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CHAPTER 28
SPECIAL FLIGHT PERMITS
1. Introduction
1.1 Subrule 3 of Rule 55 of Aircraft Rules 1937 states that an aircraft shall not be flown during any period for which its certificate of airworthiness or special certificate of Airworthiness is suspended or deemed to be suspended. Further, subrule 4 of the said rule states that “Where the certificate of airworthiness or the special certificate of airworthiness of an aircraft is suspended or deemed to be suspended, the Director‐ General may, upon an application by the owner or operator, issue a special flight permit under rule 55A”.
1.2 Rule 55A of Aircraft Rules 1937 states that the Director‐General may issue a special flight permit when an aircraft is not fully in compliance with the airworthiness requirements but is in a condition for safe operation subject to such conditions as are specified in the special flight permit. The owner or operator of an aircraft may apply to the Director‐ General for the issue of a special flight permit in respect of the aircraft for any of the purposes as specified by the Director‐General.
1.3 The CAR section 2 Series F Part VIII lays down the conditions for the issuance of a special flight permit in respect of an aircraft with a suspended or deemed to be suspended or in valid C of A, which may be permitted to undertake flight.
1.4 "Special Flight Permit" means a document issued by the Director‐General to an aircraft which does not meet the conditions of airworthiness but is in a condition for safe operation subject to limitations as may be specified therein;
1.5 This Chapter describes the procedure to be followed by the officers of Airworthiness Directorate while issuing Special Flight Permit. Officers at level of Deputy Director of airworthiness and above are empowered to issue special Flight Permit as per S.O. 726E.
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2. Purpose
2.1 Defects and damages may be encountered during operation of an aircraft for which repair facilities may not exist at en‐route stations. At times in order to carry out a mandatory modification/ inspection/ Airworthiness Directive, it is essential for the aircraft to be dispatched to base. In certain other conditions, evacuation of aircraft or persons from, areas of impending danger may be required. There may be occasions where the aircraft has to be flown for experimental or test flights including production test flights without valid C of A. In these circumstances, special flight may be authorized, if the aircraft is otherwise safe, to conduct the intended flight.
2.2 Special flight permit may be issued by Regional/Sub‐Regional Airworthiness Office/DGCA HQR to an aircraft when Certificate of Airworthiness has been suspended or deemed to be suspended or has become invalid. Such aircraft may not currently meet applicable airworthiness requirements but is capable of performing safe flight for the following purposes:
i) Ferry fly to a base without fare paying passengers or property onboard where repair, modification and maintenance are to be performed to remove the suspension of the C of A. ii) Test flying after modification / repair during a process of applying for a supplementary type certificate. iii) Evacuation of aircraft or persons from areas of impending danger or in the case of force majeure. iv) Ferry fly to a point of Temporary/Permanent storage. v) Operation of an aircraft at a weight in excess of its maximum certified take‐off weight for flight beyond the normal range over water, or over land areas where adequate landing facilities or appropriate fuel is not available. The extra weight that is limited to additional fuel, fuel tanks and navigation equipment necessary for the flight. vi) Test flying after maintenance / modification/ repair if required, in accordance with CAR Section 2 Series F Part III Para 8.
2.3 Special flight permit may also be issued to an aircraft, for which C of A has not been issued, for the purpose of delivery from manufacturing facilities as specified in CAR Section2 Series F Part III.
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3. Procedure
3.1 The owner/operator seeking a special flight permit shall submit an application as per Appendix‐ I, together with a report covering assessment of defect and extent of damage sustained if any, to the local Regional Airworthiness /Sub Regional Office under whose jurisdiction the aircraft has sustained damage. The operator shall also forward a copy of damage report for information to the Regional/ Sub‐Regional office where the aircraft is based. The operator should substantiate how the aircraft can be flown safely and the steps taken for safe flight. The application shall be concurred and signed by the engineering and operations departments of the operator signifying that the proposed operation is safe from engineering and operational aspects. In case the aircraft sustains damage/defect outside the country, application for special flight permit shall be submitted to the office where the aircraft is based.
3.2 The report sent along with the application, detailing the condition of the aircraft and the steps taken for safe flight will be analyzed by the responsible officer based on the assessment with regard to safety of aircraft (also persons on board). Checklist as per Appendix‐III of this chapter shall be completed by the responsible officer. In case of any doubt regarding damage or safety of the aircraft, the Regional / Sub regional office may require the operator to make the aircraft available for inspection. Upon being satisfied, the local Regional/ Sub regional Airworthiness Office may grant special flight permit as per Appendix II subject to the following Conditions / limitations and valid till arrival of the aircraft at intended destination or specific date mentioned in the permit as applicable.
a) A copy of the special flight permit shall be carried on board the aircraft when operating under this special flight permit;
b) The registration marks assigned to the aircraft shall be displayed on the aircraft in conformity with the requirements as laid down in Aircraft Rules, 1937 and Civil Aviation Requirements;
c) Person or property shall not be carried for compensation or hire;
d) No person shall be carried on the aircraft unless that person is essential to the purpose of the flight and has been advised of the
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contents of the permit and the airworthiness status of the aircraft;
e) The aircraft shall be operated only by flight crew members who are aware of the purpose of the flight and any limitation imposed, and who hold appropriate licence issued or validated by DGCA;
f) All flights shall be conducted so as to avoid areas where flights might create hazardous exposures to person or property;
g) All flights shall be conducted within the performance operating limitations prescribed in the aircraft Flight Manual and any additional limitations prescribed for the particular flight; and
h) The flight shall be conducted within the period of the validity of the Permit.
i) Before undertaking the flight, the aircraft shall be inspected and repaired to a degree necessary to ensure safe flight, and a maintenance release signed by a person/ organisation licensed/ authorized.
j) If the flight involves operation over States other than India, the operator of the aircraft must obtain necessary overfly authorization from the respective authorities of each of those States prior to undertaking the flight.
3.3 It is the responsibility of the operator/owner to ensure that the aircraft is capable of performing safe flight for the intended purpose. However, Regional/Sub regional Airworthiness Office may require the applicant to make the aircraft available for inspection especially when the aircraft is damaged or the airworthiness/safety of aircraft is in doubt or C of A of the aircraft is expired.
Note: In case of an aircraft possessing non‐expiring C of A, the C of A will be deemed to have expired once the ARC is not renewed.
3.4 If the damage is sustained or ascertained when the aircraft is in the territory of another Contracting State, the authorities of the other Contracting States shall be entitled to prevent the aircraft from resuming its flight on the condition that they shall advise DGCA immediately,
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communicating to it all details necessary to formulate the judgment necessary for ascertaining the nature of the damage and its effect on airworthiness and safety.
3.5 When the DGCA considers that the damage is of a nature such that the aircraft is no longer airworthy, it shall prohibit the aircraft from resuming flight until it is restored to airworthy condition. The DGCA may however, in exceptional circumstances, prescribe particular limiting conditions to permit the aircraft to undertake a non‐commercial operation to an aerodrome at which it will be restored to an airworthy condition. While prescribing such conditions the DGCA shall consider all limitations proposed by the Contracting State that had originally, in accordance with para 3.4, prevented the aircraft from resuming its flight. DGCA shall permit such flight or flights within the prescribed limitations.
3.6 When DGCA considers that the damage is of a nature such that the aircraft is still airworthy the aircraft shall be allowed to resume flight.
3.7 For cases where the aircraft is imported under Indian registration and it is not feasible for an inspection of the aircraft to be carried out by a DGCA officer, in lieu of the C of A, a Special Flight Permit for the purpose of delivery of a new aircraft at first destination in India will be issued by DGCA Headquarters.
In such a case, operator will nominate suitable certifying staff (B1 & B2) to DGCA. The nominated person will familiarize himself/ herself with the Check List in Appendix‐IV of this chapter. After accessing the nominated persons by an officer not below the rank of DDAW at DGCA headquarters, an authorization letter for the suitable B1 and B2 certifying staff shall be issued. The authorized certifying staff shall carry out inspection at the manufacturing facility for the purpose of issue of Special Flight Permit as per the Appendix IV Check List of this Chapter.
On receipt of the duly completed Appendix IV, Checklist, the responsible officer of DGCA Headquarter will complete the check list as per Appendix IIIA and will issue the Special Flight Permit to ferry the New Aircraft to India as per Appendix IIA.
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4. Action Post Special Flight Completion
4.1 Upon completion of the special flight the operator will render a report to the Regional/Sub Regional Airworthiness Office, where the aircraft is based and a copy forwarded to the authority who had issued the special flight permit which shall include. a) Any abnormality encountered during flight. b) Action taken at base to render aircraft airworthy. c) Result of production test flight. d) Any other information regarding the flight as deemed necessary.
5. Grant of Special Flight permit
The Regional/Sub Regional Airworthiness Office may refuse to grant permit to any flight if there is reasonable doubt that such flight may jeopardizes the safety of the aircraft and/ or persons on board.
6. Record Keeping
6.1 The DAW (Region)/DAW Headquarters will establish a system to maintain records of all documents generated and received during the process of evaluation and issue of Special flight permit.
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Appendix I
APPLICATION FOR ISSUE OF SPECIAL FLIGHT PERMIT 1. Details of owner: Name Aircraft owner (as stated in the C of R)
Aircraft owner’s address Telephone number e-mail address 2. Details of applicant : Name of applicant Address Telephone number e-mail address 3. Aircraft Details: Registration Marks Aircraft Manufacturer Aircraft type / Model Aircraft Serial Number Year of Construction
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4. Purpose of Special Flight Permit: □ Ferry for Repairs, Maintenance, Storage etc. □ Evacuating Aircraft □ Test Flight □ In Excess of MTOW □ Delivery of New Aircraft 5. Proposed Itinerary: Flight Details
From: ______(Place) To: ______(Place)
Period for which the Special Flight Permit is requested
From ___/___/____ To ___/___/____ Proposed Departure Date ___/___/____
6. Details of crew required to operate the aircraft: Name(s): Licence and Rating(s): Licence validity:
7. Details of non-compliance to airworthiness requirements: (Attach supporting documents including damage assessment report if any)
8. Details of limitation/ restriction, the applicant considers necessary for safe operation of the aircraft:
Engineering:
Operation: 9. Proposed action to make the aircraft fit for special flight:
10. Any other information relevant to the flight for the purpose of prescribing Operating limitations:
11. Detail of Fees Paid: Certified that the aircraft is capable of safe flight to the intended destination. The above particulars and full documents submitted in support of this application are true in every respect.
Signature of CAM/ Quality Manager Signature of Chief of Operations Date: Place:
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Appendix II (Concerned DGCA Regional Office) Special Flight Permit
In accordance with Rule 55A of the Aircraft Rules 1937, Special Flight Permit is hereby granted: PURPOSE: AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURER Airlines/ operator FROM: FLIGHT: TO: REGISTRATION MARKS VT‐ AIRCRAFT TYPE / MODEL SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF ISSUANCE VALID UPTO DD/MM/YYYY The Special Flight Permit is valid till DD/MM/YYYY and subject to the following conditions:
1. A copy of the special flight permit shall be carried on board the aircraft when operating under this special flight permit;
2. The registration marks assigned to the aircraft shall be displayed on the aircraft in conformity with the requirements as laid down in Aircraft Rules, 1937 and Civil Aviation Requirements;
3. Person or property shall not be carried for compensation or hire;
4. No person shall be carried on the aircraft unless that person is essential to the purpose of the flight and has been advised of the contents of the permit and the airworthiness status of the aircraft;
5. The aircraft shall be operated only by flight crew members who are aware of the purpose of the flight and any limitation imposed, and who hold appropriate licence issued or validated by DGCA;
6. All flights shall be conducted so as to avoid areas where flights might create hazardous exposures to person or property;
7. All flights shall be conducted within the performance operating limitations prescribed in the aircraft Flight Manual and any additional limitations prescribed for the particular flight; and
8. The flight shall be conducted within the period of the validity of the Permit.
9. Before undertaking the flight, the aircraft shall be inspected and repaired to a degree necessary to ensure safe flight, and a maintenance release signed by a person/ organisation licensed/ authorized.
10. If the flight involves operation over States other than India, the operator of the aircraft must obtain necessary overfly authorization from the respective authorities of each of those States prior to undertaking the flight. Any other conditions or limitations as considered necessary by the operator for safe operation of flight. ______
Date: Place: Authorized Signatory
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Appendix II‐A ( DGCA Headquarters) Special Flight Permit
In accordance with Rule 55A of the Aircraft Rules, 1937, Special Flight Permit is here by granted: PURPOSE: AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURER Airlines/ operator FROM: FLIGHT: TO: REGISTRATION MARKS VT‐ AIRCRAFT TYPE / MODEL SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF ISSUANCE DD/MM/YYYY VALID UPTO DD/MM/YYYY
The Special Flight Permit is valid till DD/MM/YYYY and subject to the following conditions:
1. A copy of the special flight permit shall be carried on board the aircraft when operating under this special flight permit;
2. The registration marks assigned to the aircraft shall be displayed on the aircraft in conformity with the requirements as laid down in Aircraft Rules, 1937 and Civil Aviation Requirements;
3. Person or property shall not be carried for compensation or hire;
4. No person shall be carried on the aircraft unless that person is essential to the purpose of the flight and has been advised of the contents of the permit and the airworthiness status of the aircraft;
5. The aircraft shall be operated only by flight crew members who are aware of the purpose of the flight and any limitation imposed, and who hold appropriate license issued or validated by DGCA;
6. All flights shall be conducted so as to avoid areas where flights might create hazardous exposures to person or property;
7. All flights shall be conducted within the performance operating limitations prescribed in the aircraft Flight Manual and any additional limitations prescribed for the particular flight; and
8. The flight shall be conducted within the period of the validity of the Permit.
9. Before undertaking the flight, the aircraft shall be inspected to ensure safe flight, and a maintenance release signed by a person/ organisation licensed/ authorized.
10. The operator of the aircraft must obtain necessary overfly authorization from the respective authorities of each of those States prior to undertaking the flight.
Any other conditions or limitations as considered necessary for safe operation of flight. ______
Date:
Place: Authorized Signatory
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Internal Checklist Appendix‐ III (To be used by RAO/ Sub‐RAO) Issue of Special Flight Permit
S/N Document(s) Requirement Remarks 1 Name of the operator 2. Type of Aircraft Registration No. of Aircraft
3. Receipt of application as per Appendix I of CAR Sec 2 Series F Part VII
4. Purpose of Flight
5. Whether detailed assessment report of damage / defect is submitted by the operator 6. Whether certificate for fitness of aircraft for safe flight to the intended destination is signed by the Chief of Engineering. 7. Whether certificate for fitness of aircraft for safe flight to the intended destination is signed by the chief of Operation. 8. Whether details of limitation of the flight is received from the operator. 9. Whether inspection or test carried out by the operator for determining the safety of aircraft for the intended flight to that effect is certified by appropriately licensed AMEs. 10. Whether damage or defect of the aircraft is considered safe for the flight or aircraft is required to be inspected. Recommendation for issue of special flight permit:
Date: (Name and Signature of the Officer)
Issue of Special Flight Permit Approved / Not Approved
Reference No. of Special Flight Permit Issued:
Date: Deputy Director of Airworthiness (Name and Signature)
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Appendix IIIA Checklist for issue of Special Flight Permit for Delivery of New Aircraft (To be filled by DGCA Headquarters)
Applicant/Operator:
Registration No.: VT‐ Aircraft Type: MSN:
S/N Document(s) Requirement Submitted Remarks Signature
1. Application for issue of Special Flight Permit in Yes/No Appendix I of this APM Part II Chapter 28
2. Documents indicating Weight of the aircraft Yes/No (AFM Pages etc.) 3. Requisite Fee for issue of Special Flight Permit Yes/No is 10% of fee for C of A.(as per the weight of the aircraft)
Fees for C of A: Up to 1000 kg submit Rs.20,000 only, If the weight of the aircraft is more than 1000kg, use the formula given below:‐ Fee for C of A = (Wt‐1000)+20000
Note: Weight to be rounded off to next higher thousand e.g. 73,200 kg to be taken as 74000 kg 4. Details of the operational equipment, systems and instruments installed on aircraft as per its applicability – CVR – As per CAR, Section‐2, Series‐I, Part‐VI Yes/No FDR – As per CAR, Section‐2, Series‐I, Part‐V Yes/No ELT – As per CAR, Section‐8, Series‐O Yes/No GPWS – As per CAR, Section‐2, Series‐I, Part‐VII Yes/No ACAS‐II, Version 7.1 – As per CAR, Section‐2, Yes/No Series I, Part VIII Any other equipment Yes/No
5. Noise Certificate issued by manufacturer Yes/No
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6. Export C of A Yes/No
7. Flight Test Report Yes/No
8. Certificate that all relevant CARs, ADs and Yes/No special requirements have been complied with. 9. Copy of DGCA authorization letter to carry out Yes/No physical inspection of the aircraft 10. Duly filled checklist Appendix IV, Chapter 28, Yes/No APM part II signed by the authorized representative of DGCA
Recommendation for issue of special flight permit:
Date: Deputy Director of Airworthiness (Name and Signature)
Issue of Special Flight Permit Approved / Not Approved
Reference No. of Special Flight Permit Issued:
Date: Director of Airworthiness (Name and Signature)
Note: Following are to be checked before submission of application – 1. Export C of A shall clearly indicate MSN, Type and Date of manufacture of aircraft. 2. Flight test report shall also give status of avionics systems installed on the aircraft. 3. Detailed calculation of the fee should be submitted on a separate paper. The fee should be deposited ONLINE through BHARATKOSH portal (www.bharatkosh.gov.in) and the Fee Receipt generated thereof, shall be submitted with the forwarding letter. 5. Documents indicating the weight of the aircraft should also indicate serial no of the aircraft
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APPENDIX IV Checklist for Issue of Special Flight Permit (New Aircraft)
PART‐I
1. AIRCRAFT DETAILS:
Registration Mark: VT‐ Type/Model: MSN: Accepted TCDS No. TCDS Issue/Rev./date Total hours flown since Total Cycles flown since Manufacture Manufacture Total Landings since Manufacture Type of Engine Fitted No. of Engine Fitted Type of Propeller Fitted Aircraft Flight Manual/Pilot Operating Handbook* Reference: Amended standard Aircraft Flight Manual/Pilot Operating Handbook and Approved by:
Date & Place of last weighment: Aircraft tested to acceptable Manufacturer’s Flight Test Data Ref. /Date:
2. REPORT AND CERTIFICATION: 2.1 A full documented review of the aircraft records have been carried out by the undersigned and it is confirmed that:
a) the airframe, engine and propeller flying hours and associated flight cycles have been properly recorded, and; b) the flight manual is applicable to the aircraft configuration and reflects the latest revision status, and;
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c) all the maintenance due on the aircraft according to the approved maintenance program has been carried out, and; d) all known defects have been corrected or, when applicable, carried forward in a controlled manner, and; e) all applicable airworthiness directives have been applied and properly registered, and; f) all service life limited components installed on the aircraft are properly identified, registered and have not exceeded their approved service life limit, and; g) the current mass and balance statement reflects the configuration of the aircraft and is valid, all the weight growth during the period has been recorded and included, if applicable. The applicable Load & Trim Sheet is prepared and approved as per latest weight schedule of the aircraft, and; h) the aircraft complies with the latest revision of its type design as included in the latest TCDS rev. no. ______, Dated______Approved by ______.
2.2 A physical survey of the aircraft has been carried out by the undersigned and it is confirmed that: a) all required markings and placards are properly installed, and; b) the aircraft complies with its approved flight manual, and; c) the aircraft is installed with ELT 406 and the same has been registered with ISRO for monitoring, and; d) all the equipment such as CVR, FDR, GPWS, ACAS‐II (7.1 version) are installed as applicable to the aircraft as per relevant CARs. e) the aircraft configuration complies with the approved documentation, and; f) no evident defect can be found that has not been addressed according to M.A.404, and; g) no inconsistencies can be found between the aircraft and the paragraph 1 of documented review of records (Part II).
DECLARATION:
We hereby certify that nothing is concealed in this report which may lead to non‐issuance of Special Flight Permit in respect of ______(Type of Aircraft) VT‐ _____(Regn.No.) (MSN”______) and the said aircraft is fit for issuance of Special Flight Permit by DGCA.
Signature of Authorised AME(B1): Signature of Authorised AME(B1):
Name of AME: Name of AME:
AME Licence No.: AME Licence No.: DGCA Authorisation Ref: DGCA Authorisation Ref:
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PART II (Document Review) 1. Aircraft Log Books:
Obseration(s) Remarks (if Item Sat/Unsat/Not Unsat/ Not Applicable Applicable)
1.1 Airframe hours recorded:
1.2 Airframe cycles recorded:
Reference of the Airworthiness Flight Test: 1.3 Date performed: Date recorded:
Last Compass Swing: 1.4 Date performed: Date recorded:
Last Weight and Balance: 1.5 Date performed: Date recorded:
Copy of manufacturer statement of date of aircraft manufacture Record: Copy of Certificate of Conformity (New Aircraft)______1.6 Aircraft Date of Manufacture: ______C of A for Export issue date : C of A for Export reference :
1.7 Ensure accomplished AD’s and SBs are recorded.
1.8 No applicable AD or SB due for accomplishment.
2. Airworthiness Directives Compliance Record: 3. Airworthiness Directives Accomplishment Record:
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Remarks (if Obseration(s) Unsat/ Item Sat/Unsat/Not Not Applicable Applicab le) 2.1 Record includes list of all AD’s applicable to the aircraft.
2.2 Record includes date/hours/cycles of AD compliance.
Method of compliance and reference to AD compliance 2.3 documents correctly referenced.
Record date/hours/cycles of next required AD action (if recurring 2.4 AD).
For non‐applicable AD’s, ensure that reasons is clearly indicated, acceptable methods are: N/A by aircraft type referenced in AD/SB N/A by installed part/component (list parts/components 2.5 installed) N/A by engine type referenced in AD N/A STC not accomplished/applicable SB N/A different A/C weight
Obseration(s) Remarks (if Item Sat/Unsat/Not Unsat/ Not Applicable Applicable)
Review sample of compliance records (task cards, inspection 3.1 cards/reports, maintenance programs, etc.) 3.2 Correct reference of accomplishment records in logbooks.
3.3 Storage and security of record.
3.4 Records include references to AD’s and SB’s/ASB’s.
3.5 Items are correctly recorded certified/stamped and dated.
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3.6 CRS are issued for work performed.
4. Records of DGCA Mandatory Modification Requirements:
Obseration(s) Remarks (if Item Sat/Unsat/Not Unsat/ Not Applicable Applicable)
All DGCA Mandatory Modification requirements are 4.1 complied with satisfactorily and recorded. Requirements for record entry should be similar
5. Engine Details:
Obseration(s) Remarks (if Item Sat/Unsat/Not Unsat/ Not Applicable Applicable)
Record date of manufacture No. 1 ______No. 2 ______5.1 No. 3 No. 4
Record engine serial numbers: Pos No. 1 5.2 Pos No. 2 Pos No. 3 Pos No. 4
Record engine hours:
5.3 No 1: _No. 2: No. 3: No 4: ___
Record engine cycles:
5.4 No 1: _No. 2: No. 3: No 4: ____
5.5 All applicable AD’s and SB accomplished
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Obseration(s) Remarks (if Item Sat/Unsat/Not Unsat/ Not Applicable Applicable)
Life limited parts list updated and recorded No. 1 5.6 No. 2 No. 3 No. 4
Review list of concessions recorded and any time limitations 5.7 are not exceeded.
5.8 Review engines module list and records.
6. Propeller Details:
Obseration(s) Remarks (if Item Sat/Unsat/Not Unsat/ Not Applicable Applicable)
Record date of manufacture No. 1______No. 2 ______6.1 No. 3 ______No. 4______
Record propeller serial numbers: Pos No. 1 6.2 Pos No. 2 Pos No. 3 Pos No. 4
Record propeller hours:
6.3 No 1: No. 2: No. 3: No 4: ____
6.4 All applicable AD’s and SB accomplished
Review list of concessions recorded and any time limitations 6.5 are not exceeded.
7. Modifications and Repair Records:
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Obseration(s) Remarks (if Item Sat/Unsat/Not Unsat/ Not Applicable Applicable)
All repairs and modifications are recorded and correctly identified in the aircraft/engine/modification log book (if 7.1 applicable)
Modifications and/or repair are performed to approved data 7.2 and drawings required under CAR‐21 or other equivalent international requirements.
8. Component History Cards and Records:
Obseration(s) Remarks (if Item Sat/Unsat/Not Unsat/ Not Applicable Applicable)
Markings and Placards Location and Language as per DGCA 8.1 requirements
8.2 Additional Markings, if required, as per DGCA requirements
8.3 Cards and records are up‐to‐date.
8.4 SB’s, ASB’s, AD’s and mandatory requirements are recorded.
8.5 Life limited components are identified on each card/record.
Correct documentations (serviceable labels, tags, etc.) are 8.6 available for each component record.
Check a sample of component labels and tags for 8.7 completeness and accuracy of information and authorized certification.
Check documentation concerning FDR parameter allocation, 8.8 calibration of sensors and other serviceability / maintenance information to conform the accuracy of parameters of FDR.
8.9 Components serial numbers conform to the aircraft records
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Open Items/ Findings: (Write NIL if there is no Open item or No finding)
Signature of Authorised AME(B1): Signature of Authorised AME(B2):
Name of AME: Name of AME:
AME Licence No.: AME Licence No.:
DGCA Authorisation Ref: DGCA Authorisation Ref:
PART III (Aircraft Physical Survey)
1. Aircraft Registration :
2. Aircraft Type/Model :
3. Serial Number (MSN) :
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4. Date of survey :
Location :
5. Registered Owner/Operator*:
6. Name of responsible CAMO:
7. Name of CAR‐145 Maintenance Organization:
8. Aircraft surveyed for: Issue of Special Flight Permit
9. Survey Comments:
General Airframe:
General Power‐plant:
General Propeller:
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PART IV (Aircraft Physical Survey Detail)
INTERIOR INSPECTION
Flight Deck Inspection:
Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 1. Inspect the following a) Instrument security and range markings
b) Windows (delamination, scratches, crazing, and general visibility)
c) Emergency equipment
d) Seal on medical kit (if located on flight deck)
e) Seat belts and shoulder harnesses (Technical Standard Order making, metal to metal latching, and general condition)
f) Aircraft configuration conforms to approved documents
g) Dent and Buckle Chart is maintained and is on‐board.
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2. Check the following in the cockpit: a) Interphone system – select Comm 1 and Comm2 to ensure systems are working,
b) Test the ACAS‐II (7.1) and EGPWS system on Test Mode,
c) Test the ELT for operation and recording of signal in the portable tester for ELT 406,
d) VHF communication/ VOR system for operation,
e) HF system for operation including SELCAL check,
f) WX Radar system for operation (TEST MODE ONLY),
g) Operational test of CVR including all the four channels,
h) Crew seat including the jump seat, if installed, to ensure the seat is serviceable and that seat belt and shoulder harnesses are available.
3. Documents on board: (indicate N/A if not applicable) Check condition and presence of: Temp C of R Aircraft Station License Flight Manual Tech. Log Certificate of Insurance Wt. & Bal. Report LOPA (Layout of Passenger Arrangement) Emergency and Safety Equipment Layout;
Cabin Inspection: Inspect the cabin, to include the following –
Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 1. Lavatory to ensure the following: a) Smoke detection system is installed b) “No Smoking” placards are posted c) Ashtrays are available outside the lavatory
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Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 2. Flight attendants seats, to include a) Pulling the jump seat down to ensure seats in the path of the exits retract b) Inspecting seat belts for Technical standard Order marking, metal to metal latching and general condition
3.Cabin emergency equipment, to include the following: a) Flight attendant flashlight holder b) Slide containers, to ensure containers are properly marked for content. Check for last inspection date and pressure of slide inflation bottle if visible. c) Medical kit (if not checked on flight deck). d) First aid kit (seal and security) e) Emergency oxygen for proper pressure and security. f) Megaphone(s), if installed, for security and general condition. g) Fire extinguishers for security, pressure, seal, and date of last inspection. h) Life raft storage markings (if raft is required) i) Emergency briefing cards (random sample) j) General conditions of emergency floor path lighting system k) Placement of all “Emergency Exit” signs l) Presence and legibility of “Emergency Exit” operation instructions m) Placarding for location of all emergency equipment n) Life preservers (vests)
4. Passenger seats, to ensure the following: a) Seats adjacent to emergency exits do not block exit path
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Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A b) Seats are secure in seat track (random sample) c) “Fasten Seat Belt ” indications are in view from all seats d) Seat belts have metal‐to‐metal latches and are in good condition (random sample)
5. Galleys/service centers, to include: a) Trash bin lids for fit b) Storage compartment restraints c) Galley supply storage
6. Overhead baggage compartment for the following: a) Weight restriction placards, if applicable b) Proper latching of the doors, when applicable
Inspect the Cargo Compartment:
Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 7.Ensure the following: a) Cargo compartment fire protection is appropriate for its classification b) Cargo liner is free from tears and/or punctures. If these are noted, inspect structure behind liner for damage, e.g. stringers, circumferential, etc. Ensure sealing tape is proper type and in good condition. c) Cargo door is free of fluid leaks and structural damage d) Fuselage door structure and sill are free of damage e) Smoke detectors are in satisfactory condition f) Lighting is operable and protective grills are installed
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g) Cargo flooring is free from structural or other damage h) Pallet positions/compartments are placarded for position identification and weight limitation.
8. Inspect pallet system, if applicable. Ensure the following ‐ a) Ball mats are serviceable, e.g., no broken or missing balls
b) Forward, aft, and side restraints are serviceable
c) Roller assemblies are secure and have no missing or broken rollers
9. Ensure the 9G forward restraint net is serviceable, if applicable. 10.Ensure that cargo restraints for bulk loaded cargo are adequate 11.Inspect fire extinguishers for inspection due dates and pressure
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EXTERIOR INSPECTION
Inspect the landing gear and wheel well areas for the following:
Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 1.Any indication of wear, chafing lines, chafing wires, cracks, dents, or other damage 2.Structural integrity of gear and doors (cracks, dents, or other damage)
3.Hydraulic leaks (gear struts, actuators, steering valves, etc)
1. Tire condition
2. Tire pressure (if pressure indicators are installed)
3. Wheel installation and safety locking devices
4. Wear, line security, leaks and installation of brakes
5. Corrosion
Inspect the fuselage and pylons, to include the following:
Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 1. Structure for cracks, corrosion, dents, or other damage
2. Fasteners (loose, improper, missing)
3. Radome for general condition
4. Pitot tubes for general condition
5. Static ports (cleanliness and obstructions)
6. Stall warning devices and other sensors
7. Antennas (security and indications of corrosion)
8. Lavatory servicing areas (evidence of fresh blue water streaks)
9. Cargo compartments for integrity of fire‐protective liners (no holes or unapproved tape used for repairs)
10. Emergency exit identification/markings
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11. Registration marking (legibility)
12. Installation of aircraft identification data plate and owners name plate correspond to the identity of the aircraft
13. Confirmation that the identification plates are made of fireproof metal or other fireproof material of suitable physical properties and secured to the aircraft in a prominent position near the main entrance.
14. All lights (general condition, broken lenses, etc.)
Inspect the wings and pylons to include the following:
Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 15. Structure for cracks, corrosion, dents or other damage
16. Leading edge (dents and/or damage in line with engine inlets)
17. Registration marking (legibility)
18. Leading edge devices (when extended, check for actuator leaks, general condition of lines, wires and plumbing)
19. All lights (general condition, broken lenses etc.)
20. Flaps (cracks, corrosion, dents, and delamination)
21. Flap wells (general condition of lines, wires and plumbing)
22. Static Dischargers/wicks: Check for condition and number missing
23. Ailerons and aileron tabs (cracks, corrosion, dents, delamination)
24. Access door, inspection panels, and blowout panels (missing, loose, or improperly secured)
Inspect the engines, to include the following:
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Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 25. Intake for fan blade damage and oil leaks 26. Ring cowl for missing or loose fasteners 27. Cowling doors for security and proper fit 28. Lower cowling for evidence of fluid leaks 29. Exhaust for turbine and tailpipe damage, and evidence of fluids 30. Reverser doors for stowage and security, and evidence of leaks 31. Access doors for security 32. Installation of engines identification data plate correspond to the identity of the engines.
Inspect the propellers, if installed, for the following:
Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 33. Leading edge of propeller for cracks, dents, and other damage
34. De‐icer boots for signs of deterioration and security
35. Spinners for security, cracks, and evidence of fluid leaks
36. Installation of propellers identification data plate correspond to the identity of the propellers.
Inspect the empennage, to include the following
Observation(s) Remarks in case of Unsat/ Item Sat/ Unsat/ N/A N/A 37. Leading edge for dents
38. All lights (general condition, broken lenses, etc.)
39. Missing static discharge eliminators
40. Elevator, rudder, and tabs (cracks, corrosion, dents, and delamination)
41. Elevator and rudder power unit for evidence of hydraulic leaks
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Open Items/ Findings: (Write NIL if there is no Open item or No finding)
Details of Findings:
Comments (Recommendation for Issue of Special Flight Permit):
Signature of Authorised AME(B1): Signature of Authorised AME(B2):
Name of AME: Name of AME: AME Licence No.: AME Licence No.:
DGCA Authorisation Ref: DGCA Authorisation Ref: