Airbus BK117 D-3/H145-D3 Series – Continuation and Refresher Training Course
ABOUT
This course provides refresher and continuation training for the Airbus BK117 D-3/H145-D3, structured to meet ATA 104 Specification Level I and EASA Part 66 Level 1 requirements. This self-study course consists of 40 hours of study, with multi-choice questiions at the end of each ATA chapter. Students must pass each question block to unlock subsequent chapters. Upon successful completion, a certificate of completion will be issued.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Identify safety precautions specific to the airframe, systems, and powerplant of the BK117 D-3/H145-D3.
- Outline maintenance practices for the aircraft’s systems.
- Understand the configuration of major aircraft systems and powerplant components.
- Identify required special tooling and test equipment for the BK117 D-3/H145-D3.
DETAILED COURSE SYLLABUS
The Airbus BK117 D-3/H145-D3 refresher course begins with an introduction to the helicopter series and progresses through each ATA chapter.
ATA Chapters
ATA 00 – Introduction
- Overview of the BK117 D-3/H145-D3 series, development history, primary systems overview, certification, and main operational features.
ATA 05 – Time Limits / Maintenance Checks
- Inspection intervals, life-limited parts, certification maintenance requirements, and airworthiness limitations.
ATA 06 – Dimensions and Areas
- Aircraft dimensions, structural zones, and reference lines.
ATA 07 – Lifting and Shoring
- Procedures for helicopter jacking, shoring points, and safety precautions for lifting operations.
ATA 08 – Levelling and Weighing
- Helicopter levelling, weighing procedures, and weight and balance calculations.
ATA 09 – Towing and Taxiing
- Guidelines for safe towing and ground movement, including handling considerations.
ATA 10 – Parking, Mooring, and Storage
- Procedures for securing and mooring the helicopter, both short-term and long-term.
ATA 18 – Vibration and Noise Analysis
- Methods for vibration detection, isolation, and mitigation, along with noise monitoring systems for safe operation.
ATA 20 – Standard Practices – Airframe
- Basic maintenance practices, inspections, and standard repairs for airframe components.
ATA 21 – Air Conditioning
- Air conditioning systems, temperature control, cabin pressurization, and ventilation management.
ATA 22 – Auto Flight
- Details of the autopilot system, flight guidance, stability control, and associated instrumentation.
ATA 23 – Communications
- VHF systems, audio integration, communication systems, and data link functions.
ATA 24 – Electrical Power
- DC electrical systems, generator and battery functions, distribution, and emergency power.
ATA 25 – Equipment and Furnishings
- Overview of cockpit layout, seats, cabin configurations, emergency equipment, and interior furnishings.
ATA 26 – Fire Protection
- Fire and smoke detection, suppression systems, and maintenance protocols.
ATA 27 – Flight Controls
- Flight control surfaces, trim systems, hydraulics, and control linkages.
ATA 28 – Fuel
- Fuel system layout, storage, fuel supply systems, refuelling, and monitoring mechanisms.
ATA 29 – Hydraulics
- Hydraulic system structure, redundancy, and emergency procedures.
ATA 30 – Ice and Rain Protection
- Anti-icing and de-icing systems, windshield heating, and ice detection.
ATA 31 – Indicating and Recording Systems
- Instrumentation, crew alerting systems, flight recorders, and associated display systems.
ATA 32 – Landing Gear
- Structure and operation of landing gear, skid system, brakes, and emergency landing equipment.
ATA 33 – Lighting
- Exterior and interior lighting systems, emergency lighting, and control interfaces.
ATA 34 – Navigation
- Navigation systems, GPS, Inertial Reference Systems (IRS), and display information.
ATA 36 – Pneumatics
- Pneumatic systems, bleed air supply, pressure regulation, and related components.
Structures
ATA 52 – Doors
- Description of crew, passenger, and emergency exit doors, door monitoring systems, and safety features.
ATA 53 – Fuselage
- Fuselage structure, maintenance considerations, and key inspection points.
ATA 55 – Stabilizers
- Horizontal stabilizer, structural overview, and inspection requirements.
ATA 56 – Windows
- Cockpit and cabin windows, installation, heating, and maintenance protocols.
Powerplant
ATA 62 – Main Rotor
- Main rotor assembly, rotor blade structure, bearingless rotor system, and maintenance procedures.
ATA 63 – Main Rotor Drive
- Transmission systems, gearbox, drive shaft layout, and inspection/maintenance of drive mechanisms.
ATA 64 – Tail Rotor
- Fenestron tail rotor system, control linkages, monitoring, and maintenance protocols.
ATA 65 – Tail Rotor Drive
- Tail rotor drive shaft, gearbox, coupling systems, and inspection intervals.
ATA 67 – Rotors Flight Controls
- Control mechanisms for main and tail rotors, flight control cables, hydraulic actuation, and safety inspections.
ATA 70 – Standard Practices – Engine
- General maintenance practices, inspections, and engine component handling.
ATA 71 – Power Plant
- Overview of engine installation, mounts, and powerplant operations.
ATA 72 – Engine
- Structure, Safran Arriel 2E engine specifics, performance parameters, and maintenance requirements.
ATA 73 – Engine Fuel and Control
- Fuel control, engine fuel feed systems, monitoring, and control operations.
ATA 74 – Ignition
- Ignition systems, FADEC control, and maintenance of ignition components.
ATA 75 – Air
- Engine air systems, cooling, and airflow control components.
ATA 76 – Engine Controls
- Engine control interface, throttle management, and cockpit display integration.
ATA 77 – Engine Indicating
- Engine monitoring systems, indicators, EICAS, and troubleshooting.
ATA 78 – Exhaust
- Exhaust systems, noise reduction, and inspection points.
ATA 79 – Oil
- Oil systems, lubrication, oil temperature control, and filtration.
ATA 80 – Starting
- Engine start system, APU interactions, battery support, and control functions.
Course Requirements
- Duration: Approximately 40 hours of self-paced study.
- Assessment: Each ATA chapter concludes with a quiz. Successful completion of each quiz is required to proceed.
- Certification: A completion certificate will be awarded upon passing all quizzes and completing the course.
Contact Information
For additional support or inquiries, please contact Trans Global Training Ltd.
