EASA GM on Qualification of SAFA Inspectors

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EASA SAFA Guidance Material Annex to ED Decision 2008/001/S

EASA Guidance MaterialOn the Qualification of SAFA Inspectors


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QUALIFICATION OF INSPECTORS

GENERAL

1. This guidance material refers to the qualification of inspectors, including the relatedeligibility and training requirements and requirements on the training organisations. Inthe interest of standardisation of the SAFA ramp inspection techniques it is importantthat the Member States adhere as much as possible to the listed references. Non-adherence should be mentioned as a reasoned comment in the training records of theinspector or the evaluation records of the third party training organisation.

2. A competent authority should establish for each qualified SAFA inspector what items ofthe Ramp Inspection checklist he/she is entitled to inspect (inspection privileges). In

determining the inspection privileges of an inspector the competent authority shouldensure that the inspector has the technical knowledge and expertise and the specificSAFA training required to inspect all aspects pertaining to a specific inspection item.Further details on how to establish the inspecting privileges of a SAFA qualifiedinspector are presented in paragraph 6.

GM to paragraph 2.3.1 of the Annex to the Commission Directive 2008/49/EC

which replaces Annex II of the Commission Directive 2004/36/CE

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIAIntroduction3. Paragraph 9.4.5 of ICAO Doc 8335, Manual of Procedures for Operations

Inspection, Certification and Continued Surveillance, describes the sensitiveenvironment in which CAA inspectors have to perform their duties:

The satisfactory execution of the various functions of the CAA inspectorate

depends to a large extent on the qualifications, experience, competence and

dedication of individual inspectors. In addition to the vital importance oftechnical competency in performing certification, inspection and surveillancefunctions, it is likewise critical that inspectors possess a high degree ofintegrity, are impartial in carrying out their tasks, are tactful, have a goodunderstanding of human nature and possess the ability to get along well withpeople. Persons subject to surveillance by inspectors are often apprehensive

and sensitive to perceived intrusions by CAA representatives into what theyconsider their own domain. Such apprehension or resentment can usually be

reduced or overcome when the inspectors responsible for surveillance take careto explain that their objective is to assist rather than hinder and that theirsurveillance activities are being carried out in the interest of enhancing safety.Considering the specialized and sensitive nature of the CAA inspectors mission,it is vitally important that the qualifications, previous experience and personalcharacteristics of each person employed to perform inspection and surveillanceduties be verified and carefully evaluated before selections are made.


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a. has successfully completed post-secondary education with aduration of at least 3 years and after that, at least 2 yearsaeronautical experience in the field of aircraft operations or

maintenance, or personnel licensing; orb. has or has had a commercial/airline transport pilot licence and

preferably carried out such duties for at least 2 years ; orc. has or has had a flight engineer license and preferably carried

out such duties for at least 2 years; ord. has been a cabin crew member and preferably carried out such

duties in commercial air transport for at least 2 years; ore. has been licensed as maintenance personnel and preferably

exercised the privileges of such licence for at least 2 years; or

f. has successfully completed professional training in the field ofair transport of dangerous goods and preferably after that, atleast 2 years experience in this field; or

g. has successfully completed post-secondary aeronauticaleducation with a duration of at least 3 years;

Above mentioned training, licence and/or experience requirements

may be substituted by other relevant professional training, licences

and/or working experience of an equivalent level (e.g. certain staffof aircraft production facilities, airworthiness surveyors fromleasing companies might be considered eligible).

3. Is free of any form of conflict of interest, in particular, family,economical and commercial interests that might impair his/herindependence in the performance of his/her duties.

Privileges of the inspector

6. The background knowledge and working experience of the inspector determinesthe privileges of the inspector (the scope of his/her inspection; what he/she isentitled to inspect). The numerous varieties in backgrounds of the candidateinspectors make it impossible to issue a full set of templates showing thebackground-privileges relation. It is therefore up to the competent authority todetermine the eligibility and the related privileges for the inspector, whereby the

following should be considered:1. Background knowledge;

2.

Working experience;3. Interrelation of the inspection item with other disciplines (e.g. formercabin crew member may require additional training on MEL issues beforebeing considered eligible for safety items in the cabin);

The following example shows the typical privileges of an experienced CPL/ATPLholder and of an experienced aircraft maintenance engineer:


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Bridge training7. The competent authority may decide to enlarge the privileges of the inspector if

the basic knowledge of the inspector has been satisfactory enlarged byadditional theoretical trainings and/or practical trainings. This may require thesubsequent attendance of the relevant module of the SAFA training, since thistraining is about applying the basic knowledge during the SAFA inspection. Asan example: if an AML holder has acquired knowledge on the operational itemsof the A section (cockpit items) of the checklist (e.g. because he/she obtainedhis/her Commercial Pilots License), the privileges may be expanded. He/Shewill be required however to follow the SAFA theoretical, practical and on-the-jobtraining module of the new items.

Qualification tracking system8. The competent authority should put in place a system that will ensure that their

SAFA Inspectors meet at all times the qualification criteria set by the Annex tothe Directive 2008/49/EC with regard to the eligibility, training and recentexperience.

GM to paragraph 2.3.2 of the Annex to the Commission Directive 2008/49/EC

which replaces Annex II of the Commission Directive 2004/36/CE

INITIAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

SCOPE AND DURATION OF INITIAL TRAINING9. Initial training is encompassing:

1. Initial theoretical training; and2. Practical training; and

3. On the Job Training (OJT)

A. INITIAL THEORETICAL TRAINING10. The scope of the initial theoretical training is to familiarise the inspectors with the

framework and the European dimension of the SAFA Programme, and with thecommon inspection, finding categorisation, reporting and follow-up procedures. Theprimary scope of the theoretical training is not the transfer of technical (operational,

airworthiness, etc) knowledge and the trainees should possess such knowledge, eitherfrom previous work experience or through specialised training, prior to attending the

theoretical course. The duration of the initial theoretical training should be no lessthan 3 training days.

11. In case an integrated course is delivered (consisting of both the transfer of technicalknowledge and specific SAFA information) the duration of the course should beextended accordingly.


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14. The duration of the practical training should be no less than 1 training day. Thecompetent authority may decide to lengthen the training based on the level of

expertise of the attendees. Practical training may be split in several sessions providedan adequate training tracking system is in place.

15. The practical SAFA training should be conducted in accordance with the Syllabus inAppendix 2.

C. On the job training (OJT)

SCOPE OF ON THE JOB TRAINING (OJT)

16. The scope of OJT is to familiarise the trainees with the particularities ofperforming a ramp inspection in a real, operational environment. The competentauthority should ensure that OJT is undertaken only by trainees that havesuccessfully completed theoretical and practical training.

17. The competent authority should ensure that the area of expertise of the trainee iscompatible with the one of the Senior Inspector delivering OJT.

18. When selecting the operators to be inspected during the OJT programme theSenior Inspector should ensure that the training can be performed in asatisfactory manner but without undue hindrance or delay of the inspectedoperator.

19. The competent authority should ensure that the OJT ramp inspections ideallyaddress different operators (i.e. EU operators, third country operators), differentaircraft types and aircraft configurations (i.e. jet and propeller aircraft, single

aisle and wide-body aeroplanes, passenger/cargo/combi configurations), different

types of operations (i.e. commercial operations and general aviation, etc., longhaul and short haul operations).

20. OJT should comprise of two phases:1. Observation: during this phase the trainee will accompany and observe

the Senior Inspector when performing a series of ramp inspections

(including the preparation of the inspection and post-inspectionactivities: reporting, follow-up).

2.

Under supervision: during this phase the trainee will gradually start toperform ramp inspections, under the supervision and guidance of theSenior Inspector.

DURATION AND CONDUCT OF ON THE JOB TRAINING (OJT)21. The duration of OJT should be customised to take into account the particular

training needs of every trainee. As a minimum, the OJT programme should


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23. Before starting the OJT the trainee should be briefed with regard to the generalobjectives and working methods of the training.

24. Before every inspection the trainee should be briefed with regard to the particularobjectives and lessons to be learned during this inspection,

25. After every day of inspection the trainee should be debriefed with regard tohis/her performance and progress and areas where improvement is still needed.

ELEMENTS TO BE COVERED DURING THE OJT26. The OJT should address the elements listed hereunder. However, some of the

situations described below happen very seldom (i.e. grounding of an aircraft) and

in such cases they must be presented by the senior inspector during one of thedebriefings.

1. preparation of an inspection:a. use of the centralised database to prepare an inspectionb. other sources of informationc. areas of concern and/or open findings

d. retrieval of updated reference materials: NOTAMS, navigation and

weather charts;e. selection of operator(s) to be inspected (spot-check procedure,

priority list);f. task allocation among members of a ramp inspection team;g. daily/weekly/monthly ramp inspection schedule

2. administrative issues:a. ramp inspectors credentials, rights and obligationsb. special urgency procedures (if any);

c. national (local) aerodrome access procedures;

d. safety and security airside procedures;e. ramp inspector kit (electric torch, fluorescent vest, ear plugs, digital

camera, checklists, etc);3. cooperation with airport, air navigation services to obtain actual flight

information, parking position, time of arrival/departure, etc.4. ramp inspection:

a. introduction to the aircraft commander, flight crew, cabin crew,ground crew;

b.

inspection items: according to the area of expertise of the trainee;c. findings (identification, categorisation, reporting, evidencing)d. follow-up actions (class 2 and class 3)

5. Proof of Inspection:a. completion and delivery of the PoIb. request of acknowledgement of receipt (document the refusal to

sign)


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OJT PERFORMED BY A FOREIGN SENIOR INSPECTOR28. Certain states may not have senior inspectors to conduct OJT with their trainees. In

such a case the OJT should be performed by a senior inspector from another state,

either in home state of the trainee or in the home state of the senior inspector.

29. EASA will facilitate and coordinate such arrangements. The competent authoritieshaving appointed Senior Inspectors should notify EASA with regard to their numberand area of expertise. Based on the information received EASA will publish andmaintain a consolidated list.

30. The foreign Senior Inspector may not have the knowledge on certain elements of theOJT (e.g. 26.2 and 26.3). In such cases, the competent authority should ensure that

this information is provided to the trainees prior of being fully qualified as SAFAinspectors.

ISSUANCE OF THE QUALIFICATION STATEMENT OF SAFA INSPECTORS31. The competent authority should issue a formal qualification statement for each

qualified SAFA inspector listing the inspecting privileges.

32. The competent authority should issue the qualification statement only after the

candidate:

1. Has successfully completed the theoretical training demonstrated bypassing an evaluation set by the competent authority.

2. Has successfully completed practical and on the job training based onthe assessment of the senior inspector(s) by evaluating the traineesability to effectively perform ramp inspections in an operational

environment.

GM to paragraph 2.3.3 of the Annex to the Commission Directive 2008/49/ECwhich replaces Annex II of the Commission Directive 2004/36/CE

MAINTAINING THE VALIDITY OF THE QUALIFICATION

A. RECURRENT TRAINING

33. Once qualified, ramp inspectors shall undergo recurrent training in order to bekept up to date.

34. A competent authority should ensure that all ramp inspectors undergo ad-hocrecurrent training whenever it would be deemed necessary due to significantchanges in the EC SAFA Programmes structure and procedures, or regularly, atleast once every three years after being qualified as ramp inspectors.


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c. Changes in the categorisation of findingsd. New/upgraded IT tools

2. New technology and/or operational practices

3. Articulation with other European processes (Black List, authorisationof 3rdcountry operators)

4. Standardisation and harmonisation issues:a. Issues of general interest identified by the SAFA

standardisation visits;b. Issues identified by periodic quality reviews conducted by

EASA;c. Best practices.

39. The duration of the recurrent theoretical training should be adequate to the extent ofthe new information to be provided. The typical duration of recurrent training shouldbe not less than 1 training day and the format of the course should encourage theexchange of experience among the participants.

40. In order to enhance the effectiveness of the recurrent SAFA training EASA will publishat least annually a SAFA Training Bulletin comprising relevant, updated information to

be incorporated in the recurrent training.

41. Appropriate records should be kept by the competent authority attesting that allramp inspectors have successfully completed the recurrent training.

B. RECENCY REQUIREMENTS

42. The minimum number of inspections required for ramp inspectors to maintain

their qualification should be not less than 12 SAFA ramp inspections during any

12 months period after initial qualification, preferably evenly spread during suchintervals.As a transitory measure the minimum number of SAFA ramp inspections may bereduced to 8 for the 12 months periods ending in 2009 and reduced to 10 for theperiods ending in 2010.The minimum number of 8 inspections may also be used for those inspectors who

are considered to be qualified in accordance with paragraph 2.6.1 of the Annex tothe Commission Directive 2008/49/EC.

43. This number could be reduced with the number of inspections on aircraftoperated by domestic operators if the inspector is also a qualified flightoperations, ramp or airworthiness inspector of a competent authority and isregularly engaged in the oversight of such operators.

44. If a SAFA inspector lost his/her qualification as a result of failure to reach the


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GM to paragraph 2.4.3 of the Annex to the Commission Directive 2008/49/ECwhich replaces Annex II of the Commission Directive 2004/36/CE

EVALUATION OF THIRD PARTY SAFA TRAINING ORGANISATIONSGENERAL47. Training Organisations may decide to develop and deliver:

Initial theoretical training; and/or

Initial practical training; and/or

Recurrent training.

In each case, the competent authority shall evaluate the capability to deliver one

or more of the above mentioned SAFA training in accordance with the technicalcriteria established by EASA by reviewing:

1. A detailed description of its organisational structure, facilities andequipment (refer to paragraphs 52-57 below);

2. A copy of its training procedures (refer to paragraphs 58-61 below);3. Evidence related to its training developers and instructors (refer to

paragraphs 62-66 below);

4. Evidence related to the training course material developed for everytraining to be given to their inspectors (refer to paragraphs 67-70below).

48. The evaluation should furthermore include a sampling of an actual coursedelivery, preferably before employing the training organisation but ultimatelyduring the first training course delivered to the inspectors of the competentauthority. However, in the latter case this may require additional training to be

given to these inspectors in the case the evaluator raises any findings on the

course delivery.

49. The competent authority should use the checklists listed in Appendices 4-6 duringthe evaluation of the training organisation. These checklists should be part of thefinal evaluation report drawn up by the competent authority and kept on file for 4years. Once the competent authority has positively evaluated the Training

Organisation, such evaluation shall remain valid subject to compliance with thetechnical criteria as attested by the results of the periodic review as mentioned in

the paragraphs 71-72.

50. The competent authority should issue a formal statement attesting the positiveevaluation of training organisation, indicating also the type of training (initialtheoretical training and/or initial practical training and/or recurrent training).Such a statement should be transmitted to EASA.


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53. The competent authority should verify that the Training Organisation contractssufficient and qualified staff to develop and deliver Community SAFA trainingcourses in accordance with the technical criteria required by EASA.

B. FACILITIES

54. The size and structure of training facilities shall ensure protection from theprevailing weather elements and proper delivery of all planned training on anyparticular day.

55. Fully enclosed appropriate accommodation, separate from other facilities, shall beprovided for the instruction. In case the training will be given in other facilities

than its own training facility, such facility shall meet the same criteria.

56. For practical instruction, a suitable aircraft should be available for an adequateperiod.

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EQUIPMENT

57. Classrooms should have appropriate presentation equipment, of a standard that

ensures students can easily read presentation text/drawings/diagrams andfigures from any position in the classroom.

D. TRAINING PROCEDURES

58. The competent authority should verify that the Training Organisation hasestablished appropriate procedures to ensure proper training standards andcompliance with the technical criteria established by EASA, including an adequate

system to ensure control of the training process (e.g. facilities, instructors,

course preparation, material and delivery).

59. The training should be conducted in English language with the aim to train thetrainee in the jargon to be used during the ramp inspection.

60. The competent authority should verify that the Training Organisations

compliance with EASAs technical criteria is maintained in time, and that thecontent of Community SAFA training course is always kept in line with the

relevant EASA syllabi.

61. Furthermore, the competent authority should verify that the TrainingOrganisation has put in place a system to evaluate the effectiveness of trainingbeing provided, based upon feedbacks collected from course participants aftereach training delivery using a standard form developed by the trainingorganisation.


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2. knowledge of training delivery methods and techniques.3. for instructors delivering training on inspection items and/or delivering

practical training:

a. meets the eligibility requirements for SAFA inspectorsb. knowledge of the SAFA inspection methodology through

participation, as an inspector or as an observer under theguidance of a Senior Inspector, in at least 30 SAFA inspections inthe previous 5 years before being nominated as an instructor.

4. for instructors delivering training on the regulatory framework and generalSAFA process, at least 2 years of direct experience in the EC SAFAProgramme (e.g. either as an inspector or as a SAFA National Coordinator)or as an aviation safety regulations/legislation expert;

EVALUATION OF INSTRUCTOR QUALIFICATION64. The competent authority should require the training organisation to put in place a

system that will ensure that their instructors meet at all times the qualificationcriteria related to the qualification, recent experience and recurrent training. Thecompetent authority should evaluate such system for compliance with paragraph63 and ensure that the training organisation corrects any deviations from the

applicable criteria before any training will be delivered by the concerned

instructor.

TRANSITIONAL MEASURES65. Notwithstanding the abovementioned criteria, individuals having participated as

an instructor in at least one SAFA Inspector Training Course since 1stof October2006 are considered eligible to act as SAFA Instructors without demonstratingcompliance with the criteria prescribed above in paragraph 63. Nevertheless,they shall remain current by fulfilling the criteria in paragraph 66.

RECENT EXPERIENCE AND RECURRENT TRAINING66. Recent experience and recurrent training criteria for SAFA instructors are as

follows:

1. The instructor delivering training on inspection items and/or deliveringpractical training shall have performed or observed a minimum of 6SAFA inspections per year under the conditions as specified in 66 (3).

2. All instructors should attend a recurrent training workshop organised

by EASA, aiming at updating the knowledge with new developments ofthe SAFA Programme as well as standardisation and harmonisationissues. EASAs workshop should be attended whenever it would bedeemed necessary due to significant changes in the SAFAProgrammes structure and procedures, with a minimum of at leastonce every 3 years. EASA will indicate in the SAFA Training Bulletin asreferred to in paragraph 40 when an ad-hoc recurrent training would


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69. At the time of the evaluation, the training course material shall be accurate andreflect the latest status of all applicable regulatory material and Community SAFA

procedures/instructions/forms at the time of delivery. The competent authorityshould make sure that the training organisation has put in place an adequateprocedure that will ensure that the training material will be updated asnecessary.

70. The competent authority shall ensure that course participants will be given:

1. A copy of the complete training course material;2. Access to relevant examples of legal/regulatory documents and

technical information.

G. PERIODIC EVALUATION OF TRAINING ORGANISATIONS

71. The competent authority should request the training organisation(s) on whichthey conducted the initial technical evaluation to communicate any changes ofany of the elements of that initial evaluation.

72. The same competent authority should also ensure that the organisation will beevaluated every 24 months. During the periodic evaluation the competentauthority should determine whether the training organisation continues to meetthe above mentioned technical criteria. The extent of the periodic evaluationshould be proportionate to the magnitude of the changes affecting that trainingorganisation (e.g. new facilities, new instructors, new/amended training material,new training courses, etc.) and will include a review of the results of the feedbacksystem. If deemed necessary, the periodic review may include a re-sampling of

training course(s). The results of the periodic review should be communicated to

the training organisation concerned, including, if applicable, all the deviationsfrom the technical criteria. The competent authority should ensure that the SAFAtraining organisation addresses and corrects those deviations to the satisfactionof the competent authority. If the competent authority finds that the trainingorganisation no longer meets the technical criteria then the initial evaluation willcease to have effect for the purpose of delivering SAFA training. Such a decision

should be notified immediately to EASA.

H. USING EVALUATION RESULTS OF OTHER COMPETENT AUTHORITIES73. A competent authority (A), when so requested by another competent authority

(B), may make available to the latter (B) all the results of the initial and periodicevaluation of a training organisation. This competent authority (B) may use,wholly or in part, the results of such previous evaluation(s) performed by theother competent authority (A) to use as a base for its own evaluation.


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which may be used, subject to an agreement with EASA, by any competentauthority wishing to use the services of that training organisation.

GM to paragraph 2.5 of the Annex to the Commission Directive 2008/49/EC whichreplaces Annex II of the Commission Directive 2004/36/CE

SENIOR INSPECTORS

76. The senior inspectors play an important role in the process of qualification ofinspectors and therefore only inspectors possessing significant technicalknowledge and experience should be nominated. A competent authority mayappoint senior inspectors provided they meet the relevant common qualification

criteria as mentioned in paragraph 2.5.2 of the Annex to the CommissionDirective 2008/49/EC.

77. Additional factors to be considered when nominating senior inspectors includeknowledge of training techniques, professionalism, maturity, judgment, integrity,safety awareness, communication skills, personal standards of performance, anda commitment to quality.

78. After appointment a senior inspector will maintain this qualification only ifperforming a minimum number of 12 SAFA inspections a year, preferably evenlyspread during the interval.

79. If a SAFA Senior Inspector loses his/her qualification as a result of failure toreach the minimum number of inspections mentioned in paragraph 78 abovehe/she should be re-qualified by the competent authority by performing at least 2SAFA inspections under the supervision of a senior inspector, within a maximum

period of 2 months.

80. Senior inspectors, like any other SAFA inspectors, should also receive recurrenttraining according to the frequency mentioned in paragraph 34 above.


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APPENDIX 1

Cours e Syl labus

INITIALTRAININGCOURSE-THEORETICAL TRAINING -


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INITIAL (THEORETICAL) TRAINING COURSE

- Module (gen) : GENERAL OVERVIEW (legal)

- Module (A) : Flight deck inspection items

- Module (B) : Cabin Safety inspection items

- Module (C) : Aircraft condition inspection items

- Module (D) : Cargo inspection items


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MODULE (GEN)

OVERVIEW OF THE SAFETY ASSESSMENT OF FOREIGN AIRCRAFT

Objectives:1. Trainees should know the background of the SAFA

Programme2. Trainees should be able to identify the main elements of

the Programme

3. Trainees should understand the role of SAFA in thegeneral safety oversight context

Introduction

The Community Safety Assessment of Foreign AircraftProgramme Overview

Role and Responsibilities of the European Aviation SafetyAgency - Overview

The EC SAFA programme - ICAO basic references

ICAO convention

Annex 1 Personnel Licensing

Annex 6 Operations of Aircraft

Annex 8 Airworthiness of Aircraft - Main features

Application by all SAFA participating States

Dissemination of inspection results Bottom-up approach

Focused attention

Compliance with ICAO standards

Principles of SAFA programme

EU Member State Role

States on SAFA working arrangements with EASA

Common procedures and common reporting format

The SAFA data base Introduction

The legal obligation to inspect

The European Commission

Role and responsibility

Legislative power


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The European Aviation Safety Agency

Role and responsibilities

The executive tasksoCollection of inspection reportsoMaintenance of the centralised databaseoAnalysis of relevant informationoReporting to European Commission and the Member

StatesoAdvising the European Commission and Member States

on follow-up actionsoDeveloping SAFA proceduresoDeveloping training programmes and foster the

organisation and implementation of training courses andworkshops

oThe implementation of the EC SAFA Programme in theCommunity

EU and non EU Member States Role and responsibilities

EU Member States

Non-EU States that have signed the Working Arrangement

Eurocontrol


The Air Safety Committee ASC


Representation of EU Member States

Legislative advisory role

The European SAFA Steering Expert Group ESSG

Role and responsibilities Representation of EU Member Sates and non-EU Member


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States

Technical advisory role


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THE EU SAFA LEGAL FRAMEWORK

Objectives:1. Trainees should fully understand the legal instruments of the

Programme2. Trainees should be able to identify the stakeholders and their

responsibilities3. Trainees should be capable to define the relationship between

SAFA Programme and the Community List of Banned Airlines

Directive 2004/36/CE (Council/Parliament)Scope and objective

Collection of information

Ramp inspection

Exchange of information

Protection and dissemination of information

Grounding of aircraft

Imposition of a ban or condition on operation

Commission Directive 2008/49/ECScope and relevanceAnnex II Overview

Qualification of Inspectors and QualificationCriteria

Senior Inspectors Transitional measures

Standards

The Inspection process

Maximum Database inclusion time

Categorisation of findings

Follow-Up actions

Appendix 1 SAFA Ramp Inspection Report Appendix 2 Proof of Inspection Form

Commission Regulation 768/2006 implementingDirective 2004/36 (SAFA Programme)Scope and relevance

Commission Regulation 351/2008

Scope and relevance


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Definitions

Prioritisation criteria

Communications

Commission Regulation 2111/2005Scope and relevance

List of banned air carriers 474/2006 andsubsequent amendments

Scope and relevance

Commission Regulation 216/2008 EASA newBasic Regulation

General Overview

SAFA related Articles

Article 10 Oversight and enforcement

Article 69 Repeals (applicable paragraphs)


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THE ICAO FRAMEWORK

Objectives:1. Trainees should be able to outline ICAOs role and responsibilities

within the international civil aviation context.2. Trainees should understand the obligations of the signatory states.3. Trainees should understand the direct relationship between ICAO

standards and SAFA.

International Requirements

The Chicago Convention general overview

The ICAO general overview

The Convention key SAFA-related Articles

Article 11 Applicability of Air Regulations

Article 12 Rules of the Air Article 16 Search of Aircraft

Article 29 Documents carried on Aircraft

Article 30 Aircraft Radio Equipment

Article 31 Certificate of Airworthiness

Article 32 Licenses of Personnel

Article 33 Recognition of certificates andlicenses

Article 37 Adoption of International Standardsand Recommended Practices

Article 38 Departures from internationalstandards and procedures

Article 83 bis Transfer of certain functions andduties

SAFA and ICAO - Annex 7(Aircraft Nationality and Registration Marks ) Overview

The Certificate of Registration

Example of Certificate of Registration

The Identification Plate

SAFA and ICAO - Annex 8(Airworthiness of Aircraft) Overview


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Validity of the Certificate of Airworthiness

Standard form of Certificate of Airworthiness

Emergency Exits, markings and lights

Safety and Survival Equipment

SAFA and ICAO - Annex 1(Personnel Licensing) Overview

General Rules concerning licenses

SAFA and ICAO - Annex 6(Operation of Aircraft) - Overview

Part I, Commercial operation Part II, General operation

Part III, Helicopter operation

SAFA and ICAO - Annex 16(Environmental Protection) Overview

Noise Certificate (applicability to SAFA

programme)

SAFA and ICAO - Annex 18(The Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air)

Overview

Dangerous goods technical instructions(Doc 9284)

SAFA and ICAO Doc 7030(Regional Supplementairy procedures)

Overview

Applicability (EUR and NATregion only)


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SAFA TECHNICAL ASPECTS OVERVIEW

Preparation of the Inspection

Subjects of the Inspection:

Civil Aircraft / Foreign Aircraft / Third Country Aircraft

Technical considerations

Experience / feedbacks from previous checks Intelligence (SAFA database, ATC, passenger complaints, etc)

Prioritisation (Commission Regulation 351)

Elements to be inspected:

In principle all SAFA checklist items; but:Other considerations for a limited inspection:

Time available (stop duration, slot, no unreasonable delay)

Inspector priviliges

Areas of concern (based upon previous checks and/or SAFA data base)

Context (recent / old aircraft, new airline, new type of aircraft)

Intelligence information

Planning the inspection:

Efficient use of the time available

Considerations for inspections on arrival or departure Any day in a week, any time in a day

Short transit times:

Walk around check during off boarding

Segmented inspections


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Toolkit for the SAFA inspector

Inspectors documentation (SAFA procedures, regulations, updated reference material, etc.)

Inspectors tools (vest, flashlight, camera, telephone, protective personal equipment, etc)

Inspectors Identification (authority ID, Airport badge)

Airline documentation available

Teamwork:

Preferably 2 Inspectors covering all fields of expertise

Briefing on task allocation

The ramp inspection checklist Annex II to Directive EC 36/2004 as amended by Directive EC/49/2008

Aspects to be covered by the ramp inspection

The ramp inspection checklist (format/structure and overview of contents)

Starting the Inspection Introduction to the crew (flight crew / technical staff / airline representative / translator)

Determination of available inspection time

Explain that any operator is subject to inspections (SAFA principle)

Code of conduct Human factor principle (inspection = intrusion)

Cooperation with the crew Time efficiency

Collection of evidence

Categorisation of findings Definition of finding : Deviation from the standards

Category 1 finding with minor influence on safety

Category 2 finding with significant influence on safety Category 3 finding with major influence on safety


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SAFA findings categorisation Table

Follow up actions Relationship between finding and action

Class 1 action

Class 2 action

Class 3 actions

Concluding the Inspection

Debriefing of inspection results. Delivery of proof of inspection to the The Captain / Airline representative / Sub-contractors


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SAFA DATABASE Hands on Training

Objectives:1. Trainees should have the relevant knowledge to input and retrieve data from the

SAFA database.2. Trainees should know the analysis process and its deliverables.3. Trainees should understand the analysis dependability on the accuracy of the

inspection reports.

Purpose of the database

The Database as Inspectorstool

SAFA Database Input

SAFA Database Output

SAFA Database Search

Focused inspection module

Follow up actions : Operatorlogging

Database analytical tools andreports


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MODULE (A)

SAFA INSPECTION ITEMS (A )

Objectives:Trainees should possess the relevant knowledgeenabling them to inspect each item.

A1 General Condition (cockpit)

Circuit breakers (C/B) (inappropriately pulled/popped)

Stowage of baggage

Crew seats (manual or electrical ones)

Security / Reinforced cockpit door

General condition of cockpit

Minimum crew

A2 Emergency Exit (cockpit)

Access (easy / no blockings)

Escape ropes (secured)

Emergency exits (cockpit)

A3 Equipment

Awareness of different design philosophies of A/C systems (BITE,message displays / status)

Proper functioning (system test)

GPWS - TAWS

General (basic principles) Forward looking terrain avoidance function (7-channel SRPBZ

ICAO compliant)

Presence of the equipment

Validity of GPWS database

System test - passed

CIS built A/C systems (SSOS, SPPZ and SRPBZ)

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ACAS/TCAS II

General (Applicability and principles) Mode S transponder and ACAS (general)

System test

8.33 kHz radio channel spacing

Selection of an 8.33 kHz channel

Presence of 6 or 5 digits (132.055 or 32.055)

RNAV BRNAV - PRNAV

General (Applicability and principles)

Special authorisation

Required equipment

Flight planning and completion of the flight

RVSM


Special authorisation

Required equipment


MNPS


Special authorisation Required equipment


A4 Manuals

Operation Manual (structure and content requirements)

Flight Manual (structure)

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Update status

Ex-Soviet built aircraft Rukowodstwo or RLE

Electronic Flight Bag (build in, lap-tops, other)

A5 Checklists Availability: within reach and update status

Compliance with operator procedures (normal, abnormal andemergency)

Appropriateness of checklist used (aircraft checklists)

A/C system integrated checklists

Ex Soviet-built aircraft issues (Pilots checklist and flight engineers

checklist)

A6 Radio Navigation Charts

Required charts (departure, en-route, destination and alternate):within reach and update status

Validity of FMS database

Electronic maps and charts

A7 Minimum Equipment List (MEL)

Availability: approval and update status

Content: MEL reflects installed equipments

Ex Soviet-built aircraft: Rokowodstovo content

Relationship MEL / MASTER MEL

CDL (configuration deviation list)

A8 Certificate of Registration Availability and accuracy

Original documents and certified copies acceptability

Presence of mandatory information on the certificate:

Identification plate (type location)

A9 Noise Certificate

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Multiple noise certification

Approval status

A10 AOC or equivalent

Availability (original or certified copy) and accuracy Content in compliance with requirements / format

Presence of Operational specifications and relevance to theoperations of the inspected flight (if applicable)

A11 Radio (station) license

Availability and accuracy


A12 Certificate of Airworthiness (C of A)

Format of Certificate of Airworthiness


Presence, accuracy and validity

A13 Flight Preparation

Presence and accuracy of Operational Flight Plan

Performance calculations

..Proper fuel calculation and monitoring

Special considerations for ETOPS operations

Availability and update of meteorological information

Availability and update of NOTAMS

Letter Y in field 10 of the flight plan

A14 Weight and Balance sheet


A15 Hand Fire Extinguishers

Validity, access and locations

Mounting

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A16 Life Jackets / Flotation Devices


Applicability

A17 Harness

Presence (and usage)

Availability for all flight crew members

Requirements for different crew positions

Conditions (wearing)

A18 Oxygen equipment Presence, access and condition.

Oxygen cylinder pressure.

Minimum required according to the OPS manual. (In case of lowpressure)

Operational functional check of the combined oxygen andcommunication system (crew)

A19 Flash Light

Number of required flashlights (day / night)

Condition, serviceability and access

A20 Flight Crew Licences

Validity of crew licences and appropriate ratings

Validation of foreign licences

Validity of Medical Certificate Special medical conditions (spare glasses, etc)

Curtailment of privileges of pilots who have attained their 60th

birthday

A21 Journey Log Book

Content of Journey log book (recommendation / roman numerals)

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A22 Maintenance Release

Applicable requirements and duties of the PIC

Ex-Soviet built aircraft : PTO, TY and KAPTA

A23 Defect Notification and Rectification (Incl. Tech Log)

Defects notification

Cross check with MEL

History of defects / notification (incl. Hold item list)

Ex-Soviet built aircraft : PTO, TY and KAPTA

A24 Pre-flight Inspection Applicable requirements and duties of the PIC



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MODULE (B)

SAFA INSPECTION ITEMS (B)

Objectives:Trainees should possess the relevant knowledge

enabling them to inspect each item.B1 General Internal Condition

General condition

Safety and survival equipment

Design and construction

B2 Cabin Attendants Station and Crew Rest Area

Cabin attendants seats (number, material / fire resistant andcondition , upright position / safety hazard

Equipment

B3 First Aid Kit / Emergency Medical Kit

Recommendation on contents (validity) Locations of kits

Adequacy

Readily / access

Identifications / markings / seals

B4 Hand Fire Extinguishers

Validity, access and locations Mounting

Types

B5 Life jackets/Floatation Devices


Applicability

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Instructions for passengers (written and demonstration)

B6 Seat belt and seat condition

Seats and belts (material / condition / installation)

B7 Emergency Exit, Lighting and Marking, Torches

Evacuation signs

Lighting and marking (passenger compartment)

Flash lights (cabin crew)


B8 Slides / Life-Rafts / ELTs Slides/rafts general (locations, types)

Serviceability - Pressure gauge / green band


ELT (general / types / location)

B9 Oxygen Supply (Cabin Crew and Passengers)

Oxygen supply: Cylinders and generators

Serviceability - Pressure gauge / green band

Models / A/C types

Dropout panels / Storage of masks

B10 Safety Instructions


B11 Cabin Crew Members Appropriate number of cabin crew (A/C type)

Refuelling with passengers on board (crew positions)

B12 Access to Emergency Exits

Number and location of exits

Different models and sizes (A/C type)

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B13 Safety of Passenger Baggages (cabin luggage)

Proper storage (size, weight and number)

Safety risks

B14 Seat Capacity

Numbers of seats (A/C type)

Max number of passengers (A/C type)



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MODULE (C)

SAFA INSPECTION ITEMS (C)

Objectives:Trainees should possess the relevant knowledge enabling themto inspect each item..

C1 General External Condition

Corrosion (different corrosion types)

Cleanliness and contamination (fuselage and wings)

Windows and Windshields (delamination)

Exterior lights (landing lights, NAV-lights, strobes,Beacon ...)

Markings

De-icing requirements

C2 Doors and hatches

Door types (Normal Emergency Cargo doors) Markings and placards of doors

Operating instructions of doors

Condition and possible damages

C3 Flight controls

Condition and possible damages, corrosion and

loose parts Rotor head condition

Leakage

C4 Wheels, tyres and brakes

Tire pressure (cockpit indications / wheel integratedgauge)

Brake condition

Condition and possible damages, leaking and loose


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C5 Undercarriage

Condition and possible damages, corrosion and

loose parts Strut (and tilt cylinder) pressure

C6 Wheel well

Condition and possible damages, corrosion, leaksand loose parts

C7 Powerplant and pylon

Cowlings, cowling doors and blow-out doors


Pylon, pylon doors ,blow-out panels and missingrivets


Reversers condition

C8 Fan blades

Types of Fan blades

Foreign Object Damages (FOD), (dents, nicks,blade bending)

C9 Propellers / Rotors Types of Propellers / Rotors

Foreign Object Damages (FOD), (dents, nicks,blade bending)

De-icing (boots and heating elements)

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C11 Obvious unrepaired damage

Damages / Missing Maintenance release, Technicallog,

Assesment of damage

C12 Leakage

Obvious leakage, Technical log,

Types and assessment of leakage

Toilet leaks / blue ice etc



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MODULE (D)

SAFA INSPECTION ITEMS (D)

Objectives:Trainees should possess the relevant knowledge

enabling them to inspect each item.D1 General condition of cargo compartment

Structures, wall panels, wall sealing

Fire detection & extinguishing sys

Blow-out panels

9G-net

Containers

Loading instructions / door instructions

Damages

D2 Dangerous goods

Special authorisation for the transport of DG

Notification to the Pilot in Command

Segregation and accessibility Packaging and labelling

Limitations / Restrictions (Cargo only aircraft)

D3 Safety of cargo on board

Loading instructions (placards, wall markings )

Flight kit (secured)

Pallets, nets, straps, containers (secured) Loading limitations ( Weight, size and height)

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Course Syl labus

INITIALTRAININGCOURSE-PRACTICAL TRAINING -



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INITIAL (PRACTICAL) TRAINING COURSE

- Module (A) : Flight deck inspection items

- Module (B) : Cabin Safety inspection items

- Module (C) : Aircraft condition inspection items

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MODULE A (Flight deck)

Objectives:Trainees should be able to use their technical knowledge and SAFAinspection techniques in a satisfactory manner during thesubsequent on-the-job training

A1 General Condition (of cockpit)

Security / reinforced door (how to recognize)

Reinforced cockpit door installations / lockingfunctions (with a real example)

C/Bs / different locations (recognize pulled/popped) /

Crew seats / serviceability (functions of seats /manual electrical)

Examples of storage of flight cases and crew luggage(possible safety hazards)

Check cleaniness of cockpit

Composition of the flight crew

A2Emergency Exit (cockpit)

Recognize the possible escape route through theavionic bay

Recognize easy access (no blockings)

Escape ropes (check if secured)

A3Equipment

GPWS-TAWS:

GPWS, locate instruments in cockpit

Aural warning test demonstrating ( if possible) Recognize CIS-built A/C systems (if possible): SSOS

SPPZ SRPBZ

ACAS/TCAS II

Locate instruments in cockpit

Mode S transponder and ACAS II (locate andcheck the model)

System warning test (if possible)

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8.33 kHz radio channel spacing

Indication in the flight plan (examples)

How to check real channel spacing during theinspection (performed with real radios or approvedtraining devices)

A4Manuals (flight manuals only)

Operations manual: (content / handling exercise)

Aeroplane flight manual (examples / how to recognizeaccuracy)

Electronic manuals (lap-tops) / integrated systems.

Ex-Soviet built aircraft manuals , Rukowodstwo or

RLE

A5Checklists

Check validity normal-, abnormal-, emergencychecklists and Quick reference handbook

Meaning of available / within reach (case study /examples)

A/C sys integrated checklists (demonstration ofsystem)

Ex-Soviet built A/C checklists (recognize / examples)

A6Radio Navigation Charts

Check the covering of charts

En-route and instruments approach charts (viewexamples)

Locations in the cockpit

Electronic maps and charts (examples)

Check updating markings of the charts and folders.

FMS navigation data-base (check the INIT page forvalidity)

A7Minimum Equipment List (MEL)

Check the deferred defects are in accordance with the

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Inspect MEL according the current MMEL

Approval (check)

Rokowodstwo (examples)

A8Certificate of Registration (CoR)

Content and accuracy of theCertificate of Registration(various examples / check)

Requirements of certified true copy (examples ofcopys)

Common location in the A/C

Identification plate /show various locations in a/c

A9Noise Certificate

Format of the noise certificate

Content of noise certificate / approval / (check)

A10Air Operator Certificate(AOC) or equivalent

Format of the air operator certificate

Content and accuracy of AOC / approval (checkcompliance with the requirement)

Operational specifications and relevance to the

operations of the inspected flight (if applicable)

Show location (a/c documents or door)

A11Radio (station) license

Format of the radio station license (examples)


A12Certificate of Airworthiness (C of A)

Check certificate and contetnt (Recognize standard form)

Accuracy and validity (check)


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Check operational flight plan, proper filling and relevantdocuments

Proper fuel calculation and monitoring (demonstration of

various examples) NOTAMS/ check validity ( examples)

Weather information / Available and within reach(demonstrate updated reports / examples)

Letter Y in field 10 of the flight plan

A14Weight and Balance sheet

Check examples of different type weight and balance

sheets / A/C types (manual and computerized)

A15 Hand Fire Extinguishers

Locations / access (cockpit visit)

Condition and pressure gauge

Familiarize with different date markings (inspection date

or expiry date) Mountings (review examples)

Types (review examples)

A16Life Jackets / Flotation Devices

Locations

Familiarize with date markings

Extra Raft location in cockpit (installation, pressuregauge)

A17Harness

Worn out (examples)

Locks (common problems)

A18Oxygen equipment

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Pressure gauge (check green band)

Radio boom mask check

A19Flash Light

Locations

Operational check

A20Flight Crew Licences

Licenses of personnel :- Endorsement of certificates and licenses

- Validity of endorsed certificates and licenses- Language proficiency- Medical Certificate ( Spare glasses etc)

- Validity of crew licences and appropriate ratings

Aeroplane flight crew :- Curtailment of privileges of pilots who have attained

their 60thbirthday

A21Journey Log Book

Content of Journey log book (check markings and complywith the requirement)

Responsibility of signing log book (example)

A22 Maintenance Release

Aeroplane maintenance (maintenance record)

Maintenance release, general (checkmark or sign)

Relevant release for service (examples)

Ex-Soviet built A/C

A23Defect Notification and Rectification (Incl. Tech Log)

Open Defects

History of defects (incl. Hold item list)

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A24Pre-flight Inspection

Pre-flight inspection sheet and journey log (presence andsigned off)

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MODULE B (Safety / Cabin)


B1 General Internal Condition (cabin)

Safety and survival equipment (Cabin visit for thelocations)

Design and construction (Familiarize with different type

cabins) Recognize loose carpet and damaged floor panel

System design features:- Recognize right materials(Cabin visit)- Lavatory smoke detection system / Cabin visit for thelocations- Built-in fire extinguisher system for each receptacleintended for disposal of towels, paper or waste (how to

check extinguishers) / Cabin visit for the locations

Check that normal and abnormal duties by cabin crewmay be performed without hindrance (Guided tour incabin for demonstration of duties)

B2 Cabin Attendants Station and Crew Rest Area

Cabin attendants seats (cabin visit for number, materialand condition)

Cabin attendants seats upright position (case study /recognize safety hazard)

EASA SAFA Guidance Material Annex to ED Decision 2008/001/S Familiarize with problems with belt wearing and fast locks

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Familiarize with seat attachment to the floor or wall

Easy access to emergency equipments (cabin visit forlocations and condition)

B3 First Aid Kit/Emergency Medical Kit

Cabin visit for locations (Readily / access)

Adequacy (how to determine)

Identifications / markings / seals (examples)

B4 Hand Fire Extinguishers

Cabin visit for locations (Readily / access) Checking serviceability

B5 Life jackets/Floatation Devices

Different models of jackets and floatation devices

Instructions for passengers

Condition and serviceability

B6 Seat belt and seat condition

Seat belt material / condition (examples)

Recognize common problems with Fast locks

Recognize common problems with seat belt wearing

Installation of seat belts (hazard to block evacuation)

Extra belts (locations)

Passenger seats (number and condition)Passenger seat materials / fire resistant (recognize rightmaterials)

Seat attach to the cabin floor (how to check)

B7 Emergency Exit, Lighting and Marking, Torches

Lighting and marking (cabin visit for locations andcondition)

Condition and serviceability of exits

Instructions for passengers

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B8 Slides / Life-Rafts / ELTs

Slides/rafts general (cabin visit for locations and

condition) Check pressure gauge and recognize green band

Recognize condition of slides and rafts and familiarize withexpiry date markings

Emergency locator transmitter (ELT) (cabin visit forlocations and condition)

Automatic fixed ELT (examples / how to recognize)

Automatic portable ELT (examples / how to recognize)

Automatic deployable ELT (examples / how to recognize)

B9 Oxygen Supply (Cabin Crew and Passengers)

Check oxygen supply (cylinders and generators) (cabinvisit for locations and condition)

Check the cylinder pressure gauge and recognize greenband

Dropout panels (cabin visit for locations and condition) Storage of masks / serviceability

B10 Safety Instructions

The meaning of available (within reach)

The meaning of accuracy / A/C types (recognizedifference in instructions)

Content of instructions

B11 Cabin Crew Members

Appropriate number of cabin crew (how to check)

Refuelling with passengers on board (check cabin crewpositions)

Cabin crew members type training document (Familiarizewith different types)

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Number and location of exits

Different models and sizes (A/C type)


Obstructions (requirement on the projected opening)

B13 Safety of Passenger Baggages (cabin luggage)

Recognize proper storage (size, weight and number)

Familiarize and recognize safety risks (case study)

B14 Seat Capacity

Max number of passengers according to the cabinconfiguration

Compare the numbers of passenger and the number ofserviceable seats

Interrelation with other inspection items: maximumnumber of passengers influenced by: B6 (Inop seat)and/or B7 (inop exit)



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MODULE C (Aircraft Condition)


C1 General External Condition

Recognize presence of ice, snow and frost

Condition of paint (familiarize when loose of painting isproblem)

Recognize legibility of aircrafts markings (registration)

Corrosion (Familiarize and recognize different kind

corrosion types) Cleanliness and contamination of fuselage and wings

(familiarize and recognize) Windshields (recognize delaminating)

Windows (recognize damages and problems) Exterior lights (landing lights, NAV-lights, strobes,

Beacon, etc) ( check the condition)

Recognize marks of lightning strike

C2 Doors and hatches

Familiarize with different door types / structures(aircraft visit for locations)

Cockpit indications of doors (cockpit visit)

Familiarize with markings and placards of doors

Operating instructions of doors (recognize hazards iflack of markings)

Recognize normal condition and possible damages /loosing parts

C3 Flight controls

Condition and possible damages, corrosion and looseparts

Recognize marks of lightning strike

Familiarize with static dischargers (recognize when

EASA SAFA Guidance Material Annex to ED Decision 2008/001/Smissing)

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C4 Wheels, tyres and brakes

Familiarize with different tyre models Familiarize with different brake assemblies

Recognize brake wearing indicator pin ( examples /locations)

Recognize normal condition and possible damages,leaking and loose parts

Tire wear / Tire pressure (check)

C5 Undercarriage

Condition and possible damages, corrosion and loose

parts

Proper strut ( and tilt cylinder pressure)

Lubrication (recognize signs of lubrication)

Familiarize with marking placards

Recognize bonding wires

Possible defects and damages

C6 Wheel well

Condition and possible damages, corrosion and looseparts

Lubrication (recognize signs of lubrication)

Familiarize with marking placards

Recognize bonding wires


C7 Powerplant and pylon

Powerplants (type of engines )

Cowlings, cowling doors and blow-out doors

Leaks (hydraulic, fuel, oil)

Condition and possible damages, corrosion, leaks and

loose parts

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Pylon (types of pylons) - Recognize pylon doors, panelsand blow-out panels and loose rivets bolts

Reverser's condition ( broken hinges and proper closure)

C8 Fan blades

Typical Foreign Object Damages (FOD), (examples of

dents, nicks and blade bending)

Recognize looseness of blades in hub

Possible defects and damages (Familiarize how to followprocedures concerning to comply with enginemaintenance manual)

C9 Propellers

Typical Foreign Object Damages (FOD), (examples ofdents, nicks and blade bending)

Check De-icing boots

Possible defects and damages (Familiarize how to followprocedures concerning to comply with enginemaintenance manual)

C10 Obvious repairs

Recognise obvious repairs (examples)

Maintenance release / Technical log

C11 Obvious unrepaired damage

Recognise obvious damages (examples)

Damages / Maintenance release / Technical log Recognize assesment of damage (examples)

C12 Leakage

Fluid leaks outside of limits (examples fuel, hydraulic,oil)

Obvious leak: Check the maintenance release, Technical

log

EASA SAFA Guidance Material Annex to ED Decision 2008/001/S Recognize toilet leaks (blue ice examples)

Recognize De-icing fluids on the A/C (aircraft visit for


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MODULE D (Cargo)

Objectives:Trainees should be able to use their technical knowledge and SAFAinspection techniques in a satisfactory manner during the subsequenton-the-job training

D1 General Condition of cargo compartment

Cargo compartment (aircraft visit for locations)

Check wall panels

Recognize wall sealing

Familiarize with A/C systems in cargo compartment:- Fire containment, detection & extinguishing systems- Ventilation- Heating- Loading systems (rollers)- Lighting

Recognize Blow-out panels

Familiarize with 9-G-net

Cargo restraining devices

Check cargo door sealing for ETOPS

Loading instructions / door instructions Damages in cargo compartment

Recognize obvious repairs in cargo compartment

D2 Dangerous goods

How to recognise the special authorisation to transportDG

Assessing the scope of the authorisation (different

classes) NOTOC (format and content)

Segregation and accessability

Examples of packaging and labelling of DG

Identifying limitations and restrictions for certain(sub)classes of DG

Identification and removal of contamination with DG

D3 Safety of cargo on board


Cargo bay (guided visit for locations)Containers


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Containers

Loading instructions (placards, wall markings / tidiness)

Familiarize with Flight kit / spare wheel (secured)

Familiarize with Pallets, nets, straps, containers(secured)

Recognising loading limits (weight and height)



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National Aviation Authority Senior Inspector:

Name of trainee: Place:

Date: SAFA Ramp Inspection Number:

Operator: A/C Registration: A/C Type:

A Flight deck Check: ( Description / notes ) Observation

Under

Supervision

General

inappropriately pulled circuit

breakers

reinforced cockpit door

crew baggage

flight crew seats

emergency exits (serviceability)

escape ropes (secured or not)

1 General condition

Note:

Are exits serviceable (if not,check MEL limitations)

Possible obstacles

2 Emergency exitNote:

TCAS/TCAS II:

Presence System test / passed8.33 kHz:

Radio channel spacing

RNAV:

Authorisation to perform

operations in RNAV airspace.

GPWS/TAWS:

presence

TAWS / SRPBZ for forward

looking terrain avoidance

function

System test (if possible)

MNPS

Special Authorisation

3 Equipment

Note:


available / within reach

Tidiness / cleanness

Normal


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emergency

Up-to-date / not for training etc.

Content (compliance with theoperator procedures)

Appropriate for aircraft

configuration being used

5 Checklists

Note:

Presence of instrument approach

charts (available / within reach/

up-to-date)

Presence of en-route charts(available / within reach/ up-to-

date)

Route covering

6 Radio navigation charts

Note:

availability / within reach

Up-to-date/ less restrictive thanMMEL

Does content reflect equipmentsof aircraft

Possible deferred defects/

accordance with instructions

Possible use of MMEL

Rukowodstwo (check when

possible)

7Minimum equipmentlist

Note:

On board

Accuracy (Reg. mark, A/C type

and S/N)

Format

English translation when needed

Identification plate (S/N)

8Certificate of

registration

Note:

On board

Approval (state of registry)

9 Noise certificate Note:

Accuracy

Content ( operator identification,

lidit d t f i A/C t


Flight data

Operational flight plan on board


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Proper filling

Signed by pilot-in-command

(and where applicable, Dispatch)

Fuel calculation

Fuel monitoring

NOTAMS

Updated meteorological

information

Letter Y in flight plan

13 Flight preparation

Note:

On board

Accuracy (calculations / limits)

Pilots acceptance

Load and trim sheet/ actual loaddistribution

14Weight and balance

sheetNote:

Safety equipment

On board Condition / pressure indicator

Mounting (secured)

Expiry date (if any)

Access

Sufficient number

15 Hand fire extinguishers

Note:

On board

Access / within reach

Condition

Expiry date (where applicable)

Sufficient number

16Life jackets/flotation

deviceNote:

On board (no seatbelt)

Condition

Sufficient number (one for allcrewmembers)

17 HarnessNote:


or arrival at night time)

Note:


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Flight crew

On board

Form / content / English

translation when needed

Validity

Ratings (appropriate

type)(PIC/ATPL)

Pilots age

Possible difference with ICAO

Annex 1 (concerning the age of

pilots)

In case of validation (alldocuments needed)

Medical Assessment / checkinterval

Spare eye glasses if applicable

20 Flight crew license

Note:

Journey log book / Technical log or equivalent

On board

Content

Filling (carefully and properly)

21Journey log book orequivalent Note:

validity

When need of maintenance,

technical log has been complied

with. When ETOPS, requirement are

met.

Signed off

Verify that maintenance releasehas not expired

Ex Soviet built a/c

22 Maintenance release

Note:

Number of deferred defects

All defects been notified

Defect deferments include timelimits and comply with the

stated time limits

All th d f t tifi d


B Cabin / Safety

General condition

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Possible loose carpets

Possible loose or damaged floor

panels

Possible loose or damaged wallpanels

Seats

Markings of unserviceable seats

Lavatories

Lavatory smoke detectors

Safety and survival equipments(shall be reliable, readily

accessible and easily identified.

Instructions of operation shall beclearly marked)

Possible obstacles to performnormal and abnormal duties

1General internal

condition

Note:

Presence of cabin crew seats andcompliance with the requirement

Sufficient number

Condition (seatbelt, harness)

Emergency equipments (flashlight, fire extinguishers, portablebreathing equipment )

Cabin preparation list

2

Cabin attendants

station and crew restarea

Note:

On board

Condition Expiry date

Location (as indicated)

identification

Adequacy

Access

Operating instructions (clear)

3First aid kit /emergency medical kit

Note:

On board

Condition (pressure indicator)

Expiry date (if available)

Mounting and access

Number

4 Hand fire extinguishers


On board

Sufficient number

Condition


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Condition

Availability of extension belts

Cabin seats (verify the

condition) If unserviceable check U/S-tag.

Restraint bars

6 Seat belt and seatcondition

Note:

Emergency exits (condition)

Emergency exit signs/ presence(condition)

Operation instructions (markingsand passenger emergency

briefing cards)

Floor path markings (ask toswitch on). Possible

malfunction/MEL

Lightning

Flashlights and batteries

(condition)

Sufficient number of flashlight(night operations)

Availability on each cabin

attendants station.

7

Emergency exit,

lightning and marking,Torches

Note:

Slides on board

Condition Expiry date

Sufficient number

Location and mounting

Bottle pressure gauge

ELT on board

ELT (condition and date)

8Slides / life-rafts (as

required), ELT

Note:

Presence

Sufficient quantity of masks(cabin crew and passengers)

Drop-out-panels are free to fall


On board

Tidiness


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Accuracy / content (A/C type)

Sufficient numbers (passenger

emergency briefing card for eachpassenger)

Cards for flight crew ( checkemergency equipment locations)

10 Safety instructions

Note:

General overview of cabin crew

(conditions)

The sufficient number of cabincrew (appropriate)

How the duty stations are

manned

Ask crew training document toprove type training (not required

by ICAO)

Follow practice of the cabin crew

When refuelling with passengersonboard check procedures

11 Cabin crew members

Note:

Access areas

Possible obstacles for evacuation

(foldable jump seat or seatbackrest table)

12Access to emergency

exitsNote:

Hand baggage storages in cabin

Size of hand baggage

Quantity of hand baggage Weight of hand baggage

Placed under seat (restraint bar)

13Safety of passengerbaggages

Note:


TAT probe

Crew oxygen discharge indicator

(if exist)

Ground power connection


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(condition)

Wings (general condition, no ice

or frost) Fairings

Leading edge (dents)

Winglets

Trailing edge / Static dischargers

Look for hydraulic leaks

Look for fuel leak

Fuselage

Tail section / static dischargers

APU cooling air inlet

APU exhaust air / surge

Look APU area for leaks Tail bumper (contact markings)

Maintenance and service panels

(water/waste/hydraulicmaintenance panels/refuel

panels/cargo door control panel/

RAT door)

Cabin windows

Exterior lights

Painting (condition)

Cleanliness

Markings/ operational instructionsand registration

Obvious repairs

Obvious damages

Note:

Passenger doors (condition)

Emergency exits (condition)

Cargo doors (condition)

Avionics compartment doors

(condition)

Accessory compartment doors

(condition)

Operation instructions of all doors

Lubrications of all doors

Door seals

Handles

2 Doors and hatches

Note:

Ailerons (condition)

Slats / Krueger flaps/ Notch

flap(condition)

Spoiler panels (condition)

Flaps/ track fairings (condition)


Wheels (assy condition, bolts andpaint markings)

Tires (condition and pressure)

Check for cuts, groove cracks,t h ld bli t


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worn out shoulders, blister,

bulges, flat spots)

Worn tire areas (measure thetread depth)

If cuts measure depth

Brakes (condition, wearing pins, )

Measure and familiarize length of

the pin/ check for the limits.

4Wheels, tyres and

brakes

Note:

Landing gear / hinges (general

condition/leaks)

Struts

Locking mechanisms

Hydraulic (or pneumatic) lines(condition)

Strut pressure (visual

check/piston length)

Lubrication

Electric lines and plugs.

Bonding

Cleanliness

FOD (Foreign Object Damage)

Surface (plasma) and paintings

Check for corrosion

Placards and markings (nitrogenpressure table)

Dampers and bogie cylinders

(check for leaks)

Landing gear strut doors

Use flashlight and mirror

5 Undercarriage

Note:

General condition (structures)

Possible corrosion

Cleanliness

Installations (wiring, piping,

hoses, hydraulic containers anddevices)

Check for leaks

Wheel well doors (hinges) Check for maintenance safety pins

6 Wheel well

Note:


Note:

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Fan blades: general condition

(check for foreign object damage,cracks, nicks, cuts, corrosion and

erosion)

Fan blade:

o Leading edge

o Mid-span shroud (no stacked)

o Tip

o Contour surface

o Root area

o platform

Note! Wait until rotation stop! Useflash light and mirror for the

backside of the blades.

Spinner (damages / bolts)

Fan outlet vanes (thorough the

fan)

FOD (Foreign Object Damage)

Split fairing

8 Fan blades

Note:

Blades (general condition) Tip and mid area (75% from

root)

Root area

(Check for nicks, dents, cracks,

leakages and )

Hub / spinner

Looseness of blades in hub

9 Propellers

Note:

During the inspection of C-itemsnotify unusual design and badly

performed repairs

10 Obvious repairsNote:

During the inspection of C-itemsnotify unassessed and unrecorded

damages and corrosion (lightning

strike, bird strikes, FODs, etc)

Check damage charts

11Obvious unrepaired

damages

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Cleanliness

Lightning

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Fire protection/ detection /extinguishing systems and smoke

detectors

Floor panels

Wall panels / markings

Blow-out-panels

Ceilings

Wall and ceiling panel sealants

Cargo nets / door nets

Fire extinguishers

Cargo roller and driving system

and control panel

1General condition of

cargo compartment

Note:

OPS manual / information

required by ICAO Annex 18

Technical instructions (ICAO Doc.9284) are applied

If dangerous goods on board:

Pilots notification

Stowing of dangerous goods

cargo

Packaging (condition, leaks,damage)

Labelling

If leak or damage of dangerous

goods cargo: