Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of the advisory circular?
To provide guidance to the aviation community for detecting suspected unapproved parts and reporting them to the FAA.
What is the new organization responsible for the SUP program?
The advisory circular AC 21-29C is still in effect.
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What does FAA Form 8120-11 serve as?
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How are suppliers evaluated according to FAA regulation 14 CFR, part 21?
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The responsible organization for the SUP program is the _________.
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Match the following parts of the advisory circular:
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Study Notes
Advisory Circular Overview
- Purpose of the advisory circular is to provide guidance on detecting and reporting suspected unapproved parts (SUP) to the FAA.
- It includes procedures for subscribing to email alerts for FAA Unapproved Parts Notifications (UPN) via the 'govdelivery' system.
- The circular updates contact info due to FAA reorganization as of July 24, 2017.
Key Changes
- Email alert instructions for UPNs are added to the advisory.
- Contact information for aircraft certification services has been revised.
- Previous version AC 21-29C has been cancelled, indicating a shift in authority to the Aircraft Certification Service (AIR).
Audience
- Applicable to individuals involved in producing, selling, distributing aircraft parts, and those performing maintenance or alterations.
Regulation and Compliance
- The change mandates that production approval holders (PAH) maintain quality systems that verify supplier components or services align with FAA-approved data.
- Suppliers should undergo initial evaluations, periodic assessments, and disapproval if necessary, emphasizing risk factors in the evaluation process.
Guidelines for Detection of SUP
- Positive identification of unapproved parts is challenging due to similarities with approved parts.
- Guidelines provided aim to prevent procurement and installation of unapproved parts in aircraft.
Supplier Evaluation Requirements
- While FAA regulations require evaluations for PAH, repair stations must still ensure quality during maintenance activities.
- Standards dictate that maintenance or alterations must uphold or improve the original condition of the aircraft or components involved.
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This quiz covers the key updates of Advisory Circular AC 21-29D, focusing on detecting and reporting suspected unapproved parts (SUP) to the FAA. It includes changes in email alert procedures and updated contact information following FAA reorganization. The information is crucial for those involved in aircraft parts production, sales, and maintenance.
