In the context of flight preparation, what factors should be considered when assessing the safety risk related to the availability of rescue and firefighting services?

The assessment should consider the aircraft type and the nature of the operation in relation to the availability of RFFS.

AMC1 NCC.OP.145(a) Flight preparation

Q: What should an operator consult to check the availability of rescue and firefighting services at the aerodrome of intended operation?

The operator should consult the aeronautical information publication (AIP) for information on the availability of rescue and firefighting services (RFFS) at the aerodrome of intended operation.

Q: When deciding on the adequacy of ground facilities, what two specific actions must the operator take regarding rescue and firefighting services?

The operator should (a) consult the AIP for information on the availability of RFFS at the aerodrome of intended operation, and (b) assess the level of safety risk associated with the aircraft type and nature of the operation in relation to the availability of RFFS.

Q: According to AMC1 NCC.OP.145(a), what is the purpose of consulting the AIP during flight preparation?

The purpose is to obtain information on the availability of rescue and firefighting services (RFFS) at the aerodrome of intended operation.

Q: Does AMC1 NCC.OP.145(a) require the operator to assess the safety risk of the operation in relation to the availability of RFFS?

Yes, the operator should assess the level of safety risk that is associated with the aircraft type and nature of the operation in relation to the availability of RFFS.

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AMC1 NCC.OP.145(a) Flight preparation

ED Decision 2023/004/R

ADEQUACY OF GROUND FACILITIES

When deciding on the adequacy of facilities and services available at an aerodrome of intended operation, the operator should:

(a) consult the aeronautical information publication (AIP) for information on the availability of rescue and firefighting services (RFFS) at the aerodrome of intended operation; and

(b) assess the level of safety risk that is associated with the aircraft type and nature of the operation in relation to the availability of RFFS.

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Source-Title: AMC1 NCC.OP.145(a) Flight preparation View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-20400 Compare versions

Domain: Air operations

Applicabilitydate: 29 March, 2023

Entryintoforcedate: 29 March, 2023

Regulatorysource: ED Decision 2023/004/R Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-NCC

Typeofcontent: AMC to IR (Acceptable means of compliance to implementing rule)

Parentir: NCC.OP.145 Flight preparation

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR