Published date: 5 April 2025

Purpose

This AC describes an acceptable means of compliance with the aircraft manufacturing organisation requirements under Civil Aviation Rule Part 148 (Part 148).

It is intended to assist organisations in gaining certification to carry out aeronautical manufacturing activities in New Zealand.

Related rules

This AC relates specifically to Part 148 Aircraft Manufacturing Organisations Certification.

Change notice

Revision 5 updates information to align with CAA’s Certification and Licensing policy and removes some specific form references. We have also added a note in the section on rule 148.67 Manufacturing Organisation Exposition, about Drug and Alcohol Management Plans (DAMPs).