FiveGirlKit: "...rather negative view of the systems being introduced by ODA, which assumes it will be worse than before"
Just to amplify the explanation, in a limited context - the type certification of the 787 batteries proceeded under a Special Condition, which (IIRC) FAA uses for relatively new and advanced kinds of technologies. Seems logical that if an extension or modification of existing airworthiness type certification rules and regulations is needed because of new "stuff" being used in the airplane, tbe regulator is wise to acknowledge, and rely upon, expertise in the manufacturer - subject to proper agency-company interaction at all times.
Not trying to steer anyone into thread drifts, yet at the same time, heaping dirt on certification processes overall is imho quite premature - and too little is known as yet to start aligning this tragedy with the 787 battery problems.