November 27-30, 2007, Quorum Hotel, Tampa, FL, USA

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Encompassing the Following Topics

• Failure and Reliability Fundamentals

• Organization of Maintenance Review Board

• Application of MSG-3 Analysis Techniques for Systems / Powerplant / Structures Areas

• Maintenance Tasks and Task Development

• Maintenance Program Overview

• Reliability Program Overview

• Reliability Program Development

• Reliability Centered Maintenance

• Operational Reliability

• Dealing With Aging Aircraft

SEMINAR FACULTY

Our Dynamic Faculty of Internationally Recognized Experts are as follows:

REGISTRATION CHECK-IN   -  (8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.)

COURSE OUTLINE - FIRST DAY

(9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

1. SEMINAR/WORKSHOP ORIENTATION

2. FAILURE CONSIDERATIONS IN MAINTENANCE AND RELIABILITY

Failure Characteristics

Definitions Detection Consequences Simple & Complex Patterns

Definition of Reliability

Introduction to Probability

Random Occurrence Survival Survival over Time

Failure Patterns

Statistics - The Measure of Reliability

Means Variability Seasonal Variation

 

3. ORGANIZATION OF MAINTENANCE REVIEW BOARD

Program Development Administration

Policy and Procedures

Working Group Activities

Review and Approval Process

Maintenance Planning Data

Benefit of Experience

LUNCHEON - COURTESY OF TSC

4. MSG-3 AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS/POWERPLANT ANALYSIS METHOD

Introduction to MSG-3 and Revision 2

Analysis Method Approach - Logic Diagrams

Consequences of Failure Evaluation

Significant Items Hidden Functional Failure Safety Effects

Effect Analysis

Categories and Tasks Evident Safety Effects Economic Effects
Hidden Function Effects

Initial Maintenance Program Implementation

Task Frequencies/Intervals

5. MAINTENANCE TASKS AND TASK DEVELOPMENT

MSG-2 Maintenance Processes

RCM: Tasks

MSG-3 Maintenance Tasks

Maintenance Task Correlation

MSG-3 Task Development

Lubrication Operational Check Inspection/Functional Check Restoration Discard Combination of Tasks

Analysis Example

6. MSG-3 SYSTEMS/POWERPLANT ANALYSIS WORKSHOP

This workshop is specifically designed to complement the two previous theory sessions.  Attendees will work several real-world examples of MSG-3, or if they desire, may attend other concurrently running workshops on other topics.

COURSE OUTLINE - SECOND DAY

(8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.)

7. MSG-3 AIRCRAFT STRUCTURES ANALYSIS METHOD

Structures Overview

Aircraft Structures Structural Maintenance Program Development Damage Sources Inspection Requirements

Structures Analysis Logic Diagram Review

Methodology Structure Assessment Structure Analysis Overview

Fatigue Damage Analysis

Damage Tolerant and Safe Life

Accidental Damage and Environmental Deterioration Analysis

Other Structure Analysis

Task Consolidation

New Structure Considerations

 

8. MSG-3 STRUCTURES WORKSHOP

This workshop will expand upon the theory presented in the prior session and will introduce real-world examples of structure to analyze, starting with relatively simple items, and gradually becoming more complex. Other workshops will run concurrently for those who do not wish to attend the structures workshop.

9. OPERATIONAL RELIABILITY CENTERED MAINTENANCE

Function of Reliability

Reliability Drives Maintenance

Reliability's Life Cycle

Life Cycle Reliability and Maintenance Flaw Growth

Flaw Size and Probability of Failure Probability of Flaw Detection

Engine Deterioration and Refurbishment

Guarantees and Warrantees

Potential Warranty Areas

System Monitoring

LUNCHEON - COURTESY OF TSC

10. RELIABILITY PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Organization and Responsibilities

Reliability Board Meetings Program Revisions

MSG-2 Maintenance Process and MSG-3 Task Oriented Logic

Selection of Appropriate Maintenance Process

Verification of a Preferred Maintenance Process

Maintenance Program Revisions

Reliability Performance Parameters

Total Aircraft Powerplant Systems Components

Continuing Reliability Surveillance

 

11. GENERAL WORKSHOP SESSION

Attendees may elect to attend continuations of the MSG-3 workshops, or they may attend other concurrent workshops.

COURSE OUTLINE - THIRD DAY

(8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.)

12. RELIABILITY PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

Alerting System for Reliability Performance Parameters

Requirements System Description

Reliability Data Analysis

Mechanical Delay/Cancellation Rate Pilot Report Rate In-Flight Shutdown Rate Engine Unscheduled Removal Rate

Reliability Data Collection System and Display

Data Collection System Data Analysis and Display

Reliability Definitions

Reliability Program Revision/Auditing Procedures

13. GENERAL WORKSHOP SESSION

Same format as previous workshops - Attendees will have a choice of several different Workshops that they can attend

14. QUALITY ASSURANCE & RELIABILITY

MSG-3 Implementation

Philosophy In The Beginning Moving Forward Reliability Patterns Vs. Component Age Evolution of the Analysis
Ingredients for Success

The Traditional Reliability Program

Basic Concept & Elements Alert Display

Tomorrows Reliability Program

Focus Outcomes for Tomorrow Tomorrow's Program

Air Carrier Audit Program (ACAP)

Background Air Carrier Maintenance Program/Objectives
ACAP Safety Elements FAR 121.373 Traditional CASS
Maintenance Program Change Process Reasons to Revise
Maintenance Programs

 

LUNCHEON - COURTESY OF TSC

15. DEALING WITH AGING AIRCRAFT

Need for Program

Current Fleet Age Aircraft Life line - New Vs. Mature Aircraft

Past Efforts

Early Certification Base Structural Audit Damage Tolerance Assessment Supplemental Structural Inspection

Present Programs

Airworthiness Assurance Task Force Modification Programs
Corrosion Control SID Review

Other Issues

16. GENERAL WORKSHOP SESSION

Same Format as Previous Workshops - Attendees will have a choice of several different Workshops that they can attend

COURSE OUTLINE - FOURTH DAY

(8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)

17. RELIABILITY AND ECONOMICS

Reliability Impacts

Reliability Organization Relationships

Reliability Measurements

Delay Costs Dispatch Problems Maintenance costs

Complex Systems

Time Relationships On-Time Performance Diagnostics
Improvements Environmental Stress Screening

Reliability Economics Examples

Operating & Support Costs Cost Projections

18. GENERAL WORKSHOP SESSION

This Final Workshop Session Will Be Conducted In A Similar Manner To The Other General Workshops

19. FORUM/QUERY SESSION & CONCLUSION

This will be a forum to discuss what's happening now in the industry and what we can expect to see in the future for Maintenance and Reliability. New developments in the MSG-3 area will be included.

Closing and Certificate Award

WORKSHOPS PLANNED

This seminar features six workshop sessions. You may customize the course to your specific requirements by selecting the most pertinent workshop topics. A complete set of notes for all workshops is included in the manual. The following are the topics planned:

• MSG-3 Systems / Powerplant Analysis
  
• MSG-3 Structure Analysis
  
• Internal MRB Process
  
• Damage Tolerance: A Basic Overview
  
• Reliability Mathematics
  
• Powerplant Reliability/Cost Analysis

SEMINAR FEES

We gladly accept

Fees are payable in U.S. Dollars and include; the seminar manual noted below, meeting materials, a Certificate at seminar completion, three luncheons, and break refreshments. Discounts apply for three or more people registering at the same time.  Invoices unpaid beyond 30 days after conclusion of seminar will be assessed a 1.5% per month finance charge.

SEMINAR MANUAL

One manual containing approximately 350 pages forms a complete record of all presentations and workshop sessions given at the seminar. This may also be purchased separately, payable in advance, in U.S. Dollars, and will be mailed after the seminar. To purchase this manual click on the Purchase Manuals link below. The following rates apply:

$225 U.S.A and Canada
$225 Surface Mail to other Destinations
$260 Air Mail to other Destinations

CANCELLATIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS

Confirmed Reservations may be cancelled without penalty up to five working days prior to the seminar. Later cancellations will be subject to a $100 service charge. Substitutions may be made at any time.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS / PAYMENT

TSC is pleased to arrange accommodations on behalf of attendees - costs are payable directly to the hotel. Early registration is recommended. Failure to arrive on the first day will result in loss of your reservation and you may be charged for one night - so please advise TSC, or the hotel directly, if your arrival date changes.

• Call - (813) 289-8200

• Fax - (813) 287-8275

• Write - Quorum Hotel, 700 N. Westshore Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609, USA

• Internet - http://www.quorumtampa.com

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Engineering and Modifications Personnel
• Engine, Component, and Shop Supervisors
• Aircraft and Heavy Service Managers
• Inspection and Production Managers
• Maintenance Management Personnel
• Maintenance Information Analysts
• Military Maintenance Consultants
• Regulatory Authority Personnel
• Maintenance Planning Personnel
• Military Maintenance Personnel
• Maintenance Program Engineers
• Quality Assurance Personnel
• Information System Analysts
• Industry Support Personnel
• Aircraft Leasing Companies
• Cost Control Personnel
• Maintenance Analysts
• Reliability Engineers
• Resource Planners

This page was last edited on 10/24/2007