A comprehensive checklist for aviation design organizations to assess and ensure compliance with Design Organization Approval requirements under FAA 14 CFR Part 21.
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About This Checklist
The Design Organization Approval (DOA) Compliance Checklist is an essential tool for aviation design organizations seeking to demonstrate compliance with FAA 14 CFR Part 21 requirements. This comprehensive checklist addresses key aspects of design processes, organizational structure, and quality management systems specific to aircraft design. By systematically evaluating compliance with DOA requirements, organizations can streamline their approval process, ensure consistent design practices, and maintain high safety standards in aircraft design. Regular use of this checklist helps design organizations identify areas for improvement, enhance their design capabilities, and facilitate smoother interactions with regulatory authorities.
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Provide details on training status.
Select the compliance status.
Enter the number of internal audits conducted.
Select the status of corrective actions.
Select the participation status.
Provide details on documentation status.
Enter the number of validation tests performed.
Select the quality assurance status.
Select the date of the last quality audit.
Select the training compliance status.
Enter the average cycle time for design reviews.
Select the status of the non-conformance management system.
Describe the risk management documentation.
Select the status of the design change approval process.
Enter the percentage of closed corrective actions.
Select the frequency of internal compliance audits.
FAQs
The primary purpose is to help aviation design organizations assess and ensure their compliance with Design Organization Approval requirements under FAA 14 CFR Part 21.
This checklist should be used by design engineers, quality managers, compliance officers, and senior management in aviation design organizations seeking or maintaining DOA.
The checklist covers areas such as organizational structure, design control system, independent system monitoring, design assurance system, and continued airworthiness responsibilities.
Organizations should conduct a full DOA compliance review at least annually, with more frequent partial reviews of specific areas as needed or when significant changes occur in the organization or regulations.
By ensuring thorough compliance with DOA requirements, this checklist helps maintain high standards in aircraft design processes, ultimately contributing to the overall safety and reliability of aviation products.
Benefits
Ensures comprehensive compliance with DOA requirements under FAA 14 CFR Part 21
Streamlines the Design Organization Approval process
Enhances consistency and quality in aircraft design practices
Facilitates effective communication with FAA regulators
Supports continuous improvement in design processes and methodologies