AEA Says Don't Be Fooled; FAA's Part 145 NPRM is Costly

Paula Derks: Contrary to the FAA's claim, this proposal does not reflect current repair station aircraft maintenance and business practices, or advances in aircraft technology. It simply does not recognize avionics as a profession.


HOW TO COMMENT (NOV. 19, 2012, DEADLINE):

  1. Go to: www.regulations.gov.
  2. On the home page, in the SEARCH box, type:  faa-2006-26408-0211.
  3. The FAA NPRM will appear. Click on COMMENT NOW.
  4. Complete the comment form. Note: Step 3 of the form gives you the ability to attach a comment letter (document) on your repair station/company letterhead, if you prefer not to type your comments in the box provided.
  5. Hit Submit.
  6. That's it -- it's simple! Please take the time to do it, as it's critical to your business!

For more information about this urgent matter, including the AEA's comparative analysis of the NPRM, visit www.aea.net/part145. Comments are due no later than Nov. 19, 2012.

AEA staff members will be available to discuss the potentially damaging consequences of the NPRM during the NBAA Convention in Orlando, Fla., at booth No. 2591. 

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