VISION
At DART Aerospace, we strive to become the leader in aerospace mission-critical equipment, related services and replacement parts and tools. We define the future of safety-enhancing and cost-effective equipment in an evolving aerospace industry.
MISSION
We are a passionate team of professionals who design, certify, manufacture and service aerospace mission-critical equipment of the highest value for aircraft OEMs and operators.
We deliver on operational excellence by offering superior customer experience while partnering with OEMs, operators and maintenance providers.
We offer solutions that increase safety and help operators stay mission ready.
Core Values
History
& Timeline
Our
Capabilities
Certification
& Expertise
Let us help you demystify the different certification DART can offer.
TC: A Type Certificate (TC) is a design approval by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), aka FAA, when an applicant demonstrates that a product—airframe, engine, propeller—complies with applicable regulations. The TC normally includes type design, operating limitations, a Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS), relative regulations and other CAA conditions or limitations, and is basis for other approvals, including production and airworthiness approvals*
STC: A Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) is issued by the FAA approving a product modification. The STC defines product design change, how the modification affects an existing type design, and lists serial number effectivity. It also identifies the certification basis listing specific regulatory compliance for the design change.*
*http://www.aerofiles.com/STC-Group2.html
PMA & PDA :
In the FAA system, PMA has two meanings:
a. A Parts Manufacturing Approval
b. An approval for a Replacement Part
Interesting Facts
- A PDA (Parts Design Approval) is a TCCA (Transport Canada) approval for a replacement part. Under the TCCA system, there is no difference in the certification work required to obtain a PDA vs an STC. However, at the end of the process, the final documentation one receives is different for a PDA than for an STC.
- A PDA can only be issued for a non-critical replacement part. Therefore, while we can obtain a PDA for a wearplate (landing gear sub-component), TCCA will not issue a PDA for a crosstube or a skidtube (primary/structural components).
- Once DART obtains a TCCA PDA, it is automatically accepted by the FAA and EASA without validation through the respective bilateral agreements. However, some operators are still uncomfortable with the PDA concept since the vehicle to certify a replacement part within their region is an STC, not a PDA or a PMA. To accomodate this matter, DART has started to obtain STC’s for some of its PDA parts.
Partnering with customers to develop new solutions is at the heart of the DART Aerospace philosophy.
DART has extensive experience partnering with helicopter OEMs to design, develop and supply mission critical components. Major helicopters OEMs such as Airbus, Bell, Leonardo and Sikorsky, have trusted DART to collaborate on systems such as flotation, life rafts, landing gear and cable cutters. In many cases, the OEM requests DART to support schedule-sensitive helicopter deliveries where product certification is not just required by FAA or EASA, but where a foreign validation is also mandatory and DART’s certification expertise is the critical enabler to meet the deadline.
In partnership with the OEM, DART has worked both Type Certificate (TC) solutions and Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) solutions. In certain cases, an OEM may elect to engage DART on an STC project baseline because the certification path is much shorter than developing as a TC project, which would require OEM resources which may not be readily available.
To date, DART has designed and developed approximately 20 systems in collaboration with helicopter OEMs. We are always ready to consider new OEM project ideas and structure win-win OEM partnerships so please do not hesitate to contact us.
Our extensive experience is backed up by more than 30 years, delivering high-quality, performing solutions for all your needs.
Meet DART's team of talented & experienced people.
Senior Leadership Team
Alain Madore President & CEO
Alain Madore
President & CEOAwarded “Top 20 under 40” by the Aerospace Helicopters & Wings Magazine in 2017, Alain started at DART in 2012 and was appointed President & CEO in late 2016. Prior to joining DART, he worked for 9 years at Bombardier Aerospace in various engineering, program and business development positions, and actively participated in the development and launch of new aircraft programs.
Francois Bolduc Chief Financial Officer
Francois Bolduc
Chief Financial OfficerM. Bolduc joined DART in June 2020 as CFO. He is responsible for providing leadership for Finance, IT and HR functions. He has more than 25 years of varied experience in financial management, strategic planning and business leadership driving growth, efficiencies and profitability across global organizations. In the past 15 yrs, he has been in senior leadership roles at Bombardier, Bell Flight and Pratt & Whitney Canada where he developed value added finance teams.
Steve Ghaleb Vice President of Commercial Operations
Steve Ghaleb
Vice President of Commercial OperationsIn this executive role, Mr. Ghaleb is responsible for the sales & procurement. Mr. Ghaleb oversees an international sales team located in various offices in Canada, Europe and Australia.
David Shepherd Vice President of Certification, Safety and Customer Support
David Shepherd
Vice President of CertificationA graduate of the Mechanical Engineering Program at the University of Victoria, David oversees all Certification Activity at DART. David has over 20 years of experience designing, testing, and certifying modifications and replacement parts for the rotorcraft industry.
Ryan Williamson Vice President Global Operations
Ryan Williamson
Vice President Global OperationsIn this executive role, Mr. Williamson manages the day-to-day operations of the Hawkesbury and Calgary facilities. Reporting to Mr. Williamson are the engineering, operations, program management, and quality functions.
Emmanuel Paillier Vice President M&A and Product Strategy
Emmanuel Paillier
Vice President M&A and Product StrategyIn his executive role, Mr. Paillier is leading Dart Aerospace’s growth through acquisitions and product portfolio management. Emmanuel is an accomplished and versatile Commercial Executive Leader with extensive hands-on experience in the successful closing of many multi-million complex aerospace top line growth initiatives going from the sale of aircraft, the launch of new aircraft program and the purchase of companies. Mr. Paillier holds a Master in International Management with Honors from Laval University.
Fernando Ribeiro Vice President of Engineering
Fernando Ribeiro
Vice President of EngineeringFernando brings over 35 years of aerospace experience in providing engineering leadership on numerous clean sheet aircraft development programs, from requirement definition to certification and entry into service. He has led a wide number of disciplines and expertise in Product Development and Service Engineering, and composite-built aero-structure components. He also brings extensive knowledge from his career in the military with the Portuguese Air Force. His proven loyalty, innovation, and collaboration, while successfully developing top performing teams, will bring a bold vision to DART’s growth and engineering capabilities.
Katherine Martineau Customer Experience, Digital and Communications Manager
Katherine Martineau
Customer Experience, Digital and Communications Manager
Worldwide Coverage
Get personalized local assistance
No matter where you are, we ensure you get the correct support you need. With best-in-class aftermarket support, AOG assistance and various service centers, DART is your trusted partner.
AMC NETWORKDART offers a worldwide support network for all your needs. Trust DART as an important partner, wherever you are. We ensure you get the correct support you need. With best-in-class aftermarket support, AOG assistance and various service centers.
AOG 24/7 EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
For AOG support ONLY, outside normal business hours.
Please note that AOG fees will apply.
1 613 676-1720
Technical Support 24/7
Emergency Flotation Equipment
Tools, Hooks & Long Lines
All Other Products
Tel: 1 613 676 0992
Email: support@dartaero.com
