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Introduction I

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Introduction I

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ATPL Book 12 Operational Procedures

Introduction I

Introduction I

Introduction

The subject ‘Operational Procedures’ is concerned with the operation of aircraft in the commercial air transport role by airlines (Operators) having their primary place of business in an EASA member state. The EASA document, which details the applicable procedures, is CSOPS, which is based on the ICAO, published Annex 6 (Operation of Aircraft) to the Chicago Convention.

Operational Procedures covers part of the Air Law syllabus but in much greater depth and with specific reference to the JAA requirements whereas Air Law is primarily concerned with ICAO rules and regulations (Standards and Recommended Practices). The main references for Operational Procedures (Annex 6 and CS-OPS) are both documents which are amended at regular intervals and reflect modern technology and commercial practices in the aviation world. It is inevitable that any other document based on these references will not be able to be amended and therefore, these notes, which meet the requirements of the ATPL Theoretical Knowledge syllabus of the ATPL(A) must not be used for any regulatory purpose.

In compiling these notes, reference has been made to the following documents:

Supporting information for cross-reference and clarification has been taken from:

Aerad En Route Supplement

Aircrew Manual Boeing 747-400

CAP 168 - Licensing of Aerodromes

CAP 493 - Manual of Air Traffic Services

Pilot Notes and Checklists - PA28

UK AIP (including AICs)