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ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST

JAR FSTD A

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evaluated Address

Date Email:

Evaluation Objective:

The objective is to determine if the FSTD is conforming to JAR FSTD A requirements and applicable industry practices.

The auditor / evaluator will verify that each requirement, standard and best practice is documented and implemented

EvaluationPersonnel:

PersonnelInterviewed:

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Reference Document / Subject Location Last Rev. ( # & Date)



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FSTD - JAR FSTD A Audit Check-List

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During FSTD evaluations it will be necessary for the Authority to conduct the IMPLEMENTED : > What are the arrangements made for the tests to be completed within an Evaluation ?

Objective and Subjective tests described in JAR –FSTD A.030 and JAR –FSTD

5 A.035, and detailed in ACJ No 1 to JAR-FSTD A.030. ACJ N°2 DOCUMENTED :

JAR FSTD > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual Note : Total of 8 hours allocated to a recurrent evaluation, inc luding 4 hours for (1.1) Objective testing and 4 hours for recurrent Subjective testing, and provision for extension of the evaluation period.

IMPLEMENTED :

Following an evaluation, it is possible that a number of defects may be identified. ACJ N°2 > Check the evidence of the rectific ation of defects identified during an Evaluation

6 Generally these defects should be rectified and the Authority notified of such JAR FSTD DOCUMENTED :

action within 30 days. (1.2) > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

Validity of FSTD qualification (JAR FSTD A.020)

IMPLEMENTED : > Check the validity of the qualification certificate

7 An FSTD qualification is valid for 12 months unless otherwise specified by the JAR FSTD DOCUMENTED : Authority. A.020 (a) > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

Rules governing FSTD Operators (JAR FSTD A.025)

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IMPLEMENTED : > Check the evidence of : . an FSTD Operations Manual including, or referring to, Engineering procedures and Quality Assurance procedures

A Quality System shall be established and a Quality Manager designated to JAR FSTD . an organizational description including the Accountable Manager and the Quality Manager, as a minimum

8 monitor compliance with, and th e adequacy of, procedures required to ensure the A. 025 (a) . Audit reports maintenance of the Qualification Level of FSTDs. (1) . A management of findings and associated corrective actions

DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

IMPLEMENTED : > Check evidence(s) of the feedback system to the Accountable Manager (e-mail, distribution list

Compliance monitoring shall include a feedback system to the Accountable JAR FSTD of audit reports, …)

9 A. 025 (a) Manager to ensure corrective action as necessary. DOCUMENTED :

(1) > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

IMPLEMENTED : > Check that the Quality Assurance Programme identify the processes necessary, and the persons who have the training, experience, responsibility and authority, to carry out the following : a. Perform quality inspections and audits b. Identify and record any concerns or findings, and the evidence c. Initiate or recommend solutions through designated reporting channels d. Verify the implementation of solutions within specific timescale DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

The Quality System shall include a Quality Assurance Programme that contains JAR FSTD

10 procedures designed to verify that the specified performance, functions and

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> Check the evidence of the acceptance of the Quality System by the Authority, if any

The Quality System and the Quality Manager shall be acceptable to the JAR FSTD

> Check the evidence of the acceptance of the Quality Manager by the Authority, if any

11 A.025 (a) Authority. DOCUMENTED :

(3) > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

IMPLEMENTED :

JAR FSTD > Is the Quality System properly documented and updated ?

12 The Quality System shall be described in relevant documentation. A.025 (a) DOCUMENTED :

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> Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual IMPLEMENTED : > Check the evidence of the acc eptance of the Accountable Manager by the Authority, if any

Accountable Manager. The person acceptable to the Authorit y who has corporate ACJ N°1 > Check that the Accountable Manager have c orporate authority to ensure that all FSTD

activities can be financed and carried out authority for ensuring that all necessary activities can be financed and carried out JAR FSTD

13 to the standard required by the Authority, and any additional requirements defined A.025 DOCUMENTED :

by the FSTD operator. (2.2.1) > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

An FSTD operator should establish a formal written Quality Policy statement that IMPLEMENTED :

ACJ N°1 > Check how the Quality Policy is published is a commitment by the Accountable Manager as to what the Quality System is

JAR FSTD > Check that the Quality Policy is updated every 2 years as minimum, if applicable

14 intended to achieve. The Quality Policy should reflect the achievement and A.025

continued compliance with JAR – FSTD A together with any additional standards DOCUMENTED : (2.2.1)

specified by the FSTD operator. > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual



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IMPLEMENTED : The FSTD operator should specify the structure of the Quality System.

> Estimate if the Quality Departement is properly structured by evaluating the following criteria : . Large organization that hold multiple approvals or cover multiple sites or not

The Quality System should be structured according to the size and complexity . Single device or multiple devices . Role of Quality Manager combined with another position or not

of the organisation to be monitored. . Dedicated team of auditors or single auditor, and/or an agreement for audits subc ontracting

As a minimum, the Quality System should address the following: > Check evidences of audits performed and/or scheduled that cover the overall scope within the a. The provision of JAR –FSTD A required delay (12 months) b. Additional standards and procedures c. Quality Policy ACJ N°1 DOCUMENTED : d. Organisational structure JAR FSTD > Indicate the applicable reference of th e internal manual e. Responsibility for the development, establishment and management of the A.025

17 Quality System (3.1.2) f. Documentation, including manuals, reports and records (3.1.3)

g. Quality Procedures (3.2.1) h. Quality Assurance Programme (3.3) i. The provision of adequate financial, material and human resources

j. Training requirements for the various functions in the organisation

Relevant documentation should include the following: a. Quality Policy / b. Terminology / c. Reference to specified STD technical standards / d. A descripti on of the organisation / e. The allocati on of duties and responsibilities / f. Qualification procedures to ensure regulatory compliance / g. The Quality Assurance Programme / h. Document control

IMPLEMENTED :

The Quality System should include a feedback system to the Accountable > Check evidences of the management of 3 discrepancies/non-compliances and the associated

ACJ N°1 corrective actions (closed, on-going, overdue) Manager to ensure that corrective actions are both identified and promptly JAR FSTD 18 addressed. The feedback system should also specify who is required to rectify DOCUMENTED : A.025 discrepancies and non-compliance in each particular case, and the procedure to > Indicate the applicable reference of th e internal manual (3.2.2) be followed if corrective action is not completed within an appropriate timescale.



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IMPLEMENTED : The Quality Assurance Program should include all planned and systematic > Check the Quality inspection check-lists

> Check the Audit check-list actions necessary to provide confidence that all maintenance is conducted and all > Check the Quality inspections/Audits schedule/program performance maintained in accordance with all applicable requirements, standards > Check the tool/system used for preventative/corrective action management and procedures. > Check the template of Management Review

ACJ N°1 When establishing a Quality Assurance Program, consideration should, at > Check the Management Review schedule/program

JAR FSTD least, be given to :

A.025 DOCUMENTED : 19 . Quality inspections (4.1.1) > Indicate the applicable reference of th e internal manual . Audit (4.1.2)

. Auditors

. Auditor's independence

. Audit Scope

. Audit scheduling

. Monitoring and corrective action

. Management evaluation

The primary purpose of a quality inspection is to observe a particular IMPLEMENTED : > Check that the quality inspections program covers the overall scope

event/action/document etc., in order to verify whether established procedures and ACJ N°1 > Check quality inspections reports

requirements are followed during the accomplishment of that event and whether JAR FSTD

20 the required standard is achieved. A.025 DOCUMENTED :

(4.2.1) > Indicate the applicable reference of th e internal manual

Typical subject areas for quality inspections are: (4.2.2) Actual STD operation, Maintenance, Technical standards, Flight simulator safety features

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An audit is a systematic and independent comparison of the way in which an activity is being conducted against the way in which the published procedures say it should be conducted. Audits should include at least the following quality procedures and processes:

ACJ N°1 a. A statement explaining the scope of the audit.

JAR FSTD b. Planning and preparation.

A.025 c. Gathering and recording evidence

21 (4.3.1) d. Analysis of the evidence. (4.3.2)

Techniques which contribute to an effective audit are: (4.3.3) a. Interviews or discussions with personnel. b. A review of published documents. c. The examination of an adequate sample of records. d. The witnessing of the activities which make up the operation e. The preservation of documents and the r ecording of observations.

An FSTD operator should decide, depending on th e complexity and size of t he organization, whether to make use of a dedicated audit team or a single auditor . ACJ N°1 In any event, the auditor or audit team should have relevant FSTD experience . JAR FSTD The responsibilities of the auditors should be clearly defined in the relevant A.025

22 (4.4.1) documentation. (4.4.2) Auditors should not have any day to day involvement in the area of activity (4.5.1)

(4.5.2) which is to be audited.

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IMPLEMENTED : > Check the efficiency of the audit's methodology : Regulatory requirements coverage (JAR

FSTD A) - Best practices (ARINC) coverage - Documentary and implementation evaluation -

Findings based on evidences - Opening and closing meeting - Interviews - Evidences gathering -

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> Check audit reports

DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the in ternal manual

IMPLEMENTED : > Check the auditors qualification files

> Check the agreement for audits subcontracting, if any

> Check that the auditors report directly to the Quality Manager, in any case

DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the in ternal manual

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IMPLEMENTED :

FSTD operators are required to monitor compliance with the procedures they > Check that the audit schedule/program covers the overall scope > Check audit reports

have designed to ensure specified performance and functions. In doing so they should as a minimum, and where appropriate, monitor:

DOCUMENTED : a. Organisation

> Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual b. Plans and objectives

ACJ N°1 c. Maintenance procedures

JAR FSTD 23 d. FSTD Qualification Level

A.025 e. Supervision

(4.6.1) f. FSTD technical status g. Manuals, logs, and records h. Defect deferral i. Personnel training

j. Aeroplane modifications management

IMPLEMENTED : > Check that the audit schedule covers the overall scope within the required timeframe ( 12

A Quality Assurance Programme should include a defined audit schedule and a months), and is completed during this period > Check audit reports periodic review. The schedule should be flexible, and allow unscheduled audits

when trends are identified. Follow-up audits should be scheduled when necessary DOCUMENTED :

to verify that corrective action was carried out and that it was effective. > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

ACJ N°1 An FSTD operator should establish a schedule of audits to be completed during a JAR FSTD specified calendar period. All aspects of the operation should be reviewed within

A.025 24 every period of 12 months in accordance with the programme unless an

(4.7.1) extension to the audit period is acc epted as explained below. An FSTD operator

(4.7.2) may increase the frequency of audits at his discretion but should not decrease the

(4.7.3) frequency without the agreement of the Authority.

When an FSTD operator defines the audit schedule, significant changes to the management, organisation, or technologies should be considered as well as changes to the regulatory requirements.

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IMPLEMENTED : > Check that the findings and observations resulting from quality inspections and audits are

The FSTD operator should establish and publish a quality procedure to monitor followed-up until a corrective action has re-established compliance : . Root causes identification regulatory compliance on a continuing basis. This monitoring activity should be . Corrective action definition aimed at eliminating the causes of unsatisfactory performance. . A schedule for corrective action

Any non-compliance identified as a result of monitoring should be . Responsible(s) for implementation . Effectiveness verification at deadline communicated to the manager responsible for taking corrective action or, if . Tracking of overdues appropriate, the Accountable Manager. Such non-compliance should be recorded,

ACJ N°1 > Check 3 types of corrective actions follow-up : closed - ongoing - overdue for the purpose of further investigation, in order to determine the cause and to JAR FSTD

enable the recommendation of appropriate correcti ve action. A.025

25 The Quality Assurance Programme should include procedures to ensure that (4.8.1) DOCUMENTED :

(4.8.2) > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual corrective actions are taken in response to findings. These quality procedures (4.8.3)

should monitor such actions to verify their effectiveness and that they have (4.8.4) been completed. Organisational responsibility and accountability for the implementation of corrective actions resides with the department cited in the report identifying the finding. The Accountable Manager will have the ultimate responsibility for resourcing the corrective action and ensuring, through the Quality Manager, that the corrective action has re-established compliance with the standard required by the Authority, and any additional requirements defined by the FSTD operator.

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IMPLEMENTED :

A management evaluation is a comprehensive, systematic, documented review > Check the inputs and the outputs of the management review reports > Check that one management review is held/scheduled by year as a minimum

of the Quality System and procedures by the management, and it should consider: a. The results of quality i nspections, audits and any other indicators

DOCUMENTED : b. The overall effectiveness of the management organisation in achieving stated

ACJ N°1 > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual objectives

JAR FSTD

26 A management evaluation should identify and correct trends, and prevent, where A.025 (4.9.1)

possible, future non-conformities. Conclusions and recommendations made as (4.9.2)

a result of an evaluation should be submitted in writing to the responsible (4.9.3)

manager for action.

The Accountable Manager should decide upon the frequency, format, and structure of internal management evaluation activities.

IMPLEMENTED : > Check by sampling that the f ollowing records are retained for a period of 5 years : a. Audit schedules b. Quality inspection and audit r eports

ACJ N°1 c. Response to findings d. Corrective action reports

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e. Follow-up and closure reports A.025 the Quality Assurance Programme should be maintained by the FSTD operator. f. Management evaluation reports

(4.10.1) > Check the conditions of archiving : protected from theft, fire and flooding

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FSTD operators may decide to sub-contract out certain activities to external agencies for the provision of services related to areas such as: a. Maintenance b. Manual preparation

The ultimate responsibility for the product or service provided by the subcontractor always remains with the FSTD operator. A written agreement should ACJ N°1 exist between the FSTD operator and the sub-contractor clearly defining the JAR FSTD services and quality to be provided. The sub-contractor's activities relevant to the A.025

28 agreement should be included in the FSTD operator's Quality Assurance (5.1.1) Program. (5.1.2)

The FSTD operator should ensure that the sub-c ontractor has the necessary (5.1.3)

authorization/approval when required, and commands the resources and competence to undertake the task. If the FSTD operator requires the subcontractor to conduct activity which exceeds the subcontractor’s authorization/approval, the FSTD operator is responsible for ensuring that the subcontractor’s Quality Assurance takes account of such additional requirements.

An FSTD operator should establish effective, well planned and resourced quality related briefing for all personnel.

Those responsible for managing the Quality System should receive training ACJ N°1 JAR FSTD

29 covering:

A.025 a. An introduction to the concept of the Quality System / b. Quality management / c. Concept of Quality Assurance / d. Quality manuals / (6.1.1)

(6.1.2) e. Audit techniques / f. Reporting and recording / g. The way in which the Qualit y System will function in the organisation

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IMPLEMENTED : > Check the agreements with sub-contractors (technical parts only), if any

> If a contract or purchase agreement adress es a long term support relationship between the

OEM and the Operator, check the committed support period, warranties, spares, availability and

maintainability demonstrations, and all other support issues, including software support

> Check the validity of the authorization/approval of the sub-contractors, if required

> Check that the audit schedule include the activities of the subcontractors, if any


IMPLEMENTED : > Check the quality briefing and training records, respectively for all personnel and for those

managing the quality system

> Check the course supports in case of in-house training

> Otherwise, check the agreements with external institutions


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It is recognized that a Quality System tied to measurement of FSTD ACJ N°1

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Performance will probably lead to improving and maintaining training quality. A.025 (7.1.1)

A link shall be maintained between the operator’s organization, the Authority and the relevant manufacturers to incorporate important modifications, especially: (1) Airplane modifications that are essential for training and checking shall be introduced into all affected FSTDs whether or not enforced by an airworthiness directive (2) Modification of FSTDs, including motion and visual systems (where applicable): (i) When essential for training and checking, FSTD operators shall update their

JAR FSTD 31 FSTDs. Modifications of the FSTD hardware and software that affect handling, performance and systems operation or any major modifications of the motion A.025 (b) or visual system shall be evaluated to determine the impact on the original qualification criteria. FSTD operators shall prepare amendments for any affected validation tests. The FSTD operator shall test the FSTD to the new criteria. (ii) The Authority shall be advised in advance of any major changes to determine if the tests carried out by the FSTD operator are satisfactory. A special evaluation of the FSTD may be necessary prior to returning it to training following the modification.

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IMPLEMENTED : > Check the Performance report based on AR INC 433, if any

> Check its accomplishment at a defined time interval

> Check the evidence that it is distributed to the relevant suppliers (OEM, Visual system

manufacturer, Supplier of hardware, ..., as applicable)

> Check the evidences of investigations and actions taken if the availability falls below the

specified level and/or in case of multiple failure of a single component or system


IMPLEMENTED : > Check the means of communication between the Operator and its suppliers (Aircraft

manufacturer, OEM, Visual system manufacturer, Supplier of hardware, ..., as applicable) :

Points of contact, Online databases, Customer fault reporting, ...

> Check the information are shared between Operator and its suppliers : SB, SL, Customers

advisories / Fleet specific software corrections / Available STD improvements / Spare and repair

status / Technical queries status/Discrepancy status/..

> Check the methods of tracking changes in the modeled aircraft (communication of changes to

aircraft data packages between aircraft engineering and ST D engineering)

> Check the status of the modifications incorporated since the initial evaluation : all modifications

to software, hardware and firmware with the descr iption of the changes, and its impact to the

FSTD, should be documented

> Check that it is properly updated

> Check by sampling the process of incorporation of a modification and the associated

evidences (Amendment to validation tests, Engineering order, QTG running, Record on

Technical Log, Authority Notification, Evaluation, Coordination with the training Dpt of the

customer (including timing of change), Notification to the instructor community with updated

operating instructions)


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Ensure that the FSTD is housed in a suitable environment that supports safe and reliable operation. (1) The FSTD operator shall ensure that the FSTD and its installation comply with the local regulations for health and safety. However, as a minimum all FSTD

JAR FSTD 32 occupants and maintenance personnel shall be bri efed on FSTD safety to ensure that they are aware of all safety equipment and procedures in the FSTD in case of A.025 ( c ) emergency. (2) The FSTD safety features such as emergency stops and emergency lighting shall be checked at least annually and recorded by the FSTD operator.

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IMPLEMENTED : > Check the availability of a safety plan according to local regulations for health and safety,

including :

. A list and the positi on of safety equipments

. A list of responsible persons

. Hazard controls and safe practices

. Emergency and accident response

> Check the evidences of employee training and communication

> Check that the safety features checks (emergency stops and lighting) are included in the

Maintenance Program

> Check the records of safety f eatures checks


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IMPLEMENTED : > Check physically that the safety elements in place are equivalent, as minimum, to those

. Adequate fire/smoke detection, warning and suppression arrangements expected by the ACJ N°3 JAR FSTD A.025 > Check that warning and caution stickers are appropriately placed and easily visible should be provided to ensure safe passage of pers onnel from the FSTD.

. Adequate protection should be provided against electrical, mechanical, DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual hydraulic and pneumatic hazards – including those arising from the control

loading and motion systems to ensure maximum safety of all personnel in the vicinity of the FSTD.

. Other areas that should be addressed include: ACJ N°3

33 a. A two way communication system that remains operational in the event of a JAR FSTD total power failure A.025 b. Emergency lighting (2) c. Escape exits and escape routes

d. Occupant restraints (seats, seat belts etc.)e. External warning of motion and access ramp or stairs activity

f. Danger area markings

g. Guard rails and gates

h. Motion and control loading emergency stop controls accessible from either pilot

or instructor seats

i. A manual or automatic electrical power isolation switch.

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34 > Check the status of the equipment added since the initial evaluation

Where additional equipment has been added to the FSTD, even though not > Check by sampling the process of addition of an equipment and the associated evidences (Amendment to validation tests, Engineering order, QTG running, Record on Technical Log,

required for qualification, it will be assessed to ensure that it does not adversely JAR FSTD Authority Notification, Evaluation,...) affect the quality of training. Therefore any subsequent modification, removal or A.025 (d)

Un-serviceability could affect the qualification of the device. DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

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IMPLEMENTED Documentation revisions > Check that the revisions to the original documentation include modifications and

improvements . Ongoing support : When a discr epancy in the documentation is found, it should > Check the means to report disc repancies found in the documentation to the OEM

35 be corrected as soon as possible Best . Changes to documentation due to local modifications/improvements : these Practice

DOCUMENTED : changes should be identified and integrated into the original documentation in > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual such a way as to make the reader aware that the document has been ch anged

IMPLEMENTED : > Check the Engineering and maintenance staff's trainings records, including : . Ground school on Aircraft systems for the respective fleet . The proper use of test equipement, both old and new state of art . Advanced soldering skills . Installation and alignement of Radio Nav A ids . Advanced classes on modeling tools and techniques . Hydraulic pump/valve rebuilding . Visual maintenance troubleshooting techniques

It is recommended that an initi al and an ongoing training program be initiated to . STD maintenance troubleshooting techniques > Check STD Crew instructor training's trainings records, including : 36 continually improve staff skills : Best . Reporting STD faults on Electronic Discrepancy Log or Hard Copy Discrepancy Log . Engineering and maintenance staff training Practice . Interpretation of STD MEL . STD crew instructor training . Training session quality . Operation and features of the instructor st ation . Lesson plan creation and editing . Safety features and procedures


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Preventive maintenance activities are initially derived from the OEM data > Check the means of planning, launching, track ing and recording the maintenance tasks as defined by the FSTD Maintenance Program, or equivalent

package which provides suggested maintenance activities necessary at defined Best > What happens if a maintenance task isn't performed as scheduled ?

36 frequencies. Practice


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Preventive maintenance reviews should be performed frequently and compared > Check the reports of the preventive maintenance reviews (inputs and outputs) > Check the evidence of the implement ation of an output of a preventive maintenance review

to STD performance metrics, OEM data updates, data collected from fault report forms (derived from corrective maintenance) and maintenance data.

DOCUMENTED :

36 Preventive maintenance schedules should then be updated to anticipate and Best

> Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual rectify potential STD failures by decreasing intervals between defined scheduled Practice

tasks or adding maintenance tasks to the schedule. Ongoing review and updates to preventive maintenance tasks will lead to improved STD availability.

Aging components issues (component that degrades with time regardless of IMPLEMENTED : > Check that the life-limited parts are included in the Maintenance program

use) : > Check the means of tracking the life-limited components . Electrolytic capacitors > Check the means of monitoring the aging components . EPROM's

36 . BBRAM Best DOCUMENTED : . Electrical wiring Practice > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual . Hydraulic components . Motion base . Accessway and maintenance platforms

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Measures must be taken in order to return an FSTD to return to an operational > Check the software backup schedule is including in the Maintenance program (a minimum of quarterly and annual backups, and arrangements to s tore backups at locations separate from

state after a minor or major disaster, including : the FSTD site) . Software considerations

Best > Check that the sources of replacement hardware are identified, with periodic checks to assess

36 . Hardware considerations the provider ability to supply the required equipment Practice

Each organization should compile their emergency procedures and include DOCUMENTED : notification information. > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

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Unscheduled maintenance will occur when actions are taken t o rectify a fault on > Check the evidence of troubleshooting : the f ault and the solution are documented with SN/PN of failed LRU recorded

an FSTD following an "in-training failure" or a fault found during preventive > Are diagnostic tools integrated into the FSTD ? (on-line diagnostic, off-line mode for maintenance.

troubleshooting, Electronic fault isolation guide, Cross-references to associated doc,..) In some cases a fault can be difficult to diagnose and the repair is not obvious. In Best 36

> Check the means of f eedback loop to raining to allow instructor to trap or record the condition these cases, a formal process should come into play and should be managed and Practice under which a repetitive or a CND (Can Not Duplicate) fault occurs documented. The repair of these kinds of faults can extend over multiple shifts, even multiple days. The process should eliminate rechecking the same thing more DOCUMENTED : than once and should call for a methodical approach to resolving the problem. > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

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When a fault does not impact training or training can continue with F STD being > Check that UOG process exists in case of a critical spare is required and not available > Check the application of the rules of deferring a defect in terms of assigned period

used in a limited capacity, then a fault can be deferred and repaired during an Best > Check the means of record the deferred faults and its accessibility to the users

36 assigned maintenance period. Practice It is essential that deferred faults are recorded clearly in deferred log, which should DOCUMENTED :

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IMPLEMENTED : > Does the FSTD incorporate A/C equipment or simulated A/C parts ? What is the philosophy of stock : Association with airline or aircraft OEM, rental pools, acquisition of spares ? > What is the repair philosophy : Repair capabilities "on-site" or nearby with a stock of sub- component, or Repairs support agreement ?

The OEM will normally provide a list of Recommended Spares Listing (RSL). > Checks UOG items, Logistic, Warranty, consignment spares

Best 36 The management of these items involves tracking of consumable issues rates, > Check by sampling in the store the spares and consumables inventory

Practice and component MTBF and MTRR.


Requirements for FSTD qualified on or after 1 august 2008 (JAR FSTD A.030)

Any FSTD submitted for initial evaluation on or after 1 August 2008 will be IMPLEMENTED : See JAR FSTD A.001

evaluated against applicable JAR –FSTD A criteria for the Qualification Levels JAR FSTD

34 applied for. Recurrent evaluations of a FSTD will be based on the same DOCUMENTED : A.030 (a)

version of JAR-FSTD A that was applicable for its initial evaluation. An upgrade See JAR FSTD A.001 will be based on the currently applicable version of JAR-FSTD A.

IMPLEMENTED : A FSTD shall be assessed in those areas that are essential to completing the > Check by sampling that the reference documents used by the technicians for running the QTG

tests include the tests list ed in Part 2 and 3 of JAR F STD ACJ N°1 to JAR FSTD A.030, as a flight crewmember training and checking process as applicable. JAR FSTD minimum

35 A.030 (b) The FSTD shall be subjected to:

(1) Validation tests and

( c ) DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual (2) Functions & subjective tests




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Data shall be of a standard that satisfies the Authority before the FSTD cangain a Qualification Level.

JAR

FSTD A.030 (d)

IMPLEMENTED :> Check that the VDR (Validation Data Road

FSTD ACJ N°1 App 2 to JAR FSTD A.030

DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the inte

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The FSTD operator shall submit a QTG in a form and manner that is acceptable to the Authority. JAR

FSTD A.030 (e)

IMPLEMENTED : > See JAR FSTD A.015 (a) DOCUMENTED : > See JAR FSTD A.015 (a)

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The QTG will only be approved after completion of an initial or upgrade evaluation,and when all the discrepancies in the QTG have been addressed to the satisfaction of the Authority. After inclusion of the results of the tests witnessed by the Authority, the approved QTG becomes the Master QTG (MQTG), which is the basis for the FSTD qualification and subsequent recurrent FSTD evaluations.

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A.030 (f)

IMPLEMENTED :> Check the availability of current MQTG in adistribution list

DOCUMENTED : > Indicate the applicable reference of the inte

IMPLEMENTED : > Check that the QTG tests are included

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Check the records/schedules of the running



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IMPLEMENTED : > Has a single configuration control coordinator been nominated to maintain configuration control (the person who shall be contacted before any work is performed) ?

The FSTD operator shall establish a Configuration Control System to ensure the > Check the tool/system used t o track the evolutions embodied on the s oftware and the hardware since the initial qualification ( For example, a Configuration audit listing in electronic continued integrity of the hardware and software of the qualif ied FSTD. format of all parts (ie software, firmware, hardware), including revision levels, Serial Numbers,

Configuration control should be established in order to document each and JAR FSTD

and hours in service, as well as, a listing of the aircraft manufacturer's data package, including revision level)

40 every change that is made to h ardware and software. When implemented, it will

A.030 (g) > Check the evidences of 4 evoluti ons (software/hardware and minor/major) and the associated allow correlation between changes made and any negative effects caused by those changes. Proper configuration control will allow recovery back to a known (2) records justifying of their management against the last qualification gained baseline.

DOCUMENTED : Configuration control should begin at customer acc eptance and then maintained > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual for the life cycle of the FSTD.

IMPLEMENTED : > Check the archiving of a c omplete baseline of the initial and reccurent approved hardware and software configuration (Acceptance load), including :

Archiving strategy should provide for a regular & consistent philosophy of backing . Accepted qualification load . Full system backup

up the system and changes. Best

. Sub-systems' unique software and firmware backup (e.g. visual, controls, motion, sound, ...)

36 Additionally : . Master QTG

Practice . ATMs, including controls and motion maintenance plots . Permanent archive of initial acceptance load(s) . Archive after every periodic regulatory review DOCUMENTED :

> Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

Changes to qualified FSTD (JAR FSTD A.040)



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The operator of a qualified FSTD shall inform the Authority of proposed major

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> Are the modifications identified as major/minor on the modifications status ? changes such as: > Check the evidences of the notific ations sent to the Authority among the modifications (1) Airplane modifications, which could affect FSTD qualification. identified as major on the modifications status

41 (2) FSTD hardware and or software modific ations that could affect the handling JAR FSTD

DOCUMENTED : qualities, performances or system representations. A.040 (a) (3) Relocation of the FSTD; and > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual (4) Any deactivation of the FSTD.

A FSTD may be upgraded to a higher Qualification Level. Special evaluation is IMPLEMENTED : > Has the FSTD has been upgraded to a higher qualification level since its initial qualification ?

required before the award of a higher Level of Qualification. > If so, check the application form, if any (1) If an upgrade is proposed the FSTD operator shall seek the advice of the Authority and give full details of the modifications. If the upgrade evaluation does DOCUMENTED : not fall upon the anniversary of the original qualification date, a special evaluation

JAR FSTD > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

42 is required to permit the FST D to continue to qualify even at th e previous A.040 (b) Qualification Level. (2) In the case of a FSTD upgrade, an FST D operator shall run all validation tests for the requested Qualification Level. Results from previous evaluations shall not be used to validate FSTD performance for the current upgrade.

IMPLEMENTED :

Relocation of a FSTD > Has the FSTD has been relocated since its initial qualification ? > If so, check the application form, if any

(1) In instances where a FSTD is moved to a new location, the Authority shall be advised before the planned activity along wit h a schedule of related events.

DOCUMENTED : (2) Prior to returning the FSTD to service at the new location, the FSTD operator

> Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

43 shall perform at least one third of the validation tests and, functions and JAR FSTD subjective tests to ensure that the FSTD performance meets its original A.040 (c )

qualification standard. A copy of the test documentation shall be retained together with the FSTD records for review by the Authority. (3) An evaluation of the FSTD in accordance with its original JAA qualification criteria shall be at the discretion of the Authority.

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IMPLEMENTED : Deactivation of a currently qualified FSTD > Has the FSTD has been deactivated since its initial qualification ?

> If so, check the application form, if any

(1) If a FSTD operator plans to remove a FSTD from active status forprolonged

44 periods, the Authority shall be notified and suitable controls established forthe JAR FSTD

DOCUMENTED : period during which the FSTD is inactive. A.040 (d ) > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual (2) The FSTD operator shall agree a procedure with the Authority to ensure

that the FSTD can be restored to active status at its original Qualification Level.

Interim FSTD Qualification (JAR FSTDA.045)

IMPLEMENTED : > Is the FSTD qualified under an interim qualification level ? > If so, check the associated requirements, details relating to th e issue, and the period ofvalidity

45 In case of new aeroplane programmes, special arrangements shall be madeto JAR FSTD DOCUMENTED : enable an interim Qualification Level to be achieved. A.045 (a) > Indicate the applicable reference of th e internal manual

Transferability of FSTD Qualification (JAR FST D A.050)

IMPLEMENTED : > Has the operator of the FSTD changed since its last qualification ? > If so, check the agreed plan of transfer

46 When there is a change of FSTD operator, the new FSTD operator shalladvise JAR FSTD

DOCUMENTED : the Authority in advance in order to agree upon a plan of transfer of the FST D. A.050 (a) > Indicate the applicable reference of the int ernal manual

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