Certification Services
Do you need EASA approval for the modification or repair of an aircraft, or are you undertaking a project that requires an EASA Type Certificate or ETSO authorisation?
At gladwings GmbH, we offer comprehensive support for your certification projects — whether you want to obtain a Design Organisation Approval (DOA) for your company or simply need some pointers to get started. We can also handle certification related activities on behalf of your company as a trusted subcontractor.
Schedule a call today to find out how we can help you!
Certification Consulting
When navigating the complex world of aerospace certification, you’re bound to encounter questions about technical requirements, compliance demonstration, and the approval process:
- What is the most efficient pathway to certification for my particular project?
- What technical requirements are applicable?
- How are the means of compliance determined?
- What laboratory, ground and flight tests should be planned?
- How do I structure and manage my documentation regarding my design and the tests performed?
- What EASA fees and charges do I need to budget for?
- How does the application process work?
- What are the regulations for producing and selling my product?
Our experts will ensure you get clear answers and actionable solutions tailored to your project.
Full service
For projects that do not require a DOA, we offer a full service where we create all necessary documentation on your behalf. Optionally, we can also handle the application process as well as technical and administrative liason with EASA.
Typical projects that qualify for this service include:
- Installation of flight test, research or surveillance equipment
- Avionics upgrades
- Installation of a new instrument panel
- Electrical system modifications
- Cabin modifications
Below is a breakdown of the types of projects we support and the scope of our services:
| Your Certification Project | Our Scope | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) | on ELA1 aircraft or its engine or propeller | 3) |
| Major Change | — | 4) 5) |
| Minor Change | all | 1) 5) |
| Major Repair | ELA1 aircraft or its engine or propeller | 3) 5) |
| Minor Repair | all | 2) 5) |
| Aircraft | ELA1 aircraft | 3) |
| Engine | engines (to be) installed in ELA1 aircraft | 3) |
| Propeller | propellers (to be) installed in ELA1 aircraft | 3) |
| ETSO article | on request | 6) |
Notes:
- Some typical minor changes — such as the exchange of avionics equipment, instruments or lighting — are covered by so-called “standard changes”. A specific design approval for the change is not required in this case. Contact us for more information.
- Some typical minor repairs are covered by so-called “standard repairs”. An approval for the repair design is not required in this case. Contact us for more information.
- ELA1 aircraft are defined as manned
- aeroplanes with an MTOM of 1,200 kg or less that are not classified as complex motor-powered aircraft;
- sailplanes or powered sailplanes of 1,200 kg MTOM or less;
- balloons with a maximum design lifting gas or hot air volume of not more than 3,400 m3 for hot air balloons, 1,050 m3 for gas balloons, 300 m3 for tethered gas balloons;
- airships designed for not more than 4 occupants and a maximum design lifting gas or hot air volume of not more than 3,400 m3 for hot air airships and 1,000 m3 for gas airships.
- Major changes can only be performed by the Type Certificate Holder (TCH). An STC on the other hand may be implemented by a third party.
- If you are unsure whether your proposed project is to be classified as “minor” or “major”, contact us for an initial assessment.
- The certification of ETSO articles is a special case and requires alternative procedures — contact us for more information.