Flight Simulation Training Device Qualification Guidance-Qualification Process Information

Simulator and Level 6 & 7 Flight Training Devices

• Airplane Flight Training Device Qualification AC 120-45A (PDF)
• Airplane Simulator Qualification AC 120-40B
• Helicopter Simulator Qualification AC 120-63
• Part 121: Appendix H to Part 121: Advanced Simulation
• Qualification Process Flow Chart (MS PowerPoint)
• Request for Initial Evaluation Date (PDF)

Level 2 through 5 Flight Training Devices

• All Flight Training Device Manufacturer (AFS-800) (PDF)
• Functions and Subjective Tests Checklist (MS Word)
• Guidance for the Qualification of Level 2 Through Level 5 Flight Training Devices (FTD's) (MS Word)
• Interim Procedures for Helicopter Flight Training Devices (Level 5 & 6)
• List of Reference Data Reports (RDR) Approved by the NSP - Non-Part 121 Aircraft (PDF)
• List of Reference Data Reports (RDR) Approved by the NSP - Part 121 Aircraft (Please contact the NSP) (PDF)
• Qualification Process Flow Chart (MS PowerPoint)
• Sample Letter of Qualifications/Approval for Level 2, 3 and 5 FTD's (Part 61, 141 and 142) (MS Word)
• Validation Tests Checklist (MS Word)

Level 1 Flight Training Device

• Authorized Use of Flight Training Devices: Conferred Status Level 1, and Qualified and Approved as Level 1 Under AC 120-45A January 18, 2000 Sample Letter of Authorization Included
• Correction to Regulatory References Applicable to Use of a Conferred Status Flight Training Device for Helicopters September 28, 2000
• Review of Authorized Use of Level 1 Flight Training Devices June 28, 1999 (MS Word)

Personal Computer Aviation Training Devices for Pilots

• GAO Report on Aviation Safety: Research Supports Limited Use of Personal Computer Aviation Training Devices for Pilots
• List of Qualified Personal Computer-Based Aviation Training Devices (MS Word)
• Qualification and Approval of Personal Computer-Based Aviation Training Devices AC 61-126 (PDF)