AC 21-2D

Historical

Advisory circular · Export Airworthiness Approval Procedures

A newer version is currentThis is a historical version. AC 21-2L is the version in force, approved January 29, 2010.
Approved
January 15, 1980
Last reviewed
May 8, 2014
Family
AC 21-2 · 8 versions
Revision
D
14 CFR parts
21

Guidance, not mandatory unless a rule or AD requires it. DRS record last changed November 22, 2025.

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REPUBLIC OF IRELAND - SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Aircraft and other Class I products to be eligible for certification by the Department of Transport and Power should be covered by Export Certificates of Airworthiness, as provided for in Part 21 of the United States Federal Aviation Regulations.

2. Class II and III products will be exported in accordance with procedures prescribed in Part 2l of the United States Federal Aviation Regulations.

Export Certificates of Airworthiness and other related data should be forwarded to the foreign purchaser, inasmuch as the Department of Transport and Power requires that the applicant (the foreign purchaser) shall submit to that Department such substantiating evidence as may be necessary to establish airworthiness and eligibility for registration and certification by that Department.

4. In addition to the foregoing, applicable parts of the following special requirements prescribed by Ireland will be complied with when exporting aircraft.

a • tal is the furied vendel exported to reland,

(1) A copy of the Type Flight Test Report. Flight characteristics of the aircraft shall be described in this report in a manner convenient for calculating the performance of the aircraft over a reasonable range of weights, altitudes, and atmospheric conditions. Performance figures contained in, or furnished with, the Type Flight Test Report shall have been corrected to standard atmospheric conditions, and a statement to this effect shall be made a part of the report. Established operational limitations, speeds, and approved loads shall be indicated.

(2) A copy of the manufacturer's production flight test report applying to the aircraft in question including a copy of the flight checkoff form utilized with respect to the testing of the aircraft.

(3) Three-view drawings of the major assemblies, installations, and primary structure.

(4) A type record or stress analysis summary or equivalent documentation showing, for all members of the primary structure, their design load, dimensions, materials, strength and margins of safety, or a copy of the static strength test reports when type approval was granted on the basis of such tests.

1/ When in doubt as to whether an aircraft is the first of a model, contact the air authority of the importing country.

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(5) A statement by an authorized representative of the manufacturer to the effect that all pertinent information, modification service bulletins, and revisions to such bulletins will be automatically distributed to the Department of Transport and Power, Kildare Street, Dublin, Ireland

(6) One copy of a flight manual for each aircraft, and one copy of the operating, maintenance (including maintenance schedule), overhaul and repair manuals applicable to the aircraft, engine, propeller and equipment installed on the aircraft.

(7) A list of the necessary special tools and equipment (including a tolerance chart) essential to the inspection and servicing of the aircraft engines, propellers, and associated equipment.

(8) A copy of information or instructions essential to the assembly and rigging of the aircraft.

(9) A list of communications equipment installed, including model capacity, frequency, operating instructions, etc.

b. In case an aircraft of the same model has been exported to, and certificated in Ireland, the following documents or materials will be furnished by the exporter or by the government of the country of origin:

(1) The export certificate will list the propeller serial numbers, as well as the engine serial numbers.

(2) One copy of a flight manual for each aircraft; one copy of operating, maintenance (including maintenance schedule), overhaul and repair manuals if not already provided for in a.(6).

(3) A list of communications equipment installed, including model, capacity, frequency, operating instructions, etc.

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STATE OF ISRAEL - SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (New - July 23, 1978) A. The special requirements described below are associated with those requirements prescribed in the Exchange of Notes relating to the reciprocal validation of airworthiness certificates between the Government of the United States and the Government of Israel, of 23 July 1968 (amended on 4 September 1974).

1. Aircraft and other Class I products are eligible for export to the State of Israel if an Israel Type Certificate and Noise Type Certificate (if applicable) have been 1ssued for them and if they meet the export requirements prescribed in Subpart L of Part 21 of the United States Federal Aviation Regulations.

Aircraft must be eligible for certification in the "Standard" category.

For aircraft meeting the airworthiness requirements for "Restricted" category airworthiness certification, a prior and specific approval of the director of the Civil Aviation Administration must be obtained.

In addition, each Class I product when first exported to Israel, unless otherwise specifically requested, must be accompanied by:

(a) In the case of aircraft, the Export Certificate of Airworthiness, which should include engine make and serial number and propeller make and serial number, when applicable.

(b) A statement by the manufacturer to the effect that all pertinent information, service bulletins, and revisions to such bulletins, will be automatically distributed to the Israel CAA, Airworthiness Dept., P.O.

Box 8, Ben Gurion Airport, Iarael.

(c) Parts Catalog and a list of relevant recommended spare parts relating to the service requirements of the aircraft, aircraft engines, propellers and major auxiliary equipment installed.

(d) One copy each of flight, maintenance and repair manuals licraft, e aircraft, applying to the aircraft, aircraft engine, propeller and all other equipment installed on the aircraft, if relevant.

(e) A recommended Manufacturer's Maintenance Schedule.

(f) Any other information or documentation when specifically requested.

2. An aircraft which is flight delivered to Israel bearing Israel nationality and registration marks must carry the following documents on the delivery flight:

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(a) Israel Certificate of Registration.

(b) Israel Certificate of Airworthiness or Delivery Flight Authorization.

(c) Israel Aircraft Radio Station License.

(d) Approved Flight Manual or equivalent operating instructions.

(e) Such other documents as may be essential to the safe operation of the aircraft.

3. Israel CAA Airworthiness Dept., P.O. Box 8, Ben Gurion Airport, Israel, requests to be advised by Telex - No. 31103 - of the issuance of any Export Certificate of Airworthiness in respect of any aircraft which is to be exported to Israel via fly-away.

4. Class II and Class III products to be eligible for export to the State of Israel must be in accordance with the applicable provisions of Subpart L of FAR 21. Special conditions may be applied in specific cases, whereupon notification to the manufacturer will be made.

5. Procedure is issuance of Israel Type Certificate for U.S.A.

Manufactured Class I Products:

(a) The manufacturer applies in writing to the Israel Civil Aviation Administration, Engineering & Manufacturing Branch, P.O. Box 8, Ben Gurion Airport, Israel, for the issuance of an Israel Type Certificate, based on the FAA Type Certificate which he holds for the product. The request should be transmitted to the Israel CAA through the FAA office concerned.

(b) The request should be accompanied by a photocopy of the FAA T.C. and the T.C. Data Sheet.

(c) When the complexity or special design features warrant, a representative of the manufacturer may be requested to come to Israel to acquaint the CAA personnel with the systems and structural design of the airplane.

(d) The applicable regulations for the issuance of the Israel Type Certificate will be those quoted in the FAA T.C., including the effective date, except that special conditions may be imposed in specific cases.

(e) If any special conditions will be required, these will be notified to the manufacturer.

6. Noise Standards. For any U.S.A. type-certificated aircraft, the same standards applicable to issuance of U.S. airworthiness certificate will generally be applied in Israel for issuance of either type or airworthiness certificate.

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REPUBLIC OF ITALY - SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS In addition to the special requirements outlined below, all Class I, II, and III products should be exported in accordance with the applicable provisions of Part 2l of the United States Federal Aviation Regulations, in order to be eligible for certification by the Government of Italy. Export certificates of airworthiness and other related data should be forwarded to the foreign purchaser, inasmuch as the air authority of the Government of Italy (Registro Aeronautico Italiano) requires that the applicant (the foreign purchaser) shall submit to that Government such substantiating evidence as may be necessary to establish airworthiness and eligibility for registration and certification by that Government. In addition to the foregoing, applicable parts of the following special requirements prescribed by the Republic of Italy will be complied with when exporting aircraft.

a. If the aircraft is the first l/ of a model exported to Italy, the following material shall be furnished with new aircraft:

(1) A copy of the type flight test report. Flight characteristics of the aircraft shall be described in this report in a manner convenient for calculating the performance of the aircraft over a reasonable range of weights, altitudes, and atmospheric conditions. Performance figures contained in, or furnished with, the type flight test report shall have been corrected to standard atmospheric conditions and a statement to this effect shall be made a part of the report. Established operational limitations, speeds, and approved loads shall be indicated.

(2) A copy of the manufacturer's production flight test report applying to the aircraft being operated, including a copy of the flight checkoff form utilized when testing the aircraft.

(3) A type record or stress analysis summary showing, for all members of the primary structure, their design loads, dimensions, materials, strength, and margins of safety, or a copy of the static strength test reports when type approval was granted on the basis of such tests. If the aircraft has been approved for ditching in its country of origin, appropriate substantiating data shall be submitted.

(4) A statement by an authorized representative of the manufacturer to the effect that all pertinent information, modification service bulletins, and revisions to such bulletins will be automatically distributed to the technical section of the air authority of the government of the country of destination.

1/ When in doubt as to whether an aircraft is the first of a model, contact the air authority of the importing country.

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(5) A catalog of spare parts relating to the aircraft, aircraft engine(s), propeller(s), and major auxiliary equipment inatalled.

(6) Three copies each of the operating, maintenance, overhaul, and repair manuals applying to the aircraft, engine, propeller, or to equipment installed on the aircraft.

(7) A list of the necessary special tools and equipment (including a tolerance chart) essential to the inspection and servicing of the aircraft, engines, propellers, and associated equipment. This should include inspection timetables, and appropriate charts and instructions relating to the installed system.

(8) Three copies of information or instructions essential to the assembly and rigging of the aircraft.

(9) A list (in triplicate) of communication and navigation equipment installed by make and model, and operating inatructions.

(a) In the case of an aircraft intended for IFR operation, a statement should be furnished to the effect that the communication and navigation equipment complies with TSO/FAA TC specifications.

(b) Manuals are needed for radio equipment exported to Italy for the first time.

In case an aircraft of the same model previously has been exported to and certificated in Italy, the following documents or material shall be furnished by the exporter or by the government of the country of origin;

(1) A Certificate of Airworthiness for Export listing the propeller serial numbers, as well as the engine serial numbers.

(2) Three copies each of operating, maintenance, overhaul, and repair manuals or other related information, as provided for in 1(a) (6)

(3) A list of communication and navigation equipment inatalled by make and model, and operating instructions.

(a) In the case of an aircraft intended for IFR operation, a statement should be furnished to the effect that the communication and navigation equipment complies with TSO/FAA TC specifications.

(b) Manuals are needed for radio equipment exported to Italy for the first time.

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2. All communication with the Government of Italy shall be directed to:

Registro Aeronautico Italiano, Via del Tritone 169 Rome, Italy 64

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JAPAN - SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (Revised January 6, 1976)

1. Aircraft and other Class I products to be eligible for certification by the Government of Japan should be covered by Export Certificates of Airworthiness, as provided for in Part 21 of the United States Federal Aviation Regulations. Class II and III products will be exported in accordance with procedures prescribed in the applicable provisions of Part 2l of the United States Federal Aviation Regulations. Export Certificates of Airworthiness and other related data should be forwarded by the manufacturer or exported to the Airworthiness Division, Engineering Department, Civil Aviation Bureau, Ministry of Transport, No.

3 Godo-Chosha, 2-1-3, Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan. This does not include data required to be carried in the aircraft in the case of flyaway delivery.

2. In addition to the foregoing, the following materials should be furnished with aircraft to be exported to Japan:

a. If the aircraft is the first 1/ of a model to be exported to Japan, the following materials should be furnished with aircraft (this should include aircraft, with supplemental type certificate and being the first of a model exported to Japan):

(1) One copy of the current official aircraft, engine, and propeller specifications and special conditions and/or exemptions included in the certification basis.

(2) Engineering description of the aircraft including general design philosophy and required illustrations.

(3) Aircraft, engines, and propellers certification compliance table (checklist) based on the selected applicable requirements, and indicating that these requirements are complied with.

(4) Master equipment list.

(5) Evidence of strength of primary structure as ascertained by physical tests and/or calculation including load analysis report on airframe, and electrical load analysis report.

(6) One copy of documents regarding stress level substantiation, low cycle fatigue endurance test, substantiation of maximum limits of rotor speeds and exhaust gas temperature, icing test, ingestion test and 150-hour endurance test of engine. (For turbine engines only.)

1/ When in doubt as to whether an aircraft is the first of a model, contact the air authority of the importing country.

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(7) Schematic drawings, descriptions, and failure analysis reports on aircraft systems.

(8) One copy of the type flight test report and one copy of production flight test report including procedures and tolerances.

(9) One copy of minutes of type certification board meetings.

(10) One copy of maintenance review board report and minimum equipment list for aircraft type certificated in transport category, (1l) Three copies oi parts catalog and operating, maintenance, overhaul, repair manuals and service bulletins applying to the aircraft, engines, propellers, and major equipment installed on aircraft.

(12) Three copies of approved flight manual and weight and balance report applicable to the particular aircraft. The aircraft not exceeding 6,000 pounds shall also be equipped with three copies each of approved flight manual and weight balance report.

(13) Certified aircraft, engines, and propellers, logbooks, or other equivalent historical records showing total time and time since last overhaul.

(14) Record of all modifications accomplished prior to exporting, mandatory as well as nonmandatory.

(15) If the aircraft is certificated in the restricted category, the following materials shall be furnished with the aircraft in addition to above (1) through (13).

(a) A statement by the Federal Aviation Administration, describing the manner in which the aircraft has been modified from the "standard category" configuration to make it suitable for "special purposei operation.

(b) A statement indicating part of the Federal Aviation Regulations, the FAA Aircraft Specifications or Type Certificate Data Sheet under which the aircraft would have been eligible for type certification in the "standard category" except for those "special purpose" modifications accomplished by the manufacturer and which are approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.

(16) In case of a turbo-jet engine, three copies of the report for noise certitication, which should consist of the following items:

(a) Certified maximum noise levels and their 90 percent confidence limits in accordance with the paragraphs 2.2, 2.3, and 2.6, 66

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Appendix 2 which became effective on August 2, 1971, or certified maximum noise levels and their 90 percent confidence limits in accordance with applicable aircraft noise requirements of the U.S. Federal Aviation Regulations.

NOIE: In the latter case, maximum noise levels and their 90 percent confidence limits measured and/or calculated in accordance with the paragraphs 2.2, 2.3, and 2.6, Chapter 2, Part II, and Appendix I of the ICAO, Annex 16, first edition, which became effective on August 2, 1971, should also be attached.

(b) Description of noise measuring and analyzing procedures including correction methods which should include the following items:

1 Measured and corrected sound pressure levels presented in one-third octave band levels obtained with equipment conforming to the standards described in Section 3, Appendix I of the ICAO, Annex 16, first edition, (August 1971).

The type of equipment used for measurement and analysis of all acoustic aeroplane performance and meterological data.

3 The following atmospheric environmental data, measured immediately before, after, or during each test at the observation points prescribed in Section 2 of Appendix I of the ICAO, Annex 16, first edition, (August 1971).

(i) Air temperature and relative humidity.

(ii) Maximum, minimum and average wind velocities.

(iii) Atmospheric pressure.

4 Comments on local topography, ground cover, and events that might interfere with sound recordings.

5 The following aeroplane information:

(i) Type, model, and serial numbers (if any) of aeroplane and engines.

(ii) Gross dimensions of aeroplane and location of engines.

(iii) Aeroplane gross weight for each test run.

(iv) Aeroplane configuration such as flap and landing gear positions.

(v) Airspeed in knots.

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(vi) Engine performance in terms of net thrust, engine pressure ratios, jet exhaust temperatures and fan or compressor shaft rotational speeds as determined from aeroplane instruments and manufacturer's data.

(vii) Aeroplane height above ground determined by a method independent of cockpit instrumentation such as radar tracking, theodolite triangulation, or photographic scaling techniques approved by the certification authorities.

6 Aeroplane speed and position and engine performance parameters recorded at an approved sampling rate sufficient to correct to the noise certification reference conditions and synchronized with the noise measurement.

1 Lateral position relative to the extended center line of the runway, configuration, and gross weight.

8 Description of such noise measuring and analyzing procedures including correction methods that differ from or are not specified in the ICAO, Annex 16, first edition (August 1971), if any.

9 Description and analysis of the sources of possible errors which may exist in the final values of EPNL.

(c) Statement of any additional modification incorporated for the purpose of compliance with the applicable noise certification standards.

NOTE (1): The manufacturer or exporter will be advised by the purchaser on the basis of information furnished to the purchaser by the Civil Aviation Bureau of Japan when the aircraft is the first of a type or model to be imported into Japan.

NOTE (2): All the applicable changes and future issues of the above material should be automatically forwarded to the Airworthiness Division, Engineering Department, Civil Aviation Bureau, Ministry of Transport.

NOTE (3): The Civil Aviation Bureau of Japan may request additional type design data other than the foregoing materials for the issuance of Japan Airworthiness Certificate.

(d) In case aircraft of the same model has been exported to, and certificated in Japan, the following materials should be furnished with aircraft:

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(1) Two copies of parts catalog and operating maintenance, overhual, and repair manuals applying to the aircraft, engines, propellers, and major equipment installed on aircraft.

(2) Two copies of approved flight manual and weight and balance report applicable to the particular aircraft. The aircraft not exceeding 6,000 pounds shall also be equipped with two copies each of approved flight manual and weight and balance report.

(3) Certified aircraft, engines, and propellers, logbooks, or other equivalent historical records showing total operating time and time since last overhaul.

(4) Record of all modifications accomplished prior to exporting, mandatory as well as nonmandatory.

3. If the aircraft is to be exported via flyaway to Japan without a U.S.

nationality and marking, the manufacturer or exporter should display on the aircraft Japanese nationality and registration and Japanese certificate of airworthiness or ferry permit. Upon application of the purchaser, Civil Aviation Bureau of Japan will issue nationality and registration markings, certificate of registration and certificate or airworthiness or ferry permit when the Japanese importer or the U.S.

exporter furnishes Civil Aviation Bureau of Japan the following information:

a. Make and model of the aircraft.

b. Serial number of the aircraft.

c. Purchaser's name and address.

d. U.S. exporter's name and address.

e. Document which certifies transfer of ownership of the aircraft together with date of transfer.

f. Document which ortifies airworthiness of the aircraft (Export Certificate of Airworthiness, FAA Form 8130-4).

4. After the Civil Aviation Bureau of Japan receives the foregoing application and information, the Japanese registration markings will be sent as soon as possible to the place where the aircraft is located and Japanese registration and airworthiness certificates or ferry permit will be delivered to the applicant. The applicant will then forward these certificates to the U.S. exporter for installation in the aircraft.

After this, the aircraft may be flown from the U.S. to Japan.

5. After the issuance of U.S. export certificate of airworthiness, only the modification for ferry flights covered by Form 337 is acceptable.