Occupant Safety & Environmental Systems

The Section's main functions consist of:

• type certification of domestic products and subsequent support to the Companies in obtaining foreign type certification;
• certification of foreign products for use in Canada;
• participation in the development of standards, policy and guidance material for the Transport Canada aircraft certification activities;
• support to the Transport Canada regional organizations in their activities including Supplemental Type Certification;
• participation in Canadian Aviation Regulation Advisory Council (CARAC), international and national working groups and committees including harmonization forums; and
• general support to the Engineering Division and Aircraft Certification Branch as required on such tasks as delegation to industry and audits.

If you would like more information, please contact: Mr. Hugh J. O'Connor,
Manager, Occupant Safety and Environmental Systems, (613) 952-4322.