Course # 601

Aircraft Structures and Repair – Basic

 

When a student completes this course she/he should be able to:

  • grasp the fundamentals of airframe construction
  • explain what alloys are used in what parts of the airplane and why
  • have a basic understanding of aircraft loads and aerodynamics
  • learn about aircraft metallic structures and joints
  • calculate ultimate load capabilities for repairs
  • be familiar with prevalent aircraft fasteners and joints
  • list the fundamental design requirements of repairs
  • describe guiding principles of a crack-resistant repair
  • begin the design of a metallic repair to fix structural damages beyond SRM limits
  • have a collection of basic aircraft structural repair ideas

 

Who should take this training:

Managers / Engineers / Materials Scientists / Inspectors / DERs in:

  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Aircraft Production
  • Airline Liaison with OEM
  • Continuing Airworthiness
  • Aircraft Production
  • Helicopter Maintenance
  • Repair
  • Accident Investigation
  • Engine Overhaul
  • Materials Selection
  • Materials and Processing (M&P)
  • Automobile
  • Structural Analysis
  • Structural Design
  • Fatigue Crack Growth Analysis
  • Safety Officers
  • Wiring / Ageing Avionics
  • Regulatory Authority, NAAs
  • Corrosion Prevention & Control Programs (CPCP)

From Industries including but not limited to:

  • Airlines
  • Defense Directorates
  • MROs, Repair Stations
  • Army
  • Aircraft and Component Manufacturers
  • Airforce
  • Technical College
  • Navy
  • Civil Aviation Authorities
  • Aircraft Manufacturers
  • Material Suppliers
  • Universities
  • Accident Investigation Agencies, NTSB
  • Structural Design
  • ASI (Aviation Safety Inspectors)