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Narrow Runway Operations PDF
Narrow Runway Operations PDF
REGULATION REFORM | AIRSPACE AND INFRASTRUCTURE CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY © 2014
After the completion of satisfactory assessment the When do the new rules come into effect?
aeroplane is issued with an approved Aeroplane Flight
The new rules start on 13 November 2014. Operators with
Manual narrow runway supplement (AFMS), appropriate
current CAR 235A narrow runway exemptions will already
approved documentation or specific OEM AFM runway width
have an approved AFM, narrow runway AFMS, appropriate
limitation.
approved documentation or specific OEM AFM runway width
Operators will also be required to carry out specific training limitation in order for the operator to meet the requirements
of flight crew for narrow runway operations. Details of this of their exemptions. In addition, specific procedures may be
training will need to be included in the operator’s Operations required which will be included in the Operations Manual.
Manual. This will allow continued operations under the new rules.
What do aerodrome operators need to do? How will the changes affect the Part 139
It is recommended that aerodrome operators include, in the
Manual of Standards - Aerodromes?
Aerodrome Manual (or equivalent), documentation indicating The Part 139 Manual of Standards (MOS) sets out the
that aeroplanes affected by the regulation are issued with standards and operating procedures for certified, registered
the appropriate narrow runway approval for operations to aerodromes used in air transport operations.
and from the particular aerodrome.
As a result of the MOS 139 Post Implementation Review
Aerodrome operators will not require exemptions against changes are being made to the Part 139 MOS separating
CAR235A as this is an aeroplane operational rule. the regulatory management of aeroplane operations from
Aerodrome operators will need to comply with Part 139 MOS aerodrome operations.
– Aerodromes.
The AIP amendment clarifies the method for determining the The draft CAAP 235A and consultation CAR 235A in addition
minimum runway width for aeroplanes with MTOW above to background information can be found on the CASA
5700 kg engaged in regular public transport and charter website. (Please note, the draft documents will transition
operations. to final documents when they become effective on 13
November 2014).
In addition, the AIP has been clarified in regards to
the operation from unpaved runway surfaces - this is For general information visit casa.gov.au/narrowrunways
independent to narrow runway operations. or for further details regarding the aircraft certification
requirements, process and approval of narrow runway AFMS
email aircraft.certification@casa.gov.au
REGULATION REFORM | AIRSPACE AND INFRASTRUCTURE CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY © 2014