An update on ILT/KIWA license revocation: Issued exemption

In a recent development, the Dutch Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) issued an exemption on February 24, 2025, addressing non-compliance issues related to the on-the-job training (OJT) of certain Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AML) holders. This exemption, granted under Article 71, paragraph 2 of the Basic Regulation (EU) 2018/1139, provides an alternative pathway for affected engineers to rectify their licensing status without the need to repeat the entire OJT process.

Background

ILT's investigation identified several non-compliances in the OJT programs conducted at three Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) organizations:

• Adria Tehnika in Slovenia
• Job Air Technic in the Czech Republic
• Magnetic MRO in Estonia

These findings led to the suspension of type ratings on the AMLs of engineers who completed their OJT at these facilities. Recognizing the challenges faced by these professionals—such as limited access to organizations with OJT capabilities—ILT introduced this exemption to facilitate compliance through alternative means.

Alternative Compliance Measures

The exemption outlines specific steps for affected AML holders to address the identified non-compliances:

1. Logbook Submission: Engineers must provide a detailed logbook documenting tasks they have personally performed within the 36 months prior to submission. Each entry should include: Maintenance organization name and approval number Applicable ATA chapter Date of task performance Task category (B1 and/or B2) Aircraft registration Aircraft type and engine fit Task card or work order reference Supervisor's name and signature (if performed under supervision)

Notably, at least 50% of these tasks must have been completed on aircraft subject to the Basic Regulation ("EASA Aircraft") to ensure familiarity with European civil aviation standards.

1. Technician Statements: Submission of written and signed statements from at least three licensed aircraft technicians, attesting to the engineer's competence in areas such as: Safety awareness Understanding of aircraft systems Knowledge of specific aircraft peculiarities Ability to interpret reports and indications Proficiency in handling aircraft documentation Execution of maintenance actions
2. Maintenance Organization Statement: A written endorsement from the Compliance Monitoring Manager of an EASA Part-145 approved maintenance organization, confirming the validity of the technician statements.

Scope and Duration

This exemption specifically applies to AML holders who had their first type rating endorsed based on OJT at the aforementioned MROs and subsequently faced suspension by the Dutch competent authority. The exemption is valid for a period of twelve months, from February 24, 2025, to February 24, 2026.

Implications for Affected Engineers

By adhering to the outlined alternative compliance measures, affected engineers have the opportunity to reinstate their suspended type ratings without undergoing a complete repetition of the OJT. This approach not only addresses the identified non-compliances but also acknowledges the practical challenges faced by professionals in securing appropriate OJT opportunities.

Although the exemption was privately emailed, you can access details on the suspensions here.

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