AW189 Series – Continuation/Refresher Training Course
ABOUT
This course provides refresher and continuation training for the Leonardo/Augusta Westland AW189, structured to meet ATA 104 Specification Level I and EASA Part 66 Level 1 requirements. This self-study course consists of approximately 40 hours of self-study, with at least one multi-choice question at the end of each ATA chapter. Students must pass all question blocks to unlock subsequent chapters. Upon successful completion, a certificate of completion will be issued automatically.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Identify safety precautions specific to the airframe, systems, and powerplant of the AW189.
- 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 AW189.
DETAILED COURSE SYLLABUS
The AW189 continuation/refresher course begins with an introduction to the helicopter series and progresses through each ATA chapter.
The AW189 training course is divided into ATA chapters as follows:
ATA Chapters
ATA 00 – Introduction
- Overview of the AW189, its development history, primary systems, certification, and 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 in varying conditions.
ATA 18 – Vibration and Noise Analysis
- Methods for vibration detection, isolation, and mitigation, along with noise monitoring systems.
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
- AC/DC electrical systems, generator and battery functions, distribution, and emergency power.
ATA 25 – Equipment and Furnishings
- Overview of cockpit layout, cabin configurations, emergency equipment, and interior furnishings.
ATA 26 – Fire Protection
- Fire and smoke detection, suppression systems, and maintenance protocols.
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, shock absorbers, 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 45 – Onboard Maintenance Systems
- Overview of onboard maintenance management systems, diagnostics, and fault monitoring.
ATA 46 – Information Systems
- Electronic flight bag systems, network configuration, and data management.
ATA 49 – Auxiliary Power Unit
- APU functionality, installation, operational procedures, and maintenance requirements.
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 56 – Windows
- Cockpit and cabin windows, installation, heating, and maintenance protocols.
ATA 62 – Main Rotor
- Main rotor assembly, rotor blade structure, and maintenance procedures.
ATA 63 – Main Rotor Drive
- Transmission systems, gearbox, drive shaft layout, and inspection/maintenance of drive mechanisms.
ATA 64 – Tail Rotor
- 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, hydraulic actuation, and safety inspections.
ATA 71 – Power Plant
- Overview of engine installation, mounts, and powerplant operations.
ATA 72 – Engine
- 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 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, 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.
ATA 95 – Crew Escape System
- Overview of Emergency Flotation System and related maintenance practices.
ATA 97 – Image Recording System
- Overview of the internal and external camera monitoring systems and related maintenance practices.
Course Requirements
- Duration: Approximately 40 hours of self-paced study.
- Assessment: Each ATA chapter concludes with at least one multi-choice examination question. Successful completion of all multi-choice examination questions is required to proceed.
- Certification: A completion certificate will be awarded upon passing all multi-choice examination questions and completing the course.
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