Ep.19: A Canadian Perspective on Aircraft Management with Bret
In this episode, we interview one of our own… Bret!
We continue our exploration of the aircraft management world by reviewing the Canadian system. Bret shares his experience of managing aircraft under the CARs for private operations.
We talk about how aircraft management is structured, the stakeholders, duties and responsibilities, manuals, approvals, and the commonalities and differences between the Canadian framework, the FAA, and EASA.
From starting his career at age 18 to becoming a Maintenance Manager, consultant, and Civil Aviation Safety Inspector, Bret brings a unique point of view and understanding of the aircraft management process that you don’t want to miss.
If you’re involved in aircraft management, aviation regulation, aircraft transitions, or maintenance, this conversation is for you. Enjoy!
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01: 24 – How Bret started in aviation and how his experience evolved
09: 24 - How can we define aircraft management
12:21 – Canadian Private Ops: Stakeholders & aircraft management structure
22:46 – Operator, maintenance organization and airworthiness: relationships and qualification
38:37 - Manuals, continuing airworthiness procedures and maintenance policies
51:38 - Quality Assurance, quality monitoring and safety
58: 32- Consideration about difference between TCCA and FAA 01:05: 06 - Approvals, registration and aircraft C of A
01:07:57 - AME limitations, releases and maintenance approval
01:12:23 - Career transitions and considerations
01:23:55 – Does the type of aircraft affect aircraft management
01:26:15 – Advice for aviation professionals and closure
About Bret
Bret is a seasoned Canadian aviation professional with a diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Technologies, a Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Licence, an FAA Mechanic’s Certificate in the Airframe and Powerplant categories, and a University degree in Business Management. His career spans more than four decades and includes extensive experience in aircraft maintenance and management across private, corporate, and commercial aviation. He has worked as a Maintenance Manager, aviation consultant, and Civil Aviation Safety Inspector with Transport Canada, and has also worked with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands. Through his consulting work, Bret has helped clients assess aircraft, develop manuals, structure organizations, and obtain regulatory approvals. Today, as a Director of his own consulting business, he continues to share his experience and knowledge with aviation professionals around the world.
Links to the episodes mentioned in the interview:
Ep.18: Continuing Airworthiness Management with Paul White: https://www.cacglobalsolutions.com/podcasts/aviation-perspectives-with-c-a-c-podcast/episodes/2149218380
Ep.17: An FAA perspective on Aircraft Management with Joaquin Ochoa: https://www.cacglobalsolutions.com/podcasts/aviation-perspectives-with-c-a-c-podcast/episodes/2149218059
TCCA MD-M Search:
https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/saf-sec-sur/2/CAS-SAC/mdmrmmsr.aspx?GoCTemplateCulture=en-CA&rid=P&rtxt=PACIFIC&nm=&pid=1&ptxt=BRITISH%20COLUMBIA&ic=0&ictxt=&ia=&iatxt=&ea=&eatxt=
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