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Design and engineering are the two key factors that play crucial roles in the development of all of our products. The Engineering Department is the core of the company and every product we produce starts and ends there.

Design and engineering in the context of aviation parts involves the systematic development and manufacturing of components to meet the stringent safety, performance, and regulatory standards required for aircraft operations. At AMT, there are several steps to this process as outlined below:

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1. Conceptualization and Requirements

- Designing aviation parts starts with understanding the specific requirements and functions the part needs to fulfill. This involves detailed collaboration between our engineers and end-users to define the performance metrics, environmental conditions, safety considerations, and regulatory requirements.

2. Concept Development and Prototyping

- Our engineers create initial designs based upon the identicality to the OEM part. These concepts then undergo iterative refinement through prototyping and simulation to ensure feasibility and functionality. Prototypes are then tested under controlled conditions to validate performance, durability, and safety.

3. Detailed Design and Engineering Analysis

- Structural analysis is undertaken to ensure the part can perform as designed and withstand operational loads and stresses.    
- Material selection to meet strength, weight, and durability requirements while considering factors like corrosion resistance and fatigue life.    
- Compliance with regulatory standards such as those set forth by CASA, FAA or EASA.

4. Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)

- Once a part has been certified and is ready for serial production, our engineering team will fine tune the manufacturing process and optimize the production flow, tooling requirements, and assembly sequences to minimize costs and ensure consistent quality.

In conclusion, the synergy between our design and engineering teams is essential in developing aviation parts that are not only functional and safe but also efficient to manufacture and maintain. This collaborative approach ensures that aviation parts meet the rigorous standards required for safe and reliable aircraft operations.

For PMA parts, our design input is restricted and the focus is primarily on the engineeing side, namely material testing and analysis as well as refining the production process. We have a lot more input into design as it applies to our non-PMA products, such as our STCs and GSE equipment. A good example is the Katz-Eye product line, where the common component (a dual mode Visible/Infrared Searchlight) was incorporated into two separate new products; namely a ground based mission pack and an AW139 replacement searchlight STC. Both products required significant enginering and design input, encompassing our various engineering teams as well as our design and certification teams.

Aircraft Part Certification:

Aircraft part certification is a standard, albeit rigorous process governed by aviation regulatory authorities to ensure that all components used in aircraft meet strict safety, reliability, and performance standards. Air Mount Technic focuses on two particular certification types, namely PMAs and STCs:

1. Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA):

PMA is issued to a manufacturer for the production of replacement and modification parts that are intended to be used on type-certificated aircraft. It ensures that the parts produced under PMA meet the same safety, reliability, and quality standards as the original parts. PMA parts offer alternatives to OEM parts and are critical for maintenance and repair operations within the aviation industry.

2. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC):

An STC is issued for a modification or alteration to an existing type-certificated aircraft design. It certifies that the modification or additional equipment does not adversely affect the safety of the aircraft and complies with applicable airworthiness standards. STCs are often required for aftermarket modifications, such as avionics upgrades, structural changes, or installation of new systems.

The Certification Process for Aircraft Parts involves four key areas, all of which are equally important. In order for AMT to receive certification of an aircraft part, we must first develop designs that meet the applicable airworthiness standards and technical specifications set by the regulatory authority.This is followed by comprehensive testing and analysis to demonstrate compliance with performance, safety, and environmental requirements.We must then establish and maintain quality assurance systems to ensure consistent production and compliance with the approved design data. All of the above are supported by detailed documentation, which is required throughout the certification process, including design data, test reports, quality control procedures, and compliance statements.

Regulatory Authorities:
Although AMT is based in Asia, the regulatory oversight and approval for all our PMAs and STCs is by CASA (Australia), FAA and EASA. These regulatory authorities have the requisite expertise and oversight knowledge required for international acceptance of PMAs.

Importance of Certification:
Compliance with certification requirements is mandatory for aircraft manufacturers, operators, and maintenance providers to ensure legal compliance and operational integrity. Moreover, certification processes enforce rigorous quality control measures, ensuring that aircraft parts perform as intended and meet the expected service life as well as ensuring that aircraft parts meet stringent safety standards. Certification is the holy grail of aviation in that it governs everything regarding airworthiness. Thus, it is the central part of what AMT does and it is the key to our entire business. It is an area that can be incredibly complex yet necessary. Even in the aspects of our business where certification is not required, such as in our GSE business or consumables, we still incorporate the basic tenets of certification basis into all our product lines.

Quality Control & Material Analysis:

In aviation terms, Quality Control (QC) refers to the systematic processes and procedures implemented to monitor and verify that manufactured parts meet specified requirements and standards. It is crucial because any defects or deviations from specifications can compromise the safety and performance of aircraft. Every product we produce at AMT requires detailed ‘back to birth’ records, as well as a range of other documentation ranging from Certificate of Conformity to detailed lab reports. To comply with these stringent requirements, AMT has a dedicated Quality Assurance team with a specially outfitted Quality Control (QC) lab to ensure full regulatory compliance. All our lab equipment is fully calibrated and operated in a dedicated climate-controlled room.

1. Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA):

PMA is issued to a manufacturer for the production of replacement and modification parts that are intended to be used on type-certificated aircraft. It ensures that the parts produced under PMA meet the same safety, reliability, and quality standards as the original parts. PMA parts offer alternatives to OEM parts and are critical for maintenance and repair operations within the aviation industry.

2. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC):

An STC is issued for a modification or alteration to an existing type-certificated aircraft design. It certifies that the modification or additional equipment does not adversely affect the safety of the aircraft and complies with applicable airworthiness standards. STCs are often required for aftermarket modifications, such as avionics upgrades, structural changes, or installation of new systems.

The Certification Process for Aircraft Parts involves four key areas, all of which are equally important. In order for AMT to receive certification of an aircraft part, we must first develop designs that meet the applicable airworthiness standards and technical specifications set by the regulatory authority.This is followed by comprehensive testing and analysis to demonstrate compliance with performance, safety, and environmental requirements.We must then establish and maintain quality assurance systems to ensure consistent production and compliance with the approved design data. All of the above are supported by detailed documentation, which is required throughout the certification process, including design data, test reports, quality control procedures, and compliance statements.

Regulatory Authorities:
Although AMT is based in Asia, the regulatory oversight and approval for all our PMAs and STCs is by CASA (Australia), FAA and EASA. These regulatory authorities have the requisite expertise and oversight knowledge required for international acceptance of PMAs.

Importance of Certification:
Compliance with certification requirements is mandatory for aircraft manufacturers, operators, and maintenance providers to ensure legal compliance and operational integrity. Moreover, certification processes enforce rigorous quality control measures, ensuring that aircraft parts perform as intended and meet the expected service life as well as ensuring that aircraft parts meet stringent safety standards. Certification is the holy grail of aviation in that it governs everything regarding airworthiness. Thus, it is the central part of what AMT does and it is the key to our entire business. It is an area that can be incredibly complex yet necessary. Even in the aspects of our business where certification is not required, such as in our GSE business or consumables, we still incorporate the basic tenets of certification basis into all our product lines.

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