Damith Kasagala
Hitchin,Hertfordshire
Summary
EASA Part 147 authorized Aircraft Basic/Type instructor and knowledge examiner with 16 years of aviation training experience, specializing in Part 66 B1.1/A1 and A319/A320/A321, A330, and A340 aircraft. Expertise in designing and implementing training programs and materials while ensuring compliance with Part 147 regulations. Proven quality assurance skills across Part 145, Part 147, and ISO-9001 standards, along with extensive knowledge of Safety Management Systems (SMS). Focused on developing talent at all professional levels.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Aircraft Technical Instructor
Resource Group- UK ( UK.147.0046, EASA.147.0181)
Cirencester
04.2025 - Current
- Full-time delivery of theoretical and practical training, along with conducting knowledge examinations for Category B1.1, B2, and A1 aircraft maintenance training programmes.
- Carry out regular assessments and evaluations to monitor trainee progress and ensure learning objectives are met
Technical Training Manager- (Form 4 Post Holder)
SriLankan Airlines (EASA.147.0045)
Sri Lanka
08.2020 - 04.2025
- Oversaw end-to-end delivery of EASA Part 147 aircraft maintenance training programmes, consistently achieving key performance indicators.
- Directed compliance with EASA Regulation (EU 2023/989) through syllabus modernisation and established off-site practical training facilities.
- Led initiatives that expanded business, increasing training capacity by 200%.
- Obtained new approvals from Civil Aviation Authorities in Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh and Co-developed training programmes in collaboration with international partners.
- Delivered theoretical and practical training for basic (B1, B2, A1) and type-specific (A319–A321, A330, A340) and conducted knowledge examinations to ensure certification readiness.
Deputy Quality Manager
SriLankan Airlines (EASA 147.0045)
Sri Lanka
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Oversaw quality compliance for SriLankan Technical Training, ensuring EASA Part 147 standards adherence.
- Developed annual audit programme and executed audits across multiple jurisdictions efficiently.
- Coordinated regulatory audit preparations with EASA and civil aviation authorities in Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Pakistan.
- Implemented corrective actions to uphold continuous compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed instructor and examiner authorisation schemes, ensuring regulatory alignment and accurate record-keeping.
- Directed quality systems at SriLankan Aviation College, ensuring conformity with IATA, ISO 9001-2015, and CAASL regulations.
Aircraft Engineering Instructor- Basic/Type (B1.1)
SriLankan Airlines( EASA 147.0045)
Sri Lanka
12.2008 - 08.2020
- Delivered EASA approved aircraft maintenance training across Basic (B1, B2, A1) and Type (A319/A320/A321, A330, A340) level-3 using classroom and practical training.
- Instructed engineering and regulatory training programs, including company procedures, aviation legislation and Engine Ground Runs on Airbus A320, A330 and A340 types.
- Developed comprehensive training materials, lesson plans, TNAs, and task cards, adhering to EASA regulations.
- Served as a Knowledge Examiner and assessor, preparing exam questions and practical evaluations. Also conducted approval interviews with licensed professionals for type authorisation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Moratuwa
Sri LnakaAircraft Maintenance Training course - Instructors - B1.1/B2
SriLankan Technical Training (EASA.147.0045)
Sri Lanka 2008 - 2010
Post Graduate Management Development Programme - Management
Post Graduate Institute of Management
Sri Lanka 2019/ - 2020/
Skills
- Part 66 Basic Training (B11/A1)
- Type Training ( A319/A320/A321, A330, A340)
- Knowledge Examinations and Assessments
- Development of Training Programs, Materials, TNA and MTOE
- Managing Training Organisations (Part 147)
- Quality Assurance (Part 145, Part 147, ISO-9001)
- Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Certification
- EASA Part 147 Basic Instructor, Knowledge Examiner, Practical Instructor – Category B1.1
- EASA Part 147 Type Instructor & Knowledge Examiner (Airbus A319,A320,A321, A330, A340, engines: IAE V2500, CFM 56 5B, CFM LEAP 1A, RB211-Trent 700, CFM 56 5C)
- Engine Ground Run Instructor – IAE V2500, CFM 56, CFM LEAP 1A, RB211-Trent 700, CFM 56 5C
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor
Instructor Professional Qualifications/Training
- Train the Trainer Qualifications
Train the Trainer(Advanced) - IATA Training and Development Institute
Training of Trainers Programme
- Leadership/Management Qualifications
Post Graduate Management Development Programme (2019-2020)
Certificate Level in Business Accounting –(Chartered Institute of Management Accountants -UK)
Completed 20 Harvard Manage Mentor Modules
- Instructor/Knowledge Examiner/Auditor Authorisation Training
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (Quality Management System) Training,
Examiner, Training- Examination Procedures and Part 66 Examination Standards Training
Training Programme for Practical Assessors,
Human Factors in Aircraft Maintenance
Piston Engine Training
Helicopter Aerodynamics Training
Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications/Training
- Airbus A319/A320/A321 (IAE V2500 / CFM 56) Type Training
Level 3 Training- A319, A320, A321 (IAE V2500 & CFM 56) B1.1
Engine Ground Run Training: A319, A320, A321 (IAE V2500 & CFM 56)
APS3200 Auxiliary Power Unit Line Maintenance Training
- Airbus NEO A319/A320/A321 (CFM LEAP 1A) Type Training
Level 3 Training- A319, A320, A321 (IAE V2500/CFM 56) to Airbus A319, A320, A321 NEO (CFM LEAP 1A) B1+B2
Engine Ground Run Training: A319, A320, A321NEO (CFM LEAP 1A)
- Airbus A330 (Rolls-Royce Trent 700) Type Training
Level 3 Training- A330 (Rolls-Royce Trent 700) B1.1
Engine Ground Run Training: A330 (Rolls-Royce Trent 700)
Borescope Inspection Training: RB211-Trent 700 (Airbus A330)
Airbus Maintenance Instructor Course (AMIC), Pedagogical Core Course & A330-200/300 Practical Training Devices Training
- Airbus A340 (CFM 56) Type Training
Level 3 Training- A330 to Airbus A340 (CFM 56) Differences B1
Engine Ground Run Training: A340 (CFM 56)
- Basic Training in Aircraft Maintenance
Training Course in Aircraft Maintenance for Instructors – B1.1(2008 -2010)
Timeline
Aircraft Technical Instructor
Resource Group- UK ( UK.147.0046, EASA.147.0181)
04.2025 - Current
Technical Training Manager- (Form 4 Post Holder)
SriLankan Airlines (EASA.147.0045)
08.2020 - 04.2025
Deputy Quality Manager
SriLankan Airlines (EASA 147.0045)
08.2018 - 08.2020
Aircraft Engineering Instructor- Basic/Type (B1.1)
SriLankan Airlines( EASA 147.0045)
12.2008 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Moratuwa
Aircraft Maintenance Training course - Instructors - B1.1/B2
SriLankan Technical Training (EASA.147.0045)
2008 - 2010
Post Graduate Management Development Programme - Management
Post Graduate Institute of Management
2019/ - 2020/
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