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Annex III is amended as follows: (a) point ORO.FC.100 is amended as follows: (i) the following point (f) is inserted: ‘(f) Specific requirements for helicopter operations If the helicopter is operated with a crew of two pilots, each pilot shall either: (1) hold a certificate of satisfactory completion of a multi-crew cooperation (MCC) course in helicopters in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011; or (2) have at least 500 hours of flight time as a pilot in multi-pilot operations.’; (ii) point (d) is replaced by the following: ‘(d) The flight crew member may be relieved in flight of his or her duties at the controls by another suitably qualified flight crew member.’; (b) point ORO.FC.105 is replaced by the following: ‘ORO.FC.105 Designation as pilot-in-command/commander (a) In accordance with point 8.6 of Annex V to Regulation (EU) 2018/1139, one pilot amongst the flight crew, qualified as pilot-in-command in accordance with Annex I (Part-FCL) to Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011, shall be designated by the operator as pilot-in-command or, for commercial air transport operations, as commander. (b) The operator shall only designate a flight crew member to act as pilot-in-command/commander if all of the following apply: (1) the flight crew member has the minimum level of experience specified in the operations manual; (2) the flight crew member has adequate knowledge of the route or area to be flown and of the aerodromes, including alternate aerodromes, facilities and procedures to be used; (3) in the case of multi-crew operations, the flight crew member has completed an operator’s command course if upgrading from co-pilot to pilot-in-command/commander. (c) In the case of commercial operations of aeroplanes and helicopters, the pilot-in-command/commander or the pilot to whom the conduct of the flight may be delegated shall have had initial familiarisation training on the route or area to be flown and on the aerodromes, facilities and procedures to be used and shall maintain this knowledge as follows: (1) The validity of the aerodrome knowledge shall be maintained by operating at least once on the aerodrome within a 12 calendar months’ period. (2) The route or area knowledge shall be maintained by operating at least once to the route or area within a 36 months’ period. In addition, refresher training is required regarding route or area knowledge if not operating on a route or area for 12 months within the 36-month period. (d) Notwithstanding point (c), in the case of operations under VFR by day with performance class B and C aeroplanes and helicopters, familiarisation training on the route and aerodromes may be replaced by area familiarisation training.’; (c) point ORO.FC.125 is replaced by the following: ‘ORO.FC.125 Differences training, familiarisation, equipment and procedure training (a) Flight crew members shall complete differences training or familiarisation when required by Annex I (Part-FCL) to Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011. (b) Flight crew members shall complete equipment and procedure training when changing equipment or changing procedures requiring additional knowledge on types or variants currently operated. (c) The operations manual shall specify when such differences training or familiarisation or equipment and procedure training is required.’; (d) in point ORO.FC.130, point (a) is replaced by the following: ‘(a) Each flight crew member shall complete annual recurrent flight and ground training relevant to the type or variant, and associated equipment of aircraft on which he or she operates, including training on the location and use of all emergency and safety equipment carried on board the aircraft.’; (e) point ORO.FC.140 is replaced by the following: ‘ORO.FC.140 Operation on more than one type or variant (a) Flight crew members that operate more than one type or variant of aircraft shall comply with the requirements prescribed in this Subpart for each type or variant, unless credits related to the training, checking, and recent experience requirements are defined in the mandatory part of the operational suitability data established in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 for the relevant types or variants. (b) The operator may define groups of single-engined helicopter types. An operator proficiency check on one type shall be valid for all the other types within the group if both of the following conditions are met: (1) the group either includes only single-engined turbine helicopters operated under VFR or it includes only single-engined piston helicopters operated under VFR; (2) for CAT operations, at least two operator proficiency checks per type shall be conducted within a 3-year cycle. (c) For specialised operations, elements of the aircraft/FSTD training and operator proficiency check that cover the relevant aspects associated with the specialised task and are not related to the type or group of types may be credited towards the other groups or types, based on a risk assessment performed by the operator. (d) For operations on more than one helicopter type or variant that are used for conducting sufficiently similar operations, if line checks rotate between types or variants, each line check shall revalidate the line check for the other helicopter types or variants. (e) Appropriate procedures and any operational restrictions shall be specified in the operations manual for any operation on more than one type or variant.’; (f) point ORO.FC.145 is amended as follows: (i) points (c) and (d) are replaced by the following: ‘(c) In the case of CAT operations, training and checking programmes, including syllabi and the use of the means to deliver the programme such as individual flight simulation training devices (FSTDs) and other training solutions, shall be approved by the competent authority. (d) The FSTD used to meet the requirements of this Subpart shall be qualified in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 and it shall replicate the aircraft used by the operator, as far as practicable. Differences between the FSTD and the aircraft shall be described and addressed through a briefing or training, as appropriate.’; (ii) the following points (f) and (g) are added: ‘(f) The operator shall monitor the validity of each recurrent training and checking. (g) The validity periods required in this Subpart shall be counted from the end of the month in which the recency, training or check was completed.’; (g) point ORO.FC.146 is amended as follows: (i) point (b) is replaced by the following: ‘(b) In the case of flight and flight simulation training, checking and assessment, the personnel that provide the training and conduct the checking or assessment shall be qualified in accordance with Annex I (Part-FCL) to Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011. Additionally, the personnel providing training and conducting checking towards specialised operations shall be suitably qualified for the relevant operation.’; (ii) point (d) is replaced by the following: ‘(d) Notwithstanding point (b), the line evaluation of competence may be conducted by a suitably qualified commander nominated by the operator that is standardised in EBT concepts and the assessment of competencies (line evaluator).’; (iii) the following points (e), (f), (g) and (h) are added: ‘(e) Notwithstanding point (b), the aircraft/FSTD training and the operator proficiency check may be conducted by a suitably qualified commander holding a FI/TRI/SFI certificate and nominated by the operator for any of the following operations: (1) CAT operations of helicopters meeting the criteria defined in point ORO.FC.005(b)(2); (2) CAT operations of other than complex motor-powered helicopters by day and over routes navigated by reference to visual landmarks; (3) CAT operations of performance class B aeroplanes that do not meet the criteria defined in point ORO.FC.005(b)(1). (f) Notwithstanding point (b), the aircraft/FSTD training and the demonstration of competence/operator proficiency check may be conducted by a suitably qualified pilot-in-command/commander nominated by the operator for any of the following operations: (1) specialised operations; (2) CAT operations of aeroplanes meeting the criteria defined in point ORO.FC.005(b)(2). (g) Notwithstanding point (b), the line check may be conducted by a suitably qualified commander nominated by the operator. (h) The operator shall inform the competent authority about the persons nominated under points (e) to (g).’; (h) in point ORO.FC.200, point (d) is replaced by the following: ‘(d) Specific requirements for helicopter operations For all operations of helicopters with an MOPSC of more than 19 and for operations under IFR of helicopters with an MOPSC of more than 9, the minimum flight crew shall be two pilots.’; (i) point ORO.FC.202 is amended as follows: (i) the introductory wording is replaced by the following: ‘In order to be able to fly under IFR or at night with a minimum flight crew of one pilot, the following shall be complied with:’; (ii) point (b) is replaced by the following: ‘(b) INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK’; (j) point ORO.FC.220 is amended as follows: (i) point (b) is replaced by the following: ‘(b) Once an operator conversion course has been commenced, the flight crew member shall not be assigned to flying duties on another type or class of aircraft until the course is completed or terminated. Crew members operating only performance class B aeroplanes may be assigned to flights on other types of performance class B aeroplanes during conversion courses to the extent necessary to maintain the operation. Crew members may be assigned to flights on single-engined helicopters during an operator conversion course on a single-engined helicopter, provided that the training is unaffected.’; (ii) the following point (f) is added: ‘(f) If operational circumstances, such as applying for a new AOC or adding a new aircraft type or class to the fleet, do not allow the operator to comply with the requirements in (d), the operator may develop a specific conversion course, to be used temporarily for a limited number of pilots.’; (k) point ORO.FC.230 is replaced by the following: ‘ORO.FC.230 Recurrent training and checking (a) Each flight crew member shall complete recurrent training and checking relevant to the type or variant, and associated equipment of aircraft on which they operate. (b) Operator proficiency check (1) Each flight crew member shall complete operator proficiency checks as part of the normal crew complement. (2) When the flight crew member will be required to operate under IFR, the operator proficiency check shall be conducted without external visual reference, as appropriate. (3) The validity period of the operator proficiency check shall be 6 calendar months. For operations under VFR by day of performance class B aeroplanes that are conducted during seasons not longer than 8 consecutive months, one operator proficiency check shall be sufficient. The proficiency check shall be undertaken before commencing CAT operations. (c) Line check Each flight crew member shall complete a line check on the aircraft. The validity period of the line check shall be 12 calendar months. (d) Emergency and safety equipment training and checking Each flight crew member shall complete recurrent training and checking on the location and use of all emergency and safety equipment carried on board the aircraft. The validity period of an emergency and safety equipment training and checking shall be 12 calendar months. (e) CRM training (1) Elements of CRM shall be integrated into all appropriate phases of the recurrent training. (2) Each flight crew member shall undergo specific modular CRM training. All major topics of CRM training shall be covered by distributing modular training sessions as evenly as possible over each 3-year period. (f) Each flight crew member shall undergo ground training and flight training in an FSTD or an aircraft, or a combination of FSTD and aircraft training, at least every 12 calendar months.’; (l) point ORO.FC.235 is replaced by the following: ‘ORO.FC.235 Pilot qualification to operate in either pilot’s seat — aeroplanes (a) Commanders of aeroplanes whose duties require them to operate in either pilot’s seat and carry out the duties of a co-pilot, or commanders required to conduct training or checking duties shall complete additional training and checking to ensure that they are proficient in conducting the relevant normal, abnormal and emergency procedures from either seat. Such training and checking shall be specified in the operations manual. The checking may be conducted together with the operator proficiency check prescribed in ORO.FC.230(b) or in the EBT programme prescribed in ORO.FC.231. (b) The additional training and checking shall include at least the following: (1) an engine failure during take-off; (2) a one-engine-inoperative approach and go-around; and (3) a one-engine-inoperative landing. (c) The validity period shall be 12 calendar months. For operators with an approved EBT programme, the validity is determined by the assessment and training topics in accordance with ORO.FC.232. (d) When operating in the co-pilot’s seat, the checks required by ORO.FC.230 or the assessment and training required by ORO.FC.231 for operating in the commander’s seat shall, in addition, be valid and current. (e) The pilot relieving the commander shall have demonstrated, concurrent with the operator proficiency checks prescribed in ORO.FC.230(b) or the assessment and training required by ORO.FC.231, practice of drills and procedures that would not normally be his or her responsibility. Where the differences between left- and right-hand seats are not significant, practice may be conducted in either seat. (f) The pilot, other than the commander, occupying the commander’s seat shall demonstrate practice of drills and procedures, concurrent with the operator proficiency checks prescribed in ORO.FC.230(b) or the assessment and training required by ORO.FC.231, which are the commander’s responsibility acting as pilot monitoring. Where the differences between left- and right-hand seats are not significant, practice may be conducted in either seat.’; (m) the following point ORO.FC.236 is inserted: ‘ORO.FC.236 Pilot qualification to operate in either pilot’s seat — helicopters (a) Helicopter pilots whose duties require them to operate in either pilot’s seat shall complete additional training and checking to ensure that they are proficient in conducting the relevant normal, abnormal and emergency procedures from either seat. The validity period of this qualification shall be 12 calendar months. (b) Current FIs or TRIs on the relevant type are considered to fulfil the requirement of point (a) if they have had a FI or TRI activity in the last 6 months on that type and on the helicopter.’; (n) point ORO.FC.240 is amended as follows: (i) point (b) is replaced by the following: ‘(b) INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK’; (ii) point (c) is replaced by the following: ‘(c) Point (a) shall not apply to operations of performance class B aeroplanes if they are limited to single-pilot classes of reciprocating engine aeroplanes under VFR by day.’; (o) point ORO.FC.A.245 is amended as follows: (i) point (a) is replaced by the following: ‘(a) The aeroplane operator having appropriate experience may substitute one or more of the following training and checking requirements for flight crew by an alternative training and qualification programme (ATQP), approved by the competent authority: (1) set out in point SPA.LVO.120 on flight crew training and qualifications; (2) set out in point ORO.FC.220 on conversion training and checking; (3) set out in point ORO.FC.125 on differences training, familiarisation, equipment and procedure training; (4) set out in point ORO.FC.205 on command course; (5) set out in point ORO.FC.230 on recurrent training and checking; and (6) set out in point ORO.FC.240 on operation on more than one type or variant.’; (ii) points (d) and (e) are replaced by the following: ‘(d) In addition to the checks required by points ORO.FC.230 and FCL.060 of Annex I (Part-FCL) to Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011, each flight crew member shall complete a line oriented evaluation (LOE) conducted in an FSTD. The validity period of an LOE shall be 12 calendar months. The LOE is completed when both of the following conditions are met: (1) the syllabus of the LOE is completed; and (2) the flight crew member has demonstrated an acceptable level of performance. (e) After 2 years of operating with an approved ATQP, the operator may, with the approval of the competent authority, extend the validity periods of the checks referred to in point ORO.FC.230 as follows: (1) Operator proficiency check to 12 calendar months. (2) Line check to 24 calendar months. (3) Emergency and safety equipment checking to 24 calendar months.’; (iii) the following points (f) and (g) are added: ‘(f) Each flight crew member shall undergo specific modular CRM training. All major topics of CRM training shall be covered by distributing modular training sessions as evenly as possible over each 3-year period. (g) The ATQP programme shall include 48 hours on an FSTD for each flight crew member, distributed evenly over a 3-year programme. The operator may reduce the number of FSTD hours, but no lower than 36 hours, provided that it demonstrates that the level of safety that is achieved is equivalent to that of the programme the ATQP may substitute in accordance with point (a).’; (p) in point ORO.FC.H.250, point (a)(1) is replaced by the following: ‘(a) Holders of a CPL(H) (helicopter) shall only act as commanders in CAT operations on a single-pilot helicopter if: (1) when operating under IFR, they have a minimum of 700 hours total flight time on helicopters, including 300 hours as pilot-in-command. The total flight time on helicopters shall include 100 hours under IFR. Up to 50 hours instrument time performed on an FFS(H) level B or FTD level 3 qualification or higher qualified for instrument training, may be credited towards the 100 hours. The 300 hours as pilot-in-command may be substituted by hours operating as co-pilot within an established multi-pilot crew system prescribed in the operations manual on the basis of 2 hours of flight time as co-pilot for 1 hour flight time as pilot-in command;’; (q) the following points ORO.FC.320 and ORO.FC.325 are added before point ORO.FC.330: ‘ORO.FC.320 Operator conversion training and checking The operator conversion course shall include an operator proficiency check. ORO.FC.325 Equipment and procedure training and checking If a flight crew member undergoes equipment and procedure training that requires training on a suitable FSTD or the aircraft, with regard to standard operating procedures related to a specialised operation, the flight crew member shall undergo an operator proficiency check.’; (r) point ORO.FC.330 is replaced by the following: ‘ORO.FC.330 Recurrent training and checking — operator proficiency check (a) Each flight crew member shall complete recurrent training and operator proficiency checks. In the case of specialised operations, the recurrent training and checking shall cover the relevant aspects associated with the specialised tasks described in the operations manual. (b) Appropriate consideration shall be given when operations are undertaken under IFR or at night. (c) The validity period of the operator proficiency check shall be 12 calendar months.’; (s) Appendix I is replaced by the following: ‘Appendix I DECLARATION in accordance with Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 on air operations Operator Name: Place in which the operator has its principal place of business or, if the operator has no principal place of business, place in which the operator is established or residing and place from which the operations are directed: Name and contact details of the accountable manager: Aircraft operation Starting date of operation and applicability date of the change: Information on aircraft, operation and continuing airworthiness management organisation (25): Type(s) of aircraft, registration(s) and main base: Aircraft MSN (26) Aircraft type Aircraft registration (27) Main base Type(s) of operation (28) Organisation responsible for the continuing airworthiness management (29) The operator shall obtain a prior approval (30) or specific approval (31) for certain operations before conducting such operations. Where applicable, details of approvals held. Attach the list of specific approvals. Include: — specific approvals granted by a third country, if applicable; — name of operations conducted with operational credits (e.g. EFVS 200, SA CAT I, etc.). Where applicable, details of specialised operations authorisation held (attach authorisation(s), if applicable). Where applicable, list of alternative means of compliance (AltMoC) with references to the associated AMC they replace (attach AltMoC). Statements ☐ The operator complies, and continues to comply, with the essential requirements set out in Annex V to Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 of the European Parliament and of the Council and with the requirements of Regulation (EU) No 965/2012. ☐ The management system documentation, including the operations manual, shall comply with the requirements of Annex III (Part-ORO), Annex V (Part-SPA), Annex VI (Part-NCC) or Annex VIII (Part-SPO) to Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 and all flights shall be made in accordance with the provisions of the operations manual as required by point ORO.GEN.110(b) of Part-ORO. ☐ All operated aircraft shall hold: — a valid certificate of airworthiness in accordance with Commission Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 or, for aircraft registered in a third country, in accordance with ICAO Annex 8; and — when used for SPO activities, a valid lease agreement as per ORO.SPO.100. ☐ All flight crew members shall hold a licence in accordance with Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 as required by point ORO.FC.100(c) of Part-ORO, and cabin crew members shall, where applicable, be trained in accordance with Subpart CC of Part-ORO. ☐ (If applicable) The operator shall implement and demonstrate conformity to a recognised industry standard. Reference of the standard: Certification body: Date of the last conformity audit: ☐ The operator shall notify to the competent authority any changes in circumstances affecting its compliance with the essential requirements set out in Annex V to Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 and with the requirements of Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 as declared to the competent authority through this declaration, and any changes to the information and lists of AltMoC included in and annexed to this declaration, as required by point ORO.GEN.120(a) of Part-ORO. ☐ The operator shall confirm that the information disclosed in this declaration is correct. Date, name, and signature of the accountable manager