This Advisory Circular (AC) describes an acceptable means of compliance with internal quality assurance procedures. Organisations seeking certification are required, under Civil Aviation Rules, to have such procedures in place. Any organisation requiring a certificate under Civil Aviation Rules can apply the procedures and practices outlines in this AC. They are equally applicable to flight, maintenance, or security operations, as appropriate.
This material is intended for Certificated Organisations operating in the New Zealand aviation environment. It describes the Quality Management System that you are expected to use.
This AC relates specifically to CAR Part 119, Part 139, the 140-series Parts, and the 170-series Parts.