EASAapproved

EASAapproved refers to products, parts, or activities that have received certification or authorization from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). EASA is the EU agency responsible for civil aviation safety, and it oversees the certification of aircraft, engines, propellers, appliances, software, and related organizational activities within its member states. When something is described as EASAapproved, it generally means it has been evaluated and found to meet applicable European safety and environmental standards.

The scope of EASA approval covers aircraft and propulsion systems, as well as individual parts and appliances. It also extends to the organizations that design, manufacture, maintain, or distribute aviation products, such as design organizations, production organizations, maintenance organizations, and approved training facilities. Certification instruments include Type Certificates for new aircraft or major changes, Supplemental Type Certificates for modifications, and various approvals under Part-21, such as Design Organization Approval and Production Organization Approval. Parts released to airworthiness under EASA rules may bear documentation such as an EASA Form 1.

The certification process involves demonstrating compliance with applicable Certification Specifications and safety requirements, providing technical data, and undergoing audits or tests as required. Once approved, products or organizations receive a certificate or approval number, and continued airworthiness is maintained through ongoing surveillance and conformity assessments. In practice, EASAapproval is used by manufacturers and operators to indicate regulatory acceptance within the EU and often forms the basis for recognition under international safety agreements and mutual recognition arrangements.

Note that “EASAapproved” is a term used in industry and labeling, while the formal status is conveyed through specific EASA certificates, approvals, and documentation.