Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(1) |
The procedures for programming the Universal UNS-1K FMS on the Crossair Saab 340B should be complemented as follows:
If ATC gives clearance for a course direct to a waypoint together with a prescribed turn direction, the DTO entry must be made together with the instructed turn direction (LEFT, RIGHT). This applies even when the change in course is obviously less than 180°. Maintenance of the qualification to use the FMS should be ensured by appropriate measures (e.g. simulator or other training equipment). |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(10) |
Deficiencies in the linguistic and operational sphere must be eliminated by means of appropriate and individual training. The accumulation of any deficiencies which do still exist in a crew must be prevented by scrupulous crew pairing.
During proficiency training, candidates individual difficulties must be addressed by appropriate methods (e.g. unusual attitude training, communication training). The result of this individual training must be checked during the proficiency check. |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(11) |
In the case of direct entry commanders, especially those with a validated license, the operator must ensure a particularly scrupulous induction procedure. In addition to operational aspects, this should also make them acquainted with the special features of the cultural, linguistic and social environment. In the case of the obligatory line check, successful compliance with the following criteria must in turn be checked:
CRM with particular reference to the two-man cockpit (where applicable)
Management culture
Appropriate capabilities of linguistic expression for the current operation
The supervisory authority must be entitled to inspect the contractual conditions of direct entry and leasing agreements. |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(2) |
On the Saab 340B, the autopilot should be switched on before any in-flight programming operation on the FMS. |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(3) |
Use of the autopilot should be recommended for all flight phases. In particular, use of the autopilot on departure under instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) and during phases with a high workload or in airspace with dense traffic should be prescribed. |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(4) |
In order to ensure that the departure procedures in Zurich are compatible with the operating procedures for individual aircraft types such as the Saab 340B and at the same time in order to guarantee safe and efficient operation under all conditions, the current departure procedures should be examined. |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(5) |
In the case of validation of foreign licences which were not issued in accordance with JAR-FCL and which are to be granted for commercial flights, the authority is responsible for ensuring that the license holder meets the basic JAR-FCL requirements. A validation should in principle be time-limited and not subject to extension. This responsibility should not be delegated to the operator |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(6) |
In the case of validation of licences which were not issued in accordance with JAR-FCL and in particular of licences from countries with unknown training procedures, the following criteria in particular are to be checked individually by the authority:
Capabilities and knowledge according to JAR-FCL
Flying experience taking into account the types of aircraft flown, their instrumentation, operators and the geographical-cultural regions in which flying took place. Special attention is to be paid to candidates whose instrument flight training took place on aircraft with attitude instruments which provide a display which differs from western instruments (this is known for the following types in particular: IL-18, IL-62, AN-24, TU-134, JAK-40)
Linguistic skills of the candidate, adequate for the envisaged assignment area (especially the level of knowledge of English)
Knowledge of the geographical and meteorological situation (especially high-mountain experience, experience with icing conditions)
Experience with the imperial system of measurements
Gaps in knowledge must be filled by appropriate individual training.
The JAR-FCL proficiency check with an inspector from the supervisory authority is to be taken and passed in every case. It must specifically examine the above-mentioned key points. This check must in no circumstances be delegated to an operator, but it may be part of the operator proficiency check |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(7) |
As a rule, pilots without a JAR-FCL 3 medical certificate must undergo an initial examination according to JAR-FCL. In this context, the examination process may be shortened if specific examination results from the country of origin of the candidate are available in translated and certified form and the methodology of examination is known. |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(8) |
An operator should in principle be able to assume that a pilot with a validated license can operate an aircraft in accordance with local standards. Nonetheless, particularly in the case of these candidates, the individual background (CRM knowledge, culture, language, experience with unusual instrumentation, flying in the metric system and so on) must be carefully clarified and taken into consideration on recruitment and employment. |
Issued: -- | To: FOCA | HB-AKK(9) |
The operators must apply appropriate criteria and instruments for the selection of crew members, which ensure that the cultural background and linguistic skills of candidates are highlighted in such a way that working in a multi-cultural environment does not hinder optimal crew resource management. Appropriate linguistic capabilities (English) must be proven in a test based on a recognized scale. |