ATA 46 - Information System Syllabus

The modern digital aircraft are fitted with Information Systems. For the purpose of licensing, the ATA 46 is included in

A.  Module 11. 21.

The breakdown of the content is given below... Level 1 for Category A and Level 2 for Category B1
The units and components which furnish a means of storing, updating and retrieving digital information traditionally provide on paper, microfilm or microfiche. Includes units that are dedicated to the information storage and retrieval function such as the electronic library mass storage and controller. Does not include units or components installed for other uses and shared with other systems, such as flight deck printer or general use display.

1. Typical example include Air Traffic and Information Management System and Network Server Systems
2. Aircraft General Information Systems;
3. Flight Deck Information System;
4. Maintenance Information System;
5. Passenger Cabin Information System;
6. Miscellaneous Information System;

B Module 12.

12.19 Information Systems (ATA46). Level 1 for Cat A and 2 for Cat B1.
You will notice the similar syllabus for both.
The units and components which furnish a means of storing, updating and retrieving digital information traditionally provide on paper, microfilm or microfiche. Includes units that are dedicated to the information storage and retrieval function such as the electronic library mass storage and controller. Does not include units or components installed for other uses and shared with other systems, such as flight deck printer or general use display
Typical example include Air Traffic and Information Management System and Network Server Systems
Aircraft General Information Systems;
Flight Deck Information System;
Maintenance Information System;
Passenger Cabin Information System;
Miscellaneous Information System;