The Basic Certificate Helicopter (A2) course is designed to provide participants with the fundamental technical knowledge, practical understanding, and professional competencies required to support helicopter maintenance activities in accordance with applicable aviation maintenance standards. The course aims to strengthen participants' understanding of helicopter systems, maintenance principles, safety practices, technical documentation, and basic troubleshooting as preparation for Basic Certificate A2 assessment.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants are expected to be able to:

• Explain the fundamental principles of helicopter construction, systems, and operation.
• Identify the major components and systems installed on helicopters.
• Explain basic helicopter aerodynamics and rotorcraft operating principles.
• Apply fundamental aircraft maintenance practices in a helicopter maintenance environment.
• Interpret relevant maintenance manuals, technical publications, and maintenance documentation.
• Apply appropriate occupational health, safety, and aviation safety procedures during maintenance activities.
• Identify common defects and basic maintenance requirements associated with helicopter systems.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of maintenance tools, equipment, and inspection techniques.
• Explain the principles of human factors applicable to aircraft maintenance.
• Apply basic troubleshooting concepts to helicopter mechanical and aircraft systems.
• Prepare for the Basic Certificate Helicopter A2 examination in accordance with the applicable competency requirements.

Module 1 — Introduction to Helicopter Technology

Module 2 — Basic Helicopter Aerodynamics

Module 3 — Helicopter Airframe and Structures

Module 4 — Main Rotor and Tail Rotor Systems

Module 5 — Flight Control Systems

Module 6 — Powerplant and Transmission

Module 7 — Helicopter Aircraft Systems

Module 8 — Aircraft Maintenance Practices

Module 9 — Aviation Safety and Human Factors

Module 10 — Practical Training and Examination Preparation

The primary target population includes:

• Aircraft maintenance personnel seeking competency development in helicopter maintenance.
• Holders of relevant basic aircraft maintenance licences or certificates who intend to pursue Basic Certificate Helicopter A2 qualification.
• Aircraft technicians working or preparing to work in helicopter maintenance organizations.
• Technical personnel who require formal competency development in helicopter systems and maintenance practices.

The secondary target population includes:

• Aviation maintenance instructors.
• Aircraft maintenance engineering graduates.
• Technical personnel from helicopter operators and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul organizations.
• Aviation personnel involved in maintenance planning, quality assurance, and technical support.
• Individuals preparing for further professional certification in helicopter maintenance.