The FAA has released new guidance that clarifies the agency’s position concerning ICA licensing agreements. It will be unacceptable for ICA licensing agreements to include (1) Provisions that restrict sharing of ICAs between an operator and its maintenance contractors, (2) Provisions that restrict use of the ICAs where FAA has found the ICAs applicable (e.g. for PMA parts), (3) Provisions restricting the operator to only install OEM parts, (4) Provisions that require repairs or alterations to be OEM-approved, (5) Provisions restricting repair to only OEM-approved repair stations. Continue reading
Don’t forget that the deadline for submitting comments on the FAA’s DRAFT Order “Streamlined Process for Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA)” is just a week away (March 20). Continue reading
The FAA has issued an Advisory Circular (AC 20-176) detailing best practices for drafting Service Bulletins (SBs) related to Airworthiness Directives (ADs). Continue reading
The FAA has released for a comment an Order pertaining to a fast-track PMA approval process for non-complex parts. The Order is entitled “Streamlined Process for Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA).” Continue reading
The FAA has released the latest version of the Order 8130.21 to the public for comment (DRAFT Order 8130.21H). Manufacturers that are issuing 8130-3 tags (through ODA, DAR, DMIR or any other FAA delegation) will want to review the proposed changes in the “H” revision to make sure that they are consistent with industry best practices. Continue reading
Today, MARPA filed Comments on the Proposed FAA ICA Policy (Policy Statement, PS-AIR-21.50-01: Inappropriate DAH Restrictions on the Use and Availability of ICA). MARPA’s comments supported the policy, and provided both a historical and legal context for the acceptance of the FAA policy. Continue reading
The FAA has released a draft advisory circular (AC) that is meant to provide guidance and describe acceptable methods for demonstrating compliance with the engine control systems requirements of 14 C.F.R. 33.28. It is intended for those manufacturing or modifying electronic engine control systems (EECS).
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Agenda for the Closing Day of the 2011 MARPA Conference – October 14, 2011. Continue reading
Agenda for the First General Session Day of the 2011 MARPA Conference – October 13, 2011. Continue reading
The Day One Conference Agenda for the 2011 MARPA Annual Conference. Continue reading
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