Section/division AIRWORTHINESS: AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ORGANISATION Form Number: CA 145-19a

Telephone
number: 011-545-1000 Email: [email protected]
Physical address Ikhaya Lokundiza, 16 Treur Close, Waterfall Park, Bekker Street, Midrand, Gauteng
Postal address: Private Bag X73, Halfway House 1685 Website: www.caa.co.za

OPERATIONS SPECIFICATIONS FOR AIRCRAFT

MAINTENANCE ORGANISATIONS

Name of Organisation Faith Aviation (PTY) Ltd

SACAA.OPSSPEC.16
Approval Number Opspecs Revision status 0
15

PART A TABLE OF CONTENTS, LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES, AND RATINGS AUTHORITY

Table of Contents List of Page revision Effective date Authorized

Unauthorized
effective
or N/A
Pages

Table of Contents, LEP’s Page 1

0 06/04/2021 X
& Rating authority
Definitions and
Page 2 X
abbreviations
Category A-Ratings Page 3 X
Category B-Ratings Page 4 X
Category C-Ratings Page 5 X
Category D-Ratings Page 6 X
Category E-Ratings Page 7 X
Category W-Ratings Page 8 0 06/04/2021 X
Category X-Ratings Page 9 X
Limited Rating Page 10 X
Exemption and deviation
Page 11 X
Authority
Satellite Facilities & Line
Page 12 X
station Ratings
Notes:
a These specific operating provisions are issued as part of this Approved Maintenance Organisation
Certificate, and are in effect as of the Effective Date.
b The Opspecs may be customised to better suit the organisation approval. This may be done by
deleting all sections that are not applicable; however Part A of this Opspecs has to account for these
Ratings as not applicable.
c The signatures below indicates acceptance of these provisions by the AMO, and confirmation to
abide and comply with the limitations as imposed. The Director of Civil Aviation reserves the right to
amend, revoke and alter these Specification at any given time should circumstances warrant such.
I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

23 March 2021
Mbongeni Mnisi
SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager

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 PART B DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Unless otherwise defined in these operation specifications provisions, all words, phrases, definitions, and
abbreviations have identical meanings to those used in the South African Civil Aviation Regulations and Civil
Aviation Act, as amended. Additionally, the definitions listed below are applicable to operations conducted in
accordance with these operations specifications provisions.
AMO Aircraft Maintenance Organisation
AMP Aircraft Maintenance Programme
SACAA South African Civil Aviation Authority
CAR Civil Aviation Regulations
MOP Manual of Procedure
In these operation specifications provisions the term “certificate holder” shall mean the
Certificate Holder holder of an aircraft maintenance organisation certificate, issued in terms of Part 145 of
the South African Civil Aviation Regulations of 2011 as amended.
Means an authorization entered on or associated with an AMO approval and forming
Rating
part of such approval, stating special conditions, privileges or limitations relating to
such approval. Privileges are defined in CAR 145.
Means the performance of tasks required to ensure the continuing airworthiness of an
Maintenance
aircraft, including any one or combination of overhaul, inspection, replacement, defect
rectification, and the embodiment of a modification or repair.
Classification of aircraft maintenance activities into airframe maintenance (Cat ‘A),
Airframe components, equipment and accessories maintenance (Cat ‘B’), engines
Category onwing maintenance (Cat. ‘C’), engine/components overhaul (Cat ‘D’), Maintenance on
rotorcraft and their engines (Cat ‘E’), aircraft avionic installations (Cat ‘W’ class 1, 2 &
3), avionic equipment overhaul (Cat. ‘X’, class 1, 2 & 3), propeller (class X4), and
welding processes (class X5).
Deviation
An authorisation that permits an alternate means of compliance with CAR. The
Authority
deviation authority must meet the procedural requirements of SA-CAR Part 11.
Limitation
A restriction imposed on the corresponding rating based on the AMO capability.
Rating issued to an AMO that maintains or repairs only a particular type of radio,
instrument, or accessory, or part thereof, or performs only specialized maintenance
Limited Rating requiring equipment and skills not ordinarily performed under other AMO ratings. Such
a rating may be limited to a specific model or constituent part, or to any number of parts
made by a particular manufacturer and shall be restricted to those items listed on an
approved capability listing as defined in CAR 145.01.6 (h)
A document compiled by the AMO and approved by the SACAA, which details a
comprehensive list of all the components/equipment that the AMO is capable of
Capability List maintaining.
Note: This list is mandatory for category ‘B’, ‘D’ and ‘X’, unless such list of components
and repair limitations can be accommodated in the space provided.
Special
A set of interrelated or interacting activities which transforms inputs into outputs.
processes
Examples are: NDT, Electro Plating, Plasma Spraying, etc.
Means any facility used for the performance of maintenance under part 145 approval
Satellite Facility
but is located at another location than the principal place of business (main base) but is
an integral part of the organization
For the purpose of this document, means any maintenance facility that is utilized to
Line Station perform any action that is mandatory, or is required to be performed on an aircraft for
the purposes of a turn around, or a route check, or a transit check and is limited to
defects rectification repairable by replacement of line replaceable units.
Means classes of aircraft, engines and items of equipment as defined in
Class
SA-CATS-145.01.7.6

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 PART C CATEGORY A – RATINGS
LIMITATIONS OF CAT A RATING MAY BE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Release to Service (Full): All the listed below
2. Certify as per AMP: Can only certify work accomplished as stipulated in the AMP (Limited to A,B or C
checks or block checks or MPI’s only)
3. Certify assembly: Can only certify assembly of an aircraft airframe with any adjustment or minor
modification on that airframe
4. Certify installation: Can only replace or install completed subassemblies/equipment/components on the
airframe
5. Certify safe for flight: CAN ONLY RELEASE FOR A TEST OR FERRY FLIGHT.
CLASS MANUFACTURER MAKE/MODEL LIMITATIONS

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
06/04/2021
Date approval is effective: Revision Number: 0
d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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 PART D CATEGORY B – RATINGS
LIMITATIONS OF CAT B RATING MAY BE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Release to Service (Full): All the listed below
2. Certify Overhaul: Can only certify overhaul, repair and modifications on airframe components as per the
Capability list. This does not include D, X and W rating items.
3. Certify manufacturer: Certify components and parts manufactured in accordance with the appropriate
approved specifications as prescribed in Part 21, if the manufacturing of the components and parts is
necessary for the holder of the approval to complete a repair, modification or overhaul on a particular
airframe component. This does not include D, X and W rating components. (This will be covered by the
Capability List as well).
CLASS MANUFACTURER MAKE/MODEL LIMITATIONS CAPABILITY LIST

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
06/04/2021
Date approval is effective: Revision Number: 0
d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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 PART E CATEGORY C – RATINGS
LIMITATIONS OF CAT C RATING MAY BE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Release to Service (Full): All the listed below
2. Certify as per AMP: Can only certify work accomplished as stipulated in the AMP (Limited to A, B or C
checks or block checks or MPI’s only, this would be specific to the Engine and/or Propellers)
3. Certify assembly: Can only certify any adjustment and/or minor modification and/or maintenance and/or
replacement of external components performed on engines and/or propellers whilst fitted on a particular aeroplane
4. Certify installation: Certify the installation of Engines and/or propellers/engine subassemblies/engine
external components
5. Certify safe for flight: Can only release an engine for a test or ferry flight.
CLASS MANUFACTURER MAKE/MODEL LIMITATIONS

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
06/04/2021
Date approval is effective: Revision Number: 0
d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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PART F CATEGORY D - RATINGS
LIMITATIONS OF CAT D RATING MAY BE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Release to Service (Full): All the listed below
2. Certify Overhaul: Can only certify overhaul, repair and modifications on an Engine and/or engine
accessories as per the Capability list. This does not include B, X and W rating components. (All Avionic
and Electrical components).
3. Certify manufacturer: certify components and parts manufactured in accordance with the
appropriate approved specifications as prescribed in part 21, if the manufacturing of the components and
parts is necessary for the engine type on the certificate holder’s approval, in order to complete a repair,
modification or overhaul on a particular engine. this does not include B, X and W rating components. (This
will be covered by the capability list as well).

CLASS MANUFACTURER MAKE/MODEL LIMITATIONS CAPABILITY LIST

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
06/04/2021
Date approval is effective: Revision Number: 0
d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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 PART G CATEGORY E – RATINGS
LIMITATIONS OF CAT E RATING MAY BE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Release to Service (Full): All the listed below
2. Certify as per AMP: Can only certify work accomplished as stipulated in the AMP (Limited to A, B or C
checks or block checks or MPI’s only, this would be specific to the Rotorcraft)
3. Certify assembly: Can only certify the assembly of Rotorcraft with any adjustment or minor modification
on that Rotorcraft.
4. Certify installation: Can only replace or install completed subassemblies/equipment/components. This
does not include X and W rating components.
5. Certify safe for flight: Can only release for a test or ferry flight.
CLASS MANUFACTURER MAKE/MODEL LIMITATIONS

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
06/04/2021
Date approval is effective: Revision Number: 0
d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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 PART H CATEGORY W – RATINGS
LIMITATIONS OF CAT W RATING MAY BE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Release to Service (Full): All the listed below
2. Certify as per AMP: Can only certify work accomplished as stipulated in the AMP (Limited to A, B or C
checks or block checks or MPI’s only, this would be specific to the Aircraft, Engine or Rotorcraft)
3. Certify minor maintenance: Can only certify adjustment or minor modification on those specific W rating
components and W rating work on aircraft. The approval will be limited to specific aircraft and engine
types, and those specific components that can be covered by the Organisation approval. (This will be
covered by the Capability List as well)
4. Certify installation: Can only replace or install completed subassemblies.
CLASS MANUFACTURER MAKE/MODEL LIMITATIONS
Full Release to Service
Installation/Servicing of:
- Generic Aircraft
W1 Systems/Equipment.
W2 Various Various - Specific Aircraft
W3 Systems/Equipment
where Specialised
Training has been
Acquired.
I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
06/04/2021
Date approval is effective: Revision Number: 0
d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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PART I CATEGORY X – RATINGS
LIMITATIONS OF CAT X RATING MAY BE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Release to Service (Full): All the listed below
2. Certify Overhaul: Can only certify overhaul, repair and modified Airframe, Rotorcraft and Engine
components as per the Capability list. These are X rating components only. (All Avionic and Electrical
components).
3. Certify manufacturer: Certify components and parts manufactured in accordance with the appropriate
approved specifications as prescribed in Part 21, if the manufacturing of the components and parts is
necessary for the holder of the approval to complete a repair, modification or overhaul on a particular
component/ subassembly/ aircraft/ engine. This does not include B and D rating components. (This will be
covered by the Capability List as well).

CAPABILITY
CLASS MANUFACTURER MAKE/MODEL LIMITATIONS
LIST

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
Date approval is 06/04/2021
Revision Number: 0
effective: d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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PART
LIMITED RATINGS
J
For specialised services the operations specifications must contain the specification used to perform the
specialized service. The specification may be—
1. A civil or military specification currently used by industry and approved by the Director; or
2. A specification developed by the applicant and approved by the Director.

PROCESS DESCRIPTION REFERENCE STANDARD LIMITATIONS

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
Date approval is 06/04/2021
Revision Number: 0
effective: d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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 PART K EXEMPTION & DEVIATION AUTHORITY
The certificate holder is authorised to perform operations in accordance with the provisions, conditions, and/or
limitations set forth in the following deviations listed in the table below.
DEVIATION
DATE OF INCEPTION DATE OF TERMINATION REMARKS/REFERENCE
DESCRIPTION

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
06/04/2021
Date approval is effective: Revision Number: 0
d d m m y y y y

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

CA 145-19a 29 NOVEMBER 2018 Page 11 of 12

 PART L SATELLITE FACILITIES & LINE STATION RATINGS

PHYSICAL
CATEGORY/CLAS
LOCATION MANUFACTURER MAKE/MODEL LIMITATIONS EXPIRY DATE
S
(Address)

Unauthorized

I hereby accept the conditions and limitations set forth in this approval as stated and contained in this
paragraph.

Mbongeni Mnisi 23 March 2021

SIGNATURE OF
NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
AMO REPRESENTATIVE
JOB TITLE Quality and Safety Manager AMO No. 1615
I hereby approve the Operations Specifications contained in this paragraph.
Date approval is 06/04/2021 Revision
0
effective: d d m m y y y y Number:

LOBANG THABANTSO
Acting Senior Manager: 06/04/2021
Airworthiness
SIGNATURE OF
SM: AIRWORTHINESS OR NAME IN BLOCK LETTERS DATE
MANAGER

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