OPERATIONS MANUAL SAFETY PROCEDURES

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1 JS Aviation, Inc d/b/a OPERATIONS MANUAL and SAFETY PROCEDURES Page 1 of 56

2 Table of Contents List of Effective Pages Chapter 1... Company Overview and Financial Practices Chapter 2... Aircraft Dispatch Procedures Chapter 3... Pilot Qualifications and Currency Requirements Chapter 4... Aircraft Operations Chapter 5...Pilot Training Chapter 6...Flight Instructor Procedures Chapter 7... Maintenance Procedures Attachments Pilot Rental Requirements 2... Pilot Checkout Requirements w/ Tables 3... Emergency Response Procedures 4...Authorized Student Solo Destinations 5 Flight Maneuvers and Descriptions 6..Forms Page 2 of 56

3 EFFECTIVE PAGES This listing contains all current pages, with effective dates, of this Operations Manual. It should be used after posting changes to insure the manual is complete and up-to-date. Page 1 Status Initial Date 4/25/12 2 Initial 4/25/12 3 Initial 4/25/12 4 Initial 4/25/12 5 Initial 4/25/12 6 Initial 4/25/12 7 Initial 4/25/12 8 Initial 4/25/12 9 Initial 4/25/12 10 Initial 4/25/12 11 Initial 4/25/12 12 Initial 4/25/12 13 Initial 4/25/12 14 Initial 4/25/12 15 Initial 4/25/12 16 Initial 4/25/12 17 Initial 4/25/12 18 Initial 4/25/12 19 Initial 4/25/12 20 Rev 1 06/20/12 21 Initial 4/25/12 22 Initial 4/25/12 23 Initial 4/25/12 24 Initial 4/25/12 25 Initial 4/25/12 26 Initial 4/25/12 27 Initial 4/25/12 28 Initial 4/25/12 29 Initial 4/25/12 30 Initial 4/25/12 31 Initial 4/25/12 32 Initial 4/25/12 33 Initial 4/25/12 34 Initial 4/25/12 35 Initial 4/25/12 36 Initial 4/25/12 37 Initial 4/25/12 38 Initial 4/25/12 Page 3 of 56

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5 1.1 Mission Statement Company Overview and Operating Practices 1.1 was established in 1980 with the mission to provide high quality flight training and unsurpassed customer service in helping customers achieve their flying and personal air transportation goals. 1.2 Staff Director of Maintenance John Hoffa Mechanic Chief CFI Dante Pergher President Joy Slegers Ops. Mgr. John Slegers Safety Director Adam Springmeyer Acct. Mgr. Joy Slegers Dir. Mrktg. Student Advocate Holly Starkey Aircraft Assist. Chief Zach DeGraff Office Mgr. Monica Guse All CFI s Office Personnel Line Crew 1.3 Duties and Responsibilities President 1. Oversees that all flight operations are conducted safely and in compliance with all Federal Aviation Regulations, operations specifications and company policies. 2. Has authority to act for the certificate holder, including the signing of FAA correspondence and operations specifications. 3. Communicates with the FAA Flight Standards District Office and the National Transportation Safety Board. 4. Oversees scheduled aircraft availability, including scheduling the aircraft for required inspections. 5. Oversees the coordination of the Director of Maintenance & Director of Operations in regards to the timely correction of mechanical irregularities and discrepancies. 6. Hires and fires all personnel. 7. Oversees the Director of Operations in formulating operations policies, coordinates those policies and coordinates operations and training. 8. Oversees that all aircraft are properly equipped for applicable operations. 9. Oversees that all inspections, repairs and component changes are accomplished in accordance with manufacturers or FAA approved procedures. 10. Oversees and ensures the compliance of maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations. Page 5 of 56

6 11. Oversees the Director of Operations in regards to the current airworthiness status of the aircraft and the forecast down times to facilitate maintenance scheduling and ensure timely deferral or correction of aircraft discrepancies. The President is not limited to the aforementioned responsibilities. As situations arise it will be the President's duty to coordinate new and assign additional responsibilities to the Director of Operations, Director of Maintenance, Director of Safety, and the Chief Flight Instructor. The President will have decision-making responsibility. If he/she chooses to delegate responsibilities then it must be supervised through to the conclusion by the President Director of Operations (D.O.) 1. Reports to the President. 2. Supervises the Chief Flight Instructor and other employees as directed by the President. 3. Ensures that all flight operations are conducted safely and in compliance with all Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Manual(s) and Company policies. 4. Has authority to act for the Certificate holder, including the signing of FAA correspondence and operations specifications. 5. Communicates with the FAA Flight Standards District Office and the National Transportation Safety Board. 6. D.O. or designee devises revisions to this manual as needed, submits the proposed revisions to the FSDO, receives confirmation from the FSDO that the revisions are acceptable and then distributes those revisions to all manual holders. 7. The D.O. is responsible for solutions to operational problems caused by cancellations, delays, diversions and mechanical interruptions. 8. D.O. or designee schedules aircraft availability, including scheduling the aircraft for required inspections. 9. D.O. or designee coordinates with the Director of Maintenance the timely correction of mechanical irregularities and discrepancies. 10. D.O. or designee hires and fires flight personnel. The Director of Operations will be responsible for making all aviation operations decisions. If he/she chooses to delegate responsibilities then it must be supervised through to the conclusion by D.O. Page 6 of 56

7 1.3.3 Chief Flight Instructor 1. Reports to the Director of Operations. 2. Chief Flight Instructor under the guidance of the D.O. may assist in hiring and firing flight personnel. 3. Supervises flight crew personnel. 4. Conducts or supervises all training activities of flight crew personnel. 5. Advises the Director of Operations regarding the training of flight crew personnel. 6. Assists the Director of Operations in formulating operations policies, coordinates those policies, and coordinates operations and training. 7. Ensures that all aircraft are properly equipped for applicable operations. 8. Disseminates information to all crewmembers pertaining to routes, airports, NOTAMS, NAVAIDS, company policies, and regulations. 9. Maintains proficiency as Pilot-in-Command. 10. Prepares and maintains proficiency records, pilot files, flight schedules, reports, and correspondence pertaining to flight operations activities. 11. Submits all reports regarding flight personnel to the Director of Operations. 12. Keeps the aircraft copies of this Operations Manual current. 13. Ensures that all flight crew personnel are certified and supervised according to the requirements specified in the Federal Aviation Regulations. 14. Direct all flight training and checkout activities according to 14 CFR Parts 61, 91, and 141, and this manual 15. Make applicant/instructor assignments. 16. Develop standardized flight check procedures. 17. Appoint assistants according to 14 CFR Part 141, as needed for each course of instruction. 18. Stop any pilot from flying when, in the Chief Flight Instructor's judgment, flight safety may be compromised The Assistant Chief Flight Instructor and the Chief Flight Instructor will work as a team in maintaining the highest of standards with crew training, crew management, and crew paperwork. The Director of Operations, the Asst. Chief Flight Instructor, and the Chief Flight Instructor will work as a team in keeping operation to the standards set forth in the Operational Manual, Flight Training Manual, and any other documented form of communication with the FAA. The aforementioned positions will maintain an open line of communication through briefings, conferences, or other forms of communication. The Chief Flight Instructor will have decision making responsibility. If he/she chooses to delegate responsibilities then it must be supervised through to the conclusion by the Chief Flight Instructor. Page 7 of 56

8 1.3.4 Director of Maintenance (DOM) 1. Reports to the Director of Operations. 2. Is responsible for all maintenance and inspection personnel. 3. Maintains the company aircraft in an airworthy condition. 4. Ensures all inspections, repairs and component changes are accomplished in accordance with manufacturers and/or FAA approved procedures. 5. Maintains compliance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations. 6. Makes sure all maintenance technicians are trained and current on the types of aircraft for which they are approved. 7. Makes sure that all maintenance technicians are certified and supervised according to the requirements specified in the Federal Aviation Regulations. 8. Coordinates with maintenance contracting agencies when maintenance activities are being performed on company aircraft. 9. Provides the Director of Operations with the current airworthiness status of the aircraft and the forecast down times to facilitate maintenance scheduling and insure timely deferral or correction of aircraft discrepancies. 10. Maintains a close liaison with manufacturer's representatives; parts supply houses, repair facilities and the FAA. 11. Makes available to maintenance personnel the necessary overhaul manuals, service bulletins, service letters, airworthiness directives, applicable sections of this manual and any other required technical data. 12. Maintains all necessary work records and logbooks, including certification in the aircraft permanent maintenance records, that the aircraft is approved for return to service. 13. Maintains the weight and balance records for all aircraft. 14. Completes the required MRR and MIS forms and forwards to the FAA. The Director of Maintenance will have maintenance decision making responsibility. He/she may choose to delegate the responsibilities but they must be supervised through to the conclusion. The Director of Maintenance will have decision making responsibility. If he/she chooses to delegate responsibilities then it must be supervised through to the conclusion by the Director of Maintenance. Page 8 of 56

9 1.3.5 Safety Director The Safety Director is tasked with the overall responsibility for development and implementation of the Safety Program. The Safety Director reports directly to the President on all safety issues and shall also serve all levels of the department as an advisor on safety matters. Specific responsibilities include: 1. Develop and implement safety programs for personnel to ensure a safe and healthful work environment. 2. Advise management of recognized hazards and unsafe/unhealthful working conditions. 3. Periodically assess Safety Program effectiveness and compliance. 4. Update Safety Program as necessary to maintain regulatory compliance. 5. Perform annual facility safety audits. 6. Perform hazard assessments for the purpose of recommending engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment. 7. Evaluate available training resources. Advise management concerning training requirements, methods, and sources. 8. Assist management as necessary in the event of a governmental safety and/or health inspection. 9. Disseminate safety-related information. 10. Process Hazard and Incident Reports for the purpose of identifying and eliminating or mitigating workplace hazards. 11. Maintain Hazardous Substance Exposure Reports. 12. Other duties as determined by the President. 1.4 Flight Safety Flight safety is everyone s responsibility. Staff and customers are encouraged to immediately bring any safety related issues, or any potential safety issues to the manager s attention. 1.5 Flight Instructor Status For the purposes of this manual, all certified flight instructors, whether full-time employees, part-time employees, or independent contractors, are required to comply with the procedures in this manual. This is necessary because of the higher degree of standardization and supervision required to conduct flight operations without undue risk to the customers, staff, and general public. It does not imply any status used by the IRS for defining employee status. Page 9 of 56

10 1.6 Payment Policy Payment for Services is due at the time the service is rendered Customers may pre-pay accounts. Unused balances can remain on account for future training/rental or may be refunded in accordance with s refund policy Customers will be informed of the loan programs available, from various lenders, for their flight training. Loans from these programs will be administered according to the loan agreement. 1.7 Insurance Coverage maintains liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence, limited to $100,000 per passenger and hull coverage with a deductible up to $5000. holds all PIC s, including Eagle contracted CFI s, responsible for this insurance deductible and requires them to carry renter s insurance to cover deductible amounts Proof of renter s insurance must be on file with prior to PIC operations by the renter. Student pilots must have proof of renter s insurance on file by the time they solo Insurance covers and does not preclude the insurance company from subrogating claims against the Pilot in Command. 1.8 Appearance Staff members will actively ensure the facility, aircraft, and ramp areas are kept clean. All outdated charts and regulations will only be used in class room exercises for examples. Dispose of all outdated charts and regulations that will not be used in a class room setting. 1.9 Admissions Students will be admitted based on availability of aircraft and instructor time. Eagle Aircraft management will do it s best to prescreen applicants to prevent students from beginning their training if he/she may not be a good candidate for flight training. FAA medical exams are required prior to solo for primary students, but recommends students to obtain their medical prior to training, especially if the candidate has previous medical history, which could cause worry is an equal opportunity training center. Admissions for applicants with disabilities will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The applicant must be able to read, speak, understand and write the English language and pass the FAA medical exam. Any special equipment or personnel needed to train the student will be at the cost of the student. Page 10 of 56

11 1.10 Terms and Definitions The term company used in this manual refers to JS Aviation Inc. d/b/a Eagle Aircraft hereafter referred to as or company The term PIC refers to the Pilot In Command of the aircraft The term Student refers to someone who does not hold a Private, Commercial, or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate appropriate to the category flown The term IPC refers to an Instrument Proficiency Check as defined by 14 CFR (d) and FAA S The term Stabilized Approach means the aircraft is properly configured, an appropriate airspeed and rate of descent are established and only minor heading, pitch, and power inputs are required to maintain the flight path. The term FAR stands for Federal Aviation Regulation. The term CFR stands for Code of Federal Regulations. The term VFR stands for Visual Flight Rules. The term IFR stands for Instrument Flight Rules The term NTSB stands for National Transportation Safety Board. 2.1 Dispatch Procedures Aircraft Dispatch Procedures Aircraft will not be dispatched unless the dispatching authority has personally verified the procedures established in this manual have been accomplished, including verifying aircraft airworthiness per FAR In accordance with FAR , all aircraft used for flight training and solo flights will have onboard: (a) a pre-takeoff and pre-landing checklist and (b) the operator s handbook for the aircraft, if one is furnished by the manufacturer, or copies of the handbook if furnished to each student using the aircraft. 2.2 Dispatch Authorization The following staff members are authorized to dispatch aircraft: a. Company instructor pilots are authorized to self-dispatch aircraft and to dispatch aircraft for the flights of their assigned private pilot students. b. All flights where a student pilot is flying solo will be dispatched by their flight instructor or a flight instructor on-duty who is present at the airport and is familiar with the student s capabilities. c. Dispatcher can dispatch rental flights, or Private Pilot certificates or higher. Page 11 of 56

12 2.3 Dispatcher Actions The individual dispatching an aircraft will ensure the PIC: Has received, read and agrees to abide by the pertinent sections of this manual and the Current Notices board. Has verified via the maintenance status sheet, that the airplane has had the required scheduled inspections and maintenance, and is in condition for safe flight according to CFR 91.7 (subpart A) Has presented valid government picture identification on file. Meets the currency requirements of Paragraph 3.2 Has a valid FAA Pilot Certificate on file. Has a valid FAA Medical Certificate on file. Has completed and signed the Dispatch Form. Has completed a Rental Agreement. Has an account in good standing Aircraft will not be dispatched to student pilots unless authorized by their assigned instructors or the flight instructor on duty. 2.4 Unprogrammed Landings A student flying locally or cross-country shall land ONLY at the airports specified for that flight. Approval for use of any other airport must be obtained from your instructor or the chief or assistant chief instructor In the event a pilot must land at an airport other than the one previously planned for that flight, whether due to unplanned adverse weather, or a mechanical malfunction, the pilot must report his/her location and condition to immediately upon landing. The flight may not depart from that location without prior approval from the chief or assistant chief flight instructor, or if due to mechanical malfunction, approval from an appropriately rated mechanic or repairman approved by Director of Maintenance. No work is to be done on aircraft without prior approval from Eagle Aircraft If flight from that airport is not permissible or must be delayed, it is the pilots responsibility to ensure that the aircraft is properly secure and/or protected from adverse weather conditions (tie down, hangaring, etc.) If an off airport landing is performed as a result of catastrophic engine failure, etc. the contact procedures shall be: Pilot shall communicate his/her location and condition at the earliest possible time by contacting on common frequency or by phone once safely on the ground. Emergency response, if needed, will be dispatched by Operations or by pilot if he/she was unable to contact Operations by air. Page 12 of 56

13 The FAA and NTSB will be notified in accordance with NTSB and will provide information as required in NTSB See Emergency Response Procedures, Attachment 3, for further information All pilots who encounter adverse weather or mechanical problems can contact Eagle Aircraft Operations at or on frequency If no answer call John Slegers (D.O.) at or call your flight instructor Operations will monitor pilot expected return time noted on dispatch sheet. If student does not return within 30 minutes of scheduled time, Operations will begin to track their whereabouts. On all solo x-countries, student will be required to file a flight plan and will have been required to call a flight service station to receive a weather briefing. Their intended flight plan will be known and documented through these means, as well as listed on the student dispatch form. Flight Service Station will have begun gathering information about a pilot s whereabouts when student is 30 minutes late to any of their intended locations. will contact the flight service station to offer assistance in tracking the student and gather any information that has been collected. As confirmed with Terre Haute Flight Service Station, their protocol is to gather information from the queue on the filed flight plan, contact approach control and centers along path as well as airports, then contact law enforcement to try and locate the student s whereabouts, and continue stepping up search until located. Additionally, if student was local or in the practice area and not on a flight plan or if the efforts toward locating a student on a cross country have failed, may my determine to contact Civil Air Patrol and local law enforcement for assistance, and/or launch a search team by flight or ground until person is located. 3.1 Qualifications Pilot Qualification and Currency Requirements Before acting as PIC, customers must complete the: Customer Data Form Rental Agreement Hold Harmless Agreement Appropriate aircraft pilot checkout(s) Appropriate written test(s) Refer to Attachment 1 for a list of initial pilot requirements Pilots must complete a Make and Model checkout in each aircraft they desire to fly as PIC Pilots must complete a Night Checkout if they desire to fly as PIC at night. Page 13 of 56

14 3.1.5 Pilots who are instrument rated, must complete an IPC to act as PIC of company aircraft, unless the pilot waives IPC privileges in writing. 3.2 Pilot Currency Pilots must have completed a flight review (14 CFR 61.56), in the most complex aircraft they are authorized to fly, within the preceding 12 calendar months to act as PIC of company aircraft Pilots with an instrument rating must have completed an IPC within the previous six months, to act as PIC on an instrument flight plan To act as PIC, pilots shall have accomplished three takeoffs and landings within the preceding 90 days in each make and model aircraft they wish to fly Pilots who have not made 3 takeoffs and landings in a particular make and model aircraft within the preceding 6 months must accomplish a recurrency check for that make and model aircraft Pilots shall fly with, and receive a logbook endorsement from a company instructor to regain any currency. 4.1 Preflight Actions Aircraft Operations Pilots shall file a flight plan for all flights beyond 50 nautical miles The PIC shall ensure appropriate survival and safety equipment for the intended operation area is onboard the aircraft The PIC shall ensure an FAA approved personal flotation device for each occupant is onboard the aircraft and readily accessible if the aircraft is operated over water, beyond gliding distance from land Pilots shall not begin a flight unless there is sufficient fuel to complete the flight to the point of intended landing, fly from that airport to an alternate (if an alternate is required), and then fly after that for at least 1 hour at normal cruise consumption Pilots will terminate the flight and land at the nearest appropriate airport if, at any time, during the flight it appears the aircraft will not have at least a 1 hour fuel reserve Unless weight and balance, or performance limitations dictate otherwise, pilots will take-off with full fuel for any flight outside the local area Pilots shall ensure adequate tie-down equipment is onboard if landing at an airport without tie-down equipment. Page 14 of 56

15 4.1.7 Each passenger shall occupy a seat with an individual seat belt; children under 4 years old or less than 40 pounds shall occupy a Department of Transportation approved infant/child seat restrained by an individual seat belt Pilots will compute takeoff distances for each flight, check actual aircraft performance against computed data, and abort the takeoff if aircraft performance is inadequate Pilots will calculate weight and balance data for each flight Pilots will ensure loose items are secured prior to flight. 4.2 Ground Operations Pilots will not taxi, takeoff, or land on surfaces with standing water, snow, or ice Fire extinguishers shall be readily accessible during engine start and aircraft refueling Pilots are personally responsible for escorting passengers on the ramp and to brief all passengers on the hazards of ramp operations Pilots will use the designated tow bar to move aircraft; use caution not to exceed the designated turn limit of the nose wheel, nor to push on the tail to move the nose of the aircraft Pilots must park aircraft only in designated ramp area Smoking is prohibited in, or within 50 feet of aircraft Aircraft will be tied down (if tie downs are available), both main wheels chocked, flight control lock installed (if available), and all doors locked Passengers will not board or deplane when any of the aircraft engines are operating Pilots shall treat all propellers as if the engine may start, pilots shall ensure: All passengers remain well clear of propeller arc. Mixture is in the cutoff position. Magnetos are off and the keys are either in the pilot s pocket, or visible on the dashboard. 4.3 Engine Starting and Taxiing Aircraft Taxi and Ground Operations will be conducted according to the guidance in the Pilot s Operating Handbook (Aircraft Flight Manual) and the Aeronautical Informational Manual Before starting engines pilots will turn on the rotating beacon, thoroughly clear the immediate area, and ensure nearby personnel are aware of the impending engine start. Page 15 of 56

16 Pilots must use caution to prevent damage as a result of propeller blast Pilots must be thoroughly familiar with engine fire procedures during start. Pilots should: Use caution not to over prime In case of engine fire during start, follow manufacturer s guidance; however, do not endanger yourself or your passengers. Do not try and fight the fire if you have exited the aircraft Pilots will obtain taxi clearance at controlled airports, or self announce taxi intentions at uncontrolled airports before leaving the parking spot Pilots shall not taxi within 10 feet of an obstacle unless designated taxi lines, suitable for the make and model aircraft being operated, are used Pilots shall not exceed 5 MPH taxi speed in congested areas Pilots shall not taxi when ground visibility is less than 1 SM. 4.4 Weather Minimums Day VFR minimums are 1,500 foot ceiling and 3 miles visibility for the airport pattern area. 2,500 ceiling and 5 miles visibility are required for all other flights Night VFR minimums are 2,500 foot ceiling and 5 miles visibility Weather minimums for IFR takeoff shall be no lower than the lowest compatible circling minimums, both ceiling and visibility, at the departure airport or takeoff minimums listed in the Terminal Flight Information Publication for the airport, whichever are greater Pilots shall comply with maximum crosswind component posted in the aircraft checklist Pilots shall not takeoff when the tailwind component exceeds 10 Knots Flight will not be initiated if surface winds are forecast to be greater than 25 knots, and flights will be terminated as soon as practicable if surface winds exceed 25 knots Special VFR not permitted under any circumstances. Page 16 of 56

17 4.5 Night Flight The following shall not be performed at night: Aerobatics Unusual attitudes, stalls, approach to stalls, or slow flight, except as required by an 14 CFR 141 approved syllabus of instruction, with an instructor that is qualified to act as PIC under instrument conditions in the aircraft used for the flight Operations at airports without runway lighting Visual or non-precision approaches to runways outside the local training area without visual glide path guidance Simulated emergency training, to include forced landings, except to lighted runways Flight outside the local area unless the flight is operated under IFR, or the flight is required to be conducted under VFR by an approved syllabus of instruction and the instructor is qualified to act as PIC under instrument conditions in the aircraft used for the flight Local VFR night flight, unless the pilot has logged at least 50 hours as PIC and maintains visual contact with an airport approved for night operations or holds a current instrument rating Simulated night instrument practice in the local area unless a second pilot, with night currency in the aircraft being flown is onboard as a safety observer and has access to the flight controls Land and Hold Short Operations (LAHSO) Student solo operations 4.6 Operations at Uncontrolled Airports Pilots shall: Avoid extended holding delays across the hold line or in takeoff position Not perform straight-in VFR approaches to uncontrolled airports (Note: This does not apply to practice instrument approaches being flown when the safety pilot is able to simultaneously monitor approach control and the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) and make appropriate position calls on the CTAF Self-announce pattern position on crosswind, downwind, base, and final leg using the phraseology recommended in the Aeronautical Information Manual Only land at airports listed in the attachment 7. Not takeoff or land on runways less than 2,000 feet long, or the sum of the computed aircraft takeoff and landing roll, whichever is greater Not takeoff or land on runways less than 50 feet wide Overfly (500' Above Ground Level (AGL)/Precautionary Low Approach minimum) an uncontrolled airfield with unknown runway surface or approach conditions before landing. (Note: Not applicable to actual instrument approaches.) Page 17 of 56

18 4.7 Minimum Altitudes Pilot shall: Not fly below 1000 feet AGL (2000 feet in designated mountainous terrain) unless required by specific regulation, airspace restriction, for takeoff or landing, or when accomplishing requirements directed by an approved syllabus of instruction Not perform simulated forced landings without an instructor Not descend below 500 feet AGL unless the aircraft is established on a stabilized approach Not descend below 500 feet AGL during practice simulated forced landings without an instructor in a rural area only Ensure proper engine operation at least every 500 when performing simulated engine failures in single engine aircraft Not conduct aerobatic maneuvers, unless specifically authorized with CFI onboard. Ensure stalls, turns over 45 degrees of bank, slow flight, or unusual attitudes are completed no lower than 1,500 feet AGL in single engine aircraft See section 5 for more details regarding flight maneuvers 4.8 Other Restrictions Pilots shall not: Conduct formation flights Use company aircraft for towing aircraft or banners Use company aircraft for parachuting or sky diving Use company aircraft for commercial purposes Takeoff with snow or frost on the aircraft Land on runways with snow or ice Conduct simulated emergency procedures unless a company instructor is on-board the aircraft Fly outside the United States-unless prior approval is given by the company Carry any hazardous cargo Attempt to takeoff if they have made an off-airport landing Attempt to takeoff if they have made a precautionary landing for a suspected aircraft malfunction Conduct contact approaches Hand prop any aircraft Perform intentional in-flight engine shutdowns The PIC shall occupy the left front seat in side-by-side aircraft or the front seat in tandem aircraft, except when: Prohibited by the flight manual Weight and balance considerations dictate otherwise Page 18 of 56

19 A pilot is enrolled in an instructor pilot training program and has been endorsed by a flight instructor for solo flight in either seat, and is flying under visual flight rules in the local training area The pilot is a flight instructor flying under visual flight rules in the local training area The pilot is a flight instructor conducting flight instruction or receiving/administering flight checks 4.9 Refueling Pilots shall: Never taxi toward a parked fuel truck in the event the aircraft loses braking ability Turn off all aircraft power prior to refueling Ensure cell phones are not used during refueling Ground the aircraft prior to fuel servicing operations by bonding the aircraft to the refueling equipment with an approved cable before making any fueling connection to the aircraft Maintain the ground until fueling connections have been removed Verify ground wires have been removed before start Not refuel if thunderstorms are present in the vicinity of the airport Not smoke on ramp area or near aircraft, while refueling Verify fuel truck is labeled with product ordered Verify fuel caps are re-secured properly Must sump tanks after refueling Receive training on self-serve pumps if not familiar with their use Student pilots will receive training on self-serve pumps before being authorized to do their own self-fueling, or they must have full-service from the FBO Minimum Fuel for Takeoff 1. All Cessna Gallons 2. Cessna Skycatcher Gallons 3. Piper Arrow PA28R Gallons * 4. Piper Seminole PA gallons *Note Must switch tanks every 30 min and maximum fuel imbalance of 5 gallons 5.1 Training Prerequisites Pilot Training Customers enrolled in any course are strongly encouraged to obtain a valid Third Class medical certificate prior to the first flight lesson. A valid Third Class medical certificate must be on file prior to soloing. Page 19 of 56

20 5.2 Student Pilots Solo Student Pilots shall not: Fly when the crosswind component exceeds 10 knots When the surface wind exceeds 20 knots Fly in the traffic pattern when weather is less than 2000 Ceiling and 3 Miles Visibility Fly in the local training area when weather is less than 3000 Ceiling and 5 Miles visibility Fly Cross Country when the weather is less than 5000 Ceilings and 5 miles visibility Perform Touch and Go operations, will instead perform full stop and taxi back to beginning of the runway using parallel taxiways for take-off. Fly more than 10 hours solo or exceed 30 days without a dual proficiency flight. This flight will include all items listed in 14 CFR (d) and (e) Fly solo between the hours beginning 1 hour before Sunset and ending 1 hour before Sunrise Conduct simulated forced landings The Chief Flight Instructor shall develop standard training cross-country routes. Only the Chief Flight Instructor may authorize the use of other routes. See attachment # All dual portions of supervised solo flights shall include three student landings and one go-around at the airfield where the student will solo. Instructors shall ensure adequate student proficiency and be present at the airport during the solo portion of the flight. Prior to a student pilot's first unsupervised solo flight, the student pilot must have completed a satisfactory flight check with the Chief or Assistant Chief Flight Instructor On the first solo cross country flight, students shall fly to airfields where they have previously demonstrated satisfactory traffic patterns to an instructor. Students may then fly the remainder of the solo cross-country requirements to other airports approved by the Chief Flight Instructor. 5.3 Written Tests Written testing and quizzing will be accomplished in accordance with each approved syllabus. Additional testing and quizzing can be added as the Chief Instructor deems necessary All written exams will be documented and kept in student files The minimum passing score on any test is 80 percent. An instructor will correct the test to 100 percent and review all deficient areas with the customer prior to flight. Customers receiving less than 80% on a written test may be referred to the Chief Fight Instructor. Page 20 of 56

21 5.3.4 Questions should provide the customer a self-paced study of all pertinent aspects of the subject material and flow sequentially from the source documents Students will be administered aircraft open book quizzes over pertinent aspects of the aircraft systems, procedures, and operating limits. Computing takeoff data, including weight and balance, takeoff, climb, cruise, and landing data shall also be evaluated. 5.4 Runway Incursion Avoidance All training courses will emphasize Runway Incursion Avoidance. As a minimum all aspects of Advisory Circular shall be covered with each customer. 5.5 Student Pilot Practice Area Practice area extends from the racetrack in the NW corner south past Hebron to the Demotte private airstrip, east to San Pierre, north up US 421 to 2miles south of Wanatah, then west back to the racetrack. Practice areas west (W) and east (E) are separated by Highway 49. Pilots are requested to announce on when operating in either area. Please avoid loitering in area of Wheatfield Power Plant. See map on following page. Page 21 of 56

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23 6.1 Flight Instructors Responsibilities: Stop any pilot from flying when, in the instructor's judgment, flight safety may be compromised. Act as PIC of the aircraft while conducting flight instruction. Maintain a valid FAA Second Class Medical Certificate Assist the Chief Flight Instructor, as required, in developing training and checkout procedures. Conduct training and checkouts according to this manual and applicable FARs Instructors will complete a checkout with the Chief Flight Instructor for every course of instruction, and for each make and model aircraft in which they will instruct Instructors must complete an annual evaluation with the Chief Flight Instructor, Assistant Chief Flight Instructor, a Designated Pilot examiner, or FAA Operations Inspector for every course of training in which they instruct. The Chief Flight instructor will determine what maneuvers will be performed and what aircraft will be use for this flight. 6.2 Instructor Pilot Conduct The viability of is directly dependent on the service flight instructors provide our customers, and the safety of customers is directly dependent on the quality of instruction performed. 6.3 Pilot Checkout Procedures Our customers come to us with widely differing flight experience; however, there is no guarantee they have ever been properly trained to fly general aviation aircraft. Your job is to conduct a thorough checkout each and every time you fly with one of our customers. The existence of this company is dependent on our safety record, which is a direct reflection of how well we conduct our training and checkout programs. Flight training is a complex business that is continuously evolving and our procedures and training programs need to evolve with them. We highly encourage your personal inputs to make these programs better. Please bring any suggestions to the Chief Pilot All initial aircraft checkouts and annual checkouts will be conducted according to Attachment 2. Instructors will complete all necessary items for and endorse the pilot for a Flight Review according to 14 CFR Part Subsequent aircraft make and model checkouts will be conducted according to Attachment 2; however, the Flight Instructor need not complete the additional items necessary for the Flight Review IAW 14 CFR Page 23 of 56

24 6.3.3 All initial instrument checkouts will be performed according to Attachment 2 and CFR 14, Instructors will complete an endorsement for an Instrument Proficiency Check. Subsequent make and model checkouts for pilots with instrument ratings need not include an Instrument Proficiency Check; however the flight instructor must ensure the customer has demonstrated the ability to use all installed equipment under IFR conditions Instructors will ensure checkouts are conducted according to this manual and pilots are able to complete the maneuvers to the standards established in the appropriate FAA Practical Test Standards for a Private/Instrument Airplane. The intent of the checkout is to ensure the pilot is capable of meeting the standards, it is not designed as a flight test. In-flight instruction can be given as necessary; however, the flight instructor must be confident the pilot is capable of performing each maneuver without intervention or instruction.. If a pilot cannot perform a maneuver to the required standard you will refer them to the Chief/.Assistant Chief Flight Instructor to develop an appropriate course of training. Be sure to emphasize to the customer that this retraining is for their safety and that all pilots need periodic refresher training to maintain their skills. 7.1 Maintenance Performed Maintenance Procedures Maintenance will be performed in accordance with FAR part 43 and part 91, by persons authorized and certificated by part 65. All maintenance will be performed by an appropriately rated mechanic or repairman approved by DOM Hour and Progressive Inspections Hour Inspections or Progressive Inspections prescribed by 14 CFR are required for all aircraft. Aircraft being maintained on a 100hr Inspection program is Arrow N76SA, Seminole N30101, Skyhawk N21662, Skyhawk N219LM, and Skycatcher N Aircraft being maintained on a Progressive Maintenance Inspection program are Skyhawks N5204N and N1449C. 7.3 Time Between Overhaul (TBO) Aircraft components will be overhauled at the manufacturer's recommended TBO or on condition Actions directed by Airworthiness Directives (ADs) will be performed Page 24 of 56

25 7.4 Grounding and Discrepancy Notification Any pilot shall ground an aircraft if, in the pilot's opinion, the aircraft is not airworthy. Pilots shall verbally notify Operations and document the grounding on the aircraft discrepancy log, and the aircraft shall not be operated until released by an appropriately rated mechanic or repairman approved by. All discrepancy records will be kept for 60 days after the repair has been corrected OR indefinitely until the repair has been made, then 60 days Airworthy Checklist: Open aircraft dispatch book to compare current Tach times with maintenance due times listed and verify AROW Airworthiness Certificate, registration, operating Manual (complete POH) including Weight & Balance. -Pitot Static Check with the past 24 months -ELT inspection within the past 12 months -VOR check & Fire Extinguisher check within the past 30 days -Airworthiness Directives (AD s) complied with -Transponder Inspection within the past 24 months -GPS - All aircraft being used for IFR training and equipped with a GPS will have the GPS database kept updated and current If a student pilot or renter locates a discrepancy or unairworthy item, they will: -report the finding to an CFI -CFI will review the perceived discrepancy with the student to determine the validity of the finding. If the discrepancy is found to be valid, student, CFI, renter, and/or Dispatcher will contact one of the following to determine next course of action: John Slegers, John Hoffa, Dante Pergher, Marty Preston, and/or Steve Prochaska. -Aircraft will be grounded until the mechanic or repairman endorses the discrepancy sheet returning the aircraft to service. -Phone number to Michiana Aircraft Maintenance (phone answered 24/7) 7.5 Maintenance Records Logbooks entries shall contain reference to the manufacturers service manual, or other technical data acceptable to the FAA Administrator, used to complete all maintenance performed and the part number(s), and serial number(s) if applicable, of all parts installed during the maintenance process All date entries in use shall be made using a two number day, 2 number month, and 4 number year format (ex. 15/03/2003). Page 25 of 56

26 7.6 Functional Check Flight (FCF) FCFs are required for aircraft being returned to service after having undergone alterations or repairs, which, in the opinion of an appropriately rated mechanic or repairman could: Alter the flight characteristics of the aircraft. Affect the navigation systems of the aircraft. Adversely affect the operability of aircraft systems and cannot be adequately ground tested Managers will designate the most qualified instructor pilots to perform FCFs of aircraft being returned to service following maintenance or will be notified of and will approve other pilots suggested by an appropriately rated mechanic or repairman. 7.7 Deferred Maintenance In accordance with FAR c, all inoperative instruments or equipment, permitted to be inoperative by (d)(2 & 3) will be researched and repaired, or deactivated, placarded inoperative and inspected at the next required inspection by an appropriately rated and qualified mechanic or repairman approved by, with the appropriate entries made to the aircraft records. (Deactivated equipment cannot effect other equipment) 7.8 Corrosion Control Aircraft shall be treated for corrosion according to AC 43-4, Corrosion Control For Aircraft. As a minimum, all flight control/trim surfaces, brackets, and mounting hardware shall be free of corrosion. Page 26 of 56

27 Attachment 1 Pilot Rental Requirements Single Engine Fixed Gear Aircraft 200 Horsepower or Less: 3,4 Airman's certificate (ASEL): Student, Private, Commercial, or ATP Horsepower: 1,3,4 Airman's certificate (ASEL): Private, Commercial, or ATP Pilot Time: 75 hours, or 50 hours in make and model PIC time in aircraft with horsepower: 5 hours, or 5 hours as PIC in make and model, or completion of an approved training program of not less than 5 hours, and have a high performance endorsement. 237 Horsepower or Greater: 1,3,4 Airman's certificate (ASEL): Private, Commercial, or ATP Pilot Time: 100 hours PIC time in aircraft with 237 horsepower or greater: 10 hours, or 5 hours PIC in make and model, or completion of an approved training program of not less than 5 hours, and have a high performance endorsement. Single Engine Retractable Gear 200 Horsepower or Less: 1,3,4 Airman's certificate (ASEL): Private, Commercial, or ATP Pilot Time: 125 hours PIC time in complex aircraft: 10 hours, or 5 hours PIC in make and model, or completion of an approved training program of not less than 5 hours, and must have complex endorsement. Greater than 200 Horsepower: 1,3,4 Airman's certificate (ASEL): Private, Commercial, or ATP Pilot Time: 125 hours PIC time in complex & high performance aircraft: 25 hours and 5 hours PIC in make and model, or completion of an approved training program of not less than 10 hours, and have a high performance and complex endorsements. 2 Notes 1. According to Part (e)(1) & (f)(1), prior to operating either a high performance or complex aircraft as PIC, all renters will require a checkout including flight and ground instruction and will be required to have a one-time endorsement authorizing the pilot to operate either type of aircraft. If the pilot already has the endorsement for the type of aircraft they desire to rent, only a checkout will be required. Page 27 of 56

28 2. Pilots may proficiency advance with the approval of the Chief Flight Instructor; however, under no circumstances will the flight phase be less than 5 hours. 3. All Pilots renting airplanes must have a current FAA Medical Certificate. 4. All renters will require a checkout on each type of aircraft to be rented. Page 28 of 56

29 Attachment 2 Pilot Checkouts 1. The minimum requirements for a Flight Review, aircraft make and model, instrument, night, and recurrency checkouts are shown in Table 2.1. All tasks indicated with an X must be evaluated by the instructor conducting the checkout; however, additional tasks may be accomplished and evaluated at the instructor s discretion. 2. Pilots must complete the maneuvers to the standard prescribed in the current FAA Practical Test Standards for a Private Pilot. Those pilots with an instrument rating must complete an instrument proficiency check irrespective of whether they intend to fly IFR. 3. Refer to Table 2.3 for the appropriate action when the customer fails to demonstrate the required proficiency on a checkout. 4. With the exception of the instrument checkout, at least three landings and a go-around must be accomplished to complete any checkout. 5. Recurrency Checks, as defined in Table 2.1, are required when pilots have not made 3 takeoffs and landings in a particular make and model aircraft in the previous 6 calendar months. 6. Visual Scanning and Collision Avoidance will be emphasized on every checkout. Instructors will thoroughly cover the following items: Runway Incursion, to include AC Visual Scanning Techniques Use of radio for clearing Aircraft Blind Areas Traffic Conflicts at Uncontrolled Airports 7. Pilots desiring to fly Technically Advanced Aircraft must complete an approved FITS Transition Training Program for the specific Make and Model aircraft. Page 29 of 56

30 Flight Review Make & Model Instrument Night Recurrrency Table 2.1: Checkout Requirements I. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE National Airspace System X Company Restrictions X X X Aeromedical Factors X X X Local Procedures X X X Spin Awareness X X Wake Turb. and Wind Shear Avoid. X II. PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATION Certificates and Documents X Weather Information X X X Cross-Country Flight Planning X X Performance and Limitations X X X Minimum Equipment List X X X X III. PRE-FLIGHT PROCEDURES Preflight Inspection X X X X X Cockpit Management X X X X X Engine Starting X X X X X Taxiing X X X X X Before Takeoff Check X X X X X IV. AIRPORT OPERATIONS Radio Comm. & ATC Light Signals X X X X X Traffic Patterns X X X X Airport/Runway Markings/Lighting X X X X X V. TAKEOFF, LAND., GO-AROUND Normal & Crosswind Takeoff/Climb X X X X X Normal & Crosswind Approach/Landing X X X X 1 X (Includes No-Flap) Short-Field Takeoff/Climb X X X Short-Field Approach/Landing X X X Soft-Field Takeoff/Climb X X X 2 Soft-Field Approach/Landing X X X 2 Forward Slip To A Landing X X Go-Around X X X X SE L SE L SE L Page 30 of 56

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32 Flight Review Make & Model Instrument Night Recurrency Table 2.1: Continued VI. PERFORMANCE MANEUVERS Steep Turns X X X VII. NAVIGATION Pilotage and Dead Reckoning X X Navigation Systems/Radar Services X X X X Diversion X X X Lost Procedures X X Enroute Weather X X VIII. SLOW FLIGHT AND STALLS Slow Flight X X X Power-Off Stalls X X X Power-On Stalls X X X X IX. INSTRUMENT PROCEDURES Straight and Level Flight X X X 3 X Constant Airspeed Climbs/Descents X X X 3 X Timed Turns to Magnetic Headings X 3 Recovery from Unusual Attitudes X X X 3 X 5 Radio Comm, Nav Systems X X X X X Holding X VOR Instrument Approach Procedure X 4 NDB Instrument Approach Procedure X 4 ILS Instrument Approach Procedure X 4 Missed Approach Procedure X 4 Circling Approach Procedure X X. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS Loss of Communications X X X Emergency Descent X X X X X Emergency Approach and Landing X X X Systems and Equip. Malfunctions X X X X X Emergency Equip and Survival Gear X X X X SE L SE L SE L Page 32 of 56

33 Flight Review Make & Model Instrument Night Recurrency Table 2.1: Continued XI. NIGHT OPERATIONS Night Preparation X Night Flight X XII. POSTFLIGHT PROCEDURES After Landing X X X X X Parking and Securing X X X X X XIII. GENERAL Visual Scanning/Collision Avoidance X X X X X Operation of Systems X X X X X SE L SE L SE L Note 1: At least one approach must be flown without the use of the landing light Note 2: Required only for single engine land recurrency Note 3: This task must be accomplished both full and partial panel (Primary Attitude and Heading Indicators simulated inoperative). Note 4: At least one approach and missed approach must be flown partial panel. Note 5: For the purpose of the night checkout, Unusual Attitudes shall be limited to + 5 degrees of pitch and/or + 15 degrees of bank. Note 6: If the aircraft is equipped with an autopilot, the pilot must demonstrate an instrument approach using the autopilot. Page 33 of 56

34 Table 2.2: Written Testing Requirements PIC Status Test Required When 1. Customer- PIC a. Aircraft Make & a. Prior to acting as PIC in that aircraft Model make & model. b. Instrument c. Recurrency b. Prior to exercising instrument privileges as PIC, and due by the end of the 12th calendar month thereafter. c. If a pilot has gone non-current in an aircraft make & model, the closed book portion of the aircraft written test must be reaccomplished prior to the recurrency checkout flight. Page 34 of 56

35 Table 2.3: Required Actions for Complete, Incomplete, or Lack of Performance Checkouts If and the check is then 1. The customer satisfactorily completes all any type of check the check is complete. Complete and sign the Pilot Activity Log required maneuvers 2. The customer does not complete all required maneuvers a. Initial Flight Review a. the checkout is incomplete and customer cannot act as PIC of any company aircraft. b. Flight Review b. the check is incomplete; however, the customer may continue to exercise PIC privileges in any aircraft they are current and qualified until the end of the 12th calendar month after initial flight review. c. Aircraft Make & Model d. Initial IPC e. IPC f. Night c. the check is incomplete and customer may not act as PIC in that make/model aircraft. d. the check is incomplete and the customer may not exercise instrument privileges. e. the check is incomplete; however, the customer may continue to exercise instrument privileges in any company aircraft in which they are current and qualified until the end of the 6th calendar month after the previous instrument check. f. the check is incomplete and the customer may not act as PIC at night. Page 35 of 56

36 Table 2.3 Continued 3. The customer does not perform all areas to the required standards a. Flight Review b. Aircraft Make & Model a. the check is complete (Not Qualified) and the customer cannot act as PIC of any Company aircraft. (Note 1 applies) b. the check is complete (Not Qualified) and the customer cannot act as PIC of that make/model aircraft. (Note 1 applies) (Note 1 applies) c. Initial/Subsequent IPC c. the check is complete (Not Qualified), the customer may not exercise instrument privileges.. (Notes 1 and 2 apply) d. Night d. the checkout is complete (Not Qualified) and the customer may not act as PIC in Company aircraft at night. (Notes 1 and 2 apply) Note 1: If safety of flight or judgment factors, versus lack of proficiency, are the reason for the disqualification, the customer may not act as PIC in any Company aircraft. Note 2: Customer must satisfactorily complete a course of training prescribed by the Chief Flight Instructor and subsequently complete another checkout. The second checkout may not be given by the individual who conducted the first checkout or prescribed training. Page 36 of 56

37 Attachment 3 Emergency Response Procedures Immediate Actions 1) In the event of suspected accident, incident, or overdue aircraft, complete as much of the Accident / Incident Report as possible. 2) Notify the following people as soon as possible Owner John cell Chief Instructor Dante cell office Mechanic John Cell will determine if Insurance company is to be notified 3) Do not make any statements speculating as to the cause of the incident to anyone. 4) If you received inquiries, take the name and phone number of the person making the inquiry and tell them someone from the company will contact them as soon as they can. 5) Notification to the nearest NTSB and FAA will be made in accordance with NTSB which states that the operator of any civil aircraft, or any public aircraft not operated by the Armed Forces or any intelligence agency of the US, or any foreign aircraft shall immediately, and by the most expeditious means available, notify the nearest NTSB field office when: (a) An aircraft accident or any of the following listed incidents occur: (only items applicable to Operations are listed, see NTSB for full rule) Flight control system malfunction or failure; Inability of any required flight crewmember to perform normal flight duties as a result of injury or illness; In-flight fire, Aircraft collide in flight; Damage to property other than the aircraft estimated to exceed $25,000 for repair (including material and labor) or fair market value in the event of total loss, whichever is less. (b) An aircraft is overdue and is believed to have been involved in an accident. Information included in the notification will be in accordance with NTSB and will include type, nationality, and registration marks of aircraft; Name of owner and operator of the aircraft; Name of the PIC; Date and time of the accident; Last point of departure and point of intended landing of the aircraft; Position of the aircraft with reference to some easily defined geographical point; Number of passengers aboard, killed, and seriously injured; Nature of the accident, the weather and extent of damage to the aircraft, so far as known; and Description of any explosives, radioactive materials, or other dangerous articles carried. Page 37 of 56

38 Solo student destinations Attachment 4 Destination (Towered Airports) Distance 1. KVPZ-KLAF (Lafayette, IN) NM 2. KVPZ-KFWA (Fort Wayne, IN) NM 3. KVPZ-KBMI (Bloomington, IL) NM 4. KVPZ-KSBN (South Bend, IN) NM 5. KVPZ-KMIE (Muncie, IN) NM 6. KVPZ-KAZO (Battle Creek, MI) NM 7. KVPZ-KCMI (Champaign, IL) NM 8. KVPZ-KGUS (Grissom ARB) NM 9. KVPZ-KGYY (Gary, IN) NM Destination (Untowered Airports) Distance 1. KVPZ-KOXI (Stark Co, IN) 17 NM 2. KVPZ-KPPO (LaPort, IN) 14 NM 3. KVPZ-KFKR (Frankfort, IN) 74 NM 4. KVPZ-KPNT (Pontiac, IL) 79 NM 5. KVPZ-KRWN (Winimac, IN) 28 NM 6. KVPZ-KASW (Warsaw, IN) 55 NM Page 38 of 56

39 Details regarding ALL flight maneuvers: Attachment 5 Flight Maneuvers and Descriptions 1. Low altitude flight maneuvers (e.g. S-turns, turns around a point, etc.) will be conducted no less than 1,000 AGL. 2. High altitude flight maneuvers (e.g. slow flight, stalls, etc.) will be conducted no less than 3,500 MSL in the Valparaiso area. If using the Piper Seminole in multi-engine training, this altitude will be no less than 4,500 MSL. 3. Regardless of the maneuver being conducted, an emergency exit must be stated and established before conducting any flight maneuver and clearing turns must be performed. 4. During high altitude flight maneuvers, all recoveries will be above 1,500 AGL. 5. Students should be encouraged to talk their way through each maneuver. Flight Maneuvers Clearing Turns 1. Can be conducted at any altitude above a safe altitude. 2. Should be at least 2 90 degree turns (preferably first turn to the left, then to the right) OR 180 degrees of turn (preferably turn to the left) 3. Must be actively looking for traffic at all times. 4. On high wing aircraft, clear the area to the left before the left turn by raising the left wing before starting the turn. 5. On low wing aircraft, clear the area to the left before the left turn by lowering the left wing before starting the turn. Low altitude maneuvers Turns around a point 1. Ensure area is clear of aircraft and obstructions and a clear area designated for emergencies is declared. 2. Must be at pattern altitude VPZ 1,800 MSL 3. Reference point(s) should be verbally pointed out by both the student and instructor. 4. Must enter downwind and maximum bank angle of 30 degrees. 5. Can be broken off at any time by either student or instructor, or when traffic or other event comes into the flight during the maneuver. 6. Can be performed in both directions (Left and Right turns). Page 39 of 56

40 S-Turns 1. Ensure area is clear of aircraft and obstructions and a clear area designated for emergencies is declared. 2. Must be at pattern altitude VPZ 1,800 MSL 3. Reference point(s) should be verbally pointed out by both the student and instructor. 4. Must enter downwind and maximum bank angle of 30 degrees. 5. Can be broken off at any time by either student or instructor, or when traffic or other event comes into the flight during the maneuver. 6. Can be performed in both directions (Left and Right turns). Rectangular Course 1. Ensure area is clear of aircraft and obstructions and a clear area designated for emergencies is declared. 2. Must be at pattern altitude VPZ 1,800 MSL 3. Reference point(s) should be verbally pointed out by both the student and instructor. 4. Must enter downwind and maximum bank angle of 30 degrees. 5. Can be broken off at any time by either student or instructor, or when traffic or other event comes into the flight during the maneuver. 6. Can be performed in both directions (Left and Right turns). Emergency Procedures (simulated) Confined area landing 1. Refer to the Cessna Instructor Guide for guidance on how to conduct this situation. 2. Prior to instructor simulating this scenario, instructor shall provide an area where the student has to make a choice of where to land the aircraft with a reasonable amount of time and altitude. 3. Instructor will put hand on throttle and announce Simulated Engine Failure. 4. While the student is establishing best glide speed and starting their immediate memory items, the student should be looking for a suitable landing area that is free from obstructions and people. 5. Student should refer to the emergency checklist if time permits. 6. Instructor will monitor the progress of the flight and will discontinue the flight before reaching 500 AGL in a rural area only. No actual off airport landings are permitted. 7. As the aircraft is descending, the instructor will occasionally clear the engine by revving up the engine periodically to ensure the engine stays running. 8. If flaps are used, they will not be retracted until power is applied first. 9. Once student is proficient at off airport landings, instructor should bring the student back to the airport to practice simulated power off landings within the traffic pattern. 10. When performing this at an airport, the student should aim for a landing on the 1,000 markers. Once flaps are applied, they cannot be retracted until go-around power is applied first. Page 40 of 56

41 High altitude maneuvers Slow flight 1. Ensure area is clear of aircraft and obstructions. 2. With single engine aircraft minimum altitude 3,500 MSL 3. With multi engine aircraft minimum altitude 4,500 MSL 4. These can be performed in both the clean and dirty configurations. 5. Maneuvering during the slow flight should be conducted as clearing turns. Power off stalls 1. Ensure area is clear of aircraft and obstructions. 2. With single engine aircraft minimum altitude 3,500 MSL 3. With multi engine aircraft minimum altitude 4,500 MSL 4. This should be conducted in the landing configuration to simulate an approach to landing stall. 5. No steeper than 20 degrees of bank will be used if doing a turn. 6. Minimum loss of altitude once recovery is initiated. Power on stalls 1. Ensure area is clear of aircraft and obstructions. 2. With single engine aircraft minimum altitude 3,500 MSL 3. With multi engine aircraft minimum altitude 4,500 MSL 4. This should be conducted in the take-off configuration to simulate a departure stall. 5. No steeper than 20 degrees of bank will be used if doing a turn. 6. Minimum loss of altitude once recovery is initiated. Steep turns 1. Ensure area is clear of aircraft and obstructions. 2. With single engine aircraft minimum altitude 3,500 MSL 3. With multi engine aircraft minimum altitude 4,500 MSL 4. Maximum bank of 45 degrees for Private Pilot skill and 50 degrees for Commercial Pilot skill. 5. Maneuver can be broken off at any time by either pilot. Page 41 of 56

42 Attachment 6 Forms All forms are going to be found in this Section. Instructions for each form will be found on the first page before the form. All forms found in here are samples and the master copy of each form can be found in the Forms binder at in the office. Aircraft Maintenance Discrepancy Form Instructions: 1. Upon discovery of a discrepancy, the pilot or student will notify an instructor of the discrepancy. 2. The pilot, with instructor approval, will then fill out the discrepancy report and notify one of the following John Slegers, John Hoffa, Dante Pergher, Marty Preston, and/or Steve Prochaska. One of these officials will sign and verify the discrepancy in the verification area and declare its status. 3. If the aircraft is to have the item deferred, a maintenance official will sign and date the deferred block and the form will be carried with the aircraft till the item has been repaired. 4. Once the item has been repaired, the form will continue to be carried in the aircraft book for 60 days. After 60 days, the form may be removed from the aircraft book. Page 42 of 56

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44 Aviation Safety Report Company use only This report is to be filled out in the event an accident/incident/safety issue comes up. All reports are confidential and will be treated seriously. There will be no punitive action taken at any time unless the event was in violation of company policy or illegal by law. Anyone using this form should describe the event in as great of detail as they can provide. Video, pictures, or other media that can be included with the report to assist in the investigation of the report should be given directly to the Director of Safety. Tips on filling out the form 1. Be as descriptive as possible any vague or unclear details will likely slow down the investigation. 2. Fill out the report as soon as it is safe to do so. 3. Fill out the report as soon as possible after the event. 4. If more space is needed, attach an extra sheet of paper to the report. 5. An optional report to submit would be the NASA form which can be found here: This form can be either printed or submitted electronically. 6. If there are any questions on how to fill out the form, see the Director of Safety. Page 44 of 56

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48 This form is used for dispatching aircraft from the flight school. This form will first have the top part filled out by the dispatcher with their signature and date. The renter/student will then take the form with them to the aircraft during the preflight inspection. As the renter/student does their preflight, they will take note of the current tachometer reading and any discrepancy(s) found. If any discrepancy(s) are found, the renter/student will note them on the form. The renter will then take the form to an instructor for evaluation and further notification to maintenance. Page 48 of 56

49 Student s/renter s Name Dispatch Form Date/Time Aircraft Make/Model N Number Dispatcher Actions Maintenance Verifications Valid Pilot Certificate Current Current tach: Current Medical Certificate (CFI Endorsed) Identity Verified Next Inspection type: Qualified In Aircraft Meets Currency Requirements Due at tach: Completed Rental Agreement Covenant Not To Sue GPS Update Due: GPS, VOR, Fire Ext. log up to date Fuel Card Received: Dispatcher s Signature Date (PIC initials) Renter s Actions I have checked the weather for the intended flight and it is forecast to remain above the minimums prescribed by Operations Manual. I have preflighted the aircraft and found it airworthy and have determined that it has enough fuel on board to complete the intended flight, with a minimum of one hour reserve fuel. NOTE any damages: -Failure to note damage could result in your liability for the damage. I have read, understand, and agree to comply with the guidance in the Federal Aviation Regulations, Aeronautical Information Manual, and Operations Manual. My destination is and I estimate my return time to be AM/PM. If for any reason I will not return at this time, I will contact Eagle Aircraft by telephone or radio frequency PRIOR to my expected return time Page 49 of 56

50 I have made 3 takeoffs and landings within the preceding 90 days in the make & model aircraft I am renting today. Current tach : GPS Update Due: Next Inspection Type: Due at tach: PIC Signature Date Page 50 of 56

51 VOR/Fire Ext. Check This form is to be filled out every 30 days for VOR check and Fire Extinguisher check. For the VOR check, instructors and/or pilots should be following standard procedures for performing this check and making the proper notations in the form. For the Fire Extinguisher check, instructors and/or pilots should note the condition of the guage, the date, and their signature on the form. If there is a discrepancy on any part (VOR or Fire extinguisher), a report to maintenance should be made as soon as possible to get the part repaired as soon as possible. Page 51 of 56

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54 First Flight Navlog These are to be used for flight planning purposes with students or anyone who wishes to plan their flights. The purpose of this form is to organize a flight in an orderly fashion and to prevent pilots from getting lost along their route of flight. Students, pilots, and instructors should be filling this form out as completely as possible. This form can be located on the internet at: When flight planning a flight, use one form per leg of the flight. When student are conducting their cross country flights, they should be using three (3) forms as they will be going to, at minimum, three (3) different airports. Page 54 of 56

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