✈️Special Conditions for Boeing 747-400 Series
Special Conditions: Archeion Holdings LLC, Boeing Model 747-400/-400D/ -400F Series Airplanes; Electronic System Security Protection From Unauthorized External Access
Summary
These special conditions are issued for Boeing Model 747-400/- 400D/ -400F series airplanes. These airplanes, as modified by Archeion Holdings LLC (Archeion), will have a novel or unusual design feature when compared to the state of technology envisioned in the airworthiness standards for transport-category airplanes. This design feature is a digital systems architecture that will allow increased connectivity to and access from external network sources, (e.g., operator networks, wireless devices, internet connectivity, service provider satellite communications, electronic flight bags, etc.) to the airplane's previously isolated electronic assets (networks, systems, and databases). The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for this design feature. These special conditions contain the additional safety standards that the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The regulatory document outlines special conditions for the modification of Boeing 747-400 series airplanes, focusing on digital systems architecture and security measures. This has direct implications for compliance and regulatory requirements for businesses involved in aviation and aircraft modifications, specifically Archeion Holdings LLC. The requirement for new safety standards mandates adjustments in operations, impacting financial and operational planning.