CAR 521 — Type Certificate Procedures

Section 01: Organizations & Authorities

Definition

The section of the Canadian Aviation Regulations that establishes the procedural requirements for the issuance, amendment, and supplemental type certification of aeronautical products in Canada. CAR 521 defines the application process, certification basis determination, compliance demonstration requirements, and the approval procedures for type certificates, amended type certificates, and supplemental type certificates under TCCA jurisdiction.

Primary Sources

CAR 521 — Procedural Requirements for Type Certificates and Related ApprovalsTCCA

TCCA procedures for type certification of aeronautical products.

Related Terms

Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA)Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)14 CFR Part 21 — Certification Procedures for Products and ArticlesEASA Part 21 — Certification of Aircraft and Related Products

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