This AC provides background information, describes rotorcraft external-load operations, and describes an acceptable means, but not the only means, to apply for and obtain authorization to conduct rotorcraft external-load operations under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 133. This AC also provides guidance and information for certificated rotorcraft external-load operators.

References:

Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR):

• Part 1, Definitions and Abbreviations.
• Part 21, Certification Procedures for Products and Articles.
• Part 27, Airworthiness Standards: Normal Category Rotorcraft.
• Part 29, Airworthiness Standards: Transport Category Rotorcraft.
• Part 61, Certification: Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground Instructors.
• Part 91, General Operating and Flight Rules.
• Part 121, Operating Requirements: Domestic, Flag, and Supplemental Operations.
• Part 133, Rotorcraft External-Load Operations.

AC 27-1, Certification of Normal Category Rotorcraft.
AC 91-32, Safety In and Around Helicopters.

 

This advisory circular (AC) contains information and guidance for servicing, ground handling, and marshalling an aircraft. The general information contained in this AC is not all-inclusive when servicing, ground handling, and marshalling an aircraft, and does not override any variances or additional procedures at a local airport. There is no Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) rule that specifically addresses aircraft ground handling, servicing, and marshalling; however, elements of these topics could be addressed under the following regulatory requirements: 14 CFR §§ 91.1073, 91.1085, 121.133, 121.135, 121.137, 135.21, 135.23, 135.619, part 135 appendix A, and 139.329.

References:

Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR):

• Section 91.1073, Training Program: General.
• Section 91.1085, Hazardous Materials Recognition Training.
• Section 121.133, Preparation.
• Section 121.135, Manual Contents.
• Section 121.137, Distribution and Availability.
• Section 135.21, Manual Requirements.
• Section 135.23, Manual Contents.
• Section 135.619, Operations Control Centers.
• Part 135 Appendix A, Additional Airworthiness Standards for 10 or More Passenger Airplanes.
• Section 139.329, Pedestrians and Ground Vehicles.