Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014Show full title

ANNEX I U.K. (Part-M)

M.1 U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F1 Annex 1 point M.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 246(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

SECTION A U.K. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

SUBPART A GENERAL U.K.

[F2 [X1 M.A.101 Scope U.K.

This Section establishes the measures to be taken to ensure that the airworthiness of aircraft is maintained, including its maintenance. It also specifies the conditions to be met by the persons or organisations involved in such activities.]]

Editorial Information

X1 Substituted by Corrigendum to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1383 of 8 July 2019 amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards safety management systems in continuing airworthiness management organisations and alleviations for general aviation aircraft concerning maintenance and continuing airworthiness management (Official Journal of the European Union L 228 of 4 September 2019).

Textual Amendments

F2 Substituted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1383 of 8 July 2019 amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards safety management systems in continuing airworthiness management organisations and alleviations for general aviation aircraft concerning maintenance and continuing airworthiness management (Text with EEA relevance).

SUBPART B ACCOUNTABILITY U.K.

M.A.201 Responsibilities U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 The owner of the aircraft shall be responsible for the continuing airworthiness of aircraft and shall ensure that no flight takes place unless all of the following requirements are met:

(1)

the aircraft is maintained in an airworthy condition;

(2)

any operational and emergency equipment fitted is correctly installed and serviceable or clearly identified as unserviceable;

(3)

the airworthiness certificate is valid;

(4)

the maintenance of the aircraft is performed in accordance with the AMP specified in point M.A.302.]]

(b)

When the aircraft is leased, the responsibilities of the owner are transferred to the lessee if:

1.

the lessee is stipulated on the registration document; or

2.

detailed in the leasing contract.

When reference is made in this Part to the ‘owner’, the term owner covers the owner or the lessee, as applicable.

(c)

Any person or organisation performing maintenance shall be responsible for the tasks performed.

(d)

[F3 [F2 [X1 The pilot-in-command or, in the case of aircraft used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the operator, shall be responsible for the satisfactory accomplishment of the pre-flight inspection. That inspection shall be carried out by the pilot or another qualified person and shall not need to be carried out by an approved maintenance organisation or by certifying staff.

(e)

[F4 In the case of aircraft used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 (1) the operator shall be responsible for the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft it operates and shall:

(1)

ensure that no flight takes place unless the conditions set out in point (a) are met;

(2)

take the necessary steps to ensure its approval as a continuing airworthiness management organisation ( ‘ CAMO ’ ) pursuant to Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M), as part of air operator certificate for the aircraft it operates;

(3)

take the necessary steps to ensure its approval in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) or conclude a written contract in accordance with point CAMO.A.315(c) of Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or point M.A.708(c) of this Annex (Part-M) with an organisation which has been approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145).

(f)

For complex motor-powered aircraft used for commercial specialised operations, for CAT operations other than those performed by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 or by commercial Approved Training Organisations (‘ATO’) and Declared Training Organisations (‘DTO’) referred to in Article 10a of Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 (2) , the operator shall ensure that:

(1)

no flight takes place unless the conditions set out in point (a) are met;

(2)

the tasks associated with continuing airworthiness are performed by a CAMO approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M); when the operator is not a CAMO approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M), it shall conclude a written contract as regards the performance of those tasks in accordance with Appendix I to this Annex with an organisation approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M);

(3)

the CAMO referred to in point (2) is approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) as an organisation to qualify for the issue of an approval for the maintenance of aircraft and of components for installation thereon, or that CAMO has concluded a written contract in accordance with point CAMO.A.315(c) of Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or point M.A.708(c) of this Annex (Part-M) with organisations approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145).

(g)

For complex motor-powered aircraft not included in points (e) and (f), the owner shall ensure that:

(1)

no flight takes place unless the conditions set out in point (a) are met;

(2)

the tasks associated with continuing airworthiness are performed by a CAMO approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M); when the owner is not a CAMO approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M), it shall conclude a written contract as regards the performance of those tasks in accordance with Appendix I to this Annex with an organisation approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M);

(3)

the CAMO referred to in point (2) is approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) as an organisation to qualify for the issue of an approval for the maintenance of aircraft and of components for installation thereon, or that CAMO has concluded a written contract in accordance with point CAMO.A.315(c) of Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or point M.A.708(c) of this Annex (Part-M) with organisations approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145).

(h)

For aircraft other than complex motor-powered aircraft used for commercial specialised operations or for CAT operations other than those performed by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, or by commercial ATOs and commercial DTOs referred to in Article 10a of Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011, the operator shall ensure that:

(1)

no flight takes place unless the conditions set out in point (a) are met;

(2)

the tasks associated with continuing airworthiness are performed by a CAMO approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M), or a combined airworthiness organisation ( ‘ CAO ’ ) approved in accordance with Annex Vd (Part-CAO); when the operator is not a CAMO approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M), or a CAO approved in accordance with Annex Vd (Part-CAO), it shall conclude a written contract in accordance with Appendix I to this Annex with a CAMO approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M), or a CAO approved in accordance with Annex Vd (Part-CAO);

(3)

the CAMO or CAO referred to in point (2) is approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) or in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex (Part-M), or as a CAO with maintenance privileges, or that CAMO has concluded a written contract in accordance with point CAMO.A.315(c) of Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or point M.A.708(c) of this Annex (Part-M) with organisations approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) or in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO) with maintenance privileges.

(i)

For aircraft other than complex motor-powered aircraft not included in points (e) and (h), or used for limited operations, the owner shall ensure that flight takes place only if the conditions set out in point (a) are met. To that end, the owner shall:

(1)

attribute the continuing airworthiness tasks referred to in point M.A.301 to a CAMO or CAO through a written contract concluded in accordance with Appendix I; or

(2)

carry out those tasks himself; or

(3)

carry out those tasks himself except the tasks of the development of and the processing of the approval of the AMP, only if those tasks are performed by a CAMO or CAO through a limited contract concluded in accordance with point M.A.302.]]]

(j)

The owner/operator shall ensure that any person authorised by the [F5 CAA] is granted access to any of its facilities, aircraft or documents related to its activities, including any subcontracted activities, to determine compliance with this Part.]

(k)

[F4 Where an aircraft included in an air operator certificate is used for non-commercial operations or specialised operations under point ORO.GEN.310 of Annex III or point NCO.GEN.104 of Annex VII to Regulation (EU) No 965/2012, the operator shall ensure that the tasks associated with continuing airworthiness are performed by the CAMO approved in accordance with Annex Vc (Part-CAMO) or Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M) or the combined airworthiness organisation ( ‘ CAO ’ ) approved in accordance with Annex Vd (Part-CAO), whichever applicable, of the air operator certificate holder.]

Textual Amendments

F3 Substituted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1536 of 16 September 2015 amending Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards alignment of rules for continuing airworthiness with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008, critical maintenance tasks and aircraft continuing airworthiness monitoring (Text with EEA relevance).

F4 Substituted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/270 of 25 February 2020 amending Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards transitional measures for organisations involved in the continuing airworthiness for general aviation and continuing airworthiness management and correcting that Regulation (Text with EEA relevance).

F5 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.201(j) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 247(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F2 [X1 M.A.202 Occurrence reporting U.K.

(a)

Without prejudice to the reporting requirements set out in Annex II (Part-145) and Annex Vc (Part-CAMO), any person or organisation responsible in accordance with point M.A.201 shall report any identified condition of an aircraft or component which endangers flight safety to:

(1)

[F6 the CAA;]

(2)

to the organisation responsible for the type design or supplemental type design.

(b)

The reports referred to in point (a) shall be made in a manner determined by the [F7 CAA] and shall contain all pertinent information about the condition known to the person or organisation making the report.

(c)

Where the maintenance or the airworthiness review of the aircraft is carried out on the basis of a written contract, the person or the organisation responsible for those activities shall also report any condition referred to in point (a) to the owner and the operator of the aircraft and, when different, to the CAMO or CAO concerned.

(d)

The person or organisation shall submit the reports referred to in points (a) and (c) as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours from the moment when the person or organisation identified the condition to which the report relates, unless exceptional circumstances prevent this.

(e)

The person or organisation shall submit a follow-up report, providing details of actions which that person or organisation intends to take to prevent similar occurrences in the future, as soon as those actions have been identified. The follow-up report shall be submitted in a form and manner established by the [F8 CAA].]]

Textual Amendments

F6 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.202(a)(1) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(3)(a)

F7 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.202(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(3)(b)

F8 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.202(e) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(3)(c)

SUBPART C CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS U.K.

[F2 [X1 M.A.301 Continuing airworthiness tasks U.K.

The aircraft continuing airworthiness and the serviceability of operational and emergency equipment shall be ensured by:

(a)

the accomplishment of pre-flight inspections;

(b)

the rectification of any defect and damage affecting safe operation in accordance with data specified in points M.A.304 and M.A.401, as applicable, while taking into account the minimum equipment list ( ‘ MEL ’ ) and configuration deviation list, when they exist;

(c)

the accomplishment of all maintenance in accordance with the AMP referred to in point M.A.302;

(d)

the release of all maintenance in accordance with Subpart H;

(e)

for all complex motor-powered aircraft or aircraft used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the analysis of the effectiveness of the approved AMP referred to in point M.A.302;

(f)

the accomplishment of any applicable:

(1)

airworthiness directive (AD);

(2)

operational directive with a continuing airworthiness impact;

(3)

continuing airworthiness requirement established by the [F9 CAA];

(4)

measures required by the [F10 CAA] in immediate reaction to a safety problem;

(g)

the accomplishment of modifications and repairs in accordance with point M.A.304;

(h)

delivering to the pilot-in-command, or to the operator in the case of air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the mass and balance statement reflecting the current configuration of the aircraft;

(i)

maintenance check flights, when necessary.

Textual Amendments

F9 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.301(f)(3) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(2)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 19(2)(a)(b)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F10 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.301(f)(4) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(2)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 19(2)(a)(c)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.302 Aircraft maintenance programme U.K.

(a)

Maintenance of each aircraft shall be organised in accordance with an AMP.

(b)

The AMP and any subsequent amendments thereto shall be approved by the [F11 CAA].

(c)

[F4 When the continuing airworthiness of aircraft is managed by a CAMO or CAO, or when there is a limited contract between the owner and a CAMO or CAO concluded in accordance with point M.A.201(i)(3), the AMP and its amendments may be approved through an indirect approval procedure.

In that case, the indirect approval procedure shall be established by the CAMO or CAO concerned as part of the continuing airworthiness management exposition ( ‘ CAME ’ ) referred to in point CAMO.A.300 of Annex Vc or point M.A.704 of this Annex, or as part of the combined airworthiness exposition ( ‘ CAE ’ ) referred to in point CAO.A.025 of Annex Vd and shall be approved by the [F12 CAA].]

F13 ...

(d)

The AMP shall demonstrate compliance with:

(1)

the instructions issued by the [F14 CAA];

(2)

the instructions for continuing airworthiness:

(i)

issued by the holders of the type certificate, restricted type certificate, supplemental type certificate, major repair design approval, [F15 UKTSO] authorisation or any other relevant approval issued under Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012;

(ii)

included in the certification specifications referred to in point 21.A.90B or 21.A.431B of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012, if applicable;

(e)

By derogation to point (d), the owner or the organisation managing the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft may deviate from the instruction referred to in point (d)(2) and propose escalated intervals in the AMP, based on data obtained from sufficient reviews carried out in accordance with point (h). Indirect approval is not permitted for the escalation of safety-related tasks. The owner or the organisation managing the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft may also propose additional instructions in the AMP.

(f)

The AMP shall contain details of all maintenance to be carried out, including frequency and any specific tasks linked to the type and specificity of operations.

(g)

For complex motor-powered aircraft, when the AMP is based on maintenance steering group logic or on condition monitoring, the AMP shall include a reliability programme.

(h)

The AMP shall be subject to periodic reviews and be amended accordingly when necessary. Those reviews shall ensure that the AMP continues to be up to date and valid in light of the operating experience and instructions from the [F16 CAA] , while taking into account new or modified maintenance instructions issued by the type certificate and supplemental type certificate holders and any other organisation that publishes such data in accordance with Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.]]

Textual Amendments

F11 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.302(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(3)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F12 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.302(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(3)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 19(3)(a)(i)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F13 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.302(c) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(3)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 19(3)(a)(ii)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F14 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.302(d)(1) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(3)(c)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 19(3)(b)(i)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F15 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.302(d)(2)(i) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(3)(c)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 19(3)(b)(ii)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F16 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.302(h) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(3)(e) (as substituted by S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 19(3)(d)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.303 Airworthiness directives U.K.

Any applicable airworthiness directive must be carried out within the requirements of that airworthiness directive, unless otherwise specified by the [F17 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F17 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.303 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(4) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F2 [X1 M.A.304 Data for modifications and repairs U.K.

A person or organisation repairing an aircraft or a component, shall assess any damage. Modifications and repairs shall be carried out using, as appropriate, the following data:

(a)

approved by the [F18 CAA];

(b)

approved by a design organisation complying with Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012;

(c)

contained in the requirements referred to in point 21.A.90B or 21.A.431B of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.]]

Textual Amendments

F18 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.304 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(4) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F2 [X1 M.A.305 Aircraft continuing airworthiness record system U.K.

(a)

At the completion of any maintenance, aircraft certificate of release to service ( ‘ CRS ’ ) required by point M.A.801 or point 145.A.50, as applicable, shall be entered in the aircraft continuing airworthiness record system, as soon as practicable and no later than 30 days after the completion of any maintenance.

(b)

The aircraft continuing airworthiness record system shall contain the following:

1.

the date of the entry, the total in-service life accumulated in the applicable parameter for aircraft, engine(s) and/or propeller(s);

2.

the aircraft continuing airworthiness records described in points (c) and (d) below together with the supporting detailed maintenance records described in point (e) below;

3.

if required by point M.A.306, the aircraft technical log.

(c)

The aircraft continuing airworthiness records shall include the current mass and balance report and the current status of:

1.

ADs and measures mandated by the [F19 CAA] in immediate reaction to a safety problem;

2.

modifications and repairs;

3.

compliance with the AMP;

4.

deferred maintenance tasks and deferred defects rectification.

(d)

The aircraft continuing airworthiness records shall include the current status specific to components of:

1.

life-limited parts, including the life accumulated by each affected part in relation to the applicable airworthiness limitation parameter; and

2.

time-controlled components, including the life accumulated by the affected components in the applicable parameter, since the last accomplishment of scheduled maintenance, as specified in the AMP.

(e)

The owner or operator shall establish a system to keep the following documents and data in a form acceptable to the [F20 CAA] and for the periods specified below:

1.

aircraft technical log system: the technical log or other data equivalent in scope and detail, covering the 36 months period prior to the last entry,

2.

the CRS and detailed maintenance records:

(i)

demonstrating compliance with ADs and measures mandated by the [F20 CAA] in immediate reaction to a safety problem applicable to the aircraft, engine(s), propeller(s) and components fitted thereto, as appropriate, until such time as the information contained therein is superseded by new information equivalent in scope and detail but covering a period not shorter than 36 months;

(ii)

demonstrating compliance with the applicable data in accordance with point M.A.304 for current modifications and repairs to the aircraft, engine(s), propeller(s) and any component subject to airworthiness limitations; and

(iii)

of all scheduled maintenance or other maintenance required for continuing airworthiness of aircraft, engine(s), propeller(s), as appropriate, until such time as the information contained therein is superseded by new information equivalent in scope and detail but covering a period not shorter than 36 months.

3.

data specific to certain components:

(i)

an in-service history record for each life-limited part based on which the current status of compliance with airworthiness limitations is determined;

(ii)

the CRS and detailed maintenance records for the last accomplishment of any scheduled maintenance and any subsequent unscheduled maintenance of all life-limited parts and time-controlled components until the scheduled maintenance has been superseded by another scheduled maintenance of equivalent scope and detail but covering a period not shorter than 36 months;

(iii)

the CRS and owner's acceptance statement for any component that is fitted to an ELA2 aircraft without an [F21 CAA Form 1] in accordance with point (c) of point 21.A.307 of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 but covering a period not shorter than 36 months.

4.

Record-keeping periods when the aircraft is permanently withdrawn from service:

(i)

the data required by point (b)(1) of point M.A.305 in respect of aircraft, engine(s), and propeller(s) which shall be retained for at least 12 months;

(ii)

the last effective status and reports as identified under points (c) and (d) of point M.A.305 which shall be retained for at least 12 months; and

(iii)

the most recent CRS(s) and detailed maintenance records as identified under points (e)(2)(ii) and (e)(3)(i) of point M.A.305 which shall be retained for at least 12 months.

(f)

The person or organisation responsible for the management of continuing airworthiness tasks pursuant to point M.A.201 shall comply with the requirements regarding the aircraft continuing airworthiness record system and present the records to the [F22 CAA] upon request.

(g)

All entries made in the aircraft continuing airworthiness record system shall be clear and accurate. When it is necessary to correct an entry, the correction shall be made in a manner that clearly shows the original entry.]]

Textual Amendments

F19 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.305(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by S.I. 2019/645, reg. 248(5)(a) (as substituted by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(3), 19(4))

F20 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.305(e) substituted (31.12.2020) by S.I. 2019/645, reg. 248(5)(a) (as substituted by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(3), 19(4))

F21 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.305(e) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(5)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F22 Word in Annex 1 M.A.305(f) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 248(5)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F3 M.A.306 Aircraft technical log system] U.K.

(a)

[F3 [F2 [X1 In addition to the requirements of point M.A.305, for CAT, commercial specialised operations and commercial ATO or commercial DTO operations, the operator shall use a technical log system containing the following information for each aircraft:]]

1.

information about each flight, necessary to ensure continued flight safety, and;

2.

the current aircraft certificate of release to service, and;

3.

the current maintenance statement giving the aircraft maintenance status of what scheduled and out of phase maintenance is next due except that the [F23 CAA] may agree to the maintenance statement being kept elsewhere, and;

4.

all outstanding deferred defects rectifications that affect the operation of the aircraft, and;

5.

any necessary guidance instructions on maintenance support arrangements.]

(b)

[F4 The initial issue of aircraft technical log system shall be approved by the [F24 CAA]. Any subsequent amendment to that system shall be managed in accordance with point CAMO.A.300(c), or points M.A.704(b) and (c), or point CAO.A.025(c).]

(c)

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Editorial Information

X2 Deleted by Corrigendum to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1383 of 8 July 2019 amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards safety management systems in continuing airworthiness management organisations and alleviations for general aviation aircraft concerning maintenance and continuing airworthiness management (Official Journal of the European Union L 228 of 4 September 2019).

Textual Amendments

F23 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.306(a)(3) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(4)(a)

F24 Word in Annex 1 M.A.306(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(4)(b)

M.A.307 Transfer of aircraft continuing airworthiness records U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 When an aircraft is permanently transferred from one owner or operator to another, the transferring owner or operator shall ensure that the continuing airworthiness records referred to in point M.A.305 and, if applicable the technical log system referred to in point M.A.306, are also transferred.

(b)

When the owner contracts the continuing airworthiness management tasks to a CAMO or CAO, the owner shall ensure that the continuing airworthiness records referred to in point M.A.305 are transferred to that contracted organisation.

(c)

The time periods for the retention of records set out in point (e) of point M.A.305 shall continue to apply to the new owner, operator, CAMO or CAO.]]

SUBPART D MAINTENANCE STANDARDS U.K.

M.A.401 Maintenance data U.K.

(a)

The person or organisation maintaining an aircraft shall have access to and use only applicable current maintenance data in the performance of maintenance including modifications and repairs.

(b)

For the purposes of this Part, applicable maintenance data is:

1.

any applicable requirement, procedure, standard or information issued by the [F25 CAA],

2.

any applicable airworthiness directive,

3.

applicable instructions for continuing airworthiness, issued by type certificate holders, supplementary type certificate holders and any other organisation that publishes such data in accordance with Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.

4.

any applicable data issued in accordance with point 145.A.45(d).

(c)

The person or organisation maintaining an aircraft shall ensure that all applicable maintenance data is current and readily available for use when required. The person or organisation shall establish a work card or worksheet system to be used and shall either transcribe accurately the maintenance data onto such work cards or worksheets or make precise reference to the particular maintenance task or tasks contained in such maintenance data.

Textual Amendments

F25 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.401(b)(1) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 249 (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F3 M.A.402 Performance of maintenance U.K.

Except for maintenance performed by a maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145), any person or organisation performing maintenance shall:

(a)

be qualified for the tasks performed, as required by this part;

(b)

ensure that the area in which maintenance is carried out is well organised and clean in respect of dirt and contamination;

(c)

use the methods, techniques, standards and instructions specified in the M.A.401 maintenance data;

(d)

use the tools, equipment and material specified in the M.A.401 maintenance data. If necessary, tools and equipment shall be controlled and calibrated to an officially recognised standard;

(e)

ensure that maintenance is performed within any environmental limitations specified in the M.A.401 maintenance data;

(f)

ensure that proper facilities are used in case of inclement weather or lengthy maintenance;

(g)

ensure that the risk of multiple errors during maintenance and the risk of errors being repeated in identical maintenance tasks are minimised;

(h)

ensure that an error capturing method is implemented after the performance of any critical maintenance task; and

(i)

carry out a general verification after completion of maintenance to ensure the aircraft or component is clear of all tools, equipment and any extraneous parts or material, and that all access panels removed have been refitted.]

M.A.403 Aircraft defects U.K.

(a)

Any aircraft defect that hazards seriously the flight safety shall be rectified before further flight.

(b)

[F3 Only the authorised certifying staff, according to points M.A.801(b)1, M.A.801(b)2, M.A.801(c), M.A.801(d) or Annex II (Part-145) can decide, using M.A.401 maintenance data, whether an aircraft defect hazards seriously the flight safety and therefore decide when and which rectification action shall be taken before further flight and which defect rectification can be deferred. However, this does not apply when the MEL is used by the pilot or by the authorised certifying staff.

(c)

Any aircraft defect that would not hazard seriously the flight safety shall be rectified as soon as practicable, after the date the aircraft defect was first identified and within any limits specified in the maintenance data or the MEL.]

(d)

[F2 [X1 Any defect not rectified before flight shall be recorded in the aircraft continuing airworthiness record system referred to in point M.A.305 or, if applicable in the aircraft technical log system referred to in point M.A.306.]]

SUBPART E COMPONENTS U.K.

[F26 M.A.501 Classification and installation U.K.

(a)

All components shall be classified into the following categories:

(1)

[F2 [X1 Components which are in a satisfactory condition, released on [F27 a CAA Form 1] or equivalent and marked in accordance with Subpart Q of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012, unless otherwise specified in Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 or in this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO).]]

(2)

Unserviceable components which shall be maintained in accordance with this Regulation.

(3)

[F2 [X1 Components categorised as unsalvageable because they have reached their mandatory life limitation or contain a non-repairable defect.]]

(4)

Standard parts used on an aircraft, engine, propeller or other aircraft component when specified in the maintenance data and accompanied by evidence of conformity traceable to the applicable standard.

(5)

Material both raw and consumable used in the course of maintenance when the organisation is satisfied that the material meets the required specification and has appropriate traceability. All materials must be accompanied by documentation clearly relating to the particular material and containing a conformity to specification statement plus both the manufacturing and supplier source.

(b)

Components, standard parts and material shall only be installed on an aircraft or a component when they are in a satisfactory condition, belong to one of the categories listed in point (a) and the applicable maintenance data specifies the particular component, standard part or material.]

Textual Amendments

F27 Words in Annex 1 M.A.501(a)(1) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 250(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Textual Amendments

F26 Substituted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/1142 of 14 August 2018 amending Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards the introduction of certain categories of aircraft maintenance licences, the modification of the acceptance procedure of components from external suppliers and the modification of the maintenance training organisations' privileges (Text with EEA relevance).

[F2 [X1 M.A.502 Component maintenance U.K.

(a)

The maintenance of components shall be performed by maintenance organisations approved in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex or with Annex II (Part-145) or with Annex Vd (Part-CAO), as applicable.

(b)

[F4 By derogation from point (a), where a component is fitted to the aircraft, the maintenance of such component may be performed by an aircraft maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex or with Annex II (Part-145) or with Annex Vd (Part-CAO) or by certifying staff referred to in point M.A.801(b)(1).] Such maintenance shall be performed in accordance with aircraft maintenance data or in accordance with component maintenance data if the [F28 CAA] agreed. Such aircraft maintenance organisation or certifying staff may temporarily remove the component for maintenance if this is necessary to improve access to the component, except where additional maintenance is required due to the removal. Component maintenance performed in accordance with this point shall not be eligible for the issuance of [F29 a CAA Form 1] and shall be subject to the aircraft release requirements provided for in point M.A.801.

(c)

By derogation from point (a), where a component is fitted to the engine or auxiliary power unit ( ‘ APU ’ ), the maintenance of such component may be performed by an engine maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex, or with Annex II (Part-145) or with Annex Vd (Part-CAO). Such maintenance shall be performed in accordance with engine or APU maintenance data or in accordance with component maintenance data if agreed by the [F30 CAA]. Such B-rated organisation may temporarily remove the component for maintenance if this is necessary to improve access to the component, except where additional maintenance is required due to the removal.

Textual Amendments

F28 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.502(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 250(3)(a)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F29 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.502(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 250(3)(a)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F30 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.502(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 250(3)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Points (a) to (c) above shall not apply to components referred to in point (c) of point 21.A.307 of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.

(d)

[F4 Maintenance of components referred to in point (c) of point 21.A.307 of Annex I (Part 21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012, where the component is fitted to the aircraft or is temporarily removed to improve access, shall be performed by an aircraft maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex or with Annex II (Part-145) or with Annex Vd (Part-CAO), as applicable, by certifying staff referred to in point M.A.801(b)(1) or by the pilot-owner referred to in point M.A.801(b)(2).] Component maintenance performed in accordance with this point shall not be eligible for the issuance of [F31 a CAA Form 1] and shall be subject to the aircraft release requirements provided for in point M.A.801.]]

Textual Amendments

F31 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.502(d) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 250(3)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F2 [X1 M.A.503 Life-limited parts and time-controlled components U.K.

(a)

[F4 Installed life-limited parts and time-controlled components shall not exceed the approved limitation as specified in the AMP and ADs, except as provided for in point M.A.504(b).]

(b)

When the approved limitation expires, the component shall be removed from the aircraft for maintenance, or for disposal in the case of life-limited parts.]]

[F26 M.A.504 Segregation of components U.K.

(a)

Unserviceable and unsalvageable components shall be segregated from serviceable components, standards parts and materials.

(b)

[F2 [X1 Unsalvageable components shall not be permitted to re-enter the component supply system unless the mandatory life limitation has been extended or a repair solution has been approved in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.]]]

SUBPART F MAINTENANCE ORGANISATION U.K.

[F3 M.A.601 Scope U.K.

This Subpart establishes the requirements to be met by an organisation to qualify for the issue or continuation of an approval for the maintenance of aircraft other than complex motor powered aircraft and components to be installed therein not used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008.]

M.A.602 Application U.K.

An application for issue or change of a maintenance organisation approval shall be made on a form and in a manner established by the [F32 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F32 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.602 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.603 Extent of approval U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 An organisation involved in activities subject to this Subpart shall not exercise its activities unless approved by the [F33 CAA]. To that aim, the [F33 CAA] shall use the template set out in Appendix V.

(b)

The scope of work subject to approval shall be specified in the maintenance organisation manual in accordance with point M.A.604. Classes and ratings to be used for the approval of maintenance organisations are set out in Appendix IV of this Part.]]

(c)

An approved maintenance organisation may fabricate, in conformity with maintenance data, a restricted range of parts for the use in the course of undergoing work within its own facilities, as identified in the maintenance organisation manual.

Textual Amendments

F33 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.603 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.604 Maintenance organisation manual U.K.

(a)

The maintenance organisation shall provide a manual containing at least the following information:

1.

[F2 [X1 a statement signed by the accountable manager appointed in accordance with point M.A.606, point (a) which confirms that the organisation will at all times carry out its activities in accordance with the requirements of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, and with the manual;]]

2.

the organisation's scope of work, and;

3.

the title(s) and name(s) of person(s) referred to in point M.A.606(b), and;

4.

an organisation chart showing associated chains of responsibility between the person(s) referred to in point M.A.606(b), and;

5.

[F34 [F4 a list of certifying staff and, if applicable, airworthiness review staff, with their scope of approval, and;]

6.

a list of locations where maintenance is carried out, together with a general description of the facilities, and;]

7.

procedures specifying how the maintenance organisation ensures compliance with this Part, and;

8.

the maintenance organisation manual amendment procedure(s).

(b)

The maintenance organisation manual and its amendments shall be approved by the [F35 CAA].

(c)

Notwithstanding point (b) minor amendments to the manual may be approved through a procedure (hereinafter called indirect approval).

Textual Amendments

F34 Substituted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1088 of 3 July 2015 amending Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards alleviations for maintenance procedures for general aviation aircraft.

F35 Word in Annex 1 points M.A.604 and M.A.606 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(2) (as amended by S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 20(a)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.605 Facilities U.K.

The organisation shall ensure that:

(a)

Facilities are provided for all planned work, specialised workshops and bays are segregated as appropriate, to ensure protection from contamination and the environment.

(b)

Office accommodation is provided for the management of all planned work including in particular, the completion of maintenance records.

(c)

Secure storage facilities are provided for components, equipment, tools and material. Storage conditions shall ensure segregation of unserviceable components and material from all other components, material, equipment and tools. Storage conditions shall be in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions and access shall be restricted to authorised personnel.

M.A.606 Personnel requirements U.K.

(a)

The organisation shall appoint an accountable manager, who has corporate authority for ensuring that all maintenance required by the customer can be financed and carried out to the standard required by this Part.

(b)

A person or group of persons shall be nominated with the responsibility of ensuring that the organisation is always in compliance with this Subpart. Such person(s) shall be ultimately responsible to the accountable manager.

(c)

All point (b) persons shall be able to show relevant knowledge, background and appropriate experience related to aircraft and/or component maintenance.

(d)

The organisation shall have appropriate staff for the normal expected contracted work. The use of temporarily sub-contracted staff is permitted in the case of higher than normally expected contracted work and only for personnel not issuing a certificate of release to service.

(e)

[F4 The qualification of all personnel involved in maintenance and airworthiness reviews shall be demonstrated and recorded.]

(f)

Personnel who carry out specialised tasks such as welding, non-destructive testing/inspection other than colour contrast shall be qualified in accordance with an officially recognised standard.

(g)

[F26 The maintenance organisation shall have sufficient certifying staff to issue certificates of release to service for aircraft and components provided for in points M.A.612 and M.A.613. The staff shall comply with the following requirements:

1.

Annex III (Part-66) in the case of aircraft;

2.

Article 5(6) of this Regulation in the case of components.]

(h)

By derogation from point (g), the organisation may use certifying staff qualified in accordance with the following provisions when providing maintenance support to operators involved in commercial operations, subject to appropriate procedures to be approved as part of the organisation's manual:

1.

For a repetitive pre-flight airworthiness directive which specifically states that the flight crew may carry out such airworthiness directive, the organisation may issue a limited certifying staff authorisation to the aircraft commander on the basis of the flight crew licence held, provided that the organisation ensures that sufficient practical training has been carried out to ensure that such person can accomplish the airworthiness directive to the required standard;

2.

In the case of aircraft operating away from a supported location the organisation may issue a limited certifying staff authorisation to the aircraft commander on the basis of the flight crew licence, provided that the organisation ensures that sufficient practical training has been carried out to ensure that such person can accomplish the task to the required standard.

(i)

[F36 [F4 If the organisation performs airworthiness reviews and issues the corresponding airworthiness review certificate for ELA1 aircraft not involved in commercial operations in accordance with point ML.A.903 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), it shall have airworthiness review staff qualified and authorised meeting all of the following requirements:

1.

shall hold a certifying staff authorisation for the corresponding aircraft;

2.

shall have at least three years of experience as certifying staff;

3.

shall be independent from the continuing airworthiness management process of the aircraft being reviewed or shall have overall authority on the continuing airworthiness management process of the complete aircraft being reviewed;

4.

shall have acquired knowledge of Subpart C of this Annex (Part-M) or Subpart C of Annex Vb (Part-ML);

5.

shall have acquired proven knowledge of the procedures of the maintenance organisation relevant to the airworthiness review and issue of the airworthiness review certificate;

6.

shall have been formally accepted by the [F35 CAA] after having performed an airworthiness review under the supervision of the [F35 CAA] or under the supervision of the organisation's airworthiness review staff in accordance with a procedure approved by the [F35 CAA];

7.

shall have performed at least one airworthiness review in the last twelve-month period.]]

(j)

X2 ...

Textual Amendments

F36 Inserted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1088 of 3 July 2015 amending Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards alleviations for maintenance procedures for general aviation aircraft.

[F34 M.A.607 Certifying staff and airworthiness review staff] U.K.

(a)

In addition to point M.A.606(g), certifying staff can only exercise their privileges, if the organisation has ensured:

1.

[F2 [X1 that certifying staff can demonstrate that they meet the requirements of point (b) of point 66.A.20 of Annex III (Part-66) or, where that Annex so requires, the requirements of [F37 any relevant enactment];]]

2.

that certifying staff have an adequate understanding of the relevant aircraft and/or aircraft component(s) to be maintained together with the associated organisation procedures.

(b)

In the following unforeseen cases, where an aircraft is grounded at a location other than the main base where no appropriate certifying staff is available, the maintenance organisation contracted to provide maintenance support may issue a one-off certification authorisation:

1.

to one of its employees holding type qualifications on aircraft of similar technology, construction and systems; or

2.

to any person with not less than three years maintenance experience and holding a valid ICAO aircraft maintenance licence rated for the aircraft type requiring certification provided there is no organisation appropriately approved under this Part at that location and the contracted organisation obtains and holds on file evidence of the experience and the licence of that person.

[F34 All such cases must be reported to the [F38 CAA] within seven days after issuing such certification authorisation.] The approved maintenance organisation issuing the one-off certification authorisation shall ensure that any such maintenance that could affect flight safety is re-checked.

(c)

[F34 The approved maintenance organisation shall record all details concerning certifying staff and airworthiness review staff and maintain a current list of all certifying staff and airworthiness review staff together with their scope of approval as part of the organisation's manual pursuant to point M.A.604(a)5.]

Textual Amendments

F37 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.607(a)(1) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(3)(a) (as substituted by S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 20(b)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F38 Word in Annex 1 M.A.607(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(3)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.608 Components, equipment and tools U.K.

(a)

The organisation shall:

1.

hold the equipment and tools specified in the maintenance data described in point M.A.609 or verified equivalents as listed in the maintenance organisation manual as necessary for day-to-day maintenance within the scope of the approval; and,

2.

demonstrate that it has access to all other equipment and tools used only on an occasional basis.

(b)

Tools and equipment shall be controlled and calibrated to an officially recognised standard. Records of such calibrations and the standard used shall be kept by the organisation.

(c)

[F26 The organisation shall inspect, classify and appropriately segregate all incoming components, standard parts and materials.]

[F2 [X1 M.A.609 Maintenance data U.K.

The approved maintenance organisation shall hold and use applicable current maintenance data specified in point M.A.401 of this Annex or in point ML.A.401 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, in the performance of maintenance, including modifications and repairs. However, in the case of customer-provided maintenance data, the organisation shall only hold and use such data when the maintenance work is in progress.]]

M.A.610 Maintenance work orders U.K.

Before the commencement of maintenance a written work order shall be agreed between the organisation and the organisation requesting maintenance to clearly establish the maintenance to be carried out.

[F2 [X1 M.A.611 Maintenance standards U.K.

All maintenance shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of Subpart D, Section A of this Annex or with the requirements of Subpart D, Section A of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as set out in Article 3 paragraph 1.

M.A.612 Aircraft certificate of release to service U.K.

Upon completion of all required aircraft maintenance in accordance with this Subpart, an aircraft CRS shall be issued in accordance with point M.A.801 of this Annex or point ML.A.801 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as set out in Article 3 paragraph 1.

M.A.613 Component certificate of release to service U.K.

(a)

Upon completion of all required component maintenance in accordance with this Subpart, a component CRS shall be issued in accordance with point M.A.802 of this Annex or with point ML.A.802 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable. An [F39 CAA Form 1] shall be issued, except for those components maintained in accordance with points (b) or (d) of point M.A.502, for components fabricated in accordance with point (c) of point M.A.603 of this Annex and for components in respect of which point ML.A.502 of Annex Vb (Part-ML) provides otherwise.

(b)

The component CRS document, [F39 CAA Form 1], may be generated from a computer system.]]

Textual Amendments

F39 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.613 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(4) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F34 M.A.614 Maintenance and airworthiness review records] U.K.

(a)

[F4 The approved maintenance organisation shall record all details of work carried out. Records necessary to prove all requirements have been met for the issue of the certificate of release to service including the subcontractor's release documents and for the issue of any airworthiness review certificate shall be retained.

(b)

The approved maintenance organisation shall provide a copy of each CRS to the aircraft owner or operator, together with a copy of any detailed maintenance records associated with the work carried out and necessary to demonstrate compliance with point M.A.305 of this Annex (Part-M) or ML.A.305 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable.]

(c)

[F34 The approved maintenance organisation shall retain a copy of all maintenance records and any associated maintenance data for three years from the date the aircraft or aircraft component to which the work relates was released from the approved maintenance organisation. [F4 In addition, it shall retain a copy of all the records related to the issue of airworthiness review certificates for three years from the date of issue and shall provide a copy of them to the owner of the aircraft.]

1.

The records under this point shall be stored in a manner that ensures protection from damage, alteration, and theft.

2.

All computer hardware used to ensure backup shall be stored in a different location from that containing the working data in an environment that ensures they remain in good condition.

3.

Where an approved maintenance organisation terminates its operation, all retained maintenance records covering the last three years shall be distributed to the last owner or customer of the respective aircraft or component or shall be stored as specified by the [F40 CAA].]

Textual Amendments

F40 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.614 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F2 [X1 M.A.615 Privileges of the organisation U.K.

The maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Subpart F, Section A of this Annex may:

(a)

maintain any aircraft and/or component for which it is approved at the locations specified in the approval certificate and the maintenance organisation manual;

(b)

arrange for the performance of specialised services under the control of the maintenance organisation at another organisation appropriately qualified, as described in the maintenance organisation manual;

(c)

maintain any aircraft or component for which it is approved at any location, where the need of such maintenance arises either from the unserviceability of the aircraft or from the necessity of supporting occasional maintenance and subject to compliance with the conditions specified in the maintenance organisation manual;

(d)

issue certificates of release to service, upon completion of maintenance, in accordance with point M.A.612 or M.A.613 of this Annex;

(e)

if specifically approved to do so for ELA1 aircraft not involved in commercial operations, perform airworthiness reviews and issue the corresponding airworthiness review certificate in accordance with the conditions specified in point ML.A.903 of Annex Vb (Part-ML).

The organisation shall only maintain an aircraft or component for which it is approved when all the necessary facilities, equipment, tooling, material, maintenance data and certifying staff are available.]]

M.A.616 Organisational review U.K.

To ensure that the approved maintenance organisation continues to meet the requirements of this Subpart, it shall organise, on a regular basis, organisational reviews.

M.A.617 Changes to the approved maintenance organisation U.K.

In order to enable the [F41 CAA] to determine continued compliance with this Part, the approved maintenance organisation shall notify it of any proposal to carry out any of the following changes, before such changes take place:

Textual Amendments

F41 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.617 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

1.

the name of the organisation;

2.

the location of the organisation;

3.

additional locations of the organisation;

4.

the accountable manager;

5.

any of the persons specified in point M.A.606(b);

6.

[F34 the facilities, equipment, tools, material, procedures, work scope, certifying staff and airworthiness review staff that could affect the approval.]

In the case of proposed changes in personnel not known to the management beforehand, these changes shall be notified at the earliest opportunity.

M.A.618 Continued validity of approval U.K.

(a)

[F4 An approval shall remain valid until 24 September 2021 , subject to:]

1.

the organisation remaining in compliance with this Part, in accordance with the provisions related to the handling of findings as specified under point M.A.619, and;

2.

the [F42 CAA] being granted access to the organisation to determine continued compliance with this Part, and;

3.

the approval not being surrendered or revoked;

(b)

Upon surrender or revocation, the approval certificate shall be returned to the [F43 CAA] .

Textual Amendments

F42 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.618 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F43 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.618 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.619 Findings U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 A level 1 finding is any finding of significant non-compliance with the requirements of this Annex and Annex Vb (Part-ML) which lowers the safety standard and seriously endangers flight safety.

(b)

A level 2 finding is any finding of non-compliance with the requirements of this Annex and Annex Vb (Part-ML) which may lower the safety standard and may endanger flight safety.]]

(c)

After receipt of notification of findings according to point M.B.605, the holder of the maintenance organisation approval shall define a corrective action plan and demonstrate corrective action to the satisfaction of the [F44 CAA] within a period agreed with this authority.

Textual Amendments

F44 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.619 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 251(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

SUBPART G CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION U.K.

M.A.701 Scope U.K.

This Subpart establishes the requirements to be met by an organisation to qualify for the issue or continuation of an approval for the management of aircraft continuing airworthiness.

M.A.702 Application U.K.

An application for issue or change of a continuing airworthiness management organisation approval shall be made on a form and in a manner established by the [F45 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F45 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.702 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.703 Extent of approval U.K.

(a)

The approval is indicated on a certificate included in Appendix VI issued by the [F46 CAA].

(b)

[F3 Notwithstanding point (a), for licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the approval shall be part of the air operator certificate issued by the [F46 CAA], for the aircraft operated.]

(c)

The scope of work deemed to constitute the approval shall be specified in the continuing airworthiness management exposition in accordance with point M.A.704.

Textual Amendments

F46 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.703 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.704 Continuing airworthiness management exposition U.K.

(a)

The continuing airworthiness management organisation shall provide a continuing airworthiness management exposition containing the following information:

1.

[F4 a statement signed by the accountable manager confirming that the organisation will at all times work in accordance with this Annex (Part-M) and Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable;]

2.

the organisation's scope of work, and;

3.

the title(s) and name(s) of person(s) referred to in points M.A.706(a), M.A.706(c), M.A.706(d) and M.A.706(i), and;

4.

an organisation chart showing associated chains of responsibility between all the person(s) referred to in points M.A.706(a), M.A.706(c), M.A.706(d) and M.A.706(i), and;

5.

a list of the airworthiness staff referred to in point M.A.707, specifying, where applicable, the staff authorised to issue permits to fly in accordance with point M.A.711(c), and;

6.

a general description and location of the facilities, and;

7.

[F4 the procedures specifying how the organisation ensures compliance with this Annex (Part-M) and Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, and;]

8.

the continuing airworthiness management exposition amendment procedures, and;

9.

[F3 the list of approved aircraft maintenance programmes, or, for aircraft not used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the list of ‘ generic ’ and ‘ baseline ’ maintenance programmes.]

(b)

The continuing airworthiness management exposition and its amendments shall be approved by the [F47 CAA].

(c)

Notwithstanding point (b), minor amendments to the exposition may be approved indirectly through an indirect approval procedure. The indirect approval procedure shall define the minor amendment eligible, be established by the continuing airworthiness management organisation as part of the exposition and be approved by the [F48 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F47 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.704(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(3)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F48 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.704(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(3)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.705 Facilities U.K.

The continuing airworthiness management organisation shall provide suitable office accommodation at appropriate locations for the personnel specified in point M.A.706.

M.A.706 Personnel requirements U.K.

(a)

[F4 The organisation shall appoint an accountable manager, who has corporate authority for ensuring that all continuing airworthiness management activities can be financed and carried out in accordance with this Annex (Part-M) and Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable.]

(b)

[F3 For licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 the accountable manager referred to in point (a) shall be the person who also has corporate authority for ensuring that all the operations of the operator can be financed and carried out to the standard required for the issue of an air operator's certificate.]

(c)

[F4 A person or group of persons shall be nominated with the responsibility of ensuring that the organisation always complies with the applicable continuing airworthiness management, airworthiness review and permit to fly requirements of this Annex (Part-M) and Annex Vb (Part-ML). Such person(s) shall be ultimately responsible to the accountable manager.]

(d)

[F3 For licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the accountable manager shall designate a nominated post holder. This person shall be responsible for the management and supervision of continuing airworthiness activities, pursuant to point (c).]

(e)

The nominated post holder referred to in point (d) shall not be employed by a Part-145 approved organisation under contract to the operator, unless specifically agreed by the [F49 CAA].

(f)

The organisation shall have sufficient appropriately qualified staff for the expected work.

(g)

All point (c) and (d) persons shall be able to show relevant knowledge, background and appropriate experience related to aircraft continuing airworthiness.

(h)

The qualification of all personnel involved in continuing airworthiness management shall be recorded.

(i)

[F4 For organisations extending airworthiness review certificates in accordance with points M.A.711(a)(4) and M.A.901 of this Annex (Part-M) or point ML.A.901(c) of Annex Vb (Part-ML) as applicable, the organisation shall nominate persons authorised to do so, subject to approval by the [F49 CAA].]

(j)

The organisation shall define and keep updated in the continuing airworthiness management exposition the title(s) and name(s) of person(s) referred to in points M.A.706(a), M.A.706(c), M.A.706(d) and M.A.706(i).

(k)

[F3 For complex motor-powered aircraft and for aircraft used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the organisation shall establish and control the competence of personnel involved in the continuing airworthiness management, airworthiness review and/or quality audits in accordance with a procedure and to a standard agreed by the [F49 CAA].]

Textual Amendments

F49 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.706 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(4) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.707 Airworthiness review staff U.K.

(a)

[F3 [F4 To be approved to carry out airworthiness reviews and, if applicable, to issue permits to fly, an approved continuing airworthiness management organisation shall have appropriate airworthiness review staff to issue airworthiness review certificates or recommendations referred to in Section A, Subpart I of Annex I (Part-M) or in Section A, Subpart I of Annex Vb (Part-ML) and, if applicable, to issue a permit to fly in accordance with point M.A.711(c):]

1.

For aircraft used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, and aircraft above 2 730 kg MTOM, except balloons, these staff shall have acquired:

(a)

at least 5 years' experience in continuing airworthiness, and;

(b)

an appropriate license in compliance with Annex III (Part-66) or an aeronautical degree or a national equivalent, and;

(c)

formal aeronautical maintenance training, and;

(d)

a position within the approved organisation with appropriate responsibilities.

(e)

Notwithstanding points (a) to (d), the requirement laid down in point M.A.707(a)1(b) may be replaced by 5 years of experience in continuing airworthiness additional to those already required by point M.A.707(a)1(a).

2.

For aircraft not used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 of 2 730 kg MTOM and below, and balloons, these staff shall have acquired:

(a)

at least 3 years' experience in continuing airworthiness, and;

(b)

an appropriate license in compliance with Annex III (Part-66) or an aeronautical degree or a national equivalent, and;

(c)

appropriate aeronautical maintenance training, and;

(d)

a position within the approved organisation with appropriate responsibilities;

(e)

Notwithstanding points (a) to (d), the requirement laid down in point M.A.707(a)2(b) may be replaced by 4 years of experience in continuing airworthiness additional to those already required by point M.A.707(a)2(a).]

(b)

[F34 Airworthiness review staff nominated by the approved continuing airworthiness organisation can only be issued an authorisation by the approved continuing airworthiness organisation when formally accepted by the [F50 CAA] after satisfactory completion of an airworthiness review under the supervision of the [F50 CAA] or under the supervision of the organisation's airworthiness review staff in accordance with a procedure approved by the [F50 CAA].]

(c)

The organisation shall ensure that aircraft airworthiness review staff can demonstrate appropriate recent continuing airworthiness management experience.

(d)

Airworthiness review staff shall be identified by listing each person in the continuing airworthiness management exposition together with their airworthiness review authorisation reference.

(e)

The organisation shall maintain a record of all airworthiness review staff, which shall include details of any appropriate qualification held together with a summary of relevant continuing airworthiness management experience and training and a copy of the authorisation. This record shall be retained until two years after the airworthiness review staff have left the organisation.

Textual Amendments

F50 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.707(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(4) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.708 Continuing airworthiness management U.K.

(a)

[F4 The organisation shall ensure that all continuing airworthiness management is carried out in accordance with Section A, Subpart C of this Annex (Part-M), and Section A, Subpart C of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable.]

(b)

For every aircraft managed, the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation shall:

1.

[F4 ensure that an aircraft maintenance programme including any applicable reliability programme, as required by point M.A.302 of this Annex (Part-M) or ML.A.302 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, is developed and controlled,

2.

for aircraft not used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, provide a copy of the aircraft maintenance programme to the owner or operator responsible in accordance with point M.A.201 of this Annex (Part-M) or ML.A.201 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable,]

3.

manage the approval of modification and repairs,

4.

[F4 ensure that all maintenance is carried out in accordance with the approved maintenance programme and released in accordance with Section A, Subpart H of this Annex (Part-M) or Section A, Subpart H of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable,]

5.

ensure that all applicable airworthiness directives and operational directives with a continuing airworthiness impact, are applied,

6.

ensure that all defects discovered during scheduled maintenance or reported are corrected by an appropriately approved maintenance organisation,

7.

ensure that the aircraft is taken to an appropriately approved maintenance organisation whenever necessary,

8.

coordinate scheduled maintenance, the application of airworthiness directives, the replacement of service life limited parts, and component inspection to ensure the work is carried out properly,

9.

manage and archive all continuing airworthiness records and/or operator's technical log.

10.

ensure that the mass and balance statement reflects the current status of the aircraft.

(c)

[F4 In the case of complex motor-powered aircraft or aircraft used for CAT, or aircraft used for commercial specialised operations or commercial ATO or commercial DTO operations, when the CAMO is not appropriately approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) or Subpart F of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO), the organisation shall, in consultation with the operator, establish a written maintenance contract with an organisation approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) or Subpart F of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO) or with another operator, detailing the functions specified under points M.A.301(b), M.A.301(c), M.A.301(f) and M.A.301(g) of this Annex (Part-M), or points ML.A.301(b) to (e) of Annex Vb (Part-ML), ensuring that all maintenance is ultimately carried out by a maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) or Subpart F of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO) and defining the support of the quality functions referred to in point M.A.712(b) of this Annex (Part-M).

(d)

Notwithstanding point (c), the contract may be in the form of individual work orders addressed to the maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145) or Subpart F of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO) in the case of:

1.

an aircraft requiring unscheduled line maintenance;

2.

component maintenance, including engine maintenance.]

[F4 M.A.709 Documentation U.K.

(a)

The approved continuing airworthiness management organisation shall hold and use applicable current maintenance data in accordance with point M.A.401 of this Annex (Part-M) or point ML.A.401 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, for the performance of continuing airworthiness tasks referred to in point M.A.708 of this Annex (Part-M). That data may be provided by the owner or the operator, subject to an appropriate contract being established with such an owner or operator. In such case, the continuing airworthiness management organisation only needs to keep such data for the duration of the contract, except when required by point M.A.714 of this Annex (Part-M).

(b)

For aircraft not used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation may develop ‘ baseline ’ or ‘ generic ’ maintenance programmes, or both, in order to allow for the initial approval or the extension of the scope of an approval, without having the contracts referred to in Appendix I to this Annex (Part M) or Appendix I to Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable. Those ‘ baseline ’ and ‘ generic ’ maintenance programmes however do not preclude the need to establish an adequate Aircraft Maintenance Programme in compliance with point M.A.302 of this Annex (Part-M) or ML.A.302 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, in due time before exercising the privileges referred to in point M.A.711 of this Annex (Part-M).]

[F4 M.A.710 Airworthiness review U.K.

When the organisation approved in accordance with point M.A.711(b) of this Annex (Part-M) performs airworthiness reviews, they shall be performed in accordance with point M.A.901 of this Annex (Part-M) or point ML.A.903 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable.]

M.A.711 Privileges of the organisation U.K.

(a)

A continuing airworthiness management organisation approved in accordance with Section A, Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M) may:

1.

[F3 manage the continuing airworthiness of aircraft, except those used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, as listed on the approval certificate;

2.

manage the continuing airworthiness of aircraft used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, when listed both on its approval certificate and on its Air Operator Certificate (AOC);]

3.

arrange to carry out limited continuing airworthiness tasks with any contracted organisation, working under its quality system, as listed on the approval certificate;

4.

[F4 extend, under the conditions set out in point M.A.901(f) of this Annex (Part-M) or ML.A.901(c) of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, an airworthiness review certificate that has been issued by the [F51 CAA] or by another organisation or person, as applicable;]

5.

[F52 approve the AMP, in accordance with point (b)(2) of point ML.A.302, for aircraft managed in accordance with Annex Vb (Part-ML).]

(b)

An approved continuing airworthiness management organisation F53 ... may, additionally, be approved to carry out airworthiness reviews referred to in point M.A.710 and:

1.

[F4 issue the related airworthiness review certificate and extend it in due time under the conditions set out in points M.A.901(c)(2) or M.A.901(e)(2) of this Annex (Part-M) or point ML.A.901(c) of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable; and,]

2.

issue a recommendation for the airworthiness review to the [F54 CAA].

(c)

A continuing airworthiness management organisation whose approval includes the privileges referred to in point M.A.711(b) may additionally be approved to issue a permit to fly in accordance with point 21.A.711(d) of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 for the particular aircraft for which the organisation is approved to issue the airworthiness review certificate, when the continuing airworthiness management organisation is attesting conformity with approved flight conditions, subject to an adequate approved procedure in the exposition referred to in point M.A.704.

Textual Amendments

F51 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.711(a)(4) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(6)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F52 Inserted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/270 of 25 February 2020 amending Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards transitional measures for organisations involved in the continuing airworthiness for general aviation and continuing airworthiness management and correcting that Regulation (Text with EEA relevance).

F53 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.711(b) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(6)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F54 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.711(b)(2) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(6)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.712 Quality system U.K.

(a)

To ensure that the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation continues to meet the requirements of this Subpart, it shall establish a quality system and designate a quality manager to monitor compliance with, and the adequacy of, procedures required to ensure airworthy aircraft. Compliance monitoring shall include a feedback system to the accountable manager to ensure corrective action as necessary.

(b)

The quality system shall monitor activities carried out under Section A, Subpart G of this Annex (Part M). It shall at least include the following functions:

1.

monitoring that all activities carried out under Section A, Subpart G of this Annex (Part M) are being performed in accordance with the approved procedures, and;

2.

monitoring that all contracted maintenance is carried out in accordance with the contract, and;

3.

monitoring the continued compliance with the requirements of this Part.

(c)

The records of these activities shall be stored for at least two years.

(d)

Where the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation is approved in accordance with another Part, the quality system may be combined with that required by the other Part.

(e)

[F3 For licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 the M.A. Subpart G quality system shall be an integrated part of the operator's quality system.

(f)

In the case of a small organisation not managing the continuing airworthiness of aircraft used by licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the quality system may be replaced by regular organisational reviews subject to the approval of the [F55 CAA], except when the organisation issues airworthiness review certificates for aircraft above 2 730 kg MTOM other than balloons. In the case where there is no quality system, the organisation shall not contract continuing airworthiness management tasks to other parties.]

Textual Amendments

F55 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.712(f) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(7) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.713 Changes to the approved continuing airworthiness organisation U.K.

In order to enable the [F56 CAA] to determine continued compliance with this Part, the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation shall notify it of any proposal to carry out any of the following changes, before such changes take place:

Textual Amendments

F56 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.713 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(7) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

1.

the name of the organisation.

2.

the location of the organisation.

3.

additional locations of the organisation.

4.

the accountable manager.

5.

any of the persons specified in M.A.706(c).

6.

the facilities, procedures, work scope and staff that could affect the approval.

In the case of proposed changes in personnel not known to the management beforehand, these changes shall be notified at the earliest opportunity.

M.A.714 Record-keeping U.K.

(a)

[F4 The continuing airworthiness management organisation shall record all details of work carried out. The records required under point M.A.305 of this Annex (Part-M) or ML.A.305 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, and if applicable point M.A.306 of this Annex (Part-M), shall be retained.]

(b)

If the continuing airworthiness management organisation has the privilege referred to in point M.A.711(b), it shall retain a copy of each airworthiness review certificate and recommendation issued or, as applicable, extended, together with all supporting documents. In addition, the organisation shall retain a copy of any airworthiness review certificate that it has extended under the privilege referred to in point M.A.711(a)4.

(c)

If the continuing airworthiness management organisation has the privilege referred to in point M.A.711(c), it shall retain a copy of each permit to fly issued in accordance with the provisions of point 21A.729 of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.

(d)

The continuing airworthiness management organisation shall retain a copy of all records referred to in points (b) and (c) until two years after the aircraft has been permanently withdrawn from service.

(e)

The records shall be stored in a manner that ensures protection from damage, alteration and theft.

(f)

All computer hardware used to ensure backup shall be stored in a different location from that containing the working data in an environment that ensures they remain in good condition.

(g)

Where continuing airworthiness management of an aircraft is transferred to another organisation or person, all retained records shall be transferred to the said organisation or person. The time periods prescribed for the retention of records shall continue to apply to the said organisation or person.

(h)

Where a continuing airworthiness management organisation terminates its operation, all retained records shall be transferred to the owner of the aircraft.

M.A.715 Continued validity of approval U.K.

(a)

[F4 An approval shall remain valid until 24 September 2021 , subject to:]

1.

the organisation remaining in compliance with this Part, in accordance with the provisions related to the handling of findings as specified under point M.B.705 and;

2.

the [F57 CAA] being granted access to the organisation to determine continued compliance with this Part, and;

3.

the approval not being surrendered or revoked.

(b)

Upon surrender or revocation, the approval certificate shall be returned to the [F57 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F57 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.715 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(7) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.716 Findings U.K.

(a)

[F4 A level 1 finding is any significant non-compliance with the requirements of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, which lowers the safety standard and hazards seriously the flight safety;

(b)

A level 2 finding is any non-compliance with the requirements of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, which could lower the safety standard and possibly hazard the flight safety;]

(c)

After receipt of notification of findings according to point M.B.705, the holder of the continuing airworthiness management organisation approval shall define a corrective action plan and demonstrate corrective action to the satisfaction of the [F58 CAA] within a period agreed with this authority.

Textual Amendments

F58 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.716 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 252(7) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

SUBPART H CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE TO SERVICE — CRS U.K.

[F2 [X1 M.A.801 Aircraft certificate of release to service U.K.

(a)

Except for aircraft released to service by a maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145), the CRS shall be issued in accordance with this Subpart.

(b)

No aircraft shall be released to service unless a CRS is issued when all maintenance tasks ordered have been properly carried out. The CRS shall be issued by an authorised certifying staff of the maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex or with Annex Vd (Part-CAO), except for maintenance tasks other than complex maintenance tasks listed in Appendix VII to this Annex where the CRS is issued, alternatively by:

1.

independent certifying staff acting in accordance with the requirements laid down in Article 5 of this Regulation;

2.

the pilot-owner acting in accordance with point M.A.803 of this Annex.

(c)

By derogation from point (b), in case of unforeseen situations, when an aircraft is grounded at a location where no maintenance organisation approved in accordance with this Annex, Annex II (Part-145) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO) and no independent certifying staff are available, the owner may authorise any person, with no less than 3 years of appropriate maintenance experience and holding either a valid ICAO Annex 1 compliant maintenance license for the aircraft type requiring certification or a certifying staff authorisation valid for the work requiring certification issued by an ICAO Annex 6 approved maintenance organisation to maintain the aircraft in accordance with the standards set out in Subpart D of this Annex and release it to service. In that case, the owner shall:

1.

obtain and keep in the aircraft records specifying details of the maintenance carried out and of the qualifications of the person issuing the CRS;

2.

ensure that any such maintenance is later on verified and a new CRS is issued by an appropriately authorised person referred to in point (b) or an organisation approved in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex, Annex II (Part-145) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO), at the earliest opportunity and in any case within 7 calendar days from the issuance of a CRS by the person authorised by the owner;

3.

notify the organisation responsible for the continuing airworthiness management of the aircraft, when contracted, or the [F59 CAA] in the absence of such a contract, within 7 days from the issuance of such authorisation.

(d)

In case of a release to service in accordance with point (b)(2), the certifying staff may be assisted in performing the maintenance tasks by one or more persons subject to his or her direct and continuous control.

(e)

A CRS shall contain at least:

1.

basic details of the maintenance carried out;

2.

the date on which the maintenance was completed;

3.

the identity of the organisation or person issuing the CRS, including, alternatively:

(i)

the approval reference of the maintenance organisation and the certifying staff issuing the CRS;

(ii)

in the case referred to in point (b)(2), the identity and, where applicable, the licence number of the certifying staff issuing the CRS;

4.

the limitations to airworthiness or operations, if any.

(f)

By derogation from point (b) and notwithstanding point (g), when the required maintenance cannot be completed, a CRS may be issued with the approved aircraft limitations. In that case, the certificate shall indicate that the maintenance could not be completed, as well as indicate any applicable airworthiness or operations limitations, as part of the information required by point (e)(4).

(g)

A CRS shall not be issued in the case of any known non-compliance which endangers flight safety.]]

Textual Amendments

F59 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.801(c)(3) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 253(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 21); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F2 [X1 M.A.802 Component certificate to release to service U.K.

(a)

[F4 Except for component released to service by a maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145), a CRS shall be issued at the completion of any maintenance carried out on an aircraft component in accordance with point M.A.502 of this Annex (Part-M).]

(b)

The authorised release certificate identified as [F60 CAA Form 1] constitutes the component CRS, except when such maintenance on aircraft components has been performed in accordance with point (b) or (d) of point M.A.502 in which case the maintenance is subject to aircraft release procedures in accordance with point M.A.801.]]

Textual Amendments

F60 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.802(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 253(3) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.803 Pilot-owner authorisation U.K.

(a)

To qualify as a Pilot-owner, the person must:

1.

hold a valid pilot licence (or equivalent) issued or validated by [F61 the CAA] for the aircraft type or class rating; and

2.

own the aircraft, either as sole or joint owner; that owner must be:

(i)

one of the natural persons on the registration form; or

(ii)

a member of a non-profit recreational legal entity, where the legal entity is specified on the registration document as owner or operator, and that member is directly involved in the decision making process of the legal entity and designated by that legal entity to carry out Pilot-owner maintenance.

(b)

[F2 [X1 For any other than complex motor-powered aircraft of 2 730  kg MTOM and below, which are not used in CAT operations, in commercial specialised operations or in commercial operations by ATOs or DTOs, the pilot-owner may issue a CRS after having carried out limited pilot-owner maintenance as specified in Appendix VIII to this Annex.]]

(c)

The scope of the limited Pilot-owner maintenance shall be specified in the aircraft maintenance programme referred to in point M.A.302.

(d)

[F2 [X1 The CRS shall be entered in the aircraft continuing airworthiness record system and contain basic details of the maintenance carried out, the maintenance data used, the date on which that maintenance was completed, as well as the identity, the signature and pilot licence number of the pilot-owner issuing such a certificate.]]

Textual Amendments

F61 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.803(a)(1) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 253(4) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

SUBPART I AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW CERTIFICATE U.K.

[F2 [X1 M.A.901 Aircraft airworthiness review U.K.

To ensure the validity of the aircraft airworthiness certificate, an airworthiness review of the aircraft and its continuing airworthiness records shall be carried out periodically.

(a)

An airworthiness review certificate is issued in accordance with Appendix III ([F62 CAA Form 15a] or 15b) to this Annex upon completion of a satisfactory airworthiness review. The airworthiness review certificate shall be valid for 1 year;

(b)

An aircraft in a controlled environment is an aircraft which, during the preceding 12 months:

1.

has had its airworthiness continuously managed by a unique CAMO or CAO;

2.

has been maintained by a maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Subpart F of this Annex, Annex II (Part-145) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO), including the cases when maintenance tasks referred to in point (b) of point M.A.803 are carried out and released to service in accordance with point (b)(1) or (b)(2) of point M.A.801 of this Annex.

(c)

[F4 For all aircraft used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, and for aircraft above 2 730 kg MTOM that are in a controlled environment, the organisation referred to in point (b)(1) managing the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft may in accordance with CAMO.A.125(e) of Annex Vc or point M.A.711(b) of this Annex or point CAO.A.095(c)(1) of Annex Vd, as applicable, and subject to compliance with point (j):]

1.

issue an airworthiness review certificate in accordance with point M.A.901;

2.

extend at most twice the validity of the airworthiness review certificate it has issued, for a period of 1 year each time, where the aircraft concerned has remained within a controlled environment.

(d)

The airworthiness review certificate shall be issued by the [F63 CAA] upon a satisfactory assessment based on a recommendation made by a CAMO or CAO, sent together with the application from the owner or operator for all aircraft used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, and for aircraft above 2 730  kg MTOM that complies with the following alternative conditions:

1.

they are not in a controlled environment;

2.

their continuing airworthiness is managed by an organisation that does not hold the privilege to carry out airworthiness reviews.

The recommendation referred to in the first subparagraph shall be based on an airworthiness review carried out in accordance with point M.A.901.

(e)

[F4 For aircraft not used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, and for aircraft of 2 730 kg MTOM and below, any CAMO or CAO chosen by the owner or operator may in accordance with CAMO.A.125(e) of Annex Vc or point M.A.711(b) of this Annex or CAO.A.095(c) of Annex Vd, as applicable, and subject to compliance with point (j):]

1.

issue the airworthiness review certificate in accordance with point M.A.901;

2.

extend at most twice the validity of the airworthiness review certificate it has issued, for a period of 1 year each time, where the aircraft has remained within a controlled environment under its management.

(f)

By derogation from points (c)(2) and (e)(2) of point M.A.901, for aircraft that are in a controlled environment, the organisation referred to in point (b)(1) managing the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft, may, subject to compliance with point (j), extend at most twice the validity of an airworthiness review certificate that the [F64 CAA] or another CAMO or CAO has issued, for a period of 1 year each time.

(g)

Whenever circumstances reveal the existence of a potential risk to aviation safety, the [F64 CAA] shall carry out the airworthiness review and issue the airworthiness review certificate itself.

(h)

Without prejudice to point (g), the [F64 CAA] may carry out the airworthiness review and issue the airworthiness review certificate itself in the following cases:

1.

when the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft is managed by a CAMO or CAO which has its principal place of business located in a third country;

2.

for any other aircraft of 2 730  kg MTOM and below, if the owner so requests.

(i)

Where the [F64 CAA] issues the airworthiness review certificate itself in accordance with points (g) or (h) or after assessing the recommendation in accordance with point M.B.901, the owner or operator of the aircraft shall, where necessary for those purposes, provide the [F64 CAA] with:

1.

any documentation required by the [F64 CAA];

2.

suitable accommodation at the appropriate location for its personnel;

3.

the support of the certifying staff.

(j)

An airworthiness review certificate shall not be issued, nor extended if there is evidence or indications that the aircraft is not airworthy.

(k)

The airworthiness review of the aircraft shall include a full documented review of the aircraft records establishing that the following requirements have been met:

1.

airframe, engine and propeller flying hours and associated flight cycles have been properly recorded;

2.

the flight manual is applicable to the aircraft configuration and reflects the latest revision status;

3.

all the maintenance due on the aircraft pursuant to the approved AMP has been carried out;

4.

all known defects have been corrected or, when applicable, carried forward in a controlled manner in accordance with M.A.403;

5.

all applicable ADs have been applied and properly registered;

6.

all modifications and repairs applied to the aircraft have been registered and are in compliance with point M.A.304;

7.

all life-limited parts and time-controlled components installed on the aircraft are properly identified, registered and have not exceeded their limitation;

8.

all maintenance has been carried out in accordance with this Annex;

9.

the current mass and balance statement reflects the current configuration of the aircraft and is valid;

10.

the aircraft complies with the latest revision of its type design approved by the [F65 CAA];

11.

if required, the aircraft holds a noise certificate corresponding to the current configuration of the aircraft in compliance with Subpart I of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.

(l)

The airworthiness review of the aircraft shall include a physical survey of the aircraft. For that survey, airworthiness review staff not appropriately qualified in accordance with Annex III (Part-66) shall be assisted by such qualified staff.

(m)

Through the physical survey of the aircraft, the airworthiness review staff shall ensure that:

1.

all required markings and placards are properly installed;

2.

the aircraft complies with its approved flight manual;

3.

the aircraft configuration complies with the approved documentation;

4.

no evident defect can be found that has not been addressed in accordance with point M.A.403;

5.

no inconsistencies can be found between the aircraft and the documented review of records referred to in point (k).

(n)

By derogation from point (a), the airworthiness review may be anticipated by a maximum period of 90 days without loss of continuity of the airworthiness review pattern, so as to allow for the physical review to take place during a maintenance check.

(o)

The airworthiness review certificate [F66 (CAA Form 15b)] or the recommendation for the issue of the airworthiness review certificate [F67 (CAA Form 15a)] referred to in Appendix III to this Annex can only be issued:

1.

by authorised airworthiness review staff on behalf of the approved organisation;

2.

if the airworthiness review has been completely carried out.

(p)

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(q)

Airworthiness review tasks shall not be subcontracted.

(r)

Should the outcome of the airworthiness review be inconclusive, the organisation having carried out the review shall inform the [F69 CAA] as soon as possible and in any case within 72 hours from the moment the organisation identifies the reason for which the airworthiness review is inconclusive.

(s)

The airworthiness review certificate shall not be issued until all findings have been closed.]]

Textual Amendments

F62 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.901(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(2)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F63 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.901(d) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(2)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F64 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.901(f) to (i) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(2)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 22(a)(i)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F65 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.901(k)(10) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(5)(a)(i)

F66 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.901(o) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(5)(a)(ii)(aa)

F67 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.901(o) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(5)(a)(ii)(bb)

F68 Annex 1 point M.A.901(p) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(5)(a)(iii)

F69 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.901(r) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(5)(a)(iv)

M.A.902 Validity of the airworthiness review certificate U.K.

(a)

An airworthiness review certificate becomes invalid if:

1.

suspended or revoked; or

2.

the airworthiness certificate is suspended or revoked; or

3.

[F70 the aircraft is not on the United Kingdom aircraft register; or]

4.

the type certificate under which the airworthiness certificate was issued is suspended or revoked.

(b)

An aircraft must not fly if the airworthiness certificate is invalid or if:

1.

the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft or any component fitted to the aircraft does not meet the requirements of this Part; or

2.

the aircraft does not remain in conformity with the type design approved by the [F71 CAA]; or

3.

the aircraft has been operated beyond the limitations of the approved flight manual or the airworthiness certificate, without appropriate action being taken; or

4.

the aircraft has been involved in an accident or incident that affects the airworthiness of the aircraft, without subsequent appropriate action to restore airworthiness; or

5.

[F2 [X1 a modification or repair is not in compliance with point M.A.304.]]

(c)

Upon surrender or revocation, the airworthiness review certificate shall be returned to the [F72 CAA]

Textual Amendments

F70 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.902(a)(3) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(3)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F71 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.902(b)(2) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(3)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F72 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.902(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(3)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.903 Transfer of aircraft registration within the EU U.K.

F73 ...

Textual Amendments

F73 Annex 1 point M.A.903 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(4) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F2 [X1 M.A.904 Airworthiness review of aircraft imported into the [F74 United Kingdom] U.K.

(a)

When importing an aircraft onto [F75 the United Kingdom] register from a third country or from a regulatory system where Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 does not apply, the applicant shall:

1.

apply to the [F76 CAA] for the issuance of a new airworthiness certificate in accordance with Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012;

2.

for aircraft other than new, have an airworthiness review carried out in accordance with point M.A.901;

3.

have all maintenance carried out to comply with the AMP approved in accordance with point M.A.302.

(b)

When satisfied that the aircraft is in compliance with the relevant requirements, the organisation performing the airworthiness review, shall send a documented recommendation for the issuance of an airworthiness review certificate to the [F77 CAA].

(c)

The owner of the aircraft shall allow access to the aircraft for inspection by the [F78 CAA].

(d)

The [F79 CAA] shall issue an airworthiness certificate when it is satisfied that the aircraft complies with the requirements of Annex I (Part-21) to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012.

(e)

[F80 The CAA] shall also issue the airworthiness review certificate. The certificate shall be valid for 1 year, unless the [F81 CAA] decides to reduce the period of validity for reasons of aviation safety.]]

Textual Amendments

F75 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.904(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(5)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F76 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.904(a)(1) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(5)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 22(b)(i)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F77 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.904(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(5)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 22(b)(i)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F78 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.904(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(5)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 22(b)(i)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F79 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.904(d) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(5)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 22(b)(i)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F80 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.904(e) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(5)(b)(i)

F81 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.904(e) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(5)(b)(ii)

Textual Amendments

F74 Words in Annex 1 point M.A.904 heading substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(5)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.A.905 Findings U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 A level 1 finding is any finding of significant non-compliance with the requirements of this Annex, which lowers the safety standard and seriously endangers flight safety.

(b)

A level 2 finding is any finding of non-compliance with the requirements of this Annex, which may lower the safety standard and may endanger the flight safety.]]

(c)

After receipt of notification of findings according to point M.B.903, the person or organisation accountable referred to in point M.A.201 shall define a corrective action plan and demonstrate corrective action to the satisfaction of the [F82 CAA] within a period agreed with this authority including appropriate corrective action to prevent reoccurrence of the finding and its root cause.

Textual Amendments

F82 Word in Annex 1 point M.A.905(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 254(6) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

SECTION B U.K. PROCEDURE FOR [F83 THE CAA]

SUBPART A GENERAL U.K.

M.B.101 Scope U.K.

This Section establishes the administrative requirements to be followed by the [F84 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F84 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.101 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.102 [F85 CAA] U.K.

(a) General U.K.

[F86 The CAA] shall establish documented procedures and an organisational structure [F87 for the application and enforcement of Section A of this Part].

Textual Amendments

F86 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.102(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(3)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F87 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.102(a) inserted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(3)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(b) Resources U.K.

The number of staff shall be appropriate to carry out the requirements as detailed in this Section.

(c) Qualification and training U.K.

All staff involved in activities dealt with in this Annex shall be appropriately qualified and have appropriate knowledge, experience, initial training and continuation training to perform their allocated tasks.

(d) Procedures U.K.

The [F88 CAA] shall establish procedures detailing how compliance with this Annex (Part-M) is accomplished.

Textual Amendments

F88 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.102(d) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(3)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

The procedures shall be reviewed and amended to ensure continued compliance.

Textual Amendments

F85 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.102 heading substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(3)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F89 [X3 M.B.103 Findings and enforcement measures — persons U.K.

If, during oversight or by any other means, evidence is found by the [F90 CAA] in accordance with this Annex that shows a non-compliance with the applicable requirements of Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 by a person holding a licence, certificate, rating or attestation issued in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2018/1139, the [F91 CAA] shall take any enforcement measures necessary to prevent the continuation of that non-compliance.]]

Textual Amendments

F90 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.103 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(6)(a)

F91 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.103 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(6)(b)

Editorial Information

X3 Inserted by Corrigendum to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1383 of 8 July 2019 amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards safety management systems in continuing airworthiness management organisations and alleviations for general aviation aircraft concerning maintenance and continuing airworthiness management (Official Journal of the European Union L 228 of 4 September 2019).

Textual Amendments

F89 Inserted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1383 of 8 July 2019 amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards safety management systems in continuing airworthiness management organisations and alleviations for general aviation aircraft concerning maintenance and continuing airworthiness management (Text with EEA relevance).

[F2 [X1 M.B.104 Record-keeping U.K.

(a)

The [F92 CAA] shall establish a system of record-keeping that allows adequate traceability of the process to issue, continue, change, suspend or revoke each certificate.

(b)

The records for the oversight of organisations approved in accordance with this Annex shall include as a minimum:

1.

the application for an organisation approval;

2.

the organisation approval certificate including any changes;

3.

a copy of the audit programme listing the dates when audits are due and when audits were carried out;

4.

the [F93 CAA] continued oversight records including all audit records;

5.

copies of all relevant correspondence;

6.

details of any exemption and enforcement actions;

7.

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8.

organisation exposition or manual and amendments;

9.

copy of any other document directly approved by the [F95 CAA].

(c)

The retention period for the point (b) records shall be at least 5 years.

(d)

The minimum records for the oversight of each aircraft shall include, at least, a copy of:

1.

the aircraft certificate of airworthiness;

2.

airworthiness review certificates;

3.

[F4 airworthiness review recommendations issued by CAO or CAMO;]

4.

the reports from the airworthiness reviews carried out directly by the [F96 CAA];

5.

all relevant correspondence relating to the aircraft;

6.

the details of any exemption and enforcement action(s);

7.

any document approved by the [F97 CAA] pursuant to this Annex or Annex II to Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 (Part-ARO).

(e)

The records specified in point (d) shall be retained until 2 years after the aircraft has been permanently withdrawn from service.

(f)

F98 ...]]

Textual Amendments

F92 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.104(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(4)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F93 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.104(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(4)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F94 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.104(b)(7) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of S.I. 2019/645, reg. 256(4)(b)(ii) (as substituted by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(3), 23(a))

F95 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.104(b)(9) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(4)(b)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F96 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.104(d)(4) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(4)(c)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 23(b)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F97 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.104(d)(7) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(4)(c)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F98 Annex 1 point M.B.104(f) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(4)(d) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.105 Mutual exchange of information U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F99 Annex 1 point M.B.105 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 256(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

SUBPART B ACCOUNTABILITY U.K.

[F2 [X1 M.B.201 Responsibilities U.K.

[F100 The CAA is] responsible for conducting audits, inspections and investigations in order to verify that the requirements of this Annex are complied with.]]

Textual Amendments

F100 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.201 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 257 (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.202 Information to the Agency U.K.

F101 ...

Textual Amendments

F101 Annex 1 point M.B.202 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(7)

SUBPART C CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS U.K.

[F2 [X1 M.B.301 Aircraft maintenance programme U.K.

(a)

The [F102 CAA] shall verify that the AMP is in compliance with point M.A.302.

(b)

Unless stated otherwise in point (c) of point M.A.302, the AMP and its amendments shall be approved directly by the [F102 CAA]. The [F102 CAA] shall have access to all the data required by points (d), (e) and (f) of point M.A.302.

(c)

[F4 In the case of indirect approval as provided for in point M.A.302(c), the [F102 CAA] shall approve the AMP approval procedure of the CAO or CAMO through that organisation’s exposition referred to in point CAO.A.025 of Annex Vd, point M.A.704 of this Annex, or point CAMO.A.300 of Annex Vc, as applicable.]]]

Textual Amendments

F102 Word in Annex 1 s. B substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 258 (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F4 M.B.302 Exemptions U.K.

All exemptions granted in accordance with Article 71 of Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 shall be recorded and retained by the [F102 CAA].]

[F3 M.B.303 Aircraft continuing airworthiness monitoring U.K.

(a)

The [F102 CAA] shall develop a survey programme on a risk-based approach to monitor the airworthiness status of the fleet of aircraft on its register.

(b)

The survey programme shall include sample product surveys of aircraft and shall cover all aspects of airworthiness key risk elements.

(c)

The product survey shall sample the airworthiness standards achieved, on the basis of the applicable requirements, and identify any findings.

(d)

Any findings identified shall be categorised against the requirements of this Part and confirmed in writing to the person or organisation accountable according to M.A.201. The [F102 CAA] shall have a process in place to analyse findings for their safety significance.

(e)

The [F102 CAA] shall record all findings and closure actions.

(f)

If during aircraft surveys evidence is found showing non-compliance with this Part or with any other Part, the finding shall be dealt with as prescribed by the relevant Part.

(g)

If so required to ensure appropriate enforcement action, the [F102 CAA] shall exchange information on non-compliances identified in accordance with point (f) with other competent authorities.

M.B.304 Revocation and suspension U.K.

The [F102 CAA] shall:

(a)

suspend an airworthiness review certificate on reasonable grounds in the case of potential safety threat, or;

(b)

suspend or revoke an airworthiness review certificate pursuant to M.B.903(1).]

[F89 [X3 M.B.305 Aircraft technical log system U.K.

(a)

The [F102 CAA] shall approve the initial aircraft technical log system required by point M.A.306.

(b)

[F4 To enable the organisation to implement changes to the aircraft technical log system without prior [F102 CAA] approval, the [F102 CAA] shall approve the relevant procedure referred to in point CAMO.A.300(c) of Annex Vc, or point M.A.704(c) of this Annex or point CAO.A.025(c) of Annex Vd.]]]

SUBPART D MAINTENANCE STANDARDS U.K.

(to be developed as appropriate)

SUBPART E COMPONENTS U.K.

(to be developed as appropriate)

SUBPART F MAINTENANCE ORGANISATION U.K.

M.B.601 Application U.K.

F103 ...

Textual Amendments

F103 Annex 1 point M.B.601 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.602 Initial Approval U.K.

(a)

Provided the requirements of points M.A.606(a) and (b) are complied with, the [F104 CAA] shall formally indicate its acceptance of the M.A.606(a) and (b) personnel to the applicant in writing.

(b)

[F2 [X1 The [F104 CAA] shall establish that the procedures specified in the maintenance organisation manual comply with Subpart F of this Annex, and shall ensure that the accountable manager signs the commitment statement.

(c)

The [F104 CAA] shall verify that the organisation is in compliance with the requirements laid down in Subpart F of this Annex.]]

(d)

A meeting with the accountable manager shall be convened at least once during the investigation for approval to ensure that he/she fully understands the significance of the approval and the reason for signing the commitment of the organisation to compliance with the procedures specified in the manual.

(e)

All findings shall be confirmed in writing to the applicant organisation.

(f)

The [F104 CAA] shall record all findings, closure actions (actions required to close a finding) and recommendations.

(g)

For initial approval all findings shall be corrected by the organisation and closed by the [F104 CAA] before the approval can be issued.

Textual Amendments

F104 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.602 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(3) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.603 Issue of approval U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 The [F105 CAA] shall issue to the applicant [F106 a CAA Form 3] approval certificate (Appendix V to this Annex), which includes the extent of the approval, when the maintenance organisation is in compliance with the applicable points of this Annex.]]

(b)

The [F107 CAA] shall indicate the conditions attached to the approval on the [F108 CAA Form 3] approval certificate.

(c)

The reference number shall be included on the [F109 CAA Form 3] approval certificate in a manner specified by the [F110 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F105 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.603(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(4)(a)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F106 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.603(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(4)(a)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F107 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.603(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(4)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F108 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.603(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(4)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F109 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.603(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(4)(c)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F110 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.603(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(4)(c)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.604 Continuing oversight U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 The [F111 CAA] shall keep and update a programme listing, for each maintenance organisation approved in accordance with Subpart F of Section B of this Annex under its supervision, the dates when audit visits are due and when such visits were carried out.]]

(b)

Each organisation shall be completely audited at periods not exceeding 24 months.

(c)

All findings shall be confirmed in writing to the applicant organisation.

(d)

The [F111 CAA] shall record all findings, closure actions (actions required to close a finding) and recommendations.

(e)

A meeting with the accountable manager shall be convened at least once every 24 months to ensure he/she remains informed of significant issues arising during audits.

Textual Amendments

F111 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.604 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.605 Findings U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 When during audits or by other means evidence is found showing non-compliance with a requirement laid down in this Annex or Annex Vb (Part-ML), the [F112 CAA] shall take the following actions:]]

1.

For level 1 findings, immediate action shall be taken by the [F112 CAA] to revoke, limit or suspend in whole or in part, depending upon the extent of the level 1 finding, the maintenance organisation approval, until successful corrective action has been taken by the organisation.

2.

For level 2 findings, the [F112 CAA] shall grant a corrective action period appropriate to the nature of the finding that shall not be more than three months. In certain circumstances, at the end of this first period and subject to the nature of the finding, the [F112 CAA] can extend the three month period subject to a satisfactory corrective action plan.

(b)

Action shall be taken by the [F111 CAA] to suspend in whole or part the approval in case of failure to comply within the timescale granted by the [F111 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F112 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.605 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.606 Changes U.K.

(a)

The [F113 CAA] shall comply with the applicable elements of the initial approval for any change to the organisation notified in accordance with point M.A.617.

(b)

The [F113 CAA] may prescribe the conditions under which the approved maintenance organisation may operate during such changes, unless it determines that the approval should be suspended due to the nature or the extent of the changes.

(c)

[F2 [X1 For any change to the maintenance organisation manual:

1.

in the case of direct approval of changes in accordance with point (b) of point M.A.604, the [F113 CAA] shall verify that the procedures specified in the manual are in compliance with this Annex before formally notifying the approved organisation of the approval;

2.

in the case of an indirect approval of changes in accordance with point (c) of point M.A.604, the [F113 CAA] shall ensure that:

(i)

the changes remain minor;

(ii)

it has adequate control over the approval of the changes to ensure they remain in compliance with the requirements of this Annex.]]

Textual Amendments

F113 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.606 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.607 Revocation, suspension and limitation of an approval U.K.

The [F114 CAA] shall:

Textual Amendments

F114 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.607 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 259(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(a)

suspend an approval on reasonable grounds in the case of potential safety threat, or;

(b)

suspend, revoke or limit an approval pursuant to point M.B.605.

SUBPART G CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION U.K.

M.B.701 Application U.K.

(a)

[F3 For licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 the [F115 CAA] shall receive for approval with the initial application for the air operator's certificate and where applicable any variation applied for and for each aircraft type to be operated:

1.

the continuing airworthiness management exposition;

2.

the operator's aircraft maintenance programmes;

3.

the aircraft technical log;

4.

where appropriate the technical specification of the maintenance contracts between the CAMO and Part-145 approved maintenance organisation.]

(b)

F116 ...

Textual Amendments

F115 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.701(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(2)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F116 Annex 1 point M.B.701(b) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(2)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.702 Initial approval U.K.

(a)

Provided the requirements of points M.A.706(a), (c), (d) and M.A.707 are complied with, the [F117 CAA] shall formally indicate its acceptance of the M.A.706(a), (c), (d) and M.A.707 personnel to the applicant in writing.

(b)

The [F117 CAA] shall establish that the procedures specified in the continuing airworthiness management exposition comply with Section A, Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M) and ensure the accountable manager signs the commitment statement.

(c)

The [F117 CAA] shall verify the organisation's compliance with requirements laid down in Section A, Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M).

(d)

A meeting with the accountable manager shall be convened at least once during the investigation for approval to ensure that he/she fully understands the significance of the approval and the reason for signing the exposition commitment of the organisation to compliance with the procedures specified in the continuing airworthiness management exposition.

(e)

All findings shall be confirmed in writing to the applicant organisation.

(f)

The [F117 CAA] shall record all findings, closure actions (actions required to close a finding) and recommendations.

(g)

For initial approval all findings shall be corrected by the organisation and closed by the [F117 CAA] before the approval can be issued.

Textual Amendments

F117 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.702 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(3) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F4 M.B.703 Issue of approval U.K.

(a)

The [F118 CAA] shall issue to the applicant [F119 a CAA Form 14]-MG approval certificate (Appendix VI to this Annex) which includes the extent of approval, when the continuing airworthiness management organisation is in compliance with Section A, Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M).

(b)

The [F120 CAA] shall indicate the validity of the approval on the [F121 CAA Form 14] MG approval certificate.

(c)

The reference number shall be included on the Form 14 MG approval certificate in a manner specified by the [F122 CAA].

(d)

In the case of licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the information contained on [F123 a CAA Form 14] MG will be included on the air operator's certificate.]

Textual Amendments

F118 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.703(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(4)(a)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F119 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.703(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(4)(a)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F120 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.703(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(4)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F121 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.703(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(4)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F122 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.703(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(4)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F123 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.703(d) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(4)(d) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.704 Continuing oversight U.K.

(a)

The [F124 CAA] shall keep and update a program listing, for each continuing airworthiness organisation approved under Section A, Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M) under its supervision, the dates when audit visits are due and when such visits were carried out.

(b)

Each organisation shall be completely audited at periods not exceeding 24 months.

(c)

A relevant sample of the aircraft managed by the organisation approved under Section B, Subpart G of this Annex (Part-M) shall be surveyed in every 24 month period. The size of the sample will be decided by the [F124 CAA] based on the result of prior audits and earlier product surveys.

(d)

All findings shall be confirmed in writing to the applicant organisation.

(e)

The [F124 CAA] shall record all findings, closure actions (actions required to close a finding) and recommendations.

(f)

A meeting with the accountable manager shall be convened at least once every 24 months to ensure he/she remains informed of significant issues arising during audits.

Textual Amendments

F124 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.704 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.705 Findings U.K.

(a)

[F4 When during audits or by other means, evidence is found showing non-compliance to a requirement laid down in this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, the [F125 CAA] shall take the following actions:]

1.

For level 1 findings, immediate action shall be taken by the [F125 CAA] to revoke, limit or suspend in whole or in part, depending upon the extent of the level 1 finding, the continuing airworthiness management organisation approval, until successful corrective action has been taken by the organisation.

2.

For level 2 findings, the [F125 CAA] shall grant a corrective action period appropriate to the nature of the finding that shall not be more than three months. In certain circumstances, at the end of this first period, and subject to the nature of the finding the [F125 CAA] can extend the three month period subject to a satisfactory corrective action plan.

(b)

Action shall be taken by the [F125 CAA] to suspend in whole or part the approval in case of failure to comply within the timescale granted by the [F125 CAA].

Textual Amendments

F125 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.705 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.706 Changes U.K.

(a)

The [F126 CAA] shall comply with the applicable elements of the initial approval for any change to the organisation notified in accordance with point M.A.713.

(b)

The [F126 CAA] may prescribe the conditions under which the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation may operate during such changes unless it determines that the approval should be suspended due to the nature or the extent of the changes.

(c)

[F4 For any change to the continuing airworthiness management exposition:

1.

In the case of direct approval of changes in accordance with point M.A.704(b) of this Annex (Part-M), the [F126 CAA] shall verify that the procedures specified in the exposition are in compliance with this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable, before formally notifying the approved organisation of the approval.

2.

In the case an indirect approval procedure is used for the approval of the changes in accordance with point M.A.704(c) of this Annex (Part-M), the [F126 CAA] shall ensure all of the following:

(i)

that the changes remain minor;

(ii)

that it has an adequate control over the approval of the changes to ensure they remain in compliance with the requirements of this Annex (Part-M) or Annex Vb (Part-ML), as applicable.]

Textual Amendments

F126 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.706 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.707 Revocation, suspension and limitation of an approval U.K.

The [F127 CAA] shall:

Textual Amendments

F127 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.707 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 260(5) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(a)

suspend an approval on reasonable grounds in the case of potential safety threat, or;

(b)

suspend, revoke or limit an approval pursuant to point M.B.705.

SUBPART H CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE TO SERVICE — CRS U.K.

(to be developed as appropriate)

SUBPART I AIRWORTHINESS REVIEW CERTIFICATE U.K.

M.B.901 Assessment of recommendations U.K.

Upon receipt of an application and associated airworthiness review certificate recommendation in accordance with point M.A.901:

1.

[F2 [X1 Appropriately qualified personnel of the [F128 CAA] shall verify that the compliance statement contained in the recommendation demonstrates that a complete airworthiness review in accordance with point M.A.901 has been carried out.]]

2.

The [F128 CAA] shall investigate and may request further information to support the assessment of the recommendation.

Textual Amendments

F128 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.901 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(2) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.902 Airworthiness review by the [F129 CAA] U.K.

(a)

[F2 [X1 When the [F130 CAA] carries out the airworthiness review and issues the airworthiness review certificate (Appendix III ([F131 CAA Form 15a]) to this Annex), the [F132 CAA] shall carry out an airworthiness review in accordance with point M.A.901.

(b)

The [F133 CAA] shall have appropriate airworthiness review staff to carry out the airworthiness reviews.

1.

For all aircraft used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, and for aircraft above 2 730  kg MTOM, such staff shall have:

(a)

acquired at least 5 years of experience in continuing airworthiness;

(b)

acquired an appropriate licence in compliance with Annex III (Part-66), or a nationally recognised maintenance personnel qualification appropriate to the aircraft category (when Article 5(6) refers to national rules), or an aeronautical degree or equivalent;

(c)

received formal aeronautical maintenance training;

(d)

held a position with appropriate responsibilities.

Notwithstanding points (a) to (d), the requirement laid down in point (b)(1)(b) of point M.B.902 may be replaced with 5 years of experience in continuing airworthiness additional to those already required by point (b)(1)(a) of point M.B.902.

2.

For aircraft not used by air carriers licensed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, and for aircraft of 2 730  kg MTOM and below, such staff shall have:

(a)

at least 3 years of experience in continuing airworthiness;

(b)

acquired an appropriate licence in compliance with Annex III (Part-66), or a nationally recognised maintenance personnel qualification appropriate to the aircraft category when Article 5(6) refers to national rules, or an aeronautical degree or equivalent;

(c)

received appropriate aeronautical maintenance training;

(d)

held a position with appropriate responsibilities.

Notwithstanding points (a) to (d), the requirement laid down in point (b)(2)(b) of point M.B.902 may be replaced by 4 years of experience in continuing airworthiness additional to those already required by point (b)(2)(a) of point M.B.902.]]

(c)

The [F134 CAA] shall maintain a record of all airworthiness review staff, which shall include details of any appropriate qualification held together with a summary of relevant continuing airworthiness management experience and training.

(d)

The [F135 CAA] shall have access to the applicable data as specified in points M.A.305, M.A.306 and M.A.401 in the performance of the airworthiness review.

(e)

The staff that carries out the airworthiness review shall issue a Form 15a after satisfactory completion of the airworthiness review.

Textual Amendments

F130 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.902(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(3)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F131 Words in Annex 1 point M.B.902(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(3)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F132 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.902(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(3)(b)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F133 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.902(b) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(3)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F134 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.902(c) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(3)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F135 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.902(d) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(3)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Textual Amendments

F129 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.902 heading substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(3)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

M.B.903 Findings U.K.

If during aircraft surveys or by other means evidence is found showing non-compliance to a Part-M requirement, the [F136 CAA] shall take the following actions:

Textual Amendments

F136 Word in Annex 1 point M.B.903 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 261(4) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

1.

for level 1 findings, the [F136 CAA] shall require appropriate corrective action to be taken before further flight and immediate action shall be taken by the [F136 CAA] to revoke or suspend the airworthiness review certificate.

2.

for level 2 findings, the corrective action required by the [F136 CAA] shall be appropriate to the nature of the finding.

M.B.904 Exchange of information U.K.

F137 ...

Textual Amendments

F137 Annex 1 point M.B.904 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(8)

Textual Amendments

F83 Words in Annex 1 s. B heading substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 255 (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F2 [X1 Appendix I

Continuing airworthiness management contract U.K.

1. When an owner or operator contracts in accordance with point M.A.201 a CAMO or CAO to carry out continuing airworthiness management tasks, upon request by the [F138 CAA], a copy of the contract signed by both parties shall be sent by the owner or operator to the [F139 CAA]. U.K.

Textual Amendments

F138 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 1 para. 1 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(2)(a)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F139 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 1 para. 1 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(2)(a)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

2. The contract shall be developed taking into account the requirements of this Annex and shall define the obligations of the signatories in relation to the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft. U.K.

3. It shall contain as a minimum the following information: U.K.

• aircraft registration, type and serial number;

• aircraft owner's or registered lessee's name or company details including the address,

• details of the contracted CAMO or CAO, including the address, and

• the type of operation.

4. It shall state the following: U.K.

‘ The owner or operator entrusts the CAMO or CAO with the management of the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft, the development of an AMP that shall be approved by the [F140 CAA] as detailed in point M.1, and the organisation of the maintenance of the aircraft according to said AMP.

According to the present contract, both signatories undertake to follow the respective obligations of this contract.

The owner or operator declares to the best of its knowledge that all the information given to the CAMO or CAO concerning the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft is and will be accurate, and that the aircraft will not be altered without prior approval of the CAMO or CAO.

In case of any non-conformity with this contract, by either of the signatories, the contract will become null. In such a case, the owner or operator will retain full responsibility for every task linked to the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft, and the owner will inform the [F141 CAA] within 2 weeks about such non-conformity with the contract. ’

Textual Amendments

F140 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 1 para. 4 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(2)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F141 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 1 para. 4 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(2)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

5. When an owner/operator contracts a CAMO or CAO in accordance with point M.A.201, the obligations of each party shall be assigned as follows: U.K.

5.1. Obligations of the CAMO or CAO: U.K.

1.

have the aircraft type included in its terms of approval;

2.

respect the conditions listed below with regard to maintaining the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft:

(a)

develop an AMP for the aircraft, including any reliability programme developed, if applicable;

(b)

declare the maintenance tasks (in the AMP) that may be carried out by the pilot-owner in accordance with point (c) of point M.A.803;

(c)

organise the approval of the AMP;

(d)

once it has been approved, provide the owner or operator with a copy of the AMP;

(e)

organise a bridging inspection with the aircraft prior maintenance programme;

(f)

organise for all maintenance to be carried out by an approved maintenance organisation;

(g)

organise for all applicable ADs to be applied;

(h)

organise for all defects discovered during scheduled maintenance, airworthiness reviews or reported by the owner to be rectified by an approved maintenance organisation;

(i)

coordinate scheduled maintenance, the application of ADs, the replacement of life-limited parts, and component inspection requirements;

(j)

inform the owner each time the aircraft shall be brought to an approved maintenance organisation;

(k)

manage all technical records;

(l)

archive all technical records;

3.

organise the approval of any modification to the aircraft in accordance with Annex I to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 (Part-21) before it is embodied;

4.

organise the approval of any repair to the aircraft in accordance with Annex I to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 (Part-21) before it is carried out;

5.

inform the [F142 CAA] whenever the aircraft is not presented to the approved maintenance organisation by the owner as requested by the approved organisation;

6.

inform the [F142 CAA] whenever the present contract is not respected;

7.

ensure that the airworthiness review of the aircraft is carried out when necessary, and ensure that the airworthiness review certificate is issued or a recommendation is sent to the [F142 CAA];

8.

send within 10 days a copy of any airworthiness review certificate issued or extended to the [F142 CAA];

9.

carry out all occurrence reporting mandated by applicable regulations;

10.

inform the [F142 CAA] when the contract is denounced by either party.

Textual Amendments

F142 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 1 para. 5.1 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(2)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

5.2. Obligations of the owner or operator: U.K.

1.

have a general understanding of the approved AMP;

2.

have a general understanding of this Annex;

3.

present the aircraft to the approved maintenance organisation agreed with the CAMO or CAO at the due time designated at the CAMO's or CAO's request;

4.

not modify the aircraft without first consulting the CAMO or CAO;

5.

inform the CAMO or CAO of all maintenance exceptionally carried out without the knowledge and control of the CAMO or CAO;

6.

report all defects found during operations to the CAMO or CAO through the logbook;

7.

inform the [F143 CAA] whenever the present contract is denounced by either party;

8.

inform the CAMO or CAO and [F144 the CAA] whenever the aircraft is sold;

9.

carry out all occurrence reporting mandated by applicable regulations;

10.

inform on a regular basis the CAMO or CAO about the aircraft flying hours and any other utilisation data, as agreed with the CAMO or CAO;

11.

enter the CRS in the logbooks as mentioned in point (d) of point M.A.803 when performing pilot-owner maintenance without exceeding the limits of the maintenance tasks list as declared in the approved AMP as laid down in point (c) of point M.A.803;

12.

inform the CAMO or CAO not later than 30 days after completion of any pilot-owner maintenance task in accordance with point (a) of point M.A.305.

Textual Amendments

F143 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 1 para. 5.2 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(2)(d)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F144 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 1 para. 5.2 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(2)(d)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

6. When an owner or operator contracts a CAMO or CAO in accordance with point M.A.201, the obligations of each party in respect of mandatory and voluntary occurrence reporting in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council (3) shall be clearly specified.]] U.K.

Appendix II Authorised Release Certificate [F145 CAA Form 1]

Textual Amendments

F145 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 2 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F146 F147 F148 These instructions relate only to the use of the [F145 CAA Form 1] for maintenance purposes. Attention is drawn to Appendix I to Annex I (Part-21) of Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 which covers the use of the [F145 CAA Form 1] for production purposes.

Textual Amendments

F146 Annex 1 Appendix 2: in the form, in block 1, the words “Approving Competent Authority / Country” are substituted by “CAA/UK” (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(d)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F147 Annex 1 Appendix 2: in the form, in block 2, the words “EASA Form 1” are substituted by “CAA Form 1” (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(d)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F148 Annex 1 Appendix 2: in the form, at the end, the words “EASA Form 1-MF/CAO/145 Issue 3” are substituted by “CAA Form 1-MF/CAO/145 Issue 1” (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(d)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 24(a)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

1. PURPOSE AND USE U.K.

1.1. The primary purpose of the Certificate is to declare the airworthiness of maintenance work undertaken on products, parts and appliances (hereafter referred to as ‘item(s)’). U.K.

1.2. Correlation must be established between the Certificate and the item(s). The originator must retain a Certificate in a form that allows verification of the original data. U.K.

1.3. The Certificate is acceptable to many airworthiness authorities, but may be dependent on the existence of bilateral agreements and/or the policy of the airworthiness authority. The ‘approved design data’ mentioned in this Certificate then means approved by the airworthiness authority of the importing country. U.K.

1.4. The Certificate is not a delivery or shipping note. U.K.

1.5. Aircraft are not to be released using the Certificate. U.K.

1.6. The Certificate does not constitute approval to install the item on a particular aircraft, engine, or propeller but helps the end user determine its airworthiness approval status. U.K.

1.7. A mixture of production released and maintenance released items is not permitted on the same Certificate. U.K.

2. GENERAL FORMAT U.K.

2.1. The Certificate must comply with the format attached including block numbers and the location of each block. The size of each block may however be varied to suit the individual application, but not to the extent that would make the Certificate unrecognisable. U.K.

2.2. The Certificate must be in ‘landscape’ format but the overall size may be significantly increased or decreased so long as the Certificate remains recognisable and legible. If in doubt consult the [F149 CAA]. U.K.

Textual Amendments

F149 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 2.2 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

2.3. The User/Installer responsibility statement can be placed on either side of the form. U.K.

2.4. All printing must be clear and legible to permit easy reading. U.K.

2.5. The Certificate may either be pre-printed or computer generated but in either case the printing of lines and characters must be clear and legible and in accordance with the defined format. U.K.

2.6. The Certificate should be in English, and if appropriate, in one or more other languages. U.K.

2.7. The details to be entered on the Certificate may be either machine/computer printed or hand-written using block letters and must permit easy reading. U.K.

2.8. Limit the use of abbreviations to a minimum, to aid clarity. U.K.

2.9. The space remaining on the reverse side of the Certificate may be used by the originator for any additional information but must not include any certification statement. Any use of the reverse side of the Certificate must be referenced in the appropriate block on the front side of the Certificate U.K.

3. COPIES U.K.

3.1. There is no restriction in the number of copies of the Certificate sent to the customer or retained by the originator. U.K.

4. ERROR(S) ON A CERTIFICATE U.K.

4.1. If an end-user finds an error(s) on a Certificate, he must identify it/them in writing to the originator. The originator may issue a new Certificate only if the error(s) can be verified and corrected. U.K.

4.2. The new Certificate must have a new tracking number, signature and date. U.K.

4.3. The request for a new Certificate may be honoured without re-verification of the item(s) condition. The new Certificate is not a statement of current condition and should refer to the previous Certificate in block 12 by the following statement; ‘This Certificate corrects the error(s) in block(s) [enter block(s) corrected] of the Certificate [enter original tracking number] dated [enter original issuance date] and does not cover conformity/condition/release to service’. Both Certificates should be retained according to the retention period associated with the first. U.K.

5. COMPLETION OF THE CERTIFICATE BY THE ORIGINATOR U.K.

Block 1 [F150 CAA/UK] U.K.

F151 ...

Textual Amendments

F151 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(c)(i)(bb) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Textual Amendments

F150 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 5 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(c)(i)(aa) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Block 2 [F152 CAA Form 1] header U.K.

‘AUTHORISED RELEASE CERTIFICATE

[F152 CAA Form 1’]

Textual Amendments

F152 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 5 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(c)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Block 3 Form Tracking Number U.K.

Enter the unique number established by the numbering system/procedure of the organisation identified in block 4; this may include alpha/numeric characters.

Block 4 Organisation Name and Address U.K.

Enter the full name and address of the approved organisation (refer to [F153 CAA Form 3]) releasing the work covered by this Certificate. Logos, etc., are permitted if the logo can be contained within the block.

Textual Amendments

F153 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 5 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(c)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Block 5 Work Order/Contract/Invoice U.K.

To facilitate customer traceability of the item(s), enter the work order number, contract number, invoice number, or similar reference number.

Block 6 Item U.K.

Enter line item numbers when there is more than one line item. This block permits easy cross-referencing to the Remarks block 12.

Block 7 Description U.K.

Enter the name or description of the item. Preference should be given to the term used in the instructions for continued airworthiness or maintenance data (e.g. Illustrated Parts Catalogue, Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Service Bulletin, Component Maintenance Manual).

Block 8 Part Number U.K.

Enter the part number as it appears on the item or tag/packaging. In case of an engine or propeller the type designation may be used.

Block 9 Quantity U.K.

State the quantity of items.

Block 10 Serial Number U.K.

If the item is required by regulations to be identified with a serial number, enter it here. Additionally, any other serial number not required by regulation may also be entered. If there is no serial number identified on the item, enter ‘N/A’.

Block 11 Status/Work U.K.

The following describes the permissible entries for block 11. Enter only one of these terms — where more than one may be applicable, use the one that most accurately describes the majority of the work performed and/or the status of the article.

a Applicable standard means a manufacturing/design/maintenance/quality standard, method, technique or practice approved by or acceptable to the [F154 CAA]. The applicable standard shall be described in block 12.
(i)	Overhauled	.	Means a process that ensures the item is in complete conformity with all the applicable service tolerances specified in the type certificate holder's, or equipment manufacturer's instructions for continued airworthiness, or in the data which is approved or accepted by the [F155 CAA]. The item will be at least disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired as necessary, reassembled and tested in accordance with the above specified data.
(ii)	Repaired	.	Rectification of defect(s) using an applicable standarda.
(iii)	Inspected/Tested	.	Examination, measurement, etc. in accordance with an applicable standarda (e.g. visual inspection, functional testing, bench testing etc.).
(iv)	Modified	.	Alteration of an item to conform to an applicable standarda.

Textual Amendments

F154 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 5 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(c)(iv)(bb) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F155 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 5 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(c)(iv)(aa) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Block 12 Remarks U.K.

Describe the work identified in Block 11, either directly or by reference to supporting documentation, necessary for the user or installer to determine the airworthiness of item(s) in relation to the work being certified. If necessary, a separate sheet may be used and referenced from the main [F156 CAA Form 1]. Each statement must clearly identify which item(s) in Block 6 it relates to.

Textual Amendments

F156 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 5 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(c)(v) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Examples of information to be entered in block 12 are:

(i)

Maintenance data used, including the revision status and reference.

(ii)

Compliance with airworthiness directives or service bulletins.

(iii)

Repairs carried out.

(iv)

Modifications carried out.

(v)

Replacement parts installed.

(vi)

Life limited parts status.

(vii)

Deviations from the customer work order.

(viii)

Release statements to satisfy a foreign Civil Aviation Authority maintenance requirement.

(ix)

Information needed to support shipment with shortages or re-assembly after delivery.

(x)

[F2 [X1 For maintenance organisations approved in accordance with Subpart F of Annex I (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO), the component CRS statement referred to in point M.A.613 and CAO.A.070, as applicable:

‘ Certifies that, unless otherwise specified in this block, the work identified in block 11 and described in this block was accomplished in accordance with the requirements of Section A, Subpart F of Annex I (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO) to Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014, and in respect to that work the item is considered ready for release to service. THIS IS NOT A RELEASE UNDER ANNEX II (PART-145) TO REGULATION (EU) No 1321/2014. ’

If printing the data from an electronic [F156 CAA Form 1], any appropriate data not fit for other blocks should be entered in this block.]]

Block 13a-13e U.K.

General Requirements for blocks 13a-13e: Not used for maintenance release. Shade, darken, or otherwise mark to preclude inadvertent or unauthorised use.

[F2 [X1 Block 14a U.K.

Mark the appropriate box(es) indicating which regulations apply to the completed work. If the box ‘ other regulations specified in block 12 ’ is marked, then the regulations of the other airworthiness authority(ies) must be identified in block 12. At least one box must be marked, or both boxes may be marked, as appropriate.

For all maintenance carried out by maintenance organisations approved in accordance with Section A, Subpart F of Annex I (Part M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO) to Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014, the box ‘ other regulation specified in block 12 ’ shall be ticked and the CRS statement be entered in block 12. In that case, the certification statement ‘ unless otherwise specified in this block ’ is intended to address the following cases:

(a)

where maintenance could not be completed;

(b)

where maintenance deviated from the standard required by Annex I (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO);

(c)

where maintenance was carried out in accordance with a requirement other than that specified in Annex I (Part-M) or Annex Vd (Part-CAO); in this case, block 12 shall specify the particular national regulation.

For all maintenance carried out by maintenance organisations approved in accordance with Section A of Annex II (Part-145) to Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014, the certification statement ‘ unless otherwise specified in block 12 ’ is intended to address the following cases:

(a)

where maintenance could not be completed;

(b)

where maintenance deviated from the standard required by Annex II (Part-145);

(c)

where maintenance was carried out in accordance with a requirement other than that specified in Annex II (Part-145); in this case, block 12 shall specify the particular national regulation.]]

Block 14b Authorised Signature U.K.

This space shall be completed with the signature of the authorised person. Only persons specifically authorised under the rules and policies of the [F157 CAA] are permitted to sign this block. To aid recognition, a unique number identifying the authorised person may be added.

Textual Amendments

F157 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 2 para. 5 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(3)(c)(vi) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Block 14c Certificate/Approval Number U.K.

Enter the Certificate/Approval number/reference. This number or reference is issued by the [F157 CAA].

Block 14d Name U.K.

Enter the name of the person signing block 14b in a legible form.

Block 14e Date U.K.

Enter the date on which block 14b is signed, the date must be in the format dd = 2 digit day, mmm = first 3 letters of the month, yyyy = 4 digit year

User/Installer Responsibilities U.K.

Place the following statement on the Certificate to notify end users that they are not relieved of their responsibilities concerning installation and use of any item accompanied by the form:

‘THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY CONSTITUTE AUTHORITY TO INSTALL.

WHERE THE USER/INSTALLER PERFORMS WORK IN ACCORDANCE WITH REGULATIONS OF AN AIRWORTHINESS AUTHORITY DIFFERENT THAN THE AIRWORTHINESS AUTHORITY SPECIFIED IN BLOCK 1, IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE USER/INSTALLER ENSURES THAT HIS/HER AIRWORTHINESS AUTHORITY ACCEPTS ITEMS FROM THE AIRWORTHINESS AUTHORITY SPECIFIED IN BLOCK 1.

STATEMENTS IN BLOCKS 13A AND 14A DO NOT CONSTITUTE INSTALLATION CERTIFICATION. IN ALL CASES AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE RECORDS MUST CONTAIN AN INSTALLATION CERTIFICATION ISSUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL REGULATIONS BY THE USER/INSTALLER BEFORE THE AIRCRAFT MAY BE FLOWN.’

[F2 [X1 Appendix III

F158 F159 F160 F161 F162 F163 F164 F165 Airworthiness Review Certificate – [F166 CAA Form 15]]] U.K.

Textual Amendments

F158 Annex 1 Appendix 3: in the first form, the words "United Kingdom" substituted for "[Member State] A Member of the European Union (*)" (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F159 Annex 1 Appendix 3: in the first form, the words "United Kingdom" substituted for "[Member State Code]" (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F160 Annex 1 Appendix 3: in the first form, the words "CAA Form 15b Issue 1" substituted for "EASA Form 15b Issue 6" (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(b)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and by S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 24(b)(i)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F161 Annex 1 Appendix 3: in the first form, the note at "(*)" is omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(b)(iv) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F162 Annex 1 Appendix 3: in the second form, the words "United Kingdom" substituted for "[Member State] A Member of the European Union (*)" (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(c)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F163 Annex 1 Appendix 3: in the second form, the words "Civil Aviation Authority" substituted for "[competent authority of the Member State]" (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(c)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F164 Annex 1 Appendix 3: in the second form, the words "CAA Form 15a Issue 1" substituted for "EASA Form 15a Issue 5" (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(c)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12 and S.I. 2020/1116, regs. 1(3), 24(b)(ii)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F165 Annex 1 Appendix 3: in the second form, the note at "(*)" omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(c)(iv) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F166 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 3 heading substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(4)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Appendix IV Class and Ratings System to be used for the Approval of Maintenance Organisations referred to in Annex I (Part-M) Subpart F and Annex II (Part-145)

1.

Except as stated otherwise for the smallest organisations in point 12, the table referred to in point 13 provides the standard system for the approval of maintenance organisation under Subpart F of Annex I (Part-M) and Annex II (Part-145). An organisation must be granted an approval ranging from a single class and rating with limitations to all classes and ratings with limitations.

2.

In addition to the table referred to in point 13, the approved maintenance organisation is required to indicate its scope of work in its maintenance organisation manual/exposition. See also point 11.

3.

Within the approval class(es) and rating(s) granted by the [F167 CAA], the scope of work specified in the maintenance organisation exposition defines the exact limits of approval. It is therefore essential that the approval class(es) and rating(s) and the organisations scope of work are matching.

4.

A category A class rating means that the approved maintenance organisation may carry out maintenance on the aircraft and any component (including engines and/or Auxiliary Power Units (APUs), in accordance with aircraft maintenance data or, if agreed by the [F167 CAA], in accordance with component maintenance data, only whilst such components are fitted to the aircraft. Nevertheless, such A-rated approved maintenance organisation may temporarily remove a component for maintenance, in order to improve access to that component, except when such removal generates the need for additional maintenance not eligible for the provisions of this point. This will be subject to a control procedure in the maintenance organisation exposition to be approved by the [F167 CAA]. The limitation section will specify the scope of such maintenance thereby indicating the extent of approval.

5.

A category B class rating means that the approved maintenance organisation may carry out maintenance on the uninstalled engine and/or APU and engine and/or APU components, in accordance with engine and/or APU maintenance data or, if agreed by the [F167 CAA], in accordance with component maintenance data, only whilst such components are fitted to the engine and/or APU. Nevertheless, such B-rated approved maintenance organisation may temporarily remove a component for maintenance, in order to improve access to that component, except when such removal generates the need for additional maintenance not eligible for the provisions of this point. The limitation section will specify the scope of such maintenance thereby indicating the extent of approval. A maintenance organisation approved with a category B class rating may also carry out maintenance on an installed engine during ‘base’ and ‘line’ maintenance subject to a control procedure in the maintenance organisation exposition to be approved by the [F167 CAA]. The maintenance organisation exposition scope of work shall reflect such activity where permitted by the [F167 CAA].

6.

A category C class rating means that the approved maintenance organisation may carry out maintenance on uninstalled components (excluding engines and APUs) intended for fitment to the aircraft or engine/APU. The limitation section will specify the scope of such maintenance thereby indicating the extent of approval. A maintenance organisation approved with a category C class rating may also carry out maintenance on an installed component during base and line maintenance or at an engine/APU maintenance facility subject to a control procedure in the maintenance organisation exposition to be approved by the [F167 CAA]. The maintenance organisation exposition scope of work shall reflect such activity where permitted by the [F167 CAA].

7.

A category D class rating is a self contained class rating not necessarily related to a specific aircraft, engine or other component. The D1 — Non Destructive Testing (NDT) rating is only necessary for an approved maintenance organisation that carries out NDT as a particular task for another organisation. A maintenance organisation approved with a class rating in A or B or C category may carry out NDT on products it is maintaining subject to the maintenance organisation exposition containing NDT procedures, without the need for a D1 class rating.

8.

In the case of maintenance organisations approved in accordance with Annex II (Part-145), category A class ratings are subdivided into ‘Base’ or ‘Line’ maintenance. Such an organisation may be approved for either ‘Base’ or ‘Line’ maintenance or both. It should be noted that a ‘Line’ facility located at a main base facility requires a ‘Line’ maintenance approval.

9.

The limitation section is intended to give the [F168 CAA] the flexibility to customise the approval to any particular organisation. Ratings shall be mentioned on the approval only when appropriately limited. The table referred to in point 13 specifies the types of limitation possible. Whilst maintenance is listed last in each class rating it is acceptable to stress the maintenance task rather than the aircraft or engine type or manufacturer, if this is more appropriate to the organisation (an example could be avionic systems installations and related maintenance). Such mention in the limitation section indicates that the maintenance organisation is approved to carry out maintenance up to and including this particular type/task.

10.

When reference is made to series, type and group in the limitation section of class A and B, series means a specific type series such as Airbus 300 or 310 or 319 or Boeing 737-300 series or RB211-524 series or Cessna 150 or Cessna 172 or Beech 55 series or continental O-200 series etc; type means a specific type or model such as Airbus 310-240 type or RB 211-524 B4 type or Cessna 172RG type; any number of series or types may be quoted; group means for example Cessna single piston engine aircraft or Lycoming non-supercharged piston engines etc.

11.

When a lengthy capability list is used which could be subject to frequent amendment, then such amendment may be in accordance with the indirect approval procedure referred to in points M.A.604(c) and M.B.606(c) or 145.A.70(c) and 145.B.40, as applicable.

12.

A maintenance organisation which employs only one person to both plan and carry out all maintenance can only hold a limited scope of approval rating. The maximum permissible limits are:

CLASS	RATING	LIMITATION
CLASS AIRCRAFT	RATING A2 AEROPLANES 5 700 KG AND BELOW	PISTON ENGINE 5 700 KG AND BELOW
CLASS AIRCRAFT	RATING A3 HELICOPTERS	SINGLE PISTON ENGINE 3 175 KG AND BELOW
CLASS AIRCRAFT	RATING A4 AIRCRAFT OTHER THAN A1, A2 AND A3	NO LIMITATION
CLASS ENGINES	RATING B2 PISTON	LESS THAN 450 HP
CLASS COMPONENTS RATING OTHER THAN COMPLETE ENGINES OR APU'S.	C1 TO C22	AS PER CAPABILITY LIST
CLASS SPECIALISED	D1 NDT	NDT METHOD(S) TO BE SPECIFIED.

It should be noted that such an organisation may be further limited by the [F169 CAA] in the scope of approval dependent upon the capability of the particular organisation.

13.

Table

a [F36 Delete as appropriate]
CLASS	RATING	LIMITATION	BASE	LINE
[F34 AIRCRAFT	A1 Aeroplanes above 5 700 kg	[Rating reserved to Maintenance Organisations approved in accordance with Annex II (Part 145)] [Shall state aeroplane manufacturer or group or series or type and/or the maintenance tasks] Example: Airbus A320 Series	[YES/NO] a	[YES/NO] a
	[F4 A2 Aeroplanes 5 700 kg and below	[Shall state aeroplane manufacturer or group or series or type and/or the maintenance tasks] Example: DHC-6 Twin Otter Series State whether the issue of airworthiness review certificates is authorised or not	[YES/NO] a	[YES/NO]] a
	A3 Helicopters	[Shall state helicopter manufacturer or group or series or type and/or the maintenance task(s)] Example: Robinson R44	[YES/NO] a	[YES/NO] a
	[F4 A4 Aircraft other than A1, A2 and A3	[Shall state aircraft category (sailplane, balloon, airship, etc.), manufacturer or group or series or type and/or the maintenance task(s)] State whether the issue of airworthiness review certificates is authorised or not	[YES/NO] a	[YES/NO]]] a
ENGINES	B1 Turbine	[Shall state engine series or type and/or the maintenance task(s)] Example: PT6A Series
	B2 Piston	[Shall state engine manufacturer or group or series or type and/or the maintenance task(s)]
	B3 APU	[Shall state engine manufacturer or series or type and/or the maintenance task(s)]
COMPONENTS OTHER THAN COMPLETE ENGINES OR APUs	C1 Air Cond & Press	[Shall state aircraft type or aircraft manufacturer or component manufacturer or the particular component and/or cross refer to a capability list in the exposition and/or the maintenance task(s).] Example: PT6A Fuel Control
	C2 Auto Flight
	C3 Comms and Nav
	C4 Doors — Hatches
	C5 Electrical Power & Lights
	C6 Equipment
	C7 Engine — APU
	C8 Flight Controls
	C9 Fuel
	C10 Helicopter — Rotors
	C11 Helicopter — Trans
	C12 Hydraulic Power
	C13 Indicating — recording system
	C14 Landing Gear
	C15 Oxygen
	C16 Propellers
	C17 Pneumatic & Vacuum
	C18 Protection ice/rain/fire
	C19 Windows
	C20 Structural
	C21 Water ballast
	C22 Propulsion Augmentation
SPECIALISED SERVICES	D1 Non Destructive Testing	[Shall state particular NDT method(s)]

Textual Amendments

F167 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 4 points 3-6 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(5)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F168 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 4 point 9 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(5)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F169 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 4 point 12 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(5)(c) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F4 Appendix V Maintenance Organisation Certificate referred to in Annex I (Part-M) Subpart F – [F170 CAA Form 3 MF]

Textual Amendments

F170 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 heading substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(9)(a)

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[F171 United Kingdom]

Textual Amendments

F171 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(6)(a)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

MAINTENANCE ORGANISATION CERTIFICATE

Reference: [F172 United Kingdom].MF.[XXXX]

Textual Amendments

F172 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(6)(a)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 of the European Parliament and of the Council and to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 and subject to the conditions specified below, the [F173 Civil Aviation Authority] hereby certifies:

Textual Amendments

F173 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(6)(a)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[COMPANY NAME AND ADDRESS]

as a maintenance organisation in compliance with Section A, Subpart F of Annex I (Part-M) to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014, approved to maintain the products, parts and appliances listed in the attached terms of approval and issue related certificates of release to service using the above references and, when stipulated, airworthiness review certificates after an airworthiness review as specified in point ML.A.903 of Annex Vb (Part-ML) to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 for those aircraft listed in the attached terms of approval.

CONDITIONS:

1.

This certificate is limited to what is specified in the scope of work section of the approved maintenance organisation manual as referred to in Section A, Subpart F of Annex I (Part-M) to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014; and

2.

This certificate requires compliance with the procedures specified in the approved maintenance organisation manual; and

3.

This certificate is valid whilst the approved maintenance organisation remains in compliance with Annex I (Part-M) and Annex Vb (Part-ML) to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014.

4.

Subject to compliance with the foregoing conditions, this certificate shall remain valid until 24 September 2021 unless the certificate has been surrendered, superseded, suspended or revoked before that date.

Date of original issue: …

Date of this revision: …

Revision No: …

Signed: …

[F174 For the CAA]

Textual Amendments

F174 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(6)(a)(iv) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F175 CAA Form 3-MF Issue 1] U.K.

(*) F176 ... U.K.

Textual Amendments

F176 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 Form omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(6)(a)(vi) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(**) F176 ... U.K.

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MAINTENANCE ORGANISATION TERMS OF APPROVAL

Reference: [F177 United Kingdom].MF.XXXX

Textual Amendments

F177 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(6)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Organisation: [COMPANY NAME AND ADDRESS]

CLASS	RATING	LIMITATION
AIRCRAFT (**)	(***)	(****)
	(***)	(****)
ENGINES (**)	(***)	(***)
	(***)	(***)
COMPONENTS OTHER THAN COMPLETE ENGINES OR APUs (**)	(***)	(***)
	(***)	(***)
	(***)	(***)
	(***)	(***)
	(***)	(***)
	(***)	(***)
SPECIALISED SERVICES (**)	(***)	(***)
	(***)	(***)

These terms of approval are limited to the products, parts and appliances and to the activities specified in the scope of work section of the approved maintenance organisation manual.

Maintenance organisation manual reference: …

Date of original issue: …

Date of last revision approved: … Revision No: …

Signed: …

[F178 For the CAA]

Textual Amendments

F178 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(6)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F179 CAA Form 3-MF Issue 1] U.K.

(*) F180 ... U.K.

Textual Amendments

F180 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 5 Form omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(6)(b)(iv) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(**) Delete as appropriate if the organisation is not approved. U.K.

(***) Complete with the appropriate rating and limitation. U.K.

(****) Complete with the appropriate limitation and state whether the issue of airworthiness review certificates is authorised or not (only possible for ELA1 aircraft not involved in commercial operations when the organisation performs the airworthiness review together with the annual inspection contained in the AMP).] U.K.

[F52 Appendix VI Continuing airworthiness management organisation certificate referred to in Annex I (Part-M) Subpart G – [F181 CAA Form 14-MG]

Textual Amendments

F181 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 6 heading substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/1116), regs. 1(2), 73(9)(b)

[F182 United Kingdom] U.K.

Textual Amendments

F182 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 6 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(7)(a)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION CERTIFICATE

Reference: [F183 United Kingdom].MG.XXXX (ref. AOC XX.XXXX)

Textual Amendments

F183 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 6 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(7)(a)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 of the European Parliament and of the Council and to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 for the time being in force and subject to the condition specified below, the [F184 Civil Aviation Authority] hereby certifies:

Textual Amendments

F184 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 6 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(7)(a)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[COMPANY NAME AND ADDRESS]

as a continuing airworthiness management organisation in compliance with Section A, Subpart G of Annex I (Part-M) to Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014, approved to manage the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft listed in the attached terms of approval and, when stipulated, to issue recommendations and airworthiness review certificates after an airworthiness review as specified in point M.A.901 of Annex I (Part-M) or ML.A.901 of Annex Vb (Part-ML), and, when stipulated, to issue permits to fly as specified in point M.A.711(c) of Annex I (Part-M) to that Regulation.

CONDITIONS

1.

This certificate is limited to that specified in the scope of work section of the approved continuing airworthiness management exposition as referred to in Section A, Subpart G of Annex I (Part-M) to Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014.

2.

This certificate requires compliance with the procedures specified in the continuing airworthiness management exposition approved in accordance with Subpart G of Annex I (Part-M) to Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014.

3.

This certificate is valid whilst the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation remains in compliance with Annex I (Part-M) and, if applicable, Annex Vb (Part-ML) to Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014.

4.

Where the continuing airworthiness management organisation contracts under its Quality System the service of an organisation or several organisations, this certificate remains valid subject to such organisation(s) fulfilling applicable contractual obligations.

5.

Subject to compliance with the conditions 1 to 4 above, this certificate shall remain valid until 24 September 2021 , unless the certificate has previously been surrendered, superseded, suspended or revoked.

If this form is also used for licenced air carriers in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008, the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) number shall be added to the reference, in addition to the standard number, and the condition 5 shall be replaced by the following extra conditions 6, 7 and 8:

6.

This certificate does not constitute an authorisation to operate the types of aircraft referred in condition 1. The authorisation to operate the aircraft is the AOC.

7.

Termination, suspension or revocation of the AOC automatically invalidates this certificate in relation to the aircraft registrations specified in the AOC, unless otherwise explicitly stated by the [F185 CAA].

8.

Subject to compliance with conditions 1 to 4, 6 and 7, this certificate shall remain valid until 24 September 2021 , unless the certificate has previously been surrendered, superseded, suspended or revoked.

Textual Amendments

F185 Word in Annex 1 Appendix 6 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(7)(a)(iv) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Date of original issue: …

Signed: …

Date of this revision: … Revision No: …

[F186 For the CAA]

Textual Amendments

F186 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 6 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(7)(a)(v) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

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[F187 CAA Form 14 issue 1] U.K.

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CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION

TERMS OF APPROVAL

Reference: [F188 United Kingdom].MG.XXXX

Textual Amendments

F188 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 6 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(7)(b)(i) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(ref. AOC XX.XXXX)

Organisation: [COMPANY NAME AND ADDRESS]

Aircraft type/series/group	Airworthiness review authorised	Permits to fly authorised	Organisation(s) working under quality system
	[YES/NO] (***)	[YES/NO] (***)
	[YES/NO] (***)	[YES/NO] (***)
	[YES/NO] (***)	[YES/NO] (***)
	[YES/NO] (***)	[YES/NO] (***)

These terms of approval are limited to that specified in the scope of work contained in the approved Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition section …

Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition Reference: …

Date of original issue: …

Signed: …

Date of this revision: … Revision No: …

[F189 For the CAA]

Textual Amendments

F189 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 6 Form substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(7)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

[F190 CAA Form 14 issue 1] U.K.

(*) F191 ... U.K.

Textual Amendments

F191 Words in Annex 1 Appendix 6 Form omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 262(7)(b)(iv) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(**) F191 ... U.K.

(***) Delete as appropriate if the organisation is not approved.] U.K.

Appendix VII Complex Maintenance Tasks

[F2 [X1 The following constitutes the complex maintenance tasks referred to in points (b)(2) and (c) of point M.A.801:] ]

1.

The modification, repair or replacement by riveting, bonding, laminating, or welding of any of the following airframe parts:

(a)

a box beam;

(b)

a wing stringer or chord member;

(c)

a spar;

(d)

a spar flange;

(e)

a member of a truss-type beam;

(f)

the web of a beam;

(g)

a keel or chine member of a flying boat hull or a float;

(h)

a corrugated sheet compression member in a wing or tail surface;

(i)

a wing main rib;

(j)

a wing or tail surface brace strut;

(k)

an engine mount;

(l)

a fuselage longeron or frame;

(m)

a member of a side truss, horizontal truss or bulkhead;

(n)

a seat support brace or bracket;

(o)

a seat rail replacement;

(p)

a landing gear strut or brace strut;

(q)

an axle;

(r)

a wheel; and

(s)

a ski or ski pedestal, excluding the replacement of a low-friction coating.

2.

The modification or repair of any of the following parts:

(a)

aircraft skin, or the skin of an aircraft float, if the work requires the use of a support, jig or fixture;

(b)

aircraft skin that is subject to pressurization loads, if the damage to the skin measures more than 15 cm (6 inches) in any direction;

(c)

a load-bearing part of a control system, including a control column, pedal, shaft, quadrant, bell crank, torque tube, control horn and forged or cast bracket, but excluding

(i)

the swaging of a repair splice or cable fitting, and

(ii)

the replacement of a push-pull tube end fitting that is attached by riveting; and

(d)

any other structure, not listed in (1), that a manufacturer has identified as primary structure in its maintenance manual, structural repair manual or instructions for continuing airworthiness.

3.

The performance of the following maintenance on a piston engine:

(a)

dismantling and subsequent reassembling of a piston engine other than (i) to obtain access to the piston/cylinder assemblies; or (ii) to remove the rear accessory cover to inspect and/or replace oil pump assemblies, where such work does not involve the removal and re-fitment of internal gears;

(b)

dismantling and subsequent reassembling of reduction gears;

(c)

welding and brazing of joints, other than minor weld repairs to exhaust units carried out by a suitably approved or authorised welder but excluding component replacement;

(d)

the disturbing of individual parts of units which are supplied as bench tested units, except for the replacement or adjustment of items normally replaceable or adjustable in service.

4.

The balancing of a propeller, except:

(a)

for the certification of static balancing where required by the maintenance manual;

(b)

dynamic balancing on installed propellers using electronic balancing equipment where permitted by the maintenance manual or other approved airworthiness data;

5.

Any additional task that requires:

(a)

specialized tooling, equipment or facilities; or

(b)

significant coordination procedures because of the extensive duration of the tasks and the involvement of several persons.

Appendix VIII limited Pilot-owner maintenance

In addition to the requirements laid down in Annex I (Part-M), the following basic principles are to be complied with before any maintenance task is carried out under the terms of Pilot-owner maintenance:

(a)

Competence and responsibility

1.

The Pilot-owner is always responsible for any maintenance that he performs.

2.

Before carrying out any Pilot-owner maintenance tasks, the Pilot-owner must satisfy himself that he is competent to do the task. It is the responsibility of Pilot-owners to familiarize themselves with the standard maintenance practices for their aircraft and with the aircraft maintenance programme. If the Pilot-owner is not competent for the task to be carried out, the task cannot be released by the Pilot-owner.

3.

[F4 The Pilot-owner (or his contracted CAMO or CAO) is responsible for identifying the Pilot-owner tasks according to these basic principles in the maintenance programme and for ensuring that the document is updated in a timely manner.]

4.

The approval of the maintenance programme has to be carried out in accordance with point M.A.302.

(b)

Tasks

The Pilot-owner may carry out simple visual inspections or operations to check for general condition and obvious damage and normal operation of the airframe, engines, systems and components.

Maintenance tasks shall not be carried out by the Pilot-owner when the task:

1.

[F3 is a critical maintenance task]

2.

requires the removal of major components or major assembly and/or;

3.

is carried out in compliance with an Airworthiness Directive or an Airworthiness Limitation Item, unless specifically allowed in the AD or the ALI and/or;

4.

requires the use of special tools, calibrated tools (except torque wrench and crimping tool) and/or;

5.

requires the use of test equipments or special testing (e.g. NDT, system tests or operational checks for avionic equipment) and/or;

6.

is composed of any unscheduled special inspections (e.g. heavy landing check) and/or;

7.

is effecting systems essential for the IFR operations and/or;

8.

is listed in Appendix VII to this Annex or is a component maintenance task in accordance with points M.A.502(a), (b), (c) or (d) [F34 and/or;]

9.

[X2 . . . . .]

[F34 The criteria 1 to 9 cannot be overridden by less restrictive instructions issued in accordance with ‘ M.A.302(d) Maintenance Programme ’ .]

Any task described in the aircraft flight manual as preparing the aircraft for flight (Example: assembling the glider wings or pre-flight), is considered to be a pilot task and is not considered a Pilot-owner maintenance task and therefore does not require a Certificate of Release to Service.

(c)

Performance of the maintenance Pilot-owner tasks and records

The maintenance data as specified in point M.A.401 must be always available during the conduct of Pilot-owner maintenance and must be complied with. Details of the data referred to in the conduct of Pilot-owner maintenance must be included in the Certificate of Release to Service in accordance with point M.A.803(d).

The Pilot-owner must inform the approved continuing airworthiness management organisation responsible for the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft (if applicable) not later than 30 days after completion of the Pilot-owner maintenance task in accordance with point M.A.305(a).

(1)

[F3 [F2 [X1 [F4 Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 24 September 2008 on common rules for the operation of air services in the Community ( OJ L 293, 31.10.2008, p. 3 ).] ] ] ]

(2)

[F3 [F2 [X1 [F4 Commission Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 of 3 November 2011 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures related to civil aviation aircrew pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council ( OJ L 311, 25.11.2011, p. 1 ).] ] ] ]

(3)

[F2 [X1 Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on the reporting, analysis and follow-up of occurrences in civil aviation, amending Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Directive 2003/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1321/2007 and (EC) No 1330/2007 ( OJ L 122, 24.4.2014, p. 18 ).] ]

Editorial Information

X1 Substituted by Corrigendum to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1383 of 8 July 2019 amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards safety management systems in continuing airworthiness management organisations and alleviations for general aviation aircraft concerning maintenance and continuing airworthiness management (Official Journal of the European Union L 228 of 4 September 2019).

Textual Amendments

F2 Substituted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1383 of 8 July 2019 amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards safety management systems in continuing airworthiness management organisations and alleviations for general aviation aircraft concerning maintenance and continuing airworthiness management (Text with EEA relevance).

F3 Substituted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1536 of 16 September 2015 amending Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards alignment of rules for continuing airworthiness with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008, critical maintenance tasks and aircraft continuing airworthiness monitoring (Text with EEA relevance).

F4 Substituted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/270 of 25 February 2020 amending Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards transitional measures for organisations involved in the continuing airworthiness for general aviation and continuing airworthiness management and correcting that Regulation (Text with EEA relevance).