What is the maximum validity period for an interim FSTD qualification level?

The interim qualification level shall not exceed 3 years.

What is the specific condition under which the competent authority may grant an interim FSTD qualification?

The condition is the introduction of new aircraft programmes where compliance with the requirements established in this Subpart for FSTD qualification is not possible.

ARA.FSTD.115 Interim FSTD qualification

Q: For which type of FSTD and at which levels can an interim qualification be granted?

For full flight simulators (FFS), an interim qualification level shall only be granted at level A, B or C.

Q: Until when is an interim FSTD qualification level valid?

It is valid until a final qualification level can be issued, and in any case, shall not exceed 3 years.

Q: Can an interim qualification level be granted for a flight training device (FTD) at level D?

No, the section states that for full flight simulators (FFS) an interim qualification level shall only be granted at level A, B or C. It does not mention FTDs or level D.

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ARA.FSTD.115 Interim FSTD qualification

Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011

(a) In the case of the introduction of new aircraft programmes, when compliance with the requirements established in this Subpart for FSTD qualification is not possible, the competent authority may issue an interim FSTD qualification level.

(b) For full flight simulators (FFS) an interim qualification level shall only be granted at level A, B or C.

(c) This interim qualification level shall be valid until a final qualification level can be issued and, in any case, shall not exceed 3 years.

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Source-Title: ARA.FSTD.115 Interim FSTD qualification View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-10941 Compare versions

Domain: Aircrew

Applicabilitydate: 8 April, 2012

Entryintoforcedate: 15 December, 2011

Regulatorysource: Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-ARA

Typeofcontent: IR (Implementing rule)

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR

ARA.FSTD.115 Interim FSTD qualification

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