Appendix 18 to Chapter 9

AOD OF CAA OF LATVIA INSPECTING STAFF MANUAL – OPERATIONS

AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS DIVISION CAA OF LATVIA

STD USER APPROVAL CHECKLIST

Operator

Inspection location

Date of inspection

AOC number

Aircraft type

Type(s) of Operations

Area(s) of Operations

Special Authorisations/Approvals

Exemptions

Management Personnel

Nominated Post Holder for Flight Operations Nominated Post Holder for Crew Training Chief Pilot Flight Safety Officer Type Rating Instructor(s) (satisfies the operator’s experience and knowledge requirements sufficient to instruct on the items specified in paragraphs of Appendix 1to OPS 1.965 & JAR-OPS 3.965) Synthetic Flight Instructor(s) (satisfies the operator’s experience and knowledge requirements sufficient to instruct on the items specified in paragraphs of Appendix 1to OPS 1.965 & JAR-OPS 3.965) Type Rating Examiner(s) Class Rating Examiner(s) Synthetic Flight Examiner(s) (trained in CRM concepts and the assessment of CRM skills) Statement that operator’s training and checking programme is established and approved by the CAA Subject Title Comments APPENDIX Rev: 004 STD USER APPROVAL CHECKLIST 15.07.2010 APP 9.18-1 AOD OF CAA OF LATVIA INSPECTING STAFF MANUAL – OPERATIONS

Verify validity of Qualification Certificate (STD, FAA Qualification to AC 120-40B or later. For Helicopter devices AC 120-63) Verify Simulator ID Code Verify Simulator Qualification Level (Reference Doc.) Verify Simulator Qualification Standard Verify Aircraft Type and Variant Verify Engine version(s) simulated Verify Visual System specification Verify Motion System specification Verify Instrument Fit specification Verify Windshear specification Verify additional capabilities (EGPWS, GPS, FMS, Analogues Cabin Pressurization System or Digital Automatic cabin Pressurization System, CAT II/III DH) Verify TCAS/ACAS specification Verify 8.33 KHz Frequency Spacing (Incorporation strongly encouraged) Note Restrictions/Limitations Verify LVTO capability Verify simulation capability of appropriate European weather minima: CAT I- 550m RVR, 200ft DH CAT II-300m RVR, 100ft DH CAT III –as appropriate for aircraft Category I, II, III (as applicable) Instrument Approaches demonstrated at an European Airport Verify availability and correctness of the data for at least one of the European airfield: - Correct navigation/communication frequencies; - ILS/DME at threshold; - NDB’s; - ATIS broadcasts in European units, correct European terminology and appropriate local accent; - Category C airfields (Special Use Airports); - Appropriate airfield charts; - Lighting; - Signage; - Layout, taxi routes and off-runway pre- positions; - LVO including off-runway taxiing Verify applicability of SI units: - Weight in Kilogrammes ; - Fuel Quantity in Litres/kilogrammes ; - QFE/QNH in mbs/Hpa ; - RVR in metres; - Visibility in Kilometres; - Temperatures in Centigrade

Verify that the Instructor operating Station (IOS) indications conform to International Standard (SI) of units of measurement Sample the differences, considering the following:

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- FAA/JAA/CAA Standard (Significant differences were defined as Special Conditions); - Specific Modifications e.g. stall protection; - Overspeed warnings; - Performance standards; - Instrument layout and units; - FMS data base configuration, content and units Verify that the aircraft configuration conforms to a European Standard Record the simulator first entry into service Review the simulator evaluation data. Verify the following: Date of evaluation and date of previous evaluation, Type of evaluation: initial, annual recurrent, special, Evaluation teem, Completed Evaluation report, Confirmation of compliance with the JAA/EASA Special Conditions. Where Flight Test data is not available the basis of the validation data should be clearly stated. Review specified training programmes: Type Rating course, Differences training, Zero Flight Time Training, Type Rating Instructor course, Synthetic Flight Instructor Course, Multi-Crew Co-operation course. Check the Secondary Escape Path (In an emergency this can become jammed. The incorporation of a secondary exit means, normally a kick-out panel in the door, is strongly recommended) Check the installation of the Fifth Seat (Inclusion of a fifth seat is strongly recommended. This may be a removable installation that is shared in-between a number of devices. Requirement is part of JAR-STD 1A, Amendment 3 standard). Check Secure Cockpit Door (Strong recommendation that a representative control panel and representative communication capability (cabin crew voice and chimes) are incorporated) Specify the simulator qualifying Authority Specify the Simulator Operator (FTO, TRTO) Location Review Simulator operator Quality System I Presentation of quality performance (reliability figures): 1) Numbers and classification of defects; 2) Defect rate and rectification period; 3) Impact on training; 4) Quality rating from the users; 5) Trend analysis

II QTG Testing: 1) A complete set of QTG tests are run annually; 2) Each test reviewed by an appropriate and independent person; 3) Documentation is complete with appropriate sign-offs

III Simulator Safety Features: 1) Confirmation that Emergency stop operates correctly and is functioned,

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annually, as a minimum; 2) Escape route properly marked; 3) Secondary exit from device; 4) Appropriate emergency lighting is installed; 5) Fire detection and protection

IV An effective Configuration management system for both hardware and software, including control of training loads, updates to visual models and navigation and IOS data bases.

V Safety of the installation including the quality of the briefing of safety systems given to users.

VI Training of personnel

VII Clear statement of the Technical Standards with which the organization seeks to comply, including both FAR/JAR regulations and operator specific requirements.

VIII A set of procedures and working practices and the way in which these are maintained and controlled.

IX Quality Assurance programme with details of audit procedures and the management support of the programme.

X A Quality Manual applicable to the specific site.

XI Clear statement of the Quality Policy, signed by the Accountable manager, broken down into measurable Quality Objectives.

XII Clear definition of the roles and responsibilities of those primarily responsible for the effective implementation of the QS.

EXAMINER’S OR INSPECTOR’S REPORT*1

EXAMINER NAME/SIGNATURE DATE

POI COMMENTS

POI NAME/SIGNATURE DATE

INFORMATION TO THE OPERATOR

POI NAME/SIGNATURE DATE

*1 Note: The report may be prepared by the operator’s Post Holder Crew Training when he/she is designated and authorised in accordance with JAR-FCL by LV CAA.

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