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Aircraft manufacturers face prolonged certification processes amid increased oversight

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Aircraft manufacturers face prolonged certification processes amid increased oversight
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Gulfstream Aerospace celebrated the certification of its G700 flagship aircraft on March 30, after an extended approval process that lasted two years longer than expected. The company had initially announced the G700 in 2019 with a target certification year of 2022. However, delays arose due to additional requirements imposed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Gulfstream President Mark Burns stated, "We have successfully completed the most rigorous certification program in company history with the G700."

Burns attributed part of the delay to increased oversight mandated by U.S. congressional directives. He noted that while more documentation and testing were required, this led to "an extremely mature aircraft." The G700 has since received validation from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Qatar General Civil Aviation Authority, allowing deliveries to Qatar Executive.

Meanwhile, Bell's 525 helicopter project faced similar challenges. Announced in 2012, Bell initially aimed for a 2017 certification but later stopped setting timelines due to joint processes with the FAA. Dassault's Falcon 6X also experienced slight delays but achieved EASA and FAA certifications in August 2023.

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The increasing complexity of certification processes is attributed to several factors. Pete Bunce from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association highlighted issues like remote work and retirements affecting FAA staff experience levels. Additionally, scrutiny following Boeing's Max crashes led Congress to enforce stricter oversight through legislation such as the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability Act of 2020.

Dassault CEO Eric Trappier acknowledged these challenges during a recent presentation, stating: “After the Boeing accidents, the certification agencies are more meticulous...to make sure that passengers will be safe.” Walter Desrosier from GAMA observed heightened scrutiny across all aviation authorities globally.

Desrosier emphasized that evolving technologies necessitate new compliance requirements, impacting timelines for projects like Gulfstream’s G700 and Bell’s 525. He noted that manufacturers must adapt to these expectations early in development phases.

As industry standards evolve, manufacturers face extended documentation processes for certifications. Desrosier explained that aviation authorities are now demanding more substantiation in compliance reports. This shift requires manufacturers to revisit past modifications for newer models.

While advancements pose challenges for regulatory bodies like the FAA, they also highlight opportunities for streamlining procedures through digitization efforts outlined in recent legislative measures.

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