FAA Air Agency Certificate Management for Saudia Technic

• This chapter outlines procedures for managing the FAA Air Agency Certificate, Operations Specifications (Opspecs), and related manuals for Saudia Technic (ST).

Certificate and Manual Control

• The original FAA Air Agency certificate and Opspecs are kept by the Director of Safety and Quality Assurance at King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA).
• The certificate is available for inspection by customers or the FAA.
• The certificate is valid from the date of issuance until expiration, unless surrendered, revoked, or suspended.

Certificate Issuance and Renewal

• ST prepares and submits FAA Form 8310-3 for certificate renewal at least 90 days before expiration.
• Amendments to the certificate or Opspecs are communicated to the FAA as early as possible, with necessary documentation.

Manual Control

• FAA approval is required for the FAA Training Program Manual and contracted maintenance function list.
• ST manuals are uploaded to the ST Portal upon approval.
• Changes are communicated via email.
• Electronic copies of manuals are accessible to ST personnel within the ST domain.
• Hard copies are distributed upon request.

Manual Distribution Records

• A distribution list is maintained to ensure timely distribution of hard copies and uploads to the ST intranet.
• The list includes manual names, control numbers, means of distribution, and revision dispatch status.

FAA RSQCM Revision Control

• Revisions to the FAA Repair Station and Quality Control Manual (RSQCM) are managed by the Director of Safety and Quality Assurance.
• Proposed revisions are examined for compliance with 14 CFRs.
• Approved revisions are uploaded to the ST Portal and communicated to relevant parties.

FAA Training Program Manual and Capability List Revisions

• Revisions to these documents follow specific processes outlined in the respective manuals.

Document and Forms Control

• Proposals to revise controlled forms and documents are submitted for approval before release.
• Changes are identified with justifications and referenced manuals/documents.
• Obsolete forms and documents are removed from the ST Portal to prevent their use.

Form Completion Instructions

• Approved forms include detailed instructions for completion, specifying when and how they should be filled out.
• The instructions detail who is responsible, and how they fit into the maintenance and recordkeeping processes.

This chapter details the management of the FAA Air Agency Certificate, Operations Specifications, and related manuals for Saudia Technic (ST). It covers certificate control, issuance, renewal, and manual updates, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations. The original certificate is maintained by the Director of Safety and Quality Assurance.