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AMC1 29.1521 Powerplant limitations

ED Decision 2023/001/R

(a) Introduction

This AMC supplements FAA AC 29-2C, ยง AC 29.1521 and should be used in conjunction with that AC when demonstrating compliance with CSย 29.1521.

(b) 30-minute power rating

(1) Explanation

The 30-minute power rating may be set at any level between the maximum continuous up to and including the take-off rating, and may be used for multiple periods of up to 30 minutes each, at any time between the take-off and landing phases in any flight.

This rating is associated with some limitations which should be adequately established and declared.

(2) Procedure

CS 29.1521(a) refers to the limits for which the engines are type certificated. This should include the 30-minute power rating usage and:

โ€” the associated usage limit:

โ€” maximum duration in one single shot up to 30 minutes;

โ€” cumulative limit, if any, in one flight; and

โ€” any other limits associated with the usage of the 30-minute power rating declared in the installation and/or operating manual of the engine.

[Amdt No: 29/11]