At M-DM Aviation Consultants, we specialize in supporting the importation, exportation, and certification of Transport Canada CAR 525 transport category aircraft. Our expert team ensures that every certification process is thorough, precise, and fully compliant with Transport Canada requirements. We pride ourselves on meticulous attention to detail—no assumptions, no guesswork, and all documentation substantiated with reliable data.
At M-DM Aviation Consultants, we specialize in seamless importation, exportation, and certification for Transport Canada CAR 525 transport category aircraft. Our commitment to precision ensures your aircraft meets every regulatory requirement—no assumptions, no guesswork, just thoroughly substantiated data.
End‑to‑end, thorough, and detail‑driven support for the importation and exportation of Transport Canada transport category aircraft, including:
Evidence‑based, defensible regulatory support:
Developed with precision and complete data integrity:
MD‑M Aviation Consultants delivers thorough detailed, and technically precise solutions for aircraft certification, regulatory compliance, and documentation management. With over four decades of experience across global aviation operations, we provide clarity and confidence in complex regulatory environments.
We also offer guidance and support to applicants who have difficulty navigating Transport Canada’s importation and exportation processes, ensuring every requirement is understood, documented, and fully compliant.
Through decades of collaboration with OEMs, operators, and regulatory bodies, we maintain a reliable network of aviation professionals and AMO/MRO resources that clients can depend on for additional technical or operational support.
We are sensitive to delivery schedules, responsive to customer needs, and take great pride in the quality and completeness of every certification package we deliver.
Every project is executed with full data substantiation, ensuring complete Transport Canada compliance.
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• Over four decades of aviation technical operations experience• Licensed AME & FAA A&P Mechanic• Transport Canada Minister’s Delegate (MD M) since 2007• 100+ Export Certificates of Airworthiness issued• Global experience across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, the U.S., and the Middle East• Proven leadership in aircraft redelivery, lease transitions, and regulatory compliance• Guidance and support for applicants who struggle to navigate Transport Canada’s import and export processes• Sensitive to delivery schedules and committed to supporting customers throughout the entire certification process• Proud of the quality of our work — every package is thorough, detailed, and fully substantiated• Competitive rates and comprehensive final certification packages
Leverage a trusted, well‑established network of aviation professionals—including OEM specialists, AMO/MRO partners, aircraft ferry services and technical experts—to secure the right support and solutions when you need them most.
A Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and FAA A&P Mechanic, Giorgio brings over four decades of aviation technical operations experience, regulatory expertise, and leadership.
He has served as a Transport Canada Minister’s Delegate (MD‑M) since 2007, facilitating the import and export of CAR 525 transport category aircraft—including Dash 8, ATR, Boeing 737,Global Express, Challenger, CRJ, and Embraer products—to jurisdictions across Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, the United States, and the Middle East.
He has been directly involved in the execution of aircraft repossessions, supporting operators, lessors, and legal teams with the technical, regulatory, and documentation requirements necessary to transition aircraft safely and compliantly.
He maintains a hands‑on approach to both documentation reviews and physical conformity inspections, ensuring that every detail is verified, substantiated, and aligned with Transport Canada requirements. This practical involvement reinforces the accuracy and defensibility of every certification package he delivers.
Over his career, he has built a strong, dependable network of aviation contacts, including OEM specialists, AMO/ MRO Resources, and technical experts who can provide additional support when required.
He is known for being highly customer‑focused, responsive, and sensitive to delivery schedules, ensuring that certification activities are completed efficiently without compromising quality. Giorgio takes great pride in delivering thorough, detailed, and fully substantiated certification packages, each one meeting Transport Canada's requirements with precision and professionalism.
His work includes:
Yes. Under the CARs, an aircraft must be registered before it may be operated in Canada. References: AC 202‑002 §3.0; CAR 202.01; CAR 605.03
Yes. Registration marks must comply with CAR 202.01 and Standard 222.01. References: AC 202‑002 §3.1; AC 201‑002; CAR 202.01; STD 222.01
Yes. References: AC 202‑002 §7.5; CAR 202.25
No. All defects must be resolved unless they do not affect safe flight and are properly recorded. References: AC 507‑002 §7.1; CAR 507.02(c)
Only if the importing authority formally accepts the defect in writing. References: AC 507‑002 §6.1–6.2; CAR 509.02(4)(d)
Yes. References: AC 507‑002 §8.0; CAR 507; CAR 509
Yes, provided conformity is established through inspection and documentation. References: AC 507‑002 §6.2; CAR 507.02(b)
Deviations to type design and any importing‑country requirements not yet met. References: AC 507‑002 §6.1–6.2; CAR 509
They must be entered in the journey logbook and listed as Aircraft Deficiencies. References: AC 507‑002 §7.2; CAR 605.94
FAA requires imperial; EASA requires metric; TCCA accepts both. References: CAR 605; FAA 14 CFR 91; EASA Air Ops
Yes. References: AC 573‑010 §3.1; BASA Canada–EU
Yes, if the repair station is FAA Part 145 and located in the U.S. References: MIP Canada–USA; AC 571‑006; CAR 571
Yes. Minor changes approved by EASA are accepted by TCCA. References: TIP Canada–EU §2.13.2; CAR 521
No. They require validation unless installed only for export. References: SI 513‑003; CAR 521
The AD takes precedence. References: CAR 593; CAR 571
The information provided in this FAQ is intended for reference and general guidance only. It does not replace, supersede, or interpret the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), associated Standards, Advisory Circulars, Technical Arrangements, or any other official Transport Canada or foreign regulatory publications. All operators, maintainers, owners, and delegates are responsible for ensuring compliance with the current and applicable Transport Canada regulatory requirements and must verify all information against the official Transport Canada and foreign regulatory sources.
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Have questions about importing, exporting, or certifying Transport Canada CAR 525 transport category aircraft? Our knowledgeable team at M‑DM Aviation Consultants is ready to provide the expert guidance and support you need. We offer a no‑obligation, free consultation call to discuss your requirements, understand your challenges, and outline the best path forward. Reach out to us for detail‑driven service that ensures full compliance with Transport Canada requirements.
Contact: Giorgio Raso 1-905-771-1639, Email: md-maviation@hotmail.com
