EASA Part-ML — Continuing Airworthiness for Light Aircraft

Section 01: Organizations & Authorities

Definition

The EASA Implementing Rule (Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014, Annex Vb) providing simplified continuing airworthiness requirements for light aircraft classified as ELA1 (European Light Aircraft with a maximum takeoff mass of 1,200 kg or less) and ELA2 (up to 2,000 kg). Part-ML offers a proportionate regulatory framework with reduced administrative burden compared to Part-M, while maintaining an adequate level of safety.

Primary Sources

Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014, Annex Vb (Part-ML)EASA

Simplified continuing airworthiness requirements for light aircraft.

Related Terms

European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)EASA Part-M — Continuing Airworthiness Requirements

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