The terms Continued Airworthiness and Continuing Airworthiness are related to aviation maintenance and safety but have distinct meanings in regulatory and operational contexts:
Continued Airworthiness: Refers to design and type certification responsibilities. It involves ensuring that the aircraft type design remains safe and compliant with regulatory standards over time. Tasks include: Issuance and revision of Airworthiness Directives (ADs). Updates to the maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and operational procedures from the aircraft manufacturer. Monitoring in-service performance of the aircraft model and addressing design flaws or risks. Responsibility lies primarily with: Aircraft manufacturers. Regulatory authorities (e.g., FAA, EASA).
Continuing Airworthiness: Focuses on the day-to-day maintenance and operational safety of an individual aircraft. Ensures the aircraft remains airworthy throughout its operational life. Tasks include: Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Compliance with ADs and service bulletins. Regular inspections and record-keeping. Repairs and modifications. Responsibility lies with: Aircraft operators and owners. Maintenance organizations (e.g., Part 145-certified entities). Aircrew (to some extent, for reporting).
Key Difference: Continued Airworthiness is about design safety and type-level compliance. Continuing Airworthiness is about operational safety and maintenance for individual aircraft. Both are critical for ensuring the safety and reliability of aviation operations.
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