FAA Part 145 Repair Station
Certification Timeline

Complete Step-by-Step Guide to FAA Part 145 Repair Station Manuals & Certification

Important Information for FAA Part 145 Certification

FAA Part 145 Certification Phases

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Phase 1: Pre-Application

Typical Duration: 2 – 8 weeks

  1. Contact your local FSDO or CHDO
  2. Submit Pre-Application Statement of Intent (FAA Form 8400-6)
  3. FAA assigns a Certification Project Manager (CPM)
  4. Attend the Pre-Application Meeting
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Phase 2: Repair Station Manual Development

Typical Duration: 3 – 9 months

145Manuals.com delivers your complete FAA Part 145 manual package:

  • ✔ Repair Station Manual (RSM)
  • ✔ Quality Control Manual (QCM)
  • ✔ Training Program Manual (TPM)
  • ✔ Capability List + Compliance Matrix
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Phase 3: Formal Application

Typical Duration: 1 – 3 months

  • • Submit FAA Form 8310-3 for your Part 145 repair station
  • • Submit full application package to the FAA
  • • FAA conducts initial document review
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Phase 4: Document Review & Assessment

Typical Duration: 3 – 12+ months

FAA thoroughly reviews your Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM), and procedures. Multiple rounds of comments and revisions are common.

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Phase 5: On-Site Inspection & Approval

Typical Duration: 2 – 6 months

FAA performs facility inspection, verifies compliance with Part 145 regulations, and issues your Repair Station Certificate and OpSpecs.

Typical FAA Part 145 Certification Timeline

Phase Duration Cumulative
Pre-Application2–8 weeks1–2 months
Manual Development3–9 months4–11 months
Formal Application1–3 months5–14 months
Document Review3–12+ months8–26 months
Inspection & Approval2–6 months12–36+ months

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We develop your complete set of compliant Repair Station Manuals (RSM, QCM, TPM) and provide 24 months of dedicated consulting support throughout the FAA Part 145 certification process.