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1Under South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) Personnel Licensing Regulations, 2026, Regulation 165, what are the minimum age requirements for the grant of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's Licence (AMEL) without a type rating versus with a type rating?

A.At least 18 years of age without a type rating, and at least 21 years of age for an AMEL with a type rating

B.At least 16 years of age without a type rating, and at least 18 years of age with a type rating

C.At least 21 years of age for all categories, regardless of type rating status

D.At least 25 years of age for all commercial air transport maintenance engineers

Explanation: Under SSCAA Personnel Licensing Regulations, 2026, Regulation 165(1)(a), an applicant for the grant of an aircraft maintenance engineer's licence without a type rating shall be at least 18 years of age. Under Regulation 165(2)(a), an applicant applying for a type rating shall be at least 21 years of age.

2What English language competency is mandated for an applicant seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's Licence under SSCAA PEL Regulation 165(1)(b)?

A.Basic conversational English for informal ramp communication only

B.The ability to read, speak, write, and understand the English language, interpret technical reports and maintenance publications, and carry out technical discussions in English

C.Fluency in Arabic only, with English translation provided by the airline operator

D.An ICAO Level 6 Operational English Certificate issued by an approved flight training organization

Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 165(1)(b) and 165(2)(b) specifically prescribe that an applicant shall have the ability to read, speak, write, and understand the English language, interpret technical reports and maintenance publications, and carry out technical discussions in the English language.

3Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 167(1)(a), what is the practical maintenance experience requirement for Category A and subcategories B1.2 and B1.4 for an applicant who has no prior relevant technical training?

A.1 year of practical maintenance experience in any automotive garage

B.2 years of general airport ramp handling experience

C.3 years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft gained within an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO)

D.7 years of unsupervised military or civil workshop experience

Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 167(1)(a)(i)(aa) specifies that for Category A and subcategories B1.2 and B1.4, an applicant with no previous relevant technical training must acquire 3 years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft, provided the experience is gained in an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO).

4For Category B2 (Avionics) and subcategories B1.1 and B1.3 (Mechanical Turbine), what practical maintenance experience is required under SSCAA PEL Regulation 167(1)(b) for an applicant without prior technical training?

A.5 years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft gained in an AMO

B.3 years of aircraft detailing and exterior washing experience

C.6 months of computer software programming experience

D.10 years of general electrical substation maintenance

Explanation: Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 167(1)(b)(aa), an applicant for Category B2 and subcategories B1.1 and B1.3 who has no previous relevant technical training must have 5 years of practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft, provided the experience is gained in an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO).

5Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 167(1)(e), what are the qualification and experience criteria for obtaining a Category C licence with respect to large aircraft via the academic degree route?

A.A high school diploma and 1 year of airport administration

B.An academic degree in a technical discipline applicable to the licence sought from a university recognized by the Authority, and 3 years of experience working in a civil aircraft maintenance environment on representative tasks, including 6 months of observation of base maintenance tasks

C.An MBA degree and 6 months of commercial flight operations dispatch

D.A doctorate in physics with no hands-on maintenance experience required

Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 167(1)(e) and 167(8) state that for Category C obtained through the academic route, the applicant must hold an academic degree in a technical discipline applicable to the licence sought from a recognized university, plus 3 years of civil aircraft maintenance environment experience on representative tasks, including 6 months of demonstrated observation of base maintenance tasks.

6How does SSCAA PEL Regulation 167(5) describe the practical-experience provision for an initial B2, B1.1 or B1.3 licence?

A.At least two years of the required practical maintenance experience, including recent experience on the relevant category or subcategory

B.No recent experience is required provided theoretical examinations were passed within 10 years

C.Only 2 weeks of recent observation prior to licence issue

D.All experience must have been gained within the last 30 days

Explanation: Regulation 167(5) says at least two years of the required practical experience, including recent experience on the relevant category or subcategory. It does not say that the entire two years must be recent. Apply it together with the route-dependent total experience and applicable guidance, without silently rewriting the published provision.

7What primary statutory privileges are conferred upon the holder of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's Licence under SSCAA PEL Regulation 168(1)?

A.Piloting transport aircraft as pilot-in-command during scheduled passenger flights

B.Certifying aircraft or parts of aircraft as airworthy after authorized repair, modification, or installation of an engine, accessory, instrument, or equipment, and signing a maintenance release following inspection, maintenance, or routine servicing

C.Authorizing military airspace closures and issuing NOTAMs

D.Conducting commercial air traffic control tower operations

Explanation: Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 168(1), the privileges of an AMEL holder include certifying aircraft or aircraft components as airworthy after authorized repair, modification, or installation of an engine, accessory, instrument, or equipment item, and signing a maintenance release (Certificate of Release to Service) following inspection, maintenance, or servicing within their licensed privileges.

8According to SSCAA PEL Regulation 168(4), what recency condition must an AMEL holder fulfill to exercise the certification privileges of their licence on an aircraft or component?

A.The licence holder must have had experience in the inspection, servicing, or maintenance of aircraft or components in accordance with the licence privileges for not less than 6 months within the preceding 24 months

B.The licence holder must have performed at least 1 engine overhaul every week

C.The licence holder must have completed 1,000 flight hours as a flight engineer

D.No recency is required once a lifetime licence is awarded

Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 168(4) stipulates that within the preceding 24 months, the licence holder must have either had experience in the inspection, servicing, or maintenance of aircraft or components in accordance with the privileges granted by the licence held for not less than 6 months, or met the provisions for initial issue to the satisfaction of the Authority.

9Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 169(1) and (2), when must an AMEL holder apply for licence renewal, and what maintenance activity is required during the preceding period?

A.Apply at least 2 months before the expiry date, having performed comparable work for periods totalling at least 6 months during the 24 months preceding expiry

B.Apply on the day of expiry with zero previous maintenance records

C.Apply 5 years after expiry without penalties

D.Renewal is automatic upon payment of an annual road vehicle tax

Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 169(1) requires the holder of an AMEL to apply for renewal at least 2 months before the expiry period. Regulation 169(2) requires the holder to have performed work comparable with that required for the grant of the licence for periods totalling at least 6 months during the 24 months preceding the date of expiry.

10Where the requalification provision in SSCAA PEL Regulation 169(4) applies after extended non-renewal and failure to prove continuous practical work, what does it require?

A.They must surrender all engineering qualifications permanently and cannot reapply

B.They must present evidence of 6 months recent hands-on experience under an AMO and sit for an air law examination

C.They must pay a nominal cash fine and receive an automatic 10-year extension

D.They must retake all 17 basic training modules from the beginning

Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 169(4) explicitly specifies that a person who does not apply for renewal within the extended 12-month period or fails to prove continuous practical work shall be required to present evidence of 6 months recent hands-on experience under an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) and sit for an air law exam before their licence is renewed.

About the SSCAA AME Licence Exam Exam

The SSCAA Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Licence Examinations assess the aeronautical knowledge and technical competencies required to maintain and release civil aircraft registered in South Sudan under the SSCAA Personnel Licensing Regulations, 2026.

Exam sponsor: South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Category-dependent knowledge examinations, required practical experience and relevant skill assessment under Regulations 165–167 and the category/module material and Fourth Schedule. The published privileges cover A, B1, B2 and C; this review did not verify a B3 category. A single monolithic examination, MCQ item type, fixed module timing and official percentage weights were not verified.

Time Limit

Not published in the reviewed public sources; confirm with SSCAA

Passing Score

Not published in the reviewed public sources; confirm with SSCAA

Exam / Certification Fees

Not published (Regulation 262 specifies fees are prescribed by the Authority)

Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Official sources

SSCAA Personnel Examination & Licensing · Source checked 2026-10-17
SSCAA Personnel Licensing Regulations, 2026 · Source checked 2026-10-17AMEL scope: Regulations 165–169, category/module material and Fourth Schedule. Internal schedule cross-references are inconsistent and are not silently repaired.
FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—General · Source checked 2026-10-17Supplementary mathematics, physics, materials, inspection and maintenance human factors; FAA legal provisions are not South Sudan law.
FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—Airframe · Source checked 2026-10-17
FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—Powerplant · Source checked 2026-10-17

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

20% of this practice bank

Aviation Legislation and Human Factors

SSCAA Civil Aviation Regulations, airworthiness requirements, maintenance documentation, certifying privileges, and human performance and limitations.

25% of this practice bank

Maintenance Practices and Materials

Workshop practices, hand tools, standard hardware, non-destructive testing (NDT), corrosion control, safety precautions, and maintenance procedures.

25% of this practice bank

Aircraft Structures and Mechanical Systems

Aerodynamics, airframe structures, hydraulics, pneumatics, landing gear, flight controls, fuel systems, and environmental control systems.

15% of this practice bank

Electrical, Electronic and Avionics Systems

DC/AC fundamentals, digital techniques, electronic instrument displays (EFIS), radio communication, navigation equipment, and autoflight.

15% of this practice bank

Propulsion: Turbine and Piston Engines

Gas turbine and piston engine operating principles, engine fuel and oil systems, ignition, engine indications, and propeller systems.

Preparing for the SSCAA AME Licence Exam Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Not published in the reviewed public sources; confirm with SSCAA
Assessment: Category-dependent knowledge examinations, required practical experience and relevant skill assessment under Regulations 165–167 and the category/module material and Fourth Schedule. The published privileges cover A, B1, B2 and C; this review did not verify a B3 category. A single monolithic examination, MCQ item type, fixed module timing and official percentage weights were not verified.
Time limit: Not published in the reviewed public sources; confirm with SSCAA
Exam / certification fees: Not published (Regulation 262 specifies fees are prescribed by the Authority) Official sources

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SSCAA AME Licence Exam: Suggested Study Strategy

1Review SSCAA air legislation and airworthiness requirements regarding certificate of release to service (CRS) and certifying staff responsibilities.

2Study aircraft hardware identification, torque limits, safety wiring, and standard maintenance practices thoroughly.

3Master human factors principles in maintenance, including the 'Dirty Dozen' error precursors and threat and error management (TEM).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum age to hold an SSCAA AME licence?

Regulation 165(1)(a) specifies age 18 for an AMEL without type rating, and Regulation 165(2)(a) specifies age 21 for a type-rating applicant.

Does SSCAA administer a single unified AME examination?

No. Under Regulations 165–167 and the Fourth Schedule of the Personnel Licensing Regulations, 2026, AMEL theoretical qualification is organized across category-dependent modular subject areas (fundamentals, materials, maintenance practices, air legislation, aerodynamics, aircraft systems, and powerplants), supplemented by practical skill assessments.

What language is required for SSCAA AME licensing?

Regulation 165 requires English reading, speaking, writing and understanding, including technical reports, publications and discussions. That proficiency requirement does not by itself confirm every knowledge-test delivery language.

Can foreign AME licences be converted in South Sudan?

Yes. Foreign AME licence conversion is governed separately under Regulation 38, requiring verification of the foreign licence, an air law composite examination, and relevant practical experience, distinct from initial ab-initio licensing.