Which factors related to the aircraft are listed as possible considerations in the VEMS tactical risk assessment?

VCA performance; VCA equipment and defects, MEL, and medical equipment; and fuel/energy planning are listed as possible considerations.

What crew-related aspects are mentioned as potential considerations in the VEMS tactical risk assessment?

Crew fatigue, recency and qualifications are mentioned as potential considerations.

Does the tactical risk assessment include checking NOTAMs and weather?

Yes, weather and NOTAMs are listed as items that may be considered in the tactical risk assessment.

What operational aspects are listed under the operating environment in the VEMS tactical risk assessment?

The operating environment includes airspace, local geography, and availability of diversion locations.

Is in-flight replanning a factor that can be considered in the tactical risk assessment?

Yes, in-flight replanning is listed as a possible consideration.

GM1 SPA.VEMS.140(b) Information, procedures and documentation

Q: What elements can be considered in the tactical risk assessment of a VEMS flight by the pilot-in-command?

The tactical risk assessment may consider: (a) operating environment, including airspace, local geography and availability of diversion locations; (b) weather; (c) NOTAMs; (d) VCA performance; (e) VCA equipment and defects, MEL, and medical equipment; (f) fuel/energy planning; (g) crew fatigue, recency and qualifications; (h) dispatch criteria; (i) tasking, roles and responsibilities; (j) in-flight replanning; (k) relevant threats.

Q: Can the tactical risk assessment for a VEMS flight be included in the daily briefing?

Yes, the tactical risk assessment of a VEMS flight by the PIC may be included in the daily briefing and amended as necessary.

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GM1 SPA.VEMS.140(b) Information, procedures and documentation

ED Decision 2025/010/R

VEMS TACTICAL RISK ASSESSMENT

The tactical risk assessment of a VEMS flight by the PIC may be included in the daily briefing and amended as necessary.

The following may be considered:

(a) operating environment, including airspace, local geography and availability of diversion locations;

(b) weather;

(d) VCA performance;

(e) VCA equipment and defects, MEL, and medical equipment;

(f) fuel/energy planning;

(g) crew fatigue, recency and qualifications;

(h) dispatch criteria;

(i) tasking, roles and responsibilities;

(j) in-flight replanning;

(k) relevant threats.

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Source-Title: GM1 SPA.VEMS.140(b) Information, procedures and documentation View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-23779 Compare versions

Domain: Air operations

Amendedby: Issue 1, Amendment 16

Applicabilitydate: 9 July, 2025

Entryintoforcedate: 9 July, 2025

Regulatorysource: ED Decision 2025/010/R Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-SPA

Typeofcontent: GM to IR (Guidance material to implementing rule)

Parentir: SPA.VEMS.140 Information, procedures and documentation

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR