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Carolina
South Aeronautical
Testing and Certification Center
Introduction
Carolina
South Aeronautical is pleased to present to you our Class Brochure. We
sincerely appreciate your
interest in attending Carolina South
Aero for your FAA General, A&P,
training and licensing needs. If there are any questions after reading this booklet, You can e-mail us at Info@aircraftcrewchief.com Note: If you are flying your own or company aircraft in, VLD, South Ramp, General Aviation has aircraft parking available. |
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Location
Carolina
South Aeronautical is located just off I-75, within the city limits
of Valdosta, in South Georgia, at the Valdosta Regional Airport. Please
go to
(Valdosta Area
Information), for details.
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Our Physical Address Physical is:
Carolina South Aeronautical2740 Madison Hwy
Valdosta, GA 31601
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Mission StatementPurpose and Objectives |
| The mission of Carolina South Aeronautical Testing and Certification Center is to provide high quality, vocationally focused, non-degree programs and certification and licensing courses throughout the U.S. and some select foreign nations. These programs offered at Carolina South Aeronautical classrooms and the distance formats, will give the student the theoretical and practical skills all employers require in the fields of Aviation Maintenance. |
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Note: After compliance with any of the mentioned courses and exams,
you will receive a Certificate of Completion from Carolina South
Aeronautical and your Federal Occupational Specialty Licenses
or Certificates will be sent to you via US Postal Service.
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Meet The StaffLead Instructor / Examiner Ms. Reatha M. Pavey ExaminersYou may examine with any F.A.A. Examiner, a list may be found at FAA.gov. Mr. Paul Meyer, Greenville, South Carolina... A & P, I.A., D.M.E. 25+ yrs Mr. Russell King, Daytona Beach Florida... A & P, I.A., D.M.E. 30+ yrs Mr. Robert Harless, Douglas, Georgia ... A & P, I.A., D.M.E. 30+ yrs |
The instructor of each course has sole responsibility for measuring, evaluating and assigning a letter grade to reflect the quality of work and participation demonstrated by the student. Also, students missing 20% or more of the classes will receive a failing grade unless they request in writing, an incomplete. If you are granted an incomplete, you will have one year from the ending date of the class to re-enroll and change your grade from an “I” to a passing letter grade. After that period, your grade will automatically revert to a “Failing” grade. So, the student must make sure he or she coordinates with the instructor for a date and time to make up the sessions and exams.
Grade Status Quality Points
All “course” grades are determined on an average point adjusted scale. F.A.A. point Scale 100 – 95% A 94 – 90% B 89 – 80% C 79 – 70% D 69 – 00% F NOTE ….. Any student who fails the initial final exam for that particular course of study will have to re-apply for enrollment and begin the course on an as available basis. Also, the student will be responsible for any additional costs such as tuition increases, books, test fees, instructions or any other items other than the base tuition. Finally, the re-examination process will be governed by the rules and regulations set forth by the United States Veterans Administration/G.I. Bill, and The Federal Aviation Administration.
School Class Dates, Hours and HolidaysThe school operates from 9 am – 4pm*, Monday –Saturday for training and testing. * There will be a 10-minute break each hour of class and 1 hour for lunch. Holidays observed are: New Years Eve, New Years Day and the day after, Memorial Day, The 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving week and Christmas week. Carolina South Aeronautical F.A.A. courses will be tentatively offered on the second Monday of each month. Excluding the months of December and January. (A&P, Insp. Authorization Classes) The F.C.C. courses, given at our Simpsonville, SC location, will be tentatively offered on the second (2nd) and the fourth (4th) Monday of each month. Excluding the months of December and January. (F.C.C. – GROL & Radar Endorsement) The Corporate Certified Fiber Optic Technicians courses, given at our Simpsonville, SC location, will be tentatively offered on a quarterly basis. (January, April, July and September).
Additional classes may be available if required. |
Lodging and FoodThere
are many hotels and restaurants available near Carolina South
Aero. Lodging ranges from $49.95 per day to $500.00 per week. We can
and will make all necessary arrangements and accommodations for you
before you arrive. We also
offer a "package deal" which includes lodging accommodations ,
transportation, and courses. Please call us for full details about this
offer.
School TransportationSelect hotels offer transportation to and from the hotel and Carolina South Aeronautical at no cost. Also, if you are arriving by Airline, simply call us for instructions and directions on getting to your hotel. If you are flying your own or company aircraft into VLD, taxi to the South Ramp, general aviation area. There aircraft parking is available near the school.
The F.A.A. Courses
F.A.A. – A&P Eligibility RequirementsThe F.A.A. mechanic’s course is designed for applicants who meet FAR 65.71 and FAR 65.77 only. Under these regulations, you must meet the minimum criteria of the aviation mechanical experience before the F.A.A. will allow you to take the F.A.A. A&P written exams. The minimum requirements for one (1) license is 18 months of experience and to attain authorization for both (2) licenses, you must have at least a minimum of 30 months of hands on aviation technical experience. If in doubt, call us at Carolina South Aero. or the F.A.A. office near you, for more information on this matter. Carolina South Aeronautical Airframes and Powerplants (F.A.A. General Course Outline – 30 Hours) * Basic Aviation Electricity * Fluid Lines & Fittings * Aircraft Drawings * Materials & Process * Weight & Balance * Ground Ops/Service * Cleaning & Corrosion * Aviation Math * Maint. Forms/Records * Basic Physics * Maint. Publications * Maint. Priv. & Limits 50 questions & answers on the F.A.A. General Exam With a minimum passing
percentage of 70%.
* Aircraft Wood Structures * Aircraft Coverings * Aircraft Finishes * Sheet metal Structure * Welding * Assembly & Rigging * Airframes Inspection * Landing Gear Systems * Hyd. & Pneumatics * Cabin Atmosphere * Instrument Systems * Comm / Nav Systems * Aircraft Fuel Systems * Electrical Systems * Position and Warning * Ice & Rain Systems * Fire Protection System * Propeller Systems 100 questions & answers on the F.A.A. Powerplant Exam - With a minimum passing percentage of 70%.
(F.A.A. A&P Oral & Practical Course Outline – 24 Hours) * General Maintenance Procedures and Tools. * F.A.A. Required Paperwork and Forms. * Manufacturer’s Service Bulletins. * F.A.A. Airworthiness Directives. * Type Certificate Data Sheets / Specification Sheets. * Supplemental Type / Certificates. * Log Book Entries. * Major Repairs / Alterations Forms 337. * F.A.A. Federal Aviation Regulations Part 1, Part 21, Part 23, Part 39, Part 43, Part 65 and Part 91. * 100 Hour / Annual / Special Inspections.* Maintenance, Overhaul, I.P.B. and Service Manuals. * Advisory Circulars.(F.A.A. A&P Oral & Practical Examination – 8 Hours) All 44 test subjects covered by the question and answer sessions and the hands on practical exam. NOTE … If any portion of the written exams and oral & practical exam is failed, the F.A.A. mandates that a minimum of five hours of additional instructions must be attained before that portion of the exam failed, can be administered again.
F.A.A. Inspection Auth. Eligibility Requirement
each of which is currently effective and has been in effect for a total of at least three years.
date he / she applies, in maintaining aircraft certified and maintained
I.A.W. this chapter. (Part 43 and 65)
person or by telephone during a normal working week, but it need not be the place where he / she will exercise his / her Inspection Authority.
necessary to properly inspect the Airframes, Powerplants, props, or any related part or appliances. * Pass a written test on his/ her ability to inspect according to safety standards for returning aircraft to service after major repairs or major alterations and also annual and progressive inspections performed under F.A.R. part 43.
(F.A.A. Inspection Authorization Course Breakdown – 24 Hours) * Federal Aviation REG’s / CFR’s * AC- 43.13-1B / 2B * Type Certificate Data Sheets * Spec. Sheets * Advisory Circulars * Inspections * Airworthiness Directives * Forms and Records * Major Repairs / Alterations * Approved Data * Minor & Preventative Maintenance * Acceptable Data * Maintenance Procedures * Weight & Balance * Insp. Authorization Exams Q & A * Your Rights * Maintenance Related Accidents * Violations *
Customer Relations * Service Bulletins 100
questions & answers on the F.A.A. Inspection Authorization exam Obtaining your 8610-1 Inspection Authorization or 8610-2 A & P Authorization FormsTo be enrolled at Carolina South Aeronautical, as an F.A.A. mechanic student, you must first meet all prerequisites as earlier stated. There are (5) ways of proving your experience to the authorizing F.A.A. inspector, any of these methods will be considered as proof of experience.
A&P , I.A. EnrollmentEnrollment at Carolina and Carolina South Aeronautical for courses can be at any time. Applications, down payments and the F.A.A. 8610-1 or 8610-2 forms are required to enroll. However, if at all possible, please try to enroll at least 2 weeks prior to attending classes. This will allow time for us to send you an A&P pre-study work package. That way you can begin to prepare for your certification course. Because the more you know and understand prior to getting here at Carolina South Aeronautical the easier and shorter your stay will be! Also, please remember, Carolina South Aeronautical trains the perspective student in a classroom setting but more on a one-to-one basis. So enroll as soon as possible, classroom size is limited to a maximum of eight students and scheduling is on the first serve basis.
Granting Previous Credits EarnedCarolina and Carolina South Aeronautical will grant credits earned for the F.A.A.‘s Airframes and Powerplants course, if the certificate if completion for that particular course has not exceeded the expiration dates on the certificate. (two years for F.A.A.)
Academic Standards Of ProgressAcademic progress will be measured at the end of each evaluation period. Failure by a student to maintain a cumulative grade point of 70% for the F.A.A. programs will result in the student being placed on academic probation. Also, failure by the student to attain the minimum passing grades at the end of the course/program will result in academic suspension (termination of veteran’s benefits) for one term. The interruption will be reported to the V.A. within 30 calendar days of the change in status using the V.A. form 22-1999b. Veterans who are reinstated for the benefits after the academic suspension who fail to maintain the minimum course passing scores during that term will be placed on academic dismissal for two terms. Reinstatement after dismissal will be granted only if mitigating circumstances exist. Finally, it will be the student’s responsibility to pay for any additional costs, such as books, supplies, instructions, exam fees, etc… that may not be covered by the Veteran’s Administration. Now, in conclusion, all of the student academic progress records will be maintained and can be furnished to the student for a minimum of three years.
Incomplete's / Leave Of Absence PolicyShould you be unable to complete a course, you will need to contact Carolina South Aero. immediately. You will then have one year from the course drop date to re-enroll to prevent credit loss of classes completed. But, If the student has to drop the course due to mitigating circumstances, such as serious injury to self or an immediate family member, an emergency, financial crisis or military orders, exceptions will be granted.Tuition Payments and Prices
V.A. reimbursement for F.A.A. - A and P = $ 1,200.00 and $ 800.00,
Financial AssistanceCarolina South Aeronautical does not offer financial aid, but may allow the student to pay the tuition in 2-3 equal payments until tuition is paid in full. Also, there are several options available for the student to receive a loan or some type of financial assistance. First, check with your Human Resource representative or your employer’s training department. Many companies offer full 100% tuition reimbursement. In addition, if you are serving in the U.S. military or are a retired service member, Carolina South Aeronautical can and will assist in filling with the V.A. for the licensing and certification program for reimbursement under the G.I. bill.
Attendance and TardinessAny attendance or tardiness problem should be discussed with the instructor prior to the start of the class. In certain circumstances, it may be possible to make up missed class session(s) by obtaining permission from the instructor prior to missing any sessions. However, there is no guarantee that such permission will be granted. Also, any student missing a total of 20% of the total class hours, (absences, tardiness and class cuts), required for the course completion must be terminated as per the Veterans Administration rules and regulations. The interruption then must be reported to the Dept. of Veteran Affairs with 30 day’s using V.A. form 22-1999b. A veteran may be re-enrolled for the benefits at the beginning of the term following the interruption because of unsatisfactory attendance only when the cause of unsatisfactory attendance has been removed. Veteran’s interrupted for a second time for unsatisfactory attendance shall not be allowed to re-enroll for V.A. education benefits in the absence of mitigating circumstances.
Mitigating CircumstancesInclude, but are not limited to:
ConductStudents are expected to conduct themselves in a civil and professional manner throughout the courses. Disruptions will not be tolerated! In addition, any student suspected of cheating will be suspended until a fact-finding board is convened. If the student has been cleared of all charges, he or she, will be allowed to return and continue the course. However, if the student is found to be guilty of cheating, he or she, will be immediately terminated form the course! The student may re-apply for the course, but only after one year has lapsed from the conviction date. Finally, re-admission will be granted on a case-by-case basis and there will be no guarantee of Fighting and harassment to other students or faculty members are subject to disciplinary action and or dismissal. The students’ re-admission will be on a case-by-case basis and will be governed by the rules and regulations of Carolina South Aeronautical, The Federal Aviation Administration and the U.S. Veteran’s Administration.
ComplaintsIf you have a complaint, we want to hear about it. You may contact any instructor, rest assured your complaint will be thoroughly investigated, and a fair resolution will be sought. In addition, if a complaint is not settled to your satisfaction you may contact the Georgia commission on higher education per 62-12.
Job PlacementUpon successful completion & licensing from Carolina South Aeronautical we can enroll you in our job placement program. This program will give you good information on who is hiring and where the
Cancellation and Refund PoliciesCarolina South Aeronautical will use and provide the following refund policy for all veterans and other persons eligible for V.A. education benefits. The school has and maintains a policy for the refund of the unused (1) Fails to enter the program / course. (2) Withdraws before the completion of the course. Such policy must provide that the amount charged to the veteran for tuition, fees and other charges for the portion of the program / course shall not exceed the approximate pro-rata portion of the total program / course bears to it’s total length, within the following limitations:
An established registration feel in the amount not to be exceeded $10.00 need not be subject to pro-ration.
Refunds will be made promptly (within 40 days). Veterans are not required to file an application for refund. However, please note that not all books, computer software and training aids sent to you are refundable and you will be charged the face value for each item.
NOTE… There will also be a $100.00 drop out fee on top of the materials sent to you if you do not notify the school in writing at least 30 working days prior to un-enrolling from the assigned course date.
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