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1 FLIGHT STANDARDS SERVICE LESSON PLAN Template Version: Word 2010 Course Number: Course Title: Oceanic and International Operations Lesson Number: 22 Lesson Title: OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs Lesson TAG: OML Version Number: 2.00 Version Date: 05/16/2016 Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes (including breaks) Lesson Overview Lesson includes overview of the OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs for SAOs including relevant components of authorizations. Exercises & Handouts Exercise: OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs Media sl-oml.pptm lk-oml-14cfr91_705.pdf lk-oml-14cfrpart91_706.pdf lk-oml-b034s_2010.pdf lk-oml-b036s_2016.pdf lk-oml-b037s.pdf lk-oml-b038s.pdf lk-oml-b039s_2014.pdf lk-oml-b040s.pdf lk-oml-b041.pdf lk-oml-b046s.pdf lk-oml-b050s.pdf lk-oml-b055_2011.pdf lk-oml-b059s.pdf lk-oml-b450.pdf Other Pertinent Information None

2 22 - OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs Version 2.00 Legend PG, p. HO-1-OML SL-3-OML Refer class to participant guide page Distribute handout 1 Show slide 3 Click mouse to build slide Use board or chart Show video (optional) Key point Ask oral question Oceanic and International Operations Page 2 of 50

3 22 - OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs Version 2.00 References (Optional) Regulations 14 CFR Part Operations within airspace designated as Minimum Navigation Performance Specification Airspace 14 CFR Part Operations within airspace designed as Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum Airspace Orders None Oceanic and International Operations Page 3 of 50 ACs AC BRNAV/PRNAV (as amended) AC RVSM (as amended) AC , Approval Guidance for RNP Operations and Barometric Vertical Navigation in the U.S. National Airspace System and in Oceanic and Remote Continental Airspace (as amended) Other Documents Australian PBN: 51/f/_assets/main/lib100178/pbnbooklet.pdf Operation Specifications (OpSpecs): B034 IFR Class I Terminal and En Route Navigation Using Area Navigation Systems (as amended) B036 Oceanic and Remote Continental Navigation Using Multiple Long-Range Navigation Systems (M- LRNS) (as amended) B037 Operations in Central East Pacific (CEP) Airspace (as amended) B038 Operations in North Pacific (NOPAC) Airspace (as amended) B039 Operations in North Atlantic Minimum Navigation Performance Specifications (NAT/MNPS) Airspace (as amended) B040 Operations in Areas of Magnetic Unreliability (as amended) B041 North Atlantic Operation (NAT/OPS) With Two Engine Airplanes Under part 121 (as amended) B046 Operations in Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) Airspace (as amended) B050 Sensitive International Areas (as amended) B450 Sensitive International Areas (as amended) B055 North Polar Operations (as amended)

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5 22 - OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs Version 2.00 Document Revision History Oceanic and International Operations Page 5 of 50

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7 22 - OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs Version 2.00 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Introduction... 9 A. Review/Tie-in... 9 B. Motivation... 9 C. Overview D. Objectives II. OpSpecs for Each SAO A. OpSpecs B. B050 World Map III. Key Components of the OpSpec(s) for each SAO IV. Common OpSpecs Errors V. Letters of Authorization (LOA) A. OpSpec B039 NAT HLA B. OpSpec B046 RVSM C. OpSpec B036 Multiple Long Range Navigation Systems D. OpSpec B054 S-LRNS E. OpSpec B034 BRNAV (RNP 5)/PRNAV (RNP 1) AC VI. Equipment Specified for an OpSpec/MSpec/LOA A. Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA VII. Summary A. Review B. Objectives C. Preview Oceanic and International Operations Page 7 of 50

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9 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-1-OML I. INTRODUCTION A. REVIEW/TIE-IN The previous lesson addressed issues surrounding the proving/validation tests and certification process. This lesson addresses OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs for SAOs including relevant components of authorizations. B. MOTIVATION To be able to correctly and consistently issue Operations Specifications (OpSpecs), Management Specifications (MSpecs), and Letters of Authorization (LOAs) to operators and individuals desiring to operate in Special Areas of Operation (SAOs) by thoroughly understanding OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs through consultation with the appropriate Regional NextGen SAO Specialist and in coordination with a Dispatch Inspector Oceanic and International Operations Page 9 of 50

10 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-2-OML C. OVERVIEW SL-3-OML In this lesson, we will discuss the following topics OpSpecs for each SAO Key components of the OpSpec(s) for each SAO Common OpSpecs errors Letters of Authorization (LOAs) Equipment specified for an OpSpec/MSpec/LOA D. OBJECTIVES In accordance with published references listed in this lesson, and in keeping with your job functions, you will be able to: Identify the OpSpec(s) for each SAO. Oceanic and International Operations Page 10 of 50

11 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-4-OML Identify the key components of the OpSpec(s) for each SAO. Identify the common errors in the OpSpec(s) for each SAO. Identify the SAOs which require an LOA. Identify equipment to be specified in an OpSpec/MSpec/LOA. Oceanic and International Operations Page 11 of 50

12 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-5-OML II. OPSPECS FOR EACH SAO A. OPSPECS OpSpecs are legal documents. Issuing OpSpecs for SAOs can be complex. Principal Inspectors (PIs) should, and in many cases must, contact a Regional NextGen SAO Specialist. For example, there are increasing numbers of U.S. operators requesting a Data Link authorization using CPDLC and ADS-C. These capabilities are being used in a number of geographic areas and the ASI should consult the Regional NextGen SAO Specialist when an operator requests this authorization. ASIs must consult Regional NextGen SAO Specialists. PG, p. Note(s) to Instructor: Ask participants to refer to the OpSpec for each SAO table in the participant guide. A copy of the table is on the next page and on the slide. Oceanic and International Operations Page 12 of 50

13 OpSpec for each SAO Special Areas of Operation (SAOs) Basic Area Navigation/Precision Area Navigation BRNAV/PRNAV (RNAV5/RNAV1) Oceanic Required Navigation Performance (RNP) (2/4/10) Oceanic and Remote Continental (formerly Class II) Central East Pacific (CEP) North Pacific (NOPAC) North Atlantic (NAT) Magnetic Unreliability (AMU) North Atlantic Non ETOPS Single Communication RVSM WATRS Russia and China Gulf of Mexico/Caribbean Single Navigation North Polar Canadian MNPS (C-MNPS) (applies to 135 operators only) Required OpSpec B034 IFR Class I Terminal and En Route Navigation Using Area Navigation Systems B036 Oceanic and Remote Continental Navigation Using Multiple Long-Range Navigation Systems (M-LRNS) B036 Oceanic and Remote Continental Navigation Using Multiple Long-Range Navigation Systems (M-LRNS) B037 Operations in Central East Pacific (CEP) Airspace B038 Operations in North Pacific (NOPAC) Airspace B039 Operations in North Atlantic Minimum Navigation Performance Specifications (NAT/MNPS) Airspace B040 Operations in Areas of Magnetic Unreliability B041 North Atlantic Operations With Two Engine Airplanes Under part 121 B045.Extended Overwater Operations Using Single Long-Range Communication System (S-LRCS) B046 Operations in Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) Airspace B050 Sensitive International Areas B050 Sensitive International Areas (B450) B050 Sensitive International Areas (B450) B054. Oceanic/Remote Navigation Using Single Long Range Navigation System (S-LRNS) B055 North Polar Operations B059 Canadian MNPS Airspace Oceanic and International Operations Page 13 of 50

14 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES Briefly review a few of the linked OpSpecs and related SAOs from the slide including B034, B036, B039, B040 and B055. Oceanic and Remote Continental (formerly Class II) - Stress the fact that an FMS by itself is not an LRNS. Magnetic Unreliability (AMU) -Inertial platform is required. North Polar - Inertial platform is required. Canadian MNPS (C-MNPS) - Operators with NAT HLA authorization meet C-MNPS requirements (e.g. 2 LRNS and 2 LRCS). Basic Area Navigation/Precision Area Navigation BRNAV/PRNAV BRNAV (RNP 5) - Issued for operations in Europe, the Yankee routes in the Caribbean and the Quebec routes in the Gulf of Mexico. China and Mongolia - RVSM altitude assignments are based on the metric system. China does not follow the ICAO Flight Level Allocation Scheme (FLAS). Oceanic Required Navigation Performance (RNP) (2/4/10) RNP 2, RNP 4 and RNP 10 are currently the only Oceanic/Remote navigation RNPs that can be authorized. There are also provisions to allow a single LRNS that meets a RNP 10 requirement to be used in the Gulf of Mexico. OpSpec B054 (single LRNS) is the vehicle for this authorization.. Oceanic and International Operations Page 14 of 50

15 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-6-OML B. B050 WORLD MAP SL-7-OML Note(s) to Instructor: Point out a few of the SAOs on the map. III. KEY COMPONENTS OF THE OPSPEC(S) FOR EACH SAO Key components include identifying: the airspace the specific aircraft type the specific CNS system requirements It s important to realize that a number of OpSpecs may have to be considered when a single SAO is requested. The term used is bundling. Oceanic and International Operations Page 15 of 50

16 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-8-OML For example, a Part 121 operator requesting NAT HLA authorization for unrestricted operations will require additional OpSpecs such as: B036 (multiple LRNS) B046 (RVSM) B041 (Twin Engine Operations in NAT) B342 (ETOPS Twin Engine Operations) Note(s) to Instructor: Ensure/reinforce what OpSpec B036 is. Also, there could be additional requirements such as data link (A056). Also, B054 only applies to specific areas: WATRS Gulf of Mexico Caribbean North Atlantic Blue Spruce Routes Note(s) to Instructor: Blue Spruce added in IV. COMMON OPSPECS ERRORS Oceanic and International Operations Page 16 of 50

17 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES B SL-9-OML Reviews of OpSpecs have revealed that a number were issued contrary to Order guidance. Regional NextGen SAO Specialists are familiar with OpSpecs and can help in fact, SAO involvement is mandatory with some. A number of B054 (Single LRNS) OpSpecs have been issued for part 135 operators without validation flights in the relevant oceanic/remote airspace. If this B054 OpSpec is the operator s initial request for oceanic/remote operations, tabletops and validation flights are required. In addition, OpSpec B050 (Authorized Areas) reviews have revealed numerous omissions or incorrect reference paragraphs. Another area of concern is OpSpec B040 (AMU) or B055 (North Polar Operations) with only GNSS navigation equipment. Note(s) to Instructor: B040 and B055 require two inertial systems as a minimum. In these cases, the appropriate specialists have often not been consulted, as recommended in FAA Order Oceanic and International Operations Page 17 of 50

18 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-10-OML Range should be considered before issuing authorizations. Range-limited aircraft have erroneously been authorized for remote oceanic operations, without adequate fuel reserves For example, an LR-35 aircraft with B037 (CEP) authorization to fly to Hawaii from the mainland does not have sufficient range to complete the flight. OpSpec/MSpec requires identification of aircraft make, model and series. Note(s) to Instructor: An LOA also requires aircraft registration. Specific identification of aircraft special equipment for the OpSpec is required to meet the SAO airspace requirements. Any limitations or special conditions should also be identified for the aircraft or equipment. V. LETTERS OF AUTHORIZATION (LOA) Note(s) to Instructor: After participants answer the question, click the mouse to display the answer. Oceanic and International Operations Page 18 of 50

19 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-11-OML Question: LOAs for B paragraphs are issued to what operators and for what type operations? Answer: Part 91 (rest of answer on next slides).c-52 is being offered as an LOA. The driver is that European RNP approaches cannot be flown without authorizations, which the FAA does not offer for GA. CAA have required evidence of Member State authorizations to fly RNP. Other than the ones we are about to discuss, there are currently no LOAs issued for any other SAOs. The LOAs used to have a 2-year expiration date, which was eliminated several years ago. A. OPSPEC B039 NAT HLA Note(s) to Instructor: Open 14 CFR Part link and review document. This is subject to FAA rulemaking effort to delete that paragraph. Instructor should confirm this is still a valid paragraph. Upon removal of Part , regulatory authority for NAT HLA authorizations will be of Part (Annex 2 and Doc 7030). Oceanic and International Operations Page 19 of 50

20 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES B. OPSPEC B046 RVSM Note(s) to Instructor: Open the 14 CFR Part link and review document from website. This is being revised as part of a FAA rulemaking effort. C. OPSPEC B036 MULTIPLE LONG RANGE NAVIGATION SYSTEMS B036 Oceanic and Remote Continental Navigation Using Multiple Long-Range Navigation Systems (M- LRNS) RNP 10/RNP 4/RNP 2 are required to meet specific requirements. Note(s) to Instructor: RNP 2 is now required in Australia. Reference: ets/main/lib100178/pbn-booklet.pdf D. OPSPEC B054 S-LRNS B054 Oceanic/Remote Operations in Airspace where RNP 10 Is Applied Using Single Long- Range Navigation System (S-LRNS) E. OPSPEC B034 BRNAV (RNP 5)/PRNAV (RNP 1) AC BRNAV is issued for European continental operations for en route structure. Note(s) to Instructor: There is also a short-term LOA (D098), such as to ferry aircraft. Oceanic and International Operations Page 20 of 50

21 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-12-OML VI. EQUIPMENT SPECIFIED FOR AN OPSPEC/MSPEC/LOA Operators requesting SAOs are required to meet the CNS requirements of the airspace and have the appropriate equipment installed. SL-13-OML A. EXERCISE: OPSPEC/MSPEC/LOA Total Time: 35 minutes - Activity: 20 minutes - Debrief: 15 minutes PG, p. Note(s) to Instructor: Refer participants to OpSpec/MSpec/LOA exercises in participant guide. Preparation Oceanic and International Operations Page 21 of 50

22 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES Review the purpose and directions of the exercise. B036 included used old format. In March, a new B036 was updated, provide amended version to participants. There are two sets of B050 in system when we paired 67 areas to 34. It did not trigger a mandatory update to B050 and now have two sets of authorized B050 in system. Debrief Debrief the exercises by reviewing the answers for each scenario soliciting responses from participants. See copy of exercise on following pages. Answers are in bold. Oceanic and International Operations Page 22 of 50

23 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA Scenario #1 Instructor Copy Purpose: This activity requires participants to use the OpSpec for each SAO page in the participant guide to answer questions about OpSpecs. Directions: Answer the questions on the four scenarios based on the respective sanitized OpSpecs provided. Scenario #1: This is a part 135 operator with FAA authorizations to fly an LR-55 type aircraft throughout most of North and South America and the Caribbean Sea. 1. Does this description of the LRNSs adequately identify what is installed in the aircraft in OpSpec B036? Answer: No. There is inadequate information in Table What additional information is required in Table 1? Answer: All the blocks need to be completed. 3. What RNP type is required? Answer: RNP 10 or RNP 4 4. In B050, please identify where: a. B036 is authorized. Answer: South America, where B036 is not required. b. B046 (RVSM) is authorized since the B046 OpSpec has been issued. Answer: It is not referenced for any geographic area. c. B450 (Sensitive International Areas) applies. Answer: Central and South America, with no references to the applicable countries. 5. Are there any other reference paragraphs in B050 that appear to be missing? Answer: B034 and B035. Oceanic and International Operations Page 23 of 50

24 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #2 Instructor Copy Scenario #2: This is a part 121 supplemental operator with FAA authorizations to fly a B-727 and a B-767 type aircraft throughout most of the world. Please note that this operator has not been issued OpSpecs B039 (NAT-HLA) or B032 (ETOPS). 1. In B036, what is unique about the B-767 LRNS? Answer: The model block gives a part number only. It should contain the model of the LRNS. 2. In B050, where is the operator approved to fly in RVSM airspace since the OpSpec B046 has been issued? Answer: In U.S. lower 48 States only. 3. In B050, how does this operator get to Africa or New Zealand, legally? Answer: To Africa, only by flying below NAT HLA airspace or across the South Atlantic. To New Zealand, it is not possible due to aircraft range. 4. What do you notice about OpSpec B037 in geographic areas since this OpSpec is for CEP routes between North America and Hawaii? Answer: East Asia, Japan, and New Zealand are not within the geographic area of B037, yet they have this reference paragraph. 5. Various geographic areas have OpSpec B044 Redispatch/Rerelease, which is a specialized authorization. Who should the POI consult before issuing this OpSpec? Answer: A Dispatch Inspector Oceanic and International Operations Page 24 of 50

25 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #3 Instructor Copy Scenario #3: This is a part 135 operator with FAA authorizations to fly an AMD-50 type aircraft throughout most of North and South America and the Caribbean Sea. 1. B039 for NAT HLA has been authorized, where is this geographic area listed in OpSpec B050? Answer: It s missing from OpSpec B050, as is Europe, and it should be determined whether or not the operator was properly validated. 2. Since B050(b) states that oceanic/remote navigation (B036) is only authorized for a HS-125 aircraft, and B036 is only approved for an AMD-50 aircraft, is this operator approved for oceanic/remote navigation in any of the authorized areas identified in B050? Answer: No. This issue should be resolved. Oceanic and International Operations Page 25 of 50

26 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #4 Instructor Copy Scenario #4: This is a part 135 operator with FAA authorizations to fly a BAE-125, a BE- 200, and a NA-265 type aircraft throughout most of North and South America, the Caribbean Islands, and the Gulf of Mexico. 1. Where is NAT HLA (formerly NAT MNPS) authorized in OpSpec B050? Answer: It s omitted. 2. B046 has been issued to the operator. Are there any geographical areas in B050 not showing RVSM? Answer: Yes. B046 should have been issued and Mexico/Gulf of Mexico does not have B046 listed. 3. The operator has authorization for B036 (multiple LRNS). Where in Central and South America is oceanic/remote (formerly Class II) navigation required? Answer: Nowhere. Oceanic and International Operations Page 26 of 50

27 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #1: OpSpec B036 Oceanic and International Operations Page 27 of 50

28 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #1: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 28 of 50

29 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #1: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 29 of 50

30 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #1: OpSpec B050 Oceanic and International Operations Page 30 of 50

31 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #2: OpSpec B036 Oceanic and International Operations Page 31 of 50

32 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #2: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 32 of 50

33 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #2: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 33 of 50

34 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #2: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 34 of 50

35 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #2: OpSpec B050 Oceanic and International Operations Page 35 of 50

36 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #2: OpSpec B050, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 36 of 50

37 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #3: OpSpec B036 Oceanic and International Operations Page 37 of 50

38 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #3: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 38 of 50

39 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #3: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 39 of 50

40 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #3: OpSpec B050 Oceanic and International Operations Page 40 of 50

41 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #3: OpSpec B050, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 41 of 50

42 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #4: OpSpec B036 Oceanic and International Operations Page 42 of 50

43 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #4: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 43 of 50

44 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #4: OpSpec B036, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 44 of 50

45 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #4: OpSpec B050 Oceanic and International Operations Page 45 of 50

46 Exercise: OpSpec/MSpec/LOA, cont. Scenario #4: OpSpec B050, cont. Oceanic and International Operations Page 46 of 50

47 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES Principals should check with SAO Specialists before SAO authorizations to prevent discrepancies seen in this exercise, especially those involving tables. Transition: Let s quickly review the major topics we covered in this lesson. Oceanic and International Operations Page 47 of 50

48 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-14-OML VII. SUMMARY A. REVIEW SL-15-OML In this lesson, we discussed the following: OpSpecs for each SAO Key components of the OpSpec(s) for each SAO Common OpSpecs errors Letters of Authorization (LOAs) Equipment specified for an OpSpec/MSpec/LOA B. OBJECTIVES In accordance with published references listed in this lesson, and in keeping with your job functions, you are now able to: Oceanic and International Operations Page 48 of 50

49 PROMPTS CONTENT NOTES SL-16-OML Identify the OpSpec(s) for each SAO. Identify the key components of the OpSpec(s) for each SAO. Identify the common errors (issues noted during national reviews-corrective action) in the OpSpec(s) for each SAO. Identify the SAOs which require an LOA. Identify equipment to be specified in an OpSpec/MSpec/LOA. C. PREVIEW In the next lesson we will focus on some of the current and future initiatives for oceanic operations. Oceanic and International Operations Page 49 of 50

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