Philippine Civil Aviation

Regulation Course

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 Introduction to the Philippine Civil Aviation Regulation

What is civil aviation?

It is one of the two major categories of

flying, representing all non-military
aviation. It is applicable to both Private
and Commercial operators and
personnel.

Most of the countries are members of

ICAO from which all civil aviation
regulation in the world adheres to.

Civil aviation is one of the two major categories of flying, representing all non-
military aviation. It is applicable to both Private (includes pilots flying for their own purpose
such as recreation and business meetings) and Commercial (such as flying done for hire)
operators and personnel.
Most of the are members of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and work
together to establish regulations.

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 Introduction to the Philippine Civil Aviation Regulation
Civil Aviation comprises of:

Regulatory Body - They are responsible for:

● Regulation of air transport services
to/from/within a country
● Formulation and enforcement of civil air
regulations, air safety and airworthiness
standards
● Co-ordinating all regulatory functions with
ICAO

Civil aviation comprises of:

Airline - Provides air transport services for travelling passengers.
Regulatory Body - a public organization or government agency that is set up to exercise a
regulatory function in a country.

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 Introduction to the Philippine Civil Aviation Regulation
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines
(CAAP) is the agency responsible for
prescribing rules and regulations for all
aircraft owned and operated in the
Philippines. It is also tasked with the
enforcement of laws governing air
transportation.

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) is the agency responsible for
prescribing rules and regulations for all aircraft owned and operated in the Philippines.

The Director General of CAAP is Captain Jim C. Sydiongco.

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Mandates and Functions:

Republic Act No. 9497

• Determine, fix and/or prescribe charges
and/or rates pertinent to the operation of
public air utility facilities and services;
• Administer and operate the Civil Aviation
Training Center (CATC);
• Operate and maintain national airports, air
navigation and other similar facilities in
compliance to ICAO;
• Perform such other powers and functions
as may be prescribed by law.

R.A No. 9497 otherwise known as Civil Aviation Authority Act of 2008
- Establish and prescribe rules and regulations for the inspection and registration of all
aircraft owned and operated in the Philippines and all air facilities.
- Establish and prescribe the corresponding rules and regulations for the enforcement of
laws governing air transportation.
- Determine, fix and/or prescribe charges and/or rates pertinent to the operation of public
air utility facilities and services.
- Administer and operate the CATC.
- Operate and maintain national airports, air navigation and other similar facilities in
compliance to ICAO.
- Perform such other powers and functions as may be prescribed by law.

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)
Sets forth the basic rules of construction and
application of the regulations, definitions applicable
to more than one Part, and the rules governing the
administration of licenses and certifications.

All of the definitions of ICAO Annexes 1 through 16

Volume 2 and ICAO Annex 18 are listed in
Appendix A to Part 1 of these regulations.

PART 1 – General Policies, Procedures and Definitions

The Civil Aviation Regulations (CAR) provide the regulatory requirements dealing with
aviation safety related to aircraft operations, airworthiness and personnel licensing; and
are presented in Parts.

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)

PART 1.1.1.2 : Applicability

- These regulations shall apply to all persons operating or maintaining the following:
(1) Republic of the Philippines registered aircraft.
(2) Aircraft operated by a person licensed by Republic of the Philippines
(3) Aircraft of other contracting states operating in Republic of the Philippines.

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)

PART 1.1.1.2 : Applicability

- Foreign air operators, who conduct commercial air transport into, from or within the
Republic of the Philippines.

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)
● Part refers to the primary subject area
● Subpart refers to any subdivision of a Part
● Section refers to any subdivision of a Subpart
● Subsection refers to the title of a regulation and can be a subdivision of a Subpart or
Section
● Paragraph refers to the text describing the regulations. All paragraphs are outlined
alphanumerically in the following hierarchical order: (a), (1), (i); (A)

Organization of regulations are subdivided into five hierarchical categories.

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)

PART 1.1.2.1 : Regulations Amendment Procedure

Example : Memorandum Circular
 MC 27-2021 Amendments to the Philippine Civil Aviation Regulations (PCAR) Annex 6, Part I
Amendment 40-C

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)

PART 1.2 : General Administrative Rules Governing Testing, Licenses, and Certificates
1.2.1.1 Display and Inspection of License and Certificates
Physical license or special purpose authorization certificate shall be accessible in the
aircraft or in a place accessible to the public (certificates). All licenses and certificate shall be
valid.
Each person who holds an airman or crew member license, medical certificate or
authorization required by these regulations shall present it for inspection upon a request
from: the Authority; or any national or local law enforcement officer

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)

PART 1.2.1.5 : Falsification, Reproduction, Or Alteration Of Applications, Licenses,

Certificates, Logbooks, Reports, Or Records
- No person may make or cause to be made concerning any license, certificate, rating,
qualification, or authorization, application for or duplicate.
- Any person who commits any act prohibited may have his or her airman license, rating,
certificate, qualification, or authorization revoked or suspended.

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)

PART 1.2.1.7 : Certificate Action

- There will be a suspension or revocation of a license or certificate for violating the
regulation (Part 1.2.1.7.1)
- Unless authorized, Reapplication after revocation can be done (Part 1.2.1.11)
- Unless authorized, Reapplication after suspension can be done (Part 1.2.1.12)

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 Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures and Definitions)

PART 1.5 : Safety Management System

The AOC, ATO, AMO and International – General Aviation Operators shall implement
a safety management system to the authority.

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 Part 2 (Personnel Licensing)

PART 2 : Personnel Licensing

Part 2 prescribes:
(a) The requirements for issuing, renewal and re- issue of aviation personnel licenses,
ratings, Authorizations and certificates:
(b) The conditions under which those licenses, ratings, Authorizations and Certificates are
necessary; and
(c) The privileges and limitations granted to the holders of those licenses, ratings,
Authorizations and certificates

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 Part 2 (Personnel Licensing)

PART 2.2.10.5 : Reinstatement Of Privileges Of Expired Amt/Ams Licenses And Ratings

- No person who holds an expired license or rating shall exercise the privileges of the
said license or rating.
- AMT or AMS who seek reinstatement of their licenses that had already expired shall
comply with the following conditions:
(1) Within 24 months from expiration of license, shall pass the test given by the
authority.
(2) After 24 months from expiration of license, shall pass the test given by the
authority and must undergo recurrent training from an approved AMO or any
school or facility accredited by the authority for such purpose.
(3) After 60 months from expiration of license, shall comply with the requirements for
the application for the initial application for AMT/AMS License.

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 Part 2 (Personnel Licensing)

PART 2.6 : Aviation Maintenance Licensing

Subpart 2.6 prescribes the requirements for issuing the following licenses and associated
ratings and/or authorizations for:
(1) Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT)
(2) Aviation Maintenance Specialist (AMS)

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 Part 2 (Personnel Licensing)

Part 2.6.2 : Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT)

2.6.2.4 : Knowledge Requirements
• The applicant for AMT license shall have pass a knowledge test
(1) Air Law and Airworthiness
(2) Natural science and aircraft general knowledge (example : basic mathematics,
theory of physics)
(3) Aircraft engineering (such as characteristics and applications of the materials of
aircraft construction)
(4) Aircraft maintenance (tasks required to ensure the continuing airworthiness of an
aircraft including methods and procedures)
(5) Human performance (and limitations)

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2.6.2.7 : Experience Requirements

(a) An applicant for an AMT license and associated ratings may qualify by either practical
experience or through training in an ATO.
(b) Practical experience only. Each applicant for an AMT license and rating(s) relying
solely on practical experience shall provide documentary evidence, acceptable to the
Authority
(c) Approved Training. Each applicant for an AMT license relying on completion of training
in an Approved Training Organization (ATO) shall provide documentary evidence,
acceptable to the Authority.

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 Part 2 (Personnel Licensing)

2.6.3 : Aviation Maintenance Specialist (AMS)

2.6.3.3 : AMS Rating
NOTE : When employed by an AMO, an Aviation Maintenance Specialist (AMS) license
should correspond to the specialty shop or group in which they perform, supervise, or sign
a maintenance release an aeronautical product or aircraft. For example, Hydraulic
component overhaul, landing gear overhaul, special inspections, non-destructive testing,
turbine disc overhaul, etc.

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 Part 3 Approved Training Organization

PART 3 : Approved Training Organization

Note : Service provider organization must hold an ATO certificate. These certificate holders
must comply with the requirements of PCAR Part 3 that are applicable to their approved
training program.

Sample “Application for

Approved Training
Organization Certificate”

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 Part 3 Approved Training Organization

3.1.2.10 : Changes requiring notice to the authprity

• Each ATO shall notify the authority within 30 days of any of the following changes
(1) The Accountable Manager - The “accountable manager” is not specifically
defined under ICAO, but the concept is partially discussed in ICAO Doc. 9642,
Section IV, Chapter 2, as being either the CEO or a high level corporate official who
has financial responsibility for the entire organization. The examples of an
accountable manager are: the CEO, President, Managing Director, Director General,
General Manager, etc.
(2) The Quality Manager
(3) The Instructional Staff
(4) The housing, training facilities and equipment, process, training program and
work scope that could affect the approval.

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 Part 3 Approved Training Organization

3.2.3 : Record Keeping

• A certificate holder shall maintain and retain the records for a period of 1 yr after the
completion of training.
• The format of the student training records shall be specified in the Training Manual.
• The ATO shall submit training records and reports as required by the authority.

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 Part 3 Approved Training Organization

3.2.9 : Training Manual and Procedures Manual

(a) Each applicant for, or holder of an ATO certificate shall prepare and maintain a Training
Manual and Procedures Manual. Both manuals may be combined.

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 Part 3 Approved Training Organization

3.4.5 : Instructor Requirements

• Instructors should hold appropriate licenses and ratings.
• An ATO, may provide specialized instructors, who are not licensed in accordance with
Part 2, to teach Mathematics, physics and similar subjects.
• Each ATO shall maintain a list of the names and qualifications of such specialized
instructors.

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 Part 3 Approved Training Organization

Head of Training
Shall have the overall responsibility for ensuring satisfactory integration of trainings.

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 Part 4 (Aircraft Registration and Marking)

Part 4 : Aircraft Registration and Marking

CAR Part 4 sets forth the requirements for registration of aircraft in the Republic of the
Philippines and governs the application of nationality and registration marks. Part 4 is
derived from ICAO Annex 7.

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 Part 4 (Aircraft Registration and Marking)

PART 4.2 : REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

4.2.1.1 GENERAL
No person may operate a civil aircraft that is eligible for registration under the laws of
the Republic of the Philippines unless it has been registered by its owner/operator under
the provisions of the laws of the Republic of the Philippines and the Authority has issued a
Certificate of Aircraft Registration for that aircraft which shall be carried aboard that
aircraft for all operations.

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 Part 4 (Aircraft Registration and Marking)

4.3 Nationality and Registration Marks

(a) No person may operate a civil aircraft registered in the Republic of the Philippines
unless it displays nationality and registration marks in accordance with the requirements
of this section.

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4.3.1.3 NATIONALITY AND REGISTRATION MARKS TO BE USED

(c) The nationality mark for the Philippine registered aircraft is RP.
(d) The registration mark shall be a combination of letters and numbers assigned by the
Authority.

“RP-C” - will classify aircraft, except gliders, with purpose of carrying persons or
property

Sample : Philippine Airlines’ RP-C9905

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“RP-G” - Gliders
“RP-R” - aircraft complying limited respect with airworthiness and shall exclude
carrying of passengers and for industrial purpose only.
“RP-X” - aircraft applied for an experimental certificate
“RP-S” - Non-type aircraft

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 Part 5 (Airworthiness)

PART 5 : Airworthiness

CAR Part 5 presents regulatory requirements for the airworthiness of aircraft expected to
operate in the Republic of the Philippines using the standards and recommended practices
in ICAO Annexes 6 and 8.

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 Part 5 (Airworthiness)

5.4.1.6 : Effective Dates of a Certificate of Airworthiness

(a) Certificate of airworthiness are effective as follows:
(1) Standard Certificate of Airworthiness, special Certificate of Airworthiness, and
Certificate of Airworthiness issued for restricted or limited category aircraft are
effective for one year.
(2) A special flight permit is effective for the period of time specified in the permit.
(3) An experimental certificate for research and development, showing compliance
with regulations, crew training, or market surveys is effective for 1 year after the date
of issue or renewal unless the Authority prescribes a shorter period.

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 Part 5 (Airworthiness)

5.4.1.9 : Airworthiness Directives

AD Sample : AD/GENERAL/001 Various Transport Category Airplanes Equipped With
Chemical Oxygen Installed in a Lavatory

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 Part 5 (Airworthiness)

A service bulletin is a document used by aircraft manufacturers to communicate details of

modifications which can be embodied in the aircraft.

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5.4.1.11.1 : Issue of Certificate of Airworthiness for Restricted Category of Aircraft

(b) Import Aircraft
(1) The applicant presents evidence to the authority
(2) The a/c has been inspected
(3) Is in condition for safe operation

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5.4.1.11.3 Experimental Certificates

Issued for the following purpose:
• Research and development
• Showing compliance with regulations
• Crew Training
• Exhibition
• Air Racing
• Market Surveys
• Operating amateur-built a/c
• Operating kit-built a/c

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5.4.1.11.4 Special Flight Permits

NOTE : When a Special Flight permit expires the operator shall apply again for another
permit to be issued.

Application for Special

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 Part 6 (Approved Maintenance Organization)

PART 6 : Approved Maintenance Organization

CAR Part 6 provides regulations for the registration and monitoring of Approved
Maintenance Organizations (AMO) in Republic of the Philippines. The proper maintenance
of aircraft is fundamental to aviation safety, and requires meticulous record-keeping.

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 Part 6 (Approved Maintenance Organization)

Example from Charles

Aerospace Industries, Inc
and Masters Flying School

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 Part 6 (Approved Maintenance Organization)

Sample Application for Approved Maintenance Organization Certificate

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 Part 6 (Approved Maintenance Organization)

Ratings of AMO:

● Airframe Rating
● Powerplant Rating
● Propeller Rating
● Avionics Rating
● Computer Systems Rating
● Instrument Rating
● Accessory Rating

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 Part 7 to Part 11 & Part 13

Part 7 : Instrument and Equipment

Part 8 : Operations
Part 9 : Air Operators and Administration
Part 10 : Commercial Air Transport by Foreign Air Carriers within Republic of the Philippines
Part 11 – Aerial Work and Operating Limitations for Non-Type Certified Aircraft
Part 13 – Accident & Incident Reporting Investigation

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 Part 7 Instrument and Equipment

Note: AAC - Aeronautical Administrative

Communication

CAR Part 7 presents standards and recommended practices as regulatory requirements for
instruments and equipment on aircraft expected to operate in the Republic of the Philippines

Instrument and Equipment

● Flight and Navigational Instruments
● Communication Equipment
● Aircraft Lights and Instrument Illumination
● Engine Instruments
● Warning Instruments and Systems
● Flight Recorders
● Emergency, Rescue and Survival Equipment
● Miscellaneous System and Equipment

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 Part 8 Operations

Part 8 : Operations

Note: Where a particular requirement is applicable only to a particular segment of aviation

operations, it will be identified by a reference to those particular operations, such as
“commercial air transport" or “small non-turbojet or turbofan airplanes”. Note: Those specific
subsections not applicable to foreign operators will include the phrase “This requirement is
not applicable to foreign operators"

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 Part 9 Air Operator Certification and Administration

Part 9 : Air Operator Certification and Administration

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 Part 10 Commercial Air Transport By Foreign Air
Carriers Within Republic of the Philippines

PART 10 : Commercial Air Transport by Foreign Air Carriers within Republic of the
Philippines

Each foreign air operator operating within the territories of Republic of the Philippines is
required to be a part of the Philippines operational safety surveillance program and follow
the procedures established by this Part to preserve aviation safety.

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 Part 11 Aerial Work and Operating Limitations for Non-
Type Certificated Aircraft

Part 11 : Aerial Work and Operating Limitation for Non-Type Certificated Aircraft

Aerial work. An aircraft operation in which an aircraft is used for specialized services such
as agriculture, construction, photography, surveying, observation and patrol, search and
rescue, aerial advertisement, etc.

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 Part 13 Accident & Incident Reporting & Investigation

Part 13 : Accident & Incident Reporting Investigation

This Philippine Civil Aviation Regulation (PCAR) Part 13 s-2012, titled: “Aircraft Accident and
Incident Investigation”, contains amendments to implement the new provisions of Standards
and Recommended Practices (SARPs) of Annex 13 under Article 26 of ICAO (Chicago)
Convention, and the Corrective Actions Proposed (CAPs) per USOAP Audit Findings on
Accident Investigation Group (AIG) conducted to CAAP in CY-2009 which were duly
considered and accepted by ICAO.

STUDENT’S NOTES:
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 Part 13 Accident & Incident Reporting & Investigation

Sample Aircraft Accident/Incident Immediate Notification Form

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Summary:
● As an airmen working on the aviation industry, it is necessary that we understand the
regulations stated under PCAR
● When working in our industry, it is important that we apply the regulations stated in
PCAR when we exercise our profession
● PCAR is the basis of the things that we do and will do when working in the aviation
industry here in the Philippines
● PCAR training is necessary for all airmen that are working here in the country
● PCAR is the local aviation regulation of the Philippines which states the law wherein all
aviation professional and business organizations should follow to be continuously
allowed to exercise the privilege given by the authority.

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