Advanced Aerostructures Repair (Regulatory & AMO/MRO-Aligned)

 

This course is designed to develop the knowledge and practical competencies required to perform structural composite repairs in accordance with Canadian aviation regulatory requirements and industry-recognized aerospace standards.

Training is aligned with expectations established by regulatory agencies (Transport Canada, FAA,EASA) and reflects the procedures, documentation, and quality standards used within AMO/MRO operations.

Participants will build advanced capability in composite structural repair, focusing on inspection, damage assessment, and execution of repairs using approved maintenance data in a controlled training environment.

 

What You Will Learn

 

Theoretical Foundations (Regulatory & AMO/MRO-Aligned)

• Understand composite structure design concepts from a maintenance and structural repair perspective

• Identify and apply approved composite repair materials in accordance with manufacturer specifications and AMO/MRO procedures

• Perform damage assessment using standard inspection techniques consistent with manufacturer specifications

• Interpret and apply Structural Repair Manual (SRM) and Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) requirements

• Apply approved methods for damage removal, surface preparation, and repair layout

• Select, inspect, and control tooling used in composite repair processes

• Understand vacuum bagging principles, including leak checks, process verification, and cure cycle control

• Apply lab environment housekeeping, contamination control and material handling procedures

• Understand environmental controls (temperature, humidity) and their effect on repair integrity

• Apply safety and handling practices consistent with WHMIS and aerospace standards

 

Hands-On Practical Training

• Execute a structural composite repair using carbon fiber materials, Nomex honeycomb core, foaming adhesive, and film adhesive in accordance with approved repair practices

• Design, assemble, and verify a vacuum bagging system suitable for elevated cure cycles and complex geometries

• Complete a full repair process from damage assessment through to final cure, including inspection and documentation steps

 

Upon Completion, You Will:

• Demonstrate working knowledge of composite structural repair aligned with regulatory, manufacturer and AMO/MRO expectations

• Be able to interpret and follow approved maintenance data (SRM/AMM/CMM)

• Possess entry-level practical competency in structural composite repair within a controlled environment

• Understand quality assurance, traceability, and documentation requirements for composite repairs

• Be prepared to progress to aircraft-specific advanced structural repair proficiency

• Receive a Certificate of Completion documenting training achieved

 

Equipment Requirements

 

Provided by Compositech:
Basic safety equipment including dust mask, safety glasses, and disposable gloves

 

Required from Participants:
Disposable painter’s coveralls or chemical-resistant apron
Fit-tested personal respirator (required for participation)

 

Training Approach

 

Training is delivered in a structured environment that emphasizes:

• Strict adherence to approved maintenance data and regulatory requirements

• Safe work practices aligned with Canadian aviation standards

• Process control, documentation, and traceability

• Precision, repeatability, and professional workmanship

• Development of maintenance judgement consistent with AMO operational environments