Which EASA regulation paragraphs are cited in the example of a Level 1 finding?

The example cites 21.A.139(d)2.(xii) and 21.A.163(c).

What does the example show about the release of a part not in the capability list?

The example shows that releasing a part not included in the organisation's capability list/scope of work, while ticking the conformity box on the EASA Form 1, is evidence of a Level 1 finding because the organisation cannot demonstrate compliance with 21.A.139(d)2.(xii) and 21.A.163(c).

Why is a part released without approved type design coverage considered a Level 1 finding?

Because the POA holder cannot demonstrate that the released part is covered by an EASA approved/accepted type design, making the part not eligible for installation on in-service type-certificated aircraft, which is a non-compliance with the cited regulations.

GM1 21.B.225(b) Findings and corrective actions

Q: What is an example of a Level 1 finding related to the release of a critical part with an EASA Form 1?

The example describes a POA holder releasing a 'critical' part with EASA Form 1 while ticking the box certifying conformity to approved design data and safe operation, but the part is not included in the organisation's capability list/scope of work and/or the POA holder cannot demonstrate that the part is covered by an EASA approved/accepted type design. Consequently, the part is not eligible for installation on in-service type-certificated aircraft.

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GM1 21.B.225(b) Findings and corrective actions; observations

ED Decision 2023/014/R

EXAMPLE OF A LEVEL 1 FINDING

The production organisation cannot demonstrate compliance with 21.A.139(d)2.(xii) and 21.A.163(c), as evidenced by:

The POA holder released the ‘critical’ Part No XXX, Serial Number YYY with EASA Form 1 No ZZZZ having ticked the box ‘Certifies that the items identified above were manufactured in conformity to: approved design data and are in a condition for safe operation’; while:

(a) the released part is not included in the organisation’s capability list/scope of work; and/or

(b) the POA holder could not demonstrate that the released part is covered by an EASA approved/accepted type design.

Consequently, the released part is not eligible for installation on in-service type-certificated aircraft.

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Source-Title: GM1 21.B.225(b) Findings and corrective actions, observations View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-21898 Compare versions

Domain: Initial airworthiness

Amendedby: Issue 2, Amendment 16

Applicabilitydate: 21 October, 2023

Entryintoforcedate: 21 October, 2023

Regulatorysource: ED Decision 2023/014/R Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-21

Typeofcontent: GM to IR (Guidance material to implementing rule)

Parentir: 21.B.225 Findings and corrective actions, observations

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR