AMCAcceptable means of compliance
AMC1 Appendix II — Basic examination standard (except for category L licence)
The tables below show the acceptable number of questions for the submodules. Justified deviations from these values are also acceptable, provided the sum of the questions complies with the total number of questions for a given module.
MODULE 1 — MATHEMATICS
| MODULE 1 — MATHEMATICS | Nr of questions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| A | B1 B2 B2L B3 | ||
| Total number for the module: | 16 | 32 | |
| 1.1 Arithmetic | 6 | 6 | |
| 1.2 Algebra: | |||
| (a) Simple algebraic expressions; | 5 | 4 | |
| (b) Equations. | — | 12 | |
| 1.3 Geometry: | |||
| (a) Simple geometrical constructions; | — | 3 | |
| (b) Graphical representation; | 5 | 4 | |
| (c) Trigonometry. | — | 3 | |
MODULE 2 — PHYSICS
| MODULE 2 — PHYSICS | Nr of questions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| A B3 | B1 B2 B2L | ||
| Total number for the module: | 32 | 52 | |
| 2.1 Matter | 4 | 5 | |
| 2.2 Mechanics | |||
| 2.2.1 Statics | 6 | 7 | |
| 2.2.2 Kinetics | 6 | 7 | |
| 2.2.3 Dynamics: | |||
| (a) Mass, force, and energy; | 4 | 5 | |
| (b) Momentum and conservation of momentum. | 4 | 4 | |
| 2.2.4 Fluid dynamics: | |||
| (a) Gravity and density; | 2 | 2 | |
| (b) Viscosity; compressibility on fluids; static, dynamic, and total pressure. | 2 | 3 | |
| 2.3 Thermodynamics: | |||
| (a) Temperature; | 2 | 2 | |
| (b) Heat. | 2 | 8 | |
| 2.4 Optics (light) | — | 5 | |
| 2.5 Wave motion and sound | — | 4 | |
MODULE 3 — ELECTRICS FUNDAMENTALS
| MODULE 3 — ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS | Nr of questions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B1 B2 B2L | B3 | ||
| Total number for the module: | 20 | 52 | 24 | |
| 3.1 Electron theory | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| 3.2 Static electricity and conduction | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| 3.3 Electrical terminology | 3 | 2 | 2 | |
| 3.4 Generation of electricity | 3 | 2 | 2 | |
| 3.5 Sources of DC electricity | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| 3.6 DC circuits | 1 | 2 | 1 | |
| 3.7 Resistance/resistor: | ||||
| (a) Resistance; | — | 3 | 1 | |
| (b) Resistors. | — | 2 | — | |
| 3.8 Power | — | 3 | 1 | |
| 3.9 Capacitance/capacitor | — | 4 | 1 | |
| 3.10 Magnetism: | ||||
| (a) Theory of magnetism; | — | 3 | 1 | |
| (b) Magnetomotive force. | — | 1 | 1 | |
| 3.11 Inductance/inductor | — | 4 | 1 | |
| 3.12 DC motor/generator theory | — | 3 | 1 | |
| 3.13 AC theory | 5 | 3 | 1 | |
| 3.14 Resistive (R), capacitive (C) and inductive (L) circuits | — | 3 | 1 | |
| 3.15 Transformers | — | 3 | 1 | |
| 3.16 Filters | — | 1 | — | |
| 3.17 AC generators | — | 3 | 1 | |
| 3.18 AC motors | — | 2 | 1 | |
MODULE 4 — ELECTRONICS FUNDAMENTALS
| MODULE 4 — ELECTRONICS FUNDAMENTALS | Nr of questions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B1 B3 | B2 B2L | |||
| Total number for the module: | — | 20 | 40 | ||
| 4.1 Semiconductors | |||||
| 4.1.1 Diodes: | |||||
| (a) Description and characteristics; | — | 8 | 8 | ||
| (b) Operation and function. | — | — | 7 | ||
| 4.1.2 Transistors: | |||||
| (a) Description and characteristics; | — | 4 | 4 | ||
| (b) Construction and operation. | — | — | 7 | ||
| 4.1.3 Integrated circuits: | |||||
| (a) Basic description and operation; | — | 3 | 2 | ||
| (b) Description and operation. | — | — | 4 | ||
| 4.2 Printed circuit boards | — | 2 | 3 | ||
| 4.3 Servomechanisms: | |||||
| (a) Principles; | — | 3 | 2 | ||
| (b) Construction, operation, and use. | — | — | 3 | ||
MODULE 5 — DIGITAL TECHNIQUES / ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT SYSTEMS
| MODULE 5 — DIGITAL TECHNIQUES / ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT SYSTEMS | Nr of questions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B3 | B1 | B2 B2L | ||
| Total number for the module: | 20 | 20 | 40 | 72 | |
| 5.1 Electronic instrument systems | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| 5.2 Numbering systems | — | — | 3 | 5 | |
| 5.3 Data conversion | — | — | 3 | 4 | |
| 5.4 Data buses | — | — | 3 | 5 | |
| 5.5 Logic circuits: | |||||
| (a) Identification and applications; | — | — | 3 | 4 | |
| (b) Interpretation of logic diagrams. | — | — | — | 4 | |
| 5.6 Basic computer structure: | |||||
| (a) Computer terminology and technology; | 6 | 2 | 4 | 2 | |
| (b) Computer operation. | — | — | — | 6 | |
| 5.7 Microprocessors | — | — | — | 4 | |
| 5.8 Integrated circuits | — | — | — | 5 | |
| 5.9 Multiplexing | — | — | — | 4 | |
| 5.10 Fibre optics | — | — | 3 | 3 | |
| 5.11 Electronic displays | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | |
| 5.12 Electrostatic sensitive devices | 6 | 6 | 4 | 5 | |
| 5.13 Software management control | — | 1 | 3 | 3 | |
| 5.14 Electromagnetic environment | — | 1 | 3 | 4 | |
| 5.15 Typical electronic/digital aircraft systems | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
MODULE 6 — MATERIALS AND HARDWARE
| MODULE 6 — MATERIALS AND HARDWARE | Nr of questions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B1 B3 | B2 B2L | |||
| Total number for the module: | 52 | 80 | 60 | ||
| 6.1 Aircraft materials — ferrous: | |||||
| (a) Alloy steels used in aircraft; | 3 | 3 | 3 | ||
| (b) Testing of ferrous materials; | — | 2 | 1 | ||
| (c) Repair and inspection procedures. | — | 2 | 1 | ||
| 6.2 Aircraft materials — non-ferrous: | |||||
| (a) Characteristics; | 3 | 4 | 3 | ||
| (b) Testing of non-ferrous materials; | — | 3 | 2 | ||
| (c) Repair and inspection procedures. | — | 2 | 1 | ||
| 6.3 Aircraft materials — composite and non-metallic | |||||
| 6.3.1 Composite and non-metallic other than wood and fabric: | |||||
| (a) Characteristics; | 2 | 4 | 3 | ||
| (b) Detection of defects; | 2 | 4 | — | ||
| (c) Repairs and inspection procedures. | — | 2 | 2 | ||
| 6.3.2 Wooden structures | 3 | 4 | — | ||
| 6.3.3 Fabric covering | — | 4 | — | ||
| 6.4 Corrosion: | |||||
| (a) Chemical fundamentals; | 3 | 3 | 3 | ||
| (b) Types of corrosion. | 4 | 5 | 3 | ||
| 6.5 Fasteners | |||||
| 6.5.1 Screw threads | 4 | 4 | 3 | ||
| 6.5.2 Bolts, studs, and screws | 6 | 6 | 5 | ||
| 6.5.3 Locking devices | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||
| 6.5.4 Aircraft rivets | 2 | 3 | 2 | ||
| 6.6 Pipes and unions: | |||||
| (a) Identification; | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| (b) Standard unions. | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||
| 6.7 Springs | — | 1 | 1 | ||
| 6.8 Bearings | 2 | 4 | 3 | ||
| 6.9 Transmissions | 3 | 4 | 4 | ||
| 6.10 Control cables | 5 | 5 | 4 | ||
| 6.11 Electrical cables and connectors | 5 | 6 | 11 | ||
MODULE 7 — MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
| MODULE 7 — MAINTENANCE PRACTICES | Nr of questions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B1 B3 | B2 B2L | ||
| Total number for the module: | 76 | 80 | 60 | |
| 7.1 Safety precautions — aircraft and workshop | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| 7.2 Workshop practices | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| 7.3 Tools | 6 | 6 | 6 | |
| 7.4 (Reserved) | — | — | — | |
| 7.5 Engineering drawings, diagrams, and standards | 6 | 6 | 6 | |
| 7.6 Fits and clearances | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| 7.7 Electrical wiring interconnection system (EWIS) | 4 | 4 | 8 | |
| 7.8 Riveting | 4 | 3 | — | |
| 7.9 Pipes and hoses | 4 | 3 | — | |
| 7.10 Springs | 1 | 1 | — | |
| 7.11 Bearings | 4 | 3 | — | |
| 7.12 Transmissions | 3 | 3 | — | |
| 7.13 Control cables | 4 | 3 | — | |
| 7.14 Material handling | ||||
| 7.14.1 Sheet metal | — | 2 | — | |
| 7.14.2 Composite and non-metallic | — | 2 | — | |
| 7.14.3 Additive manufacturing | 2 | 4 | 2 | |
| 7.15 (Reserved) | — | — | — | |
| 7.16 Aircraft weight and balance: | ||||
| (a) Centre-of-gravity calculation; | — | 2 | 2 | |
| (b) Aircraft weighing. | — | 1 | — | |
| 7.17 Aircraft handling and storage | 7 | 5 | 6 | |
| 7.18 Disassembly, inspection, repair, and assembly techniques: | ||||
| (a) Types of defects and visual inspection techniques; | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| (b) General repair methods — structural repair manual; | — | 2 | — | |
| (c) Non-destructive inspection techniques; | — | 1 | 1 | |
| (d) Disassembly and reassembly techniques; | 2 | 1 | 1 | |
| (e) Troubleshooting techniques. | — | 1 | 1 | |
| 7.19 Abnormal events: | ||||
| (a) Inspections following lightning strikes and HIRF penetration; | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
| (b) Inspections following abnormal events such as heavy landing and flight through turbulence. | 2 | 1 | — | |
| 7.20 Maintenance procedures | 6 | 6 | 6 | |
| 7.21 Documentation and communication | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
MODULE 8 — BASIC AERODYNAMICS
| MODULE 8 — BASIC AERODYNAMICS | Nr of questions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| A B3 | B1 B2 B2L | ||
| Total number for the module: | 24 | 24 | |
| 8.1 Physics of the atmosphere | 2 | 2 | |
| International Standard Atmosphere (ISA), application to aerodynamics. | |||
| 8.2 Aerodynamics | 9 | 9 | |
| 8.3 Theory of flight | 7 | 7 | |
| 8.4 High-speed airflow | 4 | 4 | |
| 8.5 Flight stability and dynamics | 2 | 2 | |
MODULE 9 — HUMAN FACTORS
| MODULE 9 — HUMAN FACTORS | Nr of questions |
|---|---|
| ALL | |
| Total number for the module: | 28 |
| 9.1 General | 3 |
| 9.2 Human performance and limitations | 3 |
| 9.3 Social psychology | 2 |
| 9.4 Factors that affect human performance | 3 |
| 9.5 Physical environment | 2 |
| 9.6 Tasks | 2 |
| 9.7 Communication | 3 |
| 9.8 Human error | 4 |
| 9.9 Safety management | 2 |
| 9.10 The ‘Dirty Dozen’ and risk-mitigation | 4 |
MODULE 10 — AVIATION LEGISLATION
| MODULE 10 — AVIATION LEGISLATION | Nr of questions | |
|---|---|---|
| A | B1 B2 B2L B3 | |
| Total number for the module: | 32 | 44 |
| 10.1 Regulatory framework | 5 | 5 |
| 10.2 Certifying staff — maintenance | 7 | 7 |
| 10.3 Approved maintenance organisations | 6 | 6 |
| 10.4 Independent certifying staff | - | 4 |
| 10.5 Air operations | 4 | 4 |
| 10.6 Certification of aircraft, parts, and appliances | 1 | 4 |
| 10.7 Continuing airworthiness | 6 | 7 |
| 10.8 Oversight principles in continuing airworthiness | 2 | 3 |
| 10.9 Maintenance and certification beyond the current EU regulations (if not superseded by EU requirements) | — | 3 |
| 10.10 Cybersecurity in aviation maintenance | 1 | 1 |
MODULE 11 — AEROPLANE AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS
| MODULE 11 — AEROPLANE AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS | Nr of questions | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | A2 | B1.1 | B1.2 | B3 | ||
| Total number for the module: | 108 | 72 | 140 | 100 | 60 | |
| 11.1 Theory of flight: | ||||||
| (a) Aeroplane aerodynamics and flight controls; | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| (b) Aeroplane, other aerodynamic devices. | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| 11.2 Airframe structures (ATA 51): | ||||||
| (a) General concepts; (b) Airworthiness requirements for structural strength; | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | ||
| (c) Construction methods. | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| 11.3 Airframe structures — aeroplanes | ||||||
| 11.3.1 Fuselage, doors, windows (ATA 52/53/56): | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| (a) Construction principles; | ||||||
| (b) Airborne towing devices; | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| (c) Doors. | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | |
| 11.3.2 Wings (ATA 57) | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| 11.3.3 Stabilisers (ATA 55) | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| 11.3.4 Flight control surfaces (ATA 55/57) | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| 11.3.5 Nacelles/pylons (ATA 54) | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| 11.4 Air conditioning and cabin pressurisation (ATA 21): | ||||||
| (a) Pressurisation; | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| (b) Air supply; | 3 | — | 3 | — | — | |
| (c) Air conditioning; | 3 | — | 3 | — | — | |
| (d) Safety and warning devices; | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| (e) Heating and ventilation system. | — | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | |
| 11.5 Instruments / avionics systems | ||||||
| 11.5.1 Instrument systems (ATA 31) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | |
| 11.5.2 Avionics systems | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | |
| Fundamentals of system layouts and operation of: | ||||||
| — Autoflight (ATA 22); | ||||||
| — Communications (ATA 23); | ||||||
| — Navigation systems (ATA 34). | ||||||
| 11.6 Electrical power (ATA 24) | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | |
| 11.7 Equipment and furnishings (ATA 25) | ||||||
| (a) Emergency equipment; | 4 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | |
| (b) Cabin and cargo layout. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | - | |
| 11.8 Fire protection (ATA 26) | ||||||
| (a) Fire and smoke detection system and fire-extinguishing systems; | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | — | |
| (b) Portable fire extinguisher. | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| 11.9 Flight controls (ATA 27) | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | |
| (a) Primary and secondary flight controls; | ||||||
| (b) Actuation and protection; | 3 | — | 3 | — | — | |
| (c) System operation; | 3 | — | 3 | — | — | |
| (d) Balancing and rigging. | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| 11.10 Fuel systems (ATA 28/47) | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| (a) Systems layout; | ||||||
| (b) Fuel handling; | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| (c) Indications and warnings; | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| (d) Special systems; | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | |
| (e) Balancing. | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | |
| 11.11 Hydraulic power (ATA 29) | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| (a) System description; | ||||||
| (b) System operation (1); | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| (c) System operation (2). | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | |
| 11.12 Ice and rain protection (ATA 30) | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| (a) Principles; | ||||||
| (b) De-icing; | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| (c) Anti-icing; | 1 | — | 2 | — | — | |
| (d) Wipers; | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| (e) Rain-repellent systems. | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | |
| 11.13 Landing gear (ATA 32) | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | |
| (a) Description; | ||||||
| (b) System operation; | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | |
| (c) Air–ground sensing; | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | |
| (d) Tail protection. | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| 11.14 Lights (ATA 33) | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| 11.15 Oxygen (ATA 35) | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | |
| 11.16 Pneumatic/vacuum (ATA 36) | ||||||
| (a) Systems; | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| (b) Pumps. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| 11.17 Water/waste (ATA 38) | ||||||
| (a) Systems; | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| (b) Corrosion. | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| 11.18 Onboard maintenance systems (ATA 45) | 3 | — | 3 | — | — | |
| 11.19 Integrated modular avionics (IMA) (ATA 42) | ||||||
| (a) Overall system description and theory; | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | |
| (b) Typical system layouts. | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | |
| 11.20 Cabin systems (ATA 44) | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | |
| 11.21 Information systems (ATA 46) | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | |
MODULE 12 — HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS
| MODULE 12 — HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS | Nr of questions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 A4 | B1.3 B1.4 | |||
| Total number for the module: | 100 | 128 | ||
| 12.1 Theory of flight — rotary wing aerodynamics | 6 | 9 | ||
| 12.2 Flight control systems (ATA 67) | 9 | 9 | ||
| 12.3 Blade tracking and vibration analysis (ATA 18) | 6 | 9 | ||
| 12.4 Transmission | 3 | 6 | ||
| 12.5 Airframe structures (ATA 51) | ||||
| (a) General concept; | 5 | 6 | ||
| (b) Construction methods of the principal elements. | 5 | 7 | ||
| 12.6 Air conditioning (ATA 21) | — | — | ||
| 12.6.1 Air supply | 1 | 2 | ||
| 12.6.2 Air conditioning | 3 | 5 | ||
| 12.7 Instruments / avionics systems | ||||
| 12.7.1 Instrument systems (ATA 31) | 6 | 9 | ||
| 12.7.2 Avionics systems | 5 | 7 | ||
| Fundamentals of system layouts and operation of: — Autoflight (ATA 22); — Communications (ATA 23); — Navigation systems (ATA 34). | ||||
| 12.8 Electrical power (ATA 24) | 8 | 10 | ||
| 12.9 Equipment and furnishings (ATA 25) | ||||
| (a) Emergency equipment: Seats, harnesses, and belts; Lifting systems. | 2 | 3 | ||
| (b) Emergency flotation systems: Cabin layout, cargo retention; Equipment layout; Cabin furnishing installation. | 3 | 3 | ||
| 12.10 Fire protection (ATA 26) | 3 | 4 | ||
| (a) Fire and smoke detection systems and fire-extinguishing systems; | ||||
| (b) Portable fire extinguishers. | 1 | 1 | ||
| 12.11 Fuel systems (ATA 28) | 7 | 8 | ||
| 12.12 Hydraulic power (ATA 29) | 8 | 8 | ||
| 12.13 Ice and rain protection (ATA 30) | 4 | 4 | ||
| 12.14 Landing gear (ATA 32) | ||||
| (a) System description and operation; | 3 | 4 | ||
| (b) Sensors. | 3 | 3 | ||
| 12.15 Lights (ATA 33) | 3 | 4 | ||
| 12.16 (Reserved) | ||||
| 12.17 Integrated modular avionics (IMA) (ATA 42) | ||||
| (a) Overall system description and theory; | 1 | 1 | ||
| (b) Typical system layouts. | 1 | 1 | ||
| 12.18 Onboard maintenance systems (ATA 45) | 2 | 3 | ||
| Central maintenance computers; Data-loading system; Electronic library system. | ||||
| 12.19 Information systems (ATA 46) | 2 | 2 | ||
MODULE 13 — AIRCRAFT AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS C/N: Communication and Navigation; Ins.: instruments; A/F: Autoflight; Sur.: Surveillance; A/S: Airframe and Systems
| MODULE 13 — AIRCRAFT AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS | Nr of questions | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B2 | B2L Basic | B2L C/N | B2L Ins. | B2L A/F | B2L Sur. | B2L A/S | ||
| Total number for the module: | 188 | 32 | 24 | 20 | 28 | 20 | 50 | |
| 13.1 Theory of flight | ||||||||
| (a) Aeroplane aerodynamics and flight controls; | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | |
| (b) Rotary wing aerodynamics. | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 13.2 Structures — general concepts (ATA 51) | ||||||||
| (a) General concepts; | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | |
| (b) Fundamentals of structural systems. | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 13.3 Autoflight (ATA 22) | ||||||||
| (a) Fundamentals of automatic flight control; | 16 | — | — | — | 8 | — | — | |
| (b) Autothrottle systems and automatic landing systems. | 8 | — | — | — | 8 | — | — | |
| 13.4 Communication/navigation (ATA 23/34) | ||||||||
| (a) Fundamentals of communication and navigation systems; | 24 | — | 24 | — | — | — | — | |
| (b) Fundamentals of aircraft surveillance systems. | 3 | — | — | — | — | 20 | — | |
| 13.5 Electrical power (ATA 24) | 13 | 13 | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 13.6 Equipment and furnishings (ATA 25) | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 13.7 Flight controls | ||||||||
| (a) Primary and secondary flight controls (ATA 27); | 4 | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | |
| (b) Actuation and protection; | 4 | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | |
| (c) System operation; | 2 | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | |
| (d) Rotorcraft flight controls (ATA 67). | 2 | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | |
| 13.8 Instruments (ATA 31) | 20 | — | — | 20 | — | — | — | |
| 13.9 Lights (ATA 33) | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 13.10 Onboard maintenance systems (ATA 45) | 5 | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| 13.11 Air conditioning and cabin pressurisation (ATA 21) | ||||||||
| (a) Pressurisation; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (b) Air supply; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (c) Air conditioning; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (d) Safety and warning devices. | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| 13.12 Fire protection (ATA 26) | ||||||||
| (a) Fire and smoke detection system and fire-extinguishing systems; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (b) Portable fire extinguisher. | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| 13.13 Fuel systems (ATA 28, ATA 47) | ||||||||
| (a) System layout; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (b) Fuel handling; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (c) Indications and warnings; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (d) Special systems; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (e) Balancing. | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| 13.14 Hydraulic power (ATA 29) | ||||||||
| (a) System layout; | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| (b) System operation (1); | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | |
| (c) System operation (2). | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | |
| 13.15 Ice and rain protection (ATA 30) | ||||||||
| (a) Principles; | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| (b) De-icing; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| (c) Anti-icing; | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| (d) Wiper systems; | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| (e) Rain repellent. | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| 13.16 Landing gear (ATA 32) | ||||||||
| (a) Description; | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| (b) System; | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | |
| (c) Air–ground sensing. | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | |
| 13.17 Oxygen (ATA 35) | 2 | – | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 13.18 Pneumatic/vacuum (ATA 36) | 6 | – | — | — | — | — | 6 | |
| 13.19 Water/waste (ATA 38) | 2 | – | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| 13.20 Integrated modular avionics (IMA) (ATA 42) | ||||||||
| (a) Overall system description and theory; | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| (b) Typical system layouts. | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 13.21 Cabin systems (ATA 44) | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 13.22 Information systems (ATA 46) | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
MODULE 14 — PROPULSION
| MODULE 14 — PROPULSION | Nr of questions | |
|---|---|---|
| B2 B2L Instruments B2L Airframe and Systems | ||
| Total number for the module: | 32 | |
| 14.1 Engines | ||
| (a) Turbine engines; | 3 | |
| (b) Auxiliary power units (APUs); | 4 | |
| (c) Piston engines; | 2 | |
| (d) Electric and hybrid engines; | 4 | |
| (e) Engine control. | 3 | |
| 14.2 Electric/electronic engine indication systems | 10 | |
| 14.3 Propeller systems | 2 | |
| 14.4 Starting and ignition systems | 4 | |
MODULE 15 — GAS-TURBINE ENGINE
| MODULE 15 — GAS-TURBINE ENGINE | Nr of questions | |
|---|---|---|
| A1 A3 | B1.1 B1.3 | |
| Total number for the module: | 60 | 92 |
| 15.1 Fundamentals | 4 | 4 |
| 15.2 Engine performance | — | 6 |
| 15.3 Inlet | 3 | 4 |
| 15.4 Compressors | 5 | 7 |
| 15.5 Combustion section | 3 | 3 |
| 15.6 Turbine section | 5 | 5 |
| 15.7 Exhaust | 4 | 4 |
| 15.8 Bearings and seals | — | 3 |
| 15.9 Lubricants and fuels | 3 | 4 |
| 15.10 Lubrication systems | 3 | 4 |
| 15.11 Fuel systems | 4 | 5 |
| 15.12 Air systems | 3 | 3 |
| 15.13 Starting and ignition systems | 3 | 4 |
| 15.14 Engine indication systems | 5 | 7 |
| 15.15 Alternate turbine constructions | — | 2 |
| 15.16 Turboprop engines | 3 | 5 |
| 15.17 Turboshaft engines | 2 | 3 |
| 15.18 Auxiliary power units (APUs) | 2 | 3 |
| 15.19 Power plant installation | 2 | 3 |
| 15.20 Fire protection systems | 2 | 3 |
| 15.21 Engine monitoring and ground operation | 4 | 7 |
| 15.22 Engine storage and preservation | — | 3 |
MODULE 16 — PISTON ENGINE
| MODULE 16 — PISTON ENGINE | Nr of questions | |
|---|---|---|
| A2 A4 | B1.2 B1.4 B3 | |
| Total number for the module: | 52 | 76 |
| 16.1 Fundamentals of piston engines | 5 | 5 |
| 16.2 Engine performance | 3 | 5 |
| 16.3 Engine construction | 7 | 8 |
| 16.4 Engine fuel systems | — | — |
| 16.4.1 Carburettors | 3 | 4 |
| 16.4.2 Fuel injection systems | 2 | 4 |
| 16.4.3 Electronic engine control | 2 | 4 |
| 16.5 Starting and ignition systems | 5 | 5 |
| 16.6 Induction, exhaust, and cooling systems | 3 | 4 |
| 16.7 Supercharging/turbocharging | 4 | 6 |
| 16.8 Lubricants and fuels | 2 | 5 |
| 16.9 Lubrication systems | 3 | 4 |
| 16.10 Engine indication systems | 6 | 7 |
| 16.11 Power plant installation | 3 | 3 |
| 16.12 Engine monitoring and ground operation | 3 | 5 |
| 16.13 Engine storage and preservation | — | 3 |
| 16.14 Alternative piston-engine constructions | 1 | 4 |
MODULE 17 — PROPELLER
| MODULE 17 — PROPELLER | Nr of questions | |
|---|---|---|
| A1 A2 | B1.1 B1.2 B3 | |
| Total number for the module: | 20 | 32 |
| 17.1 Fundamentals of propellers | 5 | 8 |
| 17.2 Propeller construction | 4 | 5 |
| 17.3 Propeller pitch control | 4 | 6 |
| 17.4 Propeller synchronising | — | 2 |
| 17.5 Propeller ice protection | 2 | 3 |
| 17.6 Propeller maintenance | 3 | 6 |
| 17.7 Propeller storage and preservation | 2 | 2 |
AMC — Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 · ED Decision 2023/019/R · Continuing Airworthiness Easy Access Rules · EAR revision 2 Sep 2025