Understanding and Managing Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Approval

Part 145 defines the regulatory requirements for organisations performing aircraft and component maintenance. Whether operating under UK CAA Part 145, EASA Part 145, or FAA FAR 145, approved maintenance organisations must demonstrate effective control of maintenance activities, airworthiness, personnel competence, and regulatory compliance.

Henning Aviation’s Part 145 MOA – 1 Day Course provides a practical, structured understanding of the common requirements and key differences between UK, EASA, and FAA maintenance approval frameworks. The course focuses on how to apply Part 145 requirements in real maintenance environments and manage multi-authority approvals effectively.

Course Outline:

Overview of maintenance regulatory frameworks (UK CAA, EASA, FAA)

Scope and applicability of Part 145 and FAR 145 approvals

Privileges, limitations, and responsibilities of a Part 145 organisation

Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) / Repair Station Manual (RSM)

Control of maintenance activities, facilities, tools, and equipment

Personnel qualification, authorisation, and competency management

Airworthiness release, certification, and records

Human factors, safety management, and occurrence reporting

Compliance monitoring, internal audits, and authority oversight

Preparing for initial approval, audits, and continued surveillance

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the structure and intent of UK, EASA, and FAA Part 145 requirements

Identify common requirements and key regulatory differences

Recognise Part 145 organisational responsibilities and privileges

Support effective maintenance control and airworthiness release

Prepare for regulatory audits and ongoing authority oversight

Benefits of the Course:

Single-course coverage of UK CAA, EASA, and FAA maintenance approvals

Practical guidance delivered by experienced aviation compliance specialists

Supports both initial approval and continued compliance

Improves confidence in managing multi-authority maintenance approvals

Suitable for line and base maintenance organisations

Ideal for: Maintenance Managers, Quality Managers, Compliance Monitoring Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, and Accountable Managers.