Number | Title | Status | Office | Date |
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187-2 | Aircraft Certification Service Fees for Providing Production Certification-Related Services Outside the United States | Active | AIR-230 | 1998-03-11 |
187-1T |
Flight Standards Service Schedule of Charges Outside the United States
The rule provided that the FAA would publish these fees in an AC. Refer to part 187 appendix A |
Active | AFS-50 | 2024-09-16 |
00-1.1B |
Public Aircraft Operations—Manned and Unmanned
This AC provides information to assist in determining whether government-owned or government-contracted manned and unmanned aircraft operations conducted within the territory of the United States are public or civil aircraft operations under the statutory definition of “public aircraft” in Title 49 of the United States Code (49 U.S.C.) |
Active | AFS-800 | 2018-09-21 |
117-1 |
Flightcrew Member Rest Facilities
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means, but not the only means, of compliance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 117 conducting augmented flightcrew member operations. |
Active | AFS-220 | 2012-09-20 |
3-1 |
U.S. Agents for Service on Individuals with Foreign Addresses Who Hold or Apply for Certain Certificates, Ratings, or Authorizations
This advisory circular (AC) provides individuals with guidance on how to comply with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) sections 3.301 through 3.303. |
Active | AGC-300 | 2024-10-11 |
194-1 |
Powered-Lift Operations
This AC describes how powered-lift will comply with specific regulations in 14 CFR parts 43, 91, 91 subpart K (part 91K), 97, 135, and 136. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2024-10-07 |
38-1 |
AIRPLANE FUEL EFFICIENCY CERTIFICATION
This advisory circular (AC) contains information and provides guidance on the implementation of the fuel |
Active | AEE-3 | 2023-12-13 |
26-1 |
Part 26, Continued airworthiness and Safety Improvements
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with certain requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) part 26 and how the results of that compliance relate to certain complementary operational rules. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2007-12-03 |
142-1 |
Standardized Curricula Delivered by Part 142 Training Centers
This advisory circular (AC) introduces the standardized curriculum concept for Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 135 training provided by 14 CFR part 142 training centers and describes the associated benefits of this voluntary approach. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2020-04-27 |
136-1 |
Commercial Air Tour Operations Conducted Over National Parks and Tribal Lands
This Advisory Circular (AC) contains information, directions, and procedures for obtaining operating authority for commercial air tour operations over national parks and tribal lands. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2002-10-25 |
89-1 | Means of Compliance Process for Remote Identification of Unmanned Aircraft | Active | AIR-600 | 2020-12-22 |
171-1 |
Establish, Operate, and Maintain Non-federal Systems
This advisory circular (AC) provides a high-level overview of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Non-federal Program policy for establishing, owning, operating, and maintaining a non-federal system/service in the National Airspace System (NAS). |
Active | AJW-121 | 2024-07-02 |
33.70-1 |
Guidance Material for Aircraft Engine Life-Limited Parts Requirements
This advisory circular (AC) provides definitions, guidance, and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, that may be used to demonstrate compliance with the engine life-limited parts integrity requirements of § 33.70 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 33). |
Active | AIR-600 | 2009-07-31 |
33.201-1 | Extended Operations (ETOPS) Eligibility for Turbine Engines | Active | ANE-111 | 2010-01-21 |
33.64-1 |
Guidance for Pressurized Engine Static Parts
This advisory circular (AC) provides definitions and guidance regarding compliance with the strength requirements for pressurized engine static parts in § 33.64 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 33). |
Active | ANE-111 | 2010-09-13 |
35.23-1 |
Guidance Material for 14 CFR § 35.23, Propeller Control System
This advisory circular (AC) provides definitions and guidance for demonstrating compliance with the propeller control system requirements of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR 35.23). |
Active | ANE-111 | 2011-10-21 |
121.321-1 |
Compliance with Requirements of § 121.321, Operations in Icing
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 121.321, Operations in Icing. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2011-08-04 |
25.341-1 |
Dynamic Gust Loads
This advisory circular (AC) describes acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 25.341, Gust and turbulence loads. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2014-12-12 |
25.362-1 |
Engine Failure Loads
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 25.362, Engine failure loads. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2014-12-12 |
35.16-1 | Propeller Critical Parts | Active | ANE-111 | 2013-01-17 |
25.307-1 |
Proof of Structure
This advisory circular describes acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations 25.307, Proof of structure. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2014-10-07 |
450.107-1 |
Hazard Control Strategies Determination
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance for an applicant to determine its hazard control strategy or strategies in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 450.107(b). |
Active | AST-1 | 2021-07-27 |
450.161-1 |
Control of Hazard Areas
This AC provides guidance on meeting the requirements of § 450.161 to publicize, survey, control, or evacuate each flight hazard area identified under § 450.133 prior to initiating flight of a launch vehicle or the reentry of a reentry vehicle to the extent necessary to ensure compliance with the risk criteria in § 450.101. |
Active | AST-1 | 2022-12-21 |
70-1B |
Outdoor Laser Operations
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides information to assist proponents planning to conduct outdoor laser operations that may affect aircraft operations in the United States (U.S.) |
Active | AJV-P | 2022-02-14 |
25.933-1 |
Unwanted In-Flight Thrust Reversal of Turbojet Thrust Reversers
This AC describes various acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of § 25.933(a)(1) and (a)(2), as they apply to unwanted in-flight turbojet thrust reversals on transport category airplanes. |
Active | AIR-600 | 2024-08-30 |
450.169-1 |
Launch and Reentry Collision Avoidance Analysis
This AC provides guidance to launch or reentry operators on how to complete the launch and reentry collision avoidance analysis in accordance with 14 CFR § 450.169. This AC discusses: 1) the contents an operator should provide to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to satisfy Appendix A of part 450 for the collision analysis worksheet, 2) how to submit that information to the processing entity, and 3) proper vehicle operator responses to the analysis they receive from the processing entity. |
Active | AST-1 | 2023-08-10 |
33.67-1 |
Engine Fuel Systems
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for demonstrating compliance with the |
Active | AIR-625 | 2024-05-20 |
413.13-1 |
Guidance on Submitting a Complete Enough and Complete Application for a Vehicle Operator License
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance on demonstrating compliance with the requirements of completing a license application in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) §§ 413.11 and 413.13. |
Active | AST-1 | 2023-12-18 |
450.137-1 |
De Minimis Far-Field Overpressure Blast Effects Analysis
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance on a simplified method for performing a Far-Field Blast Overpressure (FFBO) effects analysis as part of a flight safety analysis in accordance with 14 CFR § 450.137. |
Active | AST-1 | 2024-09-10 |
21.25-1 |
Issuance of Type Certificate: Restricted Category Agricultural Airplanes
Provides information and guidance for obtaining a type certificate in the restricted category under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 21, Section 21.25, for small single-engine piston and turbo-propeller driven airplanes, which will be used for agricultural special purpose operations. |
Active | ACE-111 | 1997-12-01 |
437.55-1 |
Hazard Analysis for the Launch or Reentry of a Reusable Suborbital Rocket Under an Experimental Permit
Provide guidance for applying a systematic and logical hazard analysis to the identification, analysis, and control of public safety hazards and risks associated with the launch and reentry of a reusable suborbital rocket under an experimental permit. |
Active | AST-1 | 2007-04-20 |
135.169-1 |
Small Propeller-Driven Air Taxi Airplanes that meet Sections 135.169 (formerly 135.144)
Provides a summary of and information on small propeller-driven air taxi airplanes that comply with section 135.169(b) and may continue operations under FAR 135 with ten or more passenger seats. |
Active | AIR-110 | 1979-09-24 |
25.773-1 |
Pilot Compartment View Design Considerations
Provides guidance for demonstrating compliance with the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes pertaining to pilot compartment view. |
Active | ANM-111 | 1993-01-08 |
25.963-1 |
Fuel Tank Access Covers
Sets forth a means of compliance with the provisions of Part 25 of the FAR dealing with the certification requirements for fuel tank access covers on turbine powered transport category airplanes. |
Active | ANM-112 | 1992-07-29 |
25.703-1 |
Takeoff Configuration Warning Systems
Provides guidance for the certification of takeoff configuration warning systems installed in transport category airplanes. |
Active | ANM-111 | 1993-03-17 |
25.613-1 |
Material Strength Properties and Material Design Values
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for demonstrating compliance with the airworthiness standards that specify the requirements for material strength properties and material design values. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2003-08-06 |
25.939-1 |
Evaluating Turbine Engine Operating Characteristics
Provides guidelines for the evaluation of turbine engine (turbojet, turboprop, and turboshaft) operating characteristics for subsonic transport category airplanes. |
Active | ANM-112 | 1986-03-19 |
25.1455-1 |
Waste Water/Potable Water Drain System Certification Testing
Sets forth a specific method of compliance with the requirements of section 25.1455 of the FAR pertaining to draining of fluids through drain masts when the fluids are subject to freezing. |
Active | ANM-112 | 1985-03-11 |
25.723-1 |
Shock Absorption Tests
This advisory circular (AC) sets forth an acceptable means, but not the only means, of demonstrating compliance with the provisions of part 25 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) related to the use of landing gear shock absorption tests and analyses to determine landing loads for transport category airplanes. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2001-05-25 |
25.1435-1 |
Hydraulic System Certification Tests and Analysis
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance material for use as an acceptable means, but not the only means, of demonstrating compliance with the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes that contain hydraulic system requirements. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2001-05-21 |
25.905-1 |
Minimizing the Hazards from Propeller Blade and Hub Failures
Describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of Section 25.905, “Propellers,” of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 25. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2000-09-27 |
25.1523-1 |
Minimum Flightcrew
Sets forth a method of compliance with the requirements of Section 25.1523 of the FAR, which contains the certification requirements for minimum flight crew on transport category airplanes. |
Active | ANM-111 | 1993-02-02 |
33.4-1 |
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
Provides guidance on acceptable methods, but not the only methods, of compliance with section 33.4 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations. |
Active | ANE-110 | 1999-08-27 |
33.28-1 |
Compliance Criteria for 14 CFR §33.28, Aircraft Engines, Electrical and Electronic Engine Control Systems
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, that may be used to demonstrate compliance with 14 CFR 33.28, Electrical and Electronic Engine Control Systems. |
Active | ANE-110 | 2001-06-29 |
36-1H |
Noise Levels for U.S. Certificated and Foreign Aircraft
Provides noise level data for airplanes certificated under FAR Part 36. Noise level data for foreign airplanes certificated to ICAO Annex 16 standards are also provided in a separate appendix for informational purposes. |
Active | AEE-100 | 2001-11-15 |
39-1A |
JIG Fixtures; Replacement of Wing Attach Angles and Doublers on Douglas DC-3 Series Aircraft, Airworthiness Directive 66-18-2
Describes methods of determining that jig fixtures used in the replacement of the subject attached angles and doublers meet the requirements of Airworthiness Directive 66-18-2. |
Active | AFS-340 | 1970-03-05 |
25.1360-1 |
Protection Against Injury
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for demonstrating compliance with the transport category airplane certification requirements of § 25.1360 Precautions against injury |
Active | ANM-100 | 2007-10-22 |
25.1362-1 |
Electrical Supplies for Emergency Conditions
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for demonstrating compliance with the transport category airplane certification requirements of § 25.1362, Electrical supplies for emergency conditions. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2007-10-22 |
25.1365-1 |
Electrical Appliances, Motors, and Transformers
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for demonstrating compliance with the transport category airplane certification requirements of § 25.1365 Electrical appliances, motors, and transformers. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2007-11-27 |
33.63-1 |
Turbine Engine Vibration
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, that may be used to demonstrate compliance with the vibration requirements of § 33.63 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 33). |
Active | ANE-110 | 2007-07-25 |
25.1701-1 |
Certification of Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems on Transport Category Airplanes
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance for certification of electrical wiring interconnection systems (EWIS) on transport category airplanes in accordance with 14 CFR part 25, subpart H, sections §§25.1701 through 25.1739 and sections H25.4 and H25.5 of Appendix H to part 25. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2007-12-04 |
27-1B |
Certification of Normal Category Rotorcraft (Changes 1 - 9 incorporated)
a.This revision makes needed changes to this Advisory Circular (AC). |
Active | AIR-600 | 2008-09-30 |
25.851-1 |
Built-in Fire Extinguishing/Suppression Systems in Class C and Class F Cargo Compartments
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance concerning compliance with the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes pertaining to Class C and Class F cargo compartments that incorporate built-in fire extinguishing/suppression systems. |
Active | ANM-112 | 2016-02-03 |
25.857-1 |
Class B and F Cargo Compartments
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance concerning compliance with the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes pertaining to Class B and Class F cargo compartments. |
Active | ANM-112 | 2016-02-03 |
25.975-1 |
Fuel Vent Fire Protection
This advisory circular (AC) provides information and guidance concerning compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements in Title 14, Code of Regulations (14 CFR) 25.975(a)(7) and related regulations for preventing fuel tank explosions caused by ignition of vapors outside the fuel tank vents. |
Active | ANM-112 | 2016-06-24 |
68-1A |
BasicMed
This advisory circular (AC) describes how pilots can exercise student, recreational, and private pilot privileges in certain small aircraft without holding a current medical certificate. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2017-05-03 |
23.2010-1 |
FAA Accepted Means of Compliance Process for 14 CFR Part 23
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance on how to submit a proposed means of compliance to Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 23 for acceptance by the Administrator in accordance with § 23.2010, Accepted means of compliance. |
Active | ACE-100 | 2017-03-27 |
141-1B |
Part 141 Pilot Schools, Application, Certification, and Compliance
This revision updates information found in AC 141-1A, Pilot School Certification, dated February 18, 1993, including additional information on compliance with part 141, and includes a chapter on Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements for part 141 pilot schools. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2017-09-12 |
450.108-1 |
Flight Abort Rule Development
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and a comprehensive method to demonstrate compliance with the requirements for the flight abort hazard control strategy in § 450.108, Flight Abort. |
Active | AST-1 | 2021-07-27 |
450.109-1 |
Flight Hazard Analysis
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for an operator to apply a systematic and logical hazard analysis to identify, analyze, and control public safety hazards and risks associated with flight, and phases of flight, for a launch or reentry vehicle (hereafter referred to as system) in accordance with § 450.109. |
Active | AST-1 | 2021-08-05 |
450.179-1 |
Ground Safety
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance and a comprehensive method for performing a ground safety analysis in accordance with title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) §§ 450.179, 450.181, 450.183, 450.185, and 450.189. |
Active | AST-1 | 2021-09-22 |
450.103-1 |
System Safety Program
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and an acceptable method, but not the only method, that may be used to define an acceptable system safety program (SSP) in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 450.103 System Safety Program. |
Active | AST-1 | 2021-09-07 |
450.123-1 |
Population Exposure Analysis
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance and methods for performing a population exposure analysis in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 450.123. |
Active | AST-1 | 2022-10-12 |
460.15-1 |
Human Factors Considerations in Commercial Human Space Flight
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and an acceptable method, but not the only method, that may be used to account for human factors when crew must perform safety critical roles in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 460.15. |
Active | AST-1 | 2024-08-12 |
25.353-1 |
Rudder Control Reversal Conditions
This AC describes acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 25.353, Rudder control reversal conditions, at amendment 25-147. |
Active | AIR-600 | 2022-11-28 |
25.901-1 |
Safety Assessment of Powerplant Installations
This AC describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of § 25.901(c), including guidance for conducting an SSA of the powerplant installation. |
Active | AIR-600 | 2024-08-30 |
437.73-1 |
Anomaly Reporting and Corrective Action for a Reusable Suborbital Rocket Operating Under an Experimental Permit
Provide guidance for reporting anomalie occurring in reusable suborbital rockets operating under an expermentalpermit issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) This AC also provide guidance for implementing an anomaly reporting and corrective action system for reusable suborbital rockets operating under FAA-issued experimental permit. |
Active | AST-1 | 2007-04-20 |
23.607-1 |
Self-Locking Nuts on Bolts Subject to Rotation
Provides information and guidance concerning compliance with Part 23 for self-locking nuts used on bolts subject to rotation in operation. |
Active | ACE-111 | 1984-08-24 |
25.807-1 |
Uniform Distribution of Exits
Provides guidance material for acceptable means, but not the only means, of demonstrating compliance with the requirements for distributing required passenger emergency exits uniformly. |
Active | ANM-114 | 1990-08-13 |
25.856-1 |
Thermal/Acoustic Insulation Flame Propagation Test Method Details
Guidance applies to airplanes required to conform with 25.856, and part VI of appendix F to Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 25. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2005-06-24 |
25.853-1 |
Flammability Requirements for Aircraft Seat Cushions
Provides guidance material for demonstrating compliance with the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) pertaining to flammability of aircraft seat cushions. |
Active | ANM-110 | 1986-09-17 |
25.491-1 |
Taxi, Takeoff and Landing Roll Design Loads
Sets forth acceptable methods of compliance with provisions of Part 25 of the FAR dealing with the certification requirements for taxi, takeoff, and landing roll design loads. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2000-10-20 |
23.562-1 |
Dynamic Testing of Part 23 Airplane Seat/Restraint Systems and Occupant Protection
Provides information and guidance regarding compliance with Part 23 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) applicable to dynamic testing of airplane seats. |
Active | ACE-111 | 1989-06-22 |
25.994-1 |
Design Considerations to Protect Fuel Systems during a Wheels-Up Landing
Presents guidelines and methods for complying with the requirements of section 25.994 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR). |
Active | ANM-110 | 1986-07-24 |
25.735-1 |
Brakes and Braking Systems Certification Tests and Analysis
Describes an acceptable means for obtaining FAA airworthiness approval concerning new or revised requirements for braking systems, and associated test conditions for braking systems, installed in transport category airplanes. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2002-04-10 |
25.1581-1 |
Airplane Flight Manual
Identifies the information that must be provided in Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) under the airworthiness regulations and provides guidance as to the form and content of the approved portion of an AFM. |
Active | ANM-110 | 1997-07-14 |
25.775-1 |
Windows and Windshields
Sets forth an acceptable means, but not the only means, of demonstrating compliance with the provisions of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 25 pertaining to the certification requirements for windshields, windows, and mounting structure. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2003-01-17 |
150/5020-1 |
Noise Control and Compatibility Planning for Airports
Provides general guidance for noise control and compatibility planning for airports as well as specific guidance for preparation of airport noise exposure maps and airport noise compatibility programs by airport operators for submission under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 150, and the Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979. |
Active | APP-400 | 1983-08-05 |
33.15-1 |
Manufacturing Process of Premium Quality Titanium Alloy Rotating Engine Components
Provides guidance for compliance with the provisions under Title 14 under the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 33 (14 CFR 33) pertaining to the materials suitability and durability requirements, 33.15, as applicable to the manufacture of titanium alloy high energy rotating parts of aircraft engines. |
Active | ANE-110 | 1998-09-22 |
33.14-1 |
Damage Tolerance for High Energy Turbine Engine Rotors - Including Change 1
This advisory circular describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of section 33.14 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations). |
Active | ANE-110 | 2001-01-08 |
33.78-1 |
Turbine Engine Power-Loss and Instability in Extreme Conditions of Rain and Hail
Provides guidance and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, that may be used to demonstrate compliance with the requirements contained under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), part 33, sections 33.78(a)(2) and 33.78(c). |
Active | ANE-110 | 2000-02-08 |
33.47-1 |
Detonation Testing in Reciprocating Aircraft Engines
Provides guidance material for acceptable means of demonstrating compliance with the requirements of FAR Part 33, relating to detonation testing for reciprocating aircraft engines. |
Active | ANE-110 | 1988-06-27 |
33.19-1 |
Guidance Material for 14 CFR §33.19, Durability, for Reciprocating Engine Redesigned Parts
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, that may be used to demonstrate the redesigned parts for reciprocating engines comply with the requirements of §33.19 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). |
Active | ANE-110 | 2004-09-27 |
35.4-1 |
Propeller Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
Provides guidance and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, for demonstrating compliance with 14 CFR §35.4, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. |
Active | ANE-110 | 2003-11-03 |
25.899-1 |
Electrical bonding and protection against static electricity
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for demonstrating compliance with the transport category airplane certification requirements of § 25.899 Electrical bonding and protection against static electricity |
Active | ANM-100 | 2007-10-22 |
33.83-1 |
Comparative Method to Show Equivalent Vibratory Stresses and High Cycle Fatigue Capability for Parts Manufacturer Approval of Turbine Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit Parts
This advisory circular (AC) describes a comparative test and analysis method that may be used for turbine engine or auxiliary power unit (APU) blades or vanes when produced under parts manufacturer approval (PMA). |
Active | ANE-111 | 2009-09-08 |
33.7-1 |
Ratings and Operating Limitations for Turbine Engines (Sections 33.7 and 33.8)
This advisory circular (AC) provides information and guidance on turbine engine compliance under part 33 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), specifically §§ 33.7, Engine ratings and operating limitations, and 33.8, Selection of engine power and thrust ratings. |
Active | ANE-111 | 2010-06-28 |
33.91-1 |
Engine System and Component Tests
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, that may be used to demonstrate compliance with the engine component and systems test requirements under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), part 33, specifically § 33.91, paragraphs (a) and (b). |
Active | ANE-111 | 2010-12-09 |
25.729-1 |
Transport Airplane Landing Gear Retracting Mechanism
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 25.729 regarding the landing gear retracting mechanism requirements. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2011-12-28 |
25.1322-1 |
Flightcrew Alerting
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance for showing compliance with certain requirements of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), part 25, for the design approval of flightcrew-alerting functions |
Active | ANM-100 | 2010-12-13 |
25.621-1 |
Casting Factors
This advisory circular describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of § 25.621, Casting factors, of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations part 25. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2014-10-06 |
25.1302-1 |
Installed Systems and Equipment for Use by the Flightcrew
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for the design and methods of compliance for installed equipment on transport airplanes intended for use by the flightcrew. |
Active | ANM-111 | 2013-05-03 |
25.415-1 |
Ground Gust Conditions
This advisory circular (AC) describes acceptable means for showing compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 25.415, Ground gust conditions. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2014-12-12 |
125-1A |
Operations of Large Airplanes Subject to 14 CFR Part 125
This advisory circular (AC) sets forth one means that would be acceptable to the Administrator to assist persons in complying with the requirements of Title 14 of theCode of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 125. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2016-09-15 |
133-1B |
Rotorcraft External-Load Operations
This advisory circular (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. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2017-05-31 |
137-1B |
Certification Process for Agricultural Aircraft Operators
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means, but not the only means, for an agricultural aircraft operator to apply for an Agricultural Aircraft Operator Certificate under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 137. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2017-08-21 |
35-1A |
Certification of Propellers
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and describes acceptable methods, but not the only methods, that may be used to demonstrate compliance with provisions of the requirements of part 35 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 35). |
Active | AIR-600 | 2018-10-11 |
99-1E |
Emergency Security Control of Air Traffic (ESCAT)
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides the general public with a common use document thatdescribes the Plan for Emergency Security Control of Air Traffic (ESCAT), and its purposefor use by civil aviation. |
Active | AJR-2 | 2018-08-08 |
450.3-1 |
Definition of Launch and Scope of a Vehicle Operator License
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance on the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) definition of “launch” in § 401.7, and the determination of the beginning of a launch at a United States (U.S.) launch site, per § 450.3(b)(1) and (d). Specifically, this document clarifies and provides guidance on what constitutes an activity involved in the preparation of a launch vehicle or payload for launch (§ 401.7), and when hazardous pre-flight operations commence at a U.S. launch site that may pose a threat to the public (§ 450.3(b)(1)). |
Active | AST-1 | 2022-09-29 |
450.110-1 |
Physical Containment as a Hazard Control Strategy
Physical containment may be used as a hazard control strategy for launch and reentry in accordance with § 450.107(a). AC 450.107-1 Hazard Control Strategies describes how a functional hazard analysis is used to determine if physical containment is an acceptable hazard control strategy for a phase of flight. |
Active | AST-1 | 2022-09-27 |
450.31-1 |
Applying for FAA Determination on Policy or Payload Reviews
This AC provides guidance on demonstrating compliance with the requirements for policy and payload reviews in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 450.31. |
Active | AST-1 | 2023-08-10 |
450.167-1 |
Tracking for Launch and Reentry Safety Analysis
This AC provides guidance and an acceptable means of complying with the requirement to track the flight of a launch or reentry vehicle under 14 CFR § 450.167 using onboard hardware, launch site services, or other means. |
Active | AST-1 | 2022-09-29 |
119-1A |
Operational Authorization of Aircraft Network Security Program
This AC describes an acceptable means, but not the only means, of obtaining operational authorization for an aircraft certificated with a special condition (SC) related to the security of the onboard computer network. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2023-09-28 |
450.45-1 |
Launch and Reentry of Space Nuclear Systems
The purpose of this AC is to guide applicants through the launch and reentry licensing process when SNS are present on a launch or reentry vehicle. |
Active | AST-1 | 2023-10-20 |
25.671-1 |
Control Systems—General
This AC provides an acceptable means, but not the only means, of showing compliance with the control system requirements of 14 CFR 25.671, Control Systems—General. |
Active | AIR-600 | 2024-08-30 |
25.954-1 |
Transport Airplane Fuel System Lightning Protection
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for showing compliance with the airworthiness regulations for transport category airplanes regarding lightning protection of fuel tanks and systems. |
Active | AIR-600 | 2018-09-24 |
450.117-1 |
Trajectory Analysis for Normal Flight
As such, the requirements of § 450.115 a re applicable to the trajectory analysis developed under § 450.1 17. |
Active | AST-1 | 2021-08-19 |
450.173-1 |
Part 450 Mishap Plan – Reporting, Response, and Investigation Requirements
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance and an acceptable method, but not the only method, for developing a mishap plan under title 14 CFR § 450.173. |
Active | AST-1 | 2021-08-12 |
450.139-1 |
Toxic Hazards
This current version of this AC discusses only how to identify whether there are toxic materials which is sufficient for demonstrating non-applicability with §§ 450.139 and 450.187 or using a Federal entity to perform a TRHA. A future version will include additional information on performing a TRHA. |
Active | AST-1 | 2024-07-08 |
440.17-1 |
Reciprocal Waiver of Claims Requirements
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for an operator to comply with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 440.17 Reciprocal waiver of claims requirements by providing templates for reciprocal waiver of claims agreements that are in a form acceptable to the Administrator. |
Active | AST-1 | 2024-09-13 |
34-1C |
Fuel Venting and Exhaust Emission Requirements for Turbine Engine Powered Airplanes
This advisory circular (AC) contains information and provides guidance on the implementation of the fuel venting and exhaust emissions requirements for turbine engine powered airplanes that are required by Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 34. |
Active | AEE-300 | 2024-05-09 |
25.785-1B |
Flight Attendant Seat and Torso Restraint System Installations
This advisory circular CAe) provides information and guidance regarding an acceptable means, but not the only means, of compliance with th~ portions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 25.785 and 14 CFR 121.311, which deal with flight attendant seats. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2010-05-11 |
33.76-1B |
Bird Ingestion Certification Standards
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means for demonstrating compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 33.76, Bird Ingestion. |
Active | AIR-624 | 2023-04-03 |
450.141-1A |
Computing System Safety
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance for identifying computing system safety items, developing safety requirements for each computing system safety item, and mitigating the risks presented by computing system safety items, in accordance with 14 CFR § 450.141. |
Active | AST-1 | 2021-08-16 |
25.1309-1B |
System Design and Analysis
This AC describes acceptable means, but not the only means, for showing compliance with 14 CFR 25.1309, Equipment, systems, and installations. |
Active | AIR-600 | 2024-08-30 |
450.101-1B |
High Consequence Event Protection
This Advisory Circular (AC) describes a method to demonstrate compliance with the high consequence event protection requirements of title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 450.101(c) and the requirements to evaluate the potential for high consequence events in uncontrolled areas in accordance with §§ 450.108(b) and 450.108(c)(4). |
Active | AST-1 | 2024-05-03 |
21.17-1A |
Type Certification-Airships
Describes two acceptable criteria for the type certification of airships that may be used by an applicant in showing compliance with section 21.17(b) of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR),Part 21. |
Active | ACE-100 | 1992-09-25 |
25.335-1A |
Design Dive Speed
Sets forth an acceptable means , but not the only means, of demonstrating compliance with the provisions of part 25 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) related to the minimum speed margin between design cruise speed and design dive speed for transport category airplanes. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2000-09-29 |
25.783-1A |
Fuselage Doors and Hatches
Sets forth acceptable means of compliance with the provisions of Part 25 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) dealing with the certification requirements of fuselage doors. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2005-04-25 |
25.812-1A |
Floor Proximity Emergency Escape Path Marking
Provides guidance material for use in demonstrating compliance with the provisions of Part 25 of the FAR requiring floor proximity emergency escape path markings. |
Active | ANM-114 | 1989-05-22 |
25.795-1A |
FlightDeck Intrusion Resistance
This advisory circular (AC) sets forth an acceptable means, but not the only means, of demonstrating compliance with the provisions of the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes related to the airplane design for flightdeck (also referred to as the pilot compartment or cockpit) intrusion resistance. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2008-10-24 |
25.1353-1A | Electrical equipment and installations | Active | ANM-100 | 2007-10-22 |
33.75-1A |
Guidance Material For 14 CFR 33.75, Safety Analysis (With Change 1)
The information provided in this AC replaces the guidance in AC 33.75-1, issued on March 4, 2005. |
Active | ANE-111 | 2007-09-26 |
35.37-1B |
Propeller Fatigue Limits and Evaluation
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and describes methods, but not the only methods, for demonstrating compliance with § 35.37, Propeller fatigue limits and evaluation, of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). |
Active | ANE-111 | 2011-03-24 |
25.571-1D |
Damage Tolerance and Fatigue Evaluation of Structure
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidanc~ for compliance with the provisions of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 25, pertaining to the requirements for damage-tolerance and fatigue evaluation oftransport category aircraft structurce, including evaluation of widespread fatigue dam1">1">, age (VlFD) and establishing a limit of validity of the engineering data that supports the structural-maintenance program (hereafter referred to as the LOV). |
Active | ANM-115 | 2011-01-13 |
33.27-1A |
Engine and Turbosupercharger Rotor Overspeed Requirements of 14 CFR § 33.27.
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, for demonstrating compliance with the rotor strength (overspeed) requirements of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 33.27. |
Active | ANE-111 | 2011-07-18 |
23.1311-1C |
Installation of Electronic Display in Part 23 Airplanes
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for showing compliance with certain requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), part 23, as well as general guidance for the design, installation, integration, and approval of electronic flight deck displays, components, and systems installed in part 23 category airplanes. |
Active | ACE-100 | 2011-11-17 |
33.87-1A |
Engine Overtorque Test, Calibration Test, Endurance Test, and Teardown Inspection for Turbine Engine Certification (§§ 33.84, 33.85, 33.87, 33.93)
a. This advisory circular (AC) provides a method of compliance for the test requirements of Title 14, of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 33.84 (engine overtorque test) when the applicant chooses to run that test as part of the endurance test of § 33.87. |
Active | ANE-111 | 2015-03-09 |
33.90-1A |
Initial Maintenance Inspection (IMI), 14 CFR 33.90, Test for Turbine Engines
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance to demonstrate compliance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 33.90, Initial Inspection Test. |
Active | ANE-111 | 2016-04-13 |
150/5340-1M |
Standards for Airport Markings
This AC contains the FAA standards for markings used on airport runways, taxiways, and aprons. Consolidated to include Change 1, dated December 23, 2020. |
Active | AAS-100 | 2019-05-10 |
150/5395-1B |
Seaplane Bases
This AC provides guidance to assist operators in planning, designing, and constructing seaplane bases and associated facilities. |
Active | AAS-100 | 2018-08-31 |
23.1521-1B |
Type Certification of Automobile Gasoline in Part 23 Airplanes with Reciprocating Engines
Sets forth acceptable means of compliance with Part 23 of the Federal Air Regulations (FAR), for approval/certification to use automobile gasoline with or without oxygenates (alcohol, ethers, etc.) in Part 23 airplanes. |
Active | ACE-111 | 1995-03-02 |
23.629-1B |
Means of Compliance with Title 14 CFR, Part 23, § 23.629, Flutter
Presents information and guidance to provide one means, but not the only means, of complying with Section 23.629, Flutter (including flutter, airfoil divergence, and control reversal) of Part 23 of the Federal Aviation Regulations. |
Active | ACE-100 | 2004-09-28 |
25.562-1B |
Dynamic Evaluation of Seat Restraint Systems and Occupant Protection on Transport Airplanes / with Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides information and guidance regarding acceptable means of compliance with the requirements of 14 CFR part 25 applicable to dynamic testing of seats. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2006-01-10 |
121.195-1A |
Operational Landing Distances for Wet Runways; Transport Category Airplanes
This advisory circular {AC) sets forth an acceptable means, but not the only means, of showing compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) § 121.195 (d) pertaining to operational landing distances on wet runways. |
Active | AFS-200 | 1990-06-19 |
25.1529-1A |
Instructions for Continued airworthiness of Structural Repairs on Transport Airplanes
Provides instructions to ensure continued airworthiness of structural repairs on transport category airplanes. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2007-11-20 |
25.1357-1A | Circuit protective devices | Active | ANM-100 | 2007-10-22 |
25.869-1A |
Fire Protection: Systems
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for demonstrating compliance with the transport category airplane certification requirements of § 25.863 Flammable fluid fire protection (as applicable to electrical system components) and § 25.869 Fire protection: systems. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2007-10-22 |
43.13-1B |
Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Inspection and Repair [Large AC. This includes Change 1.]
This advisory circular (AC) contains methods, techniques, and practices acceptable to the Administrator for the inspection and repair of nonpressurized areas of civil aircraft, only when there are no manufacturer repair or maintenance instructions. |
Active | AFS-300 | 1998-09-08 |
23.1309-1E |
System Safety Analysis and Assessment for Part 23 Airplanes
This advisory circular (AC) sets forth an acceptable means of showing compliance with Title 14 of the Code .of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), § 23.1309, through Amendment 23-6.2: for equipment, systems, and installations in 14 CFR part 23 airplanes. |
Active | ACE-100 | 2011-11-17 |
25.803-1A |
Emergency Evacuation Demonstrations
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance on means, but not the only means, of compliance with Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 25 concerning: (1) conduct of full?scale emergency evacuation demonstrations, and (2) use of analysis and tests in lieu of conducting an actual demonstration. |
Active | ANM-115 | 2012-03-12 |
25.1329-1C |
Approval of Flight Guidance Systems, Including Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means for showing compliance with certain requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 25.1329, Flight guidance systems. |
Active | ANM-110 | 2014-10-27 |
21.101-1B |
Establishing the Certification Basis of Changed Aeronautical Products
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for the application ofthe "Changed Product Rule (CPR)," pursuant to Title 14 ofthe Code ofFederal Regulations (14 CFR) 21.101, Designation ofapplicable regulations, and 21.19, Changes requiring a new type certificate, for changes made to type certificated aeronautical products. |
Active | AIR-100 | 2016-03-11 |
25.981-1D |
Fuel Tank Ignition Source Prevention Guidelines
This AC provides guidance for showing compliance with § 25.981, which provides the certification requirements for the prevention of ignition sources, other than lightning, within the fuel tanks of transport category airplanes. (AC 25.954-1 addresses ignition sources due to lightning.) This AC includes guidance for prevention of failure conditions created from ignition sources other than lightning. |
Active | AIR-600 | 2018-09-24 |
91.21-1D |
Use of Portable Electronic Devices Aboard Aircraft
This AC provides aircraft owners, operators (i.e., certificate holders), and the flying public with information and guidance to comply with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 91, §91.21. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2017-10-27 |
43.9-1G |
Instructions for Completion of FAA Form 337
This AC provides instructions for completing Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Form 337, Major Repair and Alteration (Airframe, Powerplant, Propeller, or Appliance). |
Active | AFS-300 | 2019-11-01 |
25.629-1C |
Aeroelastic Stability Substantiation of Transport Category Airplanes
This AC provides guidance for acceptable means, but not the only means, of demonstrating compliance with 14 CFR 25.629, and other provisions of part 25 intended to preclude the aeroelastic instabilities of flutter, divergence, and control reversal. |
Active | AIR-600 | 2024-08-30 |
70/7460-1M |
Obstruction Marking and Lighting
This Advisory Circular (AC) describes the Federal Aviation Administration’s standards for marking and lighting structures to promote aviation safety. |
Active | AJV-P | 2020-11-16 |
450.115-1B |
High Fidelity Flight Safety Analysis
This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidance and a comprehensive method for performing a high fidelity flight safety analysis in accordance with title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 450.115. AST drafted AC 450-113-1, Level of Fidelity, to help an operator determine the level of fidelity of the analysis required by §450.115(b). |
Active | AST-1 | 2024-08-02 |
33.17-1B |
Engine Fire Protection § 33.17
This advisory circular (AC) provides definitions, guidance, and acceptable methods, but not the only methods, to demonstrate compliance with the engine fire protection requirements of title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR 33.17). |
Active | AIR-625 | 2025-05-20 |
150/5300-13B |
Airport Design - Change 1
AC 150/5300-13B cancelled the following Engineering Briefs (EBs):
Change 1 cancels the following Engineering Briefs (EBs):
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Active | AAS-100 | 2024-08-16 |
33.74/92-1B |
Turbine Engine Continued Rotation and Rotor Locking
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance to demonstrate compliance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), Section 33.74, Continued Rotation and Section 33.92, Rotor Locking Tests. |
Active | ANE-111 | 2016-06-23 |
120-54A |
Advanced Qualification Program - (Change 1)
This advisory circular (AC) provides the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidance for approval of an Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) under AQP regulatory guidance. |
Active | AFS-280 | 2006-06-23 |
90-99 | High Altitude Airspace Redesign Phase 1 | Active | ATA-301 | 2003-09-22 |
43-213A |
Parts Marking Identification - Including Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides information and guidance on developing procedures for part marking and part re-marking when performing maintenance, alteration, and fabrication, including the fabrication of owner- or operator-produced parts. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2013-05-14 |
135-10C |
Approved Aircraft Inspection Program including Change 1
This AC provides information and guidance for a Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 135, § 135.419, Approved Aircraft Inspection Program (AAIP). |
Active | AFS-300 | 2023-05-23 |
145-10 |
Repair Station Training Program w/ Change 1
Provides information on developing the repair station employee training program required under 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 145, section 145, 163, categories of training, training program components, and sample training programs. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2005-07-08 |
145-5 |
Repair Station Internal Evaluation Programs - with Change 1
Provides information and guidance material that may be used by repair station certificate holders, operating under FAR Part 145, to design and implement an Internal Evaluation Program. |
Active | AFS-350 | 1995-09-27 |
120-101 |
Part 121 Air Carrier Operational Control - Change 1
This AC provides an accepted means, but not the only means for operators to comply with air carrier operational control regulations in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 121, §§ 121.531 through 121.537, and guidance in Flight Standards Information Management System (FSIMS), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Order 8900.1, Volume 3, Chapter 25, Operational Control for Air Carriers. If you use the means described in this AC, you must follow the guidance in all important respects. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2010-06-28 |
120-109A |
Stall Prevention and Recovery Training with Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for training, testing, and checking pilots to ensure correct responses to impending and full stalls. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2015-11-24 |
23-15A |
Small Airplane Certification Compliance Program with Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides a compilation of historically acceptable means of compliance to specifically selected sections of 14 CFR part 23 that have become burdensome for small, simple, low performance airplanes (see Applicability section below) to show compliance. |
Active | ACE-100 | 2003-12-30 |
00-56B |
Voluntary Industry Distributor Accreditation Program with Change 1
This AC describes a system for accrediting civil aircraft parts distributors based on voluntary industry oversight. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2015-05-27 |
20-122A |
Anti-misfueling Devices: Their Availability and Use - Change 1
Includes information relating to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standard dimensions for fueling ports now being incorporated during new aircraft production by all General Aviation Manufacturer’s Association member companies. |
Active | AFS-340 | 1991-01-29 |
43-11 |
Reciprocating Engine Overhaul Terminology and Standards - Including Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) discusses engine overhaul terminology and standards used in the aviation industry. |
Active | AFS-340 | 1976-04-07 |
65-30B |
Overview of the Aviation Maintenance Profession with Change 1
This AC was prepared by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Flight Standards Service (FS) to provide information to prospective Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanics and other aviation maintenance professionals interested in a career in aviation maintenance. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2023-05-23 |
61-138A |
Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program including Change 1
This AC provides information and courseware guidelines to authorized providers to aid in the development of a training program which meets the requirements of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 61, § 61.156. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2023-06-21 |
65-34A |
FAA-Approved Aircraft Dispatcher Certification Courses including Change 1
This AC provides standards and guidelines for obtaining approval of and for operating Aircraft Dispatcher Certification Courses, which are approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 65 subpart C. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2022-02-03 |
20-97B |
Aircraft Tire Maintenance and Operational Practices with Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides recommended tire care and maintenance practices needed to assure the safety of support personnel and the continued airworthiness of aircraft. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2005-04-18 |
29-2C |
Certification of Transport Category Rotorcraft (Changes 1 - 9 incorporated)
a. This revision makes needed changes to this Advisory Circular (AC). |
Active | AIR-600 | 2008-09-30 |
61-67C |
Stall and Spin Awareness Training with Change 1 & 2
This advisory circular (AC) explains the stall and spin awareness training required under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 61 and offers guidance to flight instructors who provide that training. |
Active | AFS-840 | 2000-09-25 |
120-113 |
Best Practices for Engine Time In Service Interval Extensions - Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides information on engine time in service interval extensions. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2016-01-06 |
91-59A |
Inspection and Care of General Aviation Aircraft Exhaust Systems - Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) emphasizes the safety hazards of poorly maintained aircraft exhaust systems (reciprocating powerplants) and highlights points at which exhaust system failures occur. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2007-07-23 |
135-43 |
Part 135 Second in Command Professional Development Program with Change 1
This AC provides information and guidelines to Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 135 air carriers/operators to aid in the development of a Second in Command Professional Development Program (SIC PDP) which meets the requirements of part 135, § 135.99(c). |
Active | AFS-200 | 2018-06-28 |
136-2 |
Recommended Aircraft Maintenance Practices for Commercial Air Tour Operators - Change 1 Included
This AC describes maintenance practices that we, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), recommend for aircraft that you, a commercial air tour operator, use to perform commercial air tours. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2014-01-22 |
150/5220-16E |
Automated Weather Observing Systems (AWOS) for Non-Federal Applications - with Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) contains the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) standard for the non-Federal AWOS. |
Active | AJW-144 | 2017-03-10 |
91-44A |
Operational and Maintenance Practices for Emergency Locator Transmitters and Receivers - Change 1
Combines and updates material in several Advisory Circulars on the subject of emergency locator transmitters (ELT) receivers for airborne service. |
Active | AFS-300 | 1980-12-12 |
43-206 |
Inspection, Prevention, Control, and Repair of Corrosion on Avionics Equipment Including Change 1
AC contains acceptable methods, techniques, and practices for inspection, prevention, control and repair of corrosion on avionic systems and equipment. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2001-05-30 |
33-6 |
Weld Repair of Aluminum Crankcases and Cylinders of Piston Engines - Including Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 33, Airworthiness Standards: Aircraft Engines. |
Active | ANE-110 | 1994-12-20 |
20-141B |
Airworthiness and Operational Approval of Digital Flight Data Recorder Systems with Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) contains changes to Appendix 3. This AC provides information on certification (design and installation) and continued airworthiness of digital flight data recorder systems (DFDRS). |
Active | AIR-626 | 2010-08-17 |
120-53B |
Guidance for Conducting and Use of Flight Standardization Board Evaluations - With Change 1
This AC is intended to enhance safety by: (1) Providing a standard method of assessing applicant programs. (2) Directly relating pilot training and qualification requirements to fleet characteristics, operating concepts, and pilot assignments. |
Active | AFS-100 | 2013-11-05 |
150/5300-17C |
Standards for Using Remote Sensing Technologies in Airport Surveys (Consolidated to Include Change 1)
Provides guidance on the use of remote sensing technologies in the collection of data describing the physical infrastructure of an airport. |
Active | AAS-100 | 2011-09-30 |
90-108 |
Use of suitable Area navigation (RNAV) system on Conventional Routes and Procedures - Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides operational and airworthiness guidance regrading the suitablity and use of RNAV systems while operating on or transitioning to, conventional i.e. non-RNAV, routes and procedures within the United States (US) National Airspace System (NAS). |
Active | AFS-400 | 2011-03-03 |
23-21 |
Airworthiness Compliance Checklists Used to Substantiate Major Alterations for Small Airplanes with Change 1
This change revises existing material in four paragraphs. First, it adds a reference to FAA Order 8300.10. |
Active | ACE-100 | 2004-09-30 |
90-101A |
Approval Guidance for Required Navigation Performance (RNP) Procedures with Authorization Required (AR) Including Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides airworthiness and operational approval guidance material for aircraft operators conducting Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 97 Area Navigation (RNAV) Required Navigation Performance (RNP) instrument approach procedures (IAP) with Authorization Required (AR), charted as "RNAV (RNP) RWY XX. |
Active | AFS-400 | 2011-02-23 |
20-135 |
Powerplant Installation and Propulsion System Component Fire Protection Test Methods, Standards and Criteria with change 1
Provides guidance for use in demonstrating compliance with the powerplant fire protection requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR). |
Active | AIR-600 | 1990-02-06 |
120-97A |
Incorporation of Fuel Tank System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness into Operator Maintenance or Inspection Programs (Including Change 1)
On May 7, 2001, the Transport Airplane Fuel Tank System Design Review, Flammability Reduction and Maintenance and Inspection Requirements final rule was published in the Federal Register (FR). |
Active | AFS-300 | 2012-05-25 |
120-98A |
Operator Information for Incorporating Fuel Tank Flammability Reduction Requirements into a Maintenance or Inspection Program (Including Change 1)
This advisory circular (AC) provides information and describes an acceptable means of compliance (AMC) with the Reduction of Fuel Tank Flammability in Transport Category Airplanes, final rule. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2012-06-22 |
33.4-3 |
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Aircraft Engine High Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF) and Lightning Protection Features - Including Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) change updates the references provided in the original document. The AC change number and the date of the change are shown at the top of each applicable page. |
Active | ANE-111 | 2005-09-16 |
90-80C |
Approval of Offshore Standard Approach Procedures, Airborne Radar Approaches, and Helicopter En Route Descent Areas with Change 1
This AC provides criteria and describes acceptable methods for obtaining approval to use Offshore Standard Approach Procedures (OSAP), Airborne Radar Approaches (ARA), and Helicopter En Route Descent Areas (HEDA) to descend in uncontrolled airspace to an altitude where the pilot can proceed to land using visual references to the surface. |
Active | AFS-400 | 2017-12-21 |
43-210A |
Standardized Procedures for Obtaining Approval of Data Used in the Performance of Major Repairs and Major Alterations - Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) describes a standardized procedure for requesting approval of technical data associated with major repairs/major alterations. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2016-08-17 |
20-33B |
Technical Information Regarding Civil Aeronautics Manuals 1, 3, 4a, 4b, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, and 14
Advises the public that policy information contained in the subject Civil Aeronautics Manuals may be used in conjunction with specific sections of the Federal Aviation Regulations. |
Active | AIR-100 | 1975-05-01 |
61-107B |
Aircraft Operations at Altitudes Above 25,000 Feet Mean Sea Level or Mach Numbers Greater Than .75/ with Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) alerts pilots transitioning from aircraft with less performance capability to complex, high-performance aircraft that are capable of operating at high altitudes and high airspeeds. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2013-03-29 |
20-151C |
Airworthiness Approval of Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS II), Versions 7.0 & 7.1 and Associated Mode S Transponders
We wrote this advisory circular (AC) to guide applicants seeking airworthiness approval for TCAS II version 7.1 (V7.1) certified to technical standard order (TSO) C119c, TSO-C119d or TSO-C119e, Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) Airborne Equipment, TCAS II with Hybrid Surveillance. |
Active | AIR-100 | 2017-07-21 |
61-143 |
Conversion Process for Pilot Certificates in Accordance with the Technical Implementation Procedures - Licensing as Part of the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement Between the FAA and EASA including Change 1
This AC describes the procedures for converting a European Union Part-Flight Crew Licensing (EU Part-FCL) pilot license to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificate. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2021-06-22 |
61-135A |
Conversion Process for Pilot Certificates in Accordance with the Implementation Procedures for Licensing as part of the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement Between the Federal Aviation Administration and Transport Canada Civil Aviation Authority for Pilot Licensing including Change 1
This advisory circular (AC) provides the procedure and eligibility requirements for a Transport Canada Civil Aviation Authority (TCCA) pilot license holder converting to an Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificate and an outline of the procedures and eligiblity requirments for an FAA pilot certificate holder converting to a TCCA pilot license. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2015-05-15 |
21.303-4 |
Application for Parts Manufacturer Approval Via Tests and Computations or Identicality
This AC does not apply to the articles that are listed in 14 CFR 21.9(a)(1) through (6). b. This AC refers to parts and components as articles per 14 CFR 21.1. |
Active | AIR-110 | 2014-03-21 |
150/5070-7 |
The Airport System Planning Process
Consolidated file includes Change 1 (dated 1/16/2015). |
Active | APP-400 | 2004-11-10 |
20-29C |
Approval and Use of Fuel System Icing Inhibitors (FSII)
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable method to demonstrate compliance with Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) §§ 23.2620(a)(1), 25.1583(b)(1), 27.1583(b)(1), 29.1583(b)(1), 33.7(b)(2), and 33.7(c)(2) regarding the requirements for the approval and use of Fuel System Icing Inhibitors (FSII) in engines and aircraft. |
Active | AIR-625 | 2024-03-27 |
20-128A |
Design Considerations for Minimizing Hazards caused by Uncontained Turbine Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit Rotor Failure
Sets forth a method of compliance with the requirements of Sections 23.903(b)(1), 25.901(d) and 25.903(d)(1) of the FAR pertaining to design precautions taken to minimize the hazards to an airplane in the event of uncontained engine or auxiliary power unit rotor (compressor and turbine) failure and engine fan blade failures. |
Active | ANM-114 | 1997-03-25 |
150/5070-6B |
Airport Master Plans
Consolidated file contains Changes 1 and 2. |
Active | APP-400 | 2005-07-29 |
150/5200-30D |
Airport Field Condition Assessments and Winter Operations Safety
Consolidated version includes Changes 1 and 2. For implementation purposes, all certificated airports must submit revised Snow and Ice Control Plans to the FAA no later than September 1, 2016, for approval. |
Active | AAS-300 | 2020-10-29 |
150/5370-12B |
Quality Management for Federally Funded Airport Construction Projects
In addition to the previous version, this AC cancels:
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Active | AAS-100 | 2015-09-14 |
21-37 |
Primary Category Aircraft
Provides guidance for complying with Part 21 of Subchapter C, Chapter 1, Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), which contains the certification procedures for products and parts. |
Active | AIR-110 | 1994-06-14 |
120-16G |
Air Carrier Maintenance Programs
When we use the term “person,” it has the same meaning as that in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 1, § 1.1. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2016-01-04 |
150/5060-5 |
Airport Capacity And Delay
Consolidated file contains Changes 1 and 2. Note: Portions of this AC are under review for update. |
Active | APP-400 | 1983-09-23 |
120-79A |
Developing and Implementing an Air Carrier Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System
This AC also applies to each person employed or used by you as a part 119 certificate holder for any maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration of your aircraft. Title 14 CFR part 1, § 1.1 defines “person” as “an individual, firm, partnership, corporation, company, association, joint-stock association, or governmental entity. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2010-09-07 |
150/5210-22 |
Airport Certification Manual (ACM)
Provides methods for meeting the certification requirements specified in Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 139, Certification of Airports. This AC cancels AC 139/201-1, Airport Certification Manual (ACM) and Airport Certification Specifications (ACS). |
Active | AAS-300 | 2004-04-26 |
21-9B |
Manufacturers Reporting Failures, Malfunctions, or Defects
This AC describes an acceptable means, but not the only means, to comply with the requirements to assist manufacturers of aeronautical products and articles in 1f1f1f">reporting to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) any defect in any product or article they manufacture. |
Active | AIR-200 | 2010-08-12 |
65-24 |
Certification of a Repairman (General)
This advisory circular (AC) provides information and guidance to the aviation p.1blic on the procedures for certification of a repairman. It also introduces a new ooncept for certification, wherein formal training may be substituted for experience |
Active | AFS-350 | 1983-02-01 |
90-50D |
Requirements for 760-Channel VHF Radio for Aeronautical Operations
The 136.000 to 136.975 MHz band became available for aeronautical use on January 1, 1990. |
Active | ASR-520 | 1992-04-09 |
90-66C |
Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations
This AC is related to Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 1, § 1.1 (traffic pattern), and part 91, § 91.13 (Careless or Reckless Operation), § 91.113 (Right-of-Way Rules: Except Water Operations), and § 91.126 (Operating On or In the Vicinity of an Airport in Class G Airspace). |
Active | AFS-800 | 2023-06-06 |
61-139 |
Institution of Higher Education’s Application for Authority to Certify its Graduates for an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with Reduced Aeronautical Experience
The total flight time requirements for a restricted privileges ATP Certificate based on a degree with an aviation major are:
• 1,250 hours for a graduate who holds an associate’s degree with an aviation major and meets the remaining requirements of § 61.160(c); and • 1,250 hours for a graduate who holds a bachelor’s |
Active | AFS-800 | 2013-07-12 |
150/5360-14A |
Access to Airports by Individuals with Disabilities
This AC assist airports in complying with the laws and regulations regarding individuals with disabilities by: (1) identifying the relevant statutes and regulations affecting airports; (2) presenting the main features of each of the statutes and regulations; and (3) listing sources of assistance or additional information. |
Active | AAS-100 | 2017-12-06 |
136-4 |
Supplemental Information for the Creation of Operating Procedures and Pilot Training Subjects Related to OpSpec/LOA B048
The authorization is not intended to be used in flight planning as it does not authorize a CH or operator to conduct a commercial air tour operation when observed or forecast weather conditions would not permit the operation to remain in VMC at altitudes above 1,500 feet above the surface for the duration of the planned flight. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2024-11-12 |
150/5100-17 |
Land Acquisition and Relocation Assistance for Airport Improvement Program Assisted Projects (Consolidated through Change 7)
Consolidated AC includes Changes 1-7. |
Active | APP-400 | 2017-07-10 |
150/5190-6 |
Exclusive Rights at Federally-Obligated Airports
This AC cancels AC 150/5190-5 (Change 1), Exclusive Rights and Minimum Standards for Commercial Aeronautical Activities, dated June 10, 2002. |
Active | ACO-100 | 2007-01-04 |
150/5320-5D |
Airport Drainage Design
It incorporates the DOD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) draft document, Surface Drainage Design, dated August 1, 2006. This revision adds guidance that was not included in the original DOD document. |
Active | AAS-100 | 2013-08-15 |
36-4D |
Noise Standards: Aircraft Type and Airworthiness Certification
This advisory circular (AC) is intended to promote uniformity of implementation of part 36 of the noise certification requirements of the United States Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 14. It provides (1) guidance to certificating authorities and applicants regarding the intended meaning and stringency of the Standards in part 36 as amended through October 4, 2017 (Amendment 36-31), and (2) the specific procedures that are deemed acceptable in demonstrating compliance with those Standards. |
Active | AEE-100 | 2017-10-12 |
120-72A |
Maintenance Human Factors Training
1.Provides descriptions of references and training materials to ensure that thereader can assemble a Maintenance Human Factors (MxHF) training programmatched to the applicable needs of their specific organization. 2.Provides many sources of current information to develop, implement,reinforce, and assess MxHF training materials. 3.Streamlines MxHF training development at the local level. 4.Is not mandatory, like any AC, and does not constitute a regulation |
Active | AFS-300 | 2017-04-11 |
91-85B |
Authorization of Aircraft and Operators for Flight in Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) Airspace
RVSM airspace is any airspace or route between flight level (FL) 290 and FL 410 inclusive where aircraft are separated vertically by 1,000 feet. |
Active | AFS-400 | 2019-01-29 |
120-74B |
Parts 91, 121, 125, and 135 Flightcrew Procedures During Taxi Operations
Operators may integrate the information contained in Appendices 1 and 2 into their fleet-specific, route-specific, and equipment-specific operations and checklists. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2012-07-30 |
150/5210-17C |
Programs for Training of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Personnel
This AC provides information on courses and reference materials for training of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) personnel. This revision replaces Appendix 1 with an Addendum of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Training Facilities, which the FAA will update on a quarterly basis. |
Active | AAS-300 | 2015-06-12 |
91-63D |
Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) and Flight Limitations
This advisory circular (AC): (1) explains and defines the different flight limitations and Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs); (2) describes conditions under which the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) may establish a flight limitation or TFR area; (3) explains which FAA offices are authorized to issue flight limitations or TFRs; (4) lists the agencies/offices from which the FAA will accept requests to establish a flight limitation or TFR area; and (5) provides an appendix for each type of flight limitation or restriction. |
Active | AJV-1 | 2015-12-09 |
120-84 |
Aging Aircraft Inspections and Records Reviews
Change 1 dated 01/15/2009 |
Active | AFS-309 | 2004-10-22 |
150/5370-2G |
Operational Safety on Airports During Construction
This AC sets forth guidelines for operational safety on airports during construction. |
Active | AAS-100 | 2017-12-13 |
00-61 |
Event Planning Guide
This AC does not include events that require FAA Form, 7711-1, Application for Certificate of Waiver or Authorization. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2000-07-24 |
65-32A |
Certification of Repairmen (Light-Sport Aircraft)
The rule became effective September 1,2004. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2013-02-08 |
61-145 |
Flight Instructor Enhanced Qualification Training Program (FIEQTP)
This AC also contains guidance that is pertinent to 14 CFR parts 1, 60, 61, 141, and 142. The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way, and the document is intended only to provide information to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies. |
Active | AFS-800 | 2024-10-30 |
120-115 |
Maintainer Fatigue Risk Management
This advisory circular (AC): 1. Describes the basic concepts of human fatigue and how it relates to safety for aviation maintenance organizations and individual maintainers. |
Active | AFS-300 | 2016-12-02 |
20-140C |
Guidelines for Design Approval of Aircraft Data Link Communication Systems Supporting Air Traffic Services (ATS)
Appendix B of this AC contains a list of applicable acronyms. 1.2 This AC describes an acceptable means, but not the only means, for you to gain airworthiness approval for aircraft data link system equipment. |
Active | AIR-130 | 2016-09-28 |
25.795-3 |
Flightdeck Protection (Smoke and Fumes)
This advisory circular (AC) describes an acceptable means of showing compliance with the requirements of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), part 25, § 25.795(b)(1), “Flight deck protection.” This section requires that an airplane be designed to limit the entry of smoke, fumes, and noxious gases into the flightdeck in the event of detonation of an explosive or incendiary device on the airplane. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2008-10-24 |
21-45 |
Commercial Parts
This advisory circular (AC) explains how you can use the new provision in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) §§ 21.1(a)(3), 21.8, 21.9(a)(4), and 21.50(c) for commercial parts. This AC is not mandatory and does not constitute a regulation. |
Active | AIR-100 | 2010-09-29 |
129-5 |
Provision of Technical Assistance to Civil Aviation Authorities for Safety Oversight of International Commercial Air Transportation Including by Commercial Technical Assistance Providers
The primary focus for the IASA program is for compliance with ICAO Annex 1, Personnel Licensing; Annex 6, Operation of Aircraft, Part 1, International Commercial Air Transport-Aeroplanes; and Annex 8, Airworthiness of Aircraft. |
Active | AFS-50 | 2013-08-16 |
25-27A |
Development of Transport Category Airplane Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Using and Enhanced Zonal Analysis Procedure
For the purposes of this AC, the term “maintenance” encompasses both “maintenance” and “preventive maintenance,” as those terms are defined in Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 1.1. For airplane models whose maintenance programs already include a zonal inspection program, the logic described here provides guidance on improving those programs. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2010-05-04 |
91-86 |
Guidance on Carrying Noise Certification Documents On Board Aircraft Operating Outside the United States
We strongly recommend operators of such aircraft to use the FAA form in Appendix 1 that includes a grandfather clause. |
Active | AEE-100 | 2010-02-23 |
39-9 |
Airworthiness Directives Management Process
Change 1 dated 12/13/11 |
Active | AFS-330 | 2011-06-01 |
20-73A |
Aircraft Ice Protection
(Ice protection regulations are listed in tables 1 through 4 in section 6 of this AC.) This AC also directs you to other ACs providing guidance for compliance with specific icing-related regulations. |
Active | AIR-120 | 2006-08-16 |
20-160A |
Onboard Recording of Controller Pilot Data Link Communication (CPDLC) In Crash Survivable Memory
These logical point locations, also called observation points, are physical locations within airborne avionic architectures deemed ideal for recording system data sources, as defined in Section 7.1 of this AC. |
Active | AIR-130 | 2016-09-28 |
91-73B |
Parts 91 and 135 Single Pilot, Flight School Procedures During Taxi Operations
In accordance with the current edition of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Order 7050.1, Runway Safety Program, the definition of a runway incursion is, any occurrence at an aerodrome involving the incorrect presence of an aircraft, vehicle, or person on the protected area of a surface designated for the landing and takeoff of aircraft. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2012-07-30 |
21-31A |
Quality Control for the Manufacature of Non-Metallic Compartment Interior Components
This advisory circular (AC) 1) Provides information about Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), part 21, Certification Procedures for Products, Articles, and Parts. |
Active | AIR-200 | 2010-08-31 |
20-53C |
Protection of Aircraft Fuel Systems Against Vapor Ignition Caused by Lightning
For guidance on compliance pursuant to 14 CFR 25.954, Fuel system lightning protection, for transport category airplanes, see AC 25.954-1, Transport Airplane Fuel System Lightning Protection, dated September 6, 2018 (83 FR 47548, September 20, 2018). |
Active | AIR-600 | 2018-09-24 |
120-103A |
Fatigue Risk Management Systems for Aviation Safety
(1) Describes the basic concepts of Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS), as prescribed in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 117, § 117.7, and how they relate to aviation industry employees safely performing their duties. |
Active | AFS-220 | 2013-05-06 |
150/5210-20A |
Ground Vehicle Operations to include Taxiing or Towing an Aircraft on Airports
The AC now addresses aircraft being taxied by persons other than certificated pilots; adds a definition for Airport Operations Area; revises the definition for Non-Movement Area; replaces the term “Ramp” with “Apron” to harmonize with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 14 Volume 1; adds a definition for Vehicle or Pedestrian Deviation; provides guidance for towered airports on Part 139 requirements for people and equipment in the Runway Safety Area (RSA); calls for a Letter of Agreement at towered airports between the airport operator, the tower, and FAA Technical Operations; provides guidance on taxing and/or towing aircraft in the movement area by non-pilots; and incorporates numerous changes to format and content throughout the document. |
Active | AAS-300 | 2015-09-01 |
20-171 |
Alternatives to RTCA/DO-178B for Software in Airborne Systems and Equipment
On January 11,1993, we, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), published Advisory Circular (AC) 20-115B recognizing RTCA/DO-178B, Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification, dated December 1, 1992, as a means, but not the only means, to seek FAA approval of airborne software. |
Active | AIR-120 | 2011-01-19 |
21-16G |
RTCA Document DO-160 versions D, E and F, “Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment”
Appendix 1 of this AC provides a summary of the changes from RTCA/DO-160C to RTCA/DO-160D, version D to E, version E to F, and F to G. |
Active | AIR-100 | 2011-06-22 |
120-104 |
Establishing and Implementing Limit of Validity to Prevent Widespread Fatigue Damage
Guidance for establishing an LOV for airplanes whose type certificate was applied for after (XXXX) is contained in AC 25.571-1X. Guidance for extending an LOV approved under § 25.571, § 26.21, or § 26.23 can be found here. |
Active | ANM-100 | 2011-01-10 |
90-105A |
Approval Guidance for RNP Operations and Barometric Vertical Navigation in the U.S. National Airspace System and in Oceanic and Remote Continental Airspace
Guidance is provided for the following: • Required Navigation Performance Approach (RNP APCH) procedures; • Barometric vertical navigation (baro-VNAV); • RNP 1 (terminal) operations; • RNP 0.3 (rotorcraft) operations; • RNP 2 domestic, offshore, oceanic, and remote continental operations; • RNP 4 oceanic and remote continental operations; • RNP 10 (Area Navigation (RNAV) 10) oceanic and remote continental operations; • Advanced Required Navigation Performance (A-RNP), and • Additional Capabilities. |
Active | AFS-400 | 2016-03-07 |
00-68 |
Aircraft Certification Service Voluntary Disclosure Reporting Program
These procedures and practices do not apply, however, to those persons who: (1) violate 14 CFR 21.2, Falsification of Applications, Reports, or Records; (2) are required to report failures, malfunctions, and defects pursuant to 14 CFR 21.3, but fail to make those reports in the timeframe required by the regulations; or (3) fail to report unsafe conditions pursuant to 14 CFR 183.63, Continuing Requirements: Products, Parts or Appliances. |
Active | AIR-150 | 2016-10-01 |
90-117 |
Data Link Communications
The AC provides guidance for data link communications eligibility and compliance using Future Air Navigation Systems (FANS) 1/A(+) and Aeronautical Telecommunications Network (ATN). It defines performance concepts, data link systems, and data link services available within the National Airspace System (NAS) and international operations. |
Active | AFS-400 | 2017-10-03 |
120-88A |
Preventing Injuries Caused by Turbulence
Those organizations have further called for the FAA (1) to consolidate strategies and procedures known to be effective in preventing injuries caused by turbulence and (2) to issue guidance for implementation in the operations and training of air carrier flightcrews, flight attendants, aircraft dispatchers, and managers. |
Active | AFS-200 | 2006-01-19 |
21-32B |
Control of Products and Parts Shipped Prior to Type Certificate Issuance
(Articles include parts as defined in 14 CFR § 21.1(b)(2)). b. |
Active | AIR-200 | 2010-08-31 |
20-115D |
Airborne Software Development Assurance Using EUROCAE ED-12( ) and RTCA DO-178( )
This AC recognizes the following current EUROCAE and RTCA, Inc. documents: (1) EUROCAE ED-12C, Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification, dated January 2012, and RTCA DO-178C, Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification, dated December 13, 2011. (2) EUROCAE ED-215, Software Tool Qualification Considerations, dated January 2012, and RTCA DO-330, Software Tool Qualification Considerations, dated December 13, 2011. (3) EUROCAE ED-218, Model-Based Development and Verification Supplement to ED-12C and ED-109A, dated January 2012, and RTCA DO-331, Model-Based Development and Verification Supplement to DO-178C and DO-278A, dated December 13, 2011. (4) EUROCAE ED-217, Object-Oriented Technology and Related Techniques Supplement to ED-12C and ED-109A, dated January 2012, and RTCA DO-332, Object-Oriented Technology and Related Techniques Supplement to DO-178C and DO-278A, dated December 13, 2011. (5) EUROCAE ED-216, Formal Methods Supplement to ED-12C and ED-109A, dated January 2012 and RTCA DO-333, Formal Methods Supplement to DO-178C and DO-278A, dated December 13, 2011. |
Active | AIR-134 | 2017-07-21 |
23-8C |
Flight Test Guide for Certification of Part 23 Airplanes
This AC applies to Subpart B and various sections under Subparts A, D, E, F and G from § 23.1 through § 23.1589. This AC consolidates existing policy documents, and certain ACs that cover specific paragraphs of the regulations, into a single document. |
Active | ACE-100 | 2011-11-16 |
91-82A |
Fatigue Management Programs for In-Service Issues
56B, Continuing Structural Integrity Program for Airplanes, AC 25.571?1D, Damage Tolerance and Fatigue Evaluation of Structure, and AC 23? |
Active | ACE-100 | 2011-08-23 |