This course provides an overview of the European Technical Standard Order (ETSO) framework and its role in aviation safety and airworthiness. It explains how ETSO Authorisation enables the approval of aircraft parts and components independently of their installation, ensuring they meet defined technical standards. Participants will gain an understanding of the regulatory basis, including the relevant EASA requirements, CS-ETSO specifications, and the procedures outlined in Regulation (EU) No. 748/2012 – Subpart O. The course aims to build a solid foundation in ETSO principles and their practical application within the certification process.

The training course will be structured as follows:
Module 1 The Regulatory Framework
Module 1.0 Introduction
Module 1.1 ICAO International Regulations
Module 1.2 ICAO Annex 19 SMS
Module 1.3 European Union Regulations
Annex 1 Definitions
Module 2 Regulation 748/2012 – Initial Airworthiness
Module 2.1 Introduction:
Module 2.2 Annex I Section A Subpart G and J - Production & Design Organisation;
Module 2.3 Annex I Section A Subpart Q - Identification of Products, Parts and Appliances
Module 2.4 Annex I Section B Subpart O – Procedures for Competent Authorities
Module 3 The European Union Aviation Safey Agency
Module 3.1 Introduction;
Module 3.2 EASA ETSO Authorisation Procedure;
Module 3.3 EASA CS-ETSO.
Module 4 Final Test

This course is designed for:

• Managers and technical staff of organisations applying for or holding an ETSO Authorisation (e.g. Design Engineers, Certification Engineers, Compliance Verification Engineers, Production Managers)
• Staff of Competent Authorities responsible for oversight of production organisations (e.g. CAA Inspectors, Airworthiness Inspectors, Production Surveillance Inspectors)
• Personnel from non-EASA Member State aviation authorities seeking to become familiar with EASA ETSO Authorisation processes