Dual Release Mastery: Internal Compliance Referent Training
High-Level Expertise in FAA 8130-3 & EASA Form 1 (BASA Framework)
Dual Release Mastery: Internal Compliance Referent Training
What your teams will learn:
Online
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Alain François
16 hours
32 minutes
Approx. 3 to 4 hours
$
399
About the course
- 100% Online & Self-Paced: Designed for busy aviation professionals, accessible 24/7 on any device.
- Expert-Led Content: Developed by senior EASA Compliance Experts with decades of FAA-EASA bilateral experience.
- Practical Case Studies: Analysis of real-world "Rejected Forms" to learn from common industry mistakes.
- Internal Referent Certificate: Earn a formal Certificate of Knowledge recognizing your status as a trained Compliance Referent.
- Downloadable Resources: Includes "Dual Release Checklists" and "Block 12 Templates" for immediate use in your hangar.
Teaching methods
Target audience
- Quality Assurance Managers & Assistants looking to streamline their compliance process.
Assessment
This training requires you to complete the entire course, watch the video lectures, and read the accompanying documents.
Content
BASA & MAG Framework: In-depth analysis of the FAA/EASA Bilateral Agreement and Maintenance Annex Guidance Section C.
Benefits
Zero-Reject Documentation: Stop the costly cycle of
rejected FAA 8130-3 forms in Europe. Get it right the first time.
Audit Readiness: Minimize EASA findings by implementing
the exact workflows expected by international inspectors.
Reduced AOG Risks: Ensure parts move across the Atlantic
without documentation-related delays.
Qualified Internal Support: Empower your staff to handle
90% of compliance preparation, saving your senior management's time for
high-level operations.
Aero Consulting Standard: Align your team with the industry-leading compliance methodology used by Aero Consulting.
Prerequisites
Course Lessons
YOUR CERTIFICATE WILL BE ACCEPTED BY THE AUTHORITIES
Frequently asked questions about Dual Release Mastery
1. Does this certificate grant me the legal authority to sign an EASA Form 1?
No. Legal signing authority (Release to Service) is a privilege granted by a Maintenance Organization (Part-145) to its designated Certifying Staff. This course provides the technical expertise and knowledge required to prepare compliant documentation. Final validation and oversight remain under the mandatory supervision of the organization’s Quality system and Aero Consulting’s expert signature.
2. My Repair Station is FAA-certified only. Can I use this training?
Yes. This is exactly who this course is for. If your station is looking to obtain or maintain an EASA Part-145 Approval under the BASA/MAG agreement, your staff must master these specific "Special Conditions." This training ensures your team is ready for the dual-release transition.
3. What is an "Internal Compliance Referent"?
An Internal Compliance Referent is a trained professional within your hangar who acts as the primary focal point for FAA/EASA documentation. Their role is to prepare and "pre-audit" every 8130-3 according to Aero Consulting’s professional standards. This ensures that the documentation is technically flawless before final expert validation and signature by Aero Consulting. This role is designed to bridge the gap between shop-floor production and our final compliance oversight.
4. Is this training compliant with the latest MAG (Maintenance Annex Guidance)?
Absolutely. The course content is continuously updated by Aero Consulting to reflect the latest revisions of the FAA-EASA Bilateral Agreement and MAG Section C requirements. You are learning the current industry standards.
5. Can we train our entire Quality or Production team?
Yes. We offer corporate licensing and group rates for Repair Stations wishing to standardize their compliance workflow. Training your entire team ensures that everyone—from logistics to the shop floor—speaks the same "Dual Release" language, creating a seamless safety and compliance culture.
6. Can our Quality Manager fulfill the role of Internal Compliance Referent?
Technically yes, but strategically no. While a Quality Manager (QM) has the regulatory oversight, the Referent handles the granular technical precision of every form. By separating these roles, the QM is freed from time-consuming clerical corrections, while Aero Consulting provides the mandatory independent validation to keep the station "Audit-Proof."
7. Can our Repair Station operate the Dual Release independently after this training?
No. Mastering the documentation is only one part of the requirement. Under the BASA agreement, a station must maintain robust Independent Oversight. This training is designed to work in synergy with Aero Consulting’s Mandatory Compliance Services. Our signature remains the legal cornerstone of your Dual Release capability.
8. How do I obtain the certificate?
Complete the entire course (video lectures and accompanying documents), then pass the 20-question multiple-choice assessment with at least 80% correct answers. Your Certificate of Knowledge is then issued automatically.
Alain François
