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Id: AL 5480.13A
Title: Aviation Operations and Safety
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Date_Issue: 11/30/1993
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Directive: 5480.13
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U.S. Department of Energy                              SUPPLEMENTAL
     Albuquerque Operations Office                      DIRECTIVE
                                                       AL 5480.13A
                                              DATE:  November 30, 1993

SUBJECT:  AVIATION OPERATIONS AND SAFETY

1.  PURPOSE.  This Supplemental Directive assigns responsibilities and
    delegates authorities for Albuquerque Operations Office (AL)
    implementation of Department of Energy (DOE) 5480.13A.  It also
    establishes the overall aviation safety policy to ensure that aviation
    operations, maintenance, and inspection maintain a standard equivalent
    to that mandated for air carrier/commercial operators under Title 14
    Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 121 and/or Title 14 CFR Part 135
    for AL aviation program operations.

2.  CANCELLATION.  This Supplemental Directive cancels AL Order 5480.13,
    Aviation Operations and Safety, dated July 5, 1990.

3.  CANCELLATION.  This Supplemental Directive applies to AL officials, DOE
    AL elements, DOE covered contractors (including their non-DOE funded
    work for others (WFO) which involves aviation operations), and aviation
    charter operations.

4.  APPLICATION TO CONTRACTS.  The provisions of this Supplemental Directive
    apply to covered contractors (see "Definitions") to the extent
    implemented under a contract or other agreement.  DOE elements and
    covered contractors are responsible for assuring charter and lease
    operations meet the requirements of this Supplemental Directive.

5.  REFERENCES.

    a.   14 CFR, "Federal Aviation Regulations", including, but not limited
         to, Parts 1, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 33, 36, 39, 43, 45, 61, 63, 65,
         67, 77, 91, 97, 107, 108, 121, 125, 133, 135, 137, 139, and 145,
         which contain regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration
         (FAA) pertaining to aviation.

    b.   41 CFR Chapter 101-37, (Federal Property Management Regulations
         (FPMR)), "Government Aviation Administration and Coordination,"
         which prescribes policies and procedures for executive agencies
         governing the effective management and utilization of
         government-owned, -leased, -chartered, and -rented aircraft and
         related support services.

    c.   41 CFR Chapter 109-38.52, "Aircraft," which establishes basic
         policies and procedures that apply to the management of aircraft
         and aircraft services, excluding aircraft owned and operated by
         other federal activities for DOE.

    d.   41 CFR Chapter 109-38.54, "Official Use of Motor Vehicles and
         Aircraft," which supplements FPMR Part 101-38; implements the
         provisions of statutes concerning the use of government-owned,
         -rented, and -leased motor vehicles, and aircraft for official
         purposes; and prescribes policies and procedures governing the use
         of such vehicles and aircraft acquired for official purposes.

    e.   49 CFR Subchapter C, Parts 100 through 180, which contain
         requirements in preparation and shipment of hazardous materials by
         air, highway, rail, water, or any combination thereof.

    f.   49 CFR 830, National Transportation Safety Board Rule 830,
         "Notification and Reporting of Aircraft Accidents and Incidents and
         Overdue Aircraft, and Preservation of Aircraft Wreckage, Mail,
         Cargo; and Records," which contains rules pertaining to aircraft
         accidents, incidents, and certain other occurrences in the
         operation of aircraft.

    g.   49 CFR Part 831, "Accident/Incident Investigation Procedures,"
         which establishes provisions governing all accident or incident
         investigations conducted under Title VII of the Federal Aviation
         Act of 1958 and the Independent Safety Board Act of 1974.

    h.   DOE 1500.2A, TRAVEL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES, dated June 7, 1989,
         which establishes DOE policy on elective use of private aircraft
         for official use by DOE employees and covered contractors.

    i.   DOE 3790.1B, FEDERAL EMPLOYEE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
         PROGRAM, dated January 7, 1993, which establishes policy for the
         Federal Employee Occupational Safety and Health program of DOE.

    j.   DOE 4300.2B, NON-DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY FUNDED WORK (WORK FOR
         OTHERS), dated July 13, 1993, which establishes DOE policy,
         procedures, and responsibilities for authorizing and administering
         non-DOE funded work.

    k.   DOE 5000.3B, OCCURRENCE REPORTING AND PROCESSING OF OPERATIONS
         INFORMATION, dated January 19, 1993, which establishes policy on
         reporting occurrences in DOE and contractor operations.

    l.   DOE 5480 series, which establish Departmental environmental,
         safety, and health (ES&H) protection program polices, procedures,
         and responsibilities.

    m.   DOE 5480.1B, ENVIRONMENT, SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM FOR DEPARTMENT
         OF ENERGY OPERATIONS, dated September 23, 1986, which establishes
         an ES&H program for DOE operations.

    n.   DOE 5480.4, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, SAFETY, AND HEALTH PROTECTION
         STANDARDS, dated May 15, 1984, which specifies and provides
         requirements for the application of the mandatory environmental
         protection, safety, and health standards applicable to all DOE and
         DOE contractor operations.

    o.   DOE 5480.11, RADIATION PROTECTION FOR OCCUPATIONAL WORKERS, dated
         December 21, 1988, which establishes standards and program
         requirements for DOE and contractor operations with respect to
         worker protection.

    p.   DOE 5480.13A, AVIATION SAFETY, dated February 23, 1993, which
         establishes aviation safety program and standards for DOE aviation
         operations.

    q.   DOE 5480.29, EMPLOYEE CONCERNS, dated January 15, 1993, which
         creates the framework for promptly identifying, reporting, and
         resolving employee concerns regarding DOE facilities or operations
         for which there may be a belief or knowledge of inadequacy
         associated with ES&H conditions.

    r.   DOE 5484.12, SAFETY ANALYSIS AND REVIEW SYSTEM, dated September 23,
         1986, which establishes uniform requirements for preparation and
         review of safety analysis of DOE operations.

    s.   DOE 5482.12, ENVIRONMENT, SAFETY, AND HEALTH APPRAISAL PROGRAM,
         dated September 23, 1986, which establishes the ES&H appraisal
         program of DOE.

    t.   DOE 5484.1, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, SAFETY, AND HEALTH PROTECTION
         INFORMATION REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, dated February 24, 1981, which
         establishes the requirements and procedures for the investigation
         of occurrences that have environmental, safety, or health
         protection significance.

    u.   DOE 5500 series, as mandated in SEN-11-89, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
         SYSTEM, dated June 29, 1990, which establish overall policy and
         requirements for an Emergency Management System.

    v.   DOE 5630 series, which establish safeguards and security
         requirements.

    w.   DOE 5700.6C, QUALITY ASSURANCE, dated August 21, 1991, which
         establishes standards to assure quality achievement in DOE
         programs.

    x.   AL 1500.2, "Travel Policy and Procedures," dated April 21, 1989,
         which establishes regulations governing the Official Travel
         Function at AL and delegates responsibilities and authorities for
         administering the regulations within the AL complex.

    y.   AL 1540.1, "Materials Transportation and Traffic Management," dated
         February 16, 1989, which establishes AL policy and procedures for
         the management of materials transportation activities for other
         than intra-building and intra-site transfers.

    z.   AL 5480.12, "Environment, Safety, and Health Program for AL
         Operations," dated February 19, 1987, which assigns
         responsibilities and authorities for the AL ES&H program.

    aa.  DOE Property Management Regulations Bulletin No. G-1, September 1,
         1987.

    bb.  December 12, 1987, Agreement between the United States DOE and
         National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) (NTSB investigation of
         accidents involving DOE aircraft).

    cc.  Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-126, "Improving
         the Management and Use of Government Aircraft," dated May 22, 1992,
         which establishes the policies to be followed by executive agencies
         in acquiring, managing, using, accounting for the costs of, and
         disposing of aircraft.

    dd.  International Civil Aviation Organization, Annex B, "Technical
         Instructions for the Safe Transportation of Dangerous Goods by
         Air," current edition, which sets for broad principles and
         instructions for the packaging, labeling and shipping of goods by
         air.

    ee.  FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 150 series, "Airports and Heliports,"
         which contain guidance on the design, construction, and maintenance
         of airports and heliports.

    ff.  Office of Personnel Management X-118 Handbook, "Qualification
         Standards," which contain qualifications for pilots and other
         individuals.

6.  DEFINITIONS.

    a.   Air Services Prime Contractor.  The AL covered contractor which
         operates, maintains, and manages DOE-owned aircraft, equipment, and
         facilities to provide air transportation of cargo and personnel and
         other aviation support for AL programs and organizational elements.

    b.   Aircraft.  A device that is used or intended to be used for flight
         in the air.

    c.   Aircraft Accident.  An occurrence associated with the operation of
         an aircraft which takes place between the time any individual
         boards the aircraft with the intention of flight and all such
         individuals have disembarked, and in which any individual suffers
         death or serious injury or the aircraft receives substantial
         damage, as described in 49 CFR Part 830.

    d.   Aircraft Incident.  Any occurrence, other than an accident,
         associated with the operation of an aircraft, which affects or
         could affect the safety of operations, as described in 49 CFR Part
         830.

    e.   Airplane.  An engine-driven fixed-wing aircraft heavier than air
         that is supported in flight by the dynamic reaction of the air
         against its wings.

    f.   Airport.  An area of land or water, including any buildings and
         facilities, that is used or intended to be used for the landing and
         takeoff of aircraft.

    g.   Airstrip.  A runway without normal air base or airport facilities.

    h.   AL Aircraft.  Any aircraft owned or leased by AL, under AL's
         operational control or exclusively engaged for use by AL and
         covered contractors.

    i.   Aviation Manager.  The DOE individual designated by the Head of the
         Field Office to manage aviation operations or to oversee aviation
         service contracts at sites that do not have DOE-owned aircraft.

    j.   Aviation Operations.  Any operations of aircraft, airports, or
         heliports or any services that support aviation activities.

    k.   Aviation Safety Officer.  A DOE employee designated by the
         appropriate authority to perform aviation safety oversight.  An
         Aviation Safety Officer (ASO) shall meet the requirements specified
         by the appropriate authority and shall have sufficient aviation
         knowledge, background, and training to completely perform assigned
         duties.  The affected Program Secretarial Officer or Head of a
         Field Office shall define training and qualification requirements
         for their respective ASOs.

    l.   Chartered Aircraft.  An aircraft chartered, not to exceed 89 days,
         for point-to-point service to satisfy a one-time transportation or
         mission need.  Also included are commercial aircraft chartered with
         pilot(s) to perform local or special mission flights, such as
         aerial surveys, photography, and special tours.

    m.   Chief Pilot.  An individual designated to act as Chief Pilot by the
         Aviation Manager, Director of Operations, or aviation services
         contractor.

    n.   Civil Aircraft.  Any aircraft other than a public or military
         aircraft.

    o.   Covered Contractor.  DOE management and operating contractors and
         subcontractors who are (1) based at a DOE work site, or (2) subject
         to the Safety and Health clause of 48 CFR 970.5204-2.

    p.   Crew Member.  A person assigned to perform duty in an aircraft
         during flight time.

         (1)  Flight crew member is a person holding a valid FAA Airman's
              Certificate and medical certificate as a prerequisite to
              performance of the duties of the position during flight; e.g.,
              pilot, copilot, flight engineer, flight navigator.

         (2)  Aircrew member is an additional crew member required for
              accomplishment of the mission such as flight engineer,
              photographer, observer, airborne equipment operator, etc.
              These positions usually do not require any special airmen
              certificates or medical certificates.

    q.   Director of Maintenance.  An individual designated to act as the
         Director of Maintenance by the Aviation Manager or the aviation
         services contractor.

    r.   Director of Operations.  An individual designated to act as the
         Director of Operations by the Aviation Manager or the aviation
         services contractor.

    s.   DOE-Use Aircraft.  Any aircraft owned by DOE, under DOE's
         operational control, or engaged exclusively for use by DOE or a
         covered contractor for DOE purposes.

    t.   DOE Aviation Operations.  Any DOE operation of aircraft, airports,
         or heliports or any services that support DOE aviation activities.

    u.   DOE-Owned Aircraft.  Any aircraft that is owned exclusively by DOE
         or leased in lieu of ownership.

    v.   FAA Airworthiness/DOE Flight Certificate.

         (1)  FAA Standard Airworthiness Certificate.  FAA Form 8100-2 is
              issued for aircraft that fully conform to the airworthiness
              requirements in Federal Aviation Regulations, Parts 23 through
              31, as applicable for airplanes, rotorcraft, and balloons, and
              which meet the requirements of the type certificate data
              sheets and are found airworthy.

         (2)  FAA Social Airworthiness Certificates.  FAA Form 8130-7 is
              issued for all nonstandard aircraft,  as classified under 14
              CFR 21.175(b).  FAA Form 8130-7 (pink), which indicates that
              the aircraft does not meet the airworthiness requirements of a
              Standard Operating Certificate, may be issued in the following
              categories:

              (a)  Restricted Category.  Aircraft that does not qualify for
                   certification in any other category because of design or
                   intended use or because flight tests have not been
                   conducted to qualify for other categories of operation.

              (b)  Experimental Category.  Experimental certificates are
                   issued for research and development (RID) purposes and to
                   show compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations.  This
                   category includes flight and ground testing of new
                   aircraft designs, equipment installations, operating
                   techniques, and uses.

         (3)  Multiple Airworthiness Certificates.  An aircraft may be
              issued a Standard Airworthiness Certificate and a Special
              Airworthiness Certificate in the restricted category if it can
              be shown that the aircraft meets the requirements for each
              category when configured for that category.

         (4)  DOE Flight Certificate.  Criteria for the use of the DOE
              Flight Certificate are provided in the DOE 5480.13A Order.
              This certificate shall be used when DOE aircraft are operated
              outside the limits of their issued FAA Airworthiness
              Certificate.  The certificate may be used temporarily when the
              nature of operations makes use of a standard or special
              airworthiness certificate impossible.  This provision may not
              be interpreted as a mechanism for the surrender of any DOE
              aircraft's FAA Standard Airworthiness Certificate.

    w.   Ground Crew.  All personnel assigned to aviation operations other
         than crew members and administrative personnel.

    x.   Fixed Costs.  Those costs of operating aircraft that result from
         owning and supporting the aircraft and that do not vary according
         to aircraft usage.

    y.   Helicopter.  A rotorcraft that, for its horizontal motion, depends
         principally on its engine-driven rotors.

    z.   Helipad.  A surface used for the parking and operations of
         helicopters.  It may be located inside or outside of the final
         approach and takeoff area.  The final approach and takeoff area is
         the area over which the final phase of the approach maneuver to
         hover or land is completed, and from which the takeoff maneuver is
         commenced.

    aa.  Helistop.  An area used or intended to be used for the landing and
         takeoff of helicopters engaged in the deplaning or enplaning of
         passengers or cargo.

    bb.  Heliport.  An identifiable area on land or water or on structures,
         including any building or facilities thereon, which is used or
         intended to be used for the landing or takeoff of helicopters.

    cc.  Leased or Contract Aircraft.  Non-DOE owned aircraft obtained under
         a specific aviation services contract or lease agreement for use
         under AL's operation control for a specific extended term (90
         consecutive days or more).

    dd.  Mission Requirements.  Activities other than transporting
         passengers and/or cargo which must be accomplished in order to
         carry out AL's statutory responsibilities.

    ee.  Passenger.  Any person aboard an aircraft who does not perform the
         function of a flight crew or aircrew member.

         (1)  AL Passenger is a passenger on an AL aircraft who is a DOE
              employee duly authorized to travel to conduct the official
              business of DOE.

         (2)  Non-AL Passenger is any passenger on an AL aircraft other than
              an AL passenger.  This category includes personnel of covered
              contractors, other federal agencies, and official guests/
              visitors of DOE.

    ff.  Pilot-in-Command (PIC).  The pilot responsible for the operation
         and safety of an aircraft during flight time.

    gg.  Private/Personal Aircraft.  Any aircraft owned by an individual,
         partnership, or flying club, when used by the pilot/owner for
         personal transport.

    hh.  Public Aircraft.  Aircraft used only in the service of a government
         or a political subdivision.  It does not include any
         government-owned aircraft engaged in carrying persons or property
         for commercial purposes.

    ii.  Rental Aircraft.  Aircraft rented for local operations such as
         aerial surveys or photography missions on a short-term basis under
         small purchasing authority, with or without operator-furnished
         crew.

    jj.  Variable Costs.  Those costs of operating aircraft which vary
         depending on how much the aircraft are used.  These costs will be
         computed by the Director, Transportation Safeguards Division (TSD),
         for each category and class of aircraft in accordance with OMB
         Circular A-126.

7.  RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES.

    a.   The Manager, AL, provides necessary management to assure that the
         DOE aviation orders, requirements, and standards are satisfied in
         AL aviation operations.

    b.   The Assistant Manager for Safeguards and Security has
         responsibility to assure that the AL aviation program is conducted
         in accordance with all DOE standards and policy requirements.

    c.   The Assistant Manager for ES&H has oversight responsibility to
         assure that the DOE aviation safety program, as set forth in DOE
         5480.13A and this Supplemental Directive are carried out in AL
         aviation operations.

    d.   The Director, TSD, with further delegation to the AL Air
         Transportation Manager:

         (1)  Functions as the contract administrator and has
              responsibilities for the establishment and operation of the AL
              aviation program.

         (2)  Initiates and coordinates requests for exemptions from DOE
              5480.13A through the AL Safety Programs Division (SPD) for
              Headquarters (HQ) review and approval in accordance with DOE
              5480.4.

         (3)  Reviews and approves completed safety plans (Annex 1) from
              Area Managers and contracting officers for each individual
              aviation charter operation.

         (4)  Reviews and approves changes to the DOE AL Office Aviation
              Operations Manual.

         (5)  Notifies the Director, SPD, of all aviation accidents,
              incidents, or near misses, and assures that they are reported
              or investigated per DOE 5484.1.

         (6)  Performs periodic internal audits of the aviation safety
              program and of the air services prime contractor.

         (7)  Reviews and approves all special passenger flights in AL
              aircraft in accordance with AL 1500.2 and OMB Circular A-126.

         (8)  Prepares the annual AL Aircraft Study in accordance with OMB
              Circular A-126.

         (9)  Has responsibility for aviation safety management and related
              technical matters under the operational control of AL.

         (10) Assists the Los Alamos Area Office (LAAO) in the
              interpretation of policies, standards, guides, and codes
              relating to aviation and airport safety.

    e.   The Director, SPD:

         (1)  Has oversight responsibility for aviation safety management.

         (2)  Performs periodic appraisals of the AL aviation program and
              the Los Alamos Airport.

         (3)  Processes requests for exemptions from DOE 5480.13A.

         (4)  Assists the Director, TSD, and the Manager, LAAO, in the
              interpretation of policies, standards, guides, and codes
              relating to aviation safety.

         (5)  Periodically evaluates the adequacy of DOE aviation safety
              standards, guides, and codes and recommends additions or
              revisions to the Director, Quality Performance Assessment
              Division; and the HQ Office of Environment, Safety and Health
              (EH-33), as required by DOE 5480.13A, with information copies
              to HQ Office of Defense Programs.

    f.   Area Managers and Contracting Officers (CO).

         (1)  Assure that the requirements of DOE 5480.13A and this
              Supplemental Directive are made known to AL covered
              contractors.

         (2)  Review and forward to the Director, TSD, with recommendations
              for approval, any requests and justifications for exemptions
              from any requirements of these orders and/or supplemental
              directives.

         (3)  Provide to the Director, TSD, a list of the projected use of
              charter aircraft operators for the upcoming calendar year.
              This list shall include the following:

              (a)  Name and address of qualified charter operators who might
                   be selected/awarded a service contract.

              (b)  A statement that each charter operator meets the criteria
                   of Section 13. of this Supplemental Directive.

         (4)  Require that AL covered contractors conducting aviation
              operations:

              (a)  Establish and maintain suitable management review and
                   audit systems and clear lines of responsibility for
                   aviation safety within their organizations.

              (b)  Prepare a documented safety plan (Annex 1) for the
                   conduct of individual aviation charter/rental or WFO
                   project involving aviation operations.

              (c)  Perform periodic audits of their internal aviation safety
                   program in accordance with DOE and AL 5482.1B.  As a
                   minimum, these audits should be performed once every two
                   years.

              (d)  Establish a system to identify and monitor WFO contracts
                   which involves aviation operations.

         (5)  Submit completed and approved safety plans (Annex 1) to the
              Director, TSD, for approval of charter operations.

         (6)  Notify the Director, TSD, and Director, SPD, of all aviation
              accidents, incidents, or near misses that are reported to them
              by their covered contractors, and assure that they are
              reported or investigated per DOE 5484.1.

         (7)  Submit written requests and justifications for exemptions from
              the aviation requirements of DOE and AL Supplemental
              Directives to the Director, TSD.

    g.   AL Covered Contractors.

         (1)  Establish and document an aviation safety program that
              implements the policies and requirements of DOE 5480.13A and
              of this Supplemental Directive.

         (2)  Provide the necessary staff, equipment, funding, and other
              support for the conduct of the aviation safety program as
              required in paragraph 7.f.(4) of this Supplemental Directive.

         (3)  Establish and maintain suitable management review and audit
              systems and clear lines of responsibility for aviation safety
              within their organizations.

         (4)  Perform periodic audits of their internal aviation safety
              program in accordance with DOE and AL 5482.1B.

         (5)  Submit written request and justifications for exemptions from
              the requirements of DOE and AL Orders to their CO.

         (6)  Provide the Director, TSD, with clear justification and
              documentation of contractor management approval that the
              requested charter operations are necessary and that the safety
              assessment aspects of the planned aviation charter operations
              have been satisfied.

         (7)  Provide to the Area Manager or CO by September 15 of each year
              their source list of charter operators which may be utilized
              during the upcoming calendar year.  The source list shall
              include the following:

              (a)  Name and address of each qualified charter operator which
                   might be selected/awarded a service contract.

              (b)  A statement that each charter operator does meet the
                   criteria of Section 13. of this Supplemental Directive.

         (8)  Develop a formal documented written procedural safety plan for
              each individual aviation operation (including Reimbursable
              Work for Others (RWFO) involving aviation operations) to
              include, but not be limited to, the information outlined in
              Exhibit 1 to this Supplemental Directive.

         (9)  Submit a completed safety plan (Annex 1) to the Area Manager
              or CO for approval of each individual aviation charter
              operation.

         (10) Immediately notify the Area Manager or CO of all aviation
              accidents, incidents, or near misses.

         (11) Establish a system to identify and monitor RWFO programs
              and/or projects which involve aviation operations.

    h.   PIC.  The PIC of a DOE aircraft shall be directly responsible and
         the final authority for the safe operation of the aircraft.

8.  POLICY.  It is the policy of AL to:

    a.   Assure protection of the environment, the health and safety of the
         general public, the health and safety of contractor and federal
         personnel, and protection of government property against accidental
         loss and damage in the conduct of the AL aviation program.

    b.   Assure compliance with DOE requirements, as identified in DOE
         5480.13A, in establishing and maintaining an equivalent level of
         standards and safety in accordance with the operating, maintenance,
         and inspection requirements 14 CFR Part 121 and/or 14 CFR Part 135
         (appropriate to the aircraft being operated), and to the maximum
         extent possible for operations which must be conducted under public
         aircraft exemption(s).

    c.   Assure AL aircraft are used for official business only.

    d.   Assure that AL's and contractors' use of aircraft is in compliance
         with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

    e.   Assure that AL aircraft are certified, maintained, and operated in
         accordance with FAA and NTSB regulations.

    f.   Assure that AL owns and/or operates the minimal fleet of aircraft
         which will satisfy its program requirements.

    g.   Assure that AL aircraft and aviation personnel maintain a readiness
         level for timely and efficient dispatch for "Mission" operations in
         support of AL programmatic requirements.

    h.   Assure that AL aircraft are used for "other official travel/
         transportation" only when the variable expense of such use is more
         economical than commercial airline or aircraft services, or when
         commercial service is not available to effectively meet AL's
         transportation need.

    i.   Assure that only duly authorized passengers travel on AL aircraft.

9.  PROHIBITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS.

    a.   Smoking is prohibited on AL aircraft.

    b.   Use or transport of alcoholic beverages or of illegal drugs/
         substances is prohibited on AL and chartered aircraft.

    c.   Transportation of firearms by persons other than DOE couriers,
         covered contractor protective forces, and other federal officers is
         prohibited on AL aircraft.

    d.   Except for emergencies, all arrangements to transport non-DOE
         passengers on DOE aircraft, except for the scheduled service
         between Albuquerque and Los Alamos, must be made through TSD, with
         the approval of the Air Transportation Manager.

    e.   The use of private aircraft by AL employees on official business
         is regulated by AL 1500.2.

10. AIRCRAFT ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS.

    AL or the covered contractor, as appropriate, will investigate all type
    A and B aircraft accident and incidents in accordance with DOE 5484.1
    and DOE 5000.3B and shall appoint to the accident investigation board at
    least one individual who has aviation experience as a pilot, aviation
    operations manager, quality control/airworthiness manager, or ASO, or a
    person with similar aviation experience.  The Director, TSD, and other
    covered contractors shall assure that:

    a.   Aircraft accidents involving AL aircraft and/or covered contractor
         aircraft will be reported to the NTSB by TSD in accordance with 49
         CFR Part 830 and AL 5480.1B.

    b.   AL shall request the NTSB to investigate any accident and/or
         participate with a DOE accident investigation board involving an AL
         aircraft in accordance with the December 12, 1987, agreement
         between DOE and the NTSB.

    c.   Any aircraft overdue and believed to have been involved in an
         accident as defined in the NTSB Rules, Part 830, must be reported
         immediately to the NTSB.

11. AVIATION MANUALS.

    AL and its covered contractors conducting aviation operations with
    DOE-owned or -leased aircraft shall develop and maintain appropriate
    aviation manuals.

    a.   The aviation manual(s) must be detailed and comprehensive, and
         address, as a minimum, the functional areas/subjects required by 14
         CFR Parts 121.135 and .369 and/or 14 CFR Parts 135.23 and .427.
         Individual or additional manuals may cover "Training," "General
         Maintenance," "Inspection Procedures," "Operations," and other
         functional areas appropriate to the aviation mission and related
         operations.

    b.   LAAO shall use 14 CFR Part 139.205 and related 150 series ACs in
         developing and maintaining airport operations and maintenance
         manuals.

    c.   The AL prime aviation services contractor shall hold and maintain a
         Repair Station Certificate under 14 CFR Part 145, including a
         General Maintenance Manual and all other manuals, documents, and
         reference data incorporated by reference.

    d.   The manual(s) and/or appendices/annex shall contain or refer to:

         (1)  Documentation regarding compliance or noncompliance with 14
              CFR Parts 121, 133, 135, 137, 139, and/or 145 as appropriate.

         (2)  Documentation supporting exemptions referenced in the
              compliance statements and/or documentation supporting
              exceptions to DOE 5480.13A but not related to specific Parts
              of 14 CFR.

12. DOE AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS DOE-Owned/Long-term Leased Aircraft).

    AL operates and maintains both public aircraft and aircraft which are
    operated under an Air Carrier Operating Certificate issued under Special
    Federal Aviation Regulation 38-2, and operated under 14 CFR Parts 121
    and 135.  In that all aircraft, personnel, and equipment and facilities
    are integral to both public and certificated operations, the uniform
    standards and requirements of 14 CFR Parts 121 and 135 shall be applied.
    In situations where the mission/programmatic requirements must be
    conducted under public aircraft provisions of the Federal Aviation Act
    of 1958, AL will comply with 14 CFR Parts 21, 43, 91, 121, and 135 to
    the extent practicable.

    a.   All AL flight operations shall be conducted under Instrument Flight
         Rules (IFR).  Exceptions are limited to:

         (1)  Local flights for maintenance test purposes or flight
              training/proficiency.

         (2)  Aerial surveillance or R&D flights may be operated under
              Visual Flight Rules (VFR) flight plans if IFR flight plans do
              not accommodate the intended mission.

         Both exceptions must have a flight release issued from Dispatch/
         Operations and receive flight following.  The flight crew shall
         advise Dispatch in the event a flight will arrive 30 minutes beyond
         its last estimated time of arrival.  Any search for overdue
         aircraft shall be initiated in accordance with the operators
         emergency procedures manual.

    b.   The AL prime aviation services contractor flight crew personnel
         shall possess the following qualifications:

         (1)  A valid FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate.

         (2)  A valid FAA Class I Medical Certificate.

         (3)  A minimum of 3,000 hours logged as PIC flight time in
              airplanes.

         (4)  A valid type rating (if required) for the type of aircraft
              being operated.

    c.   All AL aircraft shall be maintained and inspected under the
         provisions of Subpart L of 14 CFR 121 or Subpart J of 14 CFR 135,
         as appropriate, for the aircraft.

    d.   AL shall request concurrence from DOE HQ for any routine operations
         that may occur which are not covered under the operating rules of
         14 CFR 121 or 135.

    e.   All AL aviation-related training programs to be conducted shall
         meet the 14 CFR 121 and/or 135 standards.

    f.   Routine mission and other official travel/transportation flight
         operations are to be conducted at altitudes greater than 500 feet
         above ground level (AGL).  In the event of a requirement to perform
         a flight at less than 500 feet AGL, AL or the air services
         contractor shall prepare a hazards/obstacle map for operations
         analysis and use in the conduct of these specific flight
         operations.

    g.   The air services contractor shall maintain a reference library of
         FAA ACs.

    h.   All AL and covered contractor flight operations conducted under IFR
         and/or at night shall be in multiengine aircraft certified for
         instrument flight.  Airplanes shall also be certificated for flight
         into known icing conditions and shall be equipped with weather
         radar capable of contouring convective or thunderstorm activity.
         Aircraft shall be crewed by two current and qualified instrument
         rated pilots, and it shall have dual controls and flight
         instrumentation or instrumentation that is visible and usable by
         both pilots.

    i.   Night Operations/Night Vision Goggles (NVG) - General.  The VFR
         night operations shall be restricted to R&D flight requirements
         only.  Operations with NVG are not authorized.  Single-pilot,
         single-engine aircraft operations are not authorized.  Any flight
         operations below the minimum specified in DOE 5480.13A, Section
         10.1.(4)(b), shall require an Aviation Safety Review and
         appropriate documentation.

13. CHARTER AIRCRAFT REQUIREMENTS.

    a.   Responsibilities and Authorities.

         The Manager, AL, is the official responsible for the overview and
         management of all AL aviation operations.  This is further
         delegated to the AL Air Transportation Manager.  The use of charter
         aircraft operations shall require:

         (1)  That the use of such operations is necessary to meet
              programmatic requirements.

         (2)  That the AL aviation services contractor does not have the
              appropriate aircraft available to meet the mission
              requirements or schedules.

         (3)  The selection of the air taxi/commercial operator that best
              meets the requirements of this Supplemental Directive and the
              logistical needs of AL or the covered contractor.

         (4)  That it is AL's or the covered contractor's responsibility
              through its contracting official and/or ASO to assure that the
              air taxi/commercial operator is fully aware of, and compliant
              with, the general, technical, and operational specifications
              required by this Supplemental Directive.

         (5)  The identification and justification of ongoing aviation
              services shall be reviewed and approved by the AL Air
              Transportation Manager.

         (6)  All standby contracts or blanket purchase agreements shall
              fully comply with the requirements of this Supplemental
              Directive.

    b.   Criteria.

         Authorized AL and contractor personnel shall require the air
         taxi/commercial operator to document and ensure that the following
         minimum requirements are met:

         (1)  General Requirements.  The aviation services contractor and/or
              subcontractor (air taxi/air carrier/commercial operator),
              shall hold a FAA Air Taxi/Air Carrier/Commercial Operator
              and/or other appropriate certificate and operate under the
              provisions of 14 CFR 121, 125, 127, 133, 135, 137, or 145 as
              applicable for the types of operations being conducted.  The
              identification and ownership of the aircraft shall be listed
              on/with the certificate holder's operating specifications.

              (a)  All Aircraft.

                   1    Aircraft shall be equipped in accordance with
                        applicable Federal Aviation Regulation,
                        manufacturers'/FAA Minimum Equipment Lists, and the
                        respective air taxi/commercial operator's operating
                        specifications.

                   2    All AL and covered contractor flight operations
                        conducted under IFR and/or at night shall be in
                        multiengine aircraft certified for instrument
                        flight.  Airplanes shall also be certificated for
                        flight into known icing conditions and be equipped
                        with weather radar capable of contouring convective
                        or thunderstorm activity.  Aircraft shall be crewed
                        by two current and qualified instrument rated
                        pilots, and it shall have dual controls and flight
                        instrumentation or instrumentation that is visible
                        and usable by both pilots.

                   3    Installation of any additional aircraft or research
                        equipment will be accomplished in accordance with
                        Federal Aviation Regulations, approved aircraft/
                        flight manual supplement, FAA field approval, and/or
                        Supplemental Type Certificate configurations and
                        specifications for special mission operations.
                        Aircraft with multiple airworthiness certificates
                        must be operated in the configuration appropriate to
                        the mission and the commercial operator's operating
                        specifications.

                   4    All aircraft chartered for terms of less than 90
                        days for official passenger transportation shall be
                        certificated in the Standard (normal, utility,
                        commuter, or transport) category or for special
                        missions shall be certificated in the Special
                        (restricted) category, and both shall maintain their
                        Certificate of Airworthiness during the term of the
                        contract.

                   5    An automatic type Emergency Locator Transmitter
                        shall be installed and maintained in accordance with
                        the provisions of 14 CFR Part 91.207 on all
                        chartered aircraft.

                   6    A flight recording meter reading in hours and tenths
                        is required to be installed in all aircraft for
                        recording flight times from takeoff to landing for
                        invoicing and statistical purposes.  Limit switches
                        for activating the instrument should be wired in
                        conjunction with either the landing gear strut or
                        the collective control.

                   7    A FAA-approved First-Aid and Survival Kit
                        appropriate to the operating area and season must be
                        available on the aircraft.

                   8    All AL flight operations shall be conducted under
                        IFR.  Exceptions are limited to:

                        (a)  Local flights for maintenance or equipment test
                             purposes.

                        (b)  Aerial surveillance or R&D flights may be
                             operated under VFR flight plans if IFR flight
                             plans do not accommodate the intended mission.

                        Both exceptions must have a flight release or
                        equivalent issued from the commercial operator
                        and/or assure that responsible AL or covered
                        contractor personnel are aware of the planned area
                        of operation or route(s), the estimated time of
                        return or arrival, and the number and names of
                        personnel on board.  The flight crew shall advise
                        the appropriate personnel above (as established in
                        the safety plan) in the event a flight will arrive
                        30 minutes beyond its last estimated time of
                        arrival.  Any search for overdue aircraft shall be
                        initiated in accordance with the operator's or
                        covered contractor's emergency procedures manual.

                   9    Routine mission and other official travel/
                        transportation flight operations are conducted at
                        altitudes greater than 500 feet AGL.  In the event
                        of a requirement to perform a flight at less than
                        500 feet AGL, AL, the covered contractor, or the air
                        services contractor shall prepare a hazards/obstacle
                        map for operations analysis and use in conduct of
                        these specific flight operations.  AL and/or the
                        covered contractor will assure area/route
                        familiarization and verification of hazards/
                        obstacles.

                   10   Night Operations/NVG - General.  The VFR night
                        operations shall be restricted to night to R&D
                        flight requirements only.  Operations with NVG are
                        not authorized.  Single-pilot, single-engine
                        aircraft operations are not authorized.  Any flight
                        operations below the minimum specified in DOE
                        5480.13A, Section 10.1.(4)(b), shall require an
                        Aviation Safety Review and appropriate
                        documentation.

              (b)  Helicopters.

                   1    Helicopters will have double-strap shoulder harness
                        for each front-seat occupant.

                   2    Helicopters with high-skid landing gear installed
                        will have personnel access steps at each cabin door.

                   3    All chartered helicopters shall comply with the
                        provisions of paragraphs 13.b.(1)(a)1 through 10.

                   4    Although not required by Federal Aviation
                        Regulations, it is highly desirable that all
                        helicopters be equipped with an ELT.

         (2)  Maintenance.

              (a)  All aircraft shall be maintained and inspected in
                   accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations,
                   and manufacturers' overhaul, maintenance, and/or
                   inspection manuals and bulletins, and the certificate
                   holder's approved general maintenance and/or inspection
                   manual.

              (b)  All maintenance, overhaul, and component exchange
                   performed on the aircraft will be recorded in the
                   appropriate logbook/record book in accordance with
                   Federal Aviation Regulations Parts 43, 91, 121, 125, and
                   135, as appropriate.  Aircraft and engine logbooks (or
                   other approved electronic data medium) must record
                   incorporation of all mandatory service bulletins and
                   airworthiness directives.  These records must be
                   available for inspection by AL aviation management and
                   safety personnel.

              (c)  Postmaintenance test flights and engine performance
                   checks will be performed at the operator's expense
                   following overhaul, repair, or exchange of engines,
                   propeller, rotor systems, gearbox/drive trains, or flight
                   control systems, including autopilots.  Performance test
                   results shall be entered in aircraft logbooks or
                   component records.

         (3)  Crew Members.

              (a)  The contractor shall assure that the flight crew members
                   for PIC duties will possess and can validate the
                   following MINIMUM flight experience:

                   1    Total Flight Time - 2,400 hours (including PIC, Dual
                        Instruction, Simulator, and valid Second-in-Command
                        (SIC).

                   2    Time in category of aircraft operated - 1,200 hours
                        PIC; 100 hours PIC previous 12 months.

                   3    Cross Country - 500 hours (shall not include aerial
                        patrols such as powerline/pipeline operations).

                   4    Night - 100 hours PIC, if night operations are
                        anticipated, PIC must have performed at least three
                        takeoffs and three landings at night in the same
                        category and class within the preceding 90 days.

                   5    Multiengine aircraft - 500 hours for airplanes (200
                        hours of PIC) and 250 hours for helicopters.

                   6    Category and Class/Make and Model.

                        a    Single engine, airplane, or helicopter - 25
                             hours.

                        b    Multiengine, airplane, or helicopter - 30
                             hours.

                        c    Turbojet/Fanjet Airplane - 40 hours.

                        d    Any aircraft exceeding 12,500 pounds Gross
                             Takeoff Weight - 100 hours.

                        e    100 hours as PIC in the last 12 months.

                        NOTE:  If PIC transitional training was not
                        completed at a FAA/factory-approved flight school,
                        minimum flight time in type for multiengine
                        airplanes or any helicopter is 50 hours.

                   7    Instrument/Simulator - An instrument rating is
                        required for ALL airplane operations.  Minimum
                        instrument flight time shall be 150 hours in
                        airplanes.  Helicopter operations are to be
                        conducted under VFRs daylight conditions only.

                   8    Helicopter Aerial Surveillance, Patrols, or
                        Inspections, or aerial research requiring flight
                        operations at 500 feet AGL or below shall require
                        500 hours of same or similar/equivalent experience.

              (b)  SIC.  The SIC for any chartered flight shall meet the
                   airmen certificate, medical certificate, and experience
                   specified in 14 CFR Parts 121 or 135, as appropriate.

              (c)  The flight crew shall be listed or amended on the
                   certificate holders operating specifications and be
                   certified for the type of operation intended.

    c.   Other Official Travel/Transportation.

         (1)  Multiengine, pressurized, turboprop/turbojet airplanes shall
              be used for such passenger operations.  The airplane,
              regardless of powerplant, must be able to climb with the
              critical engine inoperative at least 50 feet per minute when
              operating at the minimum enroute altitude of the route to be
              flown or 10,000 feet mean sea level, whichever is higher.
              Helicopters are not desirable for all-weather, day/night
              cross-country operations.

         (2)  The air taxi/commercial operator shall either own or have an
              exclusive lease agreement for the aircraft to be utilized for
              the mission.

         (3)  Aircraft chartered must be registered in the United States and
              maintain a Standard Certificate of Airworthiness for passenger
              or cargo service.

         (4)  The aircraft shall be certified and equipped for flight into
              known icing conditions, and shall be equipped with weather
              radar capable of contouring convective or thunderstorm
              activity.  All weather avoidance and anti-icing systems shall
              be fully operational for each flight, regardless of forecast
              weather conditions.

    d.   Helicopter Support Flights.

         (1)  Low-level operations are those in which the helicopter is
              operated within 500 feet of the ground and/or within 500 feet
              of a structure.  These operations are authorized when
              necessary to accomplish aerial inspections, surveillance,
              photography, and research in support of DOE and National
              Laboratory program/project requirements.

         (2)  Low-level operations shall be conducted only with the minimum
              personnel required to accomplish the mission.

         (3)  Low-level flights will be operated at an altitude and airspeed
              which will permit a successful autorotation in the event of a
              power loss.  In specific cases where
              Hovering-Out-of-Ground-Effect or slow flight at low altitudes
              is required for brief periods, the operator/PIC shall fully
              assess the terrain, obstacles, and helicopter performance
              capabilities.

         (4)  Prior to conducting low-level operations, the PIC shall
              conduct a high-level reconnaissance to verify hazards that
              have been identified on an aerial hazards/obstruction map
              which might be factors for the intended flight track and
              altitude.

         (5)  The operator is responsible for preflight briefing of
              passengers prior to loading and starting the engine.  In the
              case of multiple sorties where passengers may load and deplane
              while rotors are turning, the pilot will assure that all
              passengers are aware of safety hazards and procedures for
              moving around the helicopter.

    e.   Flight Operations.

         (1)  Air services contractors will be air carrier/commercial
              operators operating under Federal Aviation Regulations Parts
              121, 125, 127, 133, 135, or 137.  If the air services
              contractor must subcontract to another air carrier/commercial
              operator, the subcontractor must be under operational control
              of the principal contractor.  This is normally accomplished
              under a FAA-approved wet lease agreement for the duration of
              the project.

         (2)  Except for deviations required for low-level aerial surveys or
              R&D flights, flight operations will be conducted in accordance
              with FAA and/or the certificate holder's operations
              specifications.

         (3)  Flight plans are required for all flights other than local
              operations which originate and terminate at the same facility.
              In this case, a flight release, or equivalent, must be issued
              from the commercial operator, or assure that responsible AL or
              covered contractor personnel are aware of the planned area(s)
              of operation or route(s), and the number and names of persons
              on board.

              For flights other than local, flight plans will be filed with
              an appropriate FAA facility prior to takeoff by the PIC or the
              operator's Dispatch organization.  If this is not possible,
              flight plans will be filed in the air as soon as contact can
              be made with a FAA facility.

         (4)  Aviation operations performed under WFO contracts shall be
              identified by AL covered contractors.  Safety plans, including
              any required aviation safety reviews and documentation, shall
              be prepared in advance of the proposed operation for review
              and approval by AL TSD.  This review and approval includes
              flight operations by both commercial operators and military/
              national guard aviation organizations.

    f.   Selection of a Charter Operation.  The foregoing criteria shall be
         carefully followed in the selection of aircraft services for AL
         and covered contractors.

    g.   Inspection and Tests.  Operators under contract to DOE are subject
         to inspection by representatives of the Director, TSD, from time to
         time to assure compliance with the terms of the contract.

    h.   Compliance.  In order to be eligible for negotiation of a blanket
         purchase agreement with the DOE, bidders must provide information
         supporting their qualifications and ability to perform operations
         in accordance with this Supplemental Directive.  Applications are
         subject to review by the AL Air Transportation Manager.

14. MILITARY AND/OR GOVERNMENT (NON-DOE) AIRCRAFT AND AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS.

    These requirements apply to AL or covered contractors conducting
    aviation operations involving military or government aircraft.

    a.   Military and/or government aircraft owned or operated by AL or
         covered contractors shall be maintained and inspected in accordance
         with recommended military and/or government requirements and
         schedules if comparable to AL standards.

    b.   Military and/or government aircraft operated by non-DOE entities
         shall be subject to review and validation that operations,
         maintenance, inspection, and alterations are in accordance with the
         intent of this Supplemental Directive.

    c.   HQ Office of Defense Programs shall review and approve any proposal
         for operation by a covered contractor for a surplus or bailment
         aircraft of the Armed Forces for which a type certificate has not
         been issued.

15. HAZARDOUS CARGO AIR TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS.

    a.   Hazardous materials shall be transported by air in accordance with
         the applicable requirements of 49 CFR Subchapter C, Parts 100
         through 180, or to the International Civil Aviation Organization
         technical instructions.

    b.   AL aircraft operating under exemptions to 49 CFR Subchapter C may
         be used to carry mission-essential personnel only.  The Heads of
         Field Offices or their designees shall determine which personnel
         are considered mission-essential.

    c.   Special safety requirements necessary to comply with standards and
         requirements for air shipments of hazardous material shall be
         included in the required flight operations manuals.

16. DOE AIRPORTS AND HELIPORTS.

    This paragraph applies to the LAAO and covered contractors conducting
    airport and aviation operations at the Los Alamos Airport (LAM).

    a.   Current facility/operational manuals and emergency preparedness/
         procedures manuals (approved as appropriate by the FAA, Airports
         Regional Office) shall be maintained by responsible organizations,
         covered contractors, and/or subcontractors governing the management
         and use of LAM.

    b.   FAA ACs (150 series) and 14 CFR 139 shall be used as guides for the
         planning and operation of the LAM.

    c.   Use of the LAM and its facilities and services  for private,
         corporate, commercial, and military aircraft shall be reviewed by
         LAAO and AL SPD to assure such operations do not compromise the
         safety of persons and facilities, environment, or the intent of
         this Supplemental Directive.  Periodic technical safety appraisals
         shall be performed by AL SPD to assure conformity to applicable
         standards and requirements and safe operating concepts and
         procedures.

17. AVIATION SAFETY REVIEW AND DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS.

    This paragraph is to be applied to AL and covered contractors conducting
    aviation and airport operations.

    a.   AL or covered contractors shall use HQ Office of Environment,
         Safety and Health (EH)-approved guidance for aviation safety
         documentation in lieu of compliance with DOE 5481.1B.

    b.   EH-approved guidance for aviation safety documentation must include
         the following:

         (1)  Description of the aviation mission to be performed.

         (2)  Analysis of the hazards associated with the mission.

         (3)  Description of the precautions and actions taken to mitigate
              the hazards.

         (4)  Description and reasons for any deviations from the Federal
              Aviation Regulations and this Supplemental Directive.

         (5)  Signed safety documentation validating that the responsible
              official from AL or the covered contractor (including air
              operations performed under RWFO sub-contract) is cognizant of
              and accepts all risks involved in such operations.

    c.   Operations having hazards of a type and magnitude routinely
         encountered and accepted by the public do not require any
         additional safety documentation; however, the responsible official
         shall notify AL TSD of all operations through the required safety
         plan.  Any nonroutine operation or one that deviates from Federal
         Aviation Regulation standards and regulations will be reported by
         AL to EH.

18. EXEMPTIONS.

    These requirements apply to AL organizations and covered contractors
    conducting DOE aviation operations.

    a.   AL organizations and covered contractors, via the respective Area
         Office, that are requesting exemption from this Supplemental
         Directive shall address the following areas of concern in their
         request:

         (1)  A detailed description of the proposal, including appropriate
              plans, procedures, tests, results, previous exemptions, or
              approvals, as applicable.

         (2)  A list of modified specifications or procedures, if any, and
              a detailed description of the modifications with any
              supporting information.

         (3)  A description of the increased risks that are likely to result
              if the exemption is granted (the request shall specify the
              control measures considered necessary or appropriate to
              compensate for those increased risks).

         (4)  A description of the proposed duration or the proposed
              schedule of events for which the exemption is sought.

         (5)  A statement about why the proposal, including any safety
              control measures that are specified, will achieve a level of
              safety that is at least equal to that specified in the
              regulation from which an exemption is sought.

         (6)  Any additional information relevant to the applicant's
              request.

    b.   Exemptions shall be approved and terminated by the Manager, AL,
         through agreement with the Director, TSD and SPD.

    c.   Interim exemptions may be granted only under programmatic urgencies
         or emergencies as defined in DOE 5480.13A.

19. ACCOUNTING FOR AIRCRAFT COSTS.

    a.   Accounting for AL aircraft costs shall be in compliance with OMB
         Circular A-126.

    b.   AL's aviation program shall be in full compliance with the internal
         control requirements of OMB Circular A-123 and shall be included in
         AL's Management Control Plan in accordance with that circular.  Any
         material weaknesses shall be reported in the Manager's annual
         internal control report to the Secretary of Energy.

    c.   OMB Circular A-126 periodic reviews, OMB Circular A-76 comparisons,
         and AL's own management policies shall be utilized to ensure that
         the use of AL aircraft for mission requirements and other official
         travel use is cost-effective and appropriate.

20. MISSION FLIGHT REQUIREMENTS.

    a.   Mission flight requirements are activities which must be
         accomplished in order to carry out AL's statutory responsibilities.
         Mission requirements do not include official travel for site
         inspection or to attend conferences or meetings.

    b.   Examples of AL mission requirements include, but are not limited
         to:

         (1)  TSD Limited Life Component/Joint Test Assemblies cargo
              flights.

         (2)  Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) Tonopah Test Range support
              flights.

         (3)  SNL research flights.

         (4)  Training/maintenance flights for flight crews.

         (5)  Albuquerque-Los Alamos scheduled passenger/cargo operations.

         (6)  Scheduled freight service, as defined in AL 1500.2, to
              transport hazardous and classified materials.

    c.   The use of AL aircraft to satisfy mission requirements is
         authorized and formal justification of individual mission
         requirement flights is not required.

    d.   Any travel by Senior Executive Branch persons on mission flights
         must be reported in accordance with OMB Bulletin 93-11.  Records
         must be maintained for later audit and verification on the purpose
         of each flight.

21. OTHER OFFICIAL TRAVEL/TRANSPORTATION.

    a.   AL aircraft shall be used to transport agency employees,
         government-authorized cargo, other official government passengers,
         personnel of covered contractors, and others whose travel is
         authorized by statute, AL directive, or in writing by the AL Air
         Transportation Manager.  Each justification for use of an AL
         aircraft to transport passengers and/or cargo must be documented on
         AL Form 1500.5 (Rev. 4-93), "Flight Request."  Utilization must be
         documented as to one of the following criteria:

         (1)  The aircraft was scheduled to perform a bona fide mission or
              training activity, and the minimum mission or training
              requirements have not been exceeded, or the incremental
              variable cost of extending the mission flight beyond the
              minimum requirements does not exceed the cost of commercial
              airline or aircraft service for the entire passenger/cargo
              trip.

         (2)  Failure to use the aircraft to carry passengers and/or cargo
              would result in failure to meet the mission or training
              requirements.

         (3)  No commercial airline or aircraft service was reasonably
              available within a 24-hour period to effectively fulfill the
              transportation requirement.

         (4)  The variable cost of using government aircraft is not more
              than the cost of using commercial airline or aircraft
              services.  The cost of using commercial airline or aircraft
              service includes the costs of any additional travel/per diem,
              surface travel expense, and lost employees' work time
              (computed at gross hourly costs to the government, including
              benefits).

    b.   Any travel by Senior Executive Branch persons on other official
         travel flights must be reported in accordance with OMB Bulletin
         93-11.  Records must be maintained for later audit and verification
         on the purpose of each flight.

    c.   The following categories of other official travel/transportation
         use flights are authorized, and do not require individual
         approvals:

         (1)  Special air freight flights.

         (2)  Emergency flight operations in support of U.S. Forest Service.

    d.   All other flights will be scheduled, reviewed, and approved as per
         AL 1500.2 and this Supplemental Directive.

22. COST COMPARISON.

    In determining if the variable cost of using the AL aircraft is less
    than the cost of commercial airline or aircraft services, the AL
    variable cost will be compared to:

    a.   Commercial Airline Cost Comparison.

         (1)  Coach fares, Y Class, as published in the current Official
              Airline Guide fare book or as furnished by Scheduled Airline
              Ticket Office or Los Alamos National Laboratory (FIN 8) shall
              be used if a government contract fare (federal employees only)
              is not available.

         (2)  The requesting organization shall provide TSD with passengers,
              travel authorization numbers, travel itineraries, and written
              approval by a Division Director/Area Office Manager or higher.
              Authorization must be at a level senior to the highest ranking
              passenger.

         (3)  The entire flight itinerary will be evaluated and the variable
              cost of the flight will be compared to the common carrier
              before the flight schedule is authorized.

    b.   Aircraft Services Cost Comparison.

         Comparisons made will be between AL aircraft and the same make and
         model of aircraft provided by an air taxi/commercial operator under
         14 CFR Part 135 or Part 121.  The variable rate will be compared to
         either:

         (1)  The General Services Administration or Office of Aircraft
              Services vendor rate schedule for like aircraft.  Standby
              time, per diem, Remain Overnight (RON) fees, other published
              charges relevant to the flight, and federal excise tax are to
              be included.

         (2)  Charter cost quoted by commercial operators  shall include a
              breakdown of basic hourly or per mile rate, hours or miles to
              be operated, standby costs/rates, multiple landing charges,
              RON charges, crew per diem, federal excise tax, and any other
              appropriate charges.  The cost shall be for like type aircraft
              from reputable commercial operators in the AL service area
              that have satisfactory safety records and operating histories
              as validated by TSD.

         (3)  If like type aircraft comparisons are not available, a
              comparison will be conducted for equivalent aircraft with
              similar seating capacity and performance capabilities as in
              Section 22.b.1. or 2. of this Supplemental Directive.

23. ACQUISITION, RETENTION, AND DISPOSITION OF AIRCRAFT.

    a.   The AL shall own or operate the minimum fleet of aircraft which
         will satisfy its program requirements.

    b.   The AL will comply with OMB Circular A-76, A-126, DOE Property
         Management Regulation Bulletin G-1, and applicable AL procurement
         regulations and budgetary procedures before purchasing, leasing,
         renting, chartering, or disposing of aircraft.

    c.   The AL will periodically review the continuing need for all of its
         aircraft and the cost-effectiveness of its aircraft operations in
         accordance with OMB Circular A-76.  The AL will submit a copy of
         each review to EH-33, HQ, and DOE.  The AL will report excess and
         release all aircraft that are not fully justified by these reviews.

    d.   On an annual fiscal year basis, the AL Air Transportation Manager
         shall review the number, size, type, cost-effectiveness, and
         continuing need for each category and class of aircraft.  Any
         aircraft other than specialized/research aircraft that has not
         flown 300 hours during the fiscal year shall be considered for
         reassignment or release.

24. REPLACEMENT OF AIRCRAFT.

    The AL Air Transportation Manager will determine the optimum replacement
    interval for each aircraft type.  The AL will replace aircraft during
    the optimum replacement interval for the aircraft type.  Factors to be
    considered in determining optimum replacement time are safety,
    programmatic, and mission requirements; technological improvements;
    airframe overhaul; component time life; approved aging aircraft program;
    and cost of operation.  A forecast of replacements shall be included in
    the annual report.



                                        Bruce G. Twining
                                        Manager



                                   ANNEX 1

                                 SAFETY PLAN

1.  Name, address, and phone number of organization requesting charter
    operation.

2.  Name, title, address, and phone number of person representing requesting
    organization.

3.  Purpose and brief description of requested charter operation.  This
    shall include flight hours and/or route miles of aircraft operation for
    the contract.  Is this a WFO project?

4.  AL covered contractor authority testifying to programmatic need and to
    completion of safety assessment of requested charter operation in
    accordance with DOE Order 5481.1A, SAFETY ANALYSIS AND REVIEW SYSTEM.

5.  Charter operator's name, address, phone number, and FAA air carrier/
    commercial operator certificate number.

6.  Type of aircraft by manufacture, model/type, and year of manufacture.

7.  Aircraft registration number.

8.  Copy of airman's most recent proficiency/qualification check for
    required crew members to be used on this charter, FAA Form 8410-1, or
    equivalent.

9.  AL 5480.13A, Section 13., requirements:

    a.   Is charter aircraft owned or leased?  If leased, provide lessor's
         name and address.

    b.   Are pilots full-time employees of the operator?  Provide airman's
         certificate number and date of most recent medical certificate.

    c.   Have pilots logged the prescribed flight time in the aircraft?

    d.   Are charter operators and pilots fully certified for the type of
         aircraft to be flown?

    e.   Does charter operator have operational control over any associated
         subcontract flight operations for the project?  Does the air
         services contractor have control over the aircraft maintenance
         program?  Are these controls defined in a wet lease or interchange
         agreement?

    f.   Is aircraft fully equipped for instrument (all-weather) flight?

    g.   Are pilots and copilots certified for instrument flight?

    h.   Does charter operator have a suitable flight and ground crew
         training program for the safe handling of the types of materials
         and cargo to be transported?

    i.   Does charter operator have the ability to secure any necessary
         exemption permits from the FAA?

    j.   Has the pilot ever been grounded for disciplinary reasons or been
         subject to FAA enforcement actions?

    k.   Can the pilot and commercial operator evidence experience in this
         type of mission?

    l.   Identify the person who confirmed the answers to the above
         questions.

         _____________       ___________________      ________________
         Name                Title                    Telephone Number

10. Narrative description of aviation operation other than cross-country/
    point-to-point flight including the following:

    a.   Definition of flight paths.

    b.   Number and direction of passes.

    c.   Dates, times, and direction of flights.

    d.   Communication links and frequencies.

    e.   Minimum altitudes and clearances over structures.

    f.   Preflight pilot and copilot ground, map, and area reviews related
         to charter operation.

    g.   Security requirement coordination.

    h.   Emergency landing considerations and planning.

    i.   Are external loads or aerial applications to be performed?

11. Listing of crew or passengers aboard the aircraft and functions
    performed requiring their presence.

12. Description of contacts with appropriate divisions, operations, or
    political entities for coordination with any other tests or operational
    activities that could impact this planned aviation operation.

13. Description of planning with local airport, flight control authorities,
    and security agencies.

14. Description of any local Notice to Airmen temporary flight restrictions.

15. Description of minimum weather requirements, if different from basic VFR
    conditions.

16. Description of documents, checklists, restrictions, criteria, or other
    guidance provided to charter operator by AL covered prime contractor.

<<EOD>>