1. Operator Letter Requesting RVSM Authority Exhibit A 2. Letter of Authorization (LOA) Paragraph 12g(3); FAAO 8900.1, Chapter 10 Exhibit B 3. Aircraft RVSM-compliance (RVSM Airworthiness) Documents: Paragraph 12b(1) 1. For in-service aircraft: As applicable: Service Bulletin (SB); Supplemental Type Certificate (STC); Aircraft Service Change (ASC); or Service Letter (SL) Paragraph 12d(1)(a) 1. Exhibit C (As applicable: SB, STC, SL or ASC and AFM Supplement) 2. For aircraft manufactured AFM and/or Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) Paragraph 12d(1)(b) 2. Exhibit C: AFM and/or TCDS 4. For in-service aircraft: maintenance records documenting completion of required inspections and/or modifications (e.g. FAA Form 337, Manufacturer’s Compliance Letter, etc.) Paragraph 12d(1)(a) Exhibit D 5. Description of aircraft equipment (detailing all components and equipment relevant to RVSM operations) Paragraph 12d(2) Exhibits C Exhibit F, Section ___. 6. Only applicable to operators operating under a Minimum Equipment List (MEL): Revised MEL and/or Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) Paragraph 12d(6) Global Change 59 Exhibit E (MEL pages applicable to RVSM) Exhibit F, Section ____ 7. Maintenance Program 91-85 paragraphs 10 and 12d(7); FAAO 8900.1, Vol. 4, Chapter 10. Exhibit F
8. Participation in RVSM Monitoring Program Method and schedule or… Monitoring results Note: See “Monitoring Requirements & Procedures” section of FAA RVSM Documentation Webpage for monitoring method options, e.g., GMU, AGHME, HMU. Paragraphs 12d(8), 12h; FAAO 8900.1, Vol 4, paragraph 4-109H; Domestic US/North American Monitoring Requirements Chart; Monitoring Procedures for U.S. Operators Exhibit J 9. Method of Pilot Training/Knowledge (e.g., part 142 training center, course of instruction, operator in-house training, record or certificates of completion) Paragraph 12d(3 AC 91-85 Appendix 4 &5; FAAO 8900.1, Vol. 4 paragraph 4-109G Exhibit G 9a. Pilot Knowledge/Training Syllabus (if requested by the inspector) 10. Operations Manuals or Documents: DRVSM Operational Policy & Procedures Paragraph 12d(4); AC 91-85 Appendix 4 & 5; Exhibit H. 11. Past Performance Statement Paragraph 12d(5) Exhibit A 12. Plan for reporting altitude-keeping errors Paragraph 12i Exhibit F and H PART 4A BASIC PILOT PROCEDURES FOR RVSM OPERATIONS RVSM Reference Paragraphs: Where Found in Operator Exhibits/Documents FAA Inspector Tracking: Item Status / Date Ref: RVSM Approval Checklist - U.S. Operators AC 91-85 and Other FAA Documents, as noted Note: operator should update this column to reflect the content of its application. Flight Planning (AC 91-85 Appendix 4, paragraph 2)
RVSM Reference Paragraphs: Where Found in Operator Exhibits/Documents FAA Inspector Tracking: Item Status / Date Ref: RVSM Approval Checklist - U.S. Operators AC 91-85 and FAA Documents, as noted Note: operator should update this column to reflect the content of its application. Preflight Procedures at the Aircraft (AC 91-85 Appendix 4, paragraph 3) Review maintenance logs and forms. Ensure maintenance action has been taken to correct defects of required equipment Appendix 4, para 3a. Exhibit G _____ Exhibit H ___. During the external inspection of the aircraft, particular attention should be paid to the condition of the static sources etc. Appendix 4, para 3b. Exhibit G, Section _____. Exhibit H Before takeoff, the aircraft altimeters should be set to the altimeter (QNH) setting and should display a known field elevation within the limits specified in the aircraft operating manuals. Appendix 4, para. 3c. Exhibit G, Section Exhibit H _____. Before takeoff, equipment required for flight into RVSM airspace should be operational and malfunctions resolved. Appendix 4, para 3d. Exhibit G, Section _____. Exhibit H Procedures Prior to RVSM Airspace Entry (AC 91-85 Appendix 4, paragraph 4) List RVSM equipment that must be operational prior to RVSM airspace entry Appendix 4, para. Exhibit G, Section _____. Exhibit H Operating Transponder. The operator should ascertain the requirement for an operating transponder in the airspace where operating. Appendix 4, para. 4, Note Also see Job Aid, Part 4B “Contingency Actions” Exhibit G, Section Exhibit H _____.
strategic lateral offset procedure for Gulf oceanic operations. See the RVSM Documentation webpage for current editions. PART 5: RVSM MAINTENANCE PROGRAM RVSM Reference Paragraphs: Where Found in Operator Exhibits/Documents FAA Inspector Tracking: Item Status / Date Ref: RVSM Approval Checklist - U.S. Operators FAA 8900.1, Vol. 4, Chapter 10. (See page 2); also AC 91-85. Note: operator should update this column to reflect the content of its application. General: 1. Operators without an approved aircraft maintenance program are required to develop and obtain approval of an RVSM maintenance program. 2. Operators who maintain their aircraft under a continuous airworthiness maintenance program (CAMP) may choose to incorporate the RVSM maintenance requirements into the program Para 4-1235 A-C 91-85 para 11a-b RVSM Maintenance Program Elements: (1) Identification of components considered to be RVSM critical, and identification of structural noted as RVSM critical areas Para 4-1235 D 1) (2) The name or title of the person who will ensure that the aircraft is maintained in accordance with the approved program. Para 4-1235 D 2) (3) The method the operator will use to ensure that all personnel performing maintenance on the RVSM system are properly trained, qualified, and knowledgeable of that specific system. Para 4-1235 D 3) 91-85 para 11f (4) The method the operator will use to notify the crew if the aircraft has Para 4-1235 D 4)