scope:

The ACSEP will evaluate holders of a DOA, DAS, and SFAR 36 authorization; it also will evaluate all PC, APIS, PMA, and TSO authorization holders, and their associate facilities assessed as category 1 and 2 facilities in resource targeting groups I through III. See FAA Order 8120.2. PAHs assessed by resource targeting as category 3 facilities, suppliers, satellite MMFs, and holders of a letter of TSO design approval are not subject to the ACSEP. However, the ACSEP team leader may extend an ACSEP evaluation at a PAH to key suppliers, subtier suppliers or processors, or satellite MMFs to verify the PAH is satisfactorily controlling its suppliers or MMFs. The AIR directorates will implement the ACSEP. AIR-100 and AIR-200 will support the ACSEP.

PURPOSE. This order establishes and describes the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aircraft Certification Systems Evaluation Program (ACSEP). This program, an element of certificate management, is a vital element within the FAA's mission of continued operational safety and is excluded from the Department of Transportation's plan to reduce internal regulations by 50 percent. FAA Order 8120.2, Production Approval and Certificate Management Procedures, defines the entire certificate management program. Other evaluations, audits, or inspections may be required in accordance with directorate or headquarters directives.