What is the purpose of an observation according to GM1 21.B.433(e)?

The purpose of an observation is to provide additional input to the organisation for continuous improvement, while the organisation remains compliant with the Regulation.

Does the text state that observations are a form of finding?

No, the text differentiates between findings and observations; findings are for non-compliance, while observations are for compliant organisations for continuous improvement.

What does point 21.A.258(c) refer to in the context of this GM?

Point 21.A.258(c) is referenced as the basis for the competent authority to issue a level 2 finding when the observations process is not managed correctly or overlooked.

GM1 21.B.433(e) Findings and corrective actions

Q: What is the difference between a level 2 finding and an observation under point 21.B.433(e)?

Findings are issued for non-compliance with the Regulation, with the organisation's procedures and manuals, or with the certificate including the terms of approval, whereas observations may be issued to an organisation that remains compliant with the Regulation while additional input to the organisation could be considered for continuous improvement.

Q: Are observations issued for non-compliance with the Regulation?

No, observations may be issued to an organisation that remains compliant with the Regulation while additional input to the organisation could be considered for continuous improvement.

Q: What are the three types of non-compliance that lead to findings under point 21.B.433(e)?

Findings are issued for non-compliance with the Regulation, with the organisation's procedures and manuals, or with the certificate including the terms of approval.

Q: Can an observation be issued to an organisation that is non-compliant?

No, observations may be issued to an organisation that remains compliant with the Regulation while additional input to the organisation could be considered for continuous improvement.

Q: Under what condition might a level 2 finding be issued instead of an observation?

A level 2 finding may be issued when the observations process is not managed correctly or overlooked (see point 21.A.258(c)).

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GM1 21.B.433(e) Findings and corrective actions; observations

ED Decision 2023/014/R

DIFFERENTIATION BETWEEN A ‘LEVEL 2 FINDING’ AND AN ‘OBSERVATION’

‘Findings’ are issued for non-compliance with the Regulation, with the organisation’s procedures and manuals, or with the certificate including the terms of approval, whereas ‘observations’ may be issued to an organisation that remains compliant with the Regulation while additional input to the organisation could be considered for continuous improvement (see points (1), (2) and (3) of point 21.B.433(e)).

The competent authority may decide to issue a level 2 finding when the observations process is not managed correctly or overlooked (see point 21.A.258(c)).

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Source-Title: GM1 21.B.433(e) Findings and corrective actions, observations View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-21938 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.433 Findings and corrective actions, observations

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR