The Airbus A320 NEO General Familiarisation course with LEAP-1A & PW1100 powerplants offers a comprehensive technical overview of the airframe, systems, and powerplant. This course meets ATA 104 Specification Level I: General Familiarisation and complies with EASA’s knowledge Level 1 definition as contained in Regulation EU No. 1321/2014, Part 66, Appendix III.
It provides a brief yet thorough understanding of the principal elements of the aircraft, enabling participants to:
- Understand the basic elements of the aircraft systems.
- Give a simple description of the whole subject using common terminology and examples.
- Use appropriate technical terms.
This self-study online course takes approximately 40 hours to complete. Students must pass a multiple-choice quiz at the end of each ATA chapter before progressing to the next. Upon successful completion, a certificate is issued.
Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course, participants will:
- Identify safety precautions related to the airframe, systems, and powerplant.
- Define maintenance practices essential for the airframe, systems, and powerplant.
- Understand the general layout and operation of the aircraft’s major systems.
- Recognize the layout and characteristics of the powerplant.
- Identify special tooling and test equipment required for the aircraft.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
The course scales perfectly to PC, laptop, tablet, Android, and iPhone devices. An active internet connection is required for course access.
STUDY TIME:
The course requires approximately 40 hours to complete. Students have up to 6 months to finish the course, with automatic progress saving. After completion, students can review the content for an additional 90 days.
SUPPORT:
For assistance during the course, students can contact us during regular working hours.
WHY USE OUR GENERAL FAMILIARISATION COURSES?
Our Airbus A320 NEO General Familiarisation course provides engineers and company support staff with essential aircraft type knowledge through a flexible, distance-learning platform. It ensures compliance with National Aviation Authority training requirements, including EASA Part 145.A.35 and FAA Federal Regulation 145.163.
WHY TRUST US WITH YOUR TRAINING?
Our course is developed by experienced EASA and UK CAA B1/B2 Engineers, Type Instructors, and Part 147 Training Managers. All relevant ATA chapters are covered to ensure a deep understanding of the aircraft’s systems.
DETAILED COURSE SYLLABUS
ATA 31 INDICATING/RECORDING SYSTEM: Covers the Electronic Instrument System (EIS), ECAM, System Data Acquisition Concentrators (SDACs), Display Management Computers (DMCs), Flight Recorders, Aircraft Integrated Data Systems (AIDS), component locations, and maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Explains AC/DC normal, abnormal, and emergency generation, distribution, and control. Covers power generation by engine-driven generators, APU, batteries, and emergency power systems, including component locations and maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 34 ADIRS AND STANDBY INSTRUMENTS: Includes Air Data/Inertial Reference System (ADIRS), GPS, VOR, ILS, DME, standby instruments, ATC/Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS), and related maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 22 AUTOFLIGHT: Details the flight management system (FMS), flight guidance, autopilot, autothrottle, flight director systems, and the fault isolation and detection system (FIDS), along with panel layout, control, and maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 46 AIR TRAFFIC INFO MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS: Describes ATC systems, radar systems, Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), system architecture, control, and maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 23 COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS: Covers VHF, HF, SATCOM, service interphone, cockpit voice recorders (SSCVR), Passenger Address (PA) systems, tuning control, and related maintenance and test protocols.
ATA 33 LIGHTS SYSTEM: Details cockpit, cabin, and cargo lighting systems, emergency lighting, and external lighting, including component locations and maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 51 STRUCTURES: Overview of aircraft structure design principles, including fuselage, wings, stabilizers, pylons, and maintenance procedures.
ATA 29 HYDRAULIC POWER SYSTEM: Explains the green, yellow, and blue hydraulic systems, covering engine-driven pumps (EDP), electrical pumps, the Power Transfer Unit (PTU), and the Ram Air Turbine (RAT), including related maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 32 LANDING GEAR: Includes the extension and retraction of landing gear, normal and alternate braking systems, steering, brake temperature and cooling systems, and related maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 27 FLYING CONTROLS: Explains flight control surfaces, control laws, fly-by-wire architecture, slats, flaps, and spoilers, along with maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 52 DOORS: Describes the operation and maintenance of passenger, cargo, and emergency doors, along with escape slide systems.
ATA 25 EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS: Details cockpit, cabin, and emergency equipment, furnishings, lavatories, and galleys, including maintenance protocols.
ATA 35 OXYGEN SYSTEMS: Covers the crew and passenger oxygen systems, including portable oxygen units and related maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 38 WATER AND WASTE SYSTEMS: Describes potable water systems, waste management systems, and vacuum toilet systems, along with related maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 28 FUEL SYSTEM: Explains fuel storage, fuel transfer, refueling/defueling operations, and fuel tank safety procedures, including maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 26 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS: Covers fire detection and extinguishing systems for the engine, APU, avionics, and cargo compartments, including smoke detection systems.
ATA 49 APU: Details the APU installation, engine operation, control, and maintenance/test procedures.
ATA 71 POWERPLANT: Describes the LEAP-1A and PW1100 engines, including FADEC systems, fuel systems, thrust reversers, ignition, oil systems, and cooling procedures, along with related maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 36 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM: Explains the pneumatic system’s air distribution, leak detection, and related maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 21 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM: Covers the air conditioning, ventilation, and pressurization systems, including air conditioning packs, avionics cooling, cargo ventilation, and related maintenance/test facilities.
ATA 30 ICE AND RAIN PROTECTION: Details systems for wing and engine air intake anti-icing, probe heat, windshield anti-icing, and rain protection, including maintenance protocols.
