Camlobe,
We have around 50 to 60 aircraft on the books, about half are N or VP registered, the rest are G private or JAR OPS, 3 types below 5,700 kg and 6 types above, all twin jet.
The initial reaction was not to apply, due to cost and the distraction from the core business of maintenance, this was reinforced by the increasing numbers of aircraft applying for registration with the IOM, which of course does not have the costly sub part G requirements.
However there hae been a couple of developments, we have been firmly advised by the CAA that they intend to make the renewal of ARCs by the area office so difficult and costly that it can't be an option, secondly the Private customers have indicated that if we wish to keep their custom we must offer a complete package of maintenance and subpart g support.
Next step is the assessment of the task and staffing requirements, any body a suggestion of the number required to support say 20-25 small jet twin aircraft?
I think that the costs will drive the smaller MROs out of business, the IOM will expand the register very rapidly, and the G reg Operators will have to fund another tier of audits, none of which will enhance safety in any way at all.
Best regards,
om15