Assessor Resource
MEA509A
Manufacture, repair and alter aircraft related fabric components
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit requires application of skills and knowledge relating to the manufacture, repair and alteration of aircraft and support equipment fabric components. Manufacture and alteration may be to existing designs or may also involve design. Repair may involve sewing and/or the use of adhesives.
The unit applies to a range of aircraft environmental protection sets, aircraft life support equipment components, aircraft soft furnishings and associated trimming, aircrew personal fit and associated life support equipment, and to ground support equipment covers.
This unit of competency is part of the Aeroskills Life Support and Furnishing Certificate III and IV training pathways. It covers the competencies required to manufacture, repair and alter aircraft and support equipment fabric components. This unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the ADF and CASA.
This unit is equivalent to PUADEFLS009B Manufacture, repair and alter aircraft-related fabric components.
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