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FOREWORD

A need was identified for the development of guidance material related to the certification requirements for the airworthiness of commercial aircraft undergoing changes to the aircraft cabin interiors. Such cabin modifications could include simple or complex changes regarding aircraft with passenger, combi- and all-cargo configurations.

The policies and procedures for approval of modifications and repairs to an aircraft cabin may be different among States due to the differences in existing national aviation legislation and regulations.

This manual, developed by a group of regulators and industry subject matter experts, provides additional information on airworthiness-related provisions for States wishing to establish or enhance their system of approval for such modifications and provides information to industry stakeholders, facilitating the effective implementation of such provisions relating to cabin changes in the future.

Comments on this manual, particularly with regard to its application and usefulness, would be appreciated from all States and ICAO Technical Cooperation field missions. These will be taken into consideration in the preparation of subsequent editions. Comments concerning this manual should be addressed to: