IB, thanks for your imput, much appreciated.
To expand on the operational level for EU-OPS:
a) today, "appendix Old" method of minima calculation is forbidden.
b) today "appendix New" method or a more conservative one is mandatory.
c) it is a legal reqiurement to have the method of calculation written down in OM-A and approved by NAA. Normally this is done by copying the EU-OPS rules. Some operators may decide (or be forced to) set higher values.
d) it is a legal requirement to publish these minima in OM-C for pilots to read. Normally, this is done by buying a product from a third party provider (i.e. Jeppesen Route Manual be it a standard set or a tailored version).
Caution needs to be taken whether the bought product complies with present-day applicable regulations.
Further considerations:
- if the minima displayed on an outdated (not yet reprocessed) 3rd party chart with JAR-OPS label are at least as conservative as the one calculated with the new mandatory EU-OPS method, is it ok to use the page? (I think yes)
- do I need to adhere to minima printed on a sheet of paper by a third party provider for a different modus operandi (fixed wing) while at the same time for my ops (heli) they are irrelevant? (I think no)
Final points:
The (minimum) obstacle clearances are provided in AIP, based on ICAO Doc 8168 or more conservative, local rules.
The operational minima are commonly prescribed by national regulation (Annex 6, EU-OPS).
Whatever 3rd party material you buy to satisfy both, it is your responsibility it is applicable and fits all regulatory requirements.
Your thoughts?
FD.
Last edited by FlightDetent; 6th March 2012 at 15:18.