14 CFR Part 35, Airworthiness Standards: Propellers
Section 01: Organizations & Authorities
Definition
The FAA airworthiness standard for propellers, establishing minimum requirements for the design, testing, and certification of aircraft propellers. Part 35 addresses structural loads, fatigue evaluation, bird impact, lightning strikes, and functional testing. Like engines, propellers receive their own Type Certificates separate from the airframe.
Need help with regulatory authority requirements? for expert guidance.
Primary Sources
Across Jurisdictions
EASA (Europe)/ CS-P (Certification Specifications for Propellers)
CS-P
EASA's equivalent certification specifications for propellers.
Related Terms
Explore Further
Need help navigating certification?
Understanding the terminology is the first step. If you need expert guidance on DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754B, or any aspect of FAA, EASA, or TCCA certification, our team is here to help.