AMC1 ORA.FSTD.115 Installations

MINIMUM ELEMENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION

(a) Introduction

(1) This AMC identifies those elements that are expected to be addressed, as a minimum, to ensure that the FSTD installation provides a safe environment for the users and operators of the FSTD under all circumstances.

(b) Expected elements

(1) Adequate fire/smoke detection, warning and suppression arrangements should be provided to ensure safe passage of personnel from the FSTD.

(2) Adequate protection should be provided against electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic hazards, including those arising from the control loading and motion systems, to ensure maximum safety of all persons in the vicinity of the FSTD.

(3) Other areas that should be addressed include the following:

(i) a two-way communication system that remains operational in the event of a total power failure;

(ii) emergency lighting;

(iii) escape exits and escape routes;

(iv) occupant restraints (seats, seat belts etc.);

(v) external warning of motion and access ramp or stairs activity;

(vi) danger area markings;

(vii) guard rails and gates;

(viii) motion and control loading emergency stop controls accessible from either pilot or instructor seats;

(ix) a manual or automatic electrical power isolation switch.

[applicable until 29 April 2028 — ED Decision 2012/007/R]

(a) Introduction

This AMC identifies those elements that are expected to be addressed, as a minimum, to ensure that the FSTD installation provides a safe environment for the users and operators of the FSTD under all circumstances. The organisation operating the FSTD should:

(1) provide all occupants in the FSTD with safety instructions specific to the device; and

(2) perform regular checks on the FSTD safety features.

(b) Expected elements

(1) Adequate fire/smoke detection, warning and suppression arrangements should be provided to ensure safety of the FSTD users.

(2) Adequate protection should be provided against electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic hazards, including those arising from the control loading and motion systems, to ensure maximum safety of all persons in the vicinity of and inside the FSTD.

(3) Other areas that should be addressed include the following:

(i) a two-way communication system that remains operational in the event of a total power and network failure;

(ii) emergency lighting of FSTD and building;

(iii) escape exits and escape routes properly identified and that remain visible in low-visibility conditions (power failure, smoke, etc.);

(iv) occupant restraints (seats, seat belts, etc.);

(v) external warning of motion and access ramp or stairs activity;

(vi) danger area markings;

(vii) guard rails and gates;

(viii) emergency power-off controls;

(ix) a manual or automatic electrical power isolation switch;

(ix) motion and control loading cut-off accessible from both pilot seats and the instructor seat;

(xi) alternative emergency egress method.

[applicable from 30 April 2028 — ED Decision 2026/006/R]