Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2020C00611:reg:2:p13
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2020C00611
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 2 (pt 13/15)
Character Range: 87842–90531

1 Subject to clauses 3 and 4, an EC device must meet the technical specifications in UK CAP 1391.

      2 An EC device must use a Class B TABS position source that complies with the performance standards specified in (E)TSO-C199, as in force from time to time.

      3 An EC device must:
(a) be capable of transmitting a SIL value of 1, in accordance with the standards in UK CAP 1391 for an EC device that uses a Class B TABS position source; and
(b) transmit that SIL value of 1.

      4 Despite the standards in UK CAP 1391, an EC device must:
(a) meet the requirements described in paragraph 2.2.3.2.7.2.4.6 of RTCA/DO‑260B for transmitting an SDA of 1; and
(b) transmit an SDA value of 1.

      5 An EC device must use a barometric encoder for altitude information.

      6 An EC device must be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

      7 An EC device, when mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, must not:
(a) interfere with aircraft controls; or
(b) otherwise affect the safe operation of the aircraft.

      8 The following administrative standards for an EC device must be complied with:
Note   See Subparagraph 9B.3 (b).
(a) an EC device must have a statement of compliance (however described) from the EC device manufacturer certifying that the device meets the requirements mentioned in clauses 1 to 5 (a declaration of capability and conformance to the requirements in clauses 1 to 5 or a declaration);
(b) the pilot in command of an aircraft that uses an EC device must carry the declaration, or a copy of it, on board the aircraft;
(c) an EC device model must not be operated in a transmit mode anywhere in Australia unless it is listed on the CASA website as an EC device model for which the manufacturer has made a valid declaration;
(d) the manufacturer of an EC model may apply in writing to CASA:
           (i) for a statement that CASA considers that the manufacturer has made a valid declaration of capability and conformance to clauses 1 to 5 of Part B of Appendix XIV of Civil Aviation Order 20.18; and
           (ii) for inclusion of the EC device model on the CASA website.
(e) CASA may remove an EC device model from the CASA website if:
           (i) the manufacturer requests its removal in writing; or
           (ii) if CASA is satisfied that removal is required in the interests of aviation safety.
Notes to Civil Aviation Order 20.18 (Aircraft equipment — basic operational requirements) Instrument 2014
The Civil Aviation Order (in force under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1988) as shown in this compilation comprises Civil Aviation Order 20.18 (Aircraft equipment — basic operational requirements)