-powered aircraft, the owner of such aircraft may contract maintenance tasks to maintenance organisation approved in accordance with CAR-145 or Subpart F of CAR-M or CAR-CAO.

This CAR-ML establishes the common technical standards and guidelines for continuing airworthiness management of aircraft and components for installation on aircraft, where such aircraft are not classified as complex motor-powered aircraft and are not listed in the air operator certificate (AOC) / Non-Schedule operator Permit (NSOP) of an air operator.

This CAR is harmonised with EASA Part-ML requirements and is issued under the provisions of Rule 133A of the Aircraft Rules 1937.

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(a) CAR-ML is applicable to the following other than complex motor-powered aircraft not listed in the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) / Non-Scheduled Operator Permit (NSOP)

of an air operator:

1) aeroplanes of 2 730 kg maximum take-off mass (MTOM) or less;

2) rotorcraft of 1 200 kg MTOM or less, certified for a maximum of up to 4 occupants;

3) other Category 2 “Light Aircraft”

(b) For the purpose of this CAR, the competent authority shall be DGCA.

(c) For the purpose of this CAR, the following definitions shall apply:

(1) 'independent certifying staff' means certifying staff who does not work on behalf of an approved maintenance organisation and who complies with, alternatively the requirements of CAR-66.

(2) 'maintenance organisation' means an organisation holding an approval issued in accordance with, alternatively :

(i) Subpart F of CAR-M;

(ii) Section A of CAR-145;

(iii) Section A of CAR-CAO.

(3) 'owner' means the person responsible for the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft, including, alternatively:

(i) the registered owner of the aircraft; or

(ii) the lessee in the case of a leasing contract; or

(iii) the operator

(4) “maintenance check flight (MCF)” means a flight carried out to provide reassurance of the aircraft’s performance or to establish the correct functioning of a system or

equipment that cannot be fully established during ground checks:

(a) as required by the aircraft maintenance manual (AMM) or any other maintenance data issued by a design approval holder being responsible for the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft; or

(b) after maintenance, as required by the operator or proposed by the continuing airworthiness management organisation; or c) as requested by the maintenance organisation for verification of a successful defect rectification; or d) to assist with fault isolation or troubleshooting.’ Issue 1 December 2023 7CAR-ML DRAFT

(5) For the purpose of this CAR Category 1 “Light Aircraft” means the following aircrafts i an aeroplane, sailplane or powered sailplane with a Maximum Take-off Mass

(MTOM) less than 1200 kg that is not classified as complex motor-powered aircraft; ii a balloon with a maximum design lifting gas or hot air volume of not more than 3400 m3 for hot air balloons, 1050 m3 for gas balloons, 300 m3 for tethered gas balloons;

iii an airship designed for not more than four occupants and a maximum design lifting gas or hot air volume of not more than 3 400 m3 for hot air airships and 1000 m3 for gas airships

(6) For the purpose of this CAR Category 2 “Light Aircraft means the following aircraft

(i) an aeroplane with a Maximum Take-off Mass (MTOM) of 2 000 kg or less that is not classified as complex motor-powered aircraft;

(ii) a sailplane or powered sailplane of 2 000 kg MTOM or less;

(iii) a balloon;

(iv) a hot air ship;

(v) a gas airship complying with all of the following characteristics: — 3 % maximum static heaviness, — non-vectored thrust (except reverse thrust), — conventional and simple design of structure, control system and ballonet system, and — non-power assisted controls;

(vi) a very light rotorcraft.

ML.2 Objective This CAR establishes common technical requirements and administrative procedures for ensuring the continuing airworthiness of aircraft as detailed in ML-1, including any component for installation thereto, which are:

(a) Registered in India; or

(b) Registered in a foreign country and used by an Indian operator for which India ensures oversight of operations.

ML.3 Entry into Force This CAR entered into force with effect from _________.

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SECTION A TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS SUBPART A GENERAL ML.A.101 Scope This Section establishes the measures to be taken in order to ensure that the aircraft is airworthy. It also specifies the conditions to be met by the persons or organisations involved in the activities related to the airworthiness of the aircraft.

Issue 1 December 2023 9CAR-ML DRAFT SUBPART B ACCOUNTABILITY ML.A.201 Responsibilities

(a) The owner of the aircraft shall be responsible for the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft and shall ensure that no flight takes place unless all of the following

requirements are met:

(1) the aircraft is maintained in an airworthy condition;

(2) any operational and emergency equipment fitted is correctly installed and serviceable or clearly identified as unserviceable;

(3) the airworthiness certificate is valid;

(4) the maintenance of the aircraft is performed in accordance with the Aircraft Maintenance Program (‘AMP’) specified in point ML.A.302.

(b) By derogation from point (a), where the aircraft is leased, the responsibilities set out in point (a) shall apply to the lessee, if the lessee is identified either in the registration document of the aircraft or in the leasing contract.

(c) Any person or organisation performing maintenance of aircraft and components shall be responsible for the maintenance tasks being performed.

(d) The pilot-in-command of the aircraft shall be responsible for the satisfactory accomplishment of the pre flight inspection. That inspection shall be carried out by the pilot or another qualified person but need not be carried out by an approved maintenance organisation or by certifying staff.

(e) For aircraft operated by commercial Approved Training Organisations (‘ATO’) or in case of balloon, sailplanes used for commercial operation, the operator shall:

(1) be approved as a CAMO or as a CAO for the management of the continuing airworthiness of its aircraft in accordance with CAR-CAMO or CAR-CAO or Subpart G of CAR-M or contract such an organisation using the contract set out in Appendix I to this CAR;

(2) ensure that all maintenance is performed by maintenance organisations approved in accordance with point (c)(2) of point ML.1.;

(3) ensure that the requirements of point (a) are satisfied.

(f) For aircraft not included in point (e), in order to satisfy the requirements of point (a), the owner of the aircraft may contract the tasks associated with continuing airworthiness management to an organisation approved as a CAMO or CAO in accordance with CAR-CAMO, Subpart G of CAR-M or CAR-CAO. In that case, the contracted organisation shall assume responsibility for the proper performance of those tasks and a written contract shall be concluded in accordance with Appendix I to this CAR. If the owner does not contract such an organisation, the owner is responsible for the proper performance of the tasks associated with the continuing airworthiness management Issue 1 December 2023 10CAR-ML DRAFT

(g) The owner shall grant the DGCA access to the aircraft and the aircraft records, in order for the DGCA to determine whether the aircraft complies with the requirements of this CAR.

(h) In the case of an aircraft included in an air operator certificate is used for non- commercial or specialised operations, the operator shall ensure that the tasks associated with continuing airworthiness are performed by the CAMO approved in accordance with CAR-CAMO or Subpart G of CAR-M or the combined airworthiness organisation (“CAO”) approved in accordance with CAR-CAO, whichever applicable, of the air operator certificate holder.

GM1 ML.A.201 Responsibilities The following tables provide a summary of CAR-ML main provisions and alleviations established in ML.A.201, ML.A.302, ML.A.801 and ML.A.901.

In the tables, the term ‘CAO(-CAM)’ designate a CAO with continuing airworthiness management privileges Balloon Commercial commercial ATO Private aircraft operation Contract with yes yes no* CAMO/CAO

(CAM) required? Aircraft maintenance AMP and its amendments shall be approved by DGCA programme

(AMP) Maintenance By a maintenance organisation By a maintenance organisation or by independent certifying staff or the pilot-owner** Airworthiness by the DGCA review (AR) and airworthiness review certificate

(ARC) Issue 1 December 2023 11CAR-ML DRAFT Sailplane Commercial commercial ATO Private aircraft operation Contract yes yes no* with CAMO/CAO

(CAM) required? Aircraft maintenance AMP and its amendments shall be approved by DGCA programme

(AMP) Maintenance By a maintenance By a maintenance organisation organisation or by independent certifying staff or the pilot-owner** Airworthiness review (AR) by the DGCA and airworthiness review certificate (ARC) Aircraft (other than balloons and sailplanes) Commercial commercial ATO/DTO Private aircraft operation Contract yes yes no* with CAMO/CAO

(CAM) required? Aircraft maintenance AMP and its amendments shall be approved by DGCA programme

(AMP) .

Maintenance By a maintenance By a maintenance organisation organisation or by independent certifying staff or the pilot-owner** Airworthiness review (AR) by the DGCA and airworthiness review certificate (ARC) Issue 1 December 2023 12CAR-ML DRAFT GM1 ML.A.201(e) Responsibilities COMMERCIAL ATO According to industry practice, the following are examples of aircraft not considered to be

operated by a commercial ATO:

(a) Aircraft operated by an organisation holding an ATO certificate, created with the aim of promoting aerial sport or leisure aviation, on the conditions that:

(1) the aircraft is operated by the organisation on the basis of ownership or dry lease;

(2) the ATO is a non-profit organisation; and

(3). Reserved

(b) Reserved

(c) Aircraft used for very limited training flights due to the specific configuration of the aircraft and limited need for such flights.

GM1 ML.A.201(f) Responsibilities If an owner (see definition in point ML.1(c)(3)) decides not to make a contract with a CAMO or CAO, the owner is fully responsible for the proper accomplishment of the corresponding continuing airworthiness management tasks. As a consequence, it is expected that the owner properly and realistically self-assesses his or her own competence to accomplish those tasks or otherwise seek the necessary expertise.

GM1 ML.A.201(h) Responsibilities USE OF AIRCRAFT INCLUDED IN AN AOC FOR NON-COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS OR SPECIALISED OPERATIONS As point (h) is not a derogation, points ML.A.201 (e) and (f) are still applicable. Therefore, the management of continuing airworthiness of the aircraft by the CAMO or CAO of the AOC holder means that the other operator has established a written contract as per Appendix I to CAR-ML with this CAMO or CAO ML.A.202 Occurrence reporting

(a) Without prejudice to the reporting requirements set out in CAR-145 and CAR-CAMO, any person or organisation responsible in accordance with point ML.A.201 shall report

any identified condition of an aircraft or component which endangers flight safety to:

(1) the DGCA,;

(2) the organisation responsible for the type design or supplemental type design.

(b) The reports referred to in point (a) shall be made in a manner determined by the DGCA and shall contain all pertinent information about the condition known to the person or organisation making the report.

(c) Where the maintenance of the aircraft is carried out on the basis of a written contract, the person or the organisation responsible for those activities shall also report any Issue 1 December 2023 13CAR-ML DRAFT condition referred to in point (a) to the owner of the aircraft and, when different, to the CAMO or CAO concerned.

(d) The person or organisation shall submit the reports referred to in points (a) and (c) as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours from the moment when the person or organisation identified the condition to which the report relates, unless exceptional circumstances prevent this.

AMC1 ML.A.202 Occurrence reporting Accountable persons or organisations should ensure that the design approval holder (DAH) receives adequate reports of occurrences for that aircraft or component, to enable the DAH to issue appropriate service instructions and recommendations to all owners or operators.

Accountable persons or organisations should establish a liaison with the DAH to determine whether published or proposed service information will resolve the problem or to obtain a solution to a particular problem.

Issue 1 December 2023 14CAR-ML DRAFT SUBPART C CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS ML.A.301 Continuing airworthiness tasks The aircraft continuing airworthiness and the serviceability of operational and emergency

equipment shall be ensured by:

(a) the accomplishment of pre-flight inspections;

(b) the rectification of any defect and damage affecting safe operation in accordance with data specified in points ML.A.304 and ML.A.401, as applicable, while taking into account the minimum equipment list (‘MEL’) and configuration deviation list, when they exist;

(c) the accomplishment of all maintenance in accordance with the AMP referred to in point ML.A.302;

(d) the accomplishment of any applicable:

(1) airworthiness directive (‘AD’);

(2) operational directive with a continuing-airworthiness impact;

(3) continuing-airworthiness requirement established by the DGCA;

(4) measure required by the DGCA as an immediate reaction to a safety problem;

(e) the accomplishment of modifications and repairs in accordance with point ML.A.304; ((f) maintenance check flights, when necessary. f ) GM1 ML.A.301(f) Continuing airworthiness tasks MAINTENANCE CHECK FLIGHTS (MCFs)

(a) The Maintenance Check Flight (MCFs) are carried out under the control and responsibility of the aircraft operator. During the flight preparation, the flight and the post-flight activities as well as for the aircraft handover, the processes requiring the involvement of maintenance personnel or organisations should be agreed in advance with the operator. The operator should consult as necessary with the person or organisation in charge of the airworthiness of the aircraft.

(b) Depending on the aircraft defect and the status of the maintenance activity performed before the flight, different scenarios are possible and are described below:

(1) The aircraft maintenance manual (AMM), or any other maintenance data issued by the DAH, requires that an MCF be performed before completion of the maintenance ordered. In this scenario, a certificate after incomplete maintenance, when in compliance with ML.A.801(f) or 145.A.50(e), should be issued and the aircraft can be flown for this purpose under its airworthiness certificate.

Note 1:- In case C of A / ARC of an aircraft is not valid, a Special flight permit in accordance with CAR Section-2 Series F Part-VII is required to be issued by DGCA before release of aircraft for MCFs Issue 1 December 2023 15CAR-ML DRAFT Note-2 :- Further requirements for test flight is detailed in CAR Section-2 Series T Part-II Due to incomplete maintenance, it is advisable to open a new entry into the ML.A.305 aircraft logbook, to identify the need for a MCF. This new entry should contain or refer to, as necessary, data relevant to perform the MCF, such as aircraft limitations and any potential effect on operational and emergency equipment due to incomplete maintenance, maintenance data reference and maintenance actions to be performed after the flight.

After a successful MCF, the maintenance records should be completed, the remaining maintenance actions finalised and a certificate of release to service (CRS) issued.

(2) Based on its own experience and for reliability considerations and/or quality assurance, an operator, owner, CAO or CAMO may wish to perform an MCF after the aircraft has undergone certain maintenance while maintenance data does not call for such a flight. Therefore, after the maintenance has been properly carried out, a CRS is issued and the aircraft airworthiness certificate remains valid for this flight.

(3) After troubleshooting of a system on the ground, an MCF is proposed by the maintenance personnel or organisation as confirmation that the solution applied has restored the normal system operation. During the maintenance performed, the maintenance instructions are followed for the complete restoration of the system and therefore a CRS is issued before the flight. The airworthiness certificate is valid for the flight. An open entry requesting this flight may be recorded in the aircraft logbook.

(4) An aircraft system has been found to fail, the dispatch of the aircraft is not possible in accordance with the maintenance data, and the satisfactory diagnosis of the cause of the fault can only be made in flight. The process for this troubleshooting is not described in the maintenance data and therefore scenario (1) does not apply. Since the aircraft cannot fly under its airworthiness certificate because it has not been released to service after maintenance, a Special flight permit in accordance with CAR

Section-2 Series F Part-VII is required to be issued..

After the flight and the corresponding maintenance work, the aircraft can be released to service and continue to operate under its original certificate of airworthiness.

(c) For certain MCFs, the data obtained or verified in flight will be necessary for assessment or consideration after the flight by the maintenance personnel or organisation prior to issuing the maintenance release. For this purpose, when the maintenance staff cannot perform these functions in flight, it may rely on the crew performing the flight to complete this data or to make statements about in-flight verifications. In this case, the maintenance staff should appoint the crew personnel to play such a role on their behalf and, before the flight, brief the appointed crew personnel on the scope, functions and the detailed process to be followed, including required reporting information after the flight and reporting means, in support of the final release to service to be issued by the certifying staff.

ML.A.302 Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP)

(a) The maintenance of each aircraft shall be organised in accordance with an AMP.

(b) The AMP and any subsequent amendments shall be approved by DGCA , Issue 1 December 2023 16CAR-ML DRAFT

(c) The AMP:

(1) shall clearly identify the owner of the aircraft and the aircraft to which it relates, including any installed engine and propeller, as applicable;

(2) shall include, alternatively:

(a) the tasks or inspections contained in the applicable minimum inspection programme (‘MIP’) referred to in point (d);

(b) the instructions for continuing airworthiness (‘ICA’) issued by the design approval holder (‘DAH’);

(3) may include additional maintenance actions to those referred to in point (c)(2) or maintenance actions alternative to those referred to in point (c)(2)(b) at the proposal of the owner, CAMO or CAO, once approved in accordance with point (b).

Alternative maintenance actions to those referred to in point (c)(2)(b) shall not be less restrictive than those set out in the applicable MIP;

(4) shall include all the mandatory continuing airworthiness information, such as repetitive ADs, the airworthiness limitation section (‘ALS’) of the ICAs, and specific maintenance requirements contained in the type certificate data sheet (‘TCDS’);

(5) shall identify any additional maintenance tasks to be performed because of the specific aircraft type, aircraft configuration and type and specificity of operation,

whereas the following elements shall be taken into consideration as a minimum:

(a) specific installed equipment and modifications of the aircraft;

(b) repairs carried out in the aircraft;

(c) life-limited components and flight-safety-critical components;

(d) maintenance recommendations, such as time between overhaul (‘TBO’) intervals, issued through service bulletins, service letters, and other non- mandatory service information;

(e) applicable operational directives or requirements related to the periodic inspection of certain equipment;

(f) special operational approvals;

(g) use of the aircraft and operational environment;

(6) shall identify whether the Pilot-owners are authorised to perform maintenance;

(7) Reserved :

(8) the CAMO or CAO, shall retain records with the justification for any deviation introduced to the DAH's recommendations;

(9) shall be reviewed at least annually in order to assess its effectiveness, and this review shall be performed performed by the CAMO or CAO managing the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft.

If the review shows deficiencies of the aircraft linked with deficiencies in the content of the AMP, the AMP shall be amended accordingly. In this case the person performing the review shall inform the DGCA, if he does not agree with the measures amending the AMP taken by the owner, CAMO or CAO. The DGCA shall decide which Issue 1 December 2023 17CAR-ML DRAFT amendments to the AMP are necessary, raising the corresponding findings and, if necessary, suspend the ARC on reasonable grounds in the case of a potential safety threat

(d) A MIP:

(1) shall contain the following inspection intervals:

(a) for aeroplanes, touring motor gliders (‘TMGs’) and balloons, every annual or100-h interval, whichever comes first, to which a tolerance of 1 month or 10 h may be applied. The next interval shall be calculated as from the time the inspection takes place;

(b) for sailplanes and powered sailplanes other than TMG, every annual interval to which a tolerance of 1 month may be applied. The next interval shall be calculated as from the time the inspection takes place;

(2) shall contain the following, as applicable to the aircraft type:

(a) servicing tasks as required by the DAH's requirements;

(b) inspection of markings;

(c) review of weighing records and weighing in accordance with CAR Section-2 Series X Part II;

(d) operational test of transponder (if installed);

(e) functional test of the pitot-static system;

(f) in the case of aeroplanes:

(i) operational tests for power and revolutions per minute (rpm), magnetos, fuel and oil pressure, engine temperatures;

(ii) for engines equipped with automated engine control, the published run-up procedure;

(iii) for dry-sump engines, engines with turbochargers and liquid-cooled engines, an operational test for signs of disturbed fluid circulation;

(g) inspection of the condition and attachment of the structural items, systems and

components corresponding to the following areas:

(i) for aeroplanes: airframe, cabin and cockpit, landing gear, wing and centre section, flight controls, empennage, avionics and electrics, power plant, clutches and gearboxes, propeller and miscellaneous systems, such as the ballistic rescue system;

(ii) for sailplanes and powered sailplanes: airframe, cabin and cockpit, landing gear, wing and centre section, empennage, avionics and electrics, power plant (for powered sailplanes) and miscellaneous systems, such as removable ballast and/or drag chute and controls, as well as water ballast system;

(iii) for hot-air balloons: envelope, burner, basket, fuel containers, equipment and instruments;

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(iv) for gas balloons: envelope, basket, equipment and instruments.

As long as this CAR does not specify an MIP for airships and rotorcraft, their AMP shall be based on the ICA issued by the DAH, as referred to in point (c)(2)(b). e) Reserved: f) Reserved AMC1 ML.A.302 Aircraft maintenance programme

(a) The aircraft should only be maintained according to one maintenance programme at a given point in time. Where an owner wishes to change from one programme to another (e.g. from an AMP based on minimum inspection programme (MIP) to an AMP based on DAH’s data), certain additional maintenance may need to be carried out on the aircraft to implement this transition.

(b) The maintenance programme may take the format of the standard template provided in AMC2 ML.A.302 (CA Form AMP). This maintenance programme may include several aircraft registrations as long as the maintenance requirements for each registration are clearly identified.

AMC1 ML.A.302(c)(9) Aircraft maintenance programme ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE AMP

(a) During the annual review of the maintenance programme, as required by point ML.A.302(c)(9), the following should be taken into consideration:

(1) the results of the maintenance performed during that year, which may reveal that the current maintenance programme is not adequate;

(2) revisions introduced on the documents affecting the programme basis, such as the ML.A.302(d) MIP or the DAH’s data;

(3) changes in the aircraft configuration, and type and specificity of operation;

(4) changes in the list of pilot-owners; and

(5) applicable mandatory requirements for compliance with CAR 21, such as airworthiness directives (ADs), airworthiness limitations, certification maintenance Issue 1 December 2023 19CAR-ML DRAFT requirements and specific maintenance requirements contained in the type certificate data sheet (TCDS).

(b) When reviewing the effectiveness of the AMP, the CAMO/CAO staff may need to review the maintenance carried out during the last 12 months, including unscheduled maintenance. To this end, he or she should receive the records of all the maintenance performed during that year from the owner/CAMO/CAO.

(c) When reviewing the results of the maintenance performed during that year attention should be paid as to whether the defects found could have been prevented by introducing in the maintenance programme certain DAH’s recommendations, which were initially disregarded by the owner, CAMO or CAO.

Issue 1 December 2023 20CAR-ML DRAFT AMC2 ML.A.302 Aircraft maintenance programme CA FORM AMP

Following CA Form AMP may be used to produce the AMP: CAR-ML aircraft maintenance programme (AMP) CAR-ML aircraft maintenance programme (AMP) Aircraft identification 1 Registration(s): Type: Serial no(s):

Owner:

Basis for the maintenance programme 2 Design approval holder Minimum inspection programme (MIP) as

(DAH) instructions for detailed in the latest revision of AMC1 continued airworthiness ML.A.302(d)

(ICA) Other MIP complying with ML.A.302(d) (List the tasks in Appendix A) Design approval holder (DAH) instructions for continuing airworthiness (ICA) 3 Equipment manufacturer Applicable ICA reference (revision/date and type not required assuming the latest revision will always be used) For aircraft other than balloons 3a Aircraft (other than balloons) 3b Engine (if applicable) 3c Propeller (if applicable For balloons 3d Envelope (only for balloons) 3e Basket(s) (only for balloons) 3f Burner(s) (only for balloons) 3g Fuel cylinders (only for balloons Additional maintenance requirements to the DAH’ ICA or to the MIP (applicable to all AMPs) Indicate if any of the following types of repetitive Yes No maintenance are included in the AMP (when replying ‘YES’, list the specific requirements in Appendix B) Maintenance due to specific equipment and modifications 4 Maintenance due to repairs Maintenance due to life-limited components (this should be only if the MIP is used. Otherwise, this data is already part of the DAH’s data used as a basis for the AMP Issue 1 December 2023 21CAR-ML DRAFT Maintenance due to mandatory continuing airworthiness information (airworthiness limitations

(ALIs), certification maintenance requirements

(CMRs), specific requirements in the TCDS, etc.) Maintenance recommendations, such as time between overhaul (TBO) intervals, issued through service bulletins, service letters, and other non- mandatory service information Maintenance due to repetitive ADs Maintenance due to specific operational/airspace directives/requirements (altimeter, compass, transponder, etc.) Maintenance due to the type of operation or operational approvals Other Maintenance tasks alternative to the DAH’s ICA (not less restrictive than the MIP) 5 Indicate if there is any maintenance task alternative Yes No to the DAH’s ICA (when ‘YES’, list the specific alternative maintenance tasks in Appendix C Pilot-owner maintenance (only for balloons, or sailplanes) not operated for commercial operation

Remark: pilot-owner maintenance is not allowed for aircraft operated by a commercial ATO 6 Does the pilot-owner perform pilot-owner Yes No maintenance (ref. ML.A.803)? If yes, enter the name of the pilot-owner(s)

authorised to perform such maintenance:

Pilot-owner

name:_(NOTE)__________________Licence

number: (NOTE)__________________

Signature: _______________________________Date: _________________________________

NOTE: It is possible to refer to a list in the case of jointly owned aircraft.

Approval/declaration of the maintenance programme (select the appropriate option) 7 Declaration by the owner: N/A Approval by the DGCA :

Reserve Approval reference no of the DGCA Signature/name/date:

Signature/name/date:

Certification statement 8 ‘I will ensure that the aircraft is maintained in accordance with this maintenance programme and that the maintenance programme will be reviewed and updated as required.’ Issue 1 December 2023 22CAR-ML DRAFT Signed by the person/organisation responsible for the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft according to ML.A.201:

Owner/Lessee/operator CAMO/CAO Name of owner/lessee/operator or CAMO/CAO approval number:

Address:

Telephone/fax:

Email:

Signature/date:

9 Appendices attached: — Appendix A YES NO — Appendix B YES NO — Appendix C YES NO — Appendix D YES NO Appendix A — Minimum inspection programme (MIP) (only applicable if a MIP different from the one described in AMC1 ML.A.302(d) is used — see Section 2 above) Detail the tasks and inspections contained in the MIP being used.

Appendix B — Additional maintenance requirements (include only if necessary — see Section 4 above This appendix is supposed to include only the tasks which are included in the AMP, either at the recommended interval or at a different one.

(All repetitive maintenance tasks not included here, or the interval differences should be kept by the CAMO/CAO (when contracted) in their files with their corresponding justifications. Appendix D may optionally be used. Nevertheless, the owner/CAMO/CAO is responsible for taking into account all instructions, even if they are not adopted and listed here.

Task description References Interval (tick box if the selected interval differs from that required in the referenced document) Maintenance due to specific equipment and modifications Maintenance due to repairs Maintenance due to life-limited components (This should be only if the MIP is used. Otherwise, this data is already part of the DAH’s data used as the basis for the AMP.) Issue 1 December 2023 23CAR-ML DRAFT Maintenance due to mandatory continuing airworthiness instructions (ALIs, CMRs, specific requirements in the TCDS, etc.) Maintenance recommendations, such as TBO intervals, issued through service bulletins, service letters, and other non-mandatory service information Emergency locator - 1 Year transmitters and personal locator beacon — annual testing (if not using MIP or 2 Years equivalent ICA task) Transponder test Maintenance due to repetitive ADs Maintenance due to specific operational/airspace directives/requirements (altimeter, compass, transponder, etc.) Maintenance due to the type of operation or operational approvals Other Appendix C — Maintenance tasks alternative to the DAH’s ICA (not less restrictive than the MIP) (include only if necessary — see Sections 5 above) Task Recommended Alternative Amended interval description interval inspection/task When the DAH’s ICA are used as the basis for the AMP, this appendix is used to include the tasks alternative to the DAH’s ICA, which are included in the AMP.

(When a CAMO/CAO is contracted, all elements justifying the deviations from the DAH’s ICA should be kept by the CAMO/CAO and the organisation should provide a copy of these justifications to the owner) Appendix D — Additional information (optional) This appendix may optionally be used to provide additional information, such as the complete list of AMP tasks or the list of documents (e.g. service bulletins) considered during the development of the AMP.

Issue 1 December 2023 24CAR-ML DRAFT GM1 ML.A.302 Aircraft maintenance programme The responsibilities associated with maintenance programmes developed in accordance with ML.A.302 are the following:

(a) If the owner has contracted a CAMO or CAO in order to manage the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft, this organisation is responsible for developing and

presenting the maintenance programme to the DGCA for approval which:

(1) indicates whether this programme is based on data from the DAH or on the MIP described in ML.A.302(d);

(2) identifies the owner and the specific aircraft, engine, and propeller (as applicable);

(3) includes all mandatory continuing airworthiness information and any additional tasks derived from the assessment of the DAH’s instructions;

(4) justifies any deviations from the DAH’s instructions; when the DAH’s instructions are the basis for the AMP development, these deviations should not fall below the requirements of the MIP; and

(5) is customised to the particular aircraft type, configuration and operation, in accordance with ML.A.302(c)(5).

(b) If the owner has not contracted a CAMO or CAO in order to manage the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft, then the owner is responsible for developing and presenting the maintenance programme to the DGCA for approval, assuming full responsibility for its content, and for any deviations from the DAH’s instructions (ref. ML.A.201(f) The maintenance programme needs to comply with the requirements contained in ML.A.302(c), in particular with the obligation to not fall below the requirements of the MIP and to comply with the mandatory continuing airworthiness information.

(c). This maintenance programme is the basis for adequate planning of maintenance, and the aircraft continuing airworthiness monitoring (ACAM) inspections. The maintenance programme will be subject to periodic reviews and, in case of discrepancies, linked with deficiencies in the content of the maintenance programme.

(d) Reserved

(e) Reserved

(f) Since the maintenance programme has to identify the alternatives tasks to the DAH’s instructions, ACAM inspections can place emphasis on the inspection of the areas affected by those deviations in order to make sure that the maintenance programme is effective.

(g) Reserved Issue 1 December 2023 25CAR-ML DRAFT GM2 ML.A.302 Aircraft maintenance programme The following table provides a summary of the provisions contained in ML.A.302 in relation to the content of the maintenance programme, its approval.

OPTION 1 OPTION 2 Responsibility for Contracted CAMO or CAO Owner (if allowed under developing the ML.A.201(f)) AMP Presenting the CAMO or CAO, Owner maintenance programme for approval to DGCA Basis for the MIP (not applicable to rotorcraft and airships) or ICA issued maintenance by the DAH programme Deviations from the Deviations from the DAH’s Deviations need to be DAH’s ICA instructions are justified. The justified. The owner CAMO/CAO keeps a record of keeps a record of the the justifications and provides justifications.

a copy of them to the owner AMP annual review by the CAMO or CAO.

AMC1 ML.A.302(c) Aircraft maintenance programme When evaluating an alternative to a maintenance task issued or recommended by the DAH, such as the extension of TBO intervals, or when considering not to include a maintenance task issued or recommended by the DAH, a risk-based approach should be taken, considering aspects such as the operation of aircraft, type of aircraft, hours and years in service, maintenance of the aircraft, compensating measures, redundancy of components, etc.

The following table provides more details of aspects that should be considered:

Examples

OPS approval HIGHER RISK: commercial operation, commercial flight training

MEDIUM RISK: flight training by an association, non-commercial specialised operations (SPO)

LOWER RISK: private

Flight rules HIGHER RISK: instrument flight rules (IFR)

MEDIUM RISK: visual flight rules (VFR) at night

LOWER RISK: VFR by day

Aircraft weight HIGHER RISK: Other than Category 1 Light Aircraft Issue 1 December 2023 26CAR-ML DRAFT

MEDIUM RISK: Category 1 Light Aircraft other than light sport aeroplanes (LSA), very light aircraft (VLA), sailplanes and powered sailplanes

LOWER RISK: LSA, VLA, sailplanes and powered sailplanes

Who manages the HIGHER RISK: owner airworthiness of the aircraft? LOWER RISK: CAMO/CAO Who maintains the aircraft? HIGHER RISK: pilot-owner

MEDIUM RISK: independent certifying staff

LOWER RISK: maintenance organisation Time in service (flight hours, HIGHER RISK: very high number of hours or years) years

MEDIUM RISK: medium number of hours or years

LOWER RISK: low number of hours or years

Aircraft utilisation HIGHER RISK: less than 50 h per year

MEDIUM RISK: around 200 h per year

LOWER RISK: more than 400 h per year

ACAM findings HIGHER RISK: numerous findings in ACAM or ramp inspections

MEDIUM RISK: few findings in ACAM inspections

LOWER RISK: rare findings in ACAM inspections System redundancy (for HIGHER RISK: single-engined aircraft

components such as LOWER RISK: multi-engined aircraft engine/propeller)

Supplementary maintenance HIGHER RISK: no supplementary measures

measures LOWER RISK: supplementary measures (such as oil analysis, engine data monitoring, boroscope inspections, corrosion inspections, etc.)

Risk factor of the component HIGHER RISK: engine failure on a helicopter

failure MEDIUM RISK: engine failure on an aeroplane

LOWER RISK: sailplane, or powered sailplane The above information may be useful for CAMOs and CAOs when developing and presenting maintenance programmes for approval to DGCA, It may also be useful for the owner in order to take an informed decision before introducing deviations from the DAH’s recommendations.

Issue 1 December 2023 27CAR-ML DRAFT GM1 ML.A.302(c)(2)(b) Aircraft maintenance programme ‘DAH’ refers to the holder of a type certificate (TC), restricted type certificate, supplemental type certificate (STC), Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorisation, repair or change to the type design.

The ‘instructions for continuing airworthiness (‘ICA’) issued by the design approval holder (‘DAH’)’ do not include the data issued by other original equipment manufacturer (OEM), except when the DAH’s ICA makes clear reference to such OEM data.

GM1 ML.A.302(c)(3) Aircraft maintenance programme ALTERNATIVE MAINTENANCE ACTIONS ‘Maintenance actions alternative to those referred to in point (c)(2)(b)’ refer to when the DAH’s ICA are used as the basis for the AMP development and the CAMO, CAO or owner (as applicable), when developing the AMP, decides to deviate from certain of these DAH’s instructions, introducing, for example, a less frequent interval or a different task type (inspection instead of check) than the one established by the ICA.

These alternative maintenance actions shall not be less restrictive than those set out in the applicable MIP. This means that the extent of the maintenance to be covered by the deviating task cannot be less than the extent of the corresponding task in the MIP in terms of frequency and task type.

Examples of alternative maintenance actions:

ICA task AMP proposed MIP task Alternative alternative acceptable Yes/No Inspection XX Inspection XX Inspection XX Yes 6 months interval 12 months interval 12 months interval Inspection XX Inspection XX Inspection XX No 12 months 24 months interval 12 months interval interval Inspection XX Inspection XX Inspection XX No (24 months to 24 months 36 months interval 12 months interval be kept) interval Functional test Operational test Functional test No* system XX system XX (same system XX (same interval) or general interval) visual inspection system XX (same interval) Operational test Functional test Operational test Yes* system XX system XX (same system XX (same interval) interval) Inspection XX Inspection XX None relevant Yes 36 months Issue 1 December 2023 28CAR-ML DRAFT 24 months interval Functional test General visual None relevant Yes inspection *A functional test is considered more restrictive than an operational test.

Remark: the above does not apply to one-time interval extensions, for which ML.A.302(d)(1) provides 1-month or 10-h tolerance (i.e. permitted variation) for aeroplanes, touring motor gliders (TMGs) and balloons and 1-month tolerance for sailplanes and powered sailplanes other than TMGs.\ GM1 ML.A.302(c)(4) Aircraft maintenance programme MANDATORY CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS INFORMATION OTHER THAN ADS ‘Mandatory continuing airworthiness information’ other than ADs may be different from one aircraft to another, depending on the type certification basis used. The aircraft may have been certified before the term ‘ALS (Airworthiness Limitations Section)’ was introduced in the certification specification (or airworthiness code). However, the intent is that the AMP (whether based on MIP or not) includes all mandatory scheduled maintenance requirements identified during the initial airworthiness activity, by the TC holder, STC holder and, if applicable, engine TC holder. These requirements may be

identified under a variety of designations such as: — Airworthiness limitations or Airworthiness limitation items (ALI) — Certification maintenance requirements (CMR) — Safe life items or safe life limits or safe life limitations — Life-limited parts (LLP) — Time limits — Retirements life — Mandatory Inspections or Mandatory Airworthiness Inspections — Fuel airworthiness limitations or Fuel tank safety limitations In case of doubt, it is advised to check the TCDS or contact the DAH.

The intervals of the mandatory continuing airworthiness information cannot be extended by a CAMO/CAO. The escalation of such tasks is to be approved by the DGCA Issue 1 December 2023 29CAR-ML DRAFT AMC1 ML.A.302(d) Aircraft maintenance programme This AMC contains an acceptable MIP for aeroplanes of 2 730 kg maximum take-off mass (MTOM) and below, and for Category 2 Light Aircraft other than rotorcraft or airships, grouped in the following categories:

— aeroplanes of 2 730 kg MTOM and below; — Category 2 sailplanes and Category 2 powered sailplanes; and — Category 2 balloons.

These MIPs already comply with the requirements of ML.A.302(d) and may be used in order to define the basic information for the maintenance programme as required by ML.A.302(c)(2)(a). However, the maintenance programme must be customised as required by ML.A.302(c)(5), which may be achieved by using the standard template contained in AMC ML.A.302.

It should be noted that using the 1-month tolerance permitted by ML.A.302(d)(1) for the annual inspection may result in an expired ARC.

MIP for aeroplanes of 2 730 kg MTOM and below To be performed at every annual/100-h interval, whichever comes first.

A tolerance of 1 month or 10 h may be applied. The next interval shall be calculated from the time the inspection takes place.

Note 1: Use the manufacturer’s maintenance manual to accomplish each task/inspection.

Note 2: Proper operation of backup or secondary systems and components should be performed wherever a check for improper installation/operation is carried out.

Aeroplanes of 2 730 kg MTOM and below System/component/area Task and inspection detail GENERAL General Remove or open all necessary inspection plates, access doors, fairings, and cowlings. Clean the aircraft and aircraft engine as required.

Lubrication/servicing Lubricate and replenish fluids in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements.

Issue 1 December 2023 30CAR-ML DRAFT Markings Check that side and under wing registration markings are correct. If applicable, check that an exemption for alternate display is approved. Identification plate for registered aircraft is present, as well as other identification markings on fuselage in accordance with local (national) rules.

Weighing Review weighing record to establish accuracy against installed equipment.

Weigh the aircraft as required, as required..

Service life limits Check the records that the service life limits and airworthiness limits are within the life time limits of the maintenance programme.

Software Check for updated software/firmware status and databases for engine and equipment.

AIRFRAME Fabric and skin Inspect for deterioration, distortion, other evidence of failure, and defective or insecure attachment of fittings.

NOTE: When checking composite structures, check for signs of impact or pressure damage that may indicate underlying damage.

Fuselage structure Check frames, formers, tubular structure, braces, and attachments. Inspect for signs of corrosion and cracks.

Systems and components Inspect for improper installation, apparent defects, and unsatisfactory operation.

Pitot-static system Inspect for security, damage, cleanliness, and condition. Drain any water from condensation drains.

General Inspect for lack of cleanliness and loose equipment that may foul the controls.

Tow hooks Inspect for condition of moving parts and wear.

Check service life.

Carry out operational test.

CABIN AND COCKPIT Seats, safety belts and Inspect for poor condition and apparent defects. harnesses Check for service life.

Windows, canopies and Inspect for deterioration and damage, and for function windshields of emergency jettison.

Instrument panel Inspect for poor condition, mounting, marking, and assemblies (where practicable) improper operation.

Check markings of instruments in accordance with the flight manual.

Flight and engine controls Inspect for improper installation and improper operation.

Speed/weight/manoeuvre Check that the placard is correct and legible, and placard accurately reflects the status of the aircraft.

All systems Inspect for improper installation, poor general condition, apparent and obvious defects, and insecurity of attachment.

LANDING GEAR Issue 1 December 2023 31CAR-ML DRAFT Shock-absorbing devices Inspect for improper oleo fluid level.

Inspect for wear and deformation of rubber pads, bungees, and springs.

All units Inspect for poor condition and insecurity of attachment, including the related structure.

Retracting and locking Inspect mechanism. Operational check. mechanism Linkages, trusses and Inspect for undue or excessive wear fatigue and members distortion.

Steering Inspect the nose/tail wheel steering for proper function and wear.

Hydraulic lines Inspect for leakage.

Check condition and replace if necessary.

Electrical system Inspect for chafing. Operational check of switches.

Wheels Inspect for cracks, defects, and condition of bearings.

Tires Inspect for wear and cuts.

Brakes Inspect for improper adjustment and wear.

Carry out operational test.

Floats and skis Inspect for insecure attachment and apparent defects.

WING AND CENTRE SECTION All components Inspect all components of the wing and centre section assembly for poor general condition, fabric or skin deterioration, distortion, evidence of failure and insecurity of attachment.

Connections Inspect main connections (e.g. between wings, fuselage, wing tips) for proper fit, play within tolerances, wear or corrosion on bolts and bushings FLIGHT CONTROLS Control circuit/stops Inspect control rods and cables. Check that the control primary stops are secure and make contact.

Control surfaces Inspect aileron, flap, elevator, air brake and rudder assemblies, hinges, control connections, springs/bungees, tapes and seals.

Check full range of motion and free play.

Trim systems Inspect trim surfaces, controls, and connections.

Check full range of motion.

EMPENNAGE All components and Inspect all components and systems that make up the systems complete empennage assembly for poor general condition, fabric or skin deterioration, distortion, evidence of failure, insecure attachment, improper component installation, and improper component operation AVIONICS AND ELECTRICS Issue 1 December 2023 32CAR-ML DRAFT Batteries Inspect for improper installation, improper charge, spillage and corrosion.

Radio and electronic Inspect for improper installation and insecure equipment mounting.

Carry out ground function test.

Wiring and conduits Inspect for improper routing, insecure mounting, and obvious defects.

Bonding and shielding Inspect for improper installation, poor condition, chafing and wear of insulation.

Antennas Inspect for poor condition, insecure mounting, and improper operation.

Lights Operational check of the interior, exterior and instrument lightning POWER PLANT (OTHER THAN TURBOPROP ENGINE) Engine section Inspect for visual evidence of oil, fuel or hydraulic leaks and sources of such leaks.

Studs and nuts Inspect for looseness, signs of rotation and obvious defects.

Internal engine Inspect for proper cylinder compression (record measures for each cylinder) and for metal particles or foreign matter in oil filter, screens and sump drain plugs.

Engine mounts Inspect for cracks, looseness of mounting, and looseness of the engine to the engine-mount attachment.

Flexible vibration Inspect for poor condition and deterioration. dampeners Engine controls Inspect for defects, improper travel, and improper safe tying.

Lines, hoses and clamps Inspect for leaks, improper condition, and looseness.

Exhaust stacks Inspect for cracks, defects, and improper attachment.

Turbocharger and Inspect for leaks, improper condition, and looseness of intercooler connections and fittings.

Check MP controller or density controller for leakage and free movement of controls.

Check waste gate or overpressure relief valve for free movements.

Heating Inspect cabin heating heat exchanger for improper condition and function. For exhaust heat exchanger, check CO (Carbon Monoxide) concentration.

Liquid cooling systems Inspect for leaks and proper fluid level.

Electronic engine control Inspect for signs of chafing, and proper electronics and sensor installation.

Accessories Inspect for apparent defects in security of mounting.

All systems Inspect for improper installation, poor general condition, defects and insecure attachment.

Cowling Inspect for cracks and defects.

Check cowling flaps.

Cooling baffles and seals Inspect for defects, improper attachment, and wear.

Issue 1 December 2023 33CAR-ML DRAFT TURBOPROP ENGINE Incoming power check Perform in accordance with the graphs found in the engine maintenance manual (EMM).

Inertial separator Functional check Engine cowling Remove, inspect for damage.

General condition Inspect for oil, fuel, bleed-air or other leaks.

1st stage compressor Remove screen, check for foreign object debris (FOD) blades or other damage.

P3 filter Replace Oil filter Inspection and cleaning Fuel low pressure filter Replace Fuel high pressure filter Inspection and cleaning Oil scavenge filter Inspection and cleaning Chip detector Inspection and cleaning Exhaust duct Inspection Starter/generator brushes Inspection for proper length Ignitor/glow plugs Functional check Overspeed governor Inspect for oil leaks.

Governor and beta-valve Inspect for oil leaks or binding of controls.

Propeller Inspect blades for damage and hub leaks. (if installed) fire detector Functional check loop or sense module Engine cowling Install Power check Perform in accordance with the graphs found in the EMM, record values.

Oil level Check within 10 minutes after shutdown.

FUEL Fuel tanks Inspect for leaks and improper installation and connection.

Verify proper sealing and function of tank drains.

CLUTCHES AND GEARBOXES Filters, screens, and chip Inspect for metal particles and foreign matter. detectors Exterior Inspect for oil leaks.

Output shaft Inspect for excessive bearings’ play and condition PROPELLER Propeller assembly Inspect for cracks, nicks, binds, and oil leakage.

Propeller bolts Inspect for proper installation, looseness, signs of rotation, and lack of safe tying.

Propeller control Inspect for improper operation, insecure mounting, mechanism and restricted travel.

Anti-icing devices Inspect for improper operation and obvious defects.

MISCELLANEOUS Issue 1 December 2023 34CAR-ML DRAFT Ballistic rescue system Inspect for proper installation, unbroken activation mechanism, proper securing while on ground, validity of inspection periods of pyrotechnic devices, and parachute-packing intervals.

Other miscellaneous items Inspect installed miscellaneous items that are not otherwise covered by this listing for improper installation and improper operation OPERATIONAL AND FUNCTIONAL CHECKS Power and revolutions per Check that power output, static and idle rpm are within minute (rpm) published limits.

Magnetos Check for normal function.

Fuel and oil pressure Check that they are within normal values. Check fuel pumps for proper operation.

Engine temperatures Check that they are within normal values.

Engine For engines equipped with automated engine control (e.g. FADEC), perform the published run-up procedure and check for discrepancies.

Engine For dry-sump engines, engines with turbochargers and liquid-cooled engines, check for signs of disturbed fluid circulation.

Pitot-static system Perform functional check.

Transponder Perform operational check.

Ice protection Perform operational check of ice protection system.

Fuel quantity indication Check the fuel quantity indication for proper indication.

Caution and warning Operational check of cautions and warnings lights.

MIP for Category 2 sailplanes and Category 2 powered sailplanes

To be performed: — every 100-h/annual interval (for TMGs), whichever comes first; or — every annual interval (for the rest).

A tolerance of 1 month or 10 h, as applicable, may be applied. The next interval shall be calculated from the time the inspection takes place.

Note 1: Use the manufacturer’s maintenance manual to accomplish each task/inspection.

Note 2: In the case of TMGs, it is acceptable to control the hours of use of the aircraft, engine and propeller as separate entities. Any maintenance check to be carried out between two consecutive 100-h/annual inspections may be performed separately on the aircraft, engine and propeller, depending on when each element reaches the corresponding hours. However, at the time of the 100-h/annual, all the elements must be covered.

Issue 1 December 2023 35CAR-ML DRAFT Note 3: Proper operation of backup or secondary systems and components should be carried out wherever a check for improper installation/operation is performed Category 2 sailplanes and Category 2 powered sailplane System/component/area Task and inspection detail GENERAL General — all tasks The aircraft must be clean prior to inspection. Inspect for security, damage, wear, integrity, whether drain/vent holes are clear, for signs of overheating, leaks, chafing, cleanliness and condition, as appropriate to the particular task. Whilst checking composite structures, check for signs of impact or pressure damage that may indicate underlying damage Lubrication/servicing Lubricate and replenish fluids in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements.

Markings Check that side and under wing registration markings are correct. If applicable, check that an exemption for alternate display is approved. Identification plate for registered aircraft is present, as well as other identification markings on fuselage in accordance with local (national) rules.

Weighing Review weighing record to establish accuracy against installed equipment.

Weigh the aircraft as required, as required by the relevant Regulation for air operations. ..

AIRFRAME Fuselage paint/gel coat Inspect external surface and fairings, gel coat, fabric covering or metal skin, and paintwork Fuselage structure Check frames, formers, tubular structure, skin, and attachments. Inspect for signs of corrosion on tubular framework Nose fairing Inspect for evidence of impact with ground or objects.

Release hook(s) Inspect nose and centre of gravity, release hooks and controls. Check operational life. Carry out operational test. If more than one release hook or control is fitted, check operation of all release hooks from all positions.

Pitot/ventilator Check alignment of probe, check operation of ventilator.

Pitot-static system Inspect pitot probes, static ports, and all tubing (as accessible) for security, damage, cleanliness, and condition. Drain any water from condensate drains.

Bonding/vents drains Check all bonding leads and straps. Check that all vents and drains are clear from debris CABIN AND COCKPIT Issue 1 December 2023 36CAR-ML DRAFT Cleanliness/loose articles Check under cockpit floor/seat pan and in rear fuselage for debris and foreign items.

Canopy, locks and jettison Inspect canopy, canopy frame and transparencies for cracks, unacceptable distortion, and discolouration.

Check operation of all locks and catches. Carry out an operational test of the canopy jettison system from all positions.

Seat/cockpit floor Inspect seat(s). Check that all loose cushions are correctly installed and, as appropriate, that energy- absorbing foam cushions are fitted correctly. Ensure that all seat adjusters fit and lock correctly.

Harness(es) Inspect all harnesses for condition, and wear of all fastenings, webbing, and fittings. Check operation of release and adjustments.

Rudder pedal assemblies Inspect rudder pedal assemblies and adjusters.

Inspect cables for wear and damage.

Instrument panel Inspect instrument panel and all assemblies instruments/equipment. Check if instrument readings are consistent with ambient conditions. Check marking of all switches, circuit breakers, and fuses. Check operation of all installed equipment, as possible in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Check markings of instruments in accordance with the aircraft flight manual (AFM).

Oxygen system Inspect oxygen system. Check bottle hydrostatic-test date expiry in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Ensure that oxygen installation is recorded on weight and centre-of-gravity schedule.

CAUTION: OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

Colour-coding of controls Ensure that controls are colour-coded in accordance with the AFM and in good condition.

Placards Check that the placards are correct and legible, and accurately reflect the status of the aircraft in accordance with the AFM.

LANDING GEAR Front skid/nose wheel and Inspect for evidence of hard/heavy landings. Check mounts skid wear. Inspect wheel, tyre, and wheel box. Check tyre pressure.

Main wheel and brake Check for integrity of hydraulic seals and leaks in pipe assembly work. Check life of hydraulic hoses and components, if specified by the manufacturer. Remove brake drums, check brake lining wear. Check disk/drum wear. Refit drum. Check brake adjustment.

CAUTION: BRAKE DUST MAY CONTAIN ASBESTOS.

Issue 1 December 2023 37CAR-ML DRAFT Check operation of brake. Check level of brake fluid and replenish, if necessary. Check tyre pressure.

CAUTION: CHECK TYPE OF BRAKE FLUID USED AND OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Undercarriage suspension Check springs, bungees, shock absorbers, and attachments. Check for signs of damage.

Service strut, if applicable.

Undercarriage retract Check retraction mechanism and controls, warning system and doors system if fitted, gas struts, doors and linkages/springs, over-centre/locking device. Perform retraction test.

Tail skid/wheel Inspect for evidence of hard/heavy landings. Check skid wear. Inspect wheel, tyre, and wheel box. Check bond of bonded skids. Check tyre pressure.

Wheel brake control circuit Inspect wheel brake control rods/cables. If combined with air brake, ensure correct rigging relationship.

Check parking-brake operation, if fitted WING AND CENTRE SECTION Centre section Inspect wing centre section including fairings for security, damage, and condition.

Wing attachments Inspect the structural attachments of the wing. Check for damage, wear, and security. Check for rigging damage. Check condition of wing attachment pins and wing main bolts.

Winglet/wing extensions Inspect the structural attachments of winglet and wing attachments. Check for damage, wear, and security.

Aileron control Inspect aileron control rods/cables. Check that control circuit/stops stops are secure and make contact.

Inspect connecting control devices for security, damage, free play and secure mounting.

Air brake control circuit Inspect air brake control rods/cables. Check friction/locking device (if fitted). Inspect connecting control devices for security, damage, free play and secure mounting. Inspect air brake locking for proper adjustment and positive locking.

Wing struts/wires Inspect struts for damage and internal corrosion. Re- inhibit struts internally every 3 years or in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Wings including underside Check main plane structure externally and internally, registration markings as far as possible. Check gel coat, fabric covering, or metal skin.

Ailerons and controls Inspect aileron and flaperon assemblies, hinges, control connections, springs/bungees, tapes, and seals. Ensure that seals do not impair the full range of movement.

Air brakes/spoilers Inspect air brake/spoiler panel(s) operating rods, closure springs, and friction devices, as fitted.

Flaps Check flap system and control. Inspect connecting control devices.

Issue 1 December 2023 38CAR-ML DRAFT Control deflections and Check and record range of movements and cable free play, and record them tensions, if specified, and check free play on worksheets EMPENNAGE Tailplane and elevator With tailplane de-rigged, check tailplane and attachments, self-connecting and manual control connections. Check gel coat, fabric covering, or metal skin.

Rudder Check rudder assembly, hinges, attachments, balance weights.

Rudder control Inspect rudder control rods/cables. Check that control circuit/stops stops are secure and make contact. Pay particular attention to wear and security of liners and cables in ‘S’ tubes.

Elevator control Inspect elevator control rods/cables. Check that circuit/stops control stops are secure and make contact.

Inspect self-connecting control devices.

Trimmer control circuit Inspect trimmer control rods/cables. Check friction/locking device. Inspect trim indication for proper adjustment and function.

Control deflections and Check and record range of movements and cable free play, and record them tensions, if specified, and check free play. on worksheets AVIONICS AND ELECTRICS Electrical installation/fuses Check all electrical wiring for condition. Check for signs of overheating and poor connections. Check fuses/trips for condition and correct rating.

Battery security and Check battery mounting for security and operation of corrosion clamp. Check for evidence of electrolyte spillage and corrosion. Check that battery has correct main fuse fitted.

It is recommended to carry out battery capacity test on gliders equipped with radio, used for cross-country, controlled airspace, or competition flying.

Radio installations and Check radio installation, microphones, speakers and placards intercom, if fitted. Check that a call sign placard is installed. Carry out ground function test. Record radio type fitted.

Air speed indicator Carry out a pitot static leak check and functional check of the airspeed indicator. In case of indications of malfunctions, carry out an airspeed indicator calibration check.

Altimeter datum Check barometric subscale by altimeter QNH reading.

Pitot-static system Perform pitot static leak check, inspect hoses for condition, operational check.

Transponder Perform operational check MISCELLANEOUS Issue 1 December 2023 39CAR-ML DRAFT Removable ballast Check removable ballast mountings and securing devices (including fin ballast, if applicable) for condition. Check that ballast weights are painted with conspicuous colour. Check that provision for the ballast is made on the loading placard.

Drag chute and controls Inspect chute, packing and release mechanism. Check packing intervals.

Water ballast system Check water ballast system, wing and tail tanks, as fitted. Check filling points, level indicators, vents, dump and frost drains for operation and leakage. If loose bladders are used, check for leakage and expiry date, as applicable POWER PLANT (when applicable)

NOTE: In the case of sailplanes with electrical or jet engines, follow the maintenance instructions and recommendations of the DAH.

Engine pylons and Inspect engine and pylon installation. Check engine mountings compartment and fire sealing.

Gas strut Check gas strut.

Pylon/engine stops Check limit stops on retractable pylons. Check restraint cables.

Electric actuator Inspect electric actuator, motor, spindle drive, and mountings.

Electrical wiring Inspect all electrical wiring. Pay special attention to wiring that is subject to bending during extension and retraction of engine/pylon Limit switches Check operation of all limit switches and strike plates.

Make sure that they are not damaged by impact.

Fuel tank(s) Check fuel tank mountings and tank integrity. Check fuel quantity indication system, if fitted.

Fuel pipes and vents Check all fuel pipes, especially those subject to bending during extension and retraction of engine/pylon. Check that vents are clear. Make sure that overboard drains do not drain into engine compartment. Check self-sealing.

Fuel cock or shut-off valve Check operation of fuel cock or shut-off valve and indications.

Fuel pumps and filters Clean or replace filters, as recommended by manufacturer. Check operation of fuel pumps for engine supply or tank replenishment. Check fuel pump controls and indications.

Decompression valve Inspect decompression valve and operating control.

Ignition Inspect ignition system including spark plugs, distributor and cables for condition and damage.

Inspect low-tension and high-tension wiring, connectors, spark plug caps. Check magneto-to- engine timing.

Propeller Inspect propeller, hub, folding mechanism, brake, pitch change mechanism, stow sensors. Inspect propeller control for function and condition.

Issue 1 December 2023 40CAR-ML DRAFT Doors Check engine compartment doors, operating cables, rods, and cams.

Safety springs Check all safety and counterbalance springs.

Extension and retraction Check that extension and retraction operation times are within the limits specified by the manufacturer.

Check light indications and interlocks for correct operation.

Exhaust Inspect exhaust system, silencer, shock mounts, and links.

Engine installation Inspect engine and all accessories.

Carry out compression test and record results (for piston engines).

Compression test results:

No 1 (left/front); and No 2 (right/rear).

Lubrication Change engine oil and filter. Replenish oil and additive tanks.

Engine instruments Inspect all engine instruments and controls. Check control unit, mounts, bonding and connections. Carry out internal self-test, if fitted.

Engine battery If separate from airframe battery, inspect battery and mountings. If main fuse is fitted, check rating and condition.

Engine battery capacity Carry out capacity test. Refer to appropriate manual or test guidance.

Placards Check that all placards are in accordance with the AFM and legible.

Oil and fuel leaks With the engine fully serviced, check the fuel and oil system for leaks MIP for Category 2 hot-air balloons To be performed at every 100-h/annual interval, whichever comes first.

A tolerance of 1 month or 10 h may be applied. The next interval shall be calculated from the time the inspection takes place.

Note 1: Use the manufacturer’s maintenance manual to accomplish each task/inspection.

Note 2: Proper operation of backup or secondary systems and components should be carried out wherever a check for improper installation/operation is performed.

MIP for Category 2 hot-air balloons

(a) Envelope System/component/area Task and inspection detail Identification (type/serial Check for presence. number/registration plate) Crown ring Inspect for damage/corrosion.

Issue 1 December 2023 41CAR-ML DRAFT Crown line Inspect for damage, wear, security of attachment.

Check correct length.

Vertical-/horizontal-load Inspect joints with the crown ring, top of the envelope tapes and wires. Inspect that all load tapes are undamaged along their entire length. Inspect base horizontal tape and edge of the envelope top. Inspect joint between base horizontal-load tape and vertical-load tapes.

Envelope fabric Inspect the envelope fabric panels (including parachute and rotation vents, if fitted) for damage, porosity overheating or weakness. Unrepaired damage is within tolerance provided for by the manufacturer.

If substantial fabric porosity is suspected, a flight test should be performed, but only after a grab test has demonstrated that the balloon is safe to fly.

Perform grab test in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions Flying cables Inspect for damage (particularly heat damage).

Karabiners Inspect for damage/corrosion. Operational check of karabiner lock.

Melting link and Check and record maximum temperature indication ‘tempilabel’ (flag/tempilabel).

Control lines and Inspect for damage wear, security of knots. attachments Check proper length. Check lines attachments for damage, wear, security.

Envelope pulleys/guide Inspect for damage, wear, free running, rings contamination, security of attachment

(b) Burner System/component/area Task and inspection detail Identification (type/serial Check for presence and verify type/serial number number) installed.

Burner frame Inspect welds for cracking.

Inspect tubes for distortion/deformation/cuts/gouges.

Inspect frame for security of fasteners (heat shields, flexi-corners).

Inspect frame lugs for wear and cracking.

Inspect general condition (corrosion, heat shields).

Gimballing Operational check of stiffness and security of fasteners.

Leak check Perform leak check of the burner.

Fuel hoses including Inspect all hoses for wear, damage, leakage and manifolds service life limitations. Inspect O-ring seals, lubricate/replace as required.

Pressure gauges Check that the pressure gauge reads correctly, and that lens is present.

Pilot valves/flame Check shut-off, free movement, correct function, and lubricate if necessary.

Issue 1 December 2023 42CAR-ML DRAFT Whisper valves/flame Check shut-off, free movement, correct function, and lubricate if necessary Main valves/flame Check shut-off, free movement, correct function, and lubricate if necessary.

Coils Check for damage, distortion, security of fasteners.

Inspect welds for cracking.

Check security of jets. Tighten or replace, as necessary. ( c) Basket System/component/area Task and inspection detail Identification (type/serial Check for presence. number) Basket walls Check the general condition of the basket walls.

Inspect weave for damage, cracks/holes. Check for no sharp objects inside the basket.

Basket wires Inspect for damage, check swaging and eye rings

(thimbles).

Karabiners Inspect for damage/corrosion. Operational check of karabiner lock.

Basket floor Inspect for damage and cracks.

Runners Inspect for damage, security of attachment.

Rawhide Inspect for damage, wear and attachments to the floor.

Rope handles Inspect for damage, security of attachment.

Cylinder straps Inspect for damage, deterioration, approved type fitted.

Padded basket edge trim Inspect for damage and wear.

Burner support rods Inspect for damage, wear and cracking.

Padded burner support Inspect for damage and wear. rod covers Basket equipment Check presence and functionality.

Pilot restraint and anchor Inspect for security and condition.

Fire extinguisher Check expiration date and protection cover.

First aid kit Check for completeness and expiration date.

(d) Fuel cylinders System/component/area Task and inspection detail Identification (type/serial Check for presence. number) Cylinder Check if periodic inspections for each cylinder are valid (date) (e.g. 10 years’ inspection).

Cylinder body Inspect for damage, corrosion Liquid valve Inspect for damage, corrosion, correct operation.

Issue 1 December 2023 43CAR-ML DRAFT Inspect O-ring seals, lubricate/replace as required Fixed liquid Inspect for damage, corrosion, correct operation.

Level gauge Contents Inspect for damage, corrosion, freedom of movement.

Gauge Vapour valve Inspect for damage, corrosion, correct operation (including regulator).

Check quick-release coupling for correct operation, sealing Padded cover Inspect for damage. Check for correct thickness.

Pressure relief valve Inspect for contamination, corrosion. Check service life limit.

Assembly Inspect, and test for leaks all pressure-holding joints using leak detector.

Perform functional test e) Additional equipment System/component/area Task and inspection detail Instruments Perform functional check.

Quick release Perform functional check and inspect the condition of the latch, bridle and ropes for wear and deterioration.

Check that the karabiners are undamaged and operate correctly.

Communication/navigation Perform operational check. equipment (radio) Transponder Perform operational check GM1 ML.A.302(d)(2) Aircraft maintenance programme OPERATIONAL TEST AND FUNCTIONAL TEST An operational test (or operational check) is a task used to determine that an item is operating normally. It does not require quantitative tolerances.

A functional test (or functional check) is a quantitative check to determine if one or more functions of an item performs within the limits specified in the appropriate maintenance data. The measured parameter should be recorded GM1 ML.A.302(d)(2)(d) Aircraft maintenance programme OPERATIONAL TEST OF TRANSPONDER A transponder test that is carried out in accordance with applicable regulation is considered to include the MIP task described in ML.A.302(d)(2)(d).

ML.A.303 Airworthiness directives Any applicable AD must be carried out within the requirements of that AD unless otherwise specified by the DGCA.

Issue 1 December 2023 44CAR-ML DRAFT ML.A.304 Data for modifications and repairs A person or organisation repairing an aircraft or a component shall assess any damage. Modifications and repairs shall be carried out using, as appropriate, the

following data:

(a) approved by the DGCA;

(b) approved by a design organisation complying with CAR 21 ( (c) Reserved c

Note:- Procedure for modification and repairs is detailed in Airworthiness Advisory )

Circular (AAC) No. 1 of 2017 ML.A.305 Aircraft continuing airworthiness record system

(a) At the completion of any maintenance, the certificate of release to service (CRS) required by point ML.A.801 shall be entered in the aircraft continuing airworthiness record system. Each entry shall be made as soon as possible but not later than 30 days after the day of the completion of the maintenance task.

(b) The aircraft continuing airworthiness records shall consist of an aircraft logbook, engine logbook(s) or engine module log cards, propeller logbook(s) and log cards, for any service-life-limited component, as appropriate.

(c) The aircraft type and registration mark, the date together with the total flight time and flight cycles and landings, shall be entered in the aircraft logbooks.

(d) The aircraft continuing airworthiness records shall contain:

(1) the current status of ADs and measures mandated by the DGCA in immediate reaction to a safety problem;

(2) the current status of modifications, repairs and other DAH maintenance recommendations;

(3) the current status of compliance with the AMP;

(4) the current status of service-life-limited components;

(5) the current mass and balance report;

(6) the current list of deferred maintenance.

(e) In addition to the authorised release document, CA Form 1, as set out in Appendix II of CAR-M, or equivalent, the following information relevant to any component installed, such as engine, propeller, engine module or service-life-limited component, shall be entered in the appropriate engine or propeller logbook, engine module or service-life-limited component log card:

(1) the identification of the component;

(2) the type, serial number and registration, as appropriate, of the aircraft, engine, propeller, engine module or service-life-limited component to which the Issue 1 December 2023 45CAR-ML DRAFT particular component has been fitted, along with the reference to the installation and removal of the component;

(3) the date together with the component's accumulated total flight time, flight cycles, landings and calendar time, as relevant to the particular component;

(4) the current information referred to in point (d), applicable to the component.

(f) The person or organisation responsible for the management of continuing airworthiness and tasks pursuant to point ML.A.201, shall control the records as detailed in point ML.A.305 and present the records to the DGCA upon request.

(g) All entries made in the aircraft continuing airworthiness records shall be clear and accurate. When it is necessary to correct an entry, the correction shall be made in a manner that clearly shows the original entry.

(h) An owner shall ensure that a system has been established to keep the following

records for the periods specified:

(1) all detailed maintenance records in respect of the aircraft and any service-life- limited component fitted thereto, until such time as the information contained therein is superseded by new information equivalent in scope and detail but no less than 36 months after the aircraft or component has been released to service;

(2) the total time in service, this is to say hours, calendar time, cycles and landings, of the aircraft and all service-life-limited components, for at least 12 months after the aircraft or component has been permanently withdrawn from service;

(3) the time in service, this is to say hours, calendar time, cycles and landings, as appropriate, since the last scheduled maintenance of the component subjected to a service life limit, at least until the component scheduled maintenance has been superseded by another scheduled maintenance of equivalent work scope and detail;

(4) the current status of compliance with the AMP at least until the scheduled maintenance of the aircraft or component has been superseded by another scheduled maintenance of equivalent work scope and detail;

(5) the current status of ADs applicable to the aircraft and components, at least 12 months after the aircraft or component has been permanently withdrawn from service;

(6) details of current modifications and repairs to the aircraft, engine(s), propeller(s) and any other component vital to flight safety, at least 12 months after they have been permanently withdrawn from service.

Issue 1 December 2023 46CAR-ML DRAFT AMC1 ML.A.305 Aircraft continuing-airworthiness record system

(a) Any other forms different from a logbook/log card of keeping the below information could be acceptable. For example, that could be in paper form, a spreadsheet or an IT system.

(b) A log card and status for components other than propeller and engines could be combined in a single document.

(c) If the AD is generally applicable to the aircraft or component type but is not applicable to the particular aircraft, engine, propeller or component, then this should be identified as well as the reason why it is not applicable. There is no need to list those ADs that are superseded or cancelled.

(d) The current status of ADs should be sufficiently detailed to identify the complied AD and/or the due limit.

(e) If the IT system is the only record-keeping system, it should have at least one backup system, which should be regularly updated. Each terminal should contain programme safeguards against the probability of unauthorised personnel altering the database ML.A.307 Transfer of aircraft continuing-airworthiness records

(a) When an aircraft is permanently transferred from one owner to another, the transferring owner shall ensure that the continuing airworthiness records referred to in point ML.A.305 are also transferred.

(b) When the owner contracts the continuing airworthiness management tasks to a CAMO or CAO the owner shall ensure that the continuing airworthiness records referred to in point ML.A.305 are transferred to the contracted organisation.

(c) The time periods for the retention of records set out in point (h) of point ML.A.305 shall continue to apply to the new owner, CAMO or CAO.

Issue 1 December 2023 47CAR-ML DRAFT SUBPART D MAINTENANCE STANDARDS ML.A.401 Maintenance data

(a) The person or organisation maintaining an aircraft shall only use applicable maintenance data during the performance of maintenance.

(b) For the purposes of this CAR, ‘applicable maintenance’ data means:

(1) any applicable requirement, procedure, standard or information issued by the DGCA;

(2) any applicable AD;

(3) Applicable ICA issued by type certificate holders, supplementary type certificate holders and any other organisation that publishes such data in accordance with CAR-21

(4) any applicable data issued in accordance with point (d) of point 145.A.45.

GM1 ML.A.401(b) Maintenance data Similar provisions to those in GM1 M.A.401(b)(3) and (b)(4) and GM1 M.A.401(b)(4) apply.

ML.A.402 Performance of maintenance

(a) Maintenance performed by approved maintenance organisations shall be in accordance with Subpart F of CAR-M, CAR-145 or CAR-CAO , as applicable.

(b) For maintenance not performed in accordance with point (a), the person

performing maintenance shall:

(1) be qualified for the tasks performed, as required by this CAR;

(2) ensure that the area in which maintenance is carried out is well organised and clean with no dirt or contamination;

(3) use the methods, techniques, standards and instructions specified in the maintenance data referred to in point ML.A.401;

(4) use the tools, equipment and material specified in the maintenance data referred to in point ML.A.401. If necessary, tools and equipment shall be controlled and calibrated to an officially recognised standard;

(5) ensure that maintenance is performed within any environmental limitations specified in the maintenance data referred to in point ML.A.401;

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(6) ensure that proper facilities are used in case of inclement weather or lengthy maintenance;

(7) ensure that the risk of multiple errors during maintenance and the risk of errors being repeated in identical maintenance tasks are minimised;

(8) ensure that an error-capturing method is implemented after the performance of any critical maintenance task;

(9) perform a general verification after completion of maintenance to ensure that the aircraft or component is clear of all tools, equipment and any extraneous parts and material, and that all access panels removed have been refitted;

(10) ensure that all maintenance performed is properly recorded and documented.

AMC1 ML.A.402 Performance of maintenance

(a) Examples of acceptable methods to record and document the

maintenance performed are the following: — a copy of the 100-h/annual inspection checklist with ticks and signature; and — a copy of the release to service indicating the tasks performed.

(b) Airborne contamination (e.g. dust, precipitation, paint particles, filings) should be kept to a minimum to ensure aircraft/components surfaces are not contaminated. If this is not possible, all susceptible systems should be sealed until acceptable conditions are re-established.

AMC1 ML.A.402(b)(7) Performance of maintenance To minimise the risk of errors and to prevent omissions, the person

performing maintenance should ensure that:

(a) every maintenance task is signed off only after completion;

(c) the grouping of tasks for the purpose of sign-off allows critical steps to be clearly identified; and

(c) any work performed by personnel under supervision (i.e. temporary staff, trainees) is checked and signed off by an authorised person Issue 1 December 2023 49CAR-ML DRAFT AMC1 ML.A.402(b)(8) Performance of maintenance CRITICAL MAINTENANCE TASKS The following maintenance tasks should primarily be reviewed to assess

their impact on safety:

(a) tasks that may affect the control of the aircraft’s flight path and attitude, such as the installation, rigging and adjustments of flight controls;

(b) tasks that may affect aircraft stability control systems (autopilots, fuel transfer);

(c) tasks that may affect the propulsive force of the aircraft, including the installation of aircraft engines, propellers and rotors; and

(d) the overhaul, calibration or rigging of engines, propellers, transmissions and gearboxes.

AMC2 ML.A.402(b)(8) Performance of maintenance ERROR-CAPTURING METHODS Re-inspection, when only one person is available to carry out the task, or independent inspection, are possible error-capturing methods ML.A.403 Aircraft defects

(a) Any aircraft defect that seriously endangers the flight safety shall be rectified before further flight.

(b) The following persons may decide that a defect does not seriously endanger flight safety, and may defer it accordingly:

(1) the pilot in respect of defects affecting non-required aircraft equipment;

(2) the pilot, when using the minimum equipment list, in respect of defects affecting required aircraft equipment — otherwise, these defects may only be deferred by authorised certifying staff;

(3) the pilot in respect of defects other than those referred to in points (b)(1) and

(b)(2) if all the following conditions are met: the defect is with the agreement of the aircraft owner or, if applicable, of the contracted CAMO or CAO

(i) the aircraft is operated under non-commercial ( private) operation

(ii) The pilot defers the defect with the agreement of the aircraft owner or, if applicable, of the contracted CAMO or CAO;

(4) the appropriately qualified certifying staff in respect of other defects than those referred to in points (b)(1) and (b)(2), where the conditions referred to in point 3(i) and (ii) are not met.

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(c) Any aircraft defect that does not seriously hazard flight safety shall be rectified as soon as practicable from the date on which the defect was first identified and within the limits specified in the maintenance data.

( (d) Any defect not rectified before flight shall be recorded in the aircraft continuing d airworthiness record system referred to in point ML.A.305 and a record shall be ) available to the pilot.

AMC1 ML.A.403 Aircraft defects Aircraft equipment should be declared to be defective if the pilot observed a malfunction during the flight, or if considered as faulty after inspection/test referred to in the maintenance data. This does not prevent the pilot from recording observations and comments on the performance of the aircraft equipment where this is not considered to constitute a defect.

GM1 ML.A.403 Aircraft defects If appropriate certifying staff is readily available for consultation, the pilot should consider consultation with them before deferring any defect.

For balloons, sailplanes or other aircraft not operated for commercial operation, the pilot may defer required equipment, regardless of whether or not a CAMO or CAO is contracted. However, if doing so, he or she has the obligation to receive the agreement of the owner, or the contracted CAMO or CAO.

The term ‘required’ refers to equipment that is required by the applicable airworthiness code (certification specification) or required by the relevant regulations for air operations or the applicable rules of the air or as required by air traffic management (e.g. a transponder in certain controlled airspace).

AMC1 ML.A.403(d) Aircraft defects All deferred defects should be made known to the pilot/flight crew, whenever possible, prior to their arrival at the aircraft.

Deferred defects should be listed on the current list of deferred maintenance (ML.A.305(d)(6)) and rectified at the next appropriate maintenance event and within the limit specified in the maintenance data. Any deferred defect that is not rectified during the next maintenance event, should be re-entered on the list of deferred maintenance and the original date of the defect should be retained.

Issue 1 December 2023 51CAR-ML DRAFT SUBPART E COMPONENTS ML.A.501 Classification and installation

(a) Unless otherwise specified in Subpart F of CAR-M, CAR-145, CAR-CAO and CAR- 21, component may be fitted only if all of the following conditions are met:

(i) it is in a satisfactory condition;

(ii) has been appropriately released to service using an CA Form 1 as set out in CAR-M or equivalent;

(iii) has been marked in accordance with Subpart Q of CAR-21.

(b) Prior to the installation of a component on an aircraft, the person or approved maintenance organisation shall ensure that the particular component is eligible to be fitted if different modifications or AD configurations are applicable.

(c) Standard parts shall only be fitted to an aircraft or component when the maintenance data specifies those particular standard parts. Standard parts shall only be fitted when accompanied by evidence of conformity to the applicable standard and has appropriate traceability.

(d) Raw or consumable material shall only be used on an aircraft or component

provided that:

(i) the aircraft or component manufacturer allows for the use of raw or consumable material in relevant maintenance data or as specified in Subpart F of CAR-M, CAR-145 or CAR-CAO.

(ii) such material meets the required material specification and has appropriate traceability.

(iii) such material is accompanied by documentation clearly relating to the particular material and containing a conformity-to-specification statement as well as the manufacturing and supplier source. (e ) In case of balloons, where different combinations of baskets, burners and fuel cylinders are possible for a particular envelope, the person installing them shall

ensure that:

(1) the basket, burner and/or fuel cylinders are eligible for installation according to the TCDS or other documents referred to in the TCDS;

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(2) the basket, burner and/or fuel cylinders are in serviceable condition and have the appropriate maintenance records.

AMC1 ML.A.501(a)(ii) Classification and installation CA FORM 1 OR EQUIVALENT For the purpose of CAR - M, a document equivalent to a CA Form 1 may be: - a release document issued by an organisation under the terms of a bilateral agreement signed by DGCA - EASA Form 1 - FAA Form 8130-3 - UK CAA Form 1 - Airworthiness release documents issued by the manufacturer of aircraft for new components shall be acceptable for the installation on type of aircraft for which Type Certificate is accepted by DGCA.

- Any other form acceptable to DGCA.

AMC1 ML.A.501(e) Classification and installation BALLOONS Baskets, burners and fuel cylinders are components which are often interchanged between different balloons. Furthermore, they are often removed/installed by the pilot-owner (or by other persons when such removal/installation is not considered maintenance because the task is described in the AFM).

As a consequence, an CA Form 1 does not need to be issued when these components are removed in serviceable condition from a balloon, and can be installed on another balloon as long as the person performing the installation has access to the appropriate maintenance records necessary to establish their serviceable condition. In particular, due attention should be paid to the inspection dates of the various components.

This does not supersede the requirement to release any maintenance performed on such components either on an CA Form 1 or equivalent or on the balloon maintenance log book, as applicable.

ML.A.502 Component maintenance

(a) Components accepted by the owner in accordance with point (c) of point 21.A.307 of CAR-21 shall be maintained by any person or organisation, subject to reacceptance by the owner under the conditions of point 21.A.307(c) of CAR-21.

Issue 1 December 2023 53CAR-ML DRAFT This maintenance is not eligible for the issuance of an CA Form 1, as set out in CAR-M and shall be subject to the aircraft release requirements.

(b) Components shall be released in accordance with the following table:

Released using an CA Released at aircraft level Form 1 (as set out in per point ML.A.801 (not CAR-M) possible to issue an CA Form 1) Components maintained in accordance with component maintenance data (data issued by the component manufacturer) Maintenance other Engine-rated (for engine) (i) Aircraft-rated than overhaul or component-rated (for maintenance other components) organisations; and/or maintenance

(ii) independent certifying organisations staff Overhaul of Component-rated Not possible components other maintenance than engines and organisations propellers Overhaul of Engine-rated (for engine) (iii) Aircraft-rated engines and or component-rated (for maintenance propellers for propeller) maintenance organisations; and/or Category 1 light organisations

(iv) independent certifying aircraft and LSA staff aircraft Components maintained in accordance with aircraft maintenance data (data issued by the aircraft manufacturer) All components and Engine-rated (for engine) — Aircraft-rated all types of or component-rated (for maintenance maintenance other components) organisations; and/or maintenance — independent certifying organisations staff Issue 1 December 2023 54CAR-ML DRAFT GM1 ML.A.502 Component maintenance COMPONENT MAINTENANCE BY INDEPENDENT CERTIFYING STAFF The cases where the independent certifying staff can release component maintenance are only valid when the independent certifying staff is allowed, according to ML.A.201, to carry out maintenance (refer to GM1 ML.A.201) and when he or she is competent for such component maintenance As an example, in accordance with ML.A.201(e), the independent certifying staff cannot carry out maintenance when the balloon is operated for commercial operation.

ML.A.503 Service-life-limited components

(a) The term ‘service life-limited components’ contains the following components:

(1) components subject to a certified life limit after which the components should be retired, and;

(2) components subject to a service life limit after which the components shall undergo maintenance to restore their serviceability.

(b) Installed service-life-limited components shall not exceed the approved service life limit as specified in the AMP and ADs, except as provided for in point ML.A.504(c).

(c) The approved service life is expressed in calendar time, flight hours, landings or cycles, as appropriate.

(d) At the end of the approved service life limit, the component must be removed from the aircraft for maintenance, or for disposal in the case of components with a certified life limit.

ML.A.504 Control of unserviceable components

(a) A component shall be considered unserviceable in any of the following

circumstances:

(1) expiry of the component's service life limit as defined in the AMP;

(2) non-compliance with the applicable ADs and other continued-airworthiness requirement mandated by the DGCA;

(3) absence of the necessary information to determine the airworthiness status of the component or its eligibility for installation;

(4) evidence of component defects or malfunctions;

(5) component involvement in an incident or accident likely to affect its serviceability.

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(b) Unserviceable components shall be identified as one of the following:

(1) unserviceable and stored in a secure location under the control of an approved maintenance organisation or independent certifying staff until a decision is made on the future status of such components;

(2) unserviceable by the person or organisation that declared the component unserviceable, and its custody shall be transferred to the aircraft owner after documenting such transfer in aircraft maintenance record system referred to in point ML.A.305.

(c) Components which have reached their certified life limit or contain a non-repairable defect or malfunction shall be classified as unsalvageable and shall not be permitted to re-enter the component supply system unless certified life limits have been extended or a repair solution has been approved in accordance with point ML.A.304.

(d) Any person or organisation responsible pursuant to point ML.A.201 shall in the case of an unsalvageable component, as provided for in point (c), take one of the

following actions:

(1) retain such component in a location referred to in point (b)(1);

(2) arrange for the component to be mutilated in a manner that ensures that it is beyond economic salvage or repair before relinquishing responsibility for such a component.

(e) Notwithstanding point (d), a person or organisation responsible pursuant to point ML.A.201 may transfer responsibility of components classified as unsalvageable without mutilation to an organisation for training or research.

Issue 1 December 2023 56CAR-ML DRAFT SUBPART H CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE TO SERVICE (CRS) ML.A.801 Aircraft certificate of release to service

(a) A CRS shall be issued after the required maintenance has been carried out properly on an aircraft.

(b) The CRS shall be issued, alternatively by:

(1) appropriate certifying staff on behalf of the approved maintenance organisation;

(2) independent certifying staff;

(3) the pilot- owner in compliance with point ML.A.803.

(c) By derogation from point (b), in the case of unforeseen circumstances, when an aircraft is grounded at a location where no appropriately approved maintenance organisation and no appropriate certifying staff are available, the owner may authorise any person, with no less than 3 years of appropriate maintenance experience and holding the proper qualifications, to maintain the aircraft according to the standards set out in Subpart D of this CAR and release the aircraft. The owner

shall in that case:

(1) obtain and keep in the aircraft records, details of all the work carried out and of the qualifications held by the person issuing the certification;

(2) ensure that any such maintenance is rechecked and released in accordance with point (b) of point ML.A.801 at the earliest opportunity and within a period not exceeding 7 days or, in the case of aircraft not operated for commercial operation, within a period not exceeding 30 days;

(3) notify the contracted CAMO or CAO, or the DGCA in the absence of such a contract, within 7 days of the issuance of such authorisation.

(d) In the case of a release to service in accordance with points (b)(1) or (b)(2), the certifying staff may be assisted in performing the maintenance tasks by one or more persons subject to his direct and continuous control;

(e) A CRS shall contain at least:

(1) basic details of the maintenance carried out;

(2) the date on which the maintenance was completed;

(3) the identity of the organisation or person issuing the release to service, including, alternatively:

(i) the approval reference of the maintenance organisation and certifying staff issuing the CRS;

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(ii) In the case of point (b)(2), the identity and, if applicable, the licence number of the independent certifying staff issuing the CRS;

(4) the limitations to airworthiness or operations, if any.

(f) By derogation from point (a) and notwithstanding point (g), when the required maintenance cannot be completed, a CRS may be issued within the approved aircraft limitations. In that case, the CRS shall indicate that the maintenance could not be completed, as well as indicate any applicable airworthiness or operations limitations, as part of the information required in point (e)(4).

(g) A CRS shall not be issued in the case of any known non-compliance with the requirements of this CAR which endangers flight safety.

AMC1 ML.A.801(e) Aircraft certificate of release to service

(a) The aircraft CRS should contain one of the following statements:

(1) ‘certifies that the work specified, except as otherwise specified, was carried out in accordance with CAR-ML, and in respect to that work, the aircraft is considered ready for release to service.’; or

(2) for a pilot-owner: ‘certifies that the limited pilot-owner maintenance specified, except as otherwise specified, was carried out in accordance with CAR-ML, and in respect to that work, the aircraft is considered ready for release to service.’.

(b) The CRS should relate to the task specified in the DAH’s or operator’s instruction or the AMP which itself may cross-refer to a DAH’s/operator’s instruction in a maintenance manual, service bulletin, etc. This should indicate the revision status of the maintenance instruction used.

(d) The CRS should include the date when the maintenance took place relative to any life or overhaul limitation in terms of date/flying hours/cycles/ landings etc. as appropriate.

(d) When extensive maintenance has been carried out, it is acceptable for the CRS to summarise the maintenance as long as there is a unique cross reference to the work pack containing full details of the maintenance carried out.

Dimensional information should be retained in the work pack record.

(e) The person issuing the CRS should use his or her normal signature except in the case where a computer release-to-service system is used. In this latter case, the DGCA needs to be satisfied that only this particular person may electronically issue the CRS. One such method of compliance is the use of a magnetic or optical personal card in conjunction with a personal identification number (PIN) known only to the individual, which is keyed into the computer. A certification stamp is optional.

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(e) At the completion of all maintenance, owners, certifying staff, operators and maintenance organisations should ensure they have a clear, concise and legible record of the work performed.

(g) In the case of an ML.A.801(b)(2) CRS, the independent certifying staff should retain all records necessary to prove that all requirements have been met for the issuance of a CRS.

AMC1 ML.A.801(f) Aircraft certificate of release to service Certain maintenance data issued by the DAH (e.g. AMM) requires that a maintenance task be performed in flight as a necessary condition to complete the maintenance ordered. Within the aircraft limitations, the person authorised to certify the maintenance per ML.A.801 should release the incomplete maintenance before this flight. GM1 ML.A.301(f) describes the relations with the aircraft operator, which retains the responsibility for the MCF. After performing the flight and any additional maintenance necessary to complete the maintenance ordered, a CRS should be issued in accordance with ML.A.801 ML.A.802 Component certificate of release to service

(a) A component CRS shall be issued after the required maintenance has been carried out properly on an aircraft component in accordance with point ML.A.502.

(b) The authorised release certificate identified as CA Form 1, as set out in CAR-M, constitutes the component CRS, except when such maintenance is released at aircraft level, as indicated in point ML.A.502(b).

ML.A.803 Pilot-owner authorisation

(a) To qualify as a pilot-owner, the person must:

(1) hold a valid pilot licence or equivalent licence issued or validated by a DGCA for the aircraft type or class rating;

(2) own the aircraft, either as a sole or joint owner; that owner must be, alternatively:

(i) one of the natural persons on the registration form;

(ii) a member of a non-profit recreational legal entity, where the legal entity is specified on the registration document as owner or operator; that member must be directly involved in the decision-making process of the legal entity and designated by that legal entity to carry out Pilot-owner maintenance.

(b) For aircraft not operated, for commercial operation, the pilot-owner may issue a CRS after limited Pilot-owner maintenance as provided for in Appendix II to this CAR.

(c) The CRS shall be entered in the logbooks and contain basic details of the maintenance carried out, the maintenance data used, the date on which that Issue 1 December 2023 59CAR-ML DRAFT maintenance was completed, as well as the identity, the signature and the pilot licence (or equivalent) number of the pilot-owner issuing such a certificate.

AMC1 ML.A.803 Pilot-owner authorisation

(a) A pilot-owner may only issue a CRS for the maintenance he or she has performed (ref. ML.A.201(c), ML.A.801 and ML.A.803).

(b) In the case of jointly-owned aircraft, the AMP should list the names of all pilot- owners that are competent and designated to perform pilot-owner maintenance (ref. ML.A.302(c)(6)). As an alternative, the AMP may contain a procedure to ensure how such a list should be managed and kept current.

(c) An equivalent valid pilot-owner licence may be any document attesting a pilot qualification recognised by the DGCA.

(d) Not holding a valid medical examination does not invalidate the pilot licence (or equivalent) required under ML.A.803(a)(1) for the purpose of the pilot-owner authorisation.

Issue 1 December 2023 60CAR-ML DRAFT SUBPART I AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW CERTIFICATE (‘ARC’) ML.A.901 Aircraft airworthiness review To ensure the validity of the aircraft airworthiness certificate (‘ARC’), an airworthiness review of the aircraft and its continuing airworthiness records shall be carried out periodically.

(a) An ARC is issued in accordance with Appendix IV (CA Form 15c) to this CAR upon completion of a satisfactory airworthiness review. The ARC shall be valid for 1 year;

(b) The airworthiness review and the issuance of the ARC shall be performed by the DGCA

(c) To carries out the airworthiness review and issues the ARC the owner shall provide

the DGCA with:

(1) the documentation required by the DGCA;

(2) suitable accommodation at the appropriate location for its personnel;

(3) when necessary, the support of appropriate certifying staff.

GM1 ML.A.901 Aircraft airworthiness review Reserved ML.A.902 Validity of the airworthiness review certificate

(a) An ARC becomes invalid if, alternatively:

(1) it is suspended or revoked;

(2) the airworthiness certificate is suspended or revoked;

(3) the lease agreement of the aircraft is not valid or aircraft is not in the aircraft register of DGCA;

(4) the type certificate under which the airworthiness certificate was issued is suspended or revoked.

(b) An aircraft shall not fly if the ARC is invalid or if any of the following circumstances

are present:

(1) the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft or any component fitted to the aircraft does not meet the requirements of this CAR;

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(2) the aircraft does not remain in conformity with the type design approved / accepted by the DGCA;

(3) the aircraft has been operated beyond the limitations of the approved flight manual or airworthiness certificate, without appropriate action being taken;

(4) the aircraft has been involved in an accident or incident that affects the airworthiness of the aircraft, without subsequent appropriate action to restore airworthiness;

(5) a modification or repair to the aircraft or any component fitted to the aircraft is not in compliance with CAR-21.

(c) Upon surrender or revocation, the ARC shall be returned to the DGCA.

ML.A.903 Reserved ML.A.904 Reserved ML.A.905 Reserved ML.A.906 Airworthiness review of aircraft imported into the Country

(a) When importing an aircraft, the applicant shall:

(1) apply to the DGCA for the issuance of a new certificate of airworthiness and ARC;

(2) have all maintenance carried out to comply with the approved AMP.

(b) The owner shall allow access to the aircraft for inspection by the DGCA.

(c) A airworthiness certificate shall be issued by the DGCA.

Note: Further requirements related to issue of C of A and ARC is detailed in CAR

Section-2, Series F Part III.

ML.A.907 Findings

(a) Findings are categorised as follows:

(1) A Level 1 finding is any finding of significant non-compliance with the requirements of this CAR which lowers the safety standard and seriously endangers flight safety.

(2) A Level 2 finding is any finding of non-compliance with the requirements of this CAR which may lower the safety standard and may endanger flight safety.

(b) After receipt of notification of findings. the person or organisation, having responsibilities pursuant to point ML.A.201, shall define and demonstrate to the Issue 1 December 2023 62CAR-ML DRAFT DGCA within a period agreed with this authority a corrective action plan, aimed at preventing reoccurrence of the finding and its root cause.

SECTION B PROCEDURES FOR DGCA Refer Airworthiness Procedures Manual Issue 1 December 2023 63CAR-ML DRAFT APPENDICES to CAR- ML Issue 1 December 2023 64CAR-ML DRAFT Appendix I Continuing-airworthiness management contract

(a) When an owner contracts in accordance with point ML.A.201 a CAMO or CAO to carry out continuing airworthiness management tasks, upon request by the DGCA, a copy of the contract signed by both parties shall be sent by the owner to the DGCA .

(b) The contract shall be developed taking into account the requirements of this CAR and shall define the obligations of the signatories in relation to the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft.

(c) It shall contain, as a minimum the following information:

(1) the aircraft registration, type and serial number;

(2) the aircraft owner's or registered lessee's name or company details including the address;

(3) details of the contracted CAMO or CAO, including the address;

(4) the type of operation.

(d) It shall state the following: ‘The owner entrusts the CAMO or CAO with the management of the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft, the development and approval of a maintenance programme by DGCA, and the organisation of the maintenance of the aircraft according to said maintenance programme.

According to the present contract, both signatories undertake to follow the respective obligations of this contract.

The owner declares, to the best of its knowledge, that all the information given to the CAMO or CAO concerning the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft is and will be accurate, and that the aircraft will not be altered without prior approval of the CAMO or CAO.

In case of any non-conformity with this contract, by either of the signatories, the contract will become null. In such a case, the owner will retain full responsibility for every task linked to the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft, and the owner will inform the DGCA within 2 weeks about the termination of the contract.’

(e) When an owner contracts a CAMO or CAO in accordance with point ML.A.201, the

obligations of each party shall be assigned as follows:

(1) Obligations of CAMO or CAO:

(i) have the aircraft type included in its terms of approval;

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(ii) respect all the conditions listed below with regard to maintaining the

continuing airworthiness of the aircraft:

(A) develop the AMP for the aircraft and present; to DGCA for approval

(B) once it has been approved, provide the owner with a copy of the AMP, as well as a copy of the justifications for any deviations from the DAH's recommendations;

(C) organise a bridging inspection using the aircraft's prior AMP;

(D) organise that all maintenance is carried out by an approved maintenance organisation or, if permitted, by independent certifying staff;

(E) organise that all applicable ADs are applied;

(F) organise that all defects discovered during maintenance, airworthiness reviews or reported by the owner are corrected by an approved maintenance organisation or, if permitted, by independent certifying staff;

(G) coordinate scheduled maintenance, the application of ADs, the replacement of service-life-limited parts, and component inspection requirements;

(H) inform the owner each time the aircraft must be brought to an approved maintenance organisation or, if permitted, to independent certifying staff;

(I) manage and archive all technical records;

(iii) organise the approval of any modification to the aircraft in accordance CAR -21 before this modification is embodied;

(iv) organise the approval of any repair to the aircraft in accordance with CAR - 21 before this repair is carried out;

(v) inform the DGCA whenever the aircraft is not presented by the owner for maintenance as requested by the contracted CAMO or CAO;

(vi) inform the DGCA whenever the present contract has not been respected;

(vii) ensure that the airworthiness review of the aircraft is carried out, when necessary, and ensure that the ARC is issued;

(viii) send within 10 days a copy of any ARC issued or extended to the DGCA

(ix) carry out all occurrence reporting mandated by applicable regulations;

(x) inform the DGCA whenever the present contract is denounced by either party.

(2) Obligations of the owner:

(i) have a general understanding of the AMP;

(ii) have a general understanding of this CAR;

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(iii) present the aircraft for maintenance as directed by the contracted CAMO or CAO;

(iv) not modify the aircraft without first consulting the contracted CAMO or CAO;

(v) inform the contracted CAMO or CAO of all maintenance exceptionally carried out without the knowledge and control of the contracted CAMO or CAO;

(vi) report to the contracted CAMO or CAO through the logbook all defects found during operations;

(vii) inform the DGCA whenever the present contract is denounced by either party;

(viii) inform the DGCA and the contracted CAMO or CAO whenever the aircraft is sold;

(ix) carry out all occurrence reporting mandated by applicable regulations;

(x) inform on a regular basis the contracted CAMO or CAO about the aircraft flying-hours and any other utilisation data, as agreed with the contracted CAMO or CAO;

(xi) enter the CRS in the logbooks, as mentioned in point ML.A.803(c), when performing pilot-owner maintenance;

(xii) inform the contracted CAMO or CAO no later than 30 days after completion of any Pilot-owner maintenance task.

Issue 1 December 2023 67CAR-ML DRAFT Appendix II Limited pilot-owner maintenance In addition to the requirements laid down in this CAR, the pilot-owner shall comply with

the following basic principles before it carries out any maintenance task:

(a) Competence and responsibility

(1) The pilot-owner shall always be responsible for any maintenance he performs.

(2) The pilot-owner shall hold satisfactory level of competence to perform the task. It is the responsibility of a pilot-owner to familiarise himself with the standard maintenance practices for his aircraft and with the AMP.

(b) Tasks The Pilot-owner may carry out simple visual inspections or operations to check the airframe, engines, systems and components for general condition, obvious damage and normal operation.

A maintenance task shall not be released by the pilot-owner if any of the following

conditions occurs:

(1) it is a critical maintenance task;

(2) it requires the removal of major components or a major assembly;

(3) it is carried out in compliance with an AD or an airworthiness limitation item (ALI) unless specifically allowed in the AD or the ALI;

(4) it requires the use of special tools or calibrated tools (except for torque wrench and crimping tool);

(5) it requires the use of test equipment or special testing (e.g. non-destructive testing

(NDT), system tests or operational checks for avionics equipment);

(6) it is composed of any unscheduled special inspections (e.g. heavy-landing check);

(7) it affects systems essential for the instrumental flight rules (IFR) operations;

(8) it is a complex maintenance task in accordance with Appendix III, or it is a component maintenance task in accordance with point (a) or (b) of point ML.A.502;

(9) it is part of the 100-h/annual check The criteria referred to in points (1) to (9) cannot be overridden by less restrictive instructions issued in accordance with the AMP referred to in point ML.A.302.

Any task described in the aircraft flight manual (or other operational manuals), for example preparing the aircraft for flight (assembling the sailplane wings, or performing Issue 1 December 2023 68CAR-ML DRAFT a pre flight inspection, or assembling a basket, burner, fuel cylinders and an envelope combination for a balloon, etc.), is not considered a maintenance task and, therefore, does not require a CRS. Nevertheless, the person assembling those parts is responsible for ensuring that those parts are eligible for installation and in a serviceable condition.

(c) Performance and records of the pilot-owner maintenance tasks The maintenance data, as specified in point ML.A.401, must always be available during the conduct of pilot-owner maintenance and must be complied with. Details of the data referred to in the conduct of pilot-owner maintenance must be included in the CRS in accordance with point (d) of point ML.A.803.

The pilot-owner must inform the contracted CAMO or CAO (if such contract exists) about the completion of the pilot-owner maintenance tasks no later than 30 days after completion of these tasks in accordance with point (a) of point ML.A.305.

AMC1 to Appendix II to CAR-ML — Limited pilot-owner maintenance

(a) The lists below specifies items that may be expected to be completed by an owner who holds a current and valid pilot licence for the aircraft type involved and who meets the competence and responsibility requirements of Appendix II to CAR-ML.

(b) The list of tasks may not address in a detailed manner the specific needs of the various aircraft categories. In addition, the development of technology and the nature of the operations undertaken by these categories of aircraft may not always be adequately considered.

(c) Any other task meeting the requirements of Appendix II to CAR-ML may also be performed by the pilot-owner.

(d) Therefore, the following lists are considered to meet the representative scope of limited pilot-owner maintenance referred to in ML.A.803 and Appendix II to CAR- ML:

(1) Part A applies to aeroplanes;

(2) Part B applies to rotorcraft;

(3) Part C applies to sailplanes and powered sailplanes; and

(4) Part D applies to balloons and airships.

(e) Inspection tasks/checks of any periodicity included in an approved maintenance programme can be carried out provided that the specified tasks are compliant with the basic principles of Appendix II to CAR-ML.

The content of periodic inspections/checks as well as their periodicity is not regulated or standardised in an aviation specification. It is the decision of the DAH to recommend a schedule for each specific type of inspection/check.

Issue 1 December 2023 69CAR-ML DRAFT For an inspection/check with the same periodicity for different aircraft, the content may differ and in some cases, may be critically safety-related and need the use of special tools or knowledge and thus, not qualify for pilot-owner maintenance. Therefore, the maintenance carried out by the pilot-owner should not be generalised to specific inspections such as of a 50-h, 100-h or 6-month periodicity.

The inspections to be carried out are limited to those areas and tasks listed in this AMC to Appendix II; this allows flexibility in the development of the maintenance programme and does not limit the inspection to certain specific periodic inspections.

A 50-h/6-month periodic inspection for a fixed-wing aeroplane as well as the 1-year inspection for a glider may normally be eligible for pilot-owner maintenance TABLES

Note: Tasks in Part A or Part B marked with ‘**’ exclude IFR operations following pilot- owner maintenance. For these aircraft to operate under IFR, these tasks should be released by an appropriate certifying staff.

Part A — PILOT-OWNER MAINTENANCE TASKS FOR POWERED AIRCRAFT

(AEROPLANES) ATA Area Task Aeropl anes 09 Towing Tow release unit and tow cable retraction mechanism Yes — cleaning, lubrication and tow cable replacement (including weak links) Mirror — installation and replacement of mirrors Yes 11 Placards Placards, markings — installation and renewal of Yes placards and markings required by the AFM and the AMM 12 Servicing Those items not requiring a disassembly of other than Yes non-structural items, such as cover plates, cowlings and fairings — lubrication 20 Standard Safety wiring — replacement of defective safety wiring Yes practices or cotter keys, excluding those in engine controls, transmission controls and flight control systems Simple non-structural standard fasteners — Yes replacement and adjustment, excluding the replacement of receptacles and anchor nuts requiring riveting 21 Air Replacement of flexible hoses and ducts Yes conditioning 23 Communica Communication devices — remove and replace self- Yes** tion contained, instrument-panel-mounted communication devices with quick-disconnect connectors, excluding IFR operations 24 Electrical Batteries — replacement and servicing Yes power Wiring — repairing broken circuits in non-critical Yes equipment, excluding ignition system, primary Issue 1 December 2023 70CAR-ML DRAFT generating system and required communication, as well as navigation system and primary flight instruments Bonding — replacement of broken bonding cable Yes Fuses — replacement using the correct rating Yes 25 Equipment Safety belts — replacement of safety belts and Yes harnesses excluding belts fitted with airbag systems Seats — replacement of seats or seat parts not Yes involving disassembly of any primary structure or control system Non-essential instruments and/or equipment — Yes replacement of self-contained, instrument-panel- mounted equipment with quick-disconnect connectors Oxygen system — replacement of portable oxygen Yes bottles and systems in approved mountings, excluding permanently installed bottles and systems Emergency locator transmitter (ELT) — Yes removal/reinstallation 27 Flight Removal or reinstallation of co-pilot control column Yes controls and rudder pedals where design provides for quick disconnect 28 Fuel system Fuel filter elements — cleaning and/or replacement Yes 30 Ice and rain Windscreen wiper — replacement of wiper blade Yes protection 31 Instruments Instrument panel — removal and reinstallation Yes**

provided that this is a design feature with quick- disconnect connectors, excluding IFR operations Pitot-static system — simple sense and leak check, Yes** excluding IFR operations Drainage — drainage of water drainage traps or filters Yes** within the pitot-static system, excluding IFR operations Instruments — checking of markings for legibility and Yes that those readings are consistent with ambient conditions 32 Landing Wheels — removal, replacement and servicing, Yes gear including replacement of wheel bearings and lubrication Servicing — replenishment of hydraulic fluid Yes Shock absorber — replacement of elastic cords or Yes rubber dampers Shock struts — replenishment of oil or air Yes Skis — changing between wheel and ski landing gear Yes Landing skids — replacement of landing skids and Yes skid shoes Wheel fairings (spats) — removal and reinstallation Yes Mechanical brakes — adjustment of simple cable- Yes operated systems Issue 1 December 2023 71CAR-ML DRAFT Brake — replacement of worn brake pads Yes 33 Lights Lights — replacement of internal and external bulbs, Yes filaments, reflectors and lenses 34 Navigation Software — updating self-contained, instrument- Yes panel-mounted software, excluding automated flight control systems and transponders Navigation devices — removal and replacement of Yes** self-contained, instrument-panel-mounted navigation devices with quick-disconnect connectors, excluding automated flight control systems, transponders, primary flight control system and IFR operations Self-contained data logger — installation, data Yes restoration 51 Structure Fabric patches — simple patches extending over no Yes more than one rib, and not requiring rib stitching or removal of structural parts or control surfaces Protective coating — application of preservative Yes material or coatings where no disassembly of any primary structure or operating system is involved Surface finish — minor restoration (where no Yes disassembly of any primary structure or operating system is involved), including application of signal coatings or thin foils as well as registration markings Fairings — simple repairs to non-structural fairings Ye and cover plates that do not change the contour 52 Doors and Doors — removal and reinstallation Yes hatches 53 Fuselage Upholstery, furnishing — minor repairs that do not Yes require disassembly of primary structure or operating systems, or interfere with control systems 56 Windows Side windows — replacement if no riveting, bonding or Yes any special process is required 61 Propeller Spinner — removal and reinstallation Yes 71 Power plant Cowling — removal and reinstallation not requiring Yes installation removal of propeller or disconnection of flight controls Induction system — inspection and replacement of Yes induction air filter 72 Engine Chip detectors — removal, checking and reinstallation Yes

provided that the chip detector is of a non-electrically- indicated self-sealing type 73 Engine fuel Strainer or filter elements — cleaning and/or Yes replacement Fuel — mixing of required oil into fuel Yes 74 Ignition Spark plugs — removal, cleaning, adjustment and Yes reinstallation 75 Cooling Coolant — replenishment of coolant fluid Yes 77 Engine- Engine-indicating system — removal and replacement Yes indicating of self-contained, instrument-panel-mounted system indicators that have quick-release connectors and do not employ direct reading connections Issue 1 December 2023 72CAR-ML DRAFT 79 Oil system Strainer or filter elements — cleaning and/or Yes replacement Oil — changing or replenishment of engine oil and Yes gearbox fluid Part B — PILOT-OWNER MAINTENANCE TASKS FOR ROTORCRAFT ATA Area Task Rotorcraft 11 Placards Placards, markings — installation and renewal of Yes placards and markings required by the AFM and the AMM 12 Servicing Fuel, oil, hydraulic, de-iced and windshield liquid Yes replenishment Those items not requiring a disassembly of other than Yes non-structural items, such as cover plates, cowlings and fairings — lubrication 20 Standard Safety wiring — replacement of defective safety wiring Yes practices or cotter keys, excluding those in engine controls, transmission controls and flight control systems Simple non-structural standard fasteners — Yes replacement and adjustment, excluding latches as well as the replacement of receptacles and anchor nuts requiring riveting 21 Air Replacement of flexible hoses and ducts Yes conditioning 23 Communica Communication devices — removal and replacement Yes** tion of self-contained, instrument-panel-mounted communication devices with quick-disconnect connectors, excluding IFR operations 24 Electrical Batteries — replacement and servicing, excluding Yes** power servicing of Ni-Cd batteries and IFR operations Wiring — repairing broken circuits in non-critical Yes equipment, excluding ignition system, primary generating system and required communication, navigation system and primary flight instruments Bonding — replacement of broken bonding cable, Yes excluding bonding of rotating parts and flying controls Fuses — replacement using the correct rating Yes 25 Equipment Safety belts — replacement of safety belts and Yes harnesses, excluding belts fitted with airbag systems Seats — replacement of seats or seat parts not Yes involving disassembly of any primary structure or control system, excluding flight crew seats Removal/installation of emergency flotation gears with Yes quick-disconnect connectors Non-essential instruments and/or equipment — Yes replacement of self-contained, instrument-panel- mounted equipment with quick-disconnect connectors ELT — removal/reinstallation Yes Issue 1 December 2023 73CAR-ML DRAFT 30 Protection Windshield wiper replacement Yes from ice and rain 31 Instruments Instrument panel — removal and reinstallation Yes**

provided that it is a design feature with quick- disconnect connectors, excluding IFR operations Pitot-static system — simple sense and leak check, Yes** excluding IFR operations Drainage — drainage of water drainage traps or filters Yes** within the pitot-static system, excluding IFR operations Instruments — checking of markings for legibility and Yes that those readings are consistent with ambient conditions 32 Landing Wheels — removal, replacement and servicing, Yes gear including replacement of wheel bearings and lubrication Replacement of skid wear shoes Yes Fitting and removal of snow landing pads Yes Servicing — replenishment of hydraulic fluid Yes Brake — replacement of worn brake pads Yes 33 Lights Lights — replacement of internal and external bulbs, Yes filaments, reflectors and lenses 34 Navigation Software — updating of self-contained, instrument- Yes panel-mounted software, excluding automated flight control systems and transponders Navigation devices — removal and replacement of Yes** self-contained, instrument-panel-mounted navigation devices with quick-disconnect connectors, excluding automated flight control systems, transponders, primary flight control system and IFR operations Self-contained data logger — installation, data Yes restoration 51 Structure Protective coating — application of preservative Yes material or coatings where no disassembly of any primary structure or operating system is involved Surface finish — minor restoration (where no Yes disassembly of any primary structure or operating system is involved, excluding intervention on main and tail rotors), including application of signal coatings or thin foils as well as registration markings Fairings — simple repairs to non-structural fairings Yes and cover plates that do not change the contour 52 Doors Doors — removal and reinstallation Yes 53 Fuselage Upholstery, furnishing — minor repairs that do not Yes require disassembly of primary structure or operating systems, or interfere with control systems 56 Windows Side windows — replacement if no riveting, bonding or Yes any special process is required Issue 1 December 2023 74CAR-ML DRAFT 62 Main rotor Removal/installation of main-rotor blades (designed Yes for removal where special tools are not required, excluding tail-rotor blades), limited to reinstallation of the same blades previously removed in the original position 63 Transmission Chip detectors — removal, checking and Yes 65 replacement provided that the chip detector is of a non-electrically-indicated self-sealing type 67 Flight control Removal or reinstallation of co-pilot cyclic and Yes collective controls and yaw pedals where design provides for quick disconnect 71 Power plant Cowlings — removal and refitment Yes installation 72 Engine Chip detectors — removal, checking and Yes reinstallation provided that the chip detector is of a non-electrically-indicated self-sealing type 79 Oil system Filter elements — replacement, provided that the Yes element is of the ‘spin on/off’ type Oil — changing or replenishment of engine oil Yes Part C — PILOT-OWNER MAINTENANCE TASKS FOR SAILPLANES AND POWERED SAILPLANES Abbreviations/acronyms applicable to this Part:

— n/a not applicable for this category; — SP sailplane; — SSPS self-sustained powered sailplane; and — SLPS/TMG self-launching powered sailplane/touring motor glider.

ATA Area Task SP SSPS SLPS/ TMG 08 Weighing Recalculation, small changes of the trim Yes Yes Yes plan without needing a reweighing 09 Towing Tow release unit and tow cable Yes Yes Yes retraction mechanism — cleaning, lubrication and tow cable replacement (including weak links) Mirror — installation and replacement of Yes Yes Yes mirrors 11 Placards Placards, markings — installation and Yes Yes Yes renewal of placards and markings required by the AFM and the AMM 12 Servicing Those items not requiring a Yes Yes Yes disassembly of other than non- structural items, such as cover plates, cowlings and fairings — lubrication 20 Standard Safety wiring — replacement of Yes Yes Yes practices defective safety wiring or cotter keys, Issue 1 December 2023 75CAR-ML DRAFT excluding those in engine controls, transmission controls and flight control systems Simple non-structural standard Yes Yes Yes fasteners — replacement and adjustment, excluding the replacement of receptacles and anchor nuts requiring riveting Free play — measurement of the free Yes Yes Yes play in the control system and the wing- to-fuselage attachment, including minor adjustments by simple means provided by the manufacturer 21 Air Replacement of flexible hoses and Yes Yes Yes conditionin ducts g 23 Communic Communication devices — removal and Yes Yes Yes ation replacement of self-contained, instrument-panel-mounted communication devices with quick- disconnect connectors 24 Electrical Batteries and solar panels — Yes Yes Yes power replacement and servicing Wiring — installation of simple wiring Yes Yes Yes connections to the existing wiring for additional non-required equipment, such as electric variometers, flight computers, but excluding required communication, navigation systems and engine wiring Wiring — repairing of broken circuits in Yes Yes Yes landing light and any other wiring for non-required equipment, such as electrical variometers or flight computers, excluding ignition system, primary generating system, required communication and navigation system, as well as primary flight instruments Bonding — replacement of broken Yes Yes Yes bonding cable Switches — this includes soldering and Yes Yes Yes crimping of non-required equipment, such as electrical variometers or flight computers, but excluding ignition system, primary generating system, required communication and navigation system, as well as primary flight instruments Fuses — replacement using the correct Yes Yes Yes rating Issue 1 December 2023 76CAR-ML DRAFT 25 Equipment Safety belts — replacement of safety Yes Yes Yes belt and harnesses Seats — replacement of seats or seat Yes Yes Yes parts not involving disassembly of any primary structure or control system Non-essential instruments and/or Yes Yes Yes equipment — replacement of self- contained, instrument-panel-mounted equipment with quick-disconnect connectors Removal and installation of non- Yes Yes Yes required instruments and/or equipment Wing wiper, cleaner — servicing, Yes Yes Yes removal and reinstallation not involving disassembly or modification of any primary structure and/or control Static probes — removal or Yes Yes Yes reinstallation of variometer static-and- total-energy compensation probes Oxygen system — replacement of Yes Yes Yes portable oxygen bottles and systems in approved mountings, excluding permanently installed bottles and systems Air brake chute — installation and Yes Yes Yes servicing ELT — removal/reinstallation Yes Yes Yes 26 Fire Fire warning — replacement of sensors n/a Yes Yes protection and indicators 27 Flight Gap seals — installation and servicing Yes Yes Yes control if no complete flight control removal is required Control system — measurement of the Yes Yes Yes control system travel without removing the control surfaces Control cables — simple optical Yes Yes Yes inspection for condition Gas dampener — replacement of gas Yes Yes Yes dampener in the control or air brake system Co-pilot stick and pedals — removal or Yes Yes Yes reinstallation where design provides for quick disconnect 28 Fuel Fuel lines — replacement of n/a Yes No system prefabricated fuel lines fitted with self- sealing couplings Fuel filter — cleaning and/or n/a Yes Yes replacement Issue 1 December 2023 77CAR-ML DRAFT 31 Instrument Instrument panel — removal and Yes Yes Yes s reinstallation provided that it is equipped with quick disconnect, excluding IFR operations Pitot-static system — simple sense and Yes Yes Yes leak check Instrument panel vibration Yes Yes Yes damper/shock absorbers — replacement Drainage — drainage of water drainage Yes Yes Yes traps or filters within the pitot-static system Flexible tubes — replacement of Yes Yes Yes damaged tubes 32 Landing Wheels — removal, replacement and Yes Yes Yes gear servicing, including replacement of wheel bearings and lubrication Servicing — replenishment of hydraulic Yes Yes Yes fluid Shock absorber — replacement or Yes Yes Yes servicing of elastic cords or rubber dampers Shock struts — replenishment of oil or Yes Yes Yes air Landing-gear doors — removal or Yes Yes Yes reinstallation and repair including operating straps Skis — changing between wheel and Yes Yes Yes ski landing gear Skids — removal or reinstallation and Yes Yes Yes servicing of main, wing and tail skids Wheel fairings (spats) — removal and Yes Yes Yes reinstallation Mechanical brakes — adjustment of Yes Yes Yes simple cable-operated systems Brake — replacement of worn brake Yes Yes Yes pads Springs — replacement of worn or aged Yes Yes Yes springs Gear warning — removal or Yes Yes Yes reinstallation of simple gear-warning systems 33 Lights Lights — replacement of internal and n/a n/a Yes external bulbs, filaments, reflectors and lenses 34 Navigation Software — updating of self-contained, Yes Yes Yes instrument-panel-mounted software, excluding automated flight control systems and transponders, and Issue 1 December 2023 78CAR-ML DRAFT including update of non-required instruments/equipment Navigation devices — removal and Yes Yes Yes replacement of self-contained, instrument-panel-mounted navigation devices with quick-disconnect connectors, excluding automated flight control systems, transponders, primary flight control system Self-contained data logger — Yes Yes Yes installation, data restoration 51 Structure Fabric patches — simple patches Yes Yes Yes extending over no more than one rib, and not requiring rib stitching or removal of structural parts or control surfaces Protective coating — application of Yes Yes Yes preservative material or coatings where no disassembly of any primary structure or operating system is involved Surface finish — minor restoration of Yes Yes Yes paint or coating (where the underlying primary structure is not affected), including application of signal coatings or thin foils as well as registration markings Fairings — simple repairs to non- Yes Yes Yes structural fairings and cover plates that do not change the contour 52 Doors Doors — removal and reinstallation Yes Yes Yes 53 Fuselage Upholstery, furnishing — minor repairs Yes Yes Yes which do not require disassembly of primary structure or operating systems, or interfere with control systems 56 Windows Side windows — replacement if no Yes Yes Yes riveting, bonding or any special process is required Canopies — removal and refitment Yes Yes Yes Gas dampener — replacement of Yes Yes Yes canopy gas dampener 57 Wings Wing skids — removal or reinstallation Yes Yes Yes and service of lower wing skids or wing roller including spring assembly Water ballast — removal or Yes Yes Yes reinstallation of flexible tanks Turbulator and sealing tapes — Yes Yes Yes removal or reinstallation of approved sealing tapes and turbulator tapes Issue 1 December 2023 79CAR-ML DRAFT 61 Propeller Spinner — removal and reinstallation n/a Yes Yes 71 Power Removal or installation of power plant n/a Yes No plant unit including engine and propeller installation Cowling — removal and reinstallation n/a Yes Yes not requiring removal of propeller or disconnection of flight controls Induction system — inspection and n/a Yes Yes replacement of induction air filter 72 Engine Chip detectors — removal, checking n/a Yes Yes and reinstallation provided that the chip detector is of a non-electrically indicated self-sealing type 73 Engine Strainer or filter elements — cleaning n/a Yes Yes fuel and/or replacement Fuel — mixing of required oil into fuel n/a Yes Yes 74 Ignition Spark plugs — removal, cleaning, n/a Yes Yes adjustment and reinstallation 75 Cooling Coolant — replenishment of coolant n/a Yes Yes fluid 76 Engine Controls — minor adjustments of non- n/a Yes No controls flight or propulsion controls whose operation is not critical for any flight phase 77 Engine- Engine-indicating system — removal n/a Yes Yes indicating and replacement of self-contained system instrument-panel-mounted indicators that have quick-release connectors and do not employ direct reading connections 79 Oil system Strainer or filter elements — cleaning n/a Yes Yes and/or replacement Oil — changing or replenishment of n/a Yes Yes engine oil and gearbox fluid Part D — PILOT-OWNER MAINTENANCE TASKS FOR BALLOONS/AIRSHIPS Area and task Hot-air Hot-air Gas airship balloon balloon A) ENVELOPE

(1) Fabric repairs — excluding complete panels (as Yes Yes NO defined in, and in accordance with, the TC holder’s instructions) not requiring load tape repair or replacement Issue 1 December 2023 80CAR-ML DRAFT

(2) Nose line — replacement Yes n/a n/a

(3) Banners — fitment, replacement or repair (without Yes Yes Yes sewing)

(4) Melting link (temperature flag) — replacement Yes Yes n/a

(5) Temperature transmitter and temperature Yes Yes n/a indication cables — removal or reinstallation

(6) Crown line — replacement (where permanently No Yes n/a attached to the crown ring)

(7) Scoop or skirt — replacement or repair (including Yes Yes n/a fasteners) B) BURNER

(8) Burner — cleaning and lubrication Yes Yes n/a

(9) Piezo igniters — adjustment Yes Yes n/a

(10) Burner jets — cleaning and replacement Yes Yes n/a

(11) Burner frame corner buffers — replacement or Yes Yes n/a reinstallation

(12) Burner valves — adjustment of closing valve not Yes Yes n/a requiring special tools or test equipment

(13) Burner hoses – replacement of O-rings in the Yes Yes n/a inlet connection

(C) BASKET AND GONDOLA

14) Basket/gondola frame trim — repair or Yes Yes Yes replacement

(15) Basket/gondola runners (including wheels) — Yes Yes Yes repair or replacement

(16) External rope handles — repair Yes Yes Yes

(17) Seat covers, upholsteries and safety belts — Yes Yes Yes replacement

(D) FUEL CYLINDER

(18) Liquid valve — replacement of O-rings in the Yes Yes No outlet

(E) INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT

(19) Batteries — replacement of batteries for self- Yes Yes Yes contained instruments and communication equipment

(20) Communication, navigation devices, instruments Yes Yes Yes and/or equipment — removal and replacement of self-contained, instrument-panel-mounted communication devices with quick-disconnect connectors

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22) Cleaning and lubrication not requiring Yes n/a n/a disassembly of other than non-structural items, such as cover plates, cowlings and fairings

(23) Cowling removal and refitment not requiring Yes n/a n/a removal of the propeller

(23) Fuel and oil strainers and/or filter elements — Yes n/a n/a removal, cleaning and/or replacement

(24) Batteries — replacement and servicing Yes n/a n/a (excluding servicing of Ni-Cd batteries)

(25) Propeller spinner — removal and installation for Yes n/a n/a inspection

(26) Power plant — removal or installation of power Yes n/a n/a plant unit including engine and propeller

(27) Engine chip detectors — removal, checking and Yes n/a n/a replacement

(28) Ignition spark plug — removal or installation and Yes n/a n/a adjustment including gap clearance

(29) Coolant fluid — replenishment Yes n/a n/a

(30) Engine controls — minor adjustments of non- Yes n/a n/a flight or propulsion controls whose operation is not critical for any flight phase

(31) Engine instruments — removal and replacement Yes n/a n/a

(32) Lubrication oil — changing or replenishment of Yes n/a n/a engine oil and gearbox fluid

(33) Fuel lines — replacement of prefabricated hoses Yes n/a n/a with self-sealing couplings

(34) Air filters (if installed) — removal, cleaning and Yes n/a n/a replacement Appendix III Complex maintenance tasks not to be released by the pilot-owner All of the following constitutes the complex maintenance tasks which, according to Appendix II, shall not be carried out by the pilot-owner. These tasks shall be released

either by CAO or by independent certifying staff:

(a) the modification, repair or replacement by riveting, bonding, laminating, or welding

of any of the following airframe parts:

(1) a box beam;

(2) a wing stringer or chord member;

(3) a spar;

(4) a spar flange;

(5) a member of a truss type beam;

(6) the web of a beam;

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(7) a keel or chine member of a flying boat hull or a float;

(8) a corrugated sheet compression member in a wing or tail surface;

(9) a wing main rib;

(10) a wing or tail surface brace strut;

(11) an engine mount;

(12) a fuselage longeron or frame;

(13) a member of a side truss, horizontal truss or bulkhead;

(14) a seat support brace or bracket;

(15) a seat rail replacement;

(16) a landing-gear strut or brace strut;

(17) an axle;

(18) a wheel; and

(19) a ski or ski pedestal, excluding the replacement of a low-friction coating;

(b) the modification or repair of any of the following parts:

(1) aircraft skin or the skin of an aircraft float if the work requires the use of a support, jig or fixture;

(2) aircraft skin that is subject to pressurisation loads if the damage to the skin measures more than 15 cm (6 in.) in any direction;

(3) a load-bearing part of a control system, including a control column, pedal, shaft, quadrant, bell crank, torque tube, control horn and forged or cast bracket, but

excluding:

(i) the swaging of a repair splice or cable fitting; and

(ii) the replacement of a push-pull tube end fitting that is attached by riveting;

(4) any other structure not listed in point (a) that a manufacturer has identified as primary structure in their maintenance manual, structural repair manual or instructions for continuing airworthiness;

(c) the performance of all of the following maintenance on a piston engine:

(1) dismantling and subsequent reassembling of a piston engine other than:

(i) to obtain access to the piston/cylinder assemblies; or

(ii) to remove the rear accessory cover to inspect and/or replace oil pump assemblies, where such work does not involve the removal and refitment of internal gears;

(2) dismantling and subsequent reassembling of reduction gears;

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(3) welding and brazing of joints, other-than-minor weld repairs to exhaust units carried out by a suitably approved or authorised welder but excluding component replacement;

(4) the disturbing of individual parts of units which are supplied as bench-tested units except for the replacement or adjustment of items normally replaceable or adjustable in service;

(d) the balancing of a propeller, except:

(1) for the certification of static balancing where required by the maintenance manual; and

(2) dynamic balancing on installed propellers using electronic balancing equipment where permitted by the maintenance manual or other approved airworthiness data;

(e) Any additional task that requires:

(1) specialised tooling, equipment or facilities; or

(2) significant coordination procedures because of the extensive duration of the tasks and the involvement of several persons.

Issue 1 December 2023 84CAR-ML DRAFT Appendix IV Airworthiness Review Certificate - CA Form 15c AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW CERTIFICATE (ARC) (for aircraft complying with (CAR- ML)

ARC reference: ………..

Pursuant to CAR-ML DGCA India hereby certifies that it has performed an airworthiness review in accordance with CAR-ML

on the following aircraft:

Aircraft manufacturer: …………………Manufacturer’s designation: ……………………………

Aircraft registration: …………………Aircraft serial number: ………………………………… and this aircraft is considered airworthy at the time of the review.

Date of issue: ....................................... Date of expiry: ………………………………… Airframe flight hours (FH) at date of review (*): ………………………………………………

Signed: ...................................................Authorisation No (if applicable): …….......................

1st Extension: the aircraft complies with the conditions of CAR-ML

Date of issue: ................................... Date of expiry: ………………………………………… Airframe flight Hours (FH) at date of issue (*): ………………………………………………

Signed: .....................................…… Authorisation No (if applicable):…………..................

2nd Extension: the aircraft complies with the conditions of CAR-ML

Date of issue: ..............................................Date of expiry: …………………………………….

Airframe flight hours (FH) at date of issue (*): ……………………………………………………..

Signed: .............................................. Authorisation No (if applicable):…………….................

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