Assuming FAA capability automatically equals Part-145 coverage

Verify bilateral arrangements and organisational approvals explicitly.

Shipping on Form 1 outside approved rating

Releases must reflect actual approval scope.

Ignoring human factors training records during audits

Paper releases are only as credible as the organisation behind them.

EASA Part 145: what it means for aviation customs

EASA Part 145 is the regulation governing approved maintenance organisations, defining who may maintain aircraft and components and issue releases like EASA Form 1.

Key facts

Also known as	Part-145
Issuing authority	EASA
Applicable regions	EU / EEA
Related regulations	Commission Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014
Document type	Code / reference

Why EASA Part 145 matters in aviation logistics

Customs authorities link maintenance releases to Part-145 approvals; questionable releases invite enhanced scrutiny.

MRO customers demand Part-145 scope alignment before paying cross-border invoices.

AOG sourcing from non-approved shops can strand parts without valid release paperwork.

How EASA Part 145 works

Organisations obtain Part-145 approval with defined ratings and limitations.

Certifying staff follow MOE procedures to issue releases after compliant work.

Changes to scope or locations require formal approval updates.

Common mistakes with EASA Part 145

Assuming FAA capability automatically equals Part-145 coverage Verify bilateral arrangements and organisational approvals explicitly.
Shipping on Form 1 outside approved rating Releases must reflect actual approval scope.
Ignoring human factors training records during audits Paper releases are only as credible as the organisation behind them.

How Doana handles EASA Part 145

Doana captures Form 1 references and shop details from PDFs so compliance teams can confirm Part-145 context before customs submission.

Process EASA Part 145 documents automatically

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