The FAA has released for comment Draft Order 8110.103C. This is an update to the Alternative Methods of Compliance (“AMOC”) guidance. AMOC are typically used when an airworthiness directive (“AD”) provides one resolution to a safety problem, but the AMOC applicant has another approach that achieves the same level of safety. One example would be … Continue reading
When a company known as an “OEM” violates the FAA production approval rules, it is important for the industry to take notice. The industry is filled with PMA companies that strive for compliance perfection on a daily basis. A recent FAA unapproved parts notice (“UPN”) issued against Safran Cabin highlights the importance of obtaining PMAs … Continue reading
U.S. tariffs on Airbus parts could help increase the competitiveness of FAA-PMA parts that do not have to pay U.S. tariffs. Continue reading
MARPA enjoyed a successful meeting with Aer Lingus on May 13th as part of MARPA’s outreach program. MARPA volunteers David Blythe (ADPma), Chase Harris (Wencor), and Jeremy Hahn (Jet Parts Engineering) joined MARPA President Jason Dickstein in this educational session covering PMA and DER subjects. The Aer Lingus team were great hosts, and had plenty … Continue reading
The Administration has pledged to reduce the regulatory burden and MARPA responded. We identified three special focus areas that reduce unnecessary burdens and increase safety. On April 3, the DOT published a Federal Register Notice entitled “Ensuring Lawful Regulation; Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory Costs.” This notice sought public comment to aid the administration in its … Continue reading
These upcoming meetings all represent prime opportunities for the PMA community Continue reading
Importing sub-components or raw materials for inclusion in your PMA Parts? Continue reading
The FAA has released for comment an updated draft of 8120.22B (Production Approval Procedures). It is open for comment through April 21, 2025. A cursory review shows that the in-line sample documents have been removed from the PMA section. This is an opportunity to ask the FAA to address some industry concerns, like directions that … Continue reading
The new revision to 8130.21J is open for public comment Continue reading
MARPA community alumnus Lee Benson is starting a Leadership lab. Continue reading
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