Navigate / EASA

AMC1 31TGB.81(b)(5) Flight Manual

ED Decision 2013/011/R

Site preparation and installation information

(a)     The site preparation instructions include:

(1)     the magnitudes and x-, y- and z-directions of each load carrying interface between the tether system and the ground;

(2)     dimensions and categories of safety areas on the ground and in the air;

(3)     the ground condition and its permitted maximum mean slope; and

(4)               any additional safety area required by the emergency descent procedure, if applicable.

(b)     The installation information includes:

(1)     a list of the minimum installation crew and their necessary skills;

(2)     a checklist of the necessary tools and devices for installing/de-installing; and

(3)     a checklist describing the necessary sequential steps for installation/de-installation. The list highlights the safety critical phases including precautions and mitigating measures.