State of Design
Section 01: Organizations & Authorities
Definition
The ICAO term for the State having jurisdiction over the organization responsible for the type design of an aircraft, engine, or propeller. The State of Design has continuing airworthiness responsibilities including the issuance and management of the Type Certificate, the publication of mandatory continuing airworthiness information, and the obligation to assist other States in ensuring the continuing airworthiness of aircraft on their registries.
Where This Shows Up
For example, the FAA is the authority representing the State of Design for Boeing aircraft; EASA is the State of Design authority for Airbus aircraft. These responsibilities persist for the entire operational life of the type design.
Primary Sources
Defines the obligations of the State of Design for type certification and continuing airworthiness.
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