EASA Part-M and Part-CAMO
This course is specifically designed for continuing airworthiness management personnel and professional. Its primary aim is to equip the participant with an in-depth understanding of the EASA Part-M and Part-CAMO requirements.
Course Overview
This EASA Part-M and Part-CAMO course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to understand and apply the European regulations on the continuing airworthiness management of aircraft governed by Regulation (EU) 1321/2014. The transition from the legacy Part-M Subpart G to the new Annex Vc Part-CAMO framework represents the biggest shift in aviation safety management in a decade. Navigating this environment requires more than just reading the rulebook; it requires a deep operational understanding of how the regulations apply in the real world.
In this comprehensive EASA Part-M and Part-CAMO course, we transform dry legal text into a visual, logical narrative. You will learn the critical differences between Part-M (The Standard) and Part-CAMO (The Organisation), master the 9 mandatory continuing airworthiness tasks (M.A.301), and learn how to seamlessly integrate Safety Management Systems (SMS) with Compliance Monitoring. From drafting the CAME to managing Airworthiness Review Certificates (ARC), this training ensures your operation remains compliant, safe, and ready for any Competent Authority audit.
Target Audience
- Compliance Monitoring Managers
- Continuing Airworthiness Managers
- Continuing Airworthiness Engineers
- Technical Records Professionals
- Compliance Monitoring Auditors
- Accountable Managers
- Safety Managers
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
- The legal hierarchy of European Aviation (Basic Regulation vs. 1321/2014) and the exact boundary between Part-M and Part-CAMO.
- The strict accountability rules under M.A.201 (Owner vs. Operator responsibilities).
- The 9 mandatory continuing airworthiness tasks defined in M.A.301, including the Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) and Airworthiness Directives (ADs).
- The strict personnel requirements for the Accountable Manager, Nominated Persons, and Airworthiness Review Staff (CAMO.A.305 & CAMO.A.310).
Skill
- Navigate and structure the Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition (CAME) using the mandatory 5-part layout.
- Manage deferred defects safely using the Minimum Equipment List (MEL) and ensure compliance with M.A.403.
- Verify the legal installation of aircraft components using the EASA Form 1 and strictly quarantine unserviceable parts.
- Draft and manage compliant maintenance contracts (M.A.708) with Part-145 organisations to bridge the gap between office planners and hangar mechanics.
Competence
- Establish and oversee an Integrated Management System (CAMO.A.200) that effectively balances proactive Safety Risk Management (SMS) with reactive Compliance Monitoring.
- Apply the “Umbrella Principle” to safely manage unapproved subcontractors while mitigating Interface Risks (CAMO.A.205).
- Evaluate the “Controlled Environment” of an aircraft to legally extend an Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) without a physical survey.
- Perform Root Cause Analysis on Level 1 and Level 2 Authority Findings to implement systemic corrective actions.
FAQ
Does this course cover light aircraft and Pilot-Owner maintenance?
No. EASA recently restructured the regulations and moved the requirements for light, non-commercial aircraft (under 2,730 kg) and Pilot-Owner maintenance to a completely separate regulation known as Part-ML. This Part-M and Part-CAMO course focuses exclusively on complex and commercial aviation environments.
What does CAMO stand for in aviation?
CAMO stands for Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation. Think of the CAMO as the “brain” of the operation; it does not physically fix the aircraft, but it manages the maintenance planning, Airworthiness Directives, and safety standards to ensure the aircraft remains legally fit to fly
What is the exact difference between Part-M and Part-CAMO?
Part-M dictates the technical standards and the mandatory continuing airworthiness tasks required to keep an aircraft safe (the ‘what’). Part-CAMO, on the other hand, outlines the stringent management system, personnel credentials, and organisational requirements needed to execute those tasks legally (the ‘who’ and the ‘how’).
Does a CAMO have to be an independent company from the Air Operator?
No, the CAMO can be part of the same company as the Air Operator. For Commercial Air Transport, the Operator inherently retains strict legal accountability for the continuing airworthiness of their aircraft, even if physical maintenance is contracted out to a Part-145 organisation.
Can a CAMO subcontract its airworthiness management tasks?
es, a CAMO can subcontract specific technical tasks (such as reliability analysis or drafting maintenance programmes) to unapproved third parties. However, these subcontractors must work entirely under the approved Quality System of the CAMO (known as the “Umbrella Principle”). The CAMO cannot delegate its core management functions, Airworthiness Review staff privileges, or ultimate legal accountability.
What is the difference between Part-M and Part-ML?
Part-M is the rigorous regulatory standard strictly reserved for the “heavy” side of aviation, including complex motor-powered aircraft and licensed commercial airlines. Part-ML (M-Light) is a newer, simplified set of rules dedicated exclusively to General Aviation and light aircraft.
Course Content
About Instructor
Course Includes
- 9 Lessons
- 25 Waypoints
- 1 Quiz
- Course Certificate