New system for modification approvals

It has be shown that the current SACAA system of providing installation approvals is not in line with international best practices and an alternate system should be phased in to re-align with other NAAs.

The first step in this re-alignment process required the granting of an internal exemption from SACAR 43.02.15(1), which would in turn not require the installer to comply with sub-regulation (2), for the installation of a design change in accordance with certain approved data (STC’s) only in accordance with AIC 61-6, to immediately release pressure caused by over-regulation, on both the SACAA and industry.

This exemption does not cover the installation of minor modifications or where there is no approved data available.  These cases would be handled as per the current 43.02.15(1) & (2). 

There are no new or amended regulations tied to this exemption.  The exemption is purely a relief from a regulatory requirement, the granting of which is subject to certain conditions as outlined in AIC 61.6

There will be no change in the level of aviation safety as the SACAA will still have oversight of this function. 

A new CA43-08 “Modification and Repair Notification” form has been drawn up for the report/notification process, and a new amendment to AIC61.6 explains  how to complete this new form.

To access the index of AIC’s, click here.

To access form CA 43-08, click here.