Who specifically is the Technical Standard Order (TSO) intended for?

The Technical Standard Order (TSO) is specifically intended for manufacturers. TSOs are established by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and provide a means for manufacturers to demonstrate compliance with certain performance standards for products that are used in aviation. These standards ensure that equipment such as instruments, appliances, and other aviation-related devices meet the necessary requirements for safety and efficacy.

By having a TSO, manufacturers can develop products that are certified to meet FAA standards, which can then be installed on aircraft without needing to undergo repeated approval processes. This helps streamline the manufacturing and certification process, facilitating the introduction of new technologies and equipment into the aviation industry. In this context, while aircraft operators, government agencies, and flight crews are all affected by or interact with TSO products, the primary focus of the TSO is on the manufacturers who create these products.