Revision: March 04, 2022, at 08:25 AM

RAANZ On-Condition life extension program

RAANZ have established an on-condition program to allow aircraft components (currently engines) to operate beyond manufacturer specified calendar life or time in service.

The main requirements for entry into the program are:

The engine has a documented maintenance and performance record- its history and operation is proven;
The engine undergoes a thorough inspection and review by an approved Authorising Inspection Authority;
The Authorising IA specifies the maintenance schedule and performance and wear limits for the engine;
The Authorising IA signs the engine into the program using the appropriate OCA form;

The main requirements for remaining in the program are:

The engine is maintained according to the specified maintenance schedule;
The engine undergoes an annual condition inspection;
The engine is shown to be within the specified performance and wear limits;

Documents relating to this program are:

CAA Exemption approval- now extended to 31/07/2025
The On-Condition program document;
Sample 4-stroke maintenance schedule;
Sample 2-stroke maintenance schedule;
Authorising IA list;