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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
During the course of implementing the Changed Product Rule questions arose, some a number of times, which indicated the need for a "FAQ" page. The following represent some questions that have been asked.
- When we identify that a change is substantial and requires a new type certificate do we really mean a new type certificate or can an amended type certificate be used (note, this question is in respect of maintaining a common crew type rating through use of an amended type certificate)?
- Special Conditions: do we apply the later amendment or not?
- Does an applicant have to make a determination of significant or not significant (Step 4 of figure 1 of the AMA) before they look at affected areas (Step 5 of figure 1 of the AMA) or can apply they apply the exceptions in any order they choose?
- How will we know the certification basis of FAA STCs if this is not in the public domain?
- Given that Changed Product Rule comes only into play for "major" modifications to a type design, what definition of "major" modification do we apply?
- Does step 4 (significant?) need to be performed before step 5?
- Does the small airplane exception apply for a change (gross weight increase) to a product that is initially below the threshold but the change puts it above?
- In step 2 (substantial) do we need to consider previous relevant changes?
