Appendix B B-2 Part Number reference example Part 1 14 CFR Part 21 Sample Matrix This sample matrix is designed to facilitate demonstrating compliance to part 21. This matrix does not include all subparagraphs of part 21; only the regulations that require demonstration of compliance are listed. You should update the sample matrix in accordance with the instructions below.
Part 2 TSO Sample Matrix This sample matrix is designed to facilitate demonstrating compliance with a TSO. Complete this matrix in accordance with the instructions below. If the article complies with multiple TSOs, complete this matrix for each applicable TSO.
Part 3 Industry defined MPS Sample Matrix (SAE, RTCA, etc.)
This sample matrix is designed to facilitate demonstrating compliance with an MPS. Complete this matrix in accordance with the instructions below. If the article complies with multiple MPSs, complete this matrix for each applicable MPS.
Appendix B B-3 Table B-1. Sample Compliance Matrix (Continued)
Paragraph Number Reference paragraph number of applicable regulations, TSO, or MPS applicable to the matrix (TSO or MPS) being completed.
Paragraph Title/Text Reference paragraph title and text of applicable regulations, TSO, or MPS applicable to the matrix (TSO or MPS) being completed.
Amendment Level Reference amendment level of applicable regulations (CFR Matrix).
Methods of Compliance Enter the method or combination of methods used to show compliance with the regulations, TSO, and MPS. Make an entry for each regulation, paragraph, or subparagraph in the matrix. Columns may be changed/added to accommodate actual methods of compliance used.
Analysis (A) This method of compliance includes a quantitative or qualitative assessment, as appropriate, of structures, systems, and components.
An analysis may be a precursor to tests and a validation of the design.
An analysis should be validated using published previous experience or appropriate testing to be accepted for showing compliance to the requirements.
Design (D) This method of compliance encompasses the inherent features of structures, systems, or components. Inspection of hardware, the drawings, the bill of materials, or other documentation such as material specifications shows compliance with the applicable requirements.
Test (T) This method of compliance is a test of the article. The specific test conditions need to be defined in the documentation supporting the test.
Similarity (S) This method of compliance is a comparison between a previously approved design controlled by the applicant and the proposed design.
The intent is to show that these designs are the same in all ways relative to showing compliance with the applicable MPS, so the proposed design will perform the same or better than the previously approved design.
The applicant should account for any differences in the requirements if the revision levels of the TSO are not the same for the two designs.
Refer to the other guidance applicable to the different MPS to determine if similarity is proper.
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Appendix B B-4 Other (O) Specify any other method used to demonstrate compliance.
Enter the plan, drawing, and report numbers used to document the showing of compliance with the requirement. The items referenced here should contain sufficient detail to show compliance to the requirement.
List the documents that are being used to show compliance with 14 CFR part 21 (Part 1).
Modify the TSO number (Part 2) and the MPS number (Part 3) to identify the applicable TSO and MPS.
Part 1: 14 CFR Part 21 Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O - Technical Standard Order Authorization Amdt A D T S O Documentation
21.603 Application. [21-92]
21.603(a) (a) An applicant for a TSO authorization must apply to the appropriate aircraft certification office in the form and manner prescribed by the FAA.
The applicant must include the following documents in the application:
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(1) A statement of conformance certifying that the applicant has met the requirements of this subpart and that the article concerned meets the applicable TSO that is effective on the date of application for that article.
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Appendix B B-5 Part 1: 14 CFR Part 21 Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O - Technical Standard Order Authorization Amdt A D T S O Documentation
21.603(a)
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(2) One copy of the technical data required in the applicable TSO.
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21.603(a)
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(b) If the applicant anticipates a series of minor changes in accordance with § 21.619, the applicant may set forth in its application the basic model number of the article and the part number of the components with open brackets after it to denote that suffix change letters or numbers (or combinations of them) will be added from time to time.
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21.603(a)
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(c) If the application is deficient, the applicant must, when requested by the FAA, provide any additional information necessary to show compliance with this part. If the applicant fails to provide the additional information within 30 days after the FAA's request, the FAA denies the application and notifies the applicant.
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21.607 Quality system.
Each applicant for or holder of a TSO authorization must establish a quality system that meets the requirements of § 21.137.
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Appendix B B-6 Part 1: 14 CFR Part 21 Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O - Technical Standard Order Authorization Amdt A D T S O Documentation
21.608 Quality manual.
Each applicant for or holder of a TSO authorization must provide a manual describing its quality system to the FAA for approval. The manual must be in the English language and retrievable in a form acceptable to the FAA.
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21.609 Location of or change to manufacturing facilities.
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21.609 (a) An applicant may obtain a TSO authorization for manufacturing facilities located outside of the United States if the FAA finds no undue burden in administering the applicable requirements of Title 49 U.S.C. and this subchapter.
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21.609 (b) The TSO authorization holder must obtain FAA approval before making any changes to the location of any of its manufacturing facilities.
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21.609 (c) The TSO authorization holder must immediately notify the FAA, in writing, of any change to the manufacturing facilities that may affect the inspection, conformity, or airworthiness of its product or article.
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Appendix B B-7 Part 1: 14 CFR Part 21 Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O - Technical Standard Order Authorization Amdt A D T S O Documentation
21.610 Inspections and tests.
Each applicant for or holder of a TSO authorization must allow the FAA to inspect its quality system, facilities, technical data, and any manufactured articles and witness any tests, including any inspections or tests at a supplier facility, necessary to determine compliance with this subchapter.
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21.616 Responsibility of holder.
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21.616 (a) Amend the document required by § 21.605 as necessary to reflect changes in the organization and provide these amendments to the FAA.
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21.616 (b) Maintain a quality system in compliance with the data and procedures approved for the TSO authorization;
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21.616 (c) Ensure that each manufactured article conforms to its approved design, is in a condition for safe operation, and meets the applicable TSO;
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21.616 (d) Mark the TSO article for which an approval has been issued. Marking must be in accordance with part 45 of this chapter, including any critical parts;
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Appendix B B-8 Part 1: 14 CFR Part 21 Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O - Technical Standard Order Authorization Amdt A D T S O Documentation
21.616 (e) Identify any portion of the TSO article (e.g., sub-assemblies, component parts, or replacement articles) that leave the manufacturer's facility as FAA approved with the manufacturer's part number and name, trademark, symbol, or other FAA approved manufacturer's identification;
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21.616 (f) Have access to design data necessary to determine conformity and airworthiness for each article produced under the TSO authorization. The manufacturer must retain this data until it no longer manufactures the article. At that time, copies of the data must be sent to the FAA;
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21.616 (g) Retain its TSO authorization and make it available to the FAA upon request; and [21-92]
21.616 (h) Make available to the FAA information regarding all delegation of authority to suppliers.
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21.618 Approval for deviation. [21-92]
21.618 (a) Each manufacturer who requests approval to deviate from any performance standard of a TSO must show that factors or design features providing an equivalent level of safety compensate for the standards from which a deviation is requested.
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Appendix B B-9 Part 1: 14 CFR Part 21 Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O - Technical Standard Order Authorization Amdt A D T S O Documentation
21.618 (b) The manufacturer must send requests for approval to deviate, together with all pertinent data, to the appropriate aircraft certification office. If the article is manufactured under the authority of a foreign country or jurisdiction, the manufacturer must send requests for approval to deviate, together with all pertinent data, through the civil aviation authority of that country or jurisdiction to the FAA.
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21.619 Design changes. [21-92]
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(a) Minor changes by the manufacturer holding a TSO authorization. The manufacturer of an article under an authorization issued under this part may make minor design changes (any change other than a major change) without further approval by the FAA. In this case, the changed article keeps the original model number (part numbers may be used to identify minor changes) and the manufacturer must forward to the appropriate aircraft certification office any revised data that are necessary for compliance with § 21.603(b).
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Appendix B B-10 Part 1: 14 CFR Part 21 Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O - Technical Standard Order Authorization Amdt A D T S O Documentation
21.619 (b) Major changes by the manufacturer holding a TSO authorization. Any design change by the manufacturer extensive enough to require a substantially complete investigation to determine compliance with a TSO is a major change. Before making a major change, the manufacturer must assign a new type or model designation to the article and apply for an authorization under § 21.603.
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21.619 (c) Changes by persons other than the manufacturer. No design change by any person (other than the manufacturer who provided the statement of conformance for the article) is eligible for approval under this part unless the person seeking the approval is a manufacturer and applies under § 21.603(a) for a separate TSO authorization. Persons other than a manufacturer may obtain approval for design changes under part 43 or under the applicable airworthiness regulations of this chapter.
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Appendix A
Appendix B B-11 Part 1: 14 CFR Part 21 Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O - Technical Standard Order Authorization Amdt A D T S O Documentation
21.620 Changes in quality system.
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21.620 (a) Each change to the quality system is subject to review by the FAA; and [21-92]
21.620 (b) The holder of the TSO authorization must immediately notify the FAA, in writing, of any change that may affect the inspection, conformity, or airworthiness of its article.
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Appendix A
Appendix B B-12 Part 2: Technical Standard Order (TSO)-CXXX Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
Para # Paragraph Text A D T S O Compliance Action & Documentation
a. APPLICABILITY.
(1) Minimum Performance Standard. This Technical Standard Order (TSO) prescribes the minimum performance standards that anti-collision light systems must meet in order to be identified with the applicable TSO marking. Anti-collision light systems that are to be so identified and that are manufactured on or after the date of this TSO must meet the minimum performance standard of the Society of Automotive Engineers Inc. (SAE), Aerospace Standard (AS) 8017A, “Minimum Performance Standard for Anti-collision Light Systems,” dated January 30, 1986.
Provide document name, such as “Application Number XXXX” or “Project Notification Letter,” submitted to the FAA as part of a TSOA application.
This document must also include a statement of conformance stating compliance with 14 CFR part 21, subpart O and the MPS for this TSO.
All documentation must be identified with the document name/identifier, date and revision number.
(2) Environmental Standard. SAE AS 8037 incorporates as a reference RTCA Document No. DO-160B, “Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment,” dated July 1984.
(3) Additions. In addition to paragraph 3, General Standard, of AS 8017A, all materials used must be self-extinguishing when tested in accordance with applicable requirements of section 1359(d) and Part 25, Appendix F of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) effective May 1, 1972.
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Appendix B B-13 Part 2: Technical Standard Order (TSO)-CXXX Method of Compliance (see Instructions for details)
Para # Paragraph Text A D T S O Compliance Action & Documentation
b. MARKINGS.
(1) In addition to the marking specified in FAR Section 21.607(d), the following information shall be legibly and permanently marked on the major equipment component.
(i) Class I, II, or III (ref. SAE AS 8017A).
(ii) Nominal power input rating.
(2) Each separate component of equipment that is manufactured under this TSO (e.g., remote power supply) must be permanently and legibly marked with at least the name of the manufacturer, the TSO number, and part number.
c. DATA REQUIREMENTS.
(1) In addition to the requirements of FAR section 21.605, the manufacturer must furnish the Manager, Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), Federal Aviation Administration, having purview of the manufacturer’s facilities, one copy each of the following technical data:
(i) Operating instructions.
(ii) Equipment limitations.
(iii) Installation procedures and limitations.