FAA DER

FAA DER is the site name for Paragon Transportation, a consulting engineering firm. The site address is 8823 W. Topeka Dr., Peoria, Arizona. The site says the firm has delivered complex engineering solutions since 1992. It helps aircraft makers, avionics suppliers and other aircraft groups with product development and certification.

The site says the firm's Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) are either former FAA employees or private industry program managers. The staff covers Parts 23, 25, 27 and 29. The site lists expertise in engines, flight analysis, flight test pilots, mechanical systems, project management, power plants, software, structures, system safety and electrical systems.

The site says the firm writes and approves project specific certification plans and conformity plans. Its work includes complex hardware, ground test plans, flight test plans, DO-160 test plans, test witnessing, test reports, and HIRF and lightning work. The firm can also write and approve flight manual supplements.

The site says DERs can approve or recommend approval of type certificates, supplemental type certificates, type inspection authorizations, 8100-2 standard airworthiness inspections, Form 337 major repairs and alterations, technical standard orders and parts manufacturer approvals. They also review electrical and mechanical drawings.

The site lists past work. One item is an ADS-B compliant system with a Garmin GTX 330 Mode S transponder, approved for 400 eligible aircraft. Another is an EFIS installation with a Honeywell Primus 2000XP IAC. The site also lists a conformity statement to TSO C90d and an ETSO authorization issued by EASA.

The site says the firm specializes in the repatriation of aircraft to FAA standards. It also covers complex modifications to interiors and exteriors. The site says the firm can cover all aircraft types, including helicopters.

The site has a contact page but does not list a phone number.