Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes; Correction, 215-225 [2024-30331]
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 3
The Amendment
In consideration of the foregoing, the
Federal Aviation Administration
amends title 14, Code of Federal
Regulations as follows:
PART 3—GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. The authority citation for part 3
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 106(g), 40113,
44701, 44704, 46111, and 46103.
§ 3.303
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Issued under authority provided by 49
U.S.C. 106(f), 44701(a), and 44703 in
Washington, DC.
Michael Gordon Whitaker,
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[FR Doc. 2024–31555 Filed 12–30–24; 4:15 pm]
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§ 11.201
[Corrected]
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Amend § 11.201 in the table in
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2. Amend § 3.303(d)(2) by removing
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in its place ‘‘April 2, 2025’’.
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RIN 2120–AL72
Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot
Certification and Operations;
Miscellaneous Amendments Related to
Rotorcraft and Airplanes; Correction
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), U.S. Department
of Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule; correction.
AGENCY:
On November 21, 2024, the
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
published a final rule titled ‘‘Integration
of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and
Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments
Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes’’
(RIN 2120–AL72). That final rule
inadvertently duplicated two tables in
the regulatory text of the Special Federal
SUMMARY:
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Aviation Regulation for powered-lift.
This correction removes the duplicates.
Additionally, the FAA inadvertently
cited an incorrect paragraph in the
Training center instructor eligibility
requirements section of the Code of
Federal Regulations. This correction
corrects the paragraph reference.
DATES: This correction is effective
January 21, 2025.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Christina Grabill, AFS–810, Federal
Aviation Administration, 800
Independence Ave. SW, Washington,
DC 20591; telephone (202) 267–1100;
email 9-FAA-Powered-Lift@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On
November 21, 2024, the ‘‘Integration of
Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and
Operations’’ final rule (RIN 2120–AL72)
published in the Federal Register at 89
FR 92296. After publication, the FAA
discovered that two tables had been
inadvertently duplicated in the
regulatory text of part 194, specifically
table 1 to § 194.302 and table 1 to
§ 194.306. These two tables detail the
provisions under parts 91 and 135
applicable to powered-lift, respectively.
The first instance of each table includes
revisions made prior to the publication
of this rule while the second instance is
the outdated and incorrect table. These
revisions include adding the phrase ‘‘of
this chapter,’’ where appropriate, and
removing redundant section heading
citations. This document corrects those
tables by removing the incorrect text
from each section. Additionally, the
FAA inadvertently incorrectly cited a
paragraph in § 142.47(a)(5)(iv). The FAA
had intended to cite paragraph (a)(5)(i)
but instead cited § 142.47(a)(i). This
document corrects that citation.
Corrections
In FR 2024–24886, published in the
Federal Register of November 21, 2024,
at 89 FR 92296, make the following
corrections:
§ 142.47
[Corrected]
1. On page 92489, in the first column,
in § 142.47, in paragraph (a)(5)(iv)
introductory text, ‘‘(a)(i)’’ is corrected to
read ‘‘(a)(5)(i)’’.
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2. Beginning on page 92499, table 1 to
§ 194.302 is corrected to read as follows:
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§ 194.302
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TABLE 1 TO § 194.302
Regulation
Applicability
Additional requirements or clarification
Part 91, Subpart A General
(a) Section 91.9(a) and (b) of
this chapter.
Applies to all powered-lift ..............................................................
The requirement for an approved Aircraft Flight Manual is set
forth in the airworthiness criteria established under § 21.17(b)
of this chapter.
Part 91, Subpart B Flight Rules
(b) Section 91.103(b)(1) of this
chapter.
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(c) Section 91.107(a)(3)(i)
through (iii) of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift for which an approved Aircraft Flight
Manual containing takeoff and landing distance data is required.
Applies to all powered-lift ..............................................................
(d) Section 91.119(d) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift operating in vertical-lift flight mode ..........
(e) Section 91.126(b)(1) of this
chapter.
(f) Section 91.126(b)(2) of this
chapter.
(g) Section 91.129(e)(1) and (2),
(g)(2), and (h) of this chapter.
(h) Section 91.129(e)(3) of this
chapter.
(i) Section 91.129(f)(1) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift operating in wing-borne flight mode ........
(j) Section 91.129(f)(2) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift operating in vertical-lift flight mode ..........
(k) Section 91.131(a)(2) of this
chapter.
(l) Section 91.151(a) and (b) of
this chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift.
(m) Section 91.155(a) of this
chapter.
The helicopter provision under § 91.155(a) of this chapter applies to powered-lift operating in vertical-lift flight mode and at
a speed that allows the pilot to see any other traffic or obstructions in time to avoid a collision.
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Applies to powered-lift operating in vertical-lift flight mode ..........
The exception under § 91.107(a)(3) of this chapter for seaplane
and float equipped rotorcraft operations during movement on
the surface applies to persons pushing off a powered-lift from
the dock or persons mooring the powered-lift at the dock.
Under § 91.119(d) of this chapter, a powered-lift may be operated in vertical-lift flight mode at less than the minimums prescribed in § 91.119(b) or (c) of this chapter, provided each
person operating the powered-lift complies with any routes or
altitudes specifically prescribed for powered-lift by the FAA.
If the powered-lift is operating in vertical-lift flight mode, see
paragraph (f) of this section.
If the powered-lift is operating in wing-borne flight mode, see
paragraph (e) of this section.
Applies to large or turbine-powered powered-lift ..........................
Applies to powered-lift preparing to land in wing-borne flight
mode.
Applies to powered-lift operating in wing-borne flight mode ........
Applies to powered-lift ...................................................................
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(1) If the powered-lift is operating in vertical-lift flight mode, see
paragraph (j) of this section.
(2) Section 91.129(f)(1) of this chapter does not apply when the
operator of a powered-lift is conducting a circling approach
under part 97 of this chapter or when otherwise requested by
air traffic control (ATC).
(1) If the powered-lift is operating in wing-borne flight mode, see
paragraph (i) of this section.
(2) Section 91.129(f)(2) does not apply when the operator of a
powered-lift is conducting a circling approach under part 97 of
this chapter or when otherwise requested by ATC.
(1) A powered-lift with the performance capability, as outlined in
the Aircraft Flight Manual, to conduct a landing in the verticallift flight mode along the entire route of flight may use the
VFR fuel requirements outlined in § 91.151(b) of this chapter.
(2) Powered-lift unable to meet the requirements of paragraph
(l)(1) of this section must use the rule requirements outlined in
§ 91.151(a) of this chapter.
(1) Except as provided in § 91.155(b) of this chapter, poweredlift that meet the requirements of paragraph (m) of this section
may operate under the helicopter VFR visibility minimums outlined under § 91.155(a) of this chapter in class G airspace.
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TABLE 1 TO § 194.302—Continued
Regulation
Applicability
Additional requirements or clarification
(n) Section 91.155(b)(1) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift operating in the vertical-lift flight mode
and at a speed that allows the pilot to see any other traffic or
obstructions in time to avoid a collision.
(o) Section 91.155(b)(2) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift ...................................................................
(p) Section 91.157(b)(3), (b)(4),
and (c) of this chapter.
The helicopter exceptions outlined in § 91.157(b)(3), (b)(4), and
(c) of this chapter apply to powered-lift operating in vertical-lift
flight mode when those aircraft are operated at a speed that
allows the pilot to see any other traffic or obstructions in time
to avoid a collision.
The helicopter provisions in § 91.167(a)(3) and (b)(2)(ii) of this
chapter apply to powered-lift authorized to conduct copter procedures and that have the performance capability for the entire flight to conduct a landing in the vertical-lift flight mode, as
outlined in the Aircraft Flight Manual.
(q) Section 91.167(a)(3) and
(b)(2)(ii) of this chapter.
(r) Section 91.169(b)(2)(ii) and
(c)(1)(ii) of this chapter.
(s) Section 91.175(f)(2)(iii) of
this chapter.
(t) Section 91.175(f)(4)(i) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift authorized to conduct copter procedures
and that have the performance capability to land in the
vertical-lift flight mode, as outlined in the Aircraft Flight Manual.
Applies to powered-lift with two engines or less, that takeoff in
vertical-lift flight mode, and that are authorized to conduct
copter procedures.
Applies to part 135 of this chapter powered-lift operators required to comply with subpart I to part 135 of this chapter.
(2) Powered-lift unable to meet the requirements of paragraph
(m) of this section must use the VFR visibility minimums in
§ 91.155(a) of this chapter for aircraft other than helicopters.
(1) Powered-lift that meet the requirements of paragraph (n) of
this section may use the VFR visibility minimums outlined in
§ 91.155(b)(1) of this chapter in Class G airspace.
(2) Powered-lift unable to meet the requirements of paragraph
(n) of this section must use the visibility minimums outlined in
§ 91.155(b)(2) of this chapter.
Powered-lift operating in Class G airspace that cannot meet the
requirements of paragraph (n) of this section must use the
VFR visibility minimums outlined under § 91.155(b)(2) of this
chapter.
(1) Powered-lift that meet the requirements of paragraph (q) of
this section may use the helicopter provisions under
§ 91.167(a)(3) and (b)(2)(ii) of this chapter.
(2) Powered-lift that are unable to meet the requirements outlined in paragraph (q) of this section must use the 45-minute
fuel requirement outlined in § 91.167(a)(3) of this chapter and
the aircraft requirement outlined in § 91.167(b)(2)(i) of this
chapter.
(1) Powered-lift that meet the requirements of paragraph (r) of
this section may use the helicopter provisions specified in
§ 91.169(b)(2)(ii) and (c)(1)(ii) of this chapter.
(2) Powered-lift that are unable to meet the requirements outlined in paragraph (r) of this section must use the requirements for aircraft other than helicopters under
§ 91.169(b)(2)(i) and (c)(1)(i) of this chapter.
Powered-lift with two engines or less that are unable to meet
the requirements outlined in this paragraph (s) must comply
with § 91.175(f)(2)(i) of this chapter.
Part 91, Subpart C Equipment, Instrument, and Certificate Requirements
(u) Section 91.205(b)(11) and
(14) of this chapter.
(v) Section 91.205(d)(3)(i) of
this chapter.
(w) Section 91.207 of this chapter.
(x) Section 91.219 of this chapter.
(y) Section 91.223(a) and (c) of
this chapter.
Applies to small powered-lift .........................................................
Position and anti-collision lights must meet § 23.2530(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift certified for instrument flight rules operations.
Applies to all powered-lift.
Applies to all powered-lift.
Applies to powered-lift configured with 6 or more passenger
seats, excluding any pilot seat.
Instead of terrain awareness and warning system (TAWS), powered-lift must be equipped with a helicopter terrain awareness
and warning system (HTAWS) that meets the requirements in
TSO–C194 and Section 2 of RTCA DO–309 (incorporated by
reference, see § 194.109) or a FAA-approved TAWS A/
HTAWS hybrid system.
Part 91, Subpart D Special Flight Operations
(z) Section 91.313(g) of this
chapter.
Applies to restricted category small powered-lift.
Part 91, Subpart E Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and Alterations
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(aa) Section 91.409(e) through
(h) of this chapter.
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Applies to technically-advanced powered-lift which are poweredlift equipped with an electronically advanced system in which
the pilot interfaces with a multi-computer system with increasing levels of automation in order to aviate, navigate, or communicate.
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(1) Unless otherwise authorized by the Administrator, a technically advanced powered-lift must be equipped with an electronically advanced multi-computer system that includes one
or more of the following installed components:
(i) An electronic Primary Flight Display (PFD) that includes, at a
minimum, an airspeed indicator, turn coordinator, attitude indicator, heading indicator, altimeter, and vertical speed indicator;
(ii) An electronic Multifunction Display (MFD) that includes, at a
minimum, a moving map using Global Positioning System
(GPS) navigation with the aircraft position displayed;
(iii) A multi-axis autopilot integrated with the navigation and
heading guidance system; and
(iv) Aircraft design with advanced fly-by-wire-flight control system that utilizes electronically operated controls with no direct
mechanical link from the pilot to the control surfaces.
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Regulation
Applicability
Additional requirements or clarification
(2) The display elements described in paragraphs (aa)(1)(i) and
(ii) of this section must be continuously visible.
(bb) Section 91.411 of this
chapter.
Applies to all powered-lift.
Part 91, Subpart F Large and Turbine-Powered Multiengine Airplanes and Fractional Ownership Program Aircraft
(cc) Section 91.501 of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift regardless of powerplant, as well
as powered-lift operating under subpart K to part 91 of this
chapter, and subject to any limitations outlined in this part.
(dd) Section 91.503 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
(ee) Section 91.505 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift subject
to part 91 of this chapter as
section.
Applies to powered-lift subject
to part 91 of this chapter as
section.
Applies to powered-lift subject
to part 91 of this chapter as
section.
(ff) Section 91.507 of this chapter.
(gg) Section 91.509 of this
chapter.
to the requirements of subpart F
specified in paragraph (cc) of this
to the requirements of subpart F
specified in paragraph (cc) of this
to the requirements of subpart F
specified in paragraph (cc) of this
(hh) Section 91.511 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
(ii) Section 91.513 of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
Applies to large powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc)
of this section.
(jj) Section 91.515 of this chapter.
(kk) Section 91.517 of this
chapter.
(ll) Section 91.519 of this chapter.
(mm) Section 91.521 of this
chapter.
(nn) Section 91.523 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift having a seating capacity of more than
19 passengers subject to the requirements of subpart F to
part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
(oo) Section 91.525 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift subject
to part 91 of this chapter as
section.
Applies to powered-lift subject
to part 91 of this chapter as
section.
(pp) Section 91.527(a) of this
chapter.
(qq) Section 91.527(b)(2) and
(3) of this chapter.
to the requirements of subpart F
specified in paragraph (cc) of this
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
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Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
(ss) Section 91.531(a)(1) and
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
(2), (b), and (c) of this chapter.
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section and that meet the additional requirements as set forth
in each paragraph of § 91.531 of this chapter; § 91.531(b)(2)
of this chapter applies to large powered-lift that meet the additional requirements set forth in that paragraph.
(tt) Section 91.533 of this chap- Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart F
ter.
to part 91 of this chapter as specified in paragraph (cc) of this
section.
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(1) Powered-lift operating over water under § 91.509(a) or (b) of
this chapter may use either the nearest shore or the nearest
off-shore heliport structure by which to measure the nautical
mile limits provided in § 91.509(a) and (b).
(2) The lifeline required by § 91.509(b)(5) of this chapter must
be stored in accordance with § 25.1411(g) of this chapter or
such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an
equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this
chapter.
Powered-lift operating over water under § 91.511(a) of this chapter may use either the nearest shore or the nearest off-shore
heliport structure by which to measure the nautical mile limits
provided in § 91.511(a).
The safety belt and shoulder harness required by § 91.521 of
this chapter must comply with § 25.785 of this chapter or such
airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The carry-on baggage required by § 91.523 of this chapter must
be stowed such that it can withstand the inertia forces specified in § 25.561(b)(3) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
to the requirements of subpart F
specified in paragraph (cc) of this
(rr) Section 91.527(c) of this
chapter.
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Any sections or paragraphs within sections to subpart F to part
91 of this chapter that refer to a specific category of aircraft
and that are not referenced in this table or the table to
§ 194.306, do not apply to powered-lift.
Powered-lift may comply with § 91.503(a)(5) of this chapter by
having the appropriate engine or multiple-engines inoperative
climb performance data available at the pilot station of the aircraft.
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(1) Powered-lift critical surfaces, as outlined in the Aircraft Flight
Manual for that aircraft, must also be determined to be free of
frost, ice, or snow.
(2) Powered-lift critical surfaces under this section are determined by the manufacturer.
Instead of § 91.527(b)(2) and (3) of this chapter, to operate instrument flight rules (IFR) into known light or moderate icing
conditions or VFR into known light or moderate icing conditions, an operator must comply with § 194.306(xx).
No pilot may fly a powered-lift into known or forecast severe
icing conditions.
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Applicability
Additional requirements or clarification
Part 91, Subpart G Additional Equipment and Operating Requirements for Large and Transport Category Aircraft
(uu) Section 91.603 of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
(vv) Section 91.605(b)(1) of this
chapter.
(ww) Section 91.605(b)(2) of
this chapter.
(xx) Section 91.605(b)(3),
(b)(4)(ii), and (c) of this chapter.
(yy) Section 91.609(c), (d), (e),
(i), and (j) of this chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
(zz) Section 91.613(b)(2) of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
Applies to large powered-lift that execute takeoff operations
using wing-borne lift and that have takeoff performance information contained in the Aircraft Flight Manual.
Paragraph (c) of § 91.609 of this chapter applies to powered-lift
with a passenger seating configuration, excluding any pilot
seats, of 10 or more seats; § 91.609(e) of this chapter applies
to powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration of six or
more seats and for which two pilots are required by type certification or operating rule; § 91.609(d) of this chapter applies
to powered-lift required by that section to have a flight data
recorder; and § 91.609(i) and (j) of this chapter apply to powered-lift required by that section to have a cockpit voice recorder and a flight data recorder.
The aural speed warning device required by § 91.603 of this
chapter must comply with § 25.1303(c)(1) of this chapter or
such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an
equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this
chapter.
The Aircraft Flight Manual must contain the takeoff weight performance information.
The Aircraft Flight Manual must contain the landing performance
information.
(1) Operators of powered-lift having a passenger seating configuration, excluding any pilot seat, of 10 or more must comply with § 194.310 or § 194.311 in lieu of the appendices referenced in § 91.609(c)(1) of this chapter.
(2) For compliance with § 91.609(c)(3), (e)(1), and (i) of this
chapter, powered-lift must comply with the certification provisions listed in those paragraphs or such airworthiness criteria
as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in
accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
(3) Under § 91.609(d) of this chapter, the flight recorder must
operate continuously from the earlier of when the powered-lift
begins the takeoff roll or begins lift-off until the later of when
the powered-lift completes the landing roll or lands at its destination.
The thermal/acoustic installation materials required by
§ 91.613(b)(2) of this chapter must meet the requirements of
§ 25.856 of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the
FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
Part 91, Subpart K Fractional Ownership Operations
(aaa) Section 91.1037 of this
chapter.
(bbb) Section 91.1041(b) and
(d) of this chapter.
(ccc) Section 91.1045(a) of this
chapter.
(ddd) Section 91.1045(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart K to part 91 of this chapter that are certificated to conduct landing operations in wing-borne flight mode as indicated
in the Aircraft Flight Manual.
Applies to all powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart
K to part 91 of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart K
to part 91 of this chapter with a passenger-seat configuration
of more than 30 seats or a payload capacity of more than
7,500 pounds.
Applies to powered-lift subject to the requirements of subpart K
to part 91 of this chapter with a passenger-seat configuration
of 30 seats or fewer, excluding each crewmember, and a payload capacity of 7,500 pounds or less.
3. Beginning on page 92506, table 1 to
§ 194.306 is corrected to read as follows:
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If a powered-lift operator is required to comply with this section,
the operator must also comply with § 91.1025(o)(7) of this
chapter.
Under § 91.1045(a)(3) of this chapter, instead of TAWS, powered-lift must be equipped with a helicopter terrain awareness
and warning system (HTAWS) that meets the requirements in
TSO–C194 and Section 2 of RTCA DO–309 (incorporated by
reference, see § 194.109) or a FAA-approved TAWS A/
HTAWS hybrid system.
Compliance with § 91.1045(b)(3) of this chapter requires a helicopter terrain awareness and warning system that complies
with § 194.306(s).
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Part 135, Subpart A General
(a) Section 135.1(a)(9) of this
chapter.
(b) Section 135.23(r) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L of part 135 of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift required to comply with § 135.385 of this
chapter as set forth in paragraphs (hhh) and (iii) of this section.
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Part 135, Subpart B Flight Operations
(c) Section 135.93(a) through (f)
of this chapter.
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(1) The requirements referencing an Airplane Flight Manual
under § 135.93(b) of this chapter apply to a powered-lift’s Aircraft Flight Manual.
(2) Under § 135.93(c) of this chapter, no person operating a
powered-lift may use an autopilot enroute, including climb and
descent, below the following—
(i) Either:
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(A) At a minimum engagement altitude specified in the Aircraft
Flight Manual; or
(B) If no minimum engagement altitude is specified, 500 feet, or
at an altitude that is no lower than twice the altitude loss
specified in the Aircraft Flight Manual for an autopilot malfunction in cruise conditions, whichever is greater; or
(ii) Notwithstanding the requirements of paragraphs (c)(2)(i)(A)
and (B) of this section, at an altitude specified by the Administrator.
(d) Section 135.117(a)(9) of this
chapter.
(e) Section 135.128(a) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations beyond the
autorotational distance from the shoreline, as defined in
§ 135.168(a) of this chapter, or gliding distance of a shoreline.
Applies to all powered-lift ..............................................................
The exception under § 135.128(a) of this chapter for seaplane
and float equipped rotorcraft operations during movement on
the surface applies to persons pushing off a powered-lift from
the dock or persons mooring the powered-lift at the dock.
Part 135, Subpart C Aircraft and Equipment
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(f) Section 135.145(b) of this
chapter.
(g) Section 135.145(d)(1) of this
chapter.
(h) Section 135.150(a)(7) of this
chapter.
Applies to all powered-lift unless the certificate holder has previously proven a powered-lift under part 135 of this chapter.
Applies to all powered-lift unless a powered-lift of the same
make or similar design has been proven or validated by that
certificate holder under part 135 of this chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration, excluding any pilot seat, of more than 19.
(i) Section 135.150(b)(7) of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration, excluding any pilot seat, of more than 19.
(j) Section 135.151(a) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration of
six or more seats and for which two pilots are required by certification or operating rules.
(k) Section 135.151(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration of
20 or more seats.
(l) Section 135.151(d) of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift or powered-lift equipped with a
cockpit voice recorder.
(m) Section 135.151(g)(1) of
this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration of
six or more seats, for which two pilots are required by certification or operating rules, and that are required to have a flight
data recorder under § 135.152 of this chapter.
(n) Section 135.151(g)(2) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration of
20 or more seats and that is required to have a flight data recorder under § 135.152 of this chapter.
(o) Section 135.151(h) of this
chapter.
(p) Section 135.152(a) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift required to have a cockpit voice recorder
and a flight data recorder under part 135 with installed
datalink communication equipment.
Section 135.152(a) of this chapter applies to powered-lift with a
passenger seating configuration of 10 to 19 seats.
(q) Section 135.152(b) introductory text and (b)(3) of this
chapter.
(r) Section 135.152(c), (d), (f),
and (j) of this chapter.
Section 135.152(b) introductory text and (b)(3) apply to powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration of 20 to 30
seats.
Applies to powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration,
excluding crewmember seats, of 10 to 30.
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The public address system required by § 135.150(a)(7) of this
chapter must comply with § 25.1423 of this chapter or such
airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The crewmember interphone system must comply with the requirements of § 135.150(b)(7) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent
level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The cockpit voice recorder must be installed and equipped in
accordance with the certification provisions listed in
§ 135.151(a)(1) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria
as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in
accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The cockpit voice recorder must be installed and equipped in
accordance with the certification provisions listed in
§ 135.151(b)(1) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria
as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in
accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The cockpit voice recorder required by § 135.151(d) of this
chapter must record the uninterrupted audio signal received
by a boom or mask microphone in accordance with
§ 25.1457(c)(5) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria
as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in
accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The cockpit voice recorder must be installed and equipped in
accordance with the appropriate certification provisions listed
in § 135.151(g)(1)(i) and (iv) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level
of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The cockpit voice recorder must be installed and equipped in
accordance with the appropriate certification provisions listed
in § 135.151(g)(2)(i) and (iv) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level
of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
Powered-lift operators must comply with § 194.312 or § 194.313
in lieu of the appendices referenced in § 135.152 of this chapter.
(1) The flight recorder must be installed and equipped in accordance with the appropriate certification provisions listed in
§ 135.152 of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the
FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
(2) Certificate holders must keep the recorded data until the
powered-lift has been operating for at least 25 hours.
(3) The powered-lift flight recorder must be operated continuously from the instant the powered-lift begins the takeoff roll
or lift-off until the landing is completed.
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(s) Section 135.154(a) and (c)
of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift configured with 6 or more passenger
seats, excluding any pilot seat.
(t) Section 135.158 of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift equipped with a flight instrument pitot
heating system.
(u) Section 135.159(a)(1) of this
chapter.
(v) Section 135.160 of this
chapter.
(w) Section 135.163(g) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift with a third attitude instrument system
that meets the requirements of § 135.159(a)(1) of this chapter.
Applies to all powered-lift.
(x) Section 135.165(d) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift having a passenger seat configuration,
excluding any pilot seat, of 10 seats or more, or a powered-lift
in a commuter operation, as defined in part 119 of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift for purposes of approving a single longrange navigation system and a single long-range communication system for extended over-water operations.
Applies to powered-lift operating beyond autorotational distance
or gliding distance from the shoreline.
(y) Section 135.165(g)(1) of this
chapter.
(z) Section 135.168 of this
chapter.
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Instead of TAWS, powered-lift must be equipped with a helicopter terrain awareness and warning system (HTAWS) that
meets the requirements in TSO–C194 and Section 2 of RTCA
DO–309 (incorporated by reference, see § 194.109) or a FAAapproved TAWS A/HTAWS hybrid system.
Under § 135.158(a) of this chapter, no person may operate a
powered-lift equipped with a flight instrument pitot heating
system unless the aircraft is also equipped with an operable
pitot heat indication system that complies with § 23.2605 or
§ 25.1326 of this chapter, or such airworthiness criteria as the
FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter that provides an alert that
is in clear view of a flightcrew member.
Applies to all powered-lift ..............................................................
(aa) Section 135.169(a) of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
(bb) Section 135.169(b)(1) and
(b)(8) of this chapter.
Applies to small powered-lift with a passenger seating configuration, excluding pilot seats, of 10 seats or more.
(cc) Section 135.169(d) of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift with a cargo or baggage compartment of 200 cubic feet or greater.
(dd) Section 135.170(b)(1) of
this chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift; § 135.170(b)(1)(ii) applies to large
powered-lift with a passenger capacity of 20 or more.
(ee) Section 135.170(b)(2) of
this chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
(ff) Section 135.170(c)(2) of this
chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
(gg) Section 135.178 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift having a passenger-seating configuration
of more than 19 seats.
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The two required generators may be mounted on a drivetrain
that is driven by two separate powerplants as outlined in
§ 135.163(g) of this chapter for multi-engine helicopters.
(1) The life preserver required by § 135.168(b)(1) of this chapter
need not be worn but must be readily available for its intended use and easily accessible to each occupant when the
powered-lift is a multiengine aircraft operated at a weight that
will allow it to climb, with the critical engine inoperative or
while experiencing a critical change of thrust, at least 50 feet
a minute, at an altitude of 1,000 feet above the surface.
(2) For powered-lift unable to meet the requirements of paragraph (z)(1) of this section, the occupants must wear life preservers during the flight.
(3) For purposes of paragraphs (z), (ii), (jj), and (kk) of this section, critical change of thrust means a failure that would most
adversely affect the performance or handling qualities of an
aircraft.
Powered-lift must comply with appropriate certification provisions listed in § 135.169(a) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level
of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
(1) Under § 135.169(b)(1) of this chapter, small powered-lift with
a passenger seating configuration of 10 seats or more must
comply with the applicable requirements for transport category powered-lift or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA
may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance
with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
(2) Under § 135.169(b)(8) of this chapter, small powered-lift with
a passenger seating configuration of 10 seats or more must
comply with the applicable requirements under part 23 of this
chapter referenced in § 135.169(b)(8) of this chapter or such
airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The cargo and baggage compartments required by § 135.169(d)
of this chapter must comply with the certification provisions
listed in that paragraph or such airworthiness criteria as the
FAA may find provide an equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
Powered-lift must comply with appropriate certification provisions listed in § 135.170(b)(1) of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent
level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The seat cushions required by § 135.170(b)(2) of this chapter
must comply with § 25.853 of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level
of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The seat cushions required by § 135.170(c)(2) of this chapter
must comply with § 25.856 of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent level
of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
The additional emergency equipment must comply with appropriate certification provisions listed in § 135.178 of this chapter
or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an
equivalent level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this
chapter.
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(hh) Section 135.180 of this
chapter.
(ii) Section 135.181(a)(2) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift with a passenger seat configuration, excluding any pilot seat, of 10 to 30 seats.
Applies to powered-lift ...................................................................
(jj) Section 135.181(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting offshore passenger operations.
(kk) Section 135.183(c) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift ...................................................................
The Aircraft Flight Manual must contain the information outlined
in § 135.180(b) of this chapter.
No person may operate a multiengine powered-lift carrying passengers over-the-top or in IFR conditions at a weight that will
not allow it to climb, with the critical engine inoperative or
while experiencing a critical change of thrust as defined in
paragraph (z) of this section, at least 50 feet a minute when
operating at the MEAs of the route to be flown or 5,000 feet
MSL, whichever is higher.
Multiengine powered-lift carrying passengers offshore may conduct such operations in over-the-top or in IFR conditions at a
weight that will allow the powered-lift to climb at least 50 feet
per minute with the critical engine inoperative or while experiencing a critical change of thrust as defined in paragraph (z)
of this section, when operating at the MEA of the route to be
flown or 1,500 feet MSL, whichever is higher.
No person may operate a land aircraft carrying passengers over
water unless it is a multiengine aircraft operated at a weight
that will allow it to climb, with the critical engine inoperative or
while experiencing a critical change of thrust as defined in
paragraph (z) of this section, at least 50 feet a minute, at an
altitude of 1,000 feet above the surface.
(ll) Section 135.183(d) of this
chapter.
Applies if the powered-lift is equipped with flotation devices and
carrying passengers over water.
Part 135, Subpart D VFR/IFR Operating Limitations and Weather Requirements
(mm) Section 135.203(a) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift except those operating in the vertical-lift
flight mode under paragraph (nn) of this section.
(nn) Section 135.203(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift operating in vertical-lift flight mode that
are certificated and able to conduct an autorotation or an approved equivalent maneuver to a landing.
Applies to all powered-lift except as provided in paragraph (pp)
of this section.
Applies to powered-lift operating in vertical-lift flight mode and at
a speed that allows the pilot adequate opportunity to see and
avoid any other air traffic or any obstructions in time to avoid
a collision.
Applies if the powered-lift does not have the flight instrumentation listed in § 135.159 of this chapter installed and operable.
Applies to all powered-lift except as provided in paragraph (ss)
of this section.
(oo) Section 135.205(a) of this
chapter.
(pp) Section 135.205(b) of this
chapter.
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chapter.
(rr) Section 135.209(a) of this
chapter.
(ss) Section 135.209(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift with the performance capability, as provided in the Aircraft Flight Manual, for the entire flight to conduct a landing in the vertical-lift flight mode.
(tt) Section 135.221(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift authorized to conduct copter procedures
and which can land in the vertical-lift flight mode, as provided
in the Aircraft Flight Manual.
Applies to powered-lift authorized to conduct copter procedures
and that have the performance capability, as provided in the
Aircraft Flight Manual, to conduct a landing in the vertical-lift
flight mode for the entire flight.
(uu) Section 135.223(a)(3) of
this chapter.
(vv) Section 135.225(e) of this
chapter.
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The Administrator may authorize a lower minimum altitude for a
powered-lift if the FAA has determined, during type certification, the lower minimum altitude enables a transition from
wing-borne to vertical-lift flight mode and the aircraft can conduct a safe autorotation, or an approved equivalent maneuver, to a landing but no lower than 300 feet above the surface.
Powered-lift that do not meet the requirements of this paragraph
(nn) must use the VFR minimum altitudes outlined in paragraph (mm) of this section.
Powered-lift that do not meet the requirements of this paragraph
(pp) must use the VFR visibility requirements outlined in
§ 135.205(a) of this chapter.
(1) The Administrator may authorize deviations from
§ 135.209(a) of this chapter for specific routes with one or
more predetermined suitable landing areas if the FAA finds
the operation can be conducted safely. If the Administrator
authorizes such a deviation, an operations specification will
be issued to the operator containing, at a minimum, the specific routes and the VFR fuel reserve specified in minutes.
The Administrator may, at any time, terminate any grant of
deviation authority issued under this paragraph.
(2) Suitable landing area for purposes of this paragraph (rr) and
paragraph (ss) of this section means an area that provides
the operator reasonable capability to land without causing
undue hazard to persons or property. These suitable landing
areas must be site specific, designated by the operator, and
accepted by the FAA.
The Administrator may authorize deviations from § 135.209(b) of
this chapter for specific routes with one or more predetermined suitable landing areas if the FAA finds the operation
can be conducted safely. If the Administrator authorizes such
a deviation, an operations specification will be issued to the
operator containing, at a minimum, the specific routes and the
VFR fuel reserve specified in minutes. The Administrator may,
at any time, terminate any grant of deviation authority issued
under this paragraph.
Powered-lift that do not meet these criteria must use the alternate airport minimums specified for aircraft in § 135.221(a) of
this chapter.
(1) A powered-lift that meets the requirements of paragraph (uu)
of this section may use the 30-minute fuel requirements specified for helicopters in § 135.223(a)(3) of this chapter.
(2) Powered-lift that are unable to meet the requirements outlined in paragraph (uu) of this section must use the 45-minute
fuel requirement outlined in § 135.223(a)(3) of this chapter.
Applies to all powered-lift.
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(ww) Section 135.227(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to all powered-lift ..............................................................
(1) Powered-lift critical surfaces, as outlined in the aircraft flight
manual for that aircraft, must also be determined to be free of
frost, ice, or snow.
(2) Powered-lift critical surfaces under this section are determined by the manufacturer.
(xx) Section 135.227(d) of this
chapter.
(yy) Section 135.229(b)(2)(ii) of
this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift that are type certificated and appropriately equipped for operations in icing conditions.
Applies to powered-lift taking off or landing in vertical-lift flight
mode and equipped with landing lights oriented in a direction
that enables the pilot to see the area to be used for landing or
takeoff marked by reflective material.
If a powered-lift is not taking off or landing in vertical-lift flight
mode and is not equipped with landing lights oriented in a direction that enables the pilot to see the area to be used for
landing or takeoff marked by reflective material, the poweredlift must take off or land at an airport with boundary or runway
marker lights.
Part 135, Subpart F Crewmember Flight Time and Duty Period Limitations and Rest Requirements
(zz) Section 135.271 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
Part 135, Subpart I Airplane Performance Operating Limitations
(aaa) Section 135.361(a) of this
chapter.
As applicable to each powered-lift considering size and certification basis and subject to any limitations outlined in this part.
(bbb) Section 135.363(b)
through (e) of this chapter.
(ccc) Section 135.363(f) of this
chapter.
As applicable to each powered-lift, regardless of power plant
type, considering size and certification basis.
Applies to powered-lift that must comply with §§ 135.365
through 135.387 of this chapter as set forth in paragraphs
(ddd) through (jjj) of this section.
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
(ddd) Section 135.379(a) and
(d) of this chapter.
(eee) Section 135.379(c), (e),
(f), and (g) of this chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift certificated to conduct takeoff operations that utilize wing-borne lift as indicated in the aircraft
flight manual.
(fff) Section 135.381 of this
chapter.
(ggg) Section 135.383(c) of this
chapter.
(hhh) Section 135.385(a) of this
chapter.
(iii) Section 135.385(b), (d), (e),
and (f) of this chapter.
(jjj) Section 135.387(a) and (b)
of this chapter.
(kkk) Section 135.397(b) of this
chapter.
Any sections or paragraphs within sections to subpart I to part
135 of this chapter that refer to a specific category of aircraft
and that are not referenced in the table 1 to § 194.302 or this
table, do not apply to powered-lift.
The Aircraft Flight Manual must contain the takeoff weight performance information.
The accelerate-stop distance required by § 135.379(c)(1) of this
chapter must comply with § 25.109 of this chapter or such airworthiness criteria as the FAA may find provide an equivalent
level of safety in accordance with § 21.17(b) of this chapter.
Applies to large powered-lift
Applies to large powered-lift
Applies to large powered-lift .........................................................
Applies to large powered-lift certificated to conduct landing operations that utilize wing-borne lift and that have landing performance information contained in the aircraft flight manual.
Applies to large powered-lift certificated to conduct landing operations that utilize wing-borne lift and that have landing performance information contained in the aircraft flight manual.
Applies to small powered-lift having a passenger-seating configuration of more than 19 seats and that utilize wing-borne lift
during takeoff and landing.
The Aircraft Flight Manual must contain the landing weight performance information.
Section 135.385(f) only applies to eligible on-demand operators.
(1) Powered-lift operating under § 135.387(a) of this chapter
must be able to complete a full stop landing within 60 percent
of the effective length of the runway.
(2) Section 135.387(b) only applies to eligible on-demand operators.
The Aircraft Flight Manual must contain the takeoff and landing
weight performance information.
Part 135, Subpart J Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and Alterations
(lll) Section 135.429(d) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift that operate in remote areas or sites
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Part 135, Subpart L Helicopter Air Ambulance Equipment, Operations, and Training Requirements
(mmm) Section 135.601 of this
chapter.
(nnn) Section 135.603 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
(ooo) Section 135.605 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
(ppp) Section 135.607 of this
chapter.
(qqq) Section 135.609 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
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(1) Under § 135.603 of this chapter, no certificate holder may
use, nor may any person serve as, a pilot in command of an
air ambulance operation unless that person meets the requirements of § 135.243 of this chapter and holds a poweredlift instrument rating or an airline transport pilot certificate with
a category rating for that aircraft, that is not limited to VFR.
(2) See § 194.249 of this chapter for references to class in part
135 of this chapter.
Powered-lift must be equipped with a helicopter terrain awareness and warning system (HTAWS) that meets the requirements in TSO–C194 and Section 2 of RTCA DO–309 (incorporated by reference, see § 194.109) or a FAA-approved
TAWS A/HTAWS hybrid system.
(1) For nonmountainous local flying areas, powered-lift must
comply with the following weather minimums:
(i) During day operations in a vertical-lift or wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of 800 feet and visibility of 2 SM;
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(ii) During night operations in a vertical-lift flight mode, a ceiling
of 800 feet and visibility of 3 SM; and
(iii) During night operations in a wing-borne flight mode, a ceiling of 1,500 feet and visibility of 3 SM.
(2) For nonmountainous, non-local flying areas, powered-lift
must comply with the following weather minimums:
(i) During day operations in a vertical-lift or wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of 800 feet and visibility of 3 SM;
(ii) During night operations in a vertical-lift flight mode, a ceiling
of 1,000 feet and visibility of 3 SM.
(iii) During night operations in a wing-borne flight mode, a ceiling of 1,500 feet and visibility of 3 SM.
(3) For mountainous local flying areas, powered-lift must comply
with the following weather minimums:
(i) During day operations in a vertical-lift or wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of 800 feet and visibility of 3 SM;
(ii) During night operations in a vertical-lift flight mode, a ceiling
of 1,000 feet and visibility of 3 SM.
(iii) During night operations in a wing-borne flight mode, a ceiling of 2,500 feet and visibility of 3 SM.
(4) For mountainous non-local flying areas, powered-lift must
comply with the following weather minimums:
(i) During day operations in a vertical-lift or wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of 1,000 feet and visibility of 3 SM; and
(ii) During night operations in a vertical-lift flight mode, a ceiling
of 1,000 feet and visibility of 5 SM;
(iii) During night operations in a wing-borne flight mode, a ceiling of 2,500 feet and visibility of 5 SM.
(rrr) Section 135.611 of this
chapter.
(sss) Section 135.613(a) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
(ttt) Section 135.613(b) of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135.
(uuu) Section 135.615 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
(vvv) Section 135.617 of this
chapter.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
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(1) Section 135.613(a)(1) of this chapter only applies to powered-lift equipped and certified to conduct PinS approaches
annotated with a ‘‘Proceed VFR’’ segment.
(2) The applicable VFR weather minimums under
§ 135.613(a)(2) of this chapter for powered-lift operating in the
wing-borne flight mode are:
(i) For Day Operations: No less than a 1,000-foot ceiling and 2
statute miles flight visibility; and
(ii) For Night Operations: No less than a 1,500-foot ceiling and 3
statute miles flight visibility.
(3) The applicable VFR weather minimums under
§ 135.613(a)(2) of this chapter for powered-lift operating in the
vertical-lift mode are:
(i) For Day Operations: No less than a 600-foot ceiling and 2
statute miles flight visibility; and
(ii) For Night Operations: No less than a 600-foot ceiling and 3
statute miles flight visibility.
(1) Under § 135.613(b)(1) of this chapter, for transitions from
VFR to IFR upon departure, the VFR weather minimums outlined for powered-lift under paragraph (sss) of this section
apply if:
(i) An FAA-approved obstacle departure procedure is followed;
and
(ii) An IFR clearance is obtained on or before reaching a predetermined location that is not more than 3 NM from the departure location.
(2) Under § 135.613(b)(2) of this chapter, if the departure does
not meet the requirements of paragraph (ttt)(1) of this section,
the VFR weather minimums required by the SFAR for the
class of airspace apply.
(1) For powered-lift operating in wing-borne flight mode during
the enroute phase of flight, under § 135.615(a)(3), (b), and (c)
of this chapter, the following minimums apply:
(i) For day operations: no less than 500 feet above the surface
or no less than 500 feet horizontally from any obstacle; or
(ii) For night operations: at an altitude no less than 1,000 feet
above the highest obstacle within a horizontal distance of 5
miles from the course intended to be flown or, in designated
mountainous terrain, no less than 2,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal distance of 5 miles from the
course intended to be flown.
(2) For powered-lift operating in vertical-lift flight mode during
the enroute phase of flight, under § 135.615(a)(3), (b), and (c)
of this chapter, the following minimums apply:
(i) No less than 300 feet for day operations.
(ii) No less than 500 feet for night operations.
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(www) Section 135.619 of this
chapter.
(xxx) Section 135.621 of this
chapter.
Applicability
Applies to powered-lift operators with 10 or more powered-lift,
helicopters, or any combination thereof, assigned to the certificate holder’s operations specifications for air ambulance
operations.
Applies to powered-lift conducting operations in accordance with
subpart L to part 135 of this chapter.
Issued under authority provided by 49
U.S.C. 106(f), 44701(a), and 44703 in
Washington, DC.
Brandon Roberts,
Executive Director, Office of Rulemaking.
[FR Doc. 2024–30331 Filed 1–2–25; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
INTERNATIONAL TRADE
COMMISSION
19 CFR Parts 201, 206, 207, and 210
Practice and Procedure: Rules of
General Application, Safeguards,
Antidumping and Countervailing Duty
Investigations, and Section 337
Adjudication and Enforcement
International Trade
Commission.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
The United States
International Trade Commission
(‘‘Commission’’) amends its Rules of
Practice and Procedure concerning rules
of general application, safeguards,
antidumping and countervailing duty
investigations, and section 337
adjudication and enforcement. The
amendments are necessary to make
certain technical corrections, to clarify
certain provisions, to harmonize
different parts of the Commission’s
rules, and to address concerns that have
arisen in Commission practice. The
intended effect of the proposed
amendments is to facilitate compliance
with the Commission’s Rules and
improve the administration of agency
proceedings.
SUMMARY:
Effective February 3, 2025. The
rule amendments as stated herein shall
apply to investigations and proceedings
instituted subsequent to the
aforementioned date.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Cathy Chen, Office of the General
Counsel, U.S. International Trade
Commission, 500 E Street SW,
Washington, DC 20436, telephone (202)
205–2392. Hearing-impaired individuals
are advised that information on this
matter can be obtained by contacting the
Commission’s TDD terminal at 202–
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concerning the Commission may also be
obtained by accessing its internet server
at https://www.usitc.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
Section 335 of the Tariff Act of 1930
(19 U.S.C. 1335) authorizes the
Commission to adopt such reasonable
procedures, rules, and regulations as it
deems necessary to carry out its
functions and duties. This rulemaking
seeks to improve provisions of the
Commission’s existing Rules of Practice
and Procedure, including increasing the
efficiency of its proceedings and
reducing the burdens and costs on the
parties and the agency. The Commission
proposed amendments to its rules
governing proceedings conducted under
section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19
U.S.C. 1337), as well as Title VII of the
Tariff Act of 1930, which comprises 19
U.S.C. 1671–1677n, sections 201–202,
204, and 406 of the Trade Act of 1974
(19 U.S.C. 2251–2252, 2254, and 2436),
and sections 301–302 of the United
States-Mexico-Canada Implementation
Act (19 U.S.C. 4551–4552).
This rulemaking was undertaken to
make certain technical corrections, to
clarify certain provisions, to harmonize
different parts of the Commission’s
rules, and to address concerns that have
arisen in Commission practice. The
intended effect of the amendments is to
facilitate compliance with the
Commission’s Rules and improve the
administration of agency proceedings.
The Commission is concurrently
considering additional amendments to
its rules to be reflected in future Notices
of Proposed Rulemaking.
The current rulemaking is consistent
with the Commission’s plan to ensure
that the Commission’s rules are
effective, as detailed in the
Commission’s Plan for Retrospective
Analysis of Existing Rules, published
February 14, 2012, and found at 77 FR
8114. This plan was issued in response
to Executive Order 13579 of July 11,
2011, and established a process under
which the Commission will periodically
review its significant regulations to
determine whether any such regulations
should be modified, streamlined,
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expanded, or repealed so as to make the
agency’s regulatory program more
effective or less burdensome in
achieving regulatory objectives. This
process includes a general review of
existing regulations in 19 CFR parts 201,
206, 207, and 210.
Although the Commission considers
these rules to be procedural rules which
are excepted from notice-and-comment
under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(3)(A), the
Commission invited the public to
comment on all the proposed rules
amendments consistent with its
ordinary practice. This practice entails
the following steps: (1) publication of a
notice of proposed rulemaking
(‘‘NPRM’’); (2) solicitation of public
comments on the proposed
amendments; (3) Commission review of
public comments on the proposed
amendments; and (4) publication of
final amendments at least thirty (30)
days prior to their effective date. The
Commission published a NPRM in the
Federal Register at 89 FR 22012–39
(Mar. 28, 2024), proposing to amend the
Commission’s Rules of Practice and
Procedure concerning rules of general
application, safeguards, antidumping
and countervailing duty investigations,
and section 337 adjudication and
enforcement.
The NPRM requested public comment
on the proposed rules within sixty (60)
days of publication of the NPRM, i.e., by
May 20, 2024. The Commission received
four sets of comments from
organizations or law firms, including
one each from the ITC Trial Lawyers
Association (‘‘ITCTLA’’); the Customs
and International Bar Association
(‘‘CITBA’’); the ITC Modernization
Alliance (‘‘IMA’’); and the law firm of
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C
(‘‘Sterne Kessler’’). The IMA is a
coalition of companies in the
technology, telecom, and automotive
industries that have participated in
section 337 investigations, including
Amazon, Apple, Comcast, Google, HP,
Intel, Microsoft, and Samsung, among
others.
The Commission has carefully
considered all comments that it
received. The Commission’s response is
provided below in a section-by-section
analysis. The Commission appreciates
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Parts 142 and 194
[Docket No. FAA-2023-1275; Amdt. Nos. 142-11A and 194-1A]
RIN 2120-AL72
Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations;
Miscellaneous Amendments Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes;
Correction
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule; correction.
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SUMMARY: On November 21, 2024, the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) published a final rule titled ``Integration of Powered-Lift:
Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments Related to
Rotorcraft and Airplanes'' (RIN 2120-AL72). That final rule
inadvertently duplicated two tables in the regulatory text of the
Special Federal
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Aviation Regulation for powered-lift. This correction removes the
duplicates. Additionally, the FAA inadvertently cited an incorrect
paragraph in the Training center instructor eligibility requirements
section of the Code of Federal Regulations. This correction corrects
the paragraph reference.
DATES: This correction is effective January 21, 2025.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Christina Grabill, AFS-810, Federal
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC
20591; telephone (202) 267-1100; email [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On November 21, 2024, the ``Integration of
Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations'' final rule (RIN
2120-AL72) published in the Federal Register at 89 FR 92296. After
publication, the FAA discovered that two tables had been inadvertently
duplicated in the regulatory text of part 194, specifically table 1 to
Sec. 194.302 and table 1 to Sec. 194.306. These two tables detail the
provisions under parts 91 and 135 applicable to powered-lift,
respectively. The first instance of each table includes revisions made
prior to the publication of this rule while the second instance is the
outdated and incorrect table. These revisions include adding the phrase
``of this chapter,'' where appropriate, and removing redundant section
heading citations. This document corrects those tables by removing the
incorrect text from each section. Additionally, the FAA inadvertently
incorrectly cited a paragraph in Sec. 142.47(a)(5)(iv). The FAA had
intended to cite paragraph (a)(5)(i) but instead cited Sec.
142.47(a)(i). This document corrects that citation.
Corrections
In FR 2024-24886, published in the Federal Register of November 21,
2024, at 89 FR 92296, make the following corrections:
Sec. 142.47 [Corrected]
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1. On page 92489, in the first column, in Sec. 142.47, in paragraph
(a)(5)(iv) introductory text, ``(a)(i)'' is corrected to read
``(a)(5)(i)''.
0
2. Beginning on page 92499, table 1 to Sec. 194.302 is corrected to
read as follows:
Sec. 194.302 [Corrected]
* * * * *
Table 1 to Sec. 194.302
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Additional
Regulation Applicability requirements or
clarification
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Part 91, Subpart A General
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(a) Section 91.9(a) and (b) Applies to all The requirement for
of this chapter. powered-lift. an approved
Aircraft Flight
Manual is set forth
in the
airworthiness
criteria
established under
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
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Part 91, Subpart B Flight Rules
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(b) Section 91.103(b)(1) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift for which an
approved Aircraft
Flight Manual
containing takeoff
and landing
distance data is
required.
(c) Section 91.107(a)(3)(i) Applies to all The exception under
through (iii) of this powered-lift. Sec. 91.107(a)(3)
chapter. of this chapter for
seaplane and float
equipped rotorcraft
operations during
movement on the
surface applies to
persons pushing off
a powered-lift from
the dock or persons
mooring the powered-
lift at the dock.
(d) Section 91.119(d) of Applies to powered- Under Sec.
this chapter. lift operating in 91.119(d) of this
vertical-lift chapter, a powered-
flight mode. lift may be
operated in
vertical-lift
flight mode at less
than the minimums
prescribed in Sec.
91.119(b) or (c)
of this chapter,
provided each
person operating
the powered-lift
complies with any
routes or altitudes
specifically
prescribed for
powered-lift by the
FAA.
(e) Section 91.126(b)(1) of Applies to powered- If the powered-lift
this chapter. lift operating in is operating in
wing-borne flight vertical-lift
mode. flight mode, see
paragraph (f) of
this section.
(f) Section 91.126(b)(2) of Applies to powered- If the powered-lift
this chapter. lift operating in is operating in
vertical-lift wing-borne flight
flight mode. mode, see paragraph
(e) of this
section.
(g) Section 91.129(e)(1) and Applies to large or ....................
(2), (g)(2), and (h) of turbine-powered
this chapter. powered-lift.
(h) Section 91.129(e)(3) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift preparing to
land in wing-borne
flight mode.
(i) Section 91.129(f)(1) of Applies to powered- (1) If the powered-
this chapter. lift operating in lift is operating
wing-borne flight in vertical-lift
mode. flight mode, see
paragraph (j) of
this section.
(2) Section
91.129(f)(1) of
this chapter does
not apply when the
operator of a
powered-lift is
conducting a
circling approach
under part 97 of
this chapter or
when otherwise
requested by air
traffic control
(ATC).
(j) Section 91.129(f)(2) of Applies to powered- (1) If the powered-
this chapter. lift operating in lift is operating
vertical-lift in wing-borne
flight mode. flight mode, see
paragraph (i) of
this section.
(2) Section
91.129(f)(2) does
not apply when the
operator of a
powered-lift is
conducting a
circling approach
under part 97 of
this chapter or
when otherwise
requested by ATC.
(k) Section 91.131(a)(2) of Applies to large
this chapter. powered-lift.
(l) Section 91.151(a) and Applies to powered- (1) A powered-lift
(b) of this chapter. lift. with the
performance
capability, as
outlined in the
Aircraft Flight
Manual, to conduct
a landing in the
vertical-lift
flight mode along
the entire route of
flight may use the
VFR fuel
requirements
outlined in Sec.
91.151(b) of this
chapter.
(2) Powered-lift
unable to meet the
requirements of
paragraph (l)(1) of
this section must
use the rule
requirements
outlined in Sec.
91.151(a) of this
chapter.
(m) Section 91.155(a) of The helicopter (1) Except as
this chapter. provision under provided in Sec.
Sec. 91.155(a) of 91.155(b) of this
this chapter chapter, powered-
applies to powered- lift that meet the
lift operating in requirements of
vertical-lift paragraph (m) of
flight mode and at this section may
a speed that allows operate under the
the pilot to see helicopter VFR
any other traffic visibility minimums
or obstructions in outlined under Sec.
time to avoid a 91.155(a) of this
collision. chapter in class G
airspace.
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(2) Powered-lift
unable to meet the
requirements of
paragraph (m) of
this section must
use the VFR
visibility minimums
in Sec. 91.155(a)
of this chapter for
aircraft other than
helicopters.
(n) Section 91.155(b)(1) of Applies to powered- (1) Powered-lift
this chapter. lift operating in that meet the
the vertical-lift requirements of
flight mode and at paragraph (n) of
a speed that allows this section may
the pilot to see use the VFR
any other traffic visibility minimums
or obstructions in outlined in Sec.
time to avoid a 91.155(b)(1) of
collision. this chapter in
Class G airspace.
(2) Powered-lift
unable to meet the
requirements of
paragraph (n) of
this section must
use the visibility
minimums outlined
in Sec.
91.155(b)(2) of
this chapter.
(o) Section 91.155(b)(2) of Applies to powered- Powered-lift
this chapter. lift. operating in Class
G airspace that
cannot meet the
requirements of
paragraph (n) of
this section must
use the VFR
visibility minimums
outlined under Sec.
91.155(b)(2) of
this chapter.
(p) Section 91.157(b)(3), The helicopter ....................
(b)(4), and (c) of this exceptions outlined
chapter. in Sec.
91.157(b)(3),
(b)(4), and (c) of
this chapter apply
to powered-lift
operating in
vertical-lift
flight mode when
those aircraft are
operated at a speed
that allows the
pilot to see any
other traffic or
obstructions in
time to avoid a
collision.
(q) Section 91.167(a)(3) and The helicopter (1) Powered-lift
(b)(2)(ii) of this chapter. provisions in Sec. that meet the
91.167(a)(3) and requirements of
(b)(2)(ii) of this paragraph (q) of
chapter apply to this section may
powered-lift use the helicopter
authorized to provisions under
conduct copter Sec. 91.167(a)(3)
procedures and that and (b)(2)(ii) of
have the this chapter.
performance (2) Powered-lift
capability for the that are unable to
entire flight to meet the
conduct a landing requirements
in the vertical- outlined in
lift flight mode, paragraph (q) of
as outlined in the this section must
Aircraft Flight use the 45-minute
Manual. fuel requirement
outlined in Sec.
91.167(a)(3) of
this chapter and
the aircraft
requirement
outlined in Sec.
91.167(b)(2)(i) of
this chapter.
(r) Section 91.169(b)(2)(ii) Applies to powered- (1) Powered-lift
and (c)(1)(ii) of this lift authorized to that meet the
chapter. conduct copter requirements of
procedures and that paragraph (r) of
have the this section may
performance use the helicopter
capability to land provisions
in the vertical- specified in Sec.
lift flight mode, 91.169(b)(2)(ii)
as outlined in the and (c)(1)(ii) of
Aircraft Flight this chapter.
Manual.
(2) Powered-lift
that are unable to
meet the
requirements
outlined in
paragraph (r) of
this section must
use the
requirements for
aircraft other than
helicopters under
Sec.
91.169(b)(2)(i) and
(c)(1)(i) of this
chapter.
(s) Section Applies to powered- Powered-lift with
91.175(f)(2)(iii) of this lift with two two engines or less
chapter. engines or less, that are unable to
that takeoff in meet the
vertical-lift requirements
flight mode, and outlined in this
that are authorized paragraph (s) must
to conduct copter comply with Sec.
procedures. 91.175(f)(2)(i) of
this chapter.
(t) Section 91.175(f)(4)(i) Applies to part 135 ....................
of this chapter. of this chapter
powered-lift
operators required
to comply with
subpart I to part
135 of this chapter.
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Part 91, Subpart C Equipment, Instrument, and Certificate Requirements
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(u) Section 91.205(b)(11) Applies to small Position and anti-
and (14) of this chapter. powered-lift. collision lights
must meet Sec.
23.2530(b) of this
chapter.
(v) Section 91.205(d)(3)(i) Applies to powered-
of this chapter. lift certified for
instrument flight
rules operations.
(w) Section 91.207 of this Applies to all
chapter. powered-lift.
(x) Section 91.219 of this Applies to all
chapter. powered-lift.
(y) Section 91.223(a) and Applies to powered- Instead of terrain
(c) of this chapter. lift configured awareness and
with 6 or more warning system
passenger seats, (TAWS), powered-
excluding any pilot lift must be
seat. equipped with a
helicopter terrain
awareness and
warning system
(HTAWS) that meets
the requirements in
TSO-C194 and
Section 2 of RTCA
DO-309
(incorporated by
reference, see Sec.
194.109) or a FAA-
approved TAWS A/
HTAWS hybrid
system.
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Part 91, Subpart D Special Flight Operations
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(z) Section 91.313(g) of Applies to
this chapter. restricted category
small powered-lift.
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Part 91, Subpart E Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and Alterations
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(aa) Section 91.409(e) Applies to (1) Unless otherwise
through (h) of this chapter. technically- authorized by the
advanced powered- Administrator, a
lift which are technically
powered-lift advanced powered-
equipped with an lift must be
electronically equipped with an
advanced system in electronically
which the pilot advanced multi-
interfaces with a computer system
multi-computer that includes one
system with or more of the
increasing levels following installed
of automation in components:
order to aviate, (i) An electronic
navigate, or Primary Flight
communicate. Display (PFD) that
includes, at a
minimum, an
airspeed indicator,
turn coordinator,
attitude indicator,
heading indicator,
altimeter, and
vertical speed
indicator;
(ii) An electronic
Multifunction
Display (MFD) that
includes, at a
minimum, a moving
map using Global
Positioning System
(GPS) navigation
with the aircraft
position displayed;
(iii) A multi-axis
autopilot
integrated with the
navigation and
heading guidance
system; and
(iv) Aircraft design
with advanced fly-
by-wire-flight
control system that
utilizes
electronically
operated controls
with no direct
mechanical link
from the pilot to
the control
surfaces.
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(2) The display
elements described
in paragraphs
(aa)(1)(i) and (ii)
of this section
must be
continuously
visible.
(bb) Section 91.411 of this Applies to all
chapter. powered-lift.
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Part 91, Subpart F Large and Turbine-Powered Multiengine Airplanes and
Fractional Ownership Program Aircraft
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(cc) Section 91.501 of this Applies to large Any sections or
chapter. powered-lift paragraphs within
regardless of sections to subpart
powerplant, as well F to part 91 of
as powered-lift this chapter that
operating under refer to a specific
subpart K to part category of
91 of this chapter, aircraft and that
and subject to any are not referenced
limitations in this table or
outlined in this the table to Sec.
part. 194.306, do not
apply to powered-
lift.
(dd) Section 91.503 of this Applies to powered- Powered-lift may
chapter. lift subject to the comply with Sec.
requirements of 91.503(a)(5) of
subpart F to part this chapter by
91 of this chapter having the
as specified in appropriate engine
paragraph (cc) of or multiple-engines
this section. inoperative climb
performance data
available at the
pilot station of
the aircraft.
(ee) Section 91.505 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift subject to the
requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
(ff) Section 91.507 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift subject to the
requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
(gg) Section 91.509 of this Applies to powered- (1) Powered-lift
chapter. lift subject to the operating over
requirements of water under Sec.
subpart F to part 91.509(a) or (b) of
91 of this chapter this chapter may
as specified in use either the
paragraph (cc) of nearest shore or
this section. the nearest off-
shore heliport
structure by which
to measure the
nautical mile
limits provided in
Sec. 91.509(a)
and (b).
(2) The lifeline
required by Sec.
91.509(b)(5) of
this chapter must
be stored in
accordance with
Sec. 25.1411(g)
of this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(hh) Section 91.511 of this Applies to powered- Powered-lift
chapter. lift subject to the operating over
requirements of water under Sec.
subpart F to part 91.511(a) of this
91 of this chapter chapter may use
as specified in either the nearest
paragraph (cc) of shore or the
this section. nearest off-shore
heliport structure
by which to measure
the nautical mile
limits provided in
Sec. 91.511(a).
(ii) Section 91.513 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift subject to the
requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
(jj) Section 91.515 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift subject to the
requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
(kk) Section 91.517 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift subject to the
requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
(ll) Section 91.519 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift subject to the
requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
(mm) Section 91.521 of this Applies to large The safety belt and
chapter. powered-lift shoulder harness
subject to the required by Sec.
requirements of 91.521 of this
subpart F to part chapter must comply
91 of this chapter with Sec. 25.785
as specified in of this chapter or
paragraph (cc) of such airworthiness
this section. criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(nn) Section 91.523 of this Applies to powered- The carry-on baggage
chapter. lift having a required by Sec.
seating capacity of 91.523 of this
more than 19 chapter must be
passengers subject stowed such that it
to the requirements can withstand the
of subpart F to inertia forces
part 91 of this specified in Sec.
chapter as 25.561(b)(3) of
specified in this chapter or
paragraph (cc) of such airworthiness
this section. criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(oo) Section 91.525 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift subject to the
requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
(pp) Section 91.527(a) of Applies to powered- (1) Powered-lift
this chapter. lift subject to the critical surfaces,
requirements of as outlined in the
subpart F to part Aircraft Flight
91 of this chapter Manual for that
as specified in aircraft, must also
paragraph (cc) of be determined to be
this section. free of frost, ice,
or snow.
(2) Powered-lift
critical surfaces
under this section
are determined by
the manufacturer.
(qq) Section 91.527(b)(2) Applies to powered- Instead of Sec.
and (3) of this chapter. lift subject to the 91.527(b)(2) and
requirements of (3) of this
subpart F to part chapter, to operate
91 of this chapter instrument flight
as specified in rules (IFR) into
paragraph (cc) of known light or
this section. moderate icing
conditions or VFR
into known light or
moderate icing
conditions, an
operator must
comply with Sec.
194.306(xx).
(rr) Section 91.527(c) of Applies to powered- No pilot may fly a
this chapter. lift subject to the powered-lift into
requirements of known or forecast
subpart F to part severe icing
91 of this chapter conditions.
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
(ss) Section 91.531(a)(1) Applies to powered- ....................
and (2), (b), and (c) of lift subject to the
this chapter. requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section and
that meet the
additional
requirements as set
forth in each
paragraph of Sec.
91.531 of this
chapter; Sec.
91.531(b)(2) of
this chapter
applies to large
powered-lift that
meet the additional
requirements set
forth in that
paragraph.
(tt) Section 91.533 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift subject to the
requirements of
subpart F to part
91 of this chapter
as specified in
paragraph (cc) of
this section.
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Part 91, Subpart G Additional Equipment and Operating Requirements for
Large and Transport Category Aircraft
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(uu) Section 91.603 of this Applies to large The aural speed
chapter. powered-lift. warning device
required by Sec.
91.603 of this
chapter must comply
with Sec.
25.1303(c)(1) of
this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(vv) Section 91.605(b)(1) of Applies to large The Aircraft Flight
this chapter. powered-lift. Manual must contain
the takeoff weight
performance
information.
(ww) Section 91.605(b)(2) of Applies to large The Aircraft Flight
this chapter. powered-lift. Manual must contain
the landing
performance
information.
(xx) Section 91.605(b)(3), Applies to large ....................
(b)(4)(ii), and (c) of this powered-lift that
chapter. execute takeoff
operations using
wing-borne lift and
that have takeoff
performance
information
contained in the
Aircraft Flight
Manual.
(yy) Section 91.609(c), (d), Paragraph (c) of (1) Operators of
(e), (i), and (j) of this Sec. 91.609 of powered-lift having
chapter. this chapter a passenger seating
applies to powered- configuration,
lift with a excluding any pilot
passenger seating seat, of 10 or more
configuration, must comply with
excluding any pilot Sec. 194.310 or
seats, of 10 or Sec. 194.311 in
more seats; Sec. lieu of the
91.609(e) of this appendices
chapter applies to referenced in Sec.
powered-lift with a 91.609(c)(1) of
passenger seating this chapter.
configuration of (2) For compliance
six or more seats with Sec.
and for which two 91.609(c)(3),
pilots are required (e)(1), and (i) of
by type this chapter,
certification or powered-lift must
operating rule; comply with the
Sec. 91.609(d) of certification
this chapter provisions listed
applies to powered- in those paragraphs
lift required by or such
that section to airworthiness
have a flight data criteria as the FAA
recorder; and Sec. may find provide an
91.609(i) and (j) equivalent level of
of this chapter safety in
apply to powered- accordance with
lift required by Sec. 21.17(b) of
that section to this chapter.
have a cockpit (3) Under Sec.
voice recorder and 91.609(d) of this
a flight data chapter, the flight
recorder. recorder must
operate
continuously from
the earlier of when
the powered-lift
begins the takeoff
roll or begins lift-
off until the later
of when the powered-
lift completes the
landing roll or
lands at its
destination.
(zz) Section 91.613(b)(2) of Applies to large The thermal/acoustic
this chapter. powered-lift. installation
materials required
by Sec.
91.613(b)(2) of
this chapter must
meet the
requirements of
Sec. 25.856 of
this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
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Part 91, Subpart K Fractional Ownership Operations
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(aaa) Section 91.1037 of Applies to large If a powered-lift
this chapter. powered-lift operator is
subject to the required to comply
requirements of with this section,
subpart K to part the operator must
91 of this chapter also comply with
that are Sec.
certificated to 91.1025(o)(7) of
conduct landing this chapter.
operations in wing-
borne flight mode
as indicated in the
Aircraft Flight
Manual.
(bbb) Section 91.1041(b) and Applies to all ....................
(d) of this chapter. powered-lift
subject to the
requirements of
subpart K to part
91 of this chapter.
(ccc) Section 91.1045(a) of Applies to powered- Under Sec.
this chapter. lift subject to the 91.1045(a)(3) of
requirements of this chapter,
subpart K to part instead of TAWS,
91 of this chapter powered-lift must
with a passenger- be equipped with a
seat configuration helicopter terrain
of more than 30 awareness and
seats or a payload warning system
capacity of more (HTAWS) that meets
than 7,500 pounds. the requirements in
TSO-C194 and
Section 2 of RTCA
DO-309
(incorporated by
reference, see Sec.
194.109) or a FAA-
approved TAWS A/
HTAWS hybrid
system.
(ddd) Section 91.1045(b) of Applies to powered- Compliance with Sec.
this chapter. lift subject to the 91.1045(b)(3) of
requirements of this chapter
subpart K to part requires a
91 of this chapter helicopter terrain
with a passenger- awareness and
seat configuration warning system that
of 30 seats or complies with Sec.
fewer, excluding 194.306(s).
each crewmember,
and a payload
capacity of 7,500
pounds or less.
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0
3. Beginning on page 92506, table 1 to Sec. 194.306 is corrected to
read as follows:
Sec. 194.306 [Corrected]
* * * * *
Table 1 to Sec. 194.306
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Additional
Regulation Applicability requirements or
clarification
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Part 135, Subpart A General
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(a) Section 135.1(a)(9) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift conducting
operations in
accordance with
subpart L of part
135 of this chapter.
(b) Section 135.23(r) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift required to
comply with Sec.
135.385 of this
chapter as set
forth in paragraphs
(hhh) and (iii) of
this section.
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Part 135, Subpart B Flight Operations
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(c) Section 135.93(a) Applies to all (1) The requirements
through (f) of this chapter. powered-lift. referencing an
Airplane Flight
Manual under Sec.
135.93(b) of this
chapter apply to a
powered-lift's
Aircraft Flight
Manual.
(2) Under Sec.
135.93(c) of this
chapter, no person
operating a powered-
lift may use an
autopilot enroute,
including climb and
descent, below the
following--
(i) Either:
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(A) At a minimum
engagement altitude
specified in the
Aircraft Flight
Manual; or
(B) If no minimum
engagement altitude
is specified, 500
feet, or at an
altitude that is no
lower than twice
the altitude loss
specified in the
Aircraft Flight
Manual for an
autopilot
malfunction in
cruise conditions,
whichever is
greater; or
(ii) Notwithstanding
the requirements of
paragraphs
(c)(2)(i)(A) and
(B) of this
section, at an
altitude specified
by the
Administrator.
(d) Section 135.117(a)(9) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift conducting
operations beyond
the autorotational
distance from the
shoreline, as
defined in Sec.
135.168(a) of this
chapter, or gliding
distance of a
shoreline.
(e) Section 135.128(a) of Applies to all The exception under
this chapter. powered-lift. Sec. 135.128(a)
of this chapter for
seaplane and float
equipped rotorcraft
operations during
movement on the
surface applies to
persons pushing off
a powered-lift from
the dock or persons
mooring the powered-
lift at the dock.
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Part 135, Subpart C Aircraft and Equipment
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(f) Section 135.145(b) of Applies to all ....................
this chapter. powered-lift unless
the certificate
holder has
previously proven a
powered-lift under
part 135 of this
chapter.
(g) Section 135.145(d)(1) of Applies to all ....................
this chapter. powered-lift unless
a powered-lift of
the same make or
similar design has
been proven or
validated by that
certificate holder
under part 135 of
this chapter.
(h) Section 135.150(a)(7) of Applies to large The public address
this chapter. powered-lift with a system required by
passenger seating Sec.
configuration, 135.150(a)(7) of
excluding any pilot this chapter must
seat, of more than comply with Sec.
19. 25.1423 of this
chapter or such
airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(i) Section 135.150(b)(7) of Applies to large The crewmember
this chapter. powered-lift with a interphone system
passenger seating must comply with
configuration, the requirements of
excluding any pilot Sec.
seat, of more than 135.150(b)(7) of
19. this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(j) Section 135.151(a) of Applies to powered- The cockpit voice
this chapter. lift with a recorder must be
passenger seating installed and
configuration of equipped in
six or more seats accordance with the
and for which two certification
pilots are required provisions listed
by certification or in Sec.
operating rules. 135.151(a)(1) of
this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(k) Section 135.151(b) of Applies to powered- The cockpit voice
this chapter. lift with a recorder must be
passenger seating installed and
configuration of 20 equipped in
or more seats. accordance with the
certification
provisions listed
in Sec.
135.151(b)(1) of
this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(l) Section 135.151(d) of Applies to large The cockpit voice
this chapter. powered-lift or recorder required
powered-lift by Sec.
equipped with a 135.151(d) of this
cockpit voice chapter must record
recorder. the uninterrupted
audio signal
received by a boom
or mask microphone
in accordance with
Sec.
25.1457(c)(5) of
this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(m) Section 135.151(g)(1) of Applies to powered- The cockpit voice
this chapter. lift with a recorder must be
passenger seating installed and
configuration of equipped in
six or more seats, accordance with the
for which two appropriate
pilots are required certification
by certification or provisions listed
operating rules, in Sec.
and that are 135.151(g)(1)(i)
required to have a and (iv) of this
flight data chapter or such
recorder under Sec. airworthiness
135.152 of this criteria as the FAA
chapter. may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(n) Section 135.151(g)(2) of Applies to powered- The cockpit voice
this chapter. lift with a recorder must be
passenger seating installed and
configuration of 20 equipped in
or more seats and accordance with the
that is required to appropriate
have a flight data certification
recorder under Sec. provisions listed
135.152 of this in Sec.
chapter. 135.151(g)(2)(i)
and (iv) of this
chapter or such
airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(o) Section 135.151(h) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift required to
have a cockpit
voice recorder and
a flight data
recorder under part
135 with installed
datalink
communication
equipment.
(p) Section 135.152(a) of Section 135.152(a) Powered-lift
this chapter. of this chapter operators must
applies to powered- comply with Sec.
lift with a 194.312 or Sec.
passenger seating 194.313 in lieu of
configuration of 10 the appendices
to 19 seats. referenced in Sec.
135.152 of this
chapter.
(q) Section 135.152(b) Section 135.152(b) ....................
introductory text and introductory text
(b)(3) of this chapter. and (b)(3) apply to
powered-lift with a
passenger seating
configuration of 20
to 30 seats.
(r) Section 135.152(c), (d), Applies to powered- (1) The flight
(f), and (j) of this lift with a recorder must be
chapter. passenger seating installed and
configuration, equipped in
excluding accordance with the
crewmember seats, appropriate
of 10 to 30. certification
provisions listed
in Sec. 135.152
of this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(2) Certificate
holders must keep
the recorded data
until the powered-
lift has been
operating for at
least 25 hours.
(3) The powered-lift
flight recorder
must be operated
continuously from
the instant the
powered-lift begins
the takeoff roll or
lift-off until the
landing is
completed.
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(s) Section 135.154(a) and Applies to powered- Instead of TAWS,
(c) of this chapter. lift configured powered-lift must
with 6 or more be equipped with a
passenger seats, helicopter terrain
excluding any pilot awareness and
seat. warning system
(HTAWS) that meets
the requirements in
TSO-C194 and
Section 2 of RTCA
DO-309
(incorporated by
reference, see Sec.
194.109) or a FAA-
approved TAWS A/
HTAWS hybrid
system.
(t) Section 135.158 of this Applies to powered- Under Sec.
chapter. lift equipped with 135.158(a) of this
a flight instrument chapter, no person
pitot heating may operate a
system. powered-lift
equipped with a
flight instrument
pitot heating
system unless the
aircraft is also
equipped with an
operable pitot heat
indication system
that complies with
Sec. 23.2605 or
Sec. 25.1326 of
this chapter, or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter that
provides an alert
that is in clear
view of a
flightcrew member.
(u) Section 135.159(a)(1) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift with a third
attitude instrument
system that meets
the requirements of
Sec.
135.159(a)(1) of
this chapter.
(v) Section 135.160 of this Applies to all
chapter. powered-lift.
(w) Section 135.163(g) of Applies to all The two required
this chapter. powered-lift. generators may be
mounted on a
drivetrain that is
driven by two
separate
powerplants as
outlined in Sec.
135.163(g) of this
chapter for multi-
engine helicopters.
(x) Section 135.165(d) of Applies to powered-
this chapter. lift having a
passenger seat
configuration,
excluding any pilot
seat, of 10 seats
or more, or a
powered-lift in a
commuter operation,
as defined in part
119 of this chapter.
(y) Section 135.165(g)(1) of Applies to powered-
this chapter. lift for purposes
of approving a
single long-range
navigation system
and a single long-
range communication
system for extended
over-water
operations.
(z) Section 135.168 of this Applies to powered- (1) The life
chapter. lift operating preserver required
beyond by Sec.
autorotational 135.168(b)(1) of
distance or gliding this chapter need
distance from the not be worn but
shoreline. must be readily
available for its
intended use and
easily accessible
to each occupant
when the powered-
lift is a
multiengine
aircraft operated
at a weight that
will allow it to
climb, with the
critical engine
inoperative or
while experiencing
a critical change
of thrust, at least
50 feet a minute,
at an altitude of
1,000 feet above
the surface.
(2) For powered-lift
unable to meet the
requirements of
paragraph (z)(1) of
this section, the
occupants must wear
life preservers
during the flight.
(3) For purposes of
paragraphs (z),
(ii), (jj), and
(kk) of this
section, critical
change of thrust
means a failure
that would most
adversely affect
the performance or
handling qualities
of an aircraft.
(aa) Section 135.169(a) of Applies to large Powered-lift must
this chapter. powered-lift. comply with
appropriate
certification
provisions listed
in Sec.
135.169(a) of this
chapter or such
airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(bb) Section 135.169(b)(1) Applies to small (1) Under Sec.
and (b)(8) of this chapter. powered-lift with a 135.169(b)(1) of
passenger seating this chapter, small
configuration, powered-lift with a
excluding pilot passenger seating
seats, of 10 seats configuration of 10
or more. seats or more must
comply with the
applicable
requirements for
transport category
powered-lift or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(2) Under Sec.
135.169(b)(8) of
this chapter, small
powered-lift with a
passenger seating
configuration of 10
seats or more must
comply with the
applicable
requirements under
part 23 of this
chapter referenced
in Sec.
135.169(b)(8) of
this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(cc) Section 135.169(d) of Applies to large The cargo and
this chapter. powered-lift with a baggage
cargo or baggage compartments
compartment of 200 required by Sec.
cubic feet or 135.169(d) of this
greater. chapter must comply
with the
certification
provisions listed
in that paragraph
or such
airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(dd) Section 135.170(b)(1) Applies to large Powered-lift must
of this chapter. powered-lift; Sec. comply with
135.170(b)(1)(ii) appropriate
applies to large certification
powered-lift with a provisions listed
passenger capacity in Sec.
of 20 or more. 135.170(b)(1) of
this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(ee) Section 135.170(b)(2) Applies to large The seat cushions
of this chapter. powered-lift. required by Sec.
135.170(b)(2) of
this chapter must
comply with Sec.
25.853 of this
chapter or such
airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(ff) Section 135.170(c)(2) Applies to large The seat cushions
of this chapter. powered-lift. required by Sec.
135.170(c)(2) of
this chapter must
comply with Sec.
25.856 of this
chapter or such
airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(gg) Section 135.178 of this Applies to powered- The additional
chapter. lift having a emergency equipment
passenger-seating must comply with
configuration of appropriate
more than 19 seats. certification
provisions listed
in Sec. 135.178
of this chapter or
such airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
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(hh) Section 135.180 of this Applies to powered- The Aircraft Flight
chapter. lift with a Manual must contain
passenger seat the information
configuration, outlined in Sec.
excluding any pilot 135.180(b) of this
seat, of 10 to 30 chapter.
seats.
(ii) Section 135.181(a)(2) Applies to powered- No person may
of this chapter. lift. operate a
multiengine powered-
lift carrying
passengers over-the-
top or in IFR
conditions at a
weight that will
not allow it to
climb, with the
critical engine
inoperative or
while experiencing
a critical change
of thrust as
defined in
paragraph (z) of
this section, at
least 50 feet a
minute when
operating at the
MEAs of the route
to be flown or
5,000 feet MSL,
whichever is
higher.
(jj) Section 135.181(b) of Applies to powered- Multiengine powered-
this chapter. lift conducting lift carrying
offshore passenger passengers offshore
operations. may conduct such
operations in over-
the-top or in IFR
conditions at a
weight that will
allow the powered-
lift to climb at
least 50 feet per
minute with the
critical engine
inoperative or
while experiencing
a critical change
of thrust as
defined in
paragraph (z) of
this section, when
operating at the
MEA of the route to
be flown or 1,500
feet MSL, whichever
is higher.
(kk) Section 135.183(c) of Applies to powered- No person may
this chapter. lift. operate a land
aircraft carrying
passengers over
water unless it is
a multiengine
aircraft operated
at a weight that
will allow it to
climb, with the
critical engine
inoperative or
while experiencing
a critical change
of thrust as
defined in
paragraph (z) of
this section, at
least 50 feet a
minute, at an
altitude of 1,000
feet above the
surface.
(ll) Section 135.183(d) of Applies if the ....................
this chapter. powered-lift is
equipped with
flotation devices
and carrying
passengers over
water.
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Part 135, Subpart D VFR/IFR Operating Limitations and Weather
Requirements
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(mm) Section 135.203(a) of Applies to powered- The Administrator
this chapter. lift except those may authorize a
operating in the lower minimum
vertical-lift altitude for a
flight mode under powered-lift if the
paragraph (nn) of FAA has determined,
this section. during type
certification, the
lower minimum
altitude enables a
transition from
wing-borne to
vertical-lift
flight mode and the
aircraft can
conduct a safe
autorotation, or an
approved equivalent
maneuver, to a
landing but no
lower than 300 feet
above the surface.
(nn) Section 135.203(b) of Applies to powered- Powered-lift that do
this chapter. lift operating in not meet the
vertical-lift requirements of
flight mode that this paragraph (nn)
are certificated must use the VFR
and able to conduct minimum altitudes
an autorotation or outlined in
an approved paragraph (mm) of
equivalent maneuver this section.
to a landing.
(oo) Section 135.205(a) of Applies to all ....................
this chapter. powered-lift except
as provided in
paragraph (pp) of
this section.
(pp) Section 135.205(b) of Applies to powered- Powered-lift that do
this chapter. lift operating in not meet the
vertical-lift requirements of
flight mode and at this paragraph (pp)
a speed that allows must use the VFR
the pilot adequate visibility
opportunity to see requirements
and avoid any other outlined in Sec.
air traffic or any 135.205(a) of this
obstructions in chapter.
time to avoid a
collision.
(qq) Section 135.207 of this Applies if the ....................
chapter. powered-lift does
not have the flight
instrumentation
listed in Sec.
135.159 of this
chapter installed
and operable.
(rr) Section 135.209(a) of Applies to all (1) The
this chapter. powered-lift except Administrator may
as provided in authorize
paragraph (ss) of deviations from
this section. Sec. 135.209(a)
of this chapter for
specific routes
with one or more
predetermined
suitable landing
areas if the FAA
finds the operation
can be conducted
safely. If the
Administrator
authorizes such a
deviation, an
operations
specification will
be issued to the
operator
containing, at a
minimum, the
specific routes and
the VFR fuel
reserve specified
in minutes. The
Administrator may,
at any time,
terminate any grant
of deviation
authority issued
under this
paragraph.
(2) Suitable landing
area for purposes
of this paragraph
(rr) and paragraph
(ss) of this
section means an
area that provides
the operator
reasonable
capability to land
without causing
undue hazard to
persons or
property. These
suitable landing
areas must be site
specific,
designated by the
operator, and
accepted by the
FAA.
(ss) Section 135.209(b) of Applies to powered- The Administrator
this chapter. lift with the may authorize
performance deviations from
capability, as Sec. 135.209(b)
provided in the of this chapter for
Aircraft Flight specific routes
Manual, for the with one or more
entire flight to predetermined
conduct a landing suitable landing
in the vertical- areas if the FAA
lift flight mode. finds the operation
can be conducted
safely. If the
Administrator
authorizes such a
deviation, an
operations
specification will
be issued to the
operator
containing, at a
minimum, the
specific routes and
the VFR fuel
reserve specified
in minutes. The
Administrator may,
at any time,
terminate any grant
of deviation
authority issued
under this
paragraph.
(tt) Section 135.221(b) of Applies to powered- Powered-lift that do
this chapter. lift authorized to not meet these
conduct copter criteria must use
procedures and the alternate
which can land in airport minimums
the vertical-lift specified for
flight mode, as aircraft in Sec.
provided in the 135.221(a) of this
Aircraft Flight chapter.
Manual.
(uu) Section 135.223(a)(3) Applies to powered- (1) A powered-lift
of this chapter. lift authorized to that meets the
conduct copter requirements of
procedures and that paragraph (uu) of
have the this section may
performance use the 30-minute
capability, as fuel requirements
provided in the specified for
Aircraft Flight helicopters in Sec.
Manual, to conduct 135.223(a)(3) of
a landing in the this chapter.
vertical-lift (2) Powered-lift
flight mode for the that are unable to
entire flight. meet the
requirements
outlined in
paragraph (uu) of
this section must
use the 45-minute
fuel requirement
outlined in Sec.
135.223(a)(3) of
this chapter.
(vv) Section 135.225(e) of Applies to all
this chapter. powered-lift.
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(ww) Section 135.227(b) of Applies to all (1) Powered-lift
this chapter. powered-lift. critical surfaces,
as outlined in the
aircraft flight
manual for that
aircraft, must also
be determined to be
free of frost, ice,
or snow.
(2) Powered-lift
critical surfaces
under this section
are determined by
the manufacturer.
(xx) Section 135.227(d) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift that are type
certificated and
appropriately
equipped for
operations in icing
conditions.
(yy) Section Applies to powered- If a powered-lift is
135.229(b)(2)(ii) of this lift taking off or not taking off or
chapter. landing in vertical- landing in vertical-
lift flight mode lift flight mode
and equipped with and is not equipped
landing lights with landing lights
oriented in a oriented in a
direction that direction that
enables the pilot enables the pilot
to see the area to to see the area to
be used for landing be used for landing
or takeoff marked or takeoff marked
by reflective by reflective
material. material, the
powered-lift must
take off or land at
an airport with
boundary or runway
marker lights.
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Part 135, Subpart F Crewmember Flight Time and Duty Period Limitations
and Rest Requirements
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(zz) Section 135.271 of this Applies to powered- ....................
chapter. lift conducting
operations in
accordance with
subpart L to part
135 of this chapter.
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Part 135, Subpart I Airplane Performance Operating Limitations
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(aaa) Section 135.361(a) of As applicable to Any sections or
this chapter. each powered-lift paragraphs within
considering size sections to subpart
and certification I to part 135 of
basis and subject this chapter that
to any limitations refer to a specific
outlined in this category of
part. aircraft and that
are not referenced
in the table 1 to
Sec. 194.302 or
this table, do not
apply to powered-
lift.
(bbb) Section 135.363(b) As applicable to ....................
through (e) of this chapter. each powered-lift,
regardless of power
plant type,
considering size
and certification
basis.
(ccc) Section 135.363(f) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift that must
comply with Sec.
Sec. 135.365
through 135.387 of
this chapter as set
forth in paragraphs
(ddd) through (jjj)
of this section.
(ddd) Section 135.379(a) and Applies to large The Aircraft Flight
(d) of this chapter. powered-lift. Manual must contain
the takeoff weight
performance
information.
(eee) Section 135.379(c), Applies to large The accelerate-stop
(e), (f), and (g) of this powered-lift distance required
chapter. certificated to by Sec.
conduct takeoff 135.379(c)(1) of
operations that this chapter must
utilize wing-borne comply with Sec.
lift as indicated 25.109 of this
in the aircraft chapter or such
flight manual. airworthiness
criteria as the FAA
may find provide an
equivalent level of
safety in
accordance with
Sec. 21.17(b) of
this chapter.
(fff) Section 135.381 of Applies to large ....................
this chapter. powered-lift
(ggg) Section 135.383(c) of Applies to large ....................
this chapter. powered-lift
(hhh) Section 135.385(a) of Applies to large The Aircraft Flight
this chapter. powered-lift. Manual must contain
the landing weight
performance
information.
(iii) Section 135.385(b), Applies to large Section 135.385(f)
(d), (e), and (f) of this powered-lift only applies to
chapter. certificated to eligible on-demand
conduct landing operators.
operations that
utilize wing-borne
lift and that have
landing performance
information
contained in the
aircraft flight
manual.
(jjj) Section 135.387(a) and Applies to large (1) Powered-lift
(b) of this chapter. powered-lift operating under
certificated to Sec. 135.387(a)
conduct landing of this chapter
operations that must be able to
utilize wing-borne complete a full
lift and that have stop landing within
landing performance 60 percent of the
information effective length of
contained in the the runway.
aircraft flight
manual.
(2) Section
135.387(b) only
applies to eligible
on-demand
operators.
(kkk) Section 135.397(b) of Applies to small The Aircraft Flight
this chapter. powered-lift having Manual must contain
a passenger-seating the takeoff and
configuration of landing weight
more than 19 seats performance
and that utilize information.
wing-borne lift
during takeoff and
landing.
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Part 135, Subpart J Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and Alterations
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(lll) Section 135.429(d) of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift that operate
in remote areas or
sites
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Part 135, Subpart L Helicopter Air Ambulance Equipment, Operations, and
Training Requirements
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(mmm) Section 135.601 of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift conducting
operations in
accordance with
subpart L to part
135 of this chapter.
(nnn) Section 135.603 of Applies to powered- (1) Under Sec.
this chapter. lift conducting 135.603 of this
operations in chapter, no
accordance with certificate holder
subpart L to part may use, nor may
135 of this chapter. any person serve
as, a pilot in
command of an air
ambulance operation
unless that person
meets the
requirements of
Sec. 135.243 of
this chapter and
holds a powered-
lift instrument
rating or an
airline transport
pilot certificate
with a category
rating for that
aircraft, that is
not limited to VFR.
(2) See Sec.
194.249 of this
chapter for
references to class
in part 135 of this
chapter.
(ooo) Section 135.605 of Applies to powered- Powered-lift must be
this chapter. lift conducting equipped with a
operations in helicopter terrain
accordance with awareness and
subpart L to part warning system
135 of this chapter. (HTAWS) that meets
the requirements in
TSO-C194 and
Section 2 of RTCA
DO-309
(incorporated by
reference, see Sec.
194.109) or a FAA-
approved TAWS A/
HTAWS hybrid
system.
(ppp) Section 135.607 of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift conducting
operations in
accordance with
subpart L to part
135 of this chapter.
(qqq) Section 135.609 of Applies to powered- (1) For
this chapter. lift conducting nonmountainous
operations in local flying areas,
accordance with powered-lift must
subpart L to part comply with the
135 of this chapter. following weather
minimums:
(i) During day
operations in a
vertical-lift or
wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of
800 feet and
visibility of 2 SM;
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(ii) During night
operations in a
vertical-lift
flight mode, a
ceiling of 800 feet
and visibility of 3
SM; and
(iii) During night
operations in a
wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of
1,500 feet and
visibility of 3 SM.
(2) For
nonmountainous, non-
local flying areas,
powered-lift must
comply with the
following weather
minimums:
(i) During day
operations in a
vertical-lift or
wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of
800 feet and
visibility of 3 SM;
(ii) During night
operations in a
vertical-lift
flight mode, a
ceiling of 1,000
feet and visibility
of 3 SM.
(iii) During night
operations in a
wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of
1,500 feet and
visibility of 3 SM.
(3) For mountainous
local flying areas,
powered-lift must
comply with the
following weather
minimums:
(i) During day
operations in a
vertical-lift or
wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of
800 feet and
visibility of 3 SM;
(ii) During night
operations in a
vertical-lift
flight mode, a
ceiling of 1,000
feet and visibility
of 3 SM.
(iii) During night
operations in a
wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of
2,500 feet and
visibility of 3 SM.
(4) For mountainous
non-local flying
areas, powered-lift
must comply with
the following
weather minimums:
(i) During day
operations in a
vertical-lift or
wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of
1,000 feet and
visibility of 3 SM;
and
(ii) During night
operations in a
vertical-lift
flight mode, a
ceiling of 1,000
feet and visibility
of 5 SM;
(iii) During night
operations in a
wing-borne flight
mode, a ceiling of
2,500 feet and
visibility of 5 SM.
(rrr) Section 135.611 of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift conducting
operations in
accordance with
subpart L to part
135 of this chapter.
(sss) Section 135.613(a) of Applies to powered- (1) Section
this chapter. lift conducting 135.613(a)(1) of
operations in this chapter only
accordance with applies to powered-
subpart L to part lift equipped and
135 of this chapter. certified to
conduct PinS
approaches
annotated with a
``Proceed VFR''
segment.
(2) The applicable
VFR weather
minimums under Sec.
135.613(a)(2) of
this chapter for
powered-lift
operating in the
wing-borne flight
mode are:
(i) For Day
Operations: No less
than a 1,000-foot
ceiling and 2
statute miles
flight visibility;
and
(ii) For Night
Operations: No less
than a 1,500-foot
ceiling and 3
statute miles
flight visibility.
(3) The applicable
VFR weather
minimums under Sec.
135.613(a)(2) of
this chapter for
powered-lift
operating in the
vertical-lift mode
are:
(i) For Day
Operations: No less
than a 600-foot
ceiling and 2
statute miles
flight visibility;
and
(ii) For Night
Operations: No less
than a 600-foot
ceiling and 3
statute miles
flight visibility.
(ttt) Section 135.613(b) of Applies to powered- (1) Under Sec.
this chapter. lift conducting 135.613(b)(1) of
operations in this chapter, for
accordance with transitions from
subpart L to part VFR to IFR upon
135. departure, the VFR
weather minimums
outlined for
powered-lift under
paragraph (sss) of
this section apply
if:
(i) An FAA-approved
obstacle departure
procedure is
followed; and
(ii) An IFR
clearance is
obtained on or
before reaching a
predetermined
location that is
not more than 3 NM
from the departure
location.
(2) Under Sec.
135.613(b)(2) of
this chapter, if
the departure does
not meet the
requirements of
paragraph (ttt)(1)
of this section,
the VFR weather
minimums required
by the SFAR for the
class of airspace
apply.
(uuu) Section 135.615 of Applies to powered- (1) For powered-lift
this chapter. lift conducting operating in wing-
operations in borne flight mode
accordance with during the enroute
subpart L to part phase of flight,
135 of this chapter. under Sec.
135.615(a)(3), (b),
and (c) of this
chapter, the
following minimums
apply:
(i) For day
operations: no less
than 500 feet above
the surface or no
less than 500 feet
horizontally from
any obstacle; or
(ii) For night
operations: at an
altitude no less
than 1,000 feet
above the highest
obstacle within a
horizontal distance
of 5 miles from the
course intended to
be flown or, in
designated
mountainous
terrain, no less
than 2,000 feet
above the highest
obstacle within a
horizontal distance
of 5 miles from the
course intended to
be flown.
(2) For powered-lift
operating in
vertical-lift
flight mode during
the enroute phase
of flight, under
Sec.
135.615(a)(3), (b),
and (c) of this
chapter, the
following minimums
apply:
(i) No less than 300
feet for day
operations.
(ii) No less than
500 feet for night
operations.
(vvv) Section 135.617 of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift conducting
operations in
accordance with
subpart L to part
135 of this chapter.
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(www) Section 135.619 of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift operators with
10 or more powered-
lift, helicopters,
or any combination
thereof, assigned
to the certificate
holder's operations
specifications for
air ambulance
operations.
(xxx) Section 135.621 of Applies to powered- ....................
this chapter. lift conducting
operations in
accordance with
subpart L to part
135 of this chapter.
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Issued under authority provided by 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 44701(a), and
44703 in Washington, DC.
Brandon Roberts,
Executive Director, Office of Rulemaking.
[FR Doc. 2024-30331 Filed 1-2-25; 8:45 am]
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