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AC 119-2A - Operational Use of Radio Frequency Identification Systems Onboard Aircraft

Document Information

Number
119-2A
Title
Operational Use of Radio Frequency Identification Systems Onboard Aircraft
Status
Active
Date issued
2021-08-23
Office of Primary Responsibility
AFS-300
Description

This AC provides aircraft operator guidance on the use of radio frequency identification (RFID) devices and systems in operational and maintenance environments as a means of identifying or scheduling specific maintenance and inspection tasks in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) parts 43, 91, 121, 125, 129, and 135. This AC limits its scope to aircraft RFID applications, where RFID tags are installed directly on aircraft, parts, and components to verify identification, serviceability status, or presence. This AC is not mandatory and does not constitute a regulation. It provides information that will assist with compliance with recordkeeping, maintenance, and other requirements that would apply when an operator elects to use RFID devices and systems.

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119-2 Operational Use of Radio Frequency Identification Systems Onboard Aircraft

This AC provides aircraft operator guidance on the use of radio frequency identification (RFID) devices and systems in operational and maintenance environments as an alternative means of performing specific maintenance and inspection tasks in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) parts 43, 91, 121, 125, 129, and 135. This AC limits its scope to aircraft RFID applications, where RFID tags are installed directly on aircraft, parts, and components to verify identification, serviceability status, or presence. This AC is not mandatory and does not constitute a regulation. It describes an acceptable means, but not the only means, to show compliance with installation and operational requirements. However, if operators use the means described in this AC, operators must follow it in all important respects.

 2017-10-17