The 51st IATA DGR has been published includes several changes. Continue reading
The FAA has released four advisory circulars to aid companies in complying with the changes to the manufacturing rules.
* AC 21-42 Transition Document for 14 CFR Parts 1, 21, 43, and 45
* AC 21-43 Production Under 14 CFR Part 21, Subparts F, G, K, and O
* AC 21-44 Issuance of Export Airworthiness Approvals Under 14 CFR Part 21 Subpart L
* AC 45-2D Identification and Registration Marking Continue reading
The FAA is seeking to issue new guidance on distinguishing major and minor design changes, but the draft, as written, could have significant unintended consequences on the PMA community. PMA companies should strongly consider reviewing and commenting on this proposed change – comments are due September 10 to the FAA Continue reading
The United States Government has indicted executives from Western Titanium, a metal supplier to Boeing, on claims that the titanium they provided failed to meet specifications. The Air Force has announced that, following a three year investigation, they concluded that the majority of the F-15 engine mounts made with Western’s titanium were weaker than what … Continue reading
The FAA has published for comment their study on the state of the rules that govern aftermarket activities. The Study is best known as the Repair, Alteration and Fabrication Team Report, or RAFT Report. The report has been made available for public comment before it is released in final form. The report was originally commissioned … Continue reading
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