FAA iSDR system feedback results

Within the past few years there has been a large scale transition where a majority of aircraft maintainers and operator have begun using the FAA's iSDR system to report service difficulties as well as malfunction and defect reports. The system reduces many of the burdens associated with paper submissions and provides an easy to track resource for QA/QC departments. AMCs final tally on feedback received from the field is in favor of the system. Most comments received agree that once you're set up (if operating under FAR 121, 125, 135, 145) the process is easy and convenient to use. GA and anonymous submissions are even easier. All you need is the link and M&D details.

FAA iSDR Link

FAA Order 8130.21E Change 2

Don't let change 2 slip by before your next FAA audit. I know that simple changes with FAA AC/Order references in your RSM/GMM can be easily overlooked in the gut of the action but make sure that you've incorporated Change 2 to FAA Order 8130.21E if applicable to your operations. (Procedures for Completion and Use of the Authorized Release Certificate, FAA Form 8130-3, Airworthiness Approval Tag)

Here's your AMC quick shot resource link:

FAA Order 8130.21E Change 2

Take your hit on out of date Torque Seal.......Not an airworthiness release reference.

Damage Tolerance Data- Could be important to your operations

Important information for anyone performing major repairs and alterations to aircraft fatigue critical structures. The next time you obtain a repair or alteration scheme for a fatigue critical airplane structure make sure it comes with the damage tolerance data. Though it's now required for holders of design approvals to make this available to you, this will help to keep you in compliance with the Aging Airplane Safety Rule by giving you the means to incorporate it into your maintenance program. I hope that in your experience all DER's and Design Approval Holders have been "on top of it" but believe me, I unfortunately dealt with several FAA DER's before finding a good one that was up to speed with the current regs and actually had a reasonable pricing structure to fit my budget. Sometimes you just have to go through a few to find the right organization that understands your operation. Here is a quick link on the rule so that you're informed if this is going to affect you.


Damage Tolerance Data For Repairs and Alterations