EASA OSD FC Implementation Timeline EU

• EASA publishes separate lists for type ratings and licence endorsements for helicopters and other aircraft.
• OSD FC documents are certification documents held by TC/STC holders, subject to Part-21 procedures.
• A 2-year transition period is established for implementing OSD FC reports, with a suggested timeframe of 3 months for updating existing approved training courses.

The EASA has established a 2-year transition period for implementing OSD FC reports, allowing training providers time to adapt their programs.

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published two separate lists for type ratings and licence endorsements, one for helicopters and another for all other aircraft. These lists categorize aircraft based on definitions outlined in Commission Regulation No 1178/2011 and its annexes. The lists also indicate whether operational suitability data (OSD) for flight crew is available for each aircraft. EASA type certificate data sheets (TCDSs) and supplemental type certificates contain further references to OSD, which are held by the relevant type certificate or supplemental type certificate holder.

OSD FC documents are certification documents maintained by TC/STC holders, subject to Annex I of Commission Regulation No 748/2012 (Part-21) provisions. Changes to OSD are handled in accordance with Part-21 procedures, similar to changes to aeroplane flight manuals. The responsibility for tracking OSD FC document versions lies with the TC/STC holder, and users should establish a process to receive regular updates, like holding current AFM and quick reference handbook documents.

The EASA has established a 2-year transition period for implementing OSD FC reports, allowing training providers time to adapt their programs. Pilot training courses approved before the approval of OSD FC data must contain mandatory elements by December 18, 2017 or within 2 years after approval, whichever is later. Implementation of changes to OSD FC into existing approved training courses should be done within a reasonable timeframe, with a suggested period of 3 months considered reasonable.

Lawyers and compliance officers should note that the EASA has established a 2-year transition period for implementing OSD FC reports, with a recommended timeframe of 3 months to update existing approved training courses.

Source: Original reporting via Regulations