The change is part of the wider process that has
seen aviation rule making in the EU pass to the
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The
regulation of commercial flight operations,
airworthiness, aerodromes and pilot licensing
already fall under the auspices of EASA. The CAA
is now advising all affected operators that
‘Part-NCC’ will become applicable from August
25, 2016.
A dedicated webpage has been set up to provide
information and assistance for individuals and
organizations. In addition, leaflets and posters
have been distributed to aerodromes popular with
business aircraft operators. The CAA has also
contacted directly those operators who have an
Air Operators Certificate (AOC) to discuss the
change. Events and a workshop are also planned
over the next year.
Aircraft affected by the new rules are complex
motor-powered airplanes with a take-off weight
of 5700kg, or with a seating configuration of
more than 19. Airplanes and helicopters
certified for operation with a minimum of two
flight crew are also affected, as are
helicopters with a take-off weight of 3175kg, or
with a seating configuration of more than nine.
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