Description

Our initial aircraft engine ground run courses are instructor led and provide the technician with the necessary knowledge to safely start, operate, and carry out test procedures for the aircraft’s power plant. The training also provides a review of the aircraft and power plant systems including normal and abnormal procedures. Our instructors guide the students through various engine test procedures utilizing multiple practice sessions. Additional topics such as planning sessions, ground crew briefing, and weather considerations are also explored.

Target Group

This course is designed for mechanics and aircraft maintenance engineers, licensed on the respective aircraft/engine combination.

Performance Objective

At the completion of the Engine Ground Run course, students will be able to Recall:

• Applicable reference manuals for Engine Test procedures
• Engine limitation
• Start the Engine in a safe manner adhering to all safety precautions
• Prepare the aircraft for an engine run
• Conduct a crew briefing
• Carry out a cockpit safety item check
• Carry out a cockpit check
• Apply External electrical power and or APU
• Conduct an Engine APU fire Test
• Start the engine using the following methods
• Normal/Automatic
• Manual
• X Bleed
• Dry Motoring procedure
• Wet Motoring procedure
• Carry out applicable system engine functional checks
• Min Oil Pressure
• Power assurance
• Recognize and respond to an engine fire and carry out the emergency shutdown procedure
• Recognize and respond to an APU fire and carry out the emergency shutdown procedure if required

Evaluation

Practical assessment