Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2021C01280:reg:5:p16
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2021C01280
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 5 (pt 16/26)
Character Range: 45872–48686

digital technology (solid state based), every 24 calendar months.

10 Emergency exits

Application
       10.1 This clause applies to an aircraft which has an emergency exit, except when the emergency exit:
(a) is a service door; or
(b) is a normal means of entering or exiting the aircraft; or
(c) would be destroyed when operated, for example, a window that is to be smashed open, or a fabric panel that is to be ripped aside.

Testing
       10.2 With the aircraft in its normal operating configuration, including all trim and interior fittings installed, the emergency exit must be operated, and operable, in accordance with the placarded instructions.
       10.3 If the emergency exit's operating mechanism is protected by a breakable cover, the cover may be removed before testing the exit.
       10.4 In spite of any other provision in this clause, an emergency exit must be tested when role equipment or interior configuration is changed in a way that may inhibit operation of the exit.

11 Life rafts, life jackets and inflatable flotation devices

Application
       11.1 This clause applies to each life raft, life jacket and inflatable flotation device that, for the purpose of complying with civil aviation legislation, is:
(a) installed or carried on an aircraft; or
(b) to be installed or carried on an aircraft.

Testing
       11.2 The life raft, life jacket or inflatable flotation device must be inspected and tested in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements.

Intervals
       11.3 Commencing from the date of manufacture, the life raft, life jacket or inflatable flotation device must be inspected and tested:
(a) at the periodicity specified by the manufacturer; or
(b) if the approved SOM or maintenance schedule specifies a lesser period — at that lesser period; or
(c) if a period is not specified by the manufacturer and not provided within the approved SOM or maintenance schedule — after 2 years, and then at intervals not exceeding 12 months.

12 Towing release systems

 Application
       12.1This clause applies to an aircraft fitted with a towing release system that is not covered by a manufacturer's maintenance program.
Note   A towing release system to which this clause applies may be supplied by the manufacturer of the aircraft, or a towing release system manufacturer.

 Testing
       12.2Before commencement of the first flight on a day during which the aircraft is engaged in towing operations, the pilot in command or a holder of an aircraft maintenance engineer licence for the aircraft must:
(a) ensure that the cockpit control for the towing release system has full and free movement; and
(b) check that the release mechanism is clean; and
(c) check for visible signs of damage or wear of the release mechanism; and
(d) perform a functional check; and
(e)