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CHAPTER 17
SECTION B – CAR-66 PROCEDURES
LICENCING OF AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERS
Sub-Part – A
General
66.B.01 Scope
This section establishes the administrative requirements to be followed by the Directorate General of
Civil Aviation (DGCA) for the application and the enforcement of the requirements in Section A,
“Technical Requirements” of CAR-66 – Licensing of Aircraft Maintenance Engineers.
66.B.10 Responsible authority – Role of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation
General
The DGCA is empowered by the Central Government to perform oversight of aircraft related safety
functions, including the licensing of aircraft maintenance engineers in accordance with CAR-66.
Resources
The DGCA employs administrative and technical staff to administer applications for licences and
conduct examinations. The staffs are deployed in the Airworthiness Directorate Headquarters,
Regional Offices and the Central Examination Organisation.
Procedures
The licensing process is carried out in accordance with detailed procedures contained in this Manual
The procedures are subject to , revision, whenever; the CAR-66 is amended, to ensure continued
compliance with CAR-66.
Applicable e-GCA Services:

S. No. Name of the services Application ID example

1. AME CAR-66 license- Issuance. DAW/2021/IAL/00000001
2. AME CAR-66 license- Change in Category/Sub- DAW/2021/ECS/00000001
Category (Extension)
3. AME CAR-66 license- Duplicate DAW/2021/DAL/00000001
4. AME CAR-66 license- Amendment DAW/2021/AAL/00000001
5. AME CAR-66 license- Renewal DAW/2021/RAL/00000001
6. AME CAR-66 license- Endorsement of additional Type DAW/2021/EAT/00000001
rating of aircraft in existing Category/Sub-Category
7. AME CAR-66 License- Removal of Limitation DAW/2021/ROL/00000001
NOTE:
1. Before delivering a service through e-GCA, officer is advised to refer the latest Back-
office User Manual of the relevant services.
2. As data is migrated from physical to eGCA data base, the data need to be verified by DGCA officer
only once i.e. at the time of initial/first eGCA service taken by the applicant for all existing CAR 66
AME licence.
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66.B.20 Record-keeping
(a) Records pertaining to the licencing of aircraft maintenance engineers are kept by the DGCA for
adequate traceability with regard to issue, renewal, change, suspension or revocation of each aircraft
maintenance licence.
(b) DGCA shall maintain the following records in respect of each licence it had issued
1) A copy of AME licence including all changes made to that licence;
2) Details of any exemption and / or enforcement actions;
3) AME licence conversion reports and the old AME licence;
4) Record Retention Duration:
i) Records referred at 1) and 2) of point (b) above the records should be retained for at least five
years after the end of the licence validity or cancellation of licence.
ii) Records referred at 3) of point (b) above the records should be retained for an unlimited period.
(c) Location of Records:
i) Documents specified at 1), 2) & 3 mentioned in paragraph (b) are maintained at DGCA
Headquarters
ii) Records of knowledge examination, associated results are maintained at the Central
Examination Organisation
iii) Documents specified at 1) & 2) mentioned in paragraph (b) are maintained at regional and
sub-regional office.
Note:-
1. The record-keeping system should ensure that all records are accessible whenever needed within a
reasonable time. These records should be organized in a consistent manner (in chronological order -
licence number wise)
2. The records shall be stored in a secured manner with controlled access to ensure confidentiality of
data.
3. Computer hardware containing data backup should be stored at different location from that of the
working data in an environment that ensures they remain in good condition. When hardware or
software changes take place, special care should be taken that all necessary data continues to be
accessible at least through the full period specified in 66.B.20.
66. B.30 Exemptions
All exemptions granted by the DGCA should be recorded and retained on file.
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SUB PART B
ISSUE OF AN AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER’S LICENCE
This Subpart provides the procedures to be followed by the DGCA to issue, change or renew an AME
licence.
66.B.100 Procedure for the issue of an aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence
a) An application for issue of an AME licence is made online as per DGCA CA Form 19-01 by the
applicant to DAW Headquarters through their allotted e-GCA login id on ‘AME CAR-66 license-
Issuance’ service. After submission of application by the applicant, the same e-application ID will be
available under the dash-board of DAW/ DDAW/ Head of the AWD. On receipt of application DAW/
DDAW/ Head of the AWD may approve / reject the request or may forward it to any officer within
hierarchy. On receipt of the e-application it will be checked by designated officer at Airworthiness
Directorate in DGCA Headquarters for completeness, including the required supporting documents,
requisite fee and that the applicant’s experience meets CAR- 66 requirements.
b) The Airworthiness Directorate will also verify the applicant’s examination status and/or confirm the
validity of any credits to ensure that all required modules of Appendix I have been met as required by
CAR- 66 and the applicant has provided evidence that he has passed examinations for the basic
knowledge requirements type training requirements, and demonstrate the skill in each category or
sub-category of licence on specific type of aircraft in accordance with CAR 66.A.45 for which the
application has been made. If an application does not meet the requirements of CAR- 66 the
application will be rejected and the applicant will be auto-informed through his eGCA login id along
with of the observed deficiencies.
c) Subsequent to the verification of the identity, basic educational qualification and date of birth of the
applicant and being satisfied that the applicant meets the standards of knowledge, type training / type
examination, OJT as per Appendix-III of CAR-66 and experience required by CAR-66, the DGCA shall
issue an appropriate aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence to the applicant. For issue of CAR 66
Category A AME licence, the applicant is required to meet the standards of only knowledge, and
experience required by CAR-66.
d) In the case where aircraft types or groups are endorsed at the time of the issuance of the first aircraft
maintenance licence, the competent authority shall verify compliance with paragraph 66.B.115.
Note:-
1. Applicants claiming the maximum reduction in 66.A.30 (a) total experience based upon successful
completion of an approved basic training course should attach the copy of approval certificate for
approved basic training organization with the application on eGCA.
2. Applicants claiming the maximum reduction in total experience as provided in Rule 61 of the Aircraft
Rules 1937, upon successful completion of engineering degree course from a recognized university
should attach the copy of degree certificate with the application on eGCA.
3. Applicants claiming credit against the 66.A.30 (a) total experience requirement by virtue of 66.A.30 (a)
non-civil aircraft maintenance experience should include a detailed statement of such maintenance
experience signed by the authorized defence authority.
4. The DGCA should check that the experience record satisfies above paragraphs in terms of content
and the countersigning signature.
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66.B.105(i) Procedure for the issue of an aircraft maintenance licence via a maintenance organisation
approved in accordance with CAR -145 or CAR M Subpart F.
a) A maintenance organisation approved in accordance with CAR-145 or CAR M Subpart F, when
authorised in accordance with approved procedure in the organisation’s exposition (Chapter 3.16)/
Organisation Manual (MOM), may make recommendations to the DGCA regarding the application
from an individual for an aircraft maintenance licence. This procedure should be audited by the RAO/
SRAO at least once in each 12 months period.
b) Maintenance organisations referred to in point (a) shall ensure compliance with points 66.B.100 (a)
and (b). The CAR-145 organisation or CAR M Subpart F should check that the experience records
have been properly countersigned and recommended to DGCA after filling the confirmation of
organization row/tab in CA 19-10 Form on eGCA by QM/AM.
c) In all cases, the aircraft maintenance licence can only be issued to the applicant by the DGCA after
verifying the requirements of CAR 66.
66.B.105(ii) Procedure for the issue of an aircraft maintenance licence for private candidates.
a) Applicant after submission online application through eGCA he/she should submit original logbook
and supporting documents to the respective RAOs/SRAOs for verification of documents and
maintenance records.
b) RAOs/SRAOs should check and verify the experience records and supporting documents. The
RAOs/SRAOs then forward the application through eGCA to DGCA-Hqrs for further process.
66.B.110 Procedure for the change of an aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence to include an
additional category or subcategory type rating.
(a) An application for a change to a licence to include an additional category or subcategory type rating
shall be made by the applicant to DAW Headquarters through their allotted e-GCA login id on ‘AME
CAR-66 license- Change in Category/Sub-Category (Extension)’ service. After submission of
application by the applicant, the same e-application ID will be available under the dash-board of DAW/
DDAW/ Head of the AWD. On receipt of application DAW/ DDAW/ Head of the AWD may approve /
reject the request or may forward it to any officer within hierarchy.
(b) On receipt of the e-application, requisite fee and other supporting documents, demonstrating
compliance with the applicable requirements relating to the requested change / type rating, the
nominated officer at DGCA, Hqrs should verify the documents and application for completeness, and
ascertain that the applicant meets.
i) CAR-66 Requirements with respect to Basic knowledge examination requirements.
ii) Type training requirements (Theoretical & Practical) if applicable.
iii) Type examination requirements.
iv) On job training requirements as per Appendix-III of CAR 66.
v) Aircraft maintenance experience requirements relating to requested change.
Note: Guidelines to assess the compliance of type training requirements are detailed at paragraph
66.B.115(k).
(c) In case of any clarifications related to entries in the licence is required, the same may be verified from
respective regional offices/ sub regional offices through email where record of the AME is held.
(d) If an application does not meet the requirements of CAR-66 the application will be rejected and the
applicant will be auto-informed through his eGCA login id with observed deficiencies.
(e) When satisfied that the applicant meets the standards of knowledge and experience required by CAR-
66, the licence shall be re-issued by DGCA, Hqrs after affecting change on Part-XII(a) and or Part
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XII(b) of CAR 66 AME licence. The type rating on the licence shall be endorse as per aircraft type
rating detailed in Appendix I to the AMC of CAR 66.
(f) Forward the licence to the applicant.
(g) This procedure shall be followed for endorsement of Category A / B3 /C also on the existing licence.
(h) A copy of the licence with changes for a change will be retained on file in the DGCA Hqrs.
Note:- For endorsement of Category- C licence on the converted CAR 66 AME licence, experience gained
prior to conversion CAR 66 shall be accepted.
66.B.115 Procedure for effecting changes to an aircraft maintenance licence to include an aircraft
rating or an aircraft in the existing category or to remove limitations
(a) An application for a change to a licence and removal of limitation is made by the applicant to the
respective regional / sub-regional office through their allotted e-GCA login id on ‘AME CAR-66 license-
Endorsement of additional Type rating of aircraft in existing Category/Sub-Category and AME CAR-
66 License- Removal of Limitation’ service. After submission of application by the applicant, the same
e-application ID will be available under the dash-board of DAW/ DDAW/ Head of the AWD. On receipt
of application DAW/ DDAW/ Head of the AWD may approve / reject the request or may forward it to
any officer within hierarchy.
(b) On receipt of the e-application, requisite fee and other supporting documents; demonstrating
compliance with the applicable requirements relating to the requested change /type rating the
respective / removal of limitation, the Regional / Sub Regional Office should verify the application for
completeness, and ascertain that the applicant meets CAR-66 Requirements with respect to
i) Basic knowledge examination requirements.
ii) Type training requirements (Theoretical & Practical) if applicable
iii) Type examination requirements.
iv) On job training requirements as per Appendix-III of CAR 66, where applicable.
Note: Guidelines to assess the compliance of type training requirements are detailed at paragraph (k)
(c) If an application does not meet the requirements of CAR-66 the application will be rejected and the
applicant will be auto-informed through his eGCA login id with observed deficiencies.
(d) When satisfied that the applicant meets applicable requirements relating to the requested change /
removal of limitation(s), the Regional /sub-regional office shall endorse the licence as per aircraft type
rating detailed in Appendix I to the AMC of CAR 66.

Note 1:- If applicant does not meet the standards of knowledge requirement as per table I, however, he meets
the requirements for extension of license as per pre-revised rule 61, the licence may be endorsed
with limitation codes described in Table-2.
Note 2:-The existing CAR-66 Cat B1 licence with limitations 3 and 7 may be granted additional aircraft rating
in the existing category with the existing limitation codes provided the applicant meets the standard
of type training/ type examination as specified in Appendix- III of CAR-66.
Note 3:-The existing BAMEL/ BAMEEC holders may be permitted to undergo type training and acquire
practical experience within the stipulated time period i.e. within three years from the date of
completion of approved course. Such candidates will be considered for issuance of CAR-66 licence
provided they complete all the required modules for the particular category of licence within the period
mentioned above.
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(e) If there is any mismatch is observed in the type of aircraft or engine or aircraft and engine combination
in the application with respect to the Appendix I to the AMC of CAR 66, the same should be resolved
prior to effecting the change in the AME licence.
(f) No change in the AME Licence should be made in a manner different from Appendix I to the AMC of
CAR 66.
(g) When satisfied that the applicant meets the standards of knowledge, type training, type examination,
On the job training and experience required by CAR-66 for removal of limitation the Regional /sub-
regional office shall remove the applicable limitations.
(h) For removal of limitation, a new entry indicating the aircraft type rating with or without limitations should
be made without cancelling the existing entry.

AIRCRAFT TYPE LIMITATION

EXAMPLE SIGNATURE
RATING CODE
Existing entry Boeing 737-700/800/900 2, 3, 7 signed here at the time
(CFM56) of removal of limitation

New Entry with one Boeing 737-700/800/900 3, 7

limitation removed (CFM56)

New Entry with all Boeing 737-700/800/900 -

limitations removed (CFM56)

Note: Any change to an AME licence shall be made by officer having statutory power delegated by the Central
Government or DGCA for effecting an endorsement in the AME licence. The name and designation of
the official effecting the change in an AME licence should be recorded in a legible manner in the office
record / file.
(i) A copy of the licence with changes for a change / removal of limitation should be retained on file in the
Regional or Sub Regional Office.
(j) The following guidelines should be followed by regional and sub-regional offices to ensure compliance
of type training and experience requirements for change of CAR 66 AME license to include additional
ratings and or remove a limitation.
i. In the case where the complete type training is not conducted by maintenance training
organization approved in accordance with CAR- 147, it should be ensured that all type training
requirements are complied with before the type rating is issued. Where the type training has not
been conducted by an organisation in accordance with CAR-147, there should be supporting
documents confirming to the DGCA that:
1. the type training has been directly approved by the DGCA in accordance with 66.B.130;

2. the applicant has completed the elements of the approved type training; and

3. the trainee has been successfully examined/ assessed.

ii. In the case where the aircraft type training is not covered by a single course, it shall be ensured
prior to the type rating endorsement that the content and length of the courses fully satisfy the
scope of the licence category and that the interface areas have been appropriately addressed.
Aircraft type training may be subdivided in airframe and/or power plant and /or avionics
/electrical systems type training courses as under.
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1. Airframe type training course means a type training course including all relevant aircraft
structure and electrical and mechanical systems excluding the power plant.

2. Power plant type training course means a type training course on the bare engine,
including the build-up to a quick engine change unit.

3. The interface of the engine/airframe systems should be addressed by either airframe or

power plant type training course. In some cases, such as for general aviation, it may be
more appropriate to cover the interface during the airframe course due to the large
variety of aircraft that can have the same engine type installed.

4. Avionics/electrical systems type training course means type training on avionics and
electrical systems covered by but not necessarily limited to ATA Chapters 22, 23, 24, 25,
27, 31, 33, 34, 42, 44, 45, 46, 73 and 77 or equivalent.
iii. In the case of differences training, it shall be ensured that (i) the applicant's previous
qualification, supplemented by (ii) either a course approved in accordance with CAR -147 or a
course directly approved by the DGCA, are acceptable for type rating endorsement.
iv. Compliance with the practical elements shall be demonstrated (i) by the provision of detailed
practical training records or a logbook provided by a maintenance organisation appropriately
approved in accordance with CAR 145 or, where available, (ii) by a training certificate covering
the practical training element issued by a maintenance training organisation appropriately
approved in accordance with CAR-147.
66.B.120 Procedure for the renewal of an aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence validity
(a) An application for renewal a licence is made online as per DGCA CA Form 19-03 by the applicant to
the respective regional / sub-regional office through their allotted e-GCA login id on ‘AME CAR-66
license- Renewal’ service. After submission of application by the applicant, the same e-application ID
will be available under the dash-board of DAW/ DDAW/ Head of the AWD. On receipt of application
DAW/ DDAW/ Head of the AWD may approve / reject the request or may forward it to any officer within
hierarchy.
(b) On receipt of the e-application it will be checked by the respective Regional or Sub Regional Office
for completeness, including the required uploaded supporting documents. Applicants working
overseas may send their application for renewal of a license to the respective regional office having
jurisdiction over the area in which the applicant’s permanent residence is located or any office with
an explicit written request made 30 days in advance.
(c) The DGCA will also compare the applicant’s aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence with the DGCA
records and verify if any pending revocation, suspension or change action pursuant to Subpart F
(66.B.500).
(d) If the DGCA records are different from the aircraft maintenance licence held by the licence holder:
i) the DGCA will investigate the reasons for such differences and may choose not to renew the
aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence;
ii) the DGCA will inform the licence holder and any known maintenance organisation approved
in accordance with CAR M Subpart F or CAR 145 that may be directly affected of such fact
and provide a written communication regarding the decision taken and reasons thereof;
iii) the DGCA will, if necessary, take action in accordance with Subpart F (66.B.500) to revoke,
suspend or change the licence in question.
(e) An application to renew a licence that has expired will be accepted for up to four years after the date of
expiry of the licence. The applicant is required to submit certified evidence of 6 months actual relevant
aircraft experience within the 24 months prior to their application and he has not exercised the
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privileges of his licence during this period. In case, the privileges have been exercised, necessary
enforcement action shall be initiated. Such licence shall be considered for renewal only after
enforcement action is complete. In case the applicant does not meet minimum 6 months experience
criteria, he should be advised to apply for renewal after acquiring 6 month maintenance experience.
Licences expired for more than four years will not be renewed and applicants will need to meet all of
the applicable requirements for the issue of a licence in accordance with CAR-66.A.25, 66.A.33,
66.A.35 and 66.A.30.
(f) When satisfied that the applicant meets the requirements for licence renewal as required by CAR-66,
the DGCA Headquarters, Regional or Sub Regional Office as applicable, shall renew the aircraft
maintenance engineer’s licence for a period of five years. A copy of old and renewed licence (if
delivered off-line) is retained on file at the DGCA Headquarters and respective Regional or Sub
Regional Office as applicable.
Note:-
1. The regional offices / DGCA Hqrs should not carry out any investigation with regard to the licence
holder’s current aircraft maintenance experience and validity of refresher training, as this is not a
condition for the renewal of a licence. Ensuring the continued validity of the certification privileges is
the responsibility of the approved CAR-145/ Subpart-F maintenance organisation or the certifying staff
in accordance with M.A.801(b)2. For the purpose of ensuring the continued validity of the certification
privileges the regional offices may, when periodically reviewing the organisations in accordance with
145.B.30 or M.B.604, or during on-the-spot checks, request the licence holder to provide documentary
evidence of compliance with 66.A.20 (b) when exercising certification privileges.
Procedure for the issue of a duplicate aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence.
(a) Application online as per CA 19-05 form for issue of duplicate licence made by the applicant to DAW
Headquarters through their allotted e-GCA login id on ‘AME CAR-66 license- Duplicate’ service along
with a mutilated original licence or FIR lodged with the local police in case the licence is lost, photo
copy of the licence and applicable fees should be processed as under. After submission of application
by the applicant, the same e-application ID will be available under the dash-board of DAW/ DDAW/
Head of the AWD. On receipt of application DAW/ DDAW/ Head of the AWD may approve / reject the
request or may forward it to any officer within hierarchy.
Note: Circumstances under which no fees need be paid:
1. Where there is no space left in the licence, already issued, for making additional entries.
2. Where the licence is more than ten years old and on account of normal wear and tear it is no longer
legible.
3. Where a licence sent by an Airworthiness Office/Office of the Director General of Civil Aviation is lost
in transit.
(b) On receipt of the e-application it will be checked by the designated Airworthiness Directorate officer in
DGCA Headquarters for completeness, including the required supporting documents.
(c) The designated officer should compare it with the digital scanned copy / original / copy provided by
the licence holder and the one held at Headquarters/Regional/Sub regional office. Difference if any
noted should be investigated and resolved prior to further processing the application. The noted
difference should immediately be communicated to the licence holder and organisation in which the
AME is employed.
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(d) When satisfied that all of the particulars of the licence matches with the records held at DGCA, a
duplicate licence valid for the period remaining before its expiry should be issued with an endorsement
on all pages. A copy of old and duplicate licence is retained on file at the DGCA Headquarters.

66.B.125. Procedure for the conversion of licences including group ratings

(a) Individual aircraft type ratings already endorsed on the aircraft maintenance licence will remain on the
licence and should not be converted to new ratings unless the licence holder meets the CAR 66.A.45
requirements wholly in respect a particular group / sub-group ratings
i. To become eligible for an endorsement of manufacturer sub-group ratings for category B1 and
C licence, the AME licence holder is required to comply with the aircraft type rating
requirements of at least two aircraft types of the same manufacturer which combined are
representative of the applicable manufacturer sub-group;
ii. The endorsement of full sub-group ratings for category B1 and C licence holders requires
complying with the aircraft type rating requirements of at least three aircraft types from different
manufacturers which combined are representative of the applicable sub-group;
iii. The endorsement of manufacturer sub-groups and full sub-group ratings for category B2 licence
holders requires demonstration of practical experience which shall include a representative
cross section of maintenance activities relevant to the licence category and to the applicable
aircraft sub-group.
iv. The endorsement of the full group 3 rating for category A, B1, B2 and C licence holders requires
demonstration of practical experience, which shall include a representative cross section of
maintenance activities relevant to the licence category and to the group 3.
(b) The conversion should be performed in accordance with the following conversion process
1. for category B1 or C:
 helicopter piston engine, full group: converted to ‘full sub-group 2c’ plus the aircraft
type ratings for those single piston engine helicopters which are in group 1,

Type Endorsed Full Group Rating ( as appears on licence)

Robinson R 22 + Enstrom F-28 + Group – Helicopters single piston engine.

Schwizer 269

 helicopter piston engine, manufacturer group: converted to the corresponding

‘manufacturer sub- group 2c’ plus the aircraft type ratings for those single piston
engine helicopters of that manufacturer which are in group 1,
 helicopter turbine engine, full group: converted to ‘full sub-group 2b’ plus the
aircraft type ratings for those single turbine engine helicopters which are in group 1,

Type Endorsed Full Group Rating ( as appears on licence)

Airbus AS 350 + Agusta A 119 + Group – Helicopters single turbine

Robinson R 66 engine.
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 helicopter turbine engine, manufacturer group: converted to the corresponding

‘manufacturer sub- group 2b’ plus the aircraft type ratings for those single turbine
engine helicopters of that manufacturer which are in group 1,

Type Endorsed Full Group Rating ( as appears on licence)

Airbus Helicopter AS 350 + Airbus Helicopters– Helicopters single turbine

Airbus Helicopter EC engine.
130

 aeroplane single piston engine — metal structure, either full group or manufacturer
group: converted to ‘full group 3’. For the B1 licence the following limitations shall
be included: composite structure aeroplanes, wooden structure aeroplanes and
metal tubing and fabric aeroplanes,

Type Endorsed Full Group Rating ( as appears on licence)

Piper PA 22+ Piper PA 38 Piper-Aeroplane Single piston engine – metal
structure
Beech 33 + Piper PA 22 + Group -Aeroplane single piston engine – metal
Cessna C 175 structure

 aeroplane multiple piston engines — metal structure, either full group or

manufacturer group: converted to ‘full group 3’. For the B1 licence the following
limitations shall be included: composite structure aeroplanes, wooden structure
aeroplanes and metal tubing and fabric aeroplanes,

Type Endorsed Full Group Rating ( as appears on licence)

Cessna -310 + PA-34 Group- Aeroplane-Multiple Piston Engine -

+ Observer P-68 Metal

 aeroplane single piston engine — wooden structure, either full group or

manufacturer group: converted to ‘full group 3’. For the B1 licence the following
limitations shall be included: metal structure aeroplanes, composite structure
aeroplanes and metal tubing and fabric aeroplanes,
 aeroplane multiple piston engine — wooden structure, either full group or
manufacturer group: converted to ‘full group 3’. For the B1 licence the following
limitations shall be included: metal structure aeroplanes, composite structure
aeroplanes and metal tubing and fabric aeroplanes,
 aeroplane single piston engine — composite structure, either full group or
manufacturer group: converted to ‘full group 3’. For the B1 licence the following
limitations shall be included: metal structure aeroplanes, wooden structure
aeroplanes and metal tubing and fabric aeroplanes,
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Type Endorsed Full Group Rating ( as appears on licence)

Diamond DA-40 + Sirrus SR 20/22 Group- Aeroplane-Single Piston Engine -

+ Hansa 3 Composite
 aeroplane multiple piston engine — composite structure, either full group or
manufacturer group: converted to ‘full group 3’. For the B1 licence the following
limitations shall be included: metal structure aeroplanes, wooden structure
aeroplanes and metal tubing and fabric aeroplanes,
2. for category B2:
 aeroplane: converted to ‘full sub-group 2a’ and ‘full group 3’, plus the aircraft type
ratings for those aeroplanes which did not require an aircraft type rating in the
previous system and are in group 1,
 helicopter: converted to ‘full sub-groups 2b and 2c’, plus the aircraft type ratings for
those helicopters which did not require an aircraft type rating in the previous system
and are in group 1;
3. for category C:
 aeroplane: converted to ‘full sub-group 2a’ and ‘full group 3’, plus the aircraft type
ratings for those aeroplanes which did not require an aircraft type rating in the
previous system and are in group 1,
 helicopter: converted to ‘full sub-groups 2b and 2c’, plus the aircraft type ratings for
those helicopters which did not require an aircraft type rating in the previous system
and are in group 1.
(c) If the licence was subject to limitations following the conversion process referred to in point 66.A.70,
these limitations shall remain on the licence, and unless they are removed under the conditions
defined in the relevant conversion report referred to in point 66.B.300.
66.B.130 Procedure for the direct approval of aircraft type training.
The Regional offices may approve aircraft type training not conducted by a maintenance training
organisation approved in accordance with CAR-147, pursuant to point 1 of Appendix III to CAR-66. In
such case the regional offices shall follow the process stated below to ensure the aircraft type training
complies with Appendix III of CAR-66.
1. Application
For the direct approval of type training courses by the DGCA, regional offices shall
ensure that at least the following are submitted / described by the organisation providing
the training:
i. Application on Form -12 (CAR-147, Appendix-IV).
ii. Regulatory authority approval (if held) along with MTOE.
iii. In case, the organization providing the theoretical type training is not approved / or if the training
is to be conducted off-site, a detailed procedures describing how the type training shall be
delivered.
iv. The i) course content, ii) the duration of the theoretical and/or practical elements iii) a document
to substantiate and demonstrate that course content meets the requirements of Appendix III to
CAR-66 and iv) the Training Need Analysis (TNA);
v. The teaching methods and instructional equipment;
vi. The material and documentation provided to the student;
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vii. The qualification and credentials of instructors, examiners and/or assessors, as applicable;
viii. The examination and/or assessment procedure, as applicable. Further guidance about the
assessment and the designated assessors with regard to Appendix III to AMC to CAR-66;
ix. CAR 145 approval with inclusion of relevant aircraft type for conducting the practical elements of
training along with evidence of availability of the specific aircraft type for the proposed training
dates.
x. Working arrangements if any made with organization appropriately approved in accordance
with CAR 145 with date wise details of aircraft availability, location, practical training instructor,
tasks to be performed, assigned man-hour, time, work order issued by CAMO with respect to
all practical tasks to be performed in accordance with Appendix-III of CAR 66 and re-certification
of aircraft.
xi. Fee as per Rule.
xii. The documentation and records to be provided to the student to justify the satisfactory
completion of the training course and related examination / assessment. This should include not
only a certificate of completion but enough documentation and records to justify that the content
and duration approved has been met and that the examination / assessment has been
successfully passed

2. Grant of approval
2.1 Upon receipt of the application along with above document and requisite fee, the
nominated official not below the level of DDAW at Regional office shall review the
documents to ensure that the proposed course meets the course curriculum and
standard as per Appendix III of CAR 66.
2.2 Discrepancies if any noted should be recorded and communicated to the
organisation in writing.
2.3 Organisations found to have necessary infrastructure and meeting the training
standard should be granted approval for a limited period to complete the training
programme by the regional office. It should be ensured that the practical training is
completed within three months of completion of theoretical training.
2.4 The approved training organisation shall forward a copy of result and assessment
report in respect of each trainee to the DGCA.
2.5 The records of training shall be retained for a period specified in the training manual
and be made available to DGCA as and when required.

3. Monitoring

3.1 The performance of the approved course conducted by the maintenance organisation/
operator in India shall be monitored by the local airworthiness office. The examination and
assessment shall be conducted with the association of local airworthiness office.
3.2 The above criteria apply to a full course as well as to a partial course such as the practical
element of a type training course and its assessment.
3.3 The direct approval of aircraft type training should be done on a case-by-case basis and should
not be granted for long-term periods, since it is not a privilege of the organisation providing
the training.
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SUB PART –D
CONVERSION OF CERTIFYING STAFF QUALIFICATIONS
This Subpart provides the procedures for the conversion of certifying staff qualifications referred
to in point 66.A.70 of CAR-66 to an aircraft maintenance licences
66.B.300 General
(a) The DGCA aircraft maintenance licence conversion process is developed in accordance with the
provisions of CAR-66.A.70. The purpose of this is to enable holders of Indian aircraft maintenance
engineer’s licences issued prior to the implementation of CAR-66, to get a licence issued in
accordance with a CAR-66 licence. Where applicable, the DGCA will include technical limitations on
the CAR-66 licence for those applicants whose qualification credential / licence does not meet the full
requirements of CAR-66 at the time of conversion.
The DGCA will only give credits to the examinations and tests passed prior to the
implementation of CAR-66
(b) The conversion should be performed in accordance with paragraph 66.B.305 and associated
procedures
66.B.305 Conversion report for AME Licence issued in accordance with CAR Section 2 Series L (pre
CAR-66 AME licence)
(a) The conversion report of certifying staff qualifications should describe the scope of each type of
qualification, including the associated pre CAR-66 AME licence, if any and the associated privileges.
(b) The conversion report shall show for each type of qualification referred to in point (a):
1. to which aircraft maintenance licence it will be converted; and
2. which limitations shall be added in accordance with points 66.A.70(c) or (d), as applicable; and
3. the conditions to remove the limitations, specifying the module / subjects on which examination is
needed to remove the limitations and obtain a full aircraft maintenance licence, or to include an
additional sub- category. This should include the modules defined in Appendix III to CAR-66 and
not covered by the CAR Section 2 Series L.

Note:- As conversions performed on the basis of 66.A.70(d) are aimed to maintain the privileges of the pre-
existing type ratings, the limitations introduced on the CAR-66 licence are not linked to possible
differences between the scope of the AME licence and the scope of the CAR-66 licence qualification.
This conversion does not include such comparison.
This means that, in order to remove such limitations, full compliance with the conditions of
CAR-66 needs to be demonstrated

(c) Procedure for Conversion of type rated AME Licence issued in accordance with CAR Section
2 Series L
1. An application may be made by holders of a type rated AME licence on CA Form 19-04 with
necessary enclosures to DGCA with a request to issue a AME licence issued in accordance with
CAR-66. On receipt of the CA Form 19-04 it will be assessed by designated officials of
Airworthiness Directorate for completeness including the required supporting documentation for
conversion of their AME licence to a CAR-66 AME licence. No fee will be charged for conversion
of old licences into new CAR-66 format.
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2. CAR-66.A.70 provides for conversion of an existing Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Licence into
a CAR-66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence (CAR-66 AME licence) The conversion process
will confer the privileges exercised by an AME Licence holder prior to the introduction of CAR-66.
3. All existing Type rated AME Licences shall be converted into either full or restricted CAR-66 AME
Licence depending upon the type ratings already endorsed on these licences as detailed in Table
3.
4. Knowledge Examination Modules that are required to be covered to meet the requirements of
CAR-66 AME Licence are given in “Table-1” below in respect of Category A, B1 and B2.
5. Table 4 establish the credits that can be claimed by the holders of Basic Aircraft Maintenance
Engineer’s Licence / Basic Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Certificate issued in the past.
6. Applicants requesting to convert their AME licence to a CAR-66 Licence shall meet the
requirements specified in the corresponding “Table 3”.
7. Where an applicant does not meet the full requirements of “Table 1” or “Table 3” below, the
converted Licence would be issued with “Limitation(s)”.
8. The limitation(s) shall be removed after the applicant has fully met the requirements of Knowledge
Examination, Experience, Training and Skill Test pertaining to the imposed limitation(s).
9. To remove limitations imposed on CAR-66 licence, where an existing AME licence does not
directly convert to a full CAR-66 Category / sub-category licence, the relevant conversion module
examinations must be passed and appropriate experience requirements as in Appendix II to AMC
of CAR-66 are met. Applications to remove limitations on a basic Category/ sub-category must
cover all the limitations. Basic Knowledge Modules / sub-modules required to be completed for
removing these limitation(s) are specified in Column 5 of “Table 3”. Codes pertaining to Limitations
endorsed on the converted Licences are detailed in “Table 2”.
10. To receive full certification privileges exercised by the AME prior to the CAR-66 coming into force,
the applicants are required to provide complete details of type endorsement held and privileges
exercised by them in the application form along with supporting documental evidence.
11. Categories / Ratings held on the existing Licences will be transferred with or without limitation
under appropriate category or Section XIV (a) of the CAR-66 licence.
12. Endorsements of Type Ratings in existing “A”, “B”, ”D” and “X” Category of Licences covering
Gliders, Balloons, Aircraft, Engine, Propeller and items of equipment that are not covered by CAR-
66, shall also be transferred to Section XIV(a) of the “CAR-66 AME licence”. However, in order to
exercise the privileges to issue CRS, ratings would, need to be transferred to Section XII / XIII of
AME licence in appropriate category.
13. Licences with open rating shall be converted with appropriate group rating provided the holder of
such licence produces suitable evidence of having exercised the licence privileges on various
aircraft types. Otherwise, the open rated AME licence will be converted to a CAR-66 licence
conferring the privileges exercised by the AME in the past on specific aircraft.
14. Endorsements of Type Ratings in respect of obsolete types of aircraft shall also be recorded in
Section XIV (a) of new Licence indicating that the holder had these Type Ratings endorsed in his
earlier Licence.
15. Cut-off date for conversion of the existing Licences is 31st December 2021. All existing Licence
holders will continue to exercise the privileges of old Licences until this cutoff date, after which
they will cease to hold the privileges unless converted into CAR- 66 AME LICENCE. However,
there is no time limit for removal of limitations on converted Licences.
16. Once an AME Licence is converted into a CAR-66 AME Licence, the previously held AME Licence
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will be rendered invalid.

17. If an application does not meet the requirements for conversion to CAR-66 the application will be
rejected by the DGCA and the details of discrepancies should be communicated to the applicant
in writing.
18. When satisfied that the applicant meets the requirements for conversion specified in CAR-66 the
DGCA shall issue the CAR-66 aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence to the applicant. All
information pertaining to the application is retained on file in DGCA Headquarters, Airworthiness
Directorate. The applicant should review the CAR-66 aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence on
its receipt and raise any query or bring out anomaly if any noted relating to the conversion process
to the notice of Airworthiness Directorate in DGCA Headquarters within one month of receipt.
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SUBPART E
EXAMINATION CREDITS
This Subpart provides the procedures for granting examination credits referred to in
point66.A.25(c).
66. B.400 General
(a) DGCA may grant credit on the basis of a credit report prepared in accordance with 66.B.405.
(b) The credit report shall be developed by DGCA to ensure compliance with CAR-66.
(c) Credit reports together with any change of these shall be dated and kept on record by the DGCA in
accordance with point 66.B.20.
66. B.405 Examination credit report
(a) The credit report shall include a comparison between:
i) The modules, sub-modules, subjects and knowledge levels contained in Appendix I to this CAR-
66, as applicable; and
ii) The syllabus of the technical qualification concerned relevant to the particular category being
sought. This comparison should state if compliance is demonstrated and contain the justifications
for each statement.
(b) Reserved
(c) No credit can be granted unless there is a statement of compliance against each module and sub-
module, stating where, in the technical qualification, the equivalent standard can be found.
(d) DGCA shall check on a regular basis whether (i) the erstwhile qualification standard or (ii) Appendix I
to CAR-66 have changed and assess if changes to the credit report are consequently required. Such
changes shall be documented, dated and recorded.
66. B.410 Examination credit validity
(a) The DGCA shall notify to the applicant in writing any credits granted together with the reference to the
credit report used.
(b) Credits for basic knowledge examination shall expire 10 years after they are granted in case CAR 66
AME Licence is not issued.
(c) Upon expiry of the credits, the applicant may apply for new credits. The competent authority shall
continue the validity of the credits may continue for an additional period of 10 years without further
consideration if basic knowledge requirements defined in Appendix I to this CAR-66 have not been
changed.
(d) Credits for paper 1, 2 and 3 of erstwhile AME Licence examination
Credit shall be given to an applicant who has passed basic knowledge examination papers 1, 2 and 3
of the erstwhile AME Licence qualifying system as indicated in Table 4.
(e) Credit for Type Training/ Type Examination
An applicant who has passed the requisite knowledge examination papers, Type Training /Type
Examination prior to 1st January, 2017, shall be eligible for CAR-66 AME Licence. The applicant will
need to provide evidence of his pass and completion of practical training at the time of application.
66.B.410 Examination credit validity
In the case of credits expired in accordance with 66.A.25(d) and 66.B.410(b), the new application for
credits will lead to a reassessment in accordance with 66.B.405 and 66.B.410 only in those cases
where the requirements contained in Appendix I to CAR-66 have changed. This may lead to a
requirement for further examinations on particular modules / sub-modules / subjects
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TABLE -1
REQUIREMENTS FOR ISSUE OF CAR 66 LICENSE

E EXPERIENCE
MAINTENANC
PRACTICAL
BASIC KNOWLEDGE EXAMINATION

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

MODULES

TYPE
CATEGORY

OJT
3 4 5 6 7A 7B 8 9A 9B 10 11 11 11 12 13 14 15 16 17A 17B
A B C
A1 AEROPL X X X X X X X X X X
ANES 3 YEARS
TURBINES /2YEARS
A2 AEROPL AS PER
A X X X X X X X X X X PARA
ANES
PISTON (A)(1)
A3 HELICOPT X X X X X X X X X OF CAR
ERS 66.A.30

N/A
TURBINES
A4 HELICOPT
ERS X X X X X X X X X
PISTON
B1. AEROPLA REF:
2 NES X X X X X X X X X X X CAR66
PISTON APPE
B B1. HELICOPT NDIX
1 4 ERS X X X X X X X X X X III/.
PISTON
CAR
B1. AEROPLA X X X X X X X X X X X 5 YEARS/ 66

YES
1 NES 4YEARS AMC
TURBINES AS PER APPE
B1. HELICOPT X X X X X X X X X X PARA(A) NDIX
3 ERS (2) OF
TURBINES
CAR
AVIONIC X X X X X X X X X X 66.A.30
B2
PISTON 3 YEARS/
ENGINE 2YEARS
X X X X X X X X X X X
B3 NON AS PER
PRESSURI PARA
SEAEROP
(A)(1) OF
LANE 2000
KG MTOW CAR
AND 66.A.30
BELOW
C 5 YEARS N
/3 YEARS /
AS PER
------------------------- PARA (A) A
(3) OF
CAR
66.A.30
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** For Large Aircraft

(a) 3 years of experience in exercising category B1.1 or B1.3 or B2 privileges on Large Aircraft or as CAR
145 B1.1, B1.3 OR B2 support staff, or, a combination of both OR
(b) 5 years of experience in exercising B1.2 or B1.4 privileges on Large Aircraft or as CAR 145 B1.2 or
B1.4 support staff, or, a combination of both.
For Non Large Aircraft
3 years of experience category B1 or B2 privileges on Non Large Aircraft or as CAR 145 B1 or B2
support staff, or a combination of both.

Note: 12 months of Recent Experience as B1 or B2 Base Maintenance support staff.

Note: Details of modular papers relevant to the sub category of licence is detailed in Appendix 1 and
details of modular papers required to be passed by existing BAMEL/BAMEC holder to acquire
category B is detailed in Appendix 2.
Conversion of AME Licences issued in accordance with CAR Section 2 Series ‘L’ to CAR- 66 Licences
The tables below have been established to take account of the subjects covered by the basic
knowledge examinations conducted by the DGCA. The subjects and the syllabus have been
compared with the modular syllabus of CAR 66 to identify the common elements. Where not all of the
subjects have been covered, limitations will be included to the converted licence.

Limitations codes applicable to a converted licence Table 2

Code Limitation code and restriction on the certification privilege of the
No converted licence
1 Excluding airframe depending upon category/sub-category of licence (Refer
Table 3)
2 Excluding engine depending upon category/sub-category of licence (Refer
Table 3)
3 Excluding electrical power generation & distribution systems.
4 Excluding instrument systems, INS/IRS and Flight Directors systems,
autopilot systems on aeroplanes/helicopters, automatic landing and auto
throttle systems on aeroplanes
5 Excluding radio communication/navigation and radar systems.
6 Excluding electrical power generation & distribution systems on aircraft above
5700 Kgs
7 Excluding avionic line replaceable units
8 Excluding avionic line replaceable units on aircraft above 5700 Kgs

Limitations may be applied singly or in combination. Endorsement of the ‘Limitation Code’ on a CAR-
66 Converted Licence implies that, the holder is not authorized to exercise the privileges of the licence
on specific system denoted (in the 3rd column of Table 3)by the ‘Limitation Code’ of the particular
type of aircraft.
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Table 3 Conversion and Limitations

Module or sub Qpref

module to be to be
Pre – CAR-66 Limitatio
Limitation(s) passed to passed
CAR 66 license n code
license remove CAR-
66 license
limitations/
1. Cat B1.1 3 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 11.5, 0400
“A” & “C” power generation & 11.6, 11.14, and
(Heavy distribution systems. 11.19, 11.20 & 1121
aircraft &
jet 11.21 OF 11A
engine-
aeroplan 7 Excluding avionic 5 (ALL) 0510
e) line replaceable units

2. Cat “A” B1.1 1 11A (ALL) 1120

Excluding airframe
& “C”
(Light on aircraft above
aircraft & 5700 kg
jet engine) 6 4 (ALL) and 11.5, 0400
Excluding electrical
power generation & 11.6, 11.14, and
distribution systems 11.19, 11.20 & 1121
on 11.21 OF 11A
aircraft above 5700 kg
8 Excluding avionic line 5 (ALL), 0510
replaceable units on
aircraft above 5700
kg

3. Cat “A” B1.1 2 Excluding engine. 15 (ALL) & 1510

(Heavy 17 (ALL) and
aircraft-
1710
aeroplan
e) Excluding electrical
3 4 (ALL) and 11.5, 0400
power generation & 11.6, 11.14, and
distribution systems 11.19, 11.20 & 1121
11.21 OF 11A

7 Excluding avionic 5 (ALL) 0510

line replaceable units
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Module or sub Qpref to

module to be be
Pre – CAR CAR-66 Limitation passed to passed
66 license Limitation(s)
license code remove CAR-66
license
limitations/
4. Cat “C” (Jet B1.1 1 Excluding airframe. 11A (ALL) 1120
engine
-
aeroplane) 3 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 11.5,
power generation & 11.6, 11.14, 0400
distribution systems 11.19, 11.20 & and
11.21 OF 11A5 1121
Excluding avionic line
7
replaceable units (ALL)
0510

5. Cat “A” & B1.2 6 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 11.5, 0400
“C” (Light power generation & 11.6 & 11.14 OF and
aircraft &
distribution systems on 11B. 1131
piston
engine - aircraft above 5700 kg
aeroplane)
8 Excluding avionic line 5 (ALL) 0520
replaceable units on
aircraft above 5700 kg
6. Cat “A” B1.2 2 Excluding engine 16 (ALL), & 17A 1610 &
(light (ALL) 1710
aircraft -
aeroplane)
6 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 11.5, 0400
power generation & 11.6 & 11.14 of and
distribution systems on 11B 1131
aircraft above 5700 kg

8 Excluding avionic line 5(ALL) 0520

replaceable units on
aircraft above 5700 kg
7. Cat “C” B1.2 1 Excluding airframe 11B (ALL) 1130
(Piston
engine - 3 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 11.5, 0400 and
aeroplane) power generation & 11.6 & 11.14 OF 1131
distribution systems 11B
7 Excluding avionic line 5 (ALL) 0520
replaceable units.
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Module or sub Qpref to

module to be be
Pre – CAR CAR-66 Limitation passed to passed
66 license Limitation(s)
license code remove CAR-66
license
limitations/
8. Cat “A” & B1.3 6 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 12.7, 0400 and
“C” power generation & 12.8, 12.15, 1211
(Helicopte
distribution systems on 12.17, 12.18 &
r & jet
aircraft above 5700 kg 12.19 of 12
engine)

8 Excluding avionic line 5 (ALL) 0510

replaceable units on
aircraft above 5700 kg

9. Cat “A” B1.3 2 Excluding engine 15 (ALL) 1510

(Helicopter)
6 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and12.7, 0400 and
power generation & 12.8, 12.15, 1211
distribution systems on 12.17, 12.18 &
aircraft above 5700 kg 12.19 of 12

8 Excluding avionic line 5 (ALL) 0510

replaceable units on
aircraft above 5700 kg
10. Cat “C” B1.3 1 Excluding airframe 12 (ALL) 1210
(Jet engine
- Excluding electrical
helicopter) 3 power generation & 4 (ALL) and 12.7, 0400 and
distribution systems. 12.8, 12.15, 1211
12.17, 12.18 &
12.19 of 125
7 Excluding avionic line (ALL) 0510
replaceable units.
11. Cat “A”& B1.4 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 12.7, 0400 and
6
“C” power generation & 12.8, 12.15, 1211
(Helicopte distribution systems on 12.17, 12.18 &
r & piston aircraft above 5700 kg 12.19 of 12
engine)
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Module or sub Qpref to

module to be be
Pre – CAR CAR-66 Limitation passed to passed
66 license Limitation(s)
license code remove CAR-66
license
limitations/

Excluding avionic line

replaceable units on 5 (ALL) 0520
8
aircraft above 5700 kg
12. Cat “A” B1.4 2 Excluding engine 16 (ALL) 1610
(Helicopter)
6 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 12.7, 0400 and
power generation & 12.8, 12.15, 1211
distribution systems on 12.17, 12.18 &
aircraft above 5700 kg 12.19 of 125

(ALL) 0520
8 Excluding avionic line
replaceable units on
aircraft above 5700 kg
13. Cat “C” B1.4 1 Excluding airframe 12 (ALL) 1210
(Piston
engine - 3 Excluding electrical 4 (ALL) and 12.7, 0400
helicopter) power generation & 12.8, 12.15, and 1211
distribution systems 12.17, 12.18 &
12.19 of 12

7 Excluding avionic line 5 (ALL) 0520

replaceable units.
14. Cat. “V” B2 NIL NIL NIL NIL
(avionics)
/ “E, I, R”
(electrical,
instrument
& radio) (see
note 1 of
table 3)

15. Cat “E” B2 4 Excluding instrument

13,3, 13.7, & 13.8 1302
(Electrical) systems, ins/irs and
and 14 (ALL) and 1400
flight directors systems,
 See autopilot systems on
note 1 of aeroplanes/ helicopters,
table 3 automatic landing and
auto throttle systems on
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Module or sub Qpref to

module to be be
Pre – CAR CAR-66 Limitation passed to passed
66 license Limitation(s)
license code remove CAR-66
license
limitations/
aeroplanes.

13.4 & 13.6 of 13 1303

5 Excluding radio
communication/
navigation and radar
systems.
16. Cat “I” B2 3 Excluding electrical 13.5 & 13.9 of 13 1301
(Instrume power generation &
nt) distribution systems.

Excluding radio 13.4 & 13.6 of 13 1303

5 communication/
navigation and radar
systems.
17. Cat“R” B2 3 Excluding electrical 13.5 & 13.9 of 13 1301
(Radio power generation &
navigation) distribution systems.

4 Excluding instrument 13.3, 13.7 & 13.8 1302

systems, ins/irs and of 13 and 14 and
flight directors systems, (ALL) 1400
autopilot systems on
aeroplanes/ helicopters,
automatic landing and
auto throttle systems on
aeroplanes.
18. Cat “E & B2 5 Excluding radio 13.4 & 13.6 of 13 1303
I” communication/
(Electrical& navigation and radar
Instrument)
systems.
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Module or sub Qpref to

module to be be
Pre – CAR CAR-66 Limitation passed to passed
66 license Limitation(s)
license code remove CAR-66
license
limitations/
19. Cat “E & B2 4 Excluding instrument 13.3, 13.7 & 13.8 1302
R” systems, ins/irs and of 13 and 14 and
(electrical & flight directors systems, (ALL) 1400
radio autopilot systems on
navigation) aeroplanes/ helicopters,
automatic landing and
auto throttle systems on
aeroplanes.
20. Cat “I & B2 3 Excluding electrical 13.5 & 13.9 of 13 1301
R” (instrume power generation &
nt & radio distribution systems.
navigation)

Notes applicable to Table 3

1. Category V & Cat E Licence holder who are certifying electrical systems related to airframe
and engine presently on aircraft above 5700 Kg AUW will continue to do so under the
privileges of Category B2 Licence holders.
2. Table 3 provides a matrix for most of the categories of licences issued by the DGCA. Any
questions relating to the conversion of licences that do not appear in Table 3 should be
referred to the DGCA for assessments and resolution.
3. Where the column 3 & 4 limitation excludes “Engines”, this includes the associated systems.
4. Where the column 3 & 4 limitation excludes “Airframe”, this includes the associated systems.
Removal of limitations from a licence
Table 3 column 5 shows the basic knowledge requirement examinations that must be
passed to satisfy the theoretical element for removing a limitation. The examination will
comprise the subjects of the modules or sub-modules as specified in table 3 and Appendix
1 to CAR-66. The applicant will also be required to provide evidence that they meet the
appropriate experience requirements relating to the subjects of the modules or sub-
modules as specified in the table 3 and Appendix 1 to CAR-66.
In addition to passing the relevant basic knowledge examination, limitations on a type rating
can only be removed by completing an approved conversion course covering the
differences or a full B1 or B2 type course as appropriate. This training must be conducted
by an organisation approved by the DGCA. The type training is to be supplemented by type
experience covering the differences. The additional experience will typically be 6 months
appropriate to the basic category or sub-category which are not covered on the converted
licence. The experience requirement to remove the engine and airframe limitations from a
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converted Category “V” or “E” licence will be 1 year.

It should be noted that conversion to the full CAR-66 licence standard is optional.
Notes: -
 11.6 is related to Electrical power generation & distribution, it covers Capacitance/Capacitor,
Magnetism , Inductance/Inductor , DC Motor/Generator Theory , AC Theory , Resistive (R),
Capacitive (C) and Inductive (L) Circuits , Transformers , Filters , AC Generators , AC Motors
of Level-3 knowledge it will covers 11.6 in place 3.9 to 3.18.
 Module 14 has been considered to be covered by license B2.
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TABLE 4 - CREDITS FOR PAPER 1, 2 & 3

MODULES DEEMED COVERED

PAPER
PASSED
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11A 11B 11C 12 13 14 15 16 17

1 9 ,10 X X

2 3,6,7,8, X X X X

1, 2 3,6,7,8,9,10 X X X X X X

X
11.5,
3,6,7,8,9,10, 11.6,
HA X X X X X X
11A 11.14
11.19,
11.20,
11.21
X X
3,6,7,8,9,10,
LA X X X X X X 11.5, 11.5,
11B 11.6, 11.6 &
11.14 11.14

3,6,7,8, 9, 10, X 12.7,

RA X X X X X 12.8,
12
12.15
12.17
12.18
1+2+3 12.19
JE 3,6,7,8, 9,10, X X X X X X X X
15, 17
PE 3,6,7,8, 9,10, X X X X X X X X
16, 17
X
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13.5,
ES
9, 10, 13.5, X X X X X X X X 13.9
13.9

X
3,4,5,6,7,8, 13.3,
IS X X X X X X X X X
9,10,13.3, 13.7,
13.7,13.8 13.8

X
RN 3,4,5,6,7,9,8, X X X X X X X X 13.4,
9,10,13.4,13.6 13.6

Modules deemed Covered X

Modules to be covered
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BAMEC/BAMEL holders are required to clear the following additional modules for issuance of a category A
AME Licence

TABLE 5 MATRIX FOR BAMEL/BAMEEC HOLDERS TO AQUIRE CATEGORY-A LICENSE

PRE-CAR 66 CAR-66 Additional requirements Module or sub module QPREF to

BAMEL Licens to be fulfilled to acquire to be passed to be passed
holders eto be CAR-66 license complete the CAR-66
PASSED issued requirement/
Paper 1 & 2
1.(HA)+(CT) A1 Turbine aeroplane 11.5,11.6,11.14, 1101
aerodynamics, structures 11.19, 11.20 & 11.21 of
and Systems 11A
Digital techniques 5(All) 0500
electronic instrument
Systems
2.(LA)+(CT) A1 Turbine aeroplane 11A (All) 1100
aerodynamics, structures
and Systems
Digital techniques 5 (All) 0500
electronic instrument
Systems
3. (HA) A1 Gas turbine engine & 15 (All) & 17A (All) 1500
Propeller 1700
Turbine aeroplane 11.5,11.6,11.14,11.19,1 1101
aerodynamics, structures 1.20 &11.21 of 11A
and Systems
Digital techniques 5(All) 0500
electronic instrument
Systems
4. (CT) A1 Turbine aeroplane 11A (All) 1100
aerodynamics, structures
and Systems
Digital techniques 5 (All) 0500
electronic instrument
Systems

A2 Piston aeroplane 11.5, 11.6, 11.14 of 11B 1111

5.(LA)+(CP) aerodynamics, structures
and Systems
Digital techniques 5 (All) /0500 0500
electronic instrument
Systems
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PRE-CAR 66 CAR-66 Additional requirements Module or sub module QPREF to

BAMEL Licens to be fulfilled to acquire to be passed to be passed
holders eto be CAR-66 license complete the CAR-66
PASSED issued requirement/
Paper 1 & 2
6.(LA) A2 Piston engine & 16 (All) & 1600
Propeller 17A (All) 1700

Piston aeroplane 11.5, 11.6, 11.14 of 11B 1111

aerodynamics, structures
and Systems

Digital techniques 5 (All) 0500

electronic instrument
Systems

7. (CP) A2 Piston aeroplane 11B (All) 1110

aerodynamics, structures
and Systems

Digital techniques 5(All) 0500

electronic instrument
Systems

8.(AHC)+(CT) A3 Helicopter aerodynamics, 12.7, 12.8, 12.15, 12.17, 1201

structures and systems 12.18, & 12.19 of 12

Digital techniques 5(All) 0500

electronic instrument
Systems

9.(AHC) A3 Gas turbine engine 15(All) 1500

Helicopter aerodynamics, 12.7, 12.8, 12.15, 1201

structures and systems 12.17,12.18, & 12.19 of
12

Digital techniques 5(All) 0500

electronic instrument
Systems
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PRE-CAR 66 CAR-66 Additional requirements Module or sub module QPREF to

BAMEL Licens to be fulfilled to acquire to be passed to be passed
holders eto be CAR-66 license complete the CAR-66
PASSED issued requirement/
Paper 1 & 2
10.(CT) A3 Helicopter aerodynamics, 12(All) 1200
structures and systems

Digital techniques 5 (All) 0500

electronic instrument
Systems

11.(AHC)+(CP) A4 Helicopter aerodynamics, 12.7, 12.8, 12.15, 1201

structures and systems 12.17,12.18, & 12.19 of
12
Digital techniques 5(All) 0500
electronic instrument
Systems.

12.(AHC) A4 Piston engine 16(All) 1600

Helicopter aerodynamics, 12.7, 12.8, 12.15, 12.17, 1201

structures and systems 12.18, & 12.19 of 12

Digital techniques 5(All) 0500

electronic instrument
Systems Units on Aircraft
Above 5700 kg.

13.(CP) A4 Helicopter aerodynamics, 12(All)/1200 1200

structures and systems

Digital techniques 5(All) /0500 0500

electronic instrument
Systems

For issuance of Category A for persons having BAMEC in ES/IS/RN/V or a combination please refer to the
credits accorded as per Table 4 of APM chapter 17.
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SUBPART F
ENFORCEMENT ACTION
66.B.500 Revocation, suspension or limitation of the aircraft maintenance engineer’s license
Provisions for enforcement action against licence holders are made in the Aircraft Rules
1937, Rule 19. Where enforcement has been taken, the person affected has a right to appeal
under Rule 3B of the Aircraft Rules.

Authorised Officials of the DGCA may, after due enquiry and giving reasonable opportunity
of being heard, take action to suspend, cancel or vary an aircraft maintenance engineer’s
licence where DGCA has identified a safety issue or it has clear evidence that the person
has carried out or been involved in one or more of the following activities:
a) Obtaining the aircraft maintenance licence and/or the certification privileges by
falsification of submitted documentary evidence.
b) Failing to carry out requested maintenance combined with failure to report such fact
to the organisation or person who requested the maintenance.
c) Failing to carry out required maintenance resulting from own inspection combined
with failure to report such fact to the organisation or person for whom the
maintenance was intended to be carried out.
d) Negligent maintenance.
e) Falsification of the maintenance record.
f) Issuing a certificate of release to service knowing that the maintenance specified on
the certificate of release to service has not been carried out or without verifying that
such maintenance has been carried out.
g) Carrying out maintenance or issuing a certificate of release to service when
adversely affected by alcohol or drugs.
h) Issuing certificate of release to service while not in compliance with this Part
Detailed procedures be followed by Authorised Officials of the DGCA for
investigations and enforcement action are published in the Airworthiness Procedures
Manual Chapter 10.
The licence holder subject to the enquiry will be advised in writing of the
enforcement action to be taken together with the reasons for the action.
A copy of all correspondence relating to enforcement action, including reports and
other evidence, will be retained on the individual file of the licence holder and as
specified in the Airworthiness Procedures Manual Chapter 10.
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Appendix 1

Details of CAR-66 Modular Examination Papers

Sl. Module QPREF allottedby Question Paper Applicable No of Time Allowed

No No CEO Reference Number Category Multiple (Minutes)
(QPREF) Choice
Description Questions

1 3 0300 Electrical A 20 25
Fundamentals
2 3 0310 Electrical B1 & B2 52 65
Fundamentals
3 3 0340 Electrical B3 24 30
Fundamentals

4 4 0400 Electronic B1 20 25
Fundamentals

5 4 0410 Electronic B2 40 50
Fundamentals

6 4 0440 Electronic B3 8 10
Fundamentals

7 5 0500 Digital Techniques A 16 20

Electronic Instruments
Systems

0510 Digital Techniques

8 5 B1.1 &
Electronic Instruments 40 50
Systems B1.3

Digital Techniques
9 5 B1.2 &
0520 Electronic Instruments 20 25
Systems B1.4
10 5 0530 Digital Techniques B2 72 90
Electronic Instruments
Systems
11 5 0540 Digital Techniques B3 16 20
Electronic Instruments
Systems

12 6 0600 Materials And A 52 65

Hardware

13 6 0610 Materials And B1 72 90

Hardware

14 6 0620 Materials And B2 60 75

Hardware

15 6 0640 Materials And B3 60 75

Hardware
16 7A 0700 Maintenance Practices A 72 90
17 7A 0710 Maintenance Practices B1 80 100
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Details of CAR-66 Modular Examination Papers

Sl. Module QPREF allottedby Question Paper Applicable No of Time Allowed

No No CEO Reference Number Category Multiple (Minutes)
(QPREF) Choice
Description Questions

18 7A 0720 Maintenance Practices B2 60 75

19 7B 0740 Maintenance Practices B3 60 75

20 8 0800 Basic Aerodynamics A 20 25

21 8 0810 Basic Aerodynamics B1 & B2 20 25

22 8 0840 Basic Aerodynamics B3 20 25

23 9A 0900 Human Factors A 20 25

24 9A 0910 Human Factors B1 & B2 20 25

25 9B 0940 Human Factors B3 16 20

26 10 1000 Aviation Legislation A 32 40

27 10 1010 Aviation Legislation B1 & B2 40 50

28 10 1040 Aviation Legislation B3 32 40

Turbine Aeroplane
29 11A
1100 Aerodynamics, A1 108 135
Structures And
Systems

Turbine Aeroplane
30 11A 1101 A1 32 40
Aerodynamics, Structures
And Systems (For OLD
BAMEL candidates
required to PASS)

Piston Aeroplane
31 11B
1110 Aerodynamics, A2 72 90
Structures And
Systems

Piston Aeroplane
32 11B 1111 A2 20 25
Aerodynamics,
Structures And
Systems (For OLD
BAMEL candidates
required to PASS)

Turbine Aeroplane
33 11A 1120 Aerodynamics, Structuresand B1.1 140 175
Systems
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Details of CAR-66 Modular Examination Papers

Sl. Module QPREF allottedby Question Paper Applicable No of Time Allowed

No No CEO Reference Number Category Multiple (Minutes)
(QPREF) Choice
Description Questions

Turbine Aeroplane
34 11A 1121 Aerodynamics, Structures and B1.1 40 50
Systems
(For REMOVAL OF
Limitation 3 & 6 )
Piston Aeroplane
35 11B 1130 Aerodynamics, Structures and B1.2 100 125
Systems
Piston Aeroplane
36 11B 1131 Aerodynamics, Structures and B1.2 20 25
Systems
(For REMOVAL OF
Limitation 3 & 6 )
Piston Aeroplane
37 11C 1140 Aerodynamics, Structures and B3 60 75
Systems
Piston Aeroplane
38 11C 1141 Aerodynamics, Structures and B3 20 25
Systems (for the candidate
passed paper 1,2,LA, CP)
39 12 1200 Helicopters Aerodynamics, A3 & A4 100 125
StructuresAnd Systems
Helicopters
40 12 1201 Aerodynamics, Structures And A3 & A4 32 40
Systems
(For OLD BAMEL
candidates required to
Helicopters Aerodynamics,
41 12 1210 StructuresAnd Systems B1.3 & 128 160
B1.4
Helicopters Aerodynamics,
42 12 1211 StructuresAnd Systems B1.3 & 40 50
(For REMOVAL OF B1.4

43 13 1300 Aircraft Aerodynamics, B2 180 225

Structures and Systems
Aircraft Aerodynamics,
44 13 1301 Structures and Systems B2 52 65
(For REMOVAL OF
Limitation 3 )

Aircraft Aerodynamics,
45 13 1302 Structures and Systems B2 52 65
(For REMOVAL OF
Limitation 4 )
Aircraft Aerodynamics,
46 13 1303 Structures and Systems B2 52 65
(For REMOVAL OF
Limitation 5 )
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Details of CAR-66 Modular Examination Papers

Sl. Module QPREF allottedby Question Paper Applicable No of Time Allowed

No No CEO Reference Number Category Multiple (Minutes)
(QPREF) Choice
Description Questions

47 14 1400 Propulsion- B2 24 30

48 15 1500 Gas Turbine Engine A1 & A3 60 75

B1.1 &
49 15 1510 Gas Turbine Engine B1.3 92 115

50 16 1600 Piston Engine A2 & A4 52 65

51 B1.2 &
16 1610 Piston Engine B1.4 72 90

52 16 1640 Piston Engine B3 68 85

17A 1700 Propeller A1 & A2 20 25

53
54 B1.1 &
17A 1710 Propeller B1.2 32 40

55 17B 1740 Propeller B3 28 35

Part Module Paper

Newly added B3

NOTE:- Part Module papers are ONLY APPLICABLE for candidate having BAMEEC/ BAMEL.
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Appendix 2
MATRIX FOR PAPERS TO BE PASSED TO ACQUIRE CATEGORY- B LICENSE FOR AMEL / BAMEEC
HOLDERS

S.N BAMEL/BAMEEC CAR-66 Module OR Sub Module QPREF

LICENSE (chapters) to be to be passed
PASSED
1 HEAVY B1.1 4 (ALL) 0400
AIRCRAFT &
JET ENGINE 11.5,11.6,11.14 11.19,11.20 & 1121
11.21 OF 11A
5 (ALL) 0510

2 LIGHT B1.1 11A (ALL) 1120

AIRCRAFT &
JET ENGINE 4 (ALL) 0400
5 (ALL) 0510
3 HEAVY AIRCRAFT B1.1 15 (ALL) 1510
17 (ALL) 1710
4 (ALL) 0400
11.5,11.6,11.14 11.19,11.20 & 1121
11.21 OF 11A
5 (ALL) 0510
4 JET ENGINE B1.1 11A (ALL) 1120
4 (ALL) 0400
5 (ALL) 0510

5 LIGHT AIRCRAFT & B1.2 4 (ALL) 0400

PISTON ENGINE
11.5,11.6 & 11.14 OF 11B 1131

5 (ALL) 0520
6 LIGHT AIRCRAFT B1.2 16 (ALL), 1610
17 (ALL) 1710
4 (ALL) 0400
11.5, 11.6 & 11.14 OF 11B 1131
5 (ALL) 0520
7 PISTON ENGINE B1.2 11B (ALL) 1130
4 (ALL) 0400
5 (ALL) 0520
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S.N BAMEL/BAMEEC CAR-66 Module OR Sub Module QPREF

LICENSE (chapters) to be to be passed
PASSED
8 ROTARY B1.3 4 (ALL), 0400
AIRCRAFT & 12.7,12.8,12.15,12.17.12.18 & 1211
JET ENGINE 12.19 OF 12
5 (ALL) 0510
9 ROTARY AIRCRAFT B1.3 15 (ALL) 1510
4 (ALL) 0400
12.7,12.8,12.15,12.17.12.18 & 1211
12.19 OF 12
5 (ALL) 0510
10 JET ENGINE B1.3 12 (ALL) 1210
4 (ALL) 0400

5 (ALL) 0510
11 ROTARY AIRCRAFT & B1.4 4 (ALL) 0400
PISTON ENGINE 12.7,12.8,12.15,12.17.12.18 & 1211
12.19 OF 12
5 (ALL) 0520