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Company Training Manual

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Meregrass, Inc

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MEREGRASS INC – PROPRIETARYSOLELY FOR AUTHORIZED PERSONS HAVING A NEED TO KNOW

Meregrass IncRevision No: 5

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Preface

Table of Contents

Title Page ................................................................................................................................. i Table of Contents ................................................................................................................... iii Revisions ................................................................................................................................ vi Log of Revisions .................................................................................................................... vii List of Effective Pages ...........................................................................................................viii Use of This Plan ..................................................................................................................... ix Source of Training ................................................................................................................... x

1 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................... 1-11.1 Purpose .................................................................................................................. 1-11.2 Applicability and Types of Training ......................................................................... 1-11.3 Training Objective ................................................................................................... 1-11.4 Training Responsibilities ......................................................................................... 1-11.5 Procedures for Keeping Manual Current ................................................................. 1-11.6 Training Syllabus .................................................................................................... 1-21.7 Instructional Facilities.............................................................................................. 1-21.8 Instructional Delivery Methods / Courseware .......................................................... 1-21.9 Qualification Requirements ..................................................................................... 1-3

1.9.1 Previous Training ............................................................................................................ 1-31.9.2 Qualification Prerequisites .............................................................................................. 1-31.9.3 Programmed Flight Training Hours - Reduction.............................................................. 1-41.9.4 Instructors and Check Airmen......................................................................................... 1-41.9.5 Review and Test Procedures .......................................................................................... 1-

51.10 Categories of Training ......................................................................................... 1-61.11 Training Curriculums ........................................................................................... 1-7

1.11.1 Curriculum Segments...................................................................................................... 1-71.12 Re-qualification ................................................................................................. 1-121.13 Re-qualification of Flight Crewmembers Who Have Failed a Check.................. 1-131.14 Instructors – Credit for Instruction……………………………………..................... 1-13

2 OPERATOR SPECIFIC – BASIC INDOCTRINATION (COMPANY PROCEDURES) .... 2-1

2.1 Drug and Alcohol Testing Program ......................................................................... 2-12.2 General Operations Manual .................................................................................... 2-22.3 Appropriate Provisions of the Federal Aviation Regulations .................................... 2-

32.4 Certificate and Operations Specifications ............................................................... 2-42.5 Company Accident History...................................................................................... 2-5

3 AIRMAN SPECIFIC – GENERAL SUBJECTS TRAINING (CTS) .................................. 3-1

3.1 Aeronautical Information Manual ............................................................................ 3-13.2 Airspace.................................................................................................................. 3-23.3 Anti-ice and Deice................................................................................................... 3-33.4 Aviation Weather .................................................................................................... 3-43.5 Controlled Flight into Terrain and TAWS ................................................................ 3-53.6 Crew Resource Management ................................................................................. 3-63.7 FAR Part 135 .......................................................................................................... 3-73.8 FAR Parts 1, 61, 67, 91, and NTSB 830 ................................................................. 3-9


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3.9 Fixed Wing Windshear ......................................................................................... 3-103.10 Advanced Navigation......................................................................................... 3-113.11 Hazmat – Will Not Carry.................................................................................... 3-12

3.12 Jeppesen and/or NACO Instrument Charts ....................................................... 3-133.13 Physiology and First Aid .................................................................................... 3-143.14 Land and Hold Short ......................................................................................... 3-153.15 Runway Incursion .............................................................................................. 3-16

4 EMERGENCY TRAINING .............................................................................................. 4-14.1 Emergency Situation Training ................................................................................. 4-1

4.1.1 Flight Crewmember Duties and Responsibilities............................................................. 4-14.1.2 Crew Coordination and Company Communications ....................................................... 4-

24.1.3 *Aircraft In-Flight Emergencies (Emergency Checklists) ................................................ 4-

34.1.4 *Aircraft Fires and Hand Held Fire Extinguishers............................................................ 4-44.1.5 *First Aid Equipment ....................................................................................................... 4-54.1.6 *Illness, Injury and Basic First Aid (as appropriate) ........................................................ 4-

64.1.7 *Ground Evacuation ........................................................................................................ 4-74.1.8 *Ditching .......................................................................................................................... 4-84.1.9 *Rapid Decompression ................................................................................................... 4-94.1.10 Previous Aircraft Accidents/Incidents............................................................................ 4-104.1.11 Crewmember Incapacitation ......................................................................................... 4-114.1.12 Hijacking and Other Unusual Situations........................................................................ 4-12

4.2 Emergency Drill Training....................................................................................... 4-134.2.1 *Hand Held Fire Extinguishers ...................................................................................... 4-

144.2.2 *Portable Oxygen Systems (if applicable)..................................................................... 4-154.2.3 *Emergency Exits .......................................................................................................... 4-

164.2.4 *Ditching Equipment (if applicable) ............................................................................... 4-17

5 INTERNATIONAL AND RVSM OPERATIONS .............................................................. 5-15.1 International Flight Operations ................................................................................ 5-15.2 Oceanic Operations ................................................................................................ 5-35.3 Long Range Navigation and Communications ........................................................ 5-55.4 RVSM Airspace ...................................................................................................... 5-7

6 PILOT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR / CHECK AIRMAN TRAINING PROGRAM................... 6-1

7 AIRCRAFT GROUND OPERATIONS ............................................................................ 7-17.1 Ground Handling (All Aircraft) ................................................................................. 7-17.2 Ground De-Icing ..................................................................................................... 7-2

8 AIRCRAFT SPECIFIC TRAINING ................................................................................. 8-18.1 Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook ........................................................................ 8-1

8.1.1 General Operational ........................................................................................................ 8-1

8.1.2 Aircraft Systems .............................................................................................................. 8-38.2 Systems Integration Training .................................................................................. 8-78.3 Aircraft Procedures Training ................................................................................... 8-8

9 UPGRADE FLIGHT TRAINING ..................................................................................... 9-1

10 RECURRENT FLIGHT TRAINING ........................................................................... 10-110.1 Conduct of Training ........................................................................................... 10-110.2 Recurrent Flight Checks .................................................................................... 10-2

10.3 Recurrent Ground Training................................................................................ 10-210.4 Recurrent Flight Training ................................................................................... 10-2

11 QUALIFICATION ..................................................................................................... 11-1

11.1 IFR Competency Check (FAR 135.293 and 135.297) (Airplane Multiengine) .... 11-211.2 * PIC Line Check (FAR 135.299) (Airplane) ...................................................... 11-311.3 Part 135 Basic Checking Module....................................................................... 11-4

12 RECORD KEEPING................................................................................................. 12-112.1 Airman Competency/Proficiency Check Form ................................................... 12-212.2 Certificate of Flight Training .............................................................................. 12-3

12.2.1 Certificate of Flight Training (Pilot Check Airman and Pilot Flight Instructor) ............... 12-4

12.3 Record Of Training ............................................................................................ 12-512.4 Single-Line Entry ............................................................................................... 12-6

13 REFERENCE LIBRARY........................................................................................... 13-113.1 Company Specific Documents .......................................................................... 13-113.2 Regulations ....................................................................................................... 13-113.3 Advisory Circulars ............................................................................................. 13-113.4 Practical Test Standards ................................................................................... 13-1

* NOTE: Maneuvers and Procedures document is a stand-alone manual.


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RevisionsThe Chief Pilot in accordance with FAR 135.325 will prepare revisions. Each revision will have a revision number, date, and the section numbers of the sections being revised.

This document will always be distributed in its entirety to each manager and selected individuals. It is the responsibility of each document holder to return older versions of the document immediately upon receipt of a new version. The Chief Pilot is responsible for keeping a record of distributed and retrieved documents.

All plan revisions will be submitted to the FAA for review and approval prior to being imple- mented.


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Log of Revisions

Rev. No. RevisionDate

EnteredDate By Description

Original 7/1/02 7/1/02 JWB Original1 2/3/03 2/20/03 JWB Added maneuvers.2 1/3/05 1/3/05 JWB Added maneuvers.3 8/7/06 8/7/06 JWB Company name change.4 9/1/06 9/1/06 JWB Added Falcon 900, 50, 10 to training program.5 7/1/09 7/1/09 JWB Reorganized as per 8900.1 and aligned with CTS.6 12/20/10 12/20/10 JWB Added SAAB 2000 to training program.

Added training credit for instructors doing training.

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List of Effective Pages

Aircraft List of Effective Pages

DA10 See DA-10 Training ProgramDA50 See DA-50 Training ProgramDA900 See DA-900 Training ProgramSAAB 2000 See Saab 2000 Training Program

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Use of This PlanThis training program consists of: categories of training, curriculums, curriculum segments, modules, elements/events, facilities, instructors, check airmen, courseware, instructional delivery methods, testing, and checking procedures. This program ensures that all crew members are adequately trained for their aircraft, duty position, and type of operation.

Designated employees must undergo Basic Indoctrination. After Indoctrination is completed, one need only define the category of the individual and their duty position and find it in the curriculum. From there, follow the curriculum to the curriculum segments which will detail the instruction required, prerequisites, and suggested times. As an example, for an initial new hire PIC/SIC:

1. Go to Section 1.10, Categories of Training; determine training required.

2. Find the desired training curriculum in Section 1.11, in this case Basic Indoctrination and Initial Pilot-in-Command/Second-in-Command training.

3. Refer to Table 2 at the end of Section 1 for a list of applicable training modules.

Each training curriculum lists the Curriculum Segments that must be completed prior to pilot qualification. The Curriculum Segments include Subject Modules that contain descriptive information to be covered.

Record keeping is an integral part of training. Without adequate documentation, training is considered to have never taken place. This plan has one chapter (Section 12) devoted to the records needed to properly document all phases of the company training program. If there is a more expedient method of recording training activities, bring it to the attention of the Chief Pilot; changes are encouraged.


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Training Responsibilities

Source of Training

Meregrass Inc shall assure that all training and checks required by 14 CFR Part 135 are car- ried out. From time to time Meregrass Inc will call upon contract training partners to provide the required training but will always retain the responsibility.

This source document is the primary source, but not the only source of training. The training requirements of 14 CFR Part 135 are listed on the following pages. An "X" in one of the right columns indicates the normal source of training while a "J" in both columns indicates training is normally of joint source.

Initial/Transition/Upgrade/Recurrent Testing Requirements Operator ContractTraining

Pilot Testing:14 C FR P a r t 135 . 293 a : J J

1. The appropriate provisions of parts 61, 91, and 135, the operations X specifications and manual of the certificate holder

2. For each type of aircraft to be flown by the pilot, the aircraft powerplant, major components and systems, major appliances, perform-

J Jance and operating limitations, standard and emergency operatingprocedures, and the contents of the approved Aircraft Flight Manual,

3. For each type of aircraft to be flown by the pilot, the method of de-termining compliance with weight and balance limitations for take- J Joff, landing and enroute operations

4. Navigation and use of air navigation aids appropriate to the opera-tion or pilot authorization, including, when applicable, instrument Xapproach facilities and procedures

5. Air Traffic Control procedures, including IFR procedures when ap- Xplicable

6. Meteorology in general, including the principles of frontal systems,icing, fog, thunderstorms, and windshear, and, if appropriate for the Xoperations of the certificate holder, high altitude weather

7. Procedures for –X

(i) Recognizing and avoiding severe weather situations

(ii) Escaping from severe weather situations, in case of inadvertent encounters, including low altitude windshear (except that rotor-craft pilots are not required to be tested on escaping from low Xaltitude windshear)

(iii) Operating in or near thunderstorms (including best penetrating alti-tudes), turbulent air (including clear air turbulence), icing, X hail, and other potentially hazardous meteorological conditions

8. New equipment, procedures, or techniques, as appropriate X

Initial/Transition/Upgrade/Recurrent Testing Requirements Operator ContractTraining

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 293 b :

1. Competency Check (Simulator) X

2. Competency Check (Aircraft) X

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 299 :

1. PIC Line Check X

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 297 :

1. Instrument Proficiency Check (Simulator) X

2. Instrument Proficiency Check (Aircraft) X

3. Oral/Written Equipment Check J J

Initial/Transition/Upgrade Ground Training Requirements Operator Contract

Training14 C FR P a r t 135 249 / 251 :

1. Part 121 Appendix I Drug Testing Program X

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 329 a :

1. Basic Indoctrination

(i) Duties and Responsibilities

a. PIC X

b. SIC X

(ii) Appropriate Provisions of Part 61, 91, & 135 X

(iii) Contents of Certificate Holders

a. Operating Certificate X

b. Operating Specifications X

(iv) Appropriate Portions of the Operating Manual X

14 CFR135. 345 a:

1. Certificate holders flight locating procedure X

2. Weight and balance & runway limitations J J

3. Meteorology X

4. ATC systems, procedures & phraseology X

5. Navigation and use of navigational aids X

6. Normal & emergency communication procedures X

7. Visual cues before & during descent below DH or MDA X

8. Other instructions necessary to ensure pilot competence X

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 345b :

Initial/Transition/Upgrade Ground Training Requirements Operator ContractTraining

1. General description J J

2. Performance characteristics J J

3. Engines and propellers J J

4. Major components J J

5. Aircraft systems; normal, abnormal and emergency procedures and

limitations J J

6. Procedures for

1. Recognizing and avoiding severe weather situations X

2. Escaping from severe weather situations X

3. Operating in or near thunderstorms and other potentially haz-ardous meteorological conditions X

4. Operating airplanes during ground icing conditions, if the certificate holder expects to authorize takeoffs in ground icing conditions, including:

a.

b.

The use of holdover times when using deicing/anti-icing fluids

Airplane deicing/anti-icing procedures, including inspection& check procedures & responsibilities

X

X

c. Communications X

d. Airplane surface contamination (i.e., adherence of frost, iceor snow) and critical area identification, and knowledge of

Xhow contamination adversely affects airplane performanceand flight characteristics

e. Types of characteristics of deicing/anti-icing fluids, if used Xby the certificate holder

f. Cold weather preflight inspection procedures X g. Techniques for recognizing contamination on the airplane X

7. Operating limitations X

8. Fuel consumption & cruise control J J

9. Flight planning J J

10. Each normal & emergency procedure J J

11. The approved aircraft flight manual or equivalent J J

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 331:

135.331 b - Emergency Training

1. Emergency assignments and procedures

(i) PIC X

Initial/Transition/Upgrade Ground Training Requirements

(ii) SIC

(iii) Coordination

Operator

X

X

ContractTraining

2. Location, function, and operation of emergency equipment

(i) Equipment used in ditching and evacuation X

(ii) First aid equipment and its proper use X

(iii) Portable fire extinguishers, all types X

3. Handling emergency situations

(i) Rapid decompression J J

(ii) Fire in-flight or on the surface, electrical equipment & circuit

breakers J J

(iii) Ditching & evacuation X

(iv) Illness, injury or abnormal situations of passenger or crew Xmember

(v) Hijacking & other unusual situations X

4. Review of previous accidents & incidents X

135. 331 c - Em er g ency Dr ills:

1. Ditching (if applicable) X

2. Emergency evacuation X

3. Fire extinguishing & smoke control J J

4. Operation & use of emergency exits X

5. Use of crew & passenger oxygen J J

6. Life rafts, removal, inflation, use of boarding lines X

7. Life vest, donning, inflating, use of flotation devices X

135. 331 d - O per at ion Above 25, 000 Feet :

1. Respiration X

2. Hypoxia X

3. Duration of useful consciousness X

4. Gas expansion X

5. Gas bubble formation X

6. Physical phenomena & incidents of decompression X

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 505 - Hazardous Materials:

135.505 b - Records of compliance with training in hazardous materials X

135.505 c - Hazardous material recognition by crew members of certifi-

cate holders that do not handle hazardous material X

Initial/Transition/Upgrade Ground Training Requirements Operator Contract

Training14 C FR P a r t 135 . 349 - Flight Attendant: (if applicable)

135.349 a - General Subjects X

1. Authority of PIC X

2. Passenger handling X

135.349 b - General Description

1. Aircraft characteristics X

2. Use of public address X

3. Use of galley X

Initial/Transition/Upgrade Flight Training Requirements Operator Contract

Training

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 347 - Simulator/Flight Training:

1. Simulator training to extent approved by FAA X2. Flight training (aircraft) X

Recurrent Training Requirements Operator Contract

Training14 C F R P a r t 135.351:

135.351 b

Recurrent courses will provide a means of reviewing & assessing crew members knowledge of:

Aircraft systems J J

Crew position J J

Instruction as necessary in the subjects required for Initial ground train-ing by 14 CFR Part 135, as appropriate, including low-altitude wind-shear training and training on operating during ground icing condi- X tions, as prescribed in § 135.341 and described in § 135.345, and emer-gency training

Aircraft specific ground training J J

135.351 c - Flight training (simulator) X

Check Airmen / Flight Instructor Requirements Operator Contract

Training14 C FR P a r t 135 . 337 - Check Airmen (Simulator) & (Aircraft):

135.337 b and 135.337 c - Check Airmen used in this training program

must meet all requirements of 14 CFR Part 135.337 b or 135.337 c J J

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 338 - F li g ht Instructors (Simulator) & (Aircraft):

135.338 b and 135.338 c - Flight Instructors used in this training pro-gram must meet all requirements of 14 CFR Part 135.338 b or 135.338 J Jc

Contract Training Check Airmen and Flight Instructors Operator ContractTraining

14 C FR P a r t 135 . 339 and 135 . 340 :

135.339 c and 135.340 c

Duties, functions & responsibilities J J

Policies, procedures & applicable provisions of 14 CFR Part 135 J J

Appropriate methods, procedures & techniques for conducting required

training/checks J J

Proper evaluation of pilot performance J J Corrective action for unsatisfactory training/checks J J Approved methods, procedures & limitations for performing normal, J J

abnormal and emergency procedures in the aircraft

135.340 c

Except for holders of a flight instructor certificate

Fundamental principals of teaching/learning process J J

Teaching methods and procedures J J

Instructor/student relationship J J

135.339 e and 135.340 e

The safety measures for emergency situations that are likely to develop

during training/checking J J

The potential results of improper or untimely safety measures during

training/checking J J

Sufficient in-flight training & practice to conduct pilot flight training &

flight checking under this subpart J J

Appropriate safety measures to be taken from either seat for emergen-

cies that are likely to develop in training/checking J J

Meregrass Inc Check Airmen and Flight Instructors Operator Contract

Training14 C FR P a r t 135 . 339 and 135 . 340: 135.339 c and 135.340 c

Duties, functions & responsibilities X

Policies, procedures & applicable provisions of 14 CFR Part 135 X

Appropriate methods, procedures & techniques for conducting required Xtraining/checks

Proper evaluation of pilot performance X

Corrective action for unsatisfactory training/checks X

Approved methods, procedures & limitations for performing normal, Xabnormal and emergency procedures in the aircraft

135.340 c

Except for holders of a flight instructor certificate

Fundamental principals of teaching/learning process X

Teaching methods and procedures X

Instructor/student relationship X

135.339 e and 135.340 e

The safety measures for emergency situations that are likely to develop Xduring training/checking

The potential results of improper or untimely safety measures during X training/checking

Sufficient in-flight training & practice to conduct pilot flight training & Xflight checking under this subpart

Appropriate safety measures to be taken from either seat for emergen- Xcies that are likely to develop in training/checking

Other Requirements Operator Contract

Training14 C FR P a r t 135 . 327 - Training Program: … General:

135.327 b - Each program includes appropriate sections and appendi- Xces to satisfy the requirement of 14 CFR Part 135.327

14 CFRPar t 135. 63 - The Certificate Holder will keep all training re- Xcords required by 14 CFR Part 135.63 on fileSpecial Curriculum Segment:

Recent Experience Training X

Instrument Approach Procedures Training X

Security Awareness Training X


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1 General Information

1.1 PurposeThis training manual fulfills FAR 135, Subpart H, as required under FAR 135.341,135.351, and 135.323; and, FAA Order 8900.1 Volume 3, Chapter 19.

The purpose of the training program is to train pilots in preparation for the checks required under FAR 135.293, 135.297, and 135.299.

1.2 Applicability and Types of TrainingThis manual provides a standardized program for training Company pilots. Initial training is to assure the pilot’s proficiency in procedures and techniques, and to provide them with information essential to the efficient and safe conduct of their duties. Recurrent training is intended to refresh the pilots in the same subjects, add to their knowledge in new advancement in the industry, and assure their continued proficiency. Re- qualifica-tion training is intended to provide training to a crewmember that was previously qualified in the aircraft, but is not currently qualified. Upgrade training (when applicable) will pro-vide training for crewmembers that have qualified and served as Second-in- Command on a particular type aircraft. Transition training (when applicable) will provide training for crewmembers that have qualified and served in the same capacity on another aircraft. Differences training will be used for crewmembers that have qualified and served on a particular type aircraft, when the FAA or the Chief Pilot has found that differences train-ing is necessary before a crewmember serves in the same capacity on a particular ver-sion of the aircraft.

1.3 Training ObjectiveAt the conclusion of any training curriculum, the individual involved will be able to successfully demonstrate their knowledge of the regulations, polices, and procedures applicable to the specific block of instruction by correctly answering 80 percent of the questions on written tests. During the flight check, at the completion of training, the pilot will be able to fly the aircraft within the standards set by the Practical Test Standards (PTS) for the certificate required to be held in the particular type of operation or to the standards set by the maneuvers and procedures manual, whichever requires the greater de-gree of pilot skill (the maneuvers and procedures manual can not have a standard that is less than the Practical Test Standard).

1.4 Training ResponsibilitiesMeregrass Inc is responsible to assure that all training and checks required by 14 CFR Part 135 are successfully completed. From time to time Meregrass Inc may call upon the contract-training partners to provide the required training but will always retain the responsibility.

1.5 Procedures for Keeping Manual Current Each contract-training partner will forward any changes in the Aircraft Appen-

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manual.

A copy of all approved changes will be sent to the respective contract-training partner for insertion into Meregrass Inc’s approved training program.

Meregrass Inc will advise the contract-training partner of possible manual changes caused by 14 CFR Part 135 rule changes.

1.6 Training SyllabusThe ground-training syllabus provides an ordered listing of the required ground-training subjects including emergency training for each aircraft type. Flight training is incorpo- rated within that same category curriculum.

Each curriculum is a guide and should be treated as such. If there is a need to modify the curriculum for a specific situation, it should be accomplished; however, in all situations the required subjects must be covered.

The determination of base month for training will be done in the following manner:

Basic company indoctrination (Non aircraft specific). Base month begins in the month in which basic indoctrination was completed.

Aircraft specific training base month will begin in the month in which the flight checks for that aircraft are satisfactorily completed.

Hazmat, general emergencies, line checking, and instrument proficiency base month will begin in the month in which these are completed.

1.7 Instructional FacilitiesTraining will be conducted in any room that can comfortably seat four (4) or more people and is equipped with a computer and/or viewing screen (e.g., PowerPoint projector), as specified. The training material consists of either self-paced computer-based training, PowerPoint presentations, computer demonstrations/simulations displayed by way of a computer, or a combination of these methods.

1.8 Instructional Delivery Methods / Courseware Computer training systems (CTS) online training is used to deliver the subjects

that are generally applicable to all pilots, aircraft, and operations (General Sub-jects Training).

PowerPoint presentations or computer-based training are used to deliver the company-specific procedures and are applicable to the specific pilots, aircraft, and operations that are to be conducted by Meregrass Inc.

Specific lesson plans are not contained in this plan. The instructor will develop a lesson plan prior to instruction. Elements contained in this plan do not constitute a lesson plan in and of themselves.

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1.9 Qualification Requirements

1.9.1 Previous TrainingPilots previously trained and current under another certificate holder's program may be granted credit for the ground and flight training requirements of that program provided that the previous employer has forwarded all documentation. This must include ground and flight training programs, emergency and hazardous materials training programs. This documentation will be submitted to the POI when requesting approval of the trans- fer of credit for training received. The Qualification Checking Module will have to be completed by the new hire to ensure adequate and complete training under both programs. The Operator Specific – Basic Indoctrination (Company Procedures) training must be completed in their entirety.

I n i t i al New Hi r e : New employees without previous 14 CFR Part 135 experience and without previous experience in the same duty position of the aircraft in which the flight crew member is being trained shall complete Course INHA.

C u rr ent and Q ua li f i ed : New employees with previous 14 CFR Part 135 experience in the same duty position and aircraft in which the flight crew member is being trained shall complete Course INHB. After completion of Operator Specific Basic Indoctrination, a current Airman Competency / Proficiency Check (FAA Form 8410-3 or equivalent) may be accepted, at the discretion of the Director of Operations orChief Pilot, as a substitute for Course INHB. In such a case, testing under 14 CFR135.293 (a) (1) must be conducted by a Check Airman.

C u rr ent i n A i r c r a f t : New employees without previous 14 CFR Part 135 experience, but with previous experience in the same duty position of the aircraft in which the flight crew member is being trained, shall complete Course INHC.

P a r t 135 Q ua li f i ed Pil o t s : New employees with previous 14 CFR Part 135 experi-ence, but without previous experience in the same duty position of the aircraft in which the flight crew member is being trained, shall complete Course INHD.

Case-by-case approval shall be coordinated with the POI.

A flight crewmember may complete a curriculum segment without completing the pro-grammed hours, providing all of the following conditions are met:

The crewmember successfully completes all required training events.

An instructor recommends (suitably documented) the test to be administered before completion of the specified number of training hours.

The crewmember satisfactorily completes the Qualification Segment.

1.9.2 Qualification PrerequisitesNo person will be assigned duties as a pilot until they have completed the following requirements:

In accordance with FAR 135.331, each pilot will undergo emergency training on the make and model aircraft to be flown.

The pilot must have successfully completed a course on the recognition of Hazard- ous Materials in accordance with FAR 135.505.

Ground training, in accordance with FAR 135.345, must have been successfully


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completed.

The pilot must have successfully passed an oral or written examination within the past twelve (12) calendar months conducted by an authorized Check Airman or FAA inspector as stipulated in FAR 135.293(a) and the Operations Specifications.

In accordance with paragraph (b) of FAR 135.293, the pilot must successfully com-plete a flight test administered in the class or type of aircraft to be flown by an au-thorized Check Airman or FAA inspector.

In order to function as a Pilot-in-Command it is necessary that an enroute qualification check be conducted within the preceding twelve (12) months as prescribed in FAR 135.299 and the Operations Specifications.

If applicable, the pilot must have successfully passed an IFR proficiency check conducted under the provisions of FAR 135.297.

In order to function as a Pilot-in-Command, and if authorized to use an autopilot in lieu of a Second-in-Command, the pilot must have completed an autopilot check within the past 12 calendar months as required by FAR 135.297 (g).

Candidates for company instructor pilots or check airmen must meet the requirements of FAR 135.338, 135.339, and 135.340.

Training subjects that apply to more than one aircraft or crewmember position and that have been satisfactorily completed during previous training while employed by the company for another aircraft or another crewmember position need not be re- peated during subsequent training other than recurrent training.

1.9.3 Programmed Flight Training Hours - ReductionA flight crewmember will complete a flight training curriculum segment by successfully accomplishing each training event and the specified number of training hours. Flight crewmembers are then required to successfully meet the requirements specified in the Qualification Segment. If a pilot fails to meet any of the qualification requirements because of a lack of flight proficiency, they must be returned to training status. After additional training, an instructor recommendation is required for accomplishing the unsatisfactory qualification requirement.

A flight crewmember may successfully complete a flight training curriculum segment without completing the specified number of training hours provided all of the following are met:

The crewmember successfully completes all of the training events required by the curriculum segment.

An instructor recommends the flight test be conducted before completion of the specified number of training hours. The recommendation must be documented.

The crewmember satisfactorily completes the qualification curriculum segment requirements. If a flight crewmember fails to meet the qualification curriculum segment requirements because of lack in flight proficiency, they must complete all training hours specified. An instructor must then recommend the crewmember before accomplishing the failed qualification requirements.

1.9.4 Instructors and Check AirmenNo person may serve as a flight instructor or Check Airman in the training program for a


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particular type aircraft unless that person:

Holds the airman certificate and ratings required to serve as a Pilot-in-Command for that type of operation.

Has satisfactorily completed the appropriate training phases for the aircraft, including recurrent training, which would qualify the individual to serve as a Pilot-in- Command.

Has satisfactorily completed the appropriate proficiency or competency checks required to serve as a Pilot-in-Command.

Has satisfactorily completed the applicable training requirements of FAR 135.339.

Holds a current Class I or Class II medical certificate.

Has been designated by the Company to perform as a flight instructor or Check Airman.

In the case of a Check Airman, has been approved by the Administrator for the Check Airman duties involved.

· Ground training will be conducted at the direction of the Chief Pilot or his designated representative. The Chief Pilot will be responsible for administering all tests, written or oral, or company flight instructors or check airmen (if FAA approved).

1.9.5 Review and Test Procedures Gr ound T r a i n i ng - In order to assure pilots possess adequate knowledge of sub-

jects covered, they are required to pass an oral or written examination with a minimum grade of 80% corrected to 100%, as required.

NOTE: If an individual fails to pass the examination, they will be assigned extra study time as deemed necessary and will be retested using a different exam. If examination is failed again, the operator will determine further training/testing.

Si m u l a t or T r a i n i ng - Procedures and maneuvers will be graded P (Proficient), S (Satisfactory), C (Additional Training Required,) U (Unsatisfactory), or D (Demon- strated or Discussed). The pilot will be required to achieve a grade of 1 by completion of training. A grade of 3 will result in retraining of the pilot in the deficient elements. Meregrass Inc will make the decision as to removal of pilots demonstrating grade 4 performances from flight status. If a Level C or D simulator is not available, the required training may be conducted in a visual simulator providing those events have approval for a visual simulator.

F li g ht T r a i n i ng - Items on each flight will be graded using the same grading criteria used for simulator training. The line check required by 14 CFR Part 135.299 may only be done in flight and cannot be accomplished in a simulator of any class. Any training not accomplished in the simulator will be accomplished in the aircraft.

Pil ot C hec k s - Checks required by 14 CFR Part 135.293 and 14 CFR Part 135.297 may be accomplished in a FAA certified simulator to the extent approved by the FAA. A properly designated Check Airman, training center evaluator, or FAA inspector will give these tests. Should any portion of the check not be completed in

the simulator, the remaining portion will be accomplished in an aircraft.


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1.10 Categories of TrainingThere are six (6) basic categories of training. The primary factor determining the appropriate category of training is the pilot's previous experience. Each category of training consists of several curriculums that are specific to an aircraft and duty position. The cat-egories of training include:

1. Initial Traininga. Initial New-Hire with No Part 135 Experienceb. Initial New-Hire with Previous Part 135 Experience

⇒ Same Duty Position and Same Aircraft-Specific Aircraft⇒ Same Duty Position but no Aircraft-Specific Experience⇒ No Duty Position and no Aircraft-Specific Experience

c. Basic Indoctrinationd. Initial Pilot-in-Command/Second-in-Command

2. Initial Equipment (Or New Equipment)3. Transition Training4. Upgrade Training5. Recurrent Training6. Re-qualification Training

Each individual being assigned to a different duty position and/or aircraft type must com-plete Initial, Initial Equipment, Transition, Upgrade, Recurrent, or Re-qualification Train-ing (depending upon the aircraft type and duty position for which they were previously qualified). All initial new hires will complete a curriculum that includes: Basic Indoc- trina-tion, Emergency Training and Hazardous Material.

N ew E q u i p m en t : Each flight crewmember will complete a flight-training course (InitialEquipment Training) whenever new equipment is added to the fleet before a pilot canact as Pilot-in-Command or Second-in-Command of the aircraft. The flight time required will vary according to the type or complexity of the new equipment.

Initial TrainingI n i t i al N ew Hi r e (I NH A ) : New employees without previous 14 CFR Part 135 experience and without previous experience in the same duty position of the aircraft in which the flight crew member is being trained.

I n i t i al N ew Hi r e (I NHB ) : New employees with previous 14 CFR Part 135 experience in the same duty position and aircraft may receive credit for ground and flight training. After completion of Operator Specific Basic Indoctrination, a current Air- man Competency/Proficiency Check (FAA Form 8410-3 or equivalent) may be accepted, at the discretion of the Director of Operations or Chief Pilot, as a substitute for Course INHB. In such a case, testing under 14 CFR 135.293(a) (I) must be conducted by a Check Airman.

I n i t i al N ew Hi r e (I NHC ) : New employees without previous 14 CFR Part 135 experience, but with previous experience in the same duty position of the aircraft in which the flight crew member is being trained.

I n i t i al N ew Hi r e (I NHD ) : New employees with previous 14 CFR Part 135 experience, but without previous experience in the same duty position of the aircraft in which the flight crew member is being trained.

Initial Equipment (INE): The purpose of this category is to train crewmembers being


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reassigned within Meregrass Inc, who have been previously trained and qualified for a duty position. This applies when the crewmember has not been previously trained and qualified for the new duty position and aircraft type.

Transition Training (TRA): This is provided to a crewmember who has been previously trained or qualified for a specific duty position and who is being assigned to another aircraft type of the same group, in the same duty position.

Upgrade Training (UPG): This is provided to each flight crew member who has been previously trained and qualified as a second-in-command and who is now being assigned as Pilot-in-Command in the same aircraft type. If the aircraft is also changing, the individual must also complete the appropriate initial or transition training requirementsfor the aircraft. Upgrade training provides all required material to prepare the individual to serve at the next higher flight crew position.

Recurrent Training (REC): This is provided to a crew member who has been trained and qualified by Meregrass Inc and will continue to serve in the same duty position and aircraft type and who must receive recurrent training and/or checking within an appropriate eligibility period to maintain currency.

Re-qualification Training (REQ): This is provided to a crew member who has been trained and qualified by Meregrass Inc but has become unqualified to serve in a particular duty position and/or aircraft due to not having received recurrent training and/or required flight or competency check within the appropriate eligibility period. Re- qualifica-tion training hours will be in accordance with the Air Transportation Operations Inspec-tor's Handbook 8900.1.3. Re-qualification training will also be conducted when a PIC is reassigned as a SIC on the same aircraft type if seat dependent training is required.

1.11 Training CurriculumsThe syllabus for the pilot initial training phase prescribes the minimum time coverage in hours considered necessary to achieve the desired level of proficiency. It may be modi- fied as the circumstances under which it is given will permit or require. See Table 1 at the end of this section.

1.11.1 Curriculum SegmentsEach curriculum is further divided into several curriculum segments. (See Table 1. Summary of Curriculum Segments and Categories of Training) Each segment is an integral phase of the curriculum and may be evaluated individually. Beginning with Sec- tion 2 of this training manual, we present those specialty curriculum segments required for most crewmembers, and some specialty curriculum segments required only for selected individuals. Each aircraft-specific training sections contain those Aircraft Specific curriculum segments that relate to Aircraft Ground Training, Aircraft Simulator/Flight Training, and Qualification. Curriculum segments are grouped and classified as Spe- cialty Curriculum - Basic Indoctrination Training, Emergency Training, Hazardous Ma- terial Training, etc. and Aircraft Specific Curriculum - Aircraft Ground Training, Aircraft Simulator/Flight Training, Differences Training, and Qualification. A brief description of each Curriculum Segment can be found below:

Basic Indoctrination Training (Company Specific) - This training familiarizes each crewmember with the Meregrass Inc method of conducting operations in air transpor-


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tation. It specifically acquaints them with policies, procedures, forms, organizational, and administrative practices in order to be certain they have acquired adequate basic knowledge. The training is divided as follows:

1. Drug and Alcohol Testing Program2. General Operations Manual – includes the following:

a. Company Operating Manual, Certificate and Operations Specifications b. Duties and Responsibilities of Flight Crew Membersc. Company Flight Control (flight locating procedures and operational control)d. Weight and Balance

3. Appropriate Provisions of the Code of Federal Regulations4. Company Accident History

General Subjects Training – CTS (Airman Specific) - This addresses the kind of op-eration and the general capabilities of the aircraft. Includes pertinent information that ensures the pilot will be prepared for aircraft ground and flight training. It will provide in-formation appropriate to the duty position on the following subjects:

1. Aircraft Performance and Airport Analysis2. Navigation3. Meteorology4. Airspace and ATC Procedures5. Enroute and Terminal Area Charting and Flight Planning6. Concepts of Instrument Procedures7. Air Traffic Control8. Federal Aviation Regulations9. Hazardous Materials.

Tutorials are presented on the computer followed by tests. The lessons are followed by tests that evaluate the student’s retention of knowledge presented. Each incorrect an-swer is automatically reviewed again with the student until the student gets all the an-swers correct. An exam is administered at the end of each segment and the student can re-take the exam until the desired score is attained. The minimum passing scoreis 80%. Captains are encouraged but not required to achieve a score of 100%. The list of topics covered in our computer training program is listed below.

CTS takes the average pilot approximately 32 hours total to complete all modules. All exams are randomly selected from a bank of up to 200 questions. Lesson completion and exam results are automatically recorded. Lessons are corrected to 100% and exam errors are reviewed.

CTS is a web-based system maintained by Computer Training Systems. They are responsible for version control and assuring that the web-based training material is current. If a segment, curriculum, or module changes in a way that affects safety, users are notified and directed to revisit the effected elements for retraining.

Emergency Training – Emergency training is required for all crew members on each item specified in 14 CFR Part 135.331. The training is divided into two distinct parts, Emergency Drill and Emergency Situation. The emergency items identified in 14 CFR Part 135.331 must be conducted every 12 months. See the training interval requirements is presented in Section 4 Emergency Training.

1. Emergency Situation Training - Instruction on the factors involved and the procedures to be followed when an emergency occurs. This includes ditching, rapid decompression, aircraft fires and persons needing first aid.


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a. Flight and Crewmember Duties and Responsibilities b. Crew Coordination and Company Communicationsc. Aircraft In-Flight Emergencies (Emergency Checklists)d. Aircraft Firese. First Aid Equipmentf. Illness, Injury and Basic First Aid (as appropriate)g. Ground Evacuation h. Ditchingi. Rapid Decompressionj. Previous Aircraft Accidents/Incidents k. Crewmember Incapacitationl. Hijacking and Other Unusual Situations

2. Emergency Drill Training - Instruction and practice in the actual use of certain items of emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers, life vests, and first aid equipment. This training is specific to the type aircraft being trained.a. Hand Held Fire Extinguishersb. Portable Oxygen Systems (if applicable)c. Emergency Exitsd. Ditching Equipment (if applicable)

International and RVSM Operations (CTS or Contract Training Provider) – This is a computer based course that provides information of a general nature that is applicable to operators engaged in the following operations. A more detailed PowerPoint presentation with scenarios should also be provided.

1. International Flight Operations2. Oceanic Operations3. Long Range Navigation and Communications4. RVSM Airspace.

Special Curriculum Segment Training - Specialty Curriculum provided only to those crewmembers that require this specialized training.

Aircraft Ground Training - This segment provides crewmembers with the necessary knowledge for understanding the basic functions of aircraft systems, the use of system components, the integration of systems and the related operational procedures for a specific aircraft. The specific areas that must be included are: General Operational Sub-jects, Aircraft Systems and Systems Integration Training.

Aircraft/Simulator Flight Training - The primary objective of flight training is to provide an opportunity for pilots to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to perform to the desired standard. Flight training (except for windshear training) may be conducted entirely in an aircraft, or a combination of aircraft and either a flight simulator or flight-training device, or in some cases, completed entirely in an advanced flight simulator. The training events required to meet the Flight Training Curriculum Segmentsare outlined in the Aircraft Appendix.

Differences Training - Provided for both Aircraft Ground and Flight Segments (if necessary) to address variations of the same model of aircraft.

Qualification - Checkout and qualification will be an integral part of each segment of training. The final check and completion of the Qualification Segment occurs when the individual has successfully completed each applicable segment of training and has


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completed the checks outlined in 14 CFR Parts 135.293, 135.297 and 135.299 (as appropriate).

NOTE: Satisfactory completion of the check required by 14 CFR Part 135.293 within the preceding 12 calendar months may be substituted for Recurrent Flight Training.

(Reference: 14 CFR Part 135.351 (c)).


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Summary of Training Components and Categories of Training

Training Component Hours CTS PPTINH REC REQ

INE TRA UPG

2 Basic Indoc – Operator Specific 8.0

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2.1 Drug & Alcohol Testing Program 2.0 2.2 Duties and Responsibilities 1.0 2.3 Appropriate Provisions of FAR’s 1.0 2.4 Certificate and Operations Specifications 1.0 2.5 Company Flight Control 1.0 2.6 Weight and Balance 1.0 2.7 Company Accident History 1.0 3 Basic Indoc – General Subjects (CTS) 27.0

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) 3.1 Aircraft Performance & Airport Analysis 3.0 3.2 Navigation 3.0 3.3 Meteorology 3.0 3.4 Airspace and ATC Procedures 3.0 3.5 En Route & Term. Area Chart & Flight Planning 3.0 3.6 Concepts of Instrument procedures 3.0 3.7 Air Traffic Control 3.0 3.8 Federal Aviation Regulations 3.0 3.9 Hazardous Materials 3.0 4 Emergency Training 6.5

Emer

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4.1 Emergencies Situation Training4.1.1 Flight Crew Duties & Responsibilities 0.5 4.1.2 Crew Coordination & Company Comm 0.5 4.1.3 Aircraft In-Flight Emergencies (Checklist) 0.5 4.1.4 Aircraft Fires and Hand Held Fire Extinguisher 0.5 4.7.5 First Aid Equipment 0.5 4.7.6 Illness, Injury and Basic First Aid 0.5 4.7.7 Ground Evacuation 0.25 4.7.8 Ditching 0.25 4.7.9 Rapid Decompression 0.25 4.7.10 Previous Aircraft Accidents/Incidents 0.25 4.7.11 Crewmember Incapacitation 0.25 4.7.12 Hijacking & Other Unusual Situations 0.25 4.2 Emergency Drill Training (every 2 years)

Prac

tical

Dem

o 4.1 Hand Held Fire Extinguishers 0.5 4.2 Portable Oxygen Systems 0.5 4.3 Emergency Exits 0.5 4.4 Ditching Equipment 0.5 5 International and RVSM Operations 12.0

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5.1 International Operations 4.0 5.2 Oceanic Operations 4.0 5.3 Long Range Navigation & Comm. 2.0 5.4 RVSM Airspace 2.0


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Training Component Hours CTS PPTINH REC REQ

INE TRA UPG

6 Pilot Flight Instructor / Check Airman Trn P. * 7 Aircraft Ground Operations

AC

Gnd

Ops 7.1 Ground Handling (All Aircraft) 2.0

7.2 Ground De-Icing 2.0 8 Aircraft Specific Training

Airc

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Spec

ific

Trai

ning 8.1 Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook As Req

8.1.1 General Operations As Req 8.1.2 Aircraft Systems As Req 8.1.2.1 Seat Removal and Installation Training As Req 8.2 Systems Integration Training As Req 8.3 Aircraft Procedures Training As Req

Table 1. Summary of Curriculum Segments and Categories of Training

Pilots with appropriate previous FAR 135 experience (as determined acceptable by theFAA) may:

In lieu of completing all of the ground training curriculum areas, pass an oral or written exam as an equivalent of ground training curriculum completion.

In lieu of completing the total minimum flight training hours as specified in the curriculum, successfully pass the flight checks as required by FAR 135.293 (b) and/or

135.297, and 135.299.

Satisfactory completion of the check required by FAR 135.293 within the preced-ing

12 calendar months may be substituted for recurrent flight training.

1.12 Re-qualificationA re-qualification curriculum segment is required when a crewmember fails to complete recurrent training during an established eligibility period. The minimum amount of training required in each segment of the curriculum is determined by the length of time the crewmember has been unqualified. Crewmembers must be trained to proficiency and complete a qualification module before being returned to revenue service. Re- qualifica-tion curriculum outlines must specify minimum training hours and events. Part135 allows crewmembers to be trained to proficiency. In each individual case, more or less training hours called for in the curriculum outline may be required. The following ta-bles contain the re-qualification requirements for Part 135 crewmembers that have ex- ceeded their respective eligibility periods for required training or checks.


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Jet and Turbojet Aircraft Single and Multi EngineTime Past Month Due: Up to 12 Calendar Months.Recurrent Ground Training Segment: The portion of training not accomplished when due.Recurrent Flight Training: The elements not accomplished when due.

Qualification Segment: The modules not accomplished in the eligibility period: Competency Check, Line Check, or Special.

Time Past Month Due: 12 to 35 Calendar MonthsRecurrent Ground Training Segment: 16 Hours 50% for Initial EquipmentRecurrent Flight Training: 9 Hours 50% for Initial EquipmentQualification Segment: Transition CurriculumTime Past Month Due: 36 to 59 Calendar MonthsRecurrent Ground Training Segment: 24 Hours Initial Equipment TrainingRecurrent Flight Training: 16 Hours Initial Equipment TrainingQualification Segment: Transition Curriculum Initial Equipment TrainingTime Past Month Due: 12 to 35 Calendar MonthsRecurrent Ground Training Segment: Initial Equipment Training Initial Equipment TrainingRecurrent Flight Training: Initial Equipment Training Initial Equipment TrainingQualification Segment: Initial Equipment Training Initial Equipment Training

Table 2. Part 135 Requalification Curriculums

1.13 Re-qualification of Flight Crewmembers Who Have Failed a CheckA flight crewmember that fails a required check must be entered into re-qualification training. The re-qualification training segment must consist of at least that remedial training required to restore the airman’s competence in the failed events. Training may consist of as little as a detailed debriefing or it may need to be very extensive. Additional training should be given to strengthen the crewmembers overall perfor-mance. The reasons for the disqualification and the training given must be entered in the airman’s records. The instructor or Check Airman conducting this training must certify to the crewmembers proficiency before the crewmember retakes the check ride. This certification is not limited to the events the crewmember failed but it encompasses all events of the qualification module.

1.14 Instructors - Credit for Instruction

Flight instructors and ground instructors get credit for receiving instruction for the in-structional module that they deliver.


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2 Operator Specific – Basic Indoctrination (Company Procedures)The objective of this section is to provide newly hired pilots with the necessary information to understand and comply with all company policies and procedures, Federal Aviation Regula- tions, company operations manual, meteorology, air traffic control, flight profiles and general emergency procedures.

2.1 Drug and Alcohol Testing ProgramSubject: Drug and Alcohol Testing Program

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the drug and alcohol anti - misuse program.

Recommended Time: Initial – 2:00 / Recurrent – As Required

Training Aids: Computer and/orPowerPoint Projector

Courseware: General Operations ManualPowerPoint PresentationDrug and Alcohol Misuse Program DocumentationForms

Delivery Method: PowerPoint PresentationComputer-Based Training

Completion Stan- dards:Elements:

1. Drug Program2. Alcohol Program

Complete an oral examination given by the instructor to determine adequate knowledge of the subject material


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2.2 General Operations ManualSubject: Duties and Responsibilities

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands their duties and responsibilities and those with whom they work.



Courseware: General Operations Manual

Delivery Method: PowerPoint Presentation



1. Manual Structure, Revisions, Procedures2. Organization – Duties and Responsibilities3. Accident/Incident Notification4. General Policies5. Company Procedures – Flight Preparation6. Enroute7. Emergencies8. Aircraft Ground Deicing Procedures9. Other Procedures and Policy Instructions

10. Forms and Records

N o t e : Topics such as Company Flight Control, Weight and Balance, and other company procedures are included in the above sections of the GOM.

2.3 Appropriate Provisions of the Federal Aviation RegulationsSubject: Federal Aviation Regulations

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the applicable provisions of the Federal Aviation Regulations and NTSB Part 830.



Courseware: General Operations ManualCompliance Statement

Delivery Method: PowerPoint PresentationComputer Based Training

Completion Stan- dards:

Elements:

Complete a written and/or oral examination given by the computer and/or instructor to determine adequate knowledge of the subject material

A general presentation of the applicable FAR’s is presented in the General Subjects Training(next Section). This section addresses the applicable sections of FAR Parts 43, 91, 119, and135 as they have been addressed in the Compliance Statement.

1. FAR Part 43 – Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration2. FAR Part 91 Subpart E – Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and Alterations3. FAR Part 119

a. Subpart A – Generalb. Subpart B – Applicability of Operating Requirements to Different Kinds of Opera-

tions under Part 121, 125, and 135c. Subpart C – Certification, Operations Specifications, and Certain Other Require-

ments for Operations Conducted Under Part 121 or Part 1354. FAR Part 135

a. FAR 135 Subpart A - Generalb. FAR 135 Subpart B – Flight Operationsc. FAR 135 Subpart C – Aircraft and Equipmentd. FAR 135 Subpart D – VFR/IFR Operating Limitations and Weather Requirements e. FAR 135 Subpart E – Flight Crewmember Requirementsf. FAR 135 Subpart F – Crewmember Flight Time and Duty Period Limitations and

Rest Requirementsg. FAR 135 Subpart G – Crewmember Testing Requirements h. FAR 135 Subpart H – Trainingi. FAR 135 Subpart I – Airplane Performance Operating Limitationsj. FAR 135 Subpart J – Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and Alterations

2.4 Certificate and Operations SpecificationsSubject: Certificate and Operations Specifications

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the authorizations and limitations of the Meregrass Inc air carrier certification and Operating Specifications.



Courseware: Operating Specifications




1. Certificate Description2. Operations Specifications

a. Generalb. En Route Authorizations, Limitations, and Proceduresc. Airplane Terminal Instrument Procedures & Airport Authorizations & Limitations d. Aircraft Maintenancee. Weight and Balance

2.5 Company Accident HistorySubject: Company Accident History

Objective: Present the Company accident history to emphasize mitigation of risk and the application of Company procedures so that the procedures and training effectiveness can be improved.


Training Aids: ComputerPowerPoint ProjectorNorth Atlantic Plotting ChartsNavigational Devices and Manuals

Courseware: PowerPoint


Completion Standards: Complete an oral examination given by the instructor to determine adequate knowledge of the subject material

Elements:1. NTSB accident report reviews2. NASA reporting system.



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3 Airman Specific – General Subjects Training (CTS)

3.1 Aeronautical Information ManualSubject: Aeronautical Information Manual

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the pertinent topics covered in the Aeronautical Information Manual as it applies to navigation, procedures, tools, instruments, and safety of flight.


Training Aids: Computer

Courseware: CTS

Delivery Method: Computer Based Training


Complete a written examination given by the computer to determine adequate knowledge of the subject material

1. Navigation Aids2. Airport Lighting3. Airspace4. Services for Pilots5. Radio Communications6. Airport Operations7. Clearances8. Preflight9. Departures and Arrivals

10. Enroute11. Distress and Urgency and Ditching12. Safety of Flight13. Medical Facts.


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3.2 AirspaceSubject: Airspace and ATC Procedures

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands Airspace and the ATC procedures associated with operating in controlled airspace.



Courseware: CTS




1. Class A, B, C, D, E, G Airspace2. Prohibited and Restricted Areas3. Military Operations Areas (MOA)4. Warning and Alert Areas5. Terminal Radar Service Areas (TRSA)6. Airport Advisory Areas7. Wildlife Refuges, Parks, Forests8. Military Training Routes (MTR)9. Parachute Jump Areas

10. Temporary Flight Restrictions11. National Security Areas12. Air Defense Identification Zones (ADIZ).

3.3 Anti-ice and DeiceSubject: Anti-ice and Deice

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the hazards of icing conditions and methods of safely removing contamination from aircraft and the protection provided by anti-icing fluids.



Courseware: CTS




1. Causes and Problems of Contamination2. Deicing Methods3. Application Guidelines4. Deicing and Anti-icing Fluids.

3.4 Aviation WeatherSubject: Aviation Weather

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew can obtain, interpret, and make deci- sions based on current and forecast weather information.



Courseware: CTS




Meteorology1. Thunderstorms2. Turbulence and Surface Winds3. Reduced Visibility4. Icing5. Temperature and Pressure6. Moisture in the Atmosphere7. Clouds8. Fronts9. Fog.

High Altitude Weather and Aerodynamics1. The Atmosphere2. Jet Stream3. High Altitude Clouds4. Clear Air Turbulence5. High Altitude Weather Systems6. High Altitude Weather Products.

METAR1. Introduction2. METARS and Specials3. Wind, Visibility and Cloud Cover4. Precipitation, Obstruction to Visibility5. Temperature, Dew Point, Altimeter Settings.

3.5 Controlled Flight into Terrain and TAWSSubject: Controlled Flight into Terrain and TAWS

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew is sensitive and understands the factors contributing to controlled flight into terrain and the equipment available for aiding in situational awareness.



Courseware: CTS




Controlled Flight into Terrain1. Outside Factors2. Combating CFIT.

Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS)1. History2. Regulations3. Required Equipment4. Terrain Database5. Aircraft Flight Manual Inclusions6. Caution and Warning.

3.6 Crew Resource ManagementSubject: Crew Resource Management

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the communication requirements and procedures for increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of a two-pilot crew.



Courseware: CTS




1. Communication2. Situational Awareness3. Decision Making4. Cockpit Resource Management.

3.7 FAR Part 135Subject: Federal Aviation Regulations




Courseware: CTS




1. Rules applicable to operations subject to this Part (135.3)2. Emergency operations (135.19)3. Reporting mechanical irregularities (135.65)4. Reporting potentially hazardous meteorological conditions and irregularities of com-

munications and navigation facilities (135.67)5. Restriction or suspension of operations: continuation of flight in an emergency (135.69)6. Airworthiness check (135.71)7. Operating information required (135.83)8. Carriage of persons without compliance of the passenger-carrying provisions of Part

135 (135.85)9. Carriage of cargo including carry on luggage (135.87)

10. Pilot requirements: Use of oxygen (135.89)11. Oxygen for medical use by passengers (135.91)12. Autopilot: minimum altitudes for use (135.93)13. Second-in-Command required in IFR conditions (135.101)14. Exception to Second-in-Command requirement: IFR conditions (135.103)15. Exception to Second-in-Command requirement: approval of use of autopilot systems

(135.105)16. Passenger occupancy of a pilot seat (135.113)17. Manipulation of controls (135.115)18. Briefing of passengers before flight (135.117)19. Prohibition against carriage of weapons (135.119)20. Alcoholic beverages (135.121)21. Emergency and emergency evacuation duties (135.123)22. Equipment requirements: general (135.149)23. Fire extinguishers, passenger-carrying aircraft (135.155)24. Oxygen equipment requirements (135.157)25. Equipment requirements: carrying passengers under VFR at night or under VFR over-

the-top conditions (135.159)26. Radio and navigational equipment: carrying passengers under VFR at night or under

VFR over-the-top (135.161)27. Equipment requirements: airplanes carrying passengers IFR (135.165)28. Radio and navigational equipment: extended over water or IFR operations (135.165)

29. Emergency equipment: extended over water operations (135.167)30. Shoulder harness installation at flight crewmember stations (135.171)31. Performance requirements: aircraft operated VFR over-the-top or in IFR conditions

(135.181)32. Performance requirements: land aircraft operated over water (135.183)33. VFR: minimum altitudes (135.203)34. VFR: visibility requirements (135.205)35. VFR: fuel supply (135.209)36. VFR: Over-the-top carrying passengers: operating limitations (135.211)37. Weather reports and forecasts (135.213)38. IFR: operating limitations (135.215)39. IFR: takeoff limitations (135.217)40. IFR: destination airport weather minimums (315.219)41. IFR: alternate airport weather minimums (135.221)42. IFR: alternate airport requirements (1335.223)43. IFR: takeoff, approach, and landing minimums (135.225)44. Icing conditions: operating limitations (135.227)45. Airport requirements (135.229)46. Pilot qualifications: recent experience (135.247)47. Flight and duty time limitations (135.261).

3.8 FAR Parts 1, 61, 67, 91, and NTSB 830Subject: Federal Aviation Regulations




Courseware: CTS




Part 1Part 61

1. Duration of medical certificate2. General limitations3. Flight tests: general procedures4. Pilot logbooks5. Recent flight experience: Pilot-in-Command6. Pilot-in-Command proficiency check: operation of aircraft requiring more than one re-

quired Pilot-in-Command.Part 67Part 91

1. Responsibility and authority of the Pilot-in-Command2. Fuel requirements for flight in IFR conditions3. VOR equipment check for IFR operations4. Powered civil aircraft with standard category US airworthiness certificates, instrument

and equipment requirements5. Right-of-way rules6. Aircraft lights7. Compliance with ATC clearances and instructions8. Minimum safe altitudes, general9. Basic VFR weather minimums

10. Special VFR weather minimums11. Takeoff and landing IFR, general12. Minimum altitudes for IFR operations13. IFR, radio communications14. Inspections15. Maintenance records.

National Transportations Safety Board: Part 830


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3.9 Fixed Wing WindshearSubject: Fixed Wing Windshear

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the basic concepts of windshear, the precautions, and procedures for averting windshear.



Courseware: CTS




1. Windshear Weather2. Windshear Encounters3. Flight Crew Actions4. Windshear Recovery.

3.10 Advanced NavigationSubject: Advanced Navigation

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the navigational concepts, equipment, and procedures associated with GPS, ILS PRM, and RNAV.



Courseware: CTS




GPS1. GPS History and Operation2. GPS Accuracies and Errors3. RAIM4. Equipment and Database Requirements5. Phases of the Approach6. GPS Instrument Approach Procedures7. GPS NOTAMs and Aeronautical Information8. Position Orientation9. Conventional vs GPS Navigation

10. Departures and Standard Instrument Procedures11. Flying GPS Approaches.

ILS PRM1. Introduction to ILS PRM2. ILS PRM Procedures3. SOIA Procedures.

US RNAV Operations1. Background2. Eligible Aircraft Systems3. Operating Procedures4. RNAV SID Specific Requirements5. Pilot Knowledge Requirements.

3.11 Hazmat – Will Not CarrySubject: Hazardous Materials

Objective: Ensure that each COMPANYNAME employee or agent is able to recognize materials as hazardous and know where in the Company manual system to turn for further guidance and instructions.



Courseware: CTS




1. Class 1 Hazmats2. Class 2 Hazmats3. Class 3 Hazmats4. Class 4 Hazmats5. Class 5 Hazmats6. Class 6 Hazmats7. Class 7 Hazmats8. Class 8 Hazmats9. Class 9 Hazmats

10. Miscellaneous Labels.

3.12 Jeppesen and/or NACO Instrument ChartsSubject: Jeppesen and/or NACO Instrument Charts

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands en route and terminal area charting and flight planning



Courseware: CTS




1. Departures and Arrivals2. Enroute Charts3. Approach Charts.

3.13 Physiology and First AidSubject: Physiology and First Aid

Objective: Ensure the flight crew is knowledgeable about physiology associated with altitude changes and first aid.



Courseware: CTS




1. Decompression Sickness2. First Aid3. Hyperventilation4. Hypoxia5. Spatial Disorientation6. Trapped Gasses.

3.14 Land and Hold ShortSubject: Land and Hold Short

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the Land and Hold Short requirements and procedures.



Courseware: CTS




1. Introduction2. Factors Affecting Landing Distance3. When is LAHSO Authorized4. LAHSO Procedures5. Communications6. Airport Markings, Lighting, and Signs.

3.15 Runway IncursionSubject: Runway Incursion

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands factors that contribute to runway incursions and follow procedures to help mitigate this risk.



Courseware: CTS




1. Introduction2. Flight Planning3. Ground Operations4. Safe Taxiing Operations5. Airport Lighting6. Airport Pavement Markings and Signs7. New Equipment.


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4 Emergency TrainingThe minimum required training hours as specified by Order 8900 is presented below.

Initial New-Hire Flight Crewmember General Emergency Training Hours(8900.1 Volume 3 Chapter 19 Section 4)

Aircraft Family Type of Operation TrainingHours

Part 135 Transport All 8Multi-Engine Airplane Land Operations 4

Extended Overwater 6Uninhabited Environment 6

Recurrent General Emergency Training

Type of Recurrent GeneralEmergency Training Required

Months Since First Emergency TrainingCurriculum Segment was Completed

12 Months 24 Months 36 Months 48 MonthsEmergency Situation Training Emergency Drill (pictorial or demo) Emergency Drill (hands-on)

Table 3. Minimum Hours for Emergency Training

4.1 Emergency Situation TrainingThe objective of Meregrass Inc emergency situation training is to prepare each person to properly respond to an emergency.

4.1.1 Flight Crewmember Duties and ResponsibilitiesSubject: Flight Crewmember Duties and Responsibilities

Objective: Ensure that each flight crewmember understands their duties and responsibilities when an emergency situation arises.







1. Emergency assignments2. Captain's emergency authority3. Reporting incidents and accidents.


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4.1.2 Crew Coordination and Company CommunicationsSubject: Crew Coordination and Company Communications

Objective: Ensure that each flight crewmember understands and is able to meet the requirements and follow the procedures for crew coordination and Company communications.







1. Cabin crew notification procedures2. Ground agency notification procedures (FAA, Airport Authority)3. Company communications procedures.

4.1.3 *Aircraft In-Flight Emergencies (Emergency Checklists)Subject: Aircraft In-Flight Emergencies (Emergency Checklist)

Objective: Ensure that each flight crewmember is able to access and imple- ment the emergency checklist.



Courseware: General Operations ManualAirplane Flight ManualPilot Operating HandbookEmergency Checklists

Delivery Method: PowerPoint PresentationDemonstrationPractice


1. Engine Failures2. Fire


3. Emergency Descent4. Icing5. Pressurization6. Spins.

4.1.4 *Aircraft Fires and Hand Held Fire ExtinguishersSubject: Aircraft Fires and Hand Held Fire Extinguishers

Objective: Ensure that each flight crewmember understands the principles associated with fires and has the intellectual basis for properly re- sponding to the different fire threats associated with the aircraft that they operate.



Courseware: CTS




1. Principles of combustion and classes of fires2. Toxic fumes and chemical irritants3. Use of appropriate hand-held extinguishers4. Lavatory fires5. Smoke masks and goggles.

4.1.5 *First Aid EquipmentSubject: First Aid Equipment

Objective: Ensure that each flight crewmember understands and is able to use the first aid equipment that is aboard the aircraft.



Courseware: CTS


Completion Standards: Complete a written examination given by the computer to determine adequate knowledge of the subject material

Elements:1. Contents of first aid kit2. Requirements for first aid kit integrity3. Use of individual items.

4.1.6 *Illness, Injury and Basic First Aid (as appropriate)Subject: Illness, Injury and Basic First Aid

Objective: Ensure that each flight crewmember is able to respond to illness and injury with the basic first aid that is likely to occur aboard the aircraft that they operate



Courseware: CTS



Elements:1. Principles of CPR2. Ear and sinus blocks3. Seeking medical assistance4. Treatment of shock5. Heart attack and pregnancy situations.

4.1.7 *Ground EvacuationSubject: Ground Evacuation



Training Aids: Computer and/or PowerPoint Projector CTS

Courseware: General Operations ManualAircraft Flight ManualPilot Operating Handbook

Delivery Method: PowerPoint PresentationDemonstration and Practice


Complete an oral and practical examination given by the instructor to determine adequate knowledge of the subject material

1. Aircraft configuration2. Directing passenger flow3. Blocked or jammed exit procedures4. Fuel spills and other ground hazards5. Handicapped persons.

4.1.8 *DitchingSubject: Ditching

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands the procedures associated with aircraft ditching.



Courseware: CTS




1. Cockpit and cabin preparation2. Passenger briefing3. Crew coordination4. Primary swells, secondary swells, and sea conditions5. Ditching heading and water landings6. Ditching at night.

4.1.9 *Rapid DecompressionSubject: Rapid Decompression

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands how to properly respond to a situation of rapid decompression.



Courseware: CTS



1. Respiration


2. Hypoxia, hypothermia, hyperventilation3. Time of useful consciousness4. Gas expansion/bubble formation5. Physical phenomena and actual incidents.


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4.1.10 Previous Aircraft Accidents/IncidentsSubject: Previous Aircraft Accidents/Incidents

Objective: Learn from the aircraft accidents and incidents of other operators with hopes that we will not make the same mistakes.1



Courseware: HandoutsAdvisory CircularsAccident ReportsJournal Articles

Delivery Method: PowerPoint PresentationDiscussion



1. NTSB accident report reviews2. Human factors/considerations3. NASA reporting system.

1 It is smart man that learns from his mistakes… A wise man learns from the mistakes of others.

4.1.11 Crewmember IncapacitationSubject: Crewmember Incapacitation

Objective: Ensure that each flight crewmember understands the Meregrass Inc procedures and reporting requirements associated with crewmember incapacitation.



Courseware: CTSGeneral Operations Manual




1. Company procedures2. Reporting requirements (NTSB)3. Interference with crewmembers.

4.1.12 Hijacking and Other Unusual SituationsSubject: Hijacking and Other Unusual Situations

Objective: Ensure that each crewmember understands the Company procedures associated with hijacking and other unusual situations.






1. Hijack procedures


2. Bomb threat procedures3. Security coordinator responsibilities4. In-flight intercept signals and procedures.

4.2 Emergency Drill TrainingSubject: Emergency Drill Training

Objective: Ensure that all personnel are familiar with procedures to respond to emergencies through practical exercises and practice.

Details: See the sections below for details on recommended times, training aids, courseware, delivery method, and completion standards.

Recurrent General Emergency Training

Type of Recurrent GeneralEmergency Training Required

Months Since First Emergency TrainingCurriculum Segment was Completed

12 Months 24 Months 36 Months 48 MonthsEmergency Situation Training Emergency Drill (pictorial or demo) Emergency Drill (hands-on)

An asterisk (*) identifies emergency training modules that are part of the recurrent generalemergency training curriculum segment.

4.2.1 *Hand Held Fire ExtinguishersSubject: Hand Held Fire Extinguishers

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands how to operate a hand held fire extinguisher by actually putting out a small, controlled fire.


Training Aids: Fire Extinguisher

Courseware: CTS

Delivery Method: Demonstration and PracticeDiscussion


The fire is safely and properly extinguished.

1. Inspection tags, dates, and proper charge levels2. Removal and storage of extinguishers3. Actual discharge of each type of extinguisher (Except Halon)4. Maintenance procedures and Minimum Equipment List (MEL).

4.2.2 *Portable Oxygen Systems (if applicable)Subject: Portable Oxygen Systems

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands how to operate a portable oxygen system.


Training Aids: Portable Oxygen System

Courseware: Instruction Manual



The oxygen system is successfully used to breath.

1. Inspection tags, dates, and pressures2. Removal and storage of oxygen bottles3. Actual operation of each type of bottle and each type of mask.

4.2.3 *Emergency ExitsSubject: Emergency Exits

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands how to operate the emergency exits.


Training Aids: Aircraft (Typically during an inspection when the emergency exit must be removed in the course of the inspection.)

Courseware: Aircraft Flight ManualPilot Operating Handbook



The emergency exit is successfully and safety opened and used to exit the aircraft.

1. Actual operation (open and close) of each exit in the normal and emergency modes.

4.2.4 *Ditching Equipment (if applicable)Subject: Ditching Equipment

Objective: Ensure that the flight crew understands how to operate the ditching equipment.


Training Aids: Aircraft (Typically during a time when the ditching equipment must be removed for recertification.)

Courseware: Aircraft Flight ManualPilot Operating Handbook


Completion Stan- dards:

Elements:

The ditching equipment is safely fetched from the aircraft storage location and deployed, as appropriate. There is no need to inflate a raft but it is useful to position the raft so that it would be ready to be inflated in an emergency situation.

1. Actual donning, use, and inflation of individual flotation means (life preservers)2. Instruction on life raft removal from the aircraft and inflation of each type of life raft3. Instruction on the use of life lines4. Actual boarding of a life raft or slide raft5. Instruction on survival equipment.



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5 International and RVSM Operations

5.1 International Flight OperationsSubject: International Flight Operations

Objective: Ensure crewmembers have knowledge of the Meregrass Inc requirements and regulations for international operations exclusive of MNPS airspace.


Training Aids: ComputerPowerPoint Projector

Courseware: CTS and PowerPoint

Delivery Method: Computer Based Training and PowerPoint Presentation


Elements:1. International Standards and Procedures

a. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)b. ICAO Articles and Annexes c. ICAO Airport Identifiersd. Special Use Airspace

2. Customs and Immigration a. International Customsb. United States Customsc. Immigration and Naturalization service (INS)d. Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)e. Penalties for Violationf. Customs Requirements

i. Where to Find Informationii. Entry and Departure from the United States

g. Pilot Requirements for United States Departureh. Personal Documentation

i. Passport ii. VISAiii. Health and Immunization Record iv. Other Documentsv. Aircraft Documents

i. Departure and Entry Considerations j. Cabotagek. Diversionsl. Re-entry into the United States m. Entry and Clearance – Cuban. Designated Airportso. Exemption for Special Landing Requirements


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p. Arrival to Customsq. Immigration and Agriculturer. Plant and Animal Quarantines of the United States Department of Agriculture s. Repairs to Private Aircraftt. Emergency Landings u. Customs Fees


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5.2 Oceanic OperationsSubject: Oceanic Operations

Objective: Ensure crewmembers have knowledge of the Meregrass Inc requirements and regulations for oceanic operations and to be able to properly operate in MNPS airspace.



Courseware: CTS and PowerPoint

Delivery Method: Computer Based Training and PowerPoint Presentation


Elements:1. Oceanic Operations

a. Basic Oceanic Long-Range Navigation Requirements b. Communications

i. Very High Frequency (VHF) Radios ii. High Frequency (HF) Radiosiii. Single Side Band (SSB) Transmitters iv. Selective Call-up (SELCAL)v. Transponder Operation vi. Position Reporting

c. Minimum Navigation Performance Specifications (MNPS)i. Aircraft Navigation System Performanceii. Special Arrangements for Penetration of MNPS Airspace

d. The Organized Track Systeme. MNPS Contingency Procedures

i. One System Fails before Takeoffii. One System Fails before Oceanic Boundaryiii. One System Fails after the OCA Boundary is Crossed iv. Remaining System Subsequently Failsv. Other Emergencies

f. Reduced Vertical Separation Minimums (RVSM)g. RVSM Crew Operating Procedures

i. Flight Planningii. Aircraft Pre-Flightiii. In-Flight Proceduresiv. RVSM Contingency Procedures v. Contingency Scenariosvi. Post-Flight procedures

h. MNPS / RVSM Approval Procedurei. Additional Considerations for RVSM Approval

2. Emergency Procedures


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a. Emergency Equipment b. Emergency Procedures c. The Four C’sd. Search and Rescuee. International Interception Procedures

3. Flight Itinerarya. Factors in Itinerary Development

i. Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) vs. Local Time ii. International Standard Time Chartiii. Time Factors iv. Distancesv. Wind Factors

b. Flight Itinerary Preparation c. Flight Planning Checklistd. Other Planning Considerations


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5.3 Long Range Navigation and CommunicationsSubject: Long Range Navigation and Communications

Objective: Ensure crewmembers have knowledge of the Meregrass Inc procedures, preparations, limitations, and operational data required for long range navigation and communications.






Elements:1. Navigation Procedures

a. Navigation Termsb. Defining a Positionc. Measuring Distanced. Charting Conventionse. Navigation Calculationsf. Point of Safe Return (PSR)g. Journey Logh. Use of a Master Document i. Position Plottingj. Routine Monitoring k. Use of Radarl. Approaching Landfallm. Guarding against Complacency n. Most Common Causes of Errors o. Guidelines

2. Communicationsa. Very High Frequency (VHF) Radios b. High Frequency (HF) Radiosc. Single Side Band (SSB) Transmitters d. Selective Call-up (SELCAL)e. Transponder Operation f. Position Reporting

3. En-Route Charts and Terminal Procedures a. Typical International Chartsb. North Atlantic Plotting Chartc. Atlantic Orientation Chart ([AT(H/L) ½]d. European High Chart e. Terminal Procedures


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i. Altimeter Settingsii. Transition Altitude vs. Transition Level iii. Speed Limiting Procedures (SLP)iv. Holding Patterns

f. Terminal Charts4. Flight Itinerary

a. Factors in Itinerary Developmenti. Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) vs. Local Time ii. International Standard Time Chartiii. Time Factors iv. Distancesv. Wind Factors

b. Flight Itinerary Preparation c. Flight Planning Checklistd. Other Planning Considerations


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5.4 RVSM AirspaceSubject: Reduced Vertical Separation Minimums (RVSM) Airspace

Objective: Ensure crewmembers have knowledge of the Meregrass Inc procedures, preparations, and limitations required for operating in RVSM Airspace.






Elements:1. RVSM Procedures

a. Generalb. Requirementsc. Flight Planning d. Preflighte. Enroute Procedures Prior to RVSM Operations f. Enroute Procedures During RVSM Operations g. Altitude Deviationsh. Post Flighti. In-flight Contingencies j. Abnormal Operationsk. Emergency Operations (NAT Regional Supplementary Procedures Document

7030)2. Abnormal Navigation Operations

a. Intentional Deviationb. Unintentional Deviationsc. Divergence Between Systemsd. Loss of One Nav System (or loss of 2 of 3 LRNS)e. Loss of Both (or all ) NAV Systems f. Navigation Errorg. AMVER

3. Required Navigation Performance Airspace (RNP)a. General Requirements b. Flight Planningc. European RNP-5 Requirements d. Pacific RNP-10 Requirementse. Operational Requirements.


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FAAPage 6-1


Programmed Training Hours Initial TransitionFlight Instructor (Ground Training) 4.0 1.0Flight Instructor (Flight Training) 2.0 2.0

Check Airman (Ground Training) 4.0 1.0Check Airman (Flight Training) 2.0 2.0

6 Pilot Flight Instructor / Check Airman Training ProgramSubject: Pilot Flight Instructor / Check Airman Training Program

Purpose: This section provides a standardization program for the training of Company Pilot Flight Instructors. This training is to insure that the pilot's knowledge and proficiency is sufficient to instruct other Company pilots.

Objective: To provide pilots with the necessary knowledge to qualify for duties as a Flight Instructor (Aircraft), Flight Instructor (Simulator), Check Airman (Aircraft), or Check Airman (Simulator).

Recommended Time:

NOTE: Training is specific to the aircraft for which the instruc-tor/Check Airman is being trained.

Training Aids: ComputerPowerPoint ProjectorAircraft or Simulator


Delivery Method: PowerPoint PresentationDiscussion


Elements…Flight Instructor Requirements: Meregrass Inc Flight Instructors shall meet the require-

ments of 14 CFR Part 135.338 and 135.340.

Contract Flight Instructors (Aircraft) and Flight Instructors (Simulator) shall meet the requirements of 14 CFR Part 135.338, 135.340, and 14 CFR Part142.

Check Airman Requirements: Meregrass Inc Check Airmen shall meet the requirements of14 CFR Part 135.337 and 135.339, and be approved as such by the CHDO.

Contractor Check Airmen shall meet the requirements of 14 CFR Part135.337, 135.339, and 14 CFR Part 142, and be approved as such by theCenter's TCPM.

Qualifications: No person will be assigned to duties as Pilot Flight Instructor with the Com- pany, unless he meets the following requirements:

1. Holds the airman certificates and ratings required to serve as a Pilot-in- Command in operations under 14 CFR Part 135.

2. Has satisfactorily completed the appropriate training phases for the air-


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craft, including recurrent training, that are required to serve as a Pilot-in- Command in operations under 14 CFR Part 135.

3. Holds a Class 1 or Class 2 Medical Certificate required to serve as Pilot- in-Command in operations under this part.

4. Has satisfactorily completed the appropriate proficiency or competency checks that are required to serve as a Pilot-in-Command in operations under 14 CFR Part 135.

5. Has satisfactorily completed the applicable training requirements of 14CFR Part 135.339 (Check Airmen) or 135.340 (Flight Instructors).

NOTE: Flight Instructors who do not hold a medical certificate may function as Flight Instructors in an aircraft if functioning as non-requiredcrew members, but may not serve as flight crew members in operations under 14 CFR Part 135.

6. Has satisfied the recency of experience requirements of 14 CFR Part135.247.

7. In the case of a Check Airman, has been approved by the administrator for the Check Airman duties involved.

Qualifications: Flight Instructor/Check Airman (Simulator)1. Holds the airman certificates and ratings, except medical certificate, re-

quired to serve as a Pilot-in-Command in operations under 14 CFR Part135.

NOTE: Check Airmen who do not hold an appropriate medical certificate may function as Check Airmen (Simulator), but may not serve as flight crew members in operations under 14 CFR Part 135.

NOTE: Flight Instructors (Simulator) before February 19, 1997, neednot hold a type rating for the type, class, or category of aircraft involved.

2. Has satisfactorily completed the appropriate training phases for the aircraft, including recurrent training, that are required to serve as a Pilot-in- Command in operations under 14 CFR Part 135.

3. Has satisfactorily completed the appropriate proficiency or competency checks that are required to serve as a Pilot-in-Command in operations under 14 CFR Part 135.

4. Has satisfactorily completed the applicable training requirements of 14CFR Part 135.339 (Check Airmen) or 135.340 (Flight Instructors).

5. In the case of a Check Airman, has been approved by the administrator for the Check Airman duties involved.

Ground Training: The ground training will be conducted by a Certified Flight Instructor andwill consist of a review of all of the ground training required by the Company Training Programs to insure the pilot's knowledge of the ground training ma-terial.

Flight Training: The flight training for the Pilot Flight Instructor Program will consist of:

1. Sufficient in-flight training and practice in conducting flight instruction


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from the left and right pilot seats in the required normal, abnormal, and emergency maneuvers required by the Company Training Programs.

2. Training in the appropriate safety measures to be taken from either pilot seat for emergency situations that are likely to develop in training.

3. Training in the potential results of improper or untimely safely measures.


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Flight Instructor (Initial)Ground Training Module: I n iti al g r ound tr a i n i ng f o r F li ght I ns tr uc t o r s –

1. Flight Instructor duties, functions, and responsibilities

2. The applicable Code of Federal Regulations and the certificate holder's policies and procedures

3. The applicable methods, procedures, and techniques for conducting flight instruction. Proper evaluation of student performance including the detection of:

a. Improper and insufficient training

b. Personal characteristics of an applicant that could adversely affect safety

4. The corrective action in the case of unsatisfactory training progress

5. The approved methods, procedures, and limitations for performing the required normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures in the aircraft

6. Except for holders of a flight instructor certificate:

a. The fundamental principles of the teaching-learning process

b. Teaching methods and procedures

c. The instructor-student relationship

Flight (Aircraft) Module1: I n iti al F li ght T r a i n i ng f or F li ght I ns tr uc t o r s ( A ir c r a ft ) –1. The safety measures for emergency situations that are likely to occur

during instruction

2. The potential results of improper, untimely, or non-execution of safety measures during instruction

3. Training and practice from the left and right pilot seats in the required normal, abnormal and emergency procedures to ensure competence to conduct the flight instruction required by Part 135

4. The safety measures to be taken from either pilot seat for emergency situations that are likely to develop during instruction

Qualification SegmentOral or Written Exam

1 May be accomplished in full or in part in flight, in a flight simulator, or in a flight training device, as appropriate.


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Flight Instructor (Transition)Ground Training Module: T r ans iti on g r ound tr a i n i ng f or F li ght I ns tr uc t o r s –

1. The approved methods, procedures, and limitations for performing the required normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures applicable to the type, class, or category aircraft to which the flight instructor is in transition.

Flight (Aircraft) Module2: T r ans iti on fli ght tr a i n i ng f or F li ght I ns tr uc t ors ( A ir c r a ft ) –1. The safety measures for emergency situations that are likely to occur

during instruction

2. The potential results of improper, untimely, or non-execution of safety measures during instruction

3. Training and practice from the left and right pilot seats in the required normal, abnormal and emergency procedures to ensure competence to conduct the flight instruction required by Part 135





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Check Airman (Initial)Ground Training Module: I n iti al Gr ound T r a i n i ng f o r C heck A irm an

1. Check Airmen duties, functions, and responsibilities

2. The applicable Code of Federal Regulations and the certificate holder's policies and procedures

3. The applicable methods, procedures, and techniques for conducting the required checks

4. Proper evaluation of student performance including the detection of:

a. Improper and insufficient training

b. Personal characteristics of an applicant that could adversely affect safety

5. The corrective action in the case of unsatisfactory checks

6. The approved methods, procedures, and limitations for performing the required normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures in the aircraft

Flight (Aircraft) Module3: I n iti al F li ght T r a i n i ng f or C heck A irm en ( A ir c r a ft ) 1. The safety measures for emergency situations that are likely to develop

during a check

2. The potential results of improper, untimely, or non-execution of safety measures during a check

3. Training and practice in conducting flight checks from the left and right pilot seats in the required normal, abnormal and emergency procedures to ensure competence to conduct the pilot flight checks required by Part135





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Check Airman (Transition)Ground Training Module: T r ans iti on Gr ound T r a i n i ng f or C heck A irm en

1. The approved methods, procedures, and limitations for performing the required normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures applicable to the aircraft to which the Check Airman is in transition

Flight (Aircraft) Module4: T r ans iti on F li ght T r a i n i ng f or C heck A irm en ( A i rc r a ft ) 1. The safety measures for emergency situations that are likely to develop

during a check

2. The potential results of improper, untimely, or non-execution of safety measures during a check

3. Training and practice in conducting flight checks from the left and right pilot seats in the required normal, abnormal and emergency procedures to ensure competence to conduct the pilot flight checks required by Part135





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7 Aircraft Ground Operations

7.1 Ground Handling (All Aircraft)Subject: Ground Handling (All Aircraft)

Objective: Present the aspects of ground handling that is common to all aircraft.


Training Aids: ComputerAircraft and Tug

Courseware: CTS

Delivery Method: Computer Based TrainingOn the Job Training


Elements:1. Towing2. Parking3. Tie-down4. Aircraft Operating Signals.

C oc k p i t Fa m ili a r i z a t i on

1. Activation of aircraft systems controls and switches a. Normalb. Abnormalc. Emergency

2. Annunciators a. Lightsb. Other caution and warning systems.


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7.2 Ground De-IcingSubject: Ground De-icing

Objective: Upon completion of this segment, the flight crewmember will be able to successfully demonstrate:

1. An awareness of the effects of snow, ice, and frost contamination on aircraft performance and handling.

2. Knowledge of the proper procedures for ensuring the safe operation of aircraft during ground icing conditions.


Training Aids: Computer & PowerPoint ProjectorGeneral Operations ManualHold Over tables

Courseware: FAR Parts 135.227, 135.341, 135.345, 135.351AC 135-16, Ground Deicing and Anti-Icing Training and CheckingAC 120-58, Large Aircraft Ground DeicingCompany operations, training, and maintenance manualsAirplane flight manuals, service bulletins, and manufacturer publi- cationsDeicing/anti-icing fluid manufacturer guidelines. CTS



Elements… Introduction

1. Backgrounda. Clean aircraft concept b. Accident history.

2. Overview of rule requirements a. Operational requirementsb. Training requirements.

Airplane Surface Contamination Recognition1. Frost2. Freezing fog3. Snow4. Freezing rain5. Rain or high humidity on a cold soaked wing6. Under wing frost.


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“Critical Area” Determination, Inspection, and Check Procedures1. Definition of pre-takeoff contamination check.

2. “Critical Area” Determination Methods (aircraft specific)

a. Current practicesb. Manufacturer’s recommendations (if any)c. Certificate holder/principal inspector functions.

3. Pre-takeoff contamination check procedures (aircraft specific)

a. Operations Specifications requirementsb. Techniques for recognizing contamination c. Determination of fluid effectiveness.

Effects of Contamination and Fluids on Performance and Flight Characteristics1. Effects of contamination

a. Drag/weight penaltiesb. Pitch and roll c. Loss of liftd. Stall margin reductione. Stall warning inaccuracies.

2. Effects of fluids

a. Increased rotation speeds and field lengthb. Increased control (elevator) pressures on takeoff c. Increased stall speeds and reduced stall margins d. Lift loss at climb out and increased pitche. Increased drag during acceleration.

Airplane Deicing/Anti-Icing Procedures1. Methods of deicing

a. Mechanical methods b. Heated hangarc. Fluid methods

(1) Safety requirements(2) Deicing/anti-icing fluid application.

2. Contractor deicing/anti-icing3. Responsibilities during deicing/anti-icing4. Polished frost5. Under wing frost.

Types and Characteristics of Deicing/Anti-icing Fluids1. Deicing fluids

a. Heated waterb. SAE/ISO Type 1c. Mixtures of water and SAE/ISO Type 1 or 2 fluids.

2. Anti-icing fluids

a. SAE/ISO Type 1 and mixtures of water and SAE/ISO Type 1


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b. SAE/ISO Type 2 and mixtures of water and SAE/ISO Type 2

3. Fluid characteristics

a. SAE/ISO Type 1 (Newtonian)b. SAE/ISO Type 2 (Non-Newtonian).

Use of Holdover Times1. Definition2. Source of holdover time data3. Determination of holdover time4. Purpose of holdover time as guideline for departure planning and coordination5. Pre-takeoff contamination check as final determination of “clean aircraft.”

Communications1. Communication requirements when deicing/anti-icing with fluids

a. Fluid typeb. Fluid/water mix ratioc. Start time of final fluid application/beginning of holdover time d. Verification that aircraft is clean.

2. ATC communications3. Means of obtaining current weather information.

Cold Weather Preflight Inspection Procedures1. Preflight inspection procedures specific to airplane type2. Areas requiring special attention3. Blowing snow precautions.


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8 Aircraft Specific Training

8.1 Aircraft Pilot’s Operating HandbookThis section applies to both initial and recurrent training.

8.1.1 General OperationalSubject: AFM or POH General Operation

Objective: The objective of aircraft ground training is to provide flight crewmembers with the necessary knowledge for understanding the basic function and operation of aircraft systems, the integration of aircraft systems and operational procedures.

Recommended Time: As Required

Training Aids: ComputerUltraNavPowerPoint Projector

Courseware: PowerPointPilot’s Operating HandbookAirplane Flight Manual

Delivery Method: PowerPoint PresentationExamples with UltraNav


Elements…Dispatch, Flight Release, or Flight-locating ProceduresWeight and Balance

a. Definitions (such as zero fuel weight, moments, inches of datum, etc.)b. General loading procedures and center of gravity computations c. Effects of fuel burn and load shifts in flightd. Computerized weight and balance calculationse. Weight and balance forms, load manifests, fuel slips, and other applicable documents.

Adverse Weather Practices1. Icing2. Turbulence3. Heavy precipitation4. Thunderstorms with associated windshear and microburst phenomena5. Low visibility6. Contaminated runways.

Communication and Navigation Equipment Procedures1. Specific company communications requirements2. ATC clearance requirements3. Area departure and arrival requirements


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4. En route requirements5. Approach and landing requirements.

Aircraft Performance1. Use of charts, tables, and tabulated data, and other related material2. Normal, abnormal, and emergency performance problems3. Meteorological and weight-limiting performance factors (such as temperature, pres-

sure, contaminated runways, precipitation, and climb/runway limits)4. Inoperative equipment performance limiting factors (such as MEL/CDL, and inopera-

tive anti-skid)5. Special operational conditions (such as unpaved runways, high altitude airports, and

drift down requirements)6. Performance limiting factors such as runway length, ambient temperature, and runway

contamination7. FAR 135 performance requirements8. Limitations.

Flight Planning1. Flight planning charts such as fuel consumption charts2. Operation3. Limitations.

Crew Resource Management1. Situational awareness and the error chain2. Communications3. Synergy and crew concept4. Workload assessment and time management5. Briefing6. Reliance on automation7. Decision making and judgment8. Stress.


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8.1.2 Aircraft SystemsSubject: Aircraft Systems

Objective: Ensure that each flight crewmember understands the aircraft systems.





Completion Stan- dards:Elements…


Aircraft General1. Dimensions2. Turning radius3. Panel layouts4. Cockpit and cabin configurations5. Other major systems and compo-

nents or appliances.

Power Plants1. Basic engine description2. Engine Horsepower rating3. Ignition4. Oil system5. Fuel control

Electrical1. Alternators2. External power3. Electrical system schematic

a. Busesb. Circuit breakers c. Fuses

4. Battery5. Other standby power systems.

Hydraulic1. Description2. Reservoirs3. Hydraulic system schematic.

Fuel

1. Fuel tanks2. Fuel selectors3. Cross-feed shutoff valves4. Auxiliary fuel pumps and switches5. Fuel drain valves6. Fuel flow gauges7. Fuel quantity gauges8. Fuel low-level warning light9. Engine-driven fuel pumps.

Pneumatic1. Engines2. APU3. External ground air.

Air Conditioning and Pressurization1. Heater2. Heating controls and operation3. Air conditioner4. Cabin air schematic5. Outflow and negative pressure relief

valves6. Pressurization controls and indicators7. Pressurization schedule8. Pressurization system operation9. Annunciator panel.

Flight Controls1. Aileron system2. Aileron trim system3. Elevator system4. Elevator trim system5. Rudder system6. Rudder trim system7. Wing flap system.

Landing Gear1. Brake system2. Nose wheel steering3. Minimum turning radius4. Landing gear system5. Landing gear operation6. Landing gear hydraulic system7. Landing gear position lights and

warning horn8. Landing gear emergency extension

system9. Landing gear shock struts.

Ice and Rain Protection1. Deice boot system2. Electric windshield3. Pitot static and stall warning heat4. Induction heat.

Equipment and Furnishings1. Exits2. Baggage areas3. Crewmember and passenger seats4. Bulkheads5. Seating and/or cargo configurations6. Non-emergency equipment and fur-

nishings.

Navigation Equipment1. Flight director (if applicable)2. Horizontal situation indicator3. Radio magnetic indicator (if applica-

ble)4. Navigation receivers5. Multi-function display6. Transponder7. Radio altimeter8. Weather radar.

Auto Flight System1. Autopilot2. Automatic navigation tracking (VOR,

RNAV, GPS)3. Automatic approach track-

ing/coupling.

Flight Instruments1. Overview of panel arrangement2. Sources of power (electrical, pneu-

matic, pitot-static, and alternate sources)

3. Attitude indicator4. Heading indicator5. Airspeed indicator6. Vertical speed indicator7. Altimeter8. Standby flight instruments9. Other relevant instruments.

Communications Equipment1. VHF radios2. Audio panels.

Warning Systems1. Aural, visual, and tactile warning sys-

temsa. Character and degree of urgency

related to signal2. Warning and caution annunciator

systems.

Fire Protection1. Sensors2. Indicators3. Systems and controls.

Oxygen1. Passenger system2. Crew system3. Portable system4. Regulators5. Pressure levels6. Gauges7. Servicing requirements.

Lighting1. Cockpit2. Cabin3. External4. Power sources5. Switches6. Spare bulbs.

Emergency Equipment (Aircraft Specific)

1. Type (first aid kits, life rafts, life preservers, and emergency exits and lights)

2. Location of each3. Purpose of each.

Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) (if applicable)1. Capacity and operation2. Capability and components.

8.1.2.1 Seat Removal and Installation TrainingThis section is only applicable if the flight crewmembers or other company personnel that is not a company mechanic are authorized to remove or install passenger seats.

Subject: Seat Removal and Installation Training

Objective: To ensure that flight crewmembers understand the proper procedures for removal and installation of aircraft seats that shall include the use of pre-computed weight and balance condition forms.






Elements… Preparation

1. Seat stop removal2. Seat removal3. Seat stowage.

Documentation1. Seat configuration chart2. Weight and Balance3. Load manifest or flight log.

Re-Installation1. Seat installation2. Seat pin installation3. Seat belt installation (if applicable).

Maintenance1. Monitoring by maintenance department2. Documentation.

8.2 Systems Integration TrainingSubject: Systems Integration Training

Objective: Develop an understanding of the methods and procedures associated with all systems operations and become proficient at operating all the aircraft systems.


Training Aids: ComputerPowerPoint ProjectorSoftware SimulatorAircraft



Completion Standards: Complete an oral examination given by the instructor to determine adequate knowledge of the subject material

Elements…Use of Checklist

1. Safety checks2. Cockpit preparation (switch position and checklist flows)3. Checklist callouts and responses4. Checklist sequence.

Preflight / Inflight Planning1. Performance limitations (meteorological, weight, and MEL/CDL items)2. Required fuel loads3. Weather planning (lower than standard takeoff minimums or alternate require-

ments).

Use of Weather Radar / CRT’s1. Performance limitations2. Tests and checks3. Methods and procedures.

Autoflight/Flight Directors1. Auto pilot preflight, setup, modes2. Flight director preflight, setup, modes.

Vertical / Longitudinal Navigation1. Performance limitations2. Methods and procedures.

8.3 Aircraft Procedures TrainingSubject: Aircraft Procedures Training

Objective: To enable the crewmembers to become proficient in the execution of all required normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures. Flight training standards in practical skills and techniques will be as set forth in FAR Part 61 and associated flight test guides forthe pilot certificate held and for the category, class, and type of air-craft the pilot is to operate. Additional information on flight maneuvers is presented in Section Error! Reference source not found..






Elements…

Preparation1. Visual preflight inspection2. Engine startup procedures3. Pre-taxi procedures4. Performance limitations

Use of Checklist1. Safety checks2. Cockpit preparation3. Checklist sequence4. Checklist call outs and responses.

Surface Operation1. Cockpit management2. Securing cargo3. Starting4. Pre-taxi and Taxi5. Pre-takeoff checks

Takeoff1. Normal2. Crosswind3. Short/soft field

4. Power plant failure before Vmc (re-jected)

5. Power plant failure after Vmc6. Lower than standard minimum (in-

strument)7. Use of take off checklist

Climb1. Normal2. One-engine inoperative3. Area departure

En Route1. Steep turns2. Approaches to stalls (Takeoff con-

figuration, en route configuration, landing configuration)

3. Power plant shutdown and restart4. Slow speed handling characteristics

with a power plant inoperative5. Vmc demonstration and recovery.

Descent1. Normal2. Maximum rate3. Area arrival4. Descent/approach checklist.

Auto Flight1. Autopilot preflight/setup/modes2. Flight director preflight/setup/modes3. Normal and abnormal indications4. Annunciator lights5. Normal and emergency disconnects

and overrides.

Approaches1. VFR procedures

a. Normalb. With flap malfunction

2. IFR precision approaches a. ILS/normalb. ILS/one-engine inoperative c. PAR

3. IFR non-precision approaches a. NDB/normalb. VOR/normalc. Non-precision approach

one-engine inoperatived. LOC back course procedures e. ASR proceduresf. Circling approachg. SDF/LDA procedures h. RNAV approachi. LORAN C procedures j. GPS approachk. Missed approach.

NOTE: At least one MAP must be a complete approved procedure

From precision approach From non-precision approach With a power plant failure.

Landings1. Normal2. With pitch not trimmed3. From precision instrument approach4. From precision instrument approach

with most critical engine inoperative5. With flap malfunction6. Crosswind7. Short/soft field8. Use of reverse thrust9. Rejected landing (Go-around)10. Use of landing checklist.

After Landing1. Parking2. Emergency evacuation3. Use of shutdown checklist.

Other Flight Procedures during Any Air- borne Phase

1. Holding2. Ice accumulation on airframe3. Air hazard avoidance4. Windshear/microburst.

Systems Procedures during Any AirbornePhase (Normal, Abnormal, Alternate)

1. Pneumatic pressurization2. Air conditioning3. Fuel and oil4. Electrical5. Hydraulic6. Flight controls7. Anti-icing and deicing systems8. Autopilot9. Stall warning devices, stall avoidance

devices, and stability augmentation systems

10. Airborne weather radar11. Flight instrument system malfunction12. Communications equipment13. Navigation equipment14. Use of appropriate checklists.

Systems Procedures Training During AnyAirborne Phase (Emergency)

1. Aircraft fires2. Smoke control3. Power plant failure/fire4. Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic sys-


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tems5. Flight control systems malfunction6. Landing gear and flap systems mal-

function7. Air hazard avoidance8. Windshear/microburst9. Emergency descent10. Use of emergency checklists and

memory items11. Pitch trim runaway12. Recovery from unusual attitude.


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9 Upgrade Flight TrainingSubject: Upgrade Training

Objective: To enable the crewmembers to become proficient in the execution of all required normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures. Flight training standards in practical skills and techniques will be as set forth in FAR Part 61 and associated flight test guides forthe pilot certificate held and for the category, class, and type of aircraft the pilot is to operate.





Prerequisites: The curriculum is designed to accommodate pilots who are to be trained as requiring “Upgrade Training.” Depending on the pilot’s experience must sat-isfactorily complete the ground training for the specific aircraft with a pass-ing grade of 80% or better and demonstrated a minimum level of proficiency as a second-in-command.

⇒ This training is the same as the initial training with the following exceptions. ⇐C o m p l e ti on S t anda r ds

Ground Training: The pilot shall –I n i t i al T r a i n i ng – Complete the training described in the previous sections of this manual.S y s t e m s – The pilot must demonstrate adequate knowledge of the aircraft systems, performance and flight planning by successfully completing a written examination with a minimum score of 80% that is corrected to 100%.S y s t e m s I n t e g r a t i on – The pilot must be able to describe, locate, and iden- tify aircraft systems; perform normal, abnormal, and emergency checklists; and demonstrate adequate knowledge of aircraft maneuvers, procedures, and crew resource management during an equipment knowledge test conducted by the Administrator, a qualified Check Airman, or by a properly des-ignated Training Center Evaluator.

Crew Resource Management: The pilot shall demonstrate proficiency in crew resource management including, but not limited to: situational awareness and the error chain, synergy and crew concept, and workload assessment and time management. Pilots shall become familiar with the cockpit layout, checklists, maneuvers and procedures.

Flight Training: The pilot shall demonstrate to the Administrator, a qualified Check Airman, or a properly designated Training Center Evaluator, normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures and checklists in a timely and sequentially correct manner, and perform all applicable maneuvers and procedures in accordance with the Commercial Pilot Practical Test Standards, Instrument Rat- ing Practical Test Standards, and Airline Transport Pilot and Type Rating


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Practical Test Standards.

Abnormal and Emergency Procedures: The pilot shall demonstrate a high degree of proficiency in abnormal and emergency procedures in an approved simulator.

Reduction in Programmed Hours: The pilot may successfully complete the flight training curriculum segment without completing the specified number of training hours when the following conditions are met:1. The pilot successfully completes all of the training events required by

the curriculum segment.2. An instructor recommends the practical test be conducted before the

completion of the specified number of training hours. The recommendation must be suitably documented.

3. The pilot satisfactorily completes the practical test. If a pilot fails to com-plete the practical test due to lack of proficiency, they will be required to complete all of the training hours specified in the flight training curricu-lum segment. An instructor must then recommend the pilot before be-ing retested.


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10 Recurrent Flight TrainingSubject: Recurrent Training

Objective: To enable the crewmember to maintain a high level of proficiency in the execution of all required normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures. Flight training standards in practical skills and techniques will be as set forth in FAR Part 61 and associated flighttest guides for the pilot certificate held and for the category, class, and type of aircraft the pilot is to operate.





Prerequisites: Completed appropriate aircraft ground training.

Completion Standards: The completion standards are the same as for initial training.Reduction in Programmed Hours: The pilot may successfully complete the flight training

curriculum segment without completing the specified number of training hours when the following conditions are met:1. The pilot successfully completes all of the training events required by

the curriculum segment.2. An instructor recommends the practical test be conducted before the

completion of the specified number of training hours. The recommendation must be suitably documented.

3. The pilot satisfactorily completes the practical test. If a pilot fails to com-plete the practical test due to lack of proficiency, they will be required to complete all of the training hours specified in the flight training curricu-lum segment. An instructor must then recommend the pilot before be-ing retested.

10.1 Conduct of Training1. Recurrent training, as required, must be completed with 12 calendar months after

the initial training phase of the last recurrent training phase. FAR 135.301 (a) allows the test or flight check to be completed in the calendar month before or after the month in which it is required. In this case, the crewmember is considered to have taken the test or check in the calendar month in which it is required. Satisfactory completion of the check required by FAR 135.293 within the preceding 12 calendar months may be substituted for recurrent flight training.

2. The Chief Pilot will notify the pilot, in advance, when the recurrent training will be accomplished.

3. Due to the thoroughness of the initial training, the instructor may not need to spend as much time on subjects covered in the initial training phase. However, he must


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spend as much time as necessary to ensure the same standards as required in the initial training phase.

10.2 Recurrent Flight ChecksEach instrument-qualified Captain will complete an instrument and proficiency flight check every six (6) calendar months (135.297). Each VFR qualified pilot will complete a competency check every twelve (12) calendar months (135.293).The instrument proficiency check required by FAR 315.297 may be substitute for the competency check required by FAR 135.293. If the pilot received the check in the calendar month before or the calendar month after the month in which it became due, he is considered to have taken it during the month it came due.An FAA authorized check pilot or an FAA inspector will give the instrument proficiency check and/or competency check.If the pilot is required to pilot more than one type of aircraft, he must take the instrument and proficiency checks in each type of aircraft to which he is assigned, in rotation, but not more than one flight check during each six-month period.If the pilot is authorized to use an autopilot system in place of an additional pilot, he must show during the required instrument check that he is able (without assistance), with and without the use of the autopilot, to:

1. Conduct instrument approaches completely;2. Properly conduct air/ground communications; and comply with air traffic control in-

structions.The autopilot check need only be demonstrated once every twelve calendar months during the instrument proficiency check required by FAR 135.297.A notation will be made on the pilot's evaluation form that he has completed instrument precision low approaches unassisted by another pilot both with and without the use of an autopilot.Pilots will be given enroute evaluation checks periodically at intervals specified by theChief Pilot.

10.3 Recurrent Ground TrainingReview the following items:

1. All material in Section 22. All material in section 3 (for each aircraft time).

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11 QualificationEach person required to train under a curriculum, must complete the curriculum in its entirety.

All written examinations must be completed with a score of 80%. Subject areas found defi-cient will be reviewed and the student knowledge corrected to 100%. The instructor will document such review using the appropriate company form.

Satisfactory completion of flight training required events will be in accordance with the standards set forth in the Practical Test Standards FAA-S-8081-5B (ATP), FAA-S-8081-12 (COMM), and FAA-S-8081-4b (INST) as appropriate for the pilot certificate and rating required for the duty position assigned and/or to the standards set by the Maneuvers and Procedures manual, whichever requires the greater degree of pilot skill.

A pilot who fails to meet qualification objectives must continue training until those objectives are met, unless they are removed from training status.

A pilot will become fully qualified to serve in a specific duty position in a specific aircraft upon satisfactory completion of the qualification segment requirements as follows:

1. PIC Competency Check FAR 135.2932. PIC Instrument Proficiency Check FAR 135.297 (if IFR authorized)3. PIC Line Check FAR 135.299

Subject: Qualification

Objective: To determine a pilot’s knowledge of systems and procedures, and to determine their ability to accomplish the required maneuvers.

Appropriate test standards

Additional items for completion of 14 CFR Part 135.293 or

135.297 check Additional takeoffs and approaches if ap-

proved for lower than standards takeoff and landing minimums

Completion of 14 CFR Part 135.299 (line check).Recommended Time: As Required

Training Aids: Aircraft Flight Manual Opera-tions Specifications General Operations Manual

Courseware: Aircraft or Simulator

Delivery Method: Oral and written testing, flight check

Completion Standards: Minimum acceptable performance guidelines – Each pilot shall fly the simulator or aircraft within the appropriate standard. Depending upon the type of operation, passenger seating, configuration within the aircraft, and/or pilot’s level of certification, the tolerances of the appropriate standard will be specified in one of the following publications:

Commercial Pilot Practical Test Standards Instrument Rating Practical Test Standards


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Airline Transport Pilot and Type Rating Practical Test


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Elements…

StandardsThe Check Airman will determine the applicable standards prior to the start of any evaluation session. The required standards will be discussed with the pilot being tested.

Ground Module: Written or oral examination/FAA Inspector/Check Airman certification.

Aircraft Module: This module evaluates a pilot’s ability to demonstrate knowledge of aircraft systems, checklist procedures, and most importantly, the ability to control the aircraft and direct the crew under a representative sample of conditions outlined in the Aircraft Flight Manual.

All items that are approved for simulator checking will be accomplished. Any items not approved for checking in simulator will be accomplishedin an aircraft.

Additional items required for 14 CFR Part 135.293 or 135.297

check

Maneuvers prescribed in the appropriate Practical Test Stan- dards

Lower than standard takeoffs and approaches in accor-dance with Meregrass Inc’s Operations Specifications.

Aircraft Module: This module evaluates pilots on any items not approved for checking in the Simulator.

Any remaining items required for 14 CFR Part 135.293 or 135.297

Any remaining maneuvers from the appropriate Practical Test

Standards

Line Qualification in accordance with 14 CFR Part 135.299. Note: Line qualification may be completed separately.

General: All pilots shall be required to successfully complete the IFR and/or VFR checks presented in this section as a minimum. Inspectors and/or check airmen are authorized to add any event to determine qualification under FAR Parts 135.293, 135.297 and 135.299.

Experience:PIC: Must meet the requirements of FAR 135.243 appropriate to the duty assignment. SIC: Must meet the requirements of FAR 135.245 appropriate to the duty assignment.

11.1 IFR Competency Check (FAR 135.293 and 135.297) (Airplane Multiengine) ORAL OR WRITTEN EQUIPMENT EXAM ........................................................................ Both

GROUND OPERATIONS:

*Preflight inspection (interior and exterior) .................................................................... Both*Taxiing / Runway Operations....................................................................................... Both*Power plant checks ..................................................................................................... Both

TAKEOFFS:

*Normal......................................................................................................................... Both*Instrument ................................................................................................................... Both*Crosswind.................................................................................................................... Both*With power plant failure ............................................................................................... Both*Rejected takeoff[1][2] ..................................................................................................... Both

INSTRUMENT PROCEDURES:

*Area departure[1] .......................................................................................................... Both*Area arrival[1]................................................................................................................ Both*Holding[1]...................................................................................................................... Both*Normal ILS .................................................................................................................. Both*Engine out ILS ............................................................................................................. Both*Coupled ILS[2] .............................................................................................................. Both*Non-precision approach............................................................................................... Both*Second nonprecision approach ..................................................................................... PIC*Missed approach from an ILS ...................................................................................... Both*Second missed approach .............................................................................................. PIC*Circling approach[1][3].................................................................................................... Both

INFLIGHT MANEUVERS:

*Steep turns[1] ............................................................................................................... Both*Approaches to stalls[1] .................................................................................................. Both*Power plant failure ....................................................................................................... Both*Specific flight characteristics ....................................................................................... Both*2-engine inoperative approach ................................................................................... Both*Recovery from unusual attitudes (if aircraft is not equipped with standby instruments. Both*Maneuvers by partial panel (if aircraft is not equipped with standby instruments. .......... PIC*Landing from circling approach [1][3].............................................................................. Both

LANDINGS:

*Normal landings........................................................................................................... Both*Landing from an ILS .................................................................................................... Both*Crosswind landing ....................................................................................................... Both*Landing with engine out............................................................................................... Both*Rejected landing.......................................................................................................... Both

“BOTH” - The term both applies to PIC and SIC

[1] May be waived under certain conditions.

[2] PIC and SIC may both simultaneously take credit for this event.

[3] When the Meregrass Inc is authorized to conduct circling approaches according to paragraph 53 of the OpSpecs.

NOTE: SIC must meet instrument currency requirements of Part 61.57(e), the same as thePIC.

11.2 * PIC Line Check (FAR 135.299) (Airplane)1. The line check must be conducted over at least one route segment that includes take-

offs and landings at one or more airports that are representative of the operator's type

of operation. A route segment for the purpose of a line check consists of a departure from one terminal area and the flight to, and arrival at, a different terminal area.

2. The pilot must demonstrate to the satisfaction of the inspector or Check Airman, takeoffs and landings at one or more representative airports.

3. For a pilot authorized to conduct IFR Operations:

a. Complete 1 and 2 above.

b. At least one flight shall be flown over a civil airway, an approved off-airway route or a portion of either under IFR with an instrument approach procedure.

4. The line check should be conducted during revenue flights. If it is not practical to conduct the line check during revenue flights the Check Airman or inspector may authorize that the line check be conducted during the same flight period that the competency check is conducted.

5. The pilot must be determined to have satisfactorily performed the duties and responsibilities of a PIC in operations under FAR Part 135. This certification shall be entered in the pilot's training record.

Note: This check must be accomplished each 12 calendar-months in one of the make and model aircraft the pilot is assigned to fly.

11.3 Part 135 Basic Checking ModuleThe flight test required to qualify a pilot for revenue service is outlined in the following table.

Events VFR Comp

IFR Comp

InstProf

Notes

Written or Oral Test135.297 P135.293 B BGround OperationsPreflight Inspection B B P #Start Procedures B B P #Taxiing/Runway Operations B B P #Pre-takeoff Checks B B P #Takeoff and DeparturesNormal B B PCrosswind B B P 1Instrument P P 2With Powerplant Failure B B P ME OnlyRejected Takeoff P P P 3, ME OnlyShort Field P P P** SE OnlyOnly Area Departure P*In-Flight ManeuversSteep Turns P** P** P**Approach to Stalls B P P 10Powerplant Failure P P P2-engine Inop Approach P P P 3&4 eng ACInstrument ProceduresArea Arrival P**Holding P**Normal ILS Approach L P 4, 8Engine-out ILS P P 8, ME OnlyCoupled Approach P P 4, 8Non-precision Approach B P 11Second Non-precision Appr P 11Missed Approach from ILS PSecond Missed Approach PCircling Approach P 13Landings and Approaches to LandingsNormal B B P 12Crosswind B B P 5Landing from an ILS PLanding with Engine-out B B P ME OnlyCircling Approach P 13Rejected Landing P2-engine Inop Landing P P P 3&4 eng ACShort Field Landing P P P SEOnly No Flap Approach P P P 6, 14Non-Normal & EmergencyPartial Panel B B P 9Unusual Attitude Recovery B B PEmergency Landing B B P SE OnlyInstrument Approach B 7

Table 4. Part 135 Checking Modules

Notes to Table Part 135 Checking Modules:

P PIC.

B Both the PIC and SIC.

# Both PIC and SIC may be evaluated performing their assigned duties in these events simultaneously when the check pilot is not seated at the controls.

* May be waved at the discretion of the POI and the check airman when the check is not simultaneously conducted for certification.

** May be waived at the discretion of the POI and the check airman when the check is not conducted in conjunction with initial new-hire or initial equipment training.

1 See volume 5, chapter 3, section 2.



4 The applicant must demonstrate the ability to use all installed equipment including autopi- lots and flight directors. In multiengine airplanes, and engine out ILS may be substituted for the normal ILS at the option of the inspector or check airman administering the check.



7 POIs must ensure applicants accomplish this event in an aircraft the operator uses in rev-enue operations (or in an appropriately equipped simulator or training device). The event should reflect a realistic course of action the pilot might take to escape from an in- ad-vertent encounter with IFR conditions. POIs should approve methods appropriate to the aircraft, equipment, and facilities available. When the pilot is authorized to operate an appropriately equipped aircraft and the check is conducted at a location where an ILS is operational, demonstrate an ILS approach. POIs may also approve a letdown on partialpanel when this would be an appropriate course of action.


9 Airplanes not having standby instrumentation.


11 See volume 5, chapter 3, section 2. Any two nonprecision approaches authorized by the OpSpecs may be accomplished at the discretion of the inspector or check airman conducting the check.


13 SICs need not be evaluated I circling approaches when the operator’s procedures restrictSICs from conducting this event in revenue service.

14 Required only for transport, commuter, turboprop, and Special Federal Aviation Regula- tions aircraft familieis as described in volume 3, chapter 19, section 1.


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12 Record Keeping1. The Director of Operations or Chief Pilot will assemble and keep on file a training folder

for each individual as required by the appropriate regulation. Information required to be maintained for each pilot used under this part includes but is not limited to:

a. The full name of the pilot.b. The pilot certificate, by type and number, and ratings that the pilot holds.

2. The pilot's aeronautical experience in sufficient detail to determine the pilot's qualifications to pilot the aircraft in operations under this part.

3. The pilot's current duties and the date of the pilot's assignment to those duties.

4. The effective date and class of the medical certificate that the pilot holds.

5. The date and result of each of the initial and recurrent competency tests; and proficiency and route checks required; and the type of aircraft flown during that test or check.

6. The pilot's flight time in sufficient detail to determine compliance with the flight time limitation of FAR135, Subpart F.

7. The pilot's Check Airman authorization, if any.

8. Any action taken concerning the pilot's release from employment for physical or pro- fessional disqualification.

9. The date of the completion of the initial phase and each recurrent phase of training.

a. In accordance with FAR 135.323(c), each segment of training (ground, flight,course of training, proficiency or competency check) shall be certified by the appli-cable ground instructor, flight instructor or Check Airman as to the proficiency and knowledge of the crewmember upon completion of the training or check. This certification will be a part of the crewmember's training record.

10. The Director of Operations or Chief Pilot will maintain a record of the satisfactory completion of initial and recurrent training given crew members and appropriate personnel who perform assigned duties and/or have responsibilities for the handling and carriage of hazardous materials.

11. A line qualified instructor who conducts a classroom subject within a course, a complete course of ground training, or emergency drills required within this approved training program will be considered to have completed that subject, course, or drill for his/her own training requirement. The Chief Pilot or Director of Operations shall certify such credit.

12. Contractual simulator training certification will be documented by the inclusion of the contractor's certificate of completion in the individual's training file.

13. All completed record forms pertaining to the initial qualification requirements (i.e. basic indoctrinate, initial equipment, etc.) will be maintained in their original state in the pilot's record folder.

14. Subsequent records (i.e. recurrent training) that must be retained beyond twelve (12)months may be reduced to a single-line entry in the individual's file folder. The sin-gle-line entry may be made once the twelve month period lapses and must include the individual's name; date of completion; training course or course flight check; results;


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follow-up after unsatisfactory performance (if required); and the name of the certifying official.

15. A score of 80% corrected to 100% constitutes satisfactory completion of a written examination. SAT entered in the results column indicates that the trainee scored 100% on course examinations.

12.1 Airman Competency/Proficiency Check FormTo assure complete and accurate compliance with the proficiency check procedures set forth in FAR 135.293, .297, and .299, the Check Airman conducting the check will complete the appropriate sections of FAA Form 8410-3, Airman Proficiency/Qualification Check, or a company form acceptable to the administrator.

The completed form will be inserted into the individual's file folder.

If the proficiency check is given in lieu of recurrent flight training, a statement to that effect will be completed and signed by the Check Airman. This statement will be made in the‘REMARKS’ section of the proficiency check form.

Where the FAA principal operations inspector is conducting or observing a flight check, his/her statement may be entered as well.

A copy of the FAA Form 8410-3 or a company form completed by a Check Airman will be forwarded to the principal operations inspector assigned to this company within five working days.

TRAINING FORMS:Sample Training Forms

Record of Training Pilot Duty Assignment Single Line Entry Instructor/Check Airman Pilot Annual Resume Form Daily Flight and Duty Log Annual Flight and Duty Log


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12.2 Certificate of Flight TrainingPilots Name: Position: Captain SIC Aircraft Make & Model:

Phase AcceptedDeviation

Date of Instructor’s CheckManeuver

Time Required Flight Time

PreflightPreflight Operations CompleteChecklist Used AlwaysTaxiing & Parking Careful

Takeoffs& Climbs

Normal Takeoff ±5 KIAS/10°Cross Wind Takeoff ±5 KIAS/10°Rejected Takeoff ±5 KIAS/10°Power Failure on/after Takeoff ±5 KIAS/10°Low Viz Takeoff ±5 KIAS/10°

Maneuvers

Steep Power Turns ±5 KIAS/100’Takeoff (Departure) Stall ±5 KIAS/100’Enroute Stall ±5 KIAS/100’Approach to Landing Stall ±5 KIAS/100’In-flight Shutdown & Restart ±5 KIAS/100’Slow Flight Maneuvering ±5 KIAS/100’Unusual Attitude Recovery ±5 KIAS/100’Maximum Rate Descent ±5 KIAS/100’Instrument Holding Procedures ±5 KIAS/100’

Approaches

Visual Approach – SE ±5 KIAS/100’ILS Approach ±5 KIAS/100’ILS Approach – SE ±5 KIAS/100’PAR Approach ±5 KIAS/100’LOC BC Approach ±5 KIAS/100’GPS Approach ±5 KIAS/100’VOR Approach ±5 KIAS/100’VOR/DME Approach ±5 KIAS/100’SDF and LDA Approach ±5 KIAS/100’NDB Approach ±5 KIAS/100’ASR Approach ±5 KIAS/100’Circle to Land ±5 KIAS/100’Missed Approach – SE Non Pre. ±5 KIAS/100’Missed Approach – SE ILS ±5 KIAS/100’

Landings

Normal Landing – Flaps-Full ±5 KIASNormal Landing – Flaps 0° ±5 KIASFrom ILS ±5 KIASFrom ILS – SE ±5 KIAS50% SE ±5 KIASCross Wind Landing ±5 KIASRejected Landing ±5 KIASEmergency Evacuation ±5 KIAS

This is to certify that the above named pilot has received flight training as required by FAA regulations pertinent to the operating certificate as indicated below.Type of training: Initial Recurrent Transition Upgrade Requalification IFR/VFR Day/Night

Pilot Name (Print) Pilot Signature Date

Instructor Name (Print) Instructor Signature Date

12.2.1 Certificate of Flight Training (Pilot Check Airman and Pilot Flight Instructor)

This is to certify that has received Initial/Transition/Recurrent training prior to serving as (Pilot Check Airman) (Pilot Flight Instructor) as required by FAA Regulations pertinent to Meregrass Inc issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.

This has included, but was not necessarily limited to:

1. Sufficient in-flight training and practice in conducting flight checks from the left and right pilot seats in the required normal, abnormal, and emergency maneuvers to ensure that person's competence to conduct FAR 135 pilot flight checks and flight training.

2. The appropriate safety measures to be taken from either pilot seat for emergency situations that are likely to develop in training.

3. The potential results of improper or untimely safety measures during training,

Flight training hours

Pilot's Signature: Date:

Instructor's Signature:

12.3 Record Of TrainingPilots Name: Date:

This is to certify that the above named pilot has received ground training as required by FAAregulations pertinent to the operating certificate as indicated below.

Type of training: Initial Recurrent Transition Upgrade Requalification Instructor Check Airman Base Month:

Position: Captain First Officer Month Conducted: Pre Base Post NA

Topic HoursJets/Pist/Rec Received

Basic Indoctrination (incl CTS) 24/16/ARB a s i c Indoc ( ppt ) :

Anti-Drug/Alcohol GOM Preface Introduction Organization Accident Reporting General Policies Flight Preparation Enroute

Emergencies Ground Deicing Other Procedures Ops Specs Part A Part B Part C Part D Part E Compliance Stm’t1

8

General Operational Subjects (CTS) 2/2/1Emergency Training – Situation (incl CTS) Duties and Responsibilities Emergency Evacuation Fire Extinguisher and Smoke Removal Operational and Use of Emergency Exits Crew and Passenger Oxygen Life Rafts & Vests (if required)

6.5/6.5/2

Emergency Training – Hands-On Drill [24 months] 2/1/1Hazardous Material Training (CTS) 4/4/2Security Awareness ½ / ½ / 0Aircraft Specific Training2 18.5/18.5/7 General Operational Aircraft Systems

Systems Integration Briefing/Debriefing

Seat Removal & Installation 0.2/0.2TSA Security Training (12/5 Program) (as required) 2/0Instructor Training 3/3/3

Jets/Pist/Rec = Jets Initial / Piston Initial / Both RecurrentAR = As Required

I recommend for the qualification ride in lieu of the required flight training hours.

Print Instructor Name Instructor Signature Date

1 Optional.2 Contract Training Provider required hours may be different. See the FAA approved flight training program.

12.4 Single-Line EntrySINGLE-LINE RECORD ENTRY FORM

PILOT NAME:RECORD FOR

Date Training / Check Results Instructor / Check Airman


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13 Reference LibraryThe following list of materials will be given to the pilot for the purposes of instruction only.

Each pilot will be responsible for the cost of replacement of missing items!

The training material and reference library is available to Company pilots ath tt p :// www . usac . co m/ p il o t s.

13.1 Company Specific Documents1. Meregrass Inc Operations Manual2. Applicable Aircraft Flight Manual3. Airman’s Information Manual4. Meregrass Inc Training Manual

Each pilot will be expected to furnish a flight computer (E6B, etc.) and any other flight equipment compatible with the type operation expected to be conducted.

13.2 RegulationsFAR Part 1 - Definitions and AbbreviationsFAR Part 61 - Certification: Pilots and Flight InstructorsFAR Part 91 - General Operating and Flight RulesFAR Part 119 - Certification: Air carriers and commercial operatorsFAR Part 135 - Air Taxi Operators and Commercial Operators49 CFR Part 830 - National Transportation Safety Board49 CFR Part(s) 170-175 - Hazardous Materials

13.3 Advisory CircularsRefer to the list of Advisory Circulars on the FAA Website at:

htt p:// www. f aa. g ov/r eg ulat ions_policies/ advisor y_cir cular s/

13.4 Practical Test StandardsPractical Test Standard - (Current Issue)

Airline Transport Pilot Practical Test Standards Commercial Pilot Practical Test Standards Instrument Rating Practical Test Standard

http://www.usac.com/pilots

http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/


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FAR Compliant

8900.1 Compliant