1   

Does the process design ensure the individual with responsibility provides both financial and human resources for the safety and quality performance of this element?


REFERENCES: 5.21, 5.23(a), 5.25(a), 5.25(b), 5.25(c)

Safety Attribute: Management Responsibility,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") ,  Rev.  2  3/8/2019 12:47:45 PM, 

QID: 00051915, Response Details: Responsibility ED/EP/SP DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

2   

Is the person with authority clearly identifiable, qualified and knowledgeable to effectively plan, direct and control resources, change procedures and make key determinations including safety risk acceptance decisions for this element?


REFERENCES: 5.23(a), 5.23(b), 5.25(c)

Safety Attribute: Management Authority,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") ,  Rev.  2  3/8/2019 12:47:48 PM, 

QID: 00051916, Response Details: Authority ED/EP/SP DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

3   

Do process measurement(s) exist to evaluate the performance of this element and implement corrective action if necessary?


REFERENCES: 5.71, 5.73, 5.75

Safety Attribute: Process Measurement,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") ,  Rev.  2  3/8/2019 12:47:48 PM, 

QID: 00051917, Response Details: Process Measurement ED/EP/SP DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

4   

Do the certificate holder's CVR maintenance procedures, for airplanes with datalink communications equipment installed, specify that:

      #1 Audio must be recorded;
      #2 Audio must be intelligible;
      #3 Audio must be free from electrical noise or other interference;
      #4 CVR must retain at least the last 2 hours of recorded information using a recorder that meets the standards of TSO-C123a, or a later revision;
      #5 All datalink messages must be recorded; and
      #6 Recorded information must be retained for 60 days, or longer if requested by the Administrator or Board, in the event of an accident or NTSB reportable occurrence?

REFERENCES: 121.359(k)

NOTE: certificate holder and avionics installers should use the information contained in Information for certificate holders, InFO 16004, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations when considering DLC modifications

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "CVR INSTALLED" ) AND ( OPSPEC = "A056" ) ,  Rev.  5  6/25/2019 10:57:10 AM, 

QID: 00006549, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

5   

Does the maintenance/inspection program include procedures to operationally test the CVR's acoustic beacon that are consistent with the beacon manufacturers recommended procedures and intervals?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 14 Sec 9

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") AND (A/C EQUIPMENT = "CVR INSTALLED") ,  Rev.  3  1/5/2018 8:18:56 AM, 

QID: 00006557, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

6   

Does the maintenance program include procedures to perform a functional check of dedicated sensors to the DFDR system?


REFERENCES: AC-20-141, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 14 Sec 8

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  1  5/14/2014 10:51:14 AM, 

QID: 00006559, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

7   

Does the maintenance program include procedures to create and maintain a document that is used to convert FDR recorded values to corresponding engineering units or discrete states?


REFERENCES: AC-20-141, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 14 Sec 8, 121.344, 121.344a

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  1  5/14/2014 10:51:14 AM, 

QID: 00006560, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

8   

Does the maintenance program describe a FDR correlation document that shows recorded data meets the sampling rate, range, resolution, and accuracy for each parameter listed in 14 CFR Part 121 Appendix B or M, as required?


REFERENCES: AC-20-141, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 14 Sec 8, 121.344, 121.344a

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  1  5/14/2014 10:51:14 AM, 

QID: 00006561, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

9   

Does the maintenance program include procedures to maintain a record, for each airplane, that indicates if the flight data recorder parameters listed in 121.346(c) are filtered or not filtered?


REFERENCES: AC-20-141, 121.346

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  1  5/14/2014 10:51:14 AM, 

QID: 00006562, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

10   

Does the maintenance program include FAA-approved procedures to accurately and repeatedly reconstruct the original sensor signal, for each airplane, of any filtered parameter listed in 121.346(c)?


REFERENCES: AC-20-141, 121.346

NOTE: This requirement is date specific.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  1  5/14/2014 10:51:14 AM, 

QID: 00006563, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

11   

Do the procedures require the retention of:

      #1 A minimum of 25 hours of FDR recorded data; and
      #2 FDR data and recording media for 60 days in the event of an accident or NTSB reportable occurrence?

REFERENCES: 121.344, 121.344a

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  2  5/21/2014 10:37:30 PM, 

QID: 00006564, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

12   

Do the procedures include an FDR:

      #1 Operational check; and
      #2 System functional check?

REFERENCES: AC-20-141

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  3  6/25/2020 9:58:30 AM, 

QID: 00006567, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

13   

Do the procedures address instructions for the continued airworthiness of the FDR system that include, as a minimum:

      #1 Data stream;
      #2 Dedicated sources;
      #3 Removal and replacement; and
      #4 Software?

REFERENCES: AC-20-141

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  2  5/21/2014 10:37:32 PM, 

QID: 00006571, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

14   

Do the procedures require that following any installation or maintenance on an ATC transponder, where a data correspondence error could be introduced, that the integrated system be tested, inspected, and found to comply with 14 CFR Part 43 Appendix E(c)?


REFERENCES: 43 Appendix E, 91.413(b)

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) ,  Rev.  1  5/14/2014 10:51:14 AM, 

QID: 00006577, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

15   

Do the LLM procedures specify that operations must only be conducted according to the LLM OpSpec?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:03 AM, 

QID: 00006578, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

16   

Do the CAMP procedures specify that aircraft used for LLM operations are equipped with the required instruments and equipment (or FAA-approved equivalents) for that type of operation?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:04 AM, 

QID: 00006579, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

17   

Do the FDR procedures specify requirements for identifying, recording, and storing data for rapid retrieval of the required parameters to ensure they:

      #1 Are within required accuracy ranges;
      #2 Are within required sampling rates; and
      #3 Have required resolutions?

REFERENCES: AC-20-141, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 14 Sec 8, 121.344, 121.344a, 121.343

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED" ) ,  Rev.  2  5/21/2014 10:37:36 PM, 

QID: 00006580, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

18   

Do the procedures specify that the LLM program must be followed when performing maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations on the certificate holder's aircraft, appliances, and parts?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:04 AM, 

QID: 00006584, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

19   

Does the LLM training program include procedures to ensure that personnel who determine the adequacy of work done, including inspection personnel, are fully informed about procedures, techniques, and new equipment in use and are competent to perform their duties?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10, 121.375

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:04 AM, 

QID: 00006585, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

20   

Do the CAMP procedures specify that the LLM program is approved by the FAA prior to CAT II/III operations being conducted?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  4  9/28/2020 3:10:56 PM, 

QID: 00006586, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

21   

Do the procedures specify that maintenance personnel are familiar with the certificate holder's approved LLM program and their individual responsibilities in accomplishing that program?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:04 AM, 

QID: 00006587, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

22   

Do the LLM maintenance program procedures specify the continued airworthiness relative to low visibility operations?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:04 AM, 

QID: 00006588, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

23   

Do the procedures specify how to revise and update the LLM maintenance program?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:04 AM, 

QID: 00006589, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

24   

Do the procedures require personnel currently assigned responsibility in the following roles to be identified, recorded, or designated:

      #1 Managing the program;
      #2 Performing the program;
      #3 Maintaining the program; or
      #4 Performing quality assurance for the program?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

NOTE: This includes identification of any contractor or subcontractor organization, or where applicable, their personnel.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:05 AM, 

QID: 00006590, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

25   

Do the procedures specify the verification of the certification and configuration status of each aircraft brought into the LLM maintenance program?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

NOTE: Each aircraft should meet relevant criteria specified by the applicable aircraft manufacturer or avionics manufacturer for associated systems and equipment (e.g., Valid U.S. TC, appropriate STC records and compliance, assessment of status of any engineering orders, AD’s, service bulletins, or other compliance).

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:05 AM, 

QID: 00006595, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

26   

Do the procedures specify the identification of modifications, additions, and changes which were made to qualify aircraft systems for LLM operations or minima if other than as specified in the:

      #1 AFM;
      #2 TC; or
      #3 STC?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:05 AM, 

QID: 00006596, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

27   

Do the procedures specify the identification of maintenance requirements and log entries necessary to change LLM minima status?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:05 AM, 

QID: 00006600, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

28   

Do the procedures specify the identification, monitoring, and reporting of lower minimum system and component discrepancies for the purpose of quality control and analysis?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:06 AM, 

QID: 00006601, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

29   

Do the procedures specify that the aircraft LLM system status is coordinated with:

      #1 Maintenance control;
      #2 Engineering;
      #3 Flight operations; and
      #4 Dispatch/Flight Followers?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:07 AM, 

QID: 00006607, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

30   

Do the LLM performance procedures require at least one satisfactory CAT II landing:

      #1 Operation within 6 months;
      #2 Satisfactory systems ground check within 6 months; or
      #3 Within a period as specified by the aircraft or avionics manufacturer for an aircraft to remain in CAT II status?

REFERENCES: AC-120-29, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

NOTE: Maintenance programs meeting requirements for and approved for CAT III typically are also considered acceptable for CAT II. Aircraft low visibility systems status, however, must be clearly identified for pilots, maintenance, and dispatch, when combined programs are used.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") ,  Rev.  4  12/29/2020 1:23:42 PM, 

QID: 00006617, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

31   

Do the LLM performance procedures require at least one satisfactory CAT III landing:

      #1 Operation within 30 days;
      #2 Satisfactory systems ground check within 30 days; or
      #3 Within another time period approved for the certificate holder?

REFERENCES: AC-120-28, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS") ,  Rev.  4  12/29/2020 1:23:42 PM, 

QID: 00006621, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

32   

Do the procedures require initial and recurrent LLM training for maintenance personnel including:

      #1 Mechanics;
      #2 Maintenance controllers;
      #3 Avionics technicians;
      #4 Personnel performing maintenance inspection;
      #5 Personnel performing quality assurance; or
      #6 Engineering personnel?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10, 121.375

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:08 AM, 

QID: 00006625, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

33   

Does the LLM program include systems training for identifying and addressing performance assurance to include any necessary low visibility-related components and systems, such as:

      #1 Using "built-in test" features;
      #2 Identifying RIIs; and
      #3 Providing quality assurance?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10, 121.375

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:10 AM, 

QID: 00006667, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

34   

Does the LLM program include procedures to conduct periodic flight guidance system and autoland system checks per the procedures recommended by the:

      #1 Airframe manufacturer;
      #2 Avionics manufacturer; or
      #3 Alternate procedure approved by the FAA?

REFERENCES: AC-120-29, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

NOTE: A reliable record such as a logbook entry or computer ACARS record showing satisfactory performance within the previous 6 months for CAT II.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  4  12/29/2020 1:23:42 PM, 

QID: 00006679, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

35   

Does the LLM program include procedures to conduct periodic flight guidance system and autoland system checks per the procedures recommended by the:

      #1 Airframe manufacturer;
      #2 Avionics manufacturer; or
      #3 Alternate procedure approved by the FAA?

REFERENCES: AC-120-28, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

NOTE: A reliable record such as a logbook entry or computer ACARS record showing satisfactory performance within the previous 30 days for CAT III.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS") OR (OPSPEC = "C061")) ,  Rev.  4  12/29/2020 1:23:42 PM, 

QID: 00006683, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

36   

Does the LLM program include the following for flight guidance and autoland periodic assessments:

      #1 When and where flight guidance and autoland was satisfactory; and
      #2 A description of a remedial action if performance was not satisfactory?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:11 AM, 

QID: 00006687, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

37   

Does the LLM program include procedures that incorporate the EFVS manufacturer's requirements into their maintenance program for the EFVS equipment and aircraft listed in Table 1 of this operations specification?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 3 Ch 18 Sec 5, C048

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( OPSPEC = "C048" ) ,  Rev.  1  5/14/2014 10:51:14 AM, 

QID: 00006690, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

38   

Does the LLM program specify procedures to submit a monthly summary (for 1 year after LLM operations are authorized) to the responsible Flight Standards office that includes:

      #1 Total number of approaches tracked;
      #2 The number of satisfactory approached tracked;
      #3 Aircraft type;
      #4 System type; and
      #5 RVR (if known)?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  4  6/25/2019 10:57:07 AM, 

QID: 00006691, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

39   

Does the LLM program specify procedures to submit a monthly summary (for 1 year after LLM operations are authorized) to the responsible Flight Standards office that includes:

      #1 Total number of unsatisfactory approaches; and
      #2 Reasons for unsatisfactory performance by category (e.g., poor system performance, aircraft equipment problem/failure, ground facility problem, ATS handling, lack of critical area protection, or other)?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  4  6/25/2019 10:57:07 AM, 

QID: 00006697, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

40   

Does the LLM program specify procedures to submit a monthly summary (for 1 year after LLM operations are authorized) to the responsible Flight Standards office that includes the total number of unscheduled component removals for the related avionics systems?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  4  6/25/2019 10:57:06 AM, 

QID: 00006700, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

41   

Does the LLM program specify procedures to submit a LLM reliability report, after the initial period, to the responsible Flight Standards office per the certificate holder's established reliability and reporting requirements?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  4  6/25/2019 10:57:06 AM, 

QID: 00006701, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

42   

Does the LLM program include procedures to prevent modifications to systems and components that could adversely affect LLM operations when incorporating:

      #1 Software changes;
      #2 Service bulletins;
      #3 Hardware additions; or
      #4 Hardware modifications?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

NOTE: Changes to system components should be consistent with the aircraft manufacturer’s, avionics manufacturer’s, industry, or FAA-accepted criteria or processes.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:12 AM, 

QID: 00006702, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

43   

Does the LLM program require that records are retained and include applicable records of contract maintenance organizations?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:12 AM, 

QID: 00006707, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

44   

Does the LLM program include procedures to require contractors to have instructions for the coordination of LLM records?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 2 Sec 10

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY II OPERATIONS") OR (FLT AUTHORIZATION = "CONDUCTS CATEGORY III OPERATIONS")) ,  Rev.  3  2/27/2018 11:15:12 AM, 

QID: 00006708, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

45   

Does the certificate holder's manual contain RVSM maintenance procedures to ensure conformance to the RVSM maintenance requirements?


REFERENCES: AC-91-85, D092, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 10 Sec 1, 91 Appendix G, 91.180

NOTE: The need for functional flight tests may be limited to repairs or modifications that are deemed to warrant such testing and may be accomplished through height-keeping performance.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (OPSPEC = "D092") ,  Rev.  4  3/14/2017 1:46:33 PM, 

QID: 00006709, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

46   

Does the RVSM maintenance program include requirements that ensure RVSM avionics units:

      #1 Are manufactured to the same manufacturer specification and have the same part number; or
      #2 If of a different manufacturer or part number, the applicant demonstrates that the equipment provides equivalent system performance?

REFERENCES: AC-91-85, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 10 Sec 1, 91 Appendix G, 91.180

NOTE: This applies to aircraft within a group of aircraft, approved as a group by the Administrator.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ( (OPSPEC = "D092")) ,  Rev.  3  3/25/2016 9:09:06 AM, 

QID: 00006726, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

47   

Do the procedures specify that installed TCAS equipment is compatible with RVSM operations?


REFERENCES: AC-91-85, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 10 Sec 1, 91 Appendix G, 91.180

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ( (OPSPEC = "D092")) ,  Rev.  3  3/25/2016 9:09:06 AM, 

QID: 00006729, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

48   

Do the procedures ensure the certificate holder reports each event to the FAA when an aircraft has demonstrated any of the following altitude keeping performance errors:

      #1 Total vertical error of 300 feet or more;
      #2 Altimetry system error of 245 feet or more; or
      #3 Assigned altitude deviation of 300 feet or more?

REFERENCES: AC-91-85, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 10 Sec 1, 91 Appendix G, 91.180

NOTE: AC 91-85 recommends that the certificate holder should also report the performance error event to the FAA within 72 hours.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (OPSPEC = "B046") AND (OPSPEC = "D092") ,  Rev.  4  9/19/2019 1:38:45 PM, 

QID: 00006730, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

49   

Does the RVSM maintenance program include the equipment and requirements identified in its OpSpecs?


REFERENCES: AC-91-85, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 10 Sec 1, 91 Appendix G, 91.180

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND ((OPSPEC = "B046") ) ,  Rev.  3  3/25/2016 9:09:05 AM, 

QID: 00006736, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

50   

Does the manual include a requirement to comply with the operations specifications by incorporating the manufactures Aircraft Network Security Program (ANSP) and procedures that:

      #1 Include manufactures recommendations appropriate to its operations; and
      #2 Incorporates, within 30 days, the manufacturers revised security document?

REFERENCES: D301, 8900.1 Vol 3 Ch 61 Sec 1

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( OPSPEC = "D301" ) ,  Rev.  4  5/20/2016 10:49:22 AM, 

QID: 00006737, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

51   

Does the certificate holder ANSP protection procedures identify, assess, and mitigate security threats that include:

      #1 Ensuring security protection sufficient to prevent access by unauthorized sources external to the aircraft;
      #2 Preventing inadvertent or malicious changes to the aircraft network, including those caused by maintenance activity;
      #3 Ensuring that security threats specific to the certificate holders operations are identified and assessed, and that risk is mitigated to allow continued airworthiness of the aircraft; and
      #4 Preventing unauthorized access by sources onboard the aircraft, which includes identifying the system and components that are considered ASNP sensitive?

REFERENCES: D301, 8900.1 Vol 3 Ch 61 Sec 1

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( OPSPEC = "D301" ) ,  Rev.  3  6/25/2019 10:57:08 AM, 

QID: 00006740, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

52   

Does the certificate holders manual provide detailed instruction including:

      #1 Roles and responsibilities, including persons with authority and responsibility;
      #2 Training/qualifications;
      #3 Control of maintenance laptop access and use of wired and wireless service networks;
      #4 Controlling access to Loadable Software Airplane Part (LSAP) librarian resources;
      #5 Creating secure parts signing process and controlling access to private keys;
      #6 Control/monitor of physical access to aircraft;
      #7 Control of aircraft conformity to type design, as amended;
      #8 Provisions for parts pooling, parts borrowing and part exchanges; and
      #9 Event recognition, response and improvements?

REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 3 Ch 61 Sec 1

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" ) AND ( OPSPEC = "D301" ) ,  Rev.  3  6/25/2019 10:57:09 AM, 

QID: 00006745, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

53   

Does the maintenance program include inspections and procedures for EWIS?


REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 121.1111(b), 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:13 AM, 

QID: 00007111, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

54   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include requirements that inspections and procedures are based upon:

      #1 The TC responsible Aircraft Certification Service office ICAs;
      #2 The STC FAA Oversight Office approved ICAs; or
      #3 The responsible Aircraft Certification Service office approved alteration ICAs?

REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 121.1111(c), 121.1111(d), 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:03 AM, 

QID: 00007112, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

55   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include procedures for submitting its development and any subsequent revisions to the Principal Inspector for review and approval?


REFERENCES: AC-120-102, D097, 121.1111(e), 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:13 AM, 

QID: 00007116, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

56   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include requirements to ensure inspection tasks and task intervals are incorporated into its:

      #1 Time limitations manual;
      #2 Aircraft maintenance manual;
      #3 Standard wiring practice manual;
      #4 Electrical standard practices manual;
      #5 Job task cards; and
      #6 Engineering orders or authorizations?

REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:13 AM, 

QID: 00007117, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

57   

Do the procedures specify that the certificate holder proposed changes to the initial TC or STC holder inspection tasks and intervals require the certificate holder to:

      #1 Submit proposed changes along with supporting technical justification and data to the Principal Inspector; and
      #2 Receive approval from the responsible Aircraft Certification Service office and copy the Principal Inspector on the approval?

REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (OPSPEC = "D072") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  4  6/25/2019 10:57:02 AM, 

QID: 00007124, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

58   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include requirements to ensure protection and caution instructions and information are incorporated into its:

      #1 Time limitations manual;
      #2 Aircraft maintenance manual;
      #3 Standard wiring practice manual;
      #4 Electrical standard practices manual;
      #5 Job task cards; and
      #6 Engineering orders or authorizations?

REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:15 AM, 

QID: 00007134, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

59   

Do the procedures specify that certificate holder-developed protection and caution instructions and information that are different from TC and STC holder documents be approved by the responsible Aircraft Certification Service office?


REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  4  6/25/2019 10:57:02 AM, 

QID: 00007141, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

60   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include procedures that ensure protection and caution information and instructions:

      #1 Are on the job/task card; or
      #2 Reference the location in the aircraft maintenance manual, standard wiring practice manual, or electrical standard practices manual?

REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:15 AM, 

QID: 00007142, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

61   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include requirements that certificate holder-developed STCs require the certificate holder to submit STC EWIS ICAs to the responsible Aircraft Certification Service office for approval?


REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:01 AM, 

QID: 00007145, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

62   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include procedures to ensure separation and configuration control when performing repairs or alterations to the EWIS or fuel tank system wiring?


REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:15 AM, 

QID: 00007146, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

63   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include procedures to assess, track, and incorporate EWIS ICA revisions into the maintenance program?


REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:15 AM, 

QID: 00007147, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

64   

Do the procedures specify a "Protect and Clean as You Go" philosophy that stresses:

      #1 The importance of protective measures when working on or around wire bundles and connectors; and
      #2 The importance of protecting EWIS during structural repairs, STC installations, or other alterations by making sure that metal shavings, debris, and contamination resulting from such work are removed during work in progress and after completion?

REFERENCES: AC-120-102, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:16 AM, 

QID: 00007148, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

65   

Does the EWIS maintenance program include a training syllabus and curriculum for the following target groups:

      #1 Personnel performing EWIS maintenance;
      #2 Personnel performing maintenance inspections on EWIS;
      #3 Personnel performing electrical/avionic engineering on in-service aircraft;
      #4 Personnel performing general maintenance/inspections not involving wire maintenance;
      #5 Personnel performing other engineering or planning work on in-service aircraft;
      #6 Other service staff with duties in proximity to electrical wiring interconnection systems;
      #7 Flight deck crew; and
      #8 Cabin crew?

REFERENCES: AC-120-94

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:17 AM, 

QID: 00007151, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

66   

Does the EWIS training program include initial training content for:

      #1 Personnel performing EWIS maintenance; and
      #2 Personnel performing maintenance inspections on EWIS?

REFERENCES: AC-120-94, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:17 AM, 

QID: 00007160, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

67   

Does the EWIS training program include initial training content for:

      #1 Personnel performing electrical/avionic engineering on in-service aircraft;
      #2 Personnel performing general maintenance/inspections not involving wire maintenance;
      #3 Personnel performing other engineering or planning work on in-service aircraft;
      #4 Other service staff with duties in proximity to electrical wiring interconnection systems;
      #5 Flight deck crew; and
      #6 Cabin crew?

REFERENCES: AC-120-94, 8900.1 Vol 6 Ch 11 Sec 24

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (MX PROGRAMS = "EWIS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM") ,  Rev.  6  6/25/2019 10:57:17 AM, 

QID: 00007163, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

68   

Do the procedures address the continued airworthiness of the EFB system?


REFERENCES: A061, AC-120-76, 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 15 Sec 1

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") AND (OPSPEC = "A061") ,  Rev.  1  5/7/2015 3:35:23 PM, 

QID: 00048748, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

69   

Does the maintenance program include procedures to operationally test the FDR's acoustic beacon that are consistent with the beacon manufacturers recommended procedures and intervals?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 4 Ch 14 Sec 9

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") AND (A/C EQUIPMENT = "FDR INSTALLED") ,  Rev.  1  9/12/2016 3:15:21 PM, 

QID: 00050405, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

70   

Does the manual include a requirement to notify the responsible Flight Standards office within 5 days of subsequent changes to their data security manager?


REFERENCES: 8900.1 Vol 3 Ch 61 Sec 1, AC-119-1

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") AND (OPSPEC = "D301") ,  Rev.  2  6/25/2019 10:57:08 AM, 

QID: 00051153, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

71   

Do procedures exist in enough detail to meet the regulatory and guidance requirements for this element to produce the intended results?


Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") ,  Rev.  1  3/13/2018 11:30:19 AM, 

QID: 00051912, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

72   

Does the certificate holders manual contain procedures to perform ADS-B periodic maintenance and inspections?


REFERENCES: AC-20-165

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") ,  Rev.  2  6/25/2019 10:57:03 AM, 

QID: 00052625, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

73   

Does the certificate holders manual have procedures to ensure that transponders which meet ADS-B functionality, met the requirements of 91.215, 91.217, and 91.413?


REFERENCES: AC-20-165

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") ,  Rev.  2  6/25/2019 10:57:04 AM, 

QID: 00052626, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

74   

Does the certificate holder have procedures to accomplish a functional check of the ADS-B system?


REFERENCES: AC-20-165

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") ,  Rev.  2  6/25/2019 10:57:04 AM, 

QID: 00052627, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

75   

Does the certificate holder have procedures to ensure design changes to interfacing components to ADS-B are compatible and that ICA's have been updated?


REFERENCES: AC-20-165

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") ,  Rev.  2  6/25/2019 10:57:04 AM, 

QID: 00052628, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

76   

Did the certificate holder establish procedures to ensure ADS-B equipment installation met the requirements of 91.227?


REFERENCES: 91.227, AC-20-165

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") ,  Rev.  2  6/25/2019 10:57:04 AM, 

QID: 00052629, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

77   

Does the certificate holder have procedures that prevent propagation of test signals that may interfere with ATC operations or TCAS-Equipped aircraft operating in the area where the ADS-B test is performed?


REFERENCES: AC-20-165

NOTE: Transmitting airborne position reports with simulated airborne altitudes while on the surface will produce false targets for the ATC surveillance systems or airborne ADS-B IN equipped aircraft.

Safety Attribute: Procedures,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121" OR "135") ,  Rev.  1  6/25/2020 10:04:10 AM, 

QID: 00056190, Response Details: EP & ED DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

78   

Do controls exist within this element that ensure risks are reduced to an acceptable level?


REFERENCES: 5.53, 5.55, 5.51

Safety Attribute: Controls,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") ,  Rev.  2  3/8/2019 12:47:45 PM, 

QID: 00051913, Response Details: Controls ED/EP/SP DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

79   

Does the certificate holder have a method to evaluate the impact of changes on related processes (interfaces) for this element?


Safety Attribute: Interfaces,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") ,  Rev.  2  3/8/2019 12:47:45 PM, 

QID: 00051914, Response Details: Interfaces ED/EP/SP DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released

80   

Does the process design require that individuals understand their safety role and how it contributes to the safety performance of this element?


REFERENCES: 5.23(a), 5.91, 5.93

Safety Attribute: Safety Ownership,  Question Type: Output Validation,  

Scoping Attribute:  (FAR PART = "121") ,  Rev.  2  3/8/2019 12:47:46 PM, 

QID: 00051918, Response Details: Safety Ownership ED/EP/SP DCTs (Both OP and AW),  Status: Released