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Vertical Aerospace, UK's pioneering eVTOL developer, has expanded its Design Organisation Approval (DOA) scope with the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Initially granted in March 2023, this DOA authorizes Vertical to conduct crucial design activities and issue approvals essential for Type Certification—a milestone for commercial service entry. The recent scope extension allows Vertical's engineers to oversee compliance across key technical domains, including flight control, avionics, and electrical systems. This enhancement streamlines their certification capabilities, reflecting renewed confidence from the CAA following rigorous safety assessments post VX4 prototype incidents. Stuart Simpson, CEO of Vertical Aerospace, expressed confidence in their engineering prowess and strategic partnerships, positioning them to meet global aviation safety standards. He highlighted collaborative efforts between CAA and EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency to expedite certification processes, ensuring the VX4 meets stringent safety benchmarks comparable to large commercial aircraft. This milestone aligns with the CAA's adoption of EASA's SC-VTOL standards, setting a precedent for concurrent certification and validation. Vertical is set to commence piloted flight tests with its advanced VX4 prototype, marking a significant leap towards revolutionizing air mobility. #AvfoilNews #VerticalAerospace #eVTOL #AviationInnovation #CAA #EASA #FlightTesting #AviationSafety

COLOGNE- The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is addressing non-synchronous vibrations (NSV) occurring on CFM International LEAP 1-A engines installed on the Airbus A319neo, A320neo, and A321neo aircraft. The regulator identified instances of non-synchronous engine vibrations on these engines, leading to the issuing of an airworthiness directive (AD). #AirbusA320neo #AirbusA320neoCFMLEAP #AirbusA320neoCFMLEAPEngine #AirbusA320neoCFMLEAPEngineIssues #AirbusA320neoEngines #CFMLEAP1AEngines #CFMLEAPEngines #EASA #EASAAD #EuropeAmerica

COLOGNE- The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is addressing non-synchronous vibrations (NSV) occurring on CFM International LEAP 1-A engines installed on the Airbus A319neo, A320neo, and A321neo aircraft. The regulator identified instances of non-synchronous engine vibrations on these engines, leading to the issuing of an airworthiness directive (AD). #AirbusA320neo #AirbusA320neoCFMLEAP #AirbusA320neoCFMLEAPEngine #AirbusA320neoCFMLEAPEngineIssues #AirbusA320neoEngines #CFMLEAP1AEngines #CFMLEAPEngines #EASA #EASAAD #EuropeAmerica

Joby Aviation announced this week it has become “the first developer of eVTOL aircraft to complete the third of five stages of the Federal Aviation Administration type certification process,” reports a press release. During the third stage process, the company submitted certification plans that cover all of the aircraft’s structural, mechanical, and electrical systems, as well as the company’s intended certification approach to cybersecurity, human factors and noise. “These plans,” says the release, “which detail the tests and analyses that Joby will use to certify every aspect of its aircraft for commercial use, have now all been reviewed and accepted by the FAA, laying the groundwork for Joby to submit test plans and begin for-credit testing across every area of the company’s aircraft program.” JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby, remarked, “Joby continues to lead the industry towards bringing eVTOLs to the commercial market. Our certification and engineering teams are working closely with the FAA and continue to support U.S leadership in this new area of aviation.” Joby is now “fully focused” on the fourth stage of the certification process, where the company is to complete tests and analysis for FAA credit also covering every component and system on the Joby aircraft, as well as the entire aircraft itself. Didier Papadopoulos, President of Aircraft OEM at Joby, commented, “With all of the certification plans accepted by the FAA, we are now completely focused on the execution phase of the process. We have a clear path to certifying every aspect of our aircraft and the team is full steam ahead on executing that path as we continue to lead the industry to commercialisation.” In the fourth quarter of 2023, Joby completed 30 for-credit tests covering a number of flight electronics units as well as structural materials. The testing methods and processes validated through these tests lay the foundation for the Company’s continued expansion of FAA for-credit testing. Joby also recently received its Part 145 Repair Station Certification from the FAA, allowing the Company to perform select maintenance activities on aircraft and marking another key step on the path to commercialising Joby’s electric air taxi service. #avfoilnews #evtol

I'm sharing this because this is very difficult to do in aviation. The FAA practically makes you have unrealistically perfect designs upfront, then also stick with bad designs downstream. So oft there isn't a chance to improve. I know I'm not comparing concepts apples-to-apples. However, Part 25 aircraft are less advanced [yet more complicated] than even the sport category aircraft. Yes, having a conformed design is the crux of certification, but locking in the design and pushing it all through bureaucrats also drastically slows down incremental improvements. In aviation we practically marry ourselves to design choices that are obsolete by the time we are done certifying them.

https://lnkd.in/ei9XxisC A splendid example of a" sandbox " smart regulatory    approach for innovative projects :   special airworthiness certification  and permit to fly . This approach allows to gain experience  in both aircraft design  and operations in controlled environment  that will be very usefull when it  comes to issue  detaiiled rules .

As a pilot-owner, it's important to know that unserviceable equipment doesn’t always mean your aircraft is grounded. Many general aviation aircraft, especially those with piston or turboprop engines, don’t come with a Minimum Equipment List (MEL). That means it's up to you to determine whether your aircraft can legally fly with certain equipment inoperative. In our latest post at Quest Aeronautics, we break down the key things you need to check when faced with unserviceable equipment, including: - Legal Requirements (Part-NCO/Part-91) - Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) - Equipment List (KOEL) - Airworthiness Directives Understanding these aspects ensures you're always making safe, informed decisions. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dmuQM7jH #GeneralAviation #Pilot #Airplane #PilotOwner #UnserviceableEquipment #PilotApprovedExcellence #QuestAeronautics 🔔 **Stay Up-to-Date with Our Newsletter** Get the latest updates, exclusive offers, and insights delivered straight to your inbox. 📧 **Sign up here**: https://lnkd.in/gce57kCR

Soaring High with Confidence: The Twin Pillars of Aviation Safety. In the world of civil aviation, where safety reigns supreme, two documents stand as towering giants: SAE ARP4754B and SAE ARP4761A. These Aerospace Recommended Practices (ARPs) are the bedrock of modern aircraft systems and safety, affectionately known as the Twin Pillars of Aviation. Think of them as: ARP4754B: The blueprint, laying out the what and why of aircraft development, ensuring every system and component contributes to a safe and reliable flight. ARP4761A: The construction manual, providing the step-by-step methods and tools to transform the blueprint into reality. It guides engineers through meticulous safety assessments, leaving no stone unturned in the pursuit of flawlessness. Together, these ARPs empower engineers to confidently declare: "The systems and equipment on today's aircraft are safe." Here's what makes them indispensable: Industry-Proven Expertise: Backed by decades of collective knowledge and experience, these ARPs represent the gold standard in aircraft safety practices. Continuous Improvement: Regularly updated with the latest advancements, they ensure engineers have the tools to tackle ever-evolving challenges. Global Recognition: Accepted worldwide by regulatory authorities and aviation leaders, these ARPs pave the way for seamless certification and operation. Whether you're an engineer shaping the future of flight, a pilot entrusting your life to the machinery, or a passenger seeking peace of mind above the clouds, the Twin Pillars of Aviation stand guard. So, let's celebrate these unsung heroes of safety! Share this post and spread the word about the invaluable role SAE ARP4754B and SAE ARP4761A play in keeping us all flying high with confidence. Like & Comment below your thoughts about these ARPs. #aviation #safety #engineering #ARPs #SAE #TwinPillars #bsbedge #SAEstandards

Exciting News! Evolito has achieved a significant milestone as the first in the UK to secure Civil Aviation Authority Design Organisation Approval for Electric Propulsion Systems ⚡️ This approval demonstrates that the UK's Civil Aviation Authority are satisfied that Evolito has the technical expertise, facilities and capabilities to design safe and reliable products, and is able to comply with stringent requirements for certification. Additionally, this paves the way to start the type certification process, which will bring further benefits to our customers. COO Gareth Morris, discussed the significance of this milestone with FutureFlight's Charles Alcock - read the full article here: https://bit.ly/46FAw05 Or read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/d8hna53F #AerospaceCertification #Certification #DOA #DesignOrganisationAuthority #Safety #Aviation #aviationsafety #aerospaceengineering #futureflight #electricmotors #axialflux #propulsionsystems #propulsion #electricpropulsion #technicalexperts #technicalexpertise

Certification is arguably the most expensive stage of a new aircraft development and is seen as the validation of the safety of the design. But certification is not a substitute for sound engineering and thorough testing. A lot of industry experts feel uneasy about FAR103 designs because they have not demonstrated compliance with certification standards. The key word here is ‘demonstrated’. A design that is based on the experience and best practices can be just as safe as one that has been through the certification process, just as a certificated design can have problems that were not uncovered during the extensive compliance demonstration. According to a BBC article, ‘the Boeing 737 Max has been described as "the most scrutinised transport aircraft in history" after a series of safety issues’ and, the article continues, ‘Aviation expert John Strickland said the Alaska Airlines incident was very different to those crashes, adding that since the 737 Max came back into service it had "an enormous safety record".’ Enormous safety record or not when a system is as complex as a modern day commercial aircraft it is imperative to resist the pressure to deliver before the design has been verified it will be safe. When I designed and built my first aircraft, the Stinger (an all metal wing FAR103 design) which evolved into the Solo, we took over a year to test and verify the assumptions and solutions before we offered it to the public. And it was an extremely simple design. When I took off for the first test flight I had no trouble flying it without a parachute as we had tested even the behavior with components not installed to verify the failure modes since it was offered also in a kit option and we knew to err is human.