Is there documentary proof from the State of Registry attesting noise certification of the aircraft, carried on board the aircraft when such a document has been issued?
Y
GCOM 3.2
6.8.2
Does the operator have procedures to ensure that aircraft adhere to published noise abatement procedures consistent with safety?
Y
GCOM 4.10
6.9 Aircraft Airworthiness
6.9.1
Does the operator have procedures to ensure that aircraft are maintained and operated in accordance with their C of A and the provisions of the company maintenance program? (Also see 9 Aircraft Maintenance)
Y
GCOM 3.2, 3.6 and 9.3
6.10 Use of Oxygen
6.10.1
Does the operator have procedures to ensure that when an aircraft is operated at cabin-pressure-altitudes above 10,000 ft. (700 hPa) but not exceeding 13,000 ft. (620 hPa) each crew member shall wear an oxygen mask and use supplemental oxygen for any part of the flight at those cabin pressure altitudes that is more than 30 minutes in duration?
Y
GCOM 3.3.1.5 and 4.13.5
6.10.2
Where an aircraft is operated at cabin-pressure-altitudes above 13,000 ft. (620 hPa) does each person on board the aircraft wear an oxygen mask and use supplemental oxygen for the duration of the flight at those altitudes?
Y
GCOM 3.3.1.5 and 4.13.5
6.10.3
Does the pilot at the flight controls of an aircraft use an oxygen mask if the aircraft is not equipped with quick-donning oxygen masks, and it is operated at or above FL 250?
Y
GCOM 4.13.5
6.10.4
Does the operator have procedures for the pilot at the controls to use an oxygen mask when the aircraft is operated above FL 410, or if one pilot leaves the flight deck for any reason above FL 350?
Does the operator have procedures as applicable for the type of operation, to ensure that passenger safety briefings are given for normal operations? (See ISBAO for details)
Y
GCOM 4.19.2.1
6.11.2
Are there procedures to modify briefings as appropriate for frequent passengers or mission needs?
Y
GCOM 4.19.2.1
6.11.3
Are there procedures to provide individual briefings for special circumstances, i.e. passenger limitations?
Y
GCOM 4.19.2.1
6.11.4
Are there procedures to ensure that, in the event of an emergency, where circumstances permit, all passengers are given an emergency briefing covering the following items:
Does the operator have a fatigue management programme that ensures that all personnel (including maintenance, pilots, cabin crew, other crew) involved in the operation do not carry out their duties when they are fatigued and that includes:
Y
GCOM 4.16
fatigue management guiding principles,
Y
GCOM 4.16.1
appropriate training and education regarding preventive and operational fatigue countermeasures;
Y
GCOM 4.16.2
flight and duty time limitations for aircraft crew, and
Y
GCOM 4.16.3.1
duty time limitations for non- aircraft crew, and
Y
GCOM 4.16.3.2
an evaluation process that assess the effectiveness of the fatigue management system?
the identification of the management person authorized to approve the deviation, and
Y
GCOM 4.16.3.3
a record of the deviation, risk assessment and mitigation?
Y
GCOM 4.16.3.3
6.13.3
Do deviations require the expressed approval of all personnel involved?
Y
GCOM 4.16.3.3
6.13.4
Are deviations from the limits contained in IS-BAO Implementation Guide supported by a comprehensive risk assessment process? (Recommended Practice)
Y
GCOM 4.16.3.3
6.14 Travel Health Issues
6.14.1
If the operator conducts international operations have they developed procedures for assessment of health risks at out of country destinations and for handling of passengers and crew should they be exposed to infectious disease or significant health risks? (Recommended Practice)
Y
GCOM 4.20
6.15 Seating Requirements
6.15.1
a. Are there procedures to ensure flight crew member seating requirements are met? (See ISBAO for details)
Y
GCOM 4.18.1
b. Are there procedures to ensure cabin crew member seating requirements are met? (See ISBAO for details)
N/A
Operator does not carry cabin crew.
c. Are there procedures to ensure passenger seating requirements are met? (See ISBAO)
Y
GCOM 4.18.2
6.16 Cabin Baggage
6.16.1
Does the operator specify procedures to ensure that all baggage carried onto an aircraft and taken into the passenger cabin is adequately and securely stowed?
Does the operator ensure that flight crew members utilise headsets and communicate through boom microphones to the maximum extent practical to ensure effective communications, and at all times during critical phases of flight?
N/A
Single Pilot operations.
6.18A Personnel Qualified to Taxi Aeroplane
6.18A
Is there a procedure to ensure that an aeroplane is not taxied on the movement area of an aerodrome unless the person at the controls is an appropriately qualified pilot or:
has been duly authorized by the operator;
Y
GCOM 4.22
is fully competent to taxi the aeroplane;
Y
GCOM 4.22
is qualified to use the radio if radio communications are required; and
Y
GCOM 4.22
has received instruction from a competent person in respect of aerodrome layout, and where appropriate, information on routes, signs, marking, lights, ATC signals and instructions, phraseology and procedures, and is able to conform to the operational standards required for safe aeroplane movement at the aerodrome.
Y
GCOM 4.22
6.19H Helicopter Rotor Turning Under Power
6.19H
a. Is there a procedure to ensure that the helicopter rotor shall not be turned under power for the purpose of flight without a qualified pilot at the controls?
Y
GCOM 4.23
b. Does the operator provide appropriately specific training and procedures to be followed for all personnel, other than qualified pilots, who are likely to carry out the turning of a rotor under power for purposes other than flight?
Y
GCOM 4.23
6.20 Maintenance Check Flights
6.20.1
Are there procedures to effectively manage the risks associated with Maintenance Check Flights? (Recommended Practice)
Are there procedures and training requirements to ensure each pilot maintains competency in key safety areas such as:
a) Manual Flying Skills
N
b)Stabilized Approaches
N
c) Runway Excursion Prevention
N
d) Automation Management
N
e) Upset Recovery
N
6.22 Stabilized Approach
6.22.1
Has the operator defined stabilized approach criteria and required the flight crew to execute a go-around or missed-approach if the aircraft deviates outside these criteria?
