What are the acceptable indirect methods for referencing the complete set of ICA in the TCDS?

The complete set of ICA can be indirectly referenced in the TCDS through other means that allow the complete list to be obtained, for example, a complete listing of ICA contained in a 'principal manual' or a reference to the DAH's website.

Can the complete set of ICA be identified by direct listing in the product STC instead of the TCDS?

Yes, the complete set of ICA can be directly listed in the product STC as one of the acceptable identification methods.

What is the requirement regarding revision level when direct reference to ICA is made in the TCDS or STC?

If direct reference is made to the ICA in the TCDS or the STC, no reference to the revision level of the ICA should be made; the revision level should be available elsewhere, such as on the DAH's website.

How should a DAH identify the complete set of changes to ICA for changes to type certificates and repairs?

For changes to type certificates and repairs, the DAH should identify 'a complete set of the changes to the instructions for continued airworthiness' by a statement providing this information, or by confirmation that there are no changes to the ICA. This statement can also be made in the accomplishment document (e.g., embodiment instructions).

What are the five acceptable ways for a DAH to identify the complete set of ICA according to AMC1 21.A.7(b)?

The five acceptable ways are: (a) directly listed in the product TCDS; (b) indirectly referenced in the TCDS through other means allowing the complete list to be obtained; (c) directly listed in the product STC; (d) indirectly referenced in the STC through other means allowing the complete list to be obtained; and (e) if direct reference is made in the TCDS or STC, no revision level reference should be made, with the revision level available elsewhere.

Can a statement about changes to ICA for a repair be included in the embodiment instructions?

Yes, for changes to type certificates and repairs, the statement providing information about the complete set of changes to ICA, or confirmation that there are no changes, can be made in the accomplishment document, such as embodiment instructions.

What does the AMC say about the approval of ICA when the DAH holds a DOA, and what is the exception?

The AMC states that for products and articles for which the DAH holds a DOA, the ICA are considered to be issued under the authority of the DOA, and the approval of the ICA should be made explicit to the reader in accordance with point 21.A.265(h), unless otherwise agreed with EASA.

AMC1 21.A.7(b) Identification of a complete set of instructions for continued airworthiness (ICA)

Q: How can a design approval holder identify the complete set of instructions for continued airworthiness so that it can be directly listed in the product TCDS?

The DAH should identify the complete set of ICA according to point 21.A.7(b) in such a way that the complete set can be directly listed in the product TCDS.

Q: What is the status of ICA for products and articles when the DAH holds a design organisation approval (DOA)?

For products and articles for which the DAH holds a DOA, the ICA are considered to be issued under the authority of the DOA, and therefore the approval of the ICA should be made explicit to the reader in accordance with point 21.A.265(h), unless otherwise agreed with EASA.

Q: Is it permissible to include the revision level of the ICA in the TCDS when directly referencing the ICA?

No, if direct reference is made to the ICA in the TCDS or the STC, no reference to the revision level of the ICA should be made; the revision level should be available elsewhere (e.g., on the DAH's website).

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AMC1 21.A.7(b) Identification of a complete set of instructions for continued airworthiness (ICA)

ED Decision 2021/007/R

The design approval holder (DAH) should identify the complete set of ICA according to point 21.A.7(b) in such a way that the complete set can be:

(a) directly listed in the product TCDS; or

(b) indirectly referenced in the TCDS through other means, which allow the complete list of the ICA to be obtained (e.g. a complete listing of ICA contained in a ‘principal manual’ or a reference to a DAH’s website); or

(d) indirectly referenced in the STC through other means, which allow the obtainment of the complete list of the ICA; or

(e) if direct reference is made to the ICA in the TCDS or the STC, no reference to the revision level of the ICA should be made; in this case, the revision level should be available elsewhere (e.g. on the DAH’s website).

For changes to type certificates and repairs, the identification of ‘a complete set of the changes to the instructions for continued airworthiness’ should be performed by the DAH by a statement to provide this information, or by confirmation that there are no changes to the ICA. This statement can also be made in the accomplishment document (e.g. embodiment instructions).

For products and articles for which the DAH holds a design organisation approval (DOA), the ICA are considered to be issued under the authority of the DOA and, therefore, the approval of the ICA should be made explicit to the reader in accordance with point 21.A.265(h), unless otherwise agreed with EASA.

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Source-Title: AMC1 21.A.7(b) Identification of a complete set of instructions for continued airworthiness (ICA) View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-18961 Compare versions

Domain: Initial airworthiness

Applicabilitydate: 18 May, 2022

Entryintoforcedate: 29 May, 2021

Regulatorysource: ED Decision 2021/007/R Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-21

Typeofcontent: AMC to IR (Acceptable means of compliance to implementing rule)

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR