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(1) is trained to taxi the aeroplane;
(2) is trained to use the radio telephone, if radio communications are required;
(3) has received instruction in respect of aerodrome layout, routes, signs, marking,
lights, air traffic control (ATC) signals and instructions, phraseology and procedures;
and
(4) is able to conform to the operational standards required for safe aeroplane
movement at the aerodrome.
NCC.GEN.120 GM1 Taxiing of aeroplanes
SAFETY-CRITICAL ACTIVITY
(a) Taxiing should be treated as a safety-critical activity due to the risks related to the
movement of the aeroplane and the potential for a catastrophic event on the ground.
(b) Taxiing is a high-workload phase of flight that requires the full attention of the flight crew.
NCC.GEN.120(b)(4) GM1 Taxiing of aeroplanes
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
The person designated by the operator to taxi an aeroplane should possess the following skills and
knowledge:
(a) Positioning of the aeroplane to ensure safety when starting engine;
(b) Getting ATIS reports and taxi clearance, where applicable;
(c) Interpretation of airfield markings/lights/signals/indicators;
(d) Interpretation of marshalling signals, where applicable;
(e) Identification of suitable parking area;
(f) Maintaining lookout and right-of-way rules and complying with ATC or marshalling
instructions when applicable;
(g) Avoidance of adverse effect of propeller slipstream or jet wash on other aeroplanes,
aerodrome facilities and personnel;
(h) Inspection of taxi path when surface conditions are obscured;
(i) Communication with others when controlling an aeroplane on the ground;
(j) Interpretation of operational instructions;
(k) Reporting of any problem that may occur while taxiing an aeroplane; and
(l) Adapting the taxi speed in accordance with prevailing aerodrome, traffic, surface and
weather conditions.
NCC.GEN.125 Rotor engagement — helicopters
A helicopter rotor shall only be turned under power for the purpose of flight with a qualified pilot at the
controls.
NCC.GEN.125 GM1 Rotor engagement
INTENT OF THE RULE
(a) The following two situations where it is allowed to turn the rotor under power should be
distinguished:
(1) for the purpose of flight, as described in the Implementing Rule;
(2) for maintenance purposes.
(b) Rotor engagement for the purpose of flight: it should be noted that the pilot should not leave
the control when the rotors are turning. For example, the pilot is not allowed to get out of
the aircraft in order to welcome passengers and adjust their seat belts with the rotors
turning.
(c) Rotor engagement for the purpose of maintenance: the Implementing Rule, however,
should not prevent ground runs being conducted by qualified personnel other than pilots for
maintenance purposes.
The following conditions should be applied:
(1) The operator should ensure that the qualification of personnel, other than pilots, who
are authorised to conduct maintenance runs, is described in the appropriate manual.
(2) Ground runs should not include taxiing the helicopter.
(3) There should be no passengers on board.
(4) Maintenance runs should not include collective increase or autopilot engagement
(risk of ground resonance).
NCC.GEN.130 Portable electronic devices
The operator shall not permit any person to use a portable electronic device (PED) on board an aircraft
that could adversely affect the performance of the aircraft’s systems and equipment.
NCC.GEN.130 AMC1 Portable electronic devices
TECHNICAL PREREQUISITES FOR THE USE OF PEDS
(a) Scope
This AMC describes the technical prerequisites under which any kind of portable electronic
device (PED) may be used on board the aircraft without adversely affecting the
performance of the aircraft’s systems and equipment.
(b) Prerequisites concerning the aircraft configuration
(1) Before an operator may permit the use of any kind of PED on-board, it should ensure
that PEDs have no impact on the safe operation of the aircraft. The operator should
demonstrate that PEDs do not interfere with on-board electronic systems and
equipment, especially with the aircraft’s navigation and communication systems.
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