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Proposed Repair Station Rule Could Interfere with Repair of PMA Parts

Jason Dickstein — Mon, 21 May 2012 21:07:57 +0000

Today, the FAA published a proposed amendment to the repair station rules, with a particular focus on a change in the repair stations ratings system. This proposal could have the unintended effect of decreasing the repair stations that are legally permitted to repair a PMA part, even though they are technically qualified. Continue reading »

Are EASA Fees and Charges Affecting Your Business?

Jason Dickstein — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:50:22 +0000

MARPA is investigating the effect of EASA Fees and Charges on the PMA Community. Your feedback on this important issue is appreciated. Continue reading »

New FAA ICA Policy Restricts Licensing Practices that Undermine FAA Approvals and Regulations

Jason Dickstein — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:12:01 +0000

The FAA has released new guidance that clarifies the agency's position concerning ICA licensing agreements. It will be unacceptable for ICA licensing agreements to include (1) Provisions that restrict sharing of ICAs between an operator and its maintenance contractors, (2) Provisions that restrict use of the ICAs where FAA has found the ICAs applicable (e.g. for PMA parts), (3) Provisions restricting the operator to only install OEM parts, (4) Provisions that require repairs or alterations to be OEM-approved, (5) Provisions restricting repair to only OEM-approved repair stations. Continue reading »

Reuters Report: Hawker Beechcraft Preparing Bankruptcy Filing

Jason Dickstein — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 02:45:59 +0000

Manufacturers supporting Hawker Beechcraft aircraft, like the King Air, Baron or Bonanza, will want to track the company's developments over the next few weeks. Reuters is reporting that Hawker Beechcraft is preparing to file for bankruptcy protection in the next few weeks. This could present an opportunity for the members of the PMA community who are supporting these general aviation aircraft. Continue reading »

Streamlined PMA Guidance – Comment Deadline is Approaching

Jason Dickstein — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 05:00:18 +0000

Don't forget that the deadline for submitting comments on the FAA's DRAFT Order "Streamlined Process for Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA)" is just a week away (March 20). Continue reading »

FAA issues New Guidance for Drafting Service Bulletins

Jason Dickstein — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:34:01 +0000

The FAA has issued an Advisory Circular (AC 20-176) detailing best practices for drafting Service Bulletins (SBs) related to Airworthiness Directives (ADs). Continue reading »

New Brokering Rule for ITAR-Controlled Exports

Jason Dickstein — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:55:33 +0000

The Department of State has published a proposed rule that seeks to to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITARs) as they apply to brokers and brokering activities. Continue reading »

New Tax Regulations Affect Aircraft Parts

Jason Dickstein — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:34:34 +0000

The IRS has issued new tax guidance that affects parts, materials and supplies. Some of these regulations will affect PMA parts manufacturers, while other will affect their customers (and may affect their future buying patterns). Continue reading »

FAA Accepts Comments on Streamlined Process for PMA

Jason Dickstein — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:09:30 +0000

The FAA has released for a comment an Order pertaining to a fast-track PMA approval process for non-complex parts. The Order is entitled "Streamlined Process for Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA)." Continue reading »

New W-2 Reporting Requirements: Start Keeping Records in 2012 to Support the New Obligation

Jason Dickstein — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:03:06 +0000

Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010,employers will have to add information to W-2 Forms to report the amount that the employer has paid for employee health insurance coverage. Continue reading »