scope:

SCOPE AND OBJECTIVES

The scope and objectives of this manual are to provide States with guidance on developing a code of performance, including variations without an SFL. It is designed to provide examples that meet the objectives of Annex 6, Part III, Section II, Chapter 3, 3.1.1, 3.1.2 and 3.1.3. The manual includes:

a) a detailed description of:

1) the environment over which operations are conducted, and how it may be classified into hostile and non-hostile2 to inform the process of constructing a code of performance;

2) the helicopter airworthiness certification Categories A and B, their relationship to and application within an operational classification; and

3) the performance classes, their development and extensions;

b) an example of operational objectives using the elements of the environmental classification, certification categories, and performance classes to inform a code of performance;

c) an example of "helicopter performance and operating limitations" (adapted from an earlier version of Annex 6, Part III, Attachment A);

d) an example of helicopter "performance regulation" (adapted from an earlier version of Annex 6, Part III, Attachment A);

e) an introduction to risk assessments, followed by examples of risk assessments that support the introduction of variations without an SFL in a performance code;

f) examples of variations without an SFL that may be introduced in a code of performance;

g) a discussion on mitigation - how to:

1) reduce engine abuse and improve reliability of engines with specimen systems for establishing reliability and provide preventative maintenance and trend monitoring;

2) increase the potential for an SFL with pilot training, route planning and selection;

3) better protect occupants during a forced landing; and

4) enhance post forced landing survival.