10.5 Subpart J - DOA

Question 1

what is subpart J?

Answer 1

details the requirements to be met by and organisation wishing to hold a DOA

Question 2

what would a DOA use instead of an exposition?

Answer 2

a handbook describing organisation, procedures, products or changes to products to be designed

Question 3

what must a DOA establish and maintain?

Answer 3

a design assurance system (DAS)

Question 4

what is the purpose of a DAS?

Answer 4

to enable the organisation to:
* ensure compliance with TC basis and EPR
* ensure responsibilities are discharged regarding part 21 and its approval
* monitor compliance of the procedure in DAS and feedback system for improvement

Question 5

what shall the DAS include?

Answer 5

an independant checking function demonstrating compliance which shall be submitted to easa

Question 6

what data will be included in the handbook?

Answer 6

• procedures on how sub contractors carry out design work
• names, qualifications and experince of managment staff, and decision making staff regarding airworthiness and environmental protection