Stage: Final Publications

Regulatory Agency Final Publications

FAA TSO_106A Air Data Computer

This technical standard order (TSO) is for manufacturers applying for a TSO authorization (TSOA) or letter of TSO design approval (LODA). In it, we (the Federal Aviation Administration, (FAA)) tell you what minimum performance standards (MPS) your air data computer equipment must meet for approval and identification with the applicable TSO marking.

Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia, AC 91-23 ADS-B for Enhanced Situational Awarness

**Low cost ADS-B options for VFR aircraft**

VFR operators who wish to voluntarily fit Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) will soon have more choice.

This follows a recent consultation –
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– where we asked for your feedback on the move.

From 16 July you will be able to choose from a broader range of ADS-B systems on the market. Some of the systems are available at a lower cost than what is allowable under current standards.

CASA is hoping that the changes will encourage a greater fitment of ADS-B in VFR aircraft so that pilots can begin to enjoy the safety benefits of this technology.

Having an ADS-B transmitting system (ADS-B OUT) will help you to be more visible to other aircraft, and if you also have a receiving system (ADS-B IN), you will be able to see other ADS-B OUT-equipped aircraft in your vicinity.

To learn more take a look at our ADS-B for enhancing situational awareness advisory circular – https://mailinglist.casa.gov.au/lists/lt.php?tid=ZUXydpfl5OuQextaCzivJKfyk/lKONZIsK8OsbrNI+mmcZEC7dUMOZttlACY2pyd
– or visit our website –
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FAA Notice N_8900.551 Revisions to Aircraft Weight and Balance Control Program Guidance and OpSpecs/MSpecs/LOAs A011, A096, A097, A098, and A099

This notice provides information regarding extensive changes to
aircraft Weight and Balance Program (WBP) guidance and Operations Specifications (OpSpec),
Management Specifications (MSpec), and Letters of Authorization (LOA) A011, Approved
Carry-On Baggage Program; A096, Actual Weight Program for All Aircraft; A097, Small Cabin
Aircraft Passenger and Baggage Weight Program; A098, Medium Cabin Aircraft Passenger and
Baggage Weight Program; and A099, Large Cabin Aircraft Passenger and Baggage Weight
Program, for operations conducted under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR)
parts 91 subpart K (part 91K), 121, 125 (including part 125 Letter of Deviation Authority
(A125 LODA) holders), and 135. These changes will involve reissuance of the
OpSpec/MSpec/LOA paragraphs previously mentioned.