Certification Process Phases

What is the primary objective of Phase 1 in the EASA Type Certification Process?

To perform a general familiarization of the certification project

What is the purpose of the 21.A.101 assessment in Phase 2 of the EASA Type Certification Process?

To assess the need to change the initial certification basis

What is the outcome of the compliance demonstration in Phase 4 of the EASA Type Certification Process?

Receipt of the Declaration of Compliance

What is the purpose of the Certification Programme (CP) in the EASA Type Certification Process?

To outline the certification plan and schedule Signup and view all the answers

Who signs the Certificate/Approval in the Certification Project Closure phase?

A person with proper delegation, other than the PCM who signed the TV Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Technical Visa in the EASA Type Certification Process?

To signify technical satisfaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Certification Flight Tests conducted by the FAA?

To evaluate the aircraft's performance, flight characteristics, and equipment operation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA)?

To provide maintenance and operation instructions for the aircraft Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the TIA issued by the FAA?

To indicate the applicant's test results package is acceptable Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an Engineering Certification Test?

To demonstrate compliance with a regulatory requirement Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Function and Reliability (F&R) Flight Testing?

To make all necessary flight tests for type certification Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of engineering analysis in the certification process?

To encompass a range of analytical techniques Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Operational and Maintenance Evaluations (AEG Responsibilities)?

To meet the FAA's operations and maintenance responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an applicant's flight tests?

To comply with FAR 21.35(a)(4) for research and development Signup and view all the answers

What is required for each aircraft, as per FAR 21.5?

An Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) Signup and view all the answers

What is required before conducting research or developmental flight tests on test aircraft?

An experimental airworthiness certificate Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the applicant's flight test data and report?

To substantiate compliance with the regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate responsibility of the applicant in the certification process?

To comply with the regulations that apply to the specific product or operation Signup and view all the answers