1.c.5.............  Lighting, visual approach aid (VASI     X
                     or PAPI) and approach lighting of
                     appropriate colors.
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1.c.6.............  Representative taxiway lights........   X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.d...............  Other helicopter landing area:
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1.d.1.............  Standard heliport designation (``H'')   X
                     marking, properly sized and oriented.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.d.2.............  Perimeter markings for the Touchdown    X
                     and Lift-Off Area (TLOF) or the
                     Final Approach and Takeoff Area
                     (FATO), as appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.d.3.............  Perimeter lighting for the TLOF or      X
                     the FATO areas, as appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.d.4.............  Appropriate markings and lighting to    X
                     allow movement from the runway or
                     helicopter landing area to another
                     part of the landing facility.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.................  Functional test content requirements for Level C and
                     Level D simulators
                    The following is the minimum airport/landing area
                     model content requirement to satisfy visual
                     capability tests, and provide suitable visual cues
                     to allow completion of all functions and subjective
                     tests described in this attachment for simulators
                     at Level C and Level D. Not all of the elements
                     described in this section must be found in a single
                     airport/landing area scene. However, all of the
                     elements described in this section must be found
                     throughout a combination of the four (4) airport/
                     landing area models described in entry 2.a. The
                     representations of the hazards (as described in
                     2.d.) must be ``hard objects'' that interact as
                     such if contacted by the simulated helicopter.
                     Additionally, surfaces on which the helicopter
                     lands must be ``hard surfaces.'' The model(s) used
                     to meet the following requirements must be
                     demonstrated at either a fictional or a real-world
                     airport or helicopter landing area, and each must
                     be acceptable to the sponsor's TPAA, selectable
                     from the IOS, and listed on the SOQ.
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2.a...............  There must be at least the following airport/
                     helicopter landing areas.
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2.a.1.............  At least one (1) representative              X    X
                     airport.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.2.............  At least three representative non-airport landing
                     areas, as follows:
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2.a.2.a...........  At least one (1) representative              X    X
                     helicopter landing area situated on
                     a substantially elevated surface
                     with respect to the surrounding
                     structures or terrain (e.g.,
                     building top, offshore oil rig).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.2.b...........  At least one (1) helicopter landing          X    X
                     area that meets the definition of a
                     ``confined landing area''.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.2.c...........  At least one (1) helicopter landing          X    X
                     area on a sloped surface where the
                     slope is at least 2\1/2\[deg].
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.b...............  For each of the airport/helicopter           X    X
                     landing areas described in 2.a., the
                     simulator must be able to provide at
                     least the following:
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2.b.1.............  A night and twilight (dusk)                  X    X
                     environment..
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2.b.2.............  A daylight environment...............             X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c...............  Non-airport helicopter landing areas must have the
                     following:
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2.c.1.............  Representative buildings, structures,        X    X
                     and lighting within appropriate
                     distances.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c.2.............  Representative moving and static             X    X
                     clutter (e.g., other aircraft, power
                     carts, tugs, fuel trucks).
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2.c.3.............  Representative depiction of terrain          X    X
                     and obstacles as well as significant
                     and identifiable natural and
                     cultural features, within 25 NM of
                     the reference landing area.
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2.c.4.............  Standard heliport designation (``H'')        X    X
                     marking, properly sized and oriented.
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2.c.5.............  Perimeter markings for the Touchdown         X    X
                     and Lift-Off Area (TLOF) or the
                     Final Approach and Takeoff Area
                     (FATO), as appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c.6.............  Perimeter lighting for the TLOF or           X    X
                     the FATO areas, as appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c.7.............  Appropriate markings and lighting to         X    X
                     allow movement from the area to
                     another part of the landing
                     facility, if appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c.8.............  Representative markings, lighting,           X    X
                     and signage, including a windsock
                     that gives appropriate wind cues.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c.9.............  Appropriate markings, lighting, and          X    X
                     signage necessary for position
                     identification, and to allow
                     movement from the landing area to
                     another part of the landing facility.
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2.c.10............  Representative moving and static             X    X
                     ground traffic (e.g., vehicular and
                     aircraft), including the ability to
                     present surface hazards (e.g.,
                     conflicting traffic, vehicular or
                     aircraft, on or approaching the
                     landing area).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c.11............  Portrayal of landing surface                 X    X
                     contaminants, including lighting
                     reflections when wet and partially
                     obscured lights when snow is
                     present, or suitable alternative
                     effects.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

2.d...............  All of the following three (3) hazards must be
                     presented in a combination of the three (3) non-
                     airport landing areas (described in entry 2.a.2. of
                     this table) and each of these non-airport landing
                     areas must have at least one of the following
                     hazards:
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2.d.1.............  Other airborne traffic...............        X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.d.2.............  Buildings, trees, or other vertical          X    X
                     obstructions in the immediate
                     landing area.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.d.3.............  Suspended wires in the immediate             X    X
                     landing area.
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2.e...............  Airport applications. Each airport must have the
                     following:
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2.e.1.............  At least one runway designated as            X    X
                     ``in-use'', appropriately marked and
                     capable of being lighted fully.
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2.e.2.............  Runway threshold elevations and         X    X    X
                     locations must be modeled to provide
                     sufficient correlation with
                     helicopter systems (e.g., HGS, GPS,
                     altimeter). Slopes in runways,
                     taxiways, and ramp areas, if
                     depicted in the visual scene, may
                     not cause distracting or unrealistic
                     effects, including pilot eye-point
                     height variation.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.e.3.............  Appropriate approach lighting systems        X    X
                     and airfield lighting for a VFR
                     circuit and landing, non-precision
                     approaches and landings, and
                     precision approaches and landings,
                     as appropriate..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.e.4.............  Representative taxiway lights........             X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.................  Airport or landing area model management
                    The following is the minimum visual scene management
                     requirements
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3.a...............  Runway and helicopter landing area      X    X    X
                     approach lighting must fade into
                     view in accordance with the
                     environmental conditions set in the
                     simulator.
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3.b...............  The direction of strobe lights,         X    X    X
                     approach lights, runway edge lights,
                     visual landing aids, runway
                     centerline lights, threshold lights,
                     touchdown zone lights, and TLOF or
                     FATO lights must be replicated.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.................  Visual feature recognition.
                    The following are the minimum distances at which
                     runway features must be visible. Distances are
                     measured from runway threshold or a helicopter
                     landing area to a helicopter aligned with the
                     runway or helicopter landing area on an extended
                     3[deg] glide-slope in simulated meteorological
                     conditions. For circling approaches, all tests
                     apply to the runway used for the initial approach
                     and to the runway of intended landing
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.a...............  For runways: Runway definition,         X    X    X
                     strobe lights, approach lights, and
                     runway edge lights from 5 sm (8 km)
                     of the runway threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.b...............  For runways: Centerline lights and      X    X    X
                     taxiway definition from 3 sm (5 km).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.c...............  For runways: Visual Approach Aid        X
                     lights (VASI or PAPI) from 3 sm (5
                     km) of the threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.d...............  For runways: Visual Approach Aid             X    X
                     lights (VASI or PAPI) from 5 sm (8
                     km) of the threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.e...............  For runways: Runway threshold lights    X    X    X
                     and touchdown zone lights from 2 sm
                     (3 km).
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4.f...............  For runways and helicopter landing      X    X    X
                     areas: Markings within range of
                     landing lights for night/twilight
                     scenes and the surface resolution
                     test on daylight scenes, as required.
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4.g...............  For circling approaches, the runway     X    X    X
                     of intended landing and associated
                     lighting must fade into view in a
                     non-distracting manner.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.h...............  For helicopter landing areas: Landing   X    X    X
                     direction lights and raised FATO
                     lights from 1 sm (1.5 km).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.i...............  For helicopter landing areas: Flush               X
                     mounted FATO lights, TOFL lights,
                     and the lighted windsock from 0.5 sm
                     (750 m).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.j...............  Hover taxiway lighting (yellow/blue/              X
                     yellow cylinders) from TOFL area.
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5.................  Airport or helicopter landing area model content

                    The following prescribes the minimum requirements
                     for an airport/helicopter landing area model and
                     identifies other aspects of the environment that
                     must correspond with that model for simulators at
                     Level B, Level C, and Level D. For circling
                     approaches, all tests apply to the runway used for
                     the initial approach and to the runway of intended
                     landing. If all runways or landing areas in a
                     visual model used to meet the requirements of this
                     attachment are not designated as ``in use,'' then
                     the ``in use'' runways/landing areas must be listed
                     on the SOQ (e.g., KORD, Rwys 9R, 14L, 22R). Models
                     of airports or helicopter landing areas with more
                     than one runway or landing area must have all
                     significant runways or landing areas not ``in-use''
                     visually depicted for airport runway/landing area
                     recognition purposes. The use of white or off-white
                     light strings that identify the runway or landing
                     area for twilight and night scenes are acceptable
                     for this requirement; and rectangular surface
                     depictions are acceptable for daylight scenes. A
                     visual system's capabilities must be balanced
                     between providing visual models with an accurate
                     representation of the airport and a realistic
                     representation of the surrounding environment. Each
                     runway or helicopter landing area designated as an
                     ``in-use'' runway or area must include the
                     following detail that is developed using airport
                     pictures, construction drawings and maps, or other
                     similar data, or developed in accordance with
                     published regulatory material; however, this does
                     not require that such models contain details that
                     are beyond the design capability of the currently
                     qualified visual system. Only one ``primary'' taxi
                     route from parking to the runway end or helicopter
                     takeoff/landing area will be required for each ``in-
                     use'' runway or helicopter takeoff/landing area.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.a...............  The surface and markings for each ``in-use'' runway
                     or helicopter landing area must include the
                     following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.a.1.............  For airports: Runway threshold          X    X    X
                     markings, runway numbers, touchdown
                     zone markings, fixed distance
                     markings, runway edge markings, and
                     runway centerline stripes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.a.2.............  For helicopter landing areas:           X    X    X
                     Markings for standard heliport
                     identification (``H'') and TOFL,
                     FATO, and safety areas.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.b...............  The lighting for each ``in-use'' runway or
                     helicopter landing area must include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.b.1.............  For airports: Runway approach,          X    X    X
                     threshold, edge, end, centerline (if
                     applicable), touchdown zone (if
                     applicable), leadoff, and visual
                     landing aid lights or light systems
                     for that runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.b.2.............  For helicopter landing areas: landing   X    X    X
                     direction, raised and flush FATO,
                     TOFL, windsock lighting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.c...............  The taxiway surface and markings associated with
                     each ``in-use'' runway or helicopter landing area
                     must include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.c.1.............  For airports: Taxiway edge,             X    X    X
                     centerline (if appropriate), runway
                     hold lines, and ILS critical area(s).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.c.2.............  For helicopter landing areas:           X    X    X
                     taxiways, taxi routes, and aprons.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.d...............  The taxiway lighting associated with each ``in-use''
                     runway or helicopter landing area must include the
                     following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.d.1.............  For airports: Runway edge, centerline   X    X    X
                     (if appropriate), runway hold lines,
                     ILS critical areas.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.d.2.............  For helicopter landing areas:           X    X    X
                     taxiways, taxi routes, and aprons.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.d.3.............  For airports: taxiway lighting of                 X
                     correct color.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.e...............  Airport signage associated with each ``in-use''
                     runway or helicopter landing area must include the
                     following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.e.1.............  For airports: Signs for runway          X    X    X
                     distance remaining, intersecting
                     runway with taxiway, and
                     intersecting taxiway with taxiway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.e.2.............  For helicopter landing areas: as        X    X    X
                     appropriate for the model used.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.f...............  Required visual model correlation with other aspects
                     of the airport or helicopter landing environment
                     simulation:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.f.1.............  The airport or helicopter landing       X    X    X
                     area model must be properly aligned
                     with the navigational aids that are
                     associated with operations at the
                     ``in-use'' runway or helicopter
                     landing area.
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5.f.2.............  The simulation of runway or                  X    X
                     helicopter landing area contaminants
                     must be correlated with the
                     displayed runway surface and
                     lighting where applicable.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.................  Correlation with helicopter and associated equipment
                    The following are the minimum correlation
                     comparisons that must be made for simulators at
                     Level B, Level C, and Level D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.a...............  Visual system compatibility with        X    X    X
                     aerodynamic programming.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.b...............  Visual cues to assess sink rate and     X    X    X
                     depth perception during landings.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.c...............  Accurate portrayal of environment       X    X    X
                     relating to flight simulator
                     attitudes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

6.d...............  The visual scene must correlate with         X    X
                     integrated helicopter systems (e.g.,
                     terrain, traffic and weather
                     avoidance systems and Head-up
                     Guidance System (HGS)).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.e...............  Representative visual effects for       X    X    X
                     each visible, own-ship, helicopter
                     external light(s)--taxi and landing
                     light lobes (including independent
                     operation, if appropriate).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.f...............  The effect of rain removal devices...        X    X
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7.................  Scene quality
                    The following are the minimum scene quality tests
                     that must be conducted for simulators at Level B,
                     Level C, and Level D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.a...............  Surfaces and textural cues must be           X    X
                     free from apparent and distracting
                     quantization (aliasing).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.b...............  System capable of portraying full            X    X
                     color realistic textural cues.
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7.c...............  The system light points must be free    X    X    X
                     from distracting jitter, smearing or
                     streaking.
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7.d...............  Demonstration of occulting through      X    X    X
                     each channel of the system in an
                     operational scene.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.e...............  Demonstration of a minimum of ten            X    X
                     levels of occulting through each
                     channel of the system in an
                     operational scene.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.f...............  System capable of providing focus            X    X
                     effects that simulate rain..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.g...............  System capable of providing focus            X    X
                     effects that simulate light point
                     perspective growth.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.h...............  Runway light controls capable of six    X    X    X
                     discrete light steps (0-5).
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8.................  Environmental effects.
                    The following are the minimum environmental effects
                     that must be available in simulators at Level B,
                     Level C, and Level D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.a...............  The displayed scene corresponding to              X
                     the appropriate surface contaminants
                     and include appropriate lighting
                     reflections for wet, partially
                     obscured lights for snow, or
                     alternative effects.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.b...............  Special weather representations which include:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.b.1.............  The sound, motion and visual effects              X
                     of light, medium and heavy
                     precipitation near a thunderstorm on
                     take-off, approach, and landings at
                     and below an altitude of 2,000 ft
                     (600 m) above the surface and within
                     a radius of 10 sm (16 km) from the
                     airport or helicopter landing area.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.b.2.............  One airport or helicopter landing                 X
                     area with a snow scene to include
                     terrain snow and snow-covered
                     surfaces.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.c...............  In-cloud effects such as variable            X    X
                     cloud density, speed cues and
                     ambient changes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.d...............  The effect of multiple cloud layers          X    X
                     representing few, scattered, broken
                     and overcast conditions giving
                     partial or complete obstruction of
                     the ground scene.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.e...............  Visibility and RVR measured in terms    X    X    X
                     of distance. Visibility/RVR checked
                     at 2,000 ft (600 m) above the
                     airport or helicopter landing area
                     and at two heights below 2,000 ft
                     with at least 500 ft of separation
                     between the measurements. The
                     measurements must be taken within a
                     radius of 10 sm (16 km) from the
                     airport or helicopter landing area.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.f...............  Patchy fog giving the effect of                   X
                     variable RVR.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.g...............  Effects of fog on airport lighting           X    X
                     such as halos and defocus.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.h...............  Effect of own-ship lighting in               X    X
                     reduced visibility, such as
                     reflected glare, including landing
                     lights, strobes, and beacons.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.i...............  Wind cues to provide the effect of                X
                     blowing snow or sand across a dry
                     runway or taxiway selectable from
                     the instructor station.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.j...............  ``White-out'' or ``Brown-out''                    X
                     effects due to rotor downwash
                     beginning at a distance above the
                     ground equal to the rotor diameter.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9.................  Instructor control of the following:
                    The following are the minimum instructor controls
                     that must be available in Level B, Level C, and
                     Level D simulators, as indicated.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9.a...............  Environmental effects, e.g. cloud       X    X    X
                     base, cloud effects, cloud density,
                     visibility in statute miles/
                     kilometers and RVR in feet/meters.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

9.b...............  Airport or helicopter landing area      X    X    X
                     selection.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9.c...............  Airport or helicopter landing area      X    X    X
                     lighting, including variable
                     intensity.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9.d...............  Dynamic effects including ground and         X    X
                     flight traffic.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                           End QPS Requirement
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                            Begin Information
------------------------------------------------------------------------
10................  An example of being able to ``combine two airport
                     models to achieve two ``in-use'' runways: One
                     runway designated as the ``in-use'' runway in the
                     first model of the airport, and the second runway
                     designated as the ``in-use'' runway in the second
                     model of the same airport. For example, the
                     clearance is for the ILS approach to Runway 27,
                     Circle to Land on Runway 18 right. Two airport
                     visual models might be used: the first with Runway
                     27 designated as the ``in use'' runway for the
                     approach to runway 27, and the second with Runway
                     18 Right designated as the ``in use'' runway. When
                     the pilot breaks off the ILS approach to runway 27,
                     the instructor may change to the second airport
                     visual model in which runway 18 Right is designated
                     as the ``in use'' runway, and the pilot would make
                     a visual approach and landing. This process is
                     acceptable to the FAA as long as the temporary
                     interruption due to the visual model change is not
                     distracting to the pilot.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
11................  Sponsors are not required to provide every detail of
                     a runway, but the detail that is provided should be
                     correct within reasonable limits.
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                             End Information
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               Table C3C.--Functions and Subjective Tests
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                            QPS requirements
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
                       Visual scene content additional       Simulator
                    airport or landing area models beyond      level
     Entry No.        minimum required for qualification  --------------
                       Class II airport or landing area
                                    models                  B    C    D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
This table specifies the minimum airport or helicopter landing area
 visual model content and functionality necessary to add visual models
 to a simulator's visual model library (i.e., beyond those necessary for
 qualification at the stated level) without the necessity of further
 involvement of the NSPM or TPAA.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.................  Airport or landing area model management
                    The following is the minimum visual scene management
                     requirements for simulators at Levels B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.a...............  The installation and direction of the following
                     lights must be replicated for the ``in-use''
                     surface:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.a.1.............  For ``in-use'' runways: Strobe          X    X    X
                     lights, approach lights, runway edge
                     lights, visual landing aids, runway
                     centerline lights, threshold lights,
                     and touchdown zone lights.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.a.2.............  For ``in-use'' helicopter landing       X    X    X
                     areas: ground level TLOF perimeter
                     lights, elevated TLOF perimeter
                     lights (if applicable), Optional
                     TLOF lights (if applicable), ground
                     FATO perimeter lights, elevated TLOF
                     lights (if applicable), landing
                     direction lights.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.................  Visual feature recognition
                    The following are the minimum distances at which
                     runway or landing area features must be visible for
                     simulators at Levels B, C, and D. Distances are
                     measured from runway threshold or a helicopter
                     landing area to an aircraft aligned with the runway
                     or helicopter landing area on a 3[deg] glide-slope
                     from the aircraft to the touchdown point, in
                     simulated meteorological conditions. For circling
                     approaches, all tests apply to the runway used for
                     the initial approach and to the runway of intended
                     landing.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a...............  For Runways:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.1.............  Strobe lights, approach lights, and     X    X    X
                     edge lights from 5 sm (8 km) of the
                     threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.2.............  Centerline lights and taxiway           X    X    X
                     definition from 3 sm (5 km).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.3.............  Visual Approach Aid lights (VASI or     X
                     PAPI) from 3 sm (5 km) of the
                     threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.4.............  Visual Approach Aid lights (VASI or          X    X
                     PAPI) from 5 sm (8 km) of the
                     threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.5.............  Threshold lights and touchdown zone     X    X    X
                     lights from 2 sm (3 km).
------------------------------------------------------------------------

2.a.6.............  Markings within range of landing        X    X    X
                     lights for night/twilight (dusk)
                     scenes and as required by the
                     surface resolution test on daylight
                     scenes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.7.............  For circling approaches, the runway     X    X    X
                     of intended landing and associated
                     lighting must fade into view in a
                     non-distracting manner.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.b...............  For Helicopter landing areas:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.b.1.............  Landing direction lights and raised     X    X    X
                     FATO lights from 1 sm (1.5 km).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.b.2.............  Flush mounted FATO lights, TOFL              X    X
                     lights, and the lighted windsock
                     from 0.5 sm (750 m).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.b.3.............  Hover taxiway lighting (yellow/blue/         X    X
                     yellow cylinders) from TOFL area.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.b.4.............  Markings within range of landing        X    X    X
                     lights for night/twilight (dusk)
                     scenes and as required by the
                     surface resolution test on daylight
                     scenes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.................  Airport or Helicopter landing area model content
                    The following prescribes the minimum requirements
                     for what must be provided in an airport visual
                     model and identifies other aspects of the airport
                     environment that must correspond with that model
                     for simulators at Level B, C, and D. The detail
                     must be developed using airport pictures,
                     construction drawings and maps, or other similar
                     data, or developed in accordance with published
                     regulatory material; however, this does not require
                     that airport or helicopter landing area models
                     contain details that are beyond the designed
                     capability of the currently qualified visual
                     system. For circling approaches, all requirements
                     of this section apply to the runway used for the
                     initial approach and to the runway of intended
                     landing. Only one ``primary'' taxi route from
                     parking to the runway end or helicopter takeoff/
                     landing area will be required for each ``in-use''
                     runway or helicopter takeoff/landing area.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.a...............  The surface and markings for each ``in-use'' runway
                     or helicopter landing area must include the
                     following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.a.1.............  For airports: Runway threshold          X    X    X
                     markings, runway numbers, touchdown
                     zone markings, fixed distance
                     markings, runway edge markings, and
                     runway centerline stripes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.a.2.............  For helicopter landing areas:           X    X    X
                     Standard heliport marking (``H''),
                     TOFL, FATO, and safety areas.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.b...............  The lighting for each ``in-use'' runway or
                     helicopter landing area must include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.b.1.............  For airports: Runway approach,          X    X    X
                     threshold, edge, end, centerline (if
                     applicable), touchdown zone (if
                     applicable), leadoff, and visual
                     landing aid lights or light systems
                     for that runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.b.2.............  For helicopter landing areas: Landing   X    X    X
                     direction, raised and flush FATO,
                     TOFL, windsock lighting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.c...............  The taxiway surface and markings associated with
                     each ``in-use'' runway or helicopter landing area
                     must include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.c.1.............  For airports: Taxiway edge,             X    X    X
                     centerline (if appropriate), runway
                     hold lines, and ILS critical area(s).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.c.2.............  For helicopter landing areas:           X    X    X
                     Taxiways, taxi routes, and aprons.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.d...............  The taxiway lighting associated with each ``in-use''
                     runway or helicopter landing area must include the
                     following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.d.1.............  For airports: Runway edge, centerline   X    X    X
                     (if appropriate), runway hold lines,
                     ILS critical areas.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.d.2.............  For helicopter landing areas:           X    X    X
                     Taxiways, taxi routes, and aprons.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.d.3.............  For airports: Taxiway lighting of                 X
                     correct color.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.................  Required visual model correlation with other aspects
                     of the airport environment simulation
                    The following are the minimum visual model
                     correlation tests that must be conducted for Level
                     B, Level C, and Level D simulators, as indicated.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.a...............  The airport model must be properly      X    X    X
                     aligned with the navigational aids
                     that are associated with operations
                     at the ``in-use'' runway.
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4.b...............  Slopes in runways, taxiways, and ramp   X    X    X
                     areas, if depicted in the visual
                     scene, must not cause distracting or
                     unrealistic effects.
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5.................  Correlation with helicopter and associated equipment
                    The following are the minimum correlation
                     comparisons that must be made for simulators at
                     Level B, C, and D.
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5.a...............  Visual system compatibility with        X    X    X
                     aerodynamic programming.
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5.b...............  Accurate portrayal of environment       X    X    X
                     relating to flight simulator
                     attitudes.
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5.c...............  Visual cues to assess sink rate and     X    X    X
                     depth perception during landings.
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6.................  Scene quality
                    The following are the minimum scene quality tests
                     that must be conducted for simulators at Level B,
                     C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.a...............  Light points free from distracting      X    X    X
                     jitter, smearing or streaking.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.b...............  Surfaces and textural cues free from         X    X
                     apparent and distracting
                     quantization (aliasing).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.c...............  Correct color and realistic textural              X
                     cues.
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7.................  Instructor controls of the following:
                    The following are the minimum instructor controls
                     that must be available in Level B, Level C, and
                     Level D simulators, as indicated.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.a...............  Environmental effects, e.g., cloud      X    X    X
                     base (if used), cloud effects, cloud
                     density, visibility in statute miles/
                     kilometers and RVR in feet/meters.
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7.b...............  Airport/Heliport selection...........   X    X    X
7.c...............  Airport lighting including variable     X    X    X
                     intensity.
7.d...............  Dynamic effects including ground and         X    X
                     flight traffic.
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                          End QPS Requirements
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                            Begin Information
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.................  Sponsors are not required to provide    X    X    X
                     every detail of a runway or
                     helicopter landing area, but the
                     detail that is provided must be
                     correct within the capabilities of
                     the system.
¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤
                             End Information
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                                    Table C3D--Functions and Subjective Tests
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                                  QPS requirements                                           Information
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                                                                  Simulator level
       Entry No.               Motion system (and special      ---------------------            Notes
                               aerodynamic model) effects         B      C      D
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This table specifies motion effects that are required to indicate the threshold at which a flight crewmember
 must be able to recognize an event or situation. Where applicable, flight simulator pitch, side loading and
 directional control characteristics must be representative of the helicopter.
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1......................  Runway rumble, oleo deflection,           X      X      X   If time permits, different
                          ground speed, uneven runway, runway                         gross weights can also be
                          and taxiway centerline light                                selected as this may also
                          characteristics:                                            affect the associated
                         Procedure: After the helicopter has                          vibrations depending on
                          been pre-set to the takeoff position                        helicopter type. The
                          and then released, taxi at various                          associated motion effects
                          speeds with a smooth runway and note                        for the above tests should
                          the general characteristics of the                          also include an assessment
                          simulated runway rumble effects of                          of the effects of rolling
                          oleo deflections. Repeat the                                over centerline lights,
                          maneuver with a runway roughness of                         surface discontinuities of
                          50%, then with maximum roughness.                           uneven runways, and
                          Note the associated motion                                  various taxiway
                          vibrations affected by ground speed                         characteristics.
                          and runway roughness
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2......................  Friction Drag from Skid-type Landing             X      X   ...........................
                          Gear:
                         Procedure: Perform a running takeoff
                          or a running landing and note an
                          increase in a fuselage vibration (as
                          opposed to rotor vibration) due to
                          the friction of dragging the skid
                          along the surface. This vibration
                          will lessen as the ground speed
                          decreases
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3......................  Rotor Out-of-Track and/or Out-of-         X      X      X   Does not require becoming
                          Balance condition:                                          airborne. The abnormal
                         Procedure: Select the malfunction or                         vibration for Out-of-Track
                          condition from the IOS. Start the                           and Out-of-Balance
                          engine(s) normally and check for an                         conditions should be
                          abnormal vibration for an Out-of-                           recognized in the
                          Track condition and check for an                            frequency range of the
                          abnormal vibration for an Out-of-                           inverse of the period for
                          Balance condition                                           each; i.e., 1/P for
                                                                                vertical vibration, and 1/
                                                                                P for lateral vibration.
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4......................  Bumps associated with the landing         X      X      X   When the landing gear is
                          gear:                                                       extended or retracted,
                         Procedure: Perform a normal take-off                         motion bumps can be felt
                          paying special attention to the                             when the gear locks into
                          bumps that could be perceptible due                         position.
                          to maximum oleo extension after lift-
                          off
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5......................  Buffet during extension and               X      X      X   ...........................
                          retraction of landing gear:
                         Procedure: Operate the landing gear.
                          Check that the motion cues of the
                          buffet experienced represent the
                          actual helicopter
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6......................  Failure of Dynamic Vibration Absorber     X      X      X   ...........................
                          or similar system as appropriate for
                          the helicopter (e.g., droop stop or
                          static stop):
                         Procedure: May be accomplished any
                          time the rotor is engaged. Select
                          the appropriate failure at the IOS,
                          note an appropriate increase in
                          vibration and check that the
                          vibration intensity and frequency
                          increases with an increase in RPM
                          and an increase in collective
                          application
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7......................  Tail Rotor Drive Failure:                 X      X      X   The tail rotor operates in
                         Procedure: With the engine(s) running                        the medium frequency
                          and the rotor engaged--select the                           range, normally estimated
                          malfunction and note the immediate                          by multiplying the tail
                          increase of medium frequency                                rotor gear box ratio by
                          vibration                                                   the main rotor RPM. The
                                                                                failure can be recognized
                                                                                by an increase in the
                                                                                vibrations in this
                                                                                frequency range.
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8......................  Touchdown cues for main and nose          X      X      X   ...........................
                          gear:
                         Procedure: Conduct several normal
                          approaches with various rates of
                          descent. Check that the motion cues
                          for the touchdown bumps for each
                          descent rate are representative of
                          the actual helicopter
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9......................  Tire failure dynamics:                           X      X   The pilot may notice some
                         Procedure: Simulate a single tire                            yawing with a multiple
                          failure and a multiple tire failure                         tire failure selected on
                                                                                the same side. This should
                                                                                require the use of the
                                                                                pedal to maintain control
                                                                                of the helicopter.
                                                                                Dependent on helicopter
                                                                                type, a single tire
                                                                                failure may not be noticed
                                                                                by the pilot and may not
                                                                                cause any special motion
                                                                                effect. Sound or vibration
                                                                                may be associated with the
                                                                                actual tire losing
                                                                                pressure.
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10.....................  Engine malfunction and engine damage:     X      X      X   ...........................
                         Procedure: The characteristics of an
                          engine malfunction as prescribed in
                          the malfunction definition document
                          for the particular flight simulator
                          must describe the special motion
                          effects felt by the pilot. Note the
                          associated engine instruments
                          varying according to the nature of
                          the malfunction and note the
                          replication of the effects of the
                          airframe vibration
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11.....................  Tail boom strikes:                        X      X      X   The motion effect should be
                         Procedure: Tail-strikes can be                               felt as a noticeable nose
                          checked by over-rotation of the                             down pitching moment.
                          helicopter at a quick stop or
                          autorotation to the ground
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12.....................  Vortex Ring State (Settling with                 X      X   When the aircraft begins to
                          Power):                                                     shudder, the application
                         Procedure: Specific procedures may                           of additional up
                          differ between helicopters and may                          collective increases the
                          be prescribed by the Helicopter                             vibration and sink rate.
                          Manufacturer or other subject matter                        One recovery method is to
                          expert. However, the following                              decrease collective to
                          information is provided for                                 enter vertical
                          illustrative purposes * * * To enter                        autorotation and/or use
                          the maneuver, reduce power below                            cyclic inputs to gain
                          hover power. Hold altitude with aft                         horizontal airspeed and
                          cyclic until the airspeed approaches                        exit from vortex ring
                          20 knots. Then allow the sink rate                          state.
                          to increase to 300 feet per minute
                          or more as the attitude is adjusted
                          to obtain an airspeed of less than
                          10 knots
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13.....................  Retreating Blade Stall:                          X      X   Correct recovery from
                         Procedure: Specific procedures may                           retreating blade stall
                          differ between helicopters and may                          requires the collective to
                          be prescribed by the Helicopter                             be lowered first, which
                          Manufacturer or other subject matter                        reduces blade angles and
                          expert. However, the following                              the angle of attack. Aft
                          information is provided for                                 cyclic can then be used to
                          illustrative purposes: To enter the                         slow the helicopter.
                          maneuver, increase forward airspeed;
                          the effect will be recognized
                          through the development of a low
                          frequency vibration, pitching up of
                          the nose, and a roll in the
                          direction of the retreating blade.
                          High weight, low rotor RPM, high
                          density altitude, turbulence or
                          steep, abrupt turns are all
                          conducive to retreating blade stall
                          at high forward airspeeds
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14.....................  Translational Lift Effects:               X      X      X   ...........................
                         Procedure: From a stabilized in-
                          ground-effect (IGE) Hover begin a
                          forward acceleration. When passing
                          through the effective translational
                          lift range, the noticeable effect
                          will be a possible nose pitch-up in
                          some helicopters, an increase in the
                          rate of climb, and a temporary
                          increase in vibration level (in some
                          cases this vibration may be
                          pronounced). This effect is
                          experienced again upon deceleration
                          through the appropriate speed range.
                          During deceleration, the pitch and
                          rate of climb will have the reverse
                          effect, but there will be a similar,
                          temporary increase in vibration
                          level
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               Table C3E.--Functions and Subjective Tests
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                            QPS Requirements
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                                                       Simulator level
    Entry number               Sound system         --------------------
                                                       B      C      D
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The following checks are performed during a normal flight profile,
 motion system ON.
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1...................  Precipitation................            X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2...................  Rain removal equipment.......            X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3...................  Helicopter noises used by the            X      X
                       pilot for normal helicopter
                       operation..
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4...................  Abnormal operations for which            X      X
                       there are associated sound
                       cues, including engine
                       malfunctions, landing gear
                       or tire malfunctions, tail
                       boom.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5...................  Sound of a crash when the                X      X
                       flight simulator is landed
                       in excess of limitations.
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               Table C3F.--Functions and Subjective Tests
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                            QPS Requirements
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                       Simulator level
    Entry number             Special effects        --------------------
                                                       B      C      D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
This table specifies the minimum special effects necessary for the
 specified simulator level.
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1...................  Braking Dynamics:............            X      X
                      Representations of the
                       dynamics of brake failure
                       (flight simulator pitch,
                       side-loading, and
                       directional control
                       characteristics
                       representative of the
                       helicopter), including
                       antiskid and decreased brake
                       efficiency due to high brake
                       temperatures (based on
                       helicopter related data),
                       sufficient to enable pilot
                       identification of the
                       problem and implementation
                       of appropriate procedures.
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2...................  Effects of Airframe and                  X      X
                       Engine Icing: Required only
                       for those helicopters
                       authorized for operations in
                       known icing conditions.
                      Procedure: With the simulator
                       airborne, in a clean
                       configuration, nominal
                       altitude and cruise
                       airspeed, autopilot on and
                       auto-throttles off, engine
                       and airfoil anti-ice/de-ice
                       systems deactivated;
                       activate icing conditions at
                       a rate that allows
                       monitoring of simulator and
                       systems response.
                      Icing recognition will
                       include an increase in gross
                       weight, airspeed decay,
                       change in simulator pitch
                       attitude, change in engine
                       performance indications
                       (other than due to airspeed
                       changes), and change in data
                       from pitot/static system, or
                       rotor out-of-track/balance.
                       Activate heating, anti-ice,
                       or de-ice systems
                       independently. Recognition
                       will include proper effects
                       of these systems, eventually
                       returning the simulated
                       helicopter to normal flight.
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               Table C3G.--Functions and Subjective Tests
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                            QPS Requirements
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                       Simulator level
    Entry number       Instructor Operating Station --------------------
                                  (IOS)                B      C      D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Functions in this table are subject to evaluation only if appropriate
 for the helicopter or the system is installed on the specific
 simulator.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1...................  Simulator Power Switch(es)...     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2...................  Helicopter conditions.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a.................  Gross weight, center of           X      X      X
                       gravity, fuel loading and
                       allocation.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.b.................  Helicopter systems status....     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c.................  Ground crew functions........     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3...................  Airports/Heliports.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.a.................  Number and selection.........     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.b.................  Runway or landing area            X      X      X
                       selection.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.c.................  Landing surface conditions        X      X      X
                       (rough, smooth, icy, wet,
                       dry, snow).
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3.d.................  Preset positions.............     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.e.................  Lighting controls............     X      X      X
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4...................  Environmental controls.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.a.................  Visibility (statute miles/        X      X      X
                       kilometers).
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4.b.................  Runway visual range (in feet/     X      X      X
                       meters).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.c.................  Temperature..................     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.d.................  Climate conditions...........     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.e.................  Wind speed and direction.....     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5...................  Helicopter system                 X      X      X
                       malfunctions (Insertion/
                       deletion)..
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6...................  Locks, Freezes, and Repositioning.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.a.................  Problem (all) freeze/release.     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------

6.b.................  Position (geographic) freeze/     X      X      X
                       release.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.c.................  Repositioning (locations,         X      X      X
                       freezes, and releases).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.d.................  Ground speed control.........     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7...................  Remote IOS...................     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8...................  Sound Controls. On/off/           X      X      X
                       adjustment.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9...................  Motion/Control Loading System.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9.a.................  On/off/emergency stop........     X      X      X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
10..................  Observer Seats/Stations.          X      X      X
                       Position/Adjustment/Positive
                       restraint system.
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Attachment 4 to Appendix C to Part 60--SAMPLE DOCUMENTS

Table of Contents

Title of Sample

Figure C4A Sample Letter, Request for Initial, Upgrade, or
Reinstatement Evaluation.
Figure C4B Attachment: FFS Information Form
Figure A4C Sample Letter of Compliance
Figure C4D Sample Qualification Test Guide Cover Page
Figure C4E Sample Statement of Qualification--Certificate
Figure C4F Sample Statement of Qualification--Configuration List
Figure C4G Sample Statement of Qualification--List of Qualified
Tasks
Figure C4H Sample Continuing Qualification Evaluation Requirements
Page
Figure C4I Sample MQTG Index of Effective FFS Directives
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Attachment 5 to Appendix C to Part 60--FSTD DIRECTIVES APPLICABLE TO
HELICOPTER FFSs

Flight Simulation Training Device (FSTD) Directive

    FSTD Directive 1. Applicable to all FFSs, regardless of the
original qualification basis and qualification date (original or
upgrade), having Class II or Class III airport models available.
    Agency: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT
    Action: This is a retroactive requirement to have all Class II
or Class III airport models meet current requirements.
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    Summary: Notwithstanding the authorization listed in paragraph
13b in Appendices A and C of this part, this FSTD Directive requires
each certificate holder to ensure that by May 30, 2009, except for
the airport model(s) used to qualify the simulator at the designated
level, each airport model used by the certificate holder's
instructors or evaluators for training, checking, or testing under
this chapter in an FFS, meets the definition of a Class II or Class
III airport model as defined in 14CFR part 60. The completion of
this requirement will not require a report, and the method used for
keeping instructors and evaluators apprised of the airport models
that meet Class II or Class III requirements on any given simulator
is at the option of the certificate holder whose employees are using
the FFS, but the method used must be available for review by the
TPAA for that certificate holder.
    Dates: FSTD Directive 1 becomes effective on May 30, 2008.
    For Further Information Contact: Ed Cook, Senior Advisor to the
Division Manager, Air Transportation Division, AFS-200, 800
Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC, 20591: telephone: (404) 832-
4701; fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.

Specific Requirements:

    1. Part 60 requires that each FSTD be:
    a. Sponsored by a person holding or applying for an FAA
operating certificate under Part 119, Part 141, or Part 142, or
holding or applying for an FAA-approved training program under Part
63, Appendix C, for flight engineers, and
    b. Evaluated and issued an SOQ for a specific FSTD level.
    2. FFSs also require the installation of a visual system that is
capable of providing an out-of-the-flight-deck view of airport
models. However, historically these airport models were not
routinely evaluated or required to meet any standardized criteria.
This has led to qualified simulators containing airport models being
used to meet FAA-approved training, testing, or checking
requirements with potentially incorrect or inappropriate visual
references.
    3. To prevent this from occurring in the future, by May 30,
2009, except for the airport model(s) used to qualify the simulator
at the designated level, each certificate holder must assure that
each airport model used for training, testing, or checking under
this chapter in a qualified FFS meets the definition of a Class II
or Class III airport model as defined in Appendix F of this part.
    4. These references describe the requirements for visual scene
management and the minimum distances from which runway or landing
area features must be visible for all levels of simulator. The
visual scene or airport model must provide, for each ``in-use
runway'' or ``in-use landing area,'' runway or landing area surface
and markings, runway or landing area lighting, taxiway surface and
markings, and taxiway lighting. Additional requirements include
correlation of the visual scenes or airport models with other
aspects of the airport environment, correlation of the aircraft and
associated equipment, scene quality assessment features, and the
extent to which the instructor is able to exercise control of these
scenes or models.
    5. For circling approaches, all requirements of this section
apply to the runway used for the initial approach and to the runway
of intended landing.
    6. The details in these scenes or models must be developed using
airport pictures, construction drawings and maps, or other similar
data, or be developed in accordance with published regulatory
material. However, FSTD Directive 1 does not require that airport
models contain details that are beyond the initially designed
capability of the visual system, as currently qualified. The
recognized limitations to visual systems are as follows:

    a. Visual systems not required to have runway numbers as a part
of the specific runway marking requirements are:
    (1) Link NVS and DNVS.
    (2) Novoview 2500 and 6000.
    (3) FlightSafety VITAL series up to, and including, VITAL III,
but not beyond.
    (4) Redifusion SP1, SP1T, and SP2.
    b. Visual systems required to display runway numbers only for
LOFT scenes are:
    (1) FlightSafety VITAL IV.
    (2) Redifusion SP3 and SP3T.
    (3) Link-Miles Image II.
    c. Visual systems not required to have accurate taxiway edge
lighting are:
    (1) Redifusion SP1.
    (2) FlightSafety Vital IV.
    (3) Link-Miles Image II and Image IIT
    (4) XKD displays (even though the XKD image generator is capable
of generating blue colored lights, the display cannot accommodate
that color).
    7. A copy of this Directive must be filed in the MQTG in the
designated FSTD Directive Section, and its inclusion must be
annotated on the Index of Effective FSTD Directives chart. See
Attachment 4, Appendices A through D of this part for a sample MQTG
Index of Effective FSTD Directives chart.

Appendix D to Part 60--Qualification Performance Standards for
Helicopter Flight Training Devices

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Begin Information

    This appendix establishes the standards for Helicopter Flight
Training Device (FTD) evaluation and qualification at Level 4, Level
5, Level 6, or Level 7. The NSPM is responsible for the development,
application, and implementation of the standards contained within
this appendix. The procedures and criteria specified in this
appendix will be used by the NSPM, or a person or persons assigned
by the NSPM when conducting helicopter FTD evaluations.

Table of Contents

    1. Introduction.
    2. Applicability (Sec. Sec.  60.1, 60.2).
    3. Definitions (Sec.  60.3).
    4. Qualification Performance Standards (Sec.  60.4).
    5. Quality Management System (Sec.  60.5).
    6. Sponsor Qualification Requirements (Sec.  60.7).
    7. Additional Responsibilities of the Sponsor (Sec.  60.9).
    8. FTD Use (Sec.  60.11).
    9. FTD Objective Data Requirements (Sec.  60.13).
    10. Special Equipment and Personnel Requirements for
Qualification of the FTD (Sec.  60.14).
    11. Initial (and Upgrade) Qualification Requirements (Sec.
60.15).
    12. Additional Qualifications for Currently Qualified FTDs
(Sec.  60.16).
    13. Previously Qualified FTDs (Sec.  60.17).
    14. Inspection, Continuing Qualification Evaluation, and
Maintenance Requirements (Sec.  60.19).
    15. Logging FTD Discrepancies (Sec.  60.20).
    16. Interim Qualification of FTDs for New Helicopter Types or
Models (Sec.  60.21).
    17. Modifications to FTDs (Sec.  60.23).
    18. Operations with Missing, Malfunctioning, or Inoperative
Components (Sec.  60.25).
    19. Automatic Loss of Qualification and Procedures for
Restoration of Qualification (Sec.  60.27).
    20. Other Losses of Qualification and Procedures for Restoration
of Qualification (Sec.  60.29).
    21. Recordkeeping and Reporting (Sec.  60.31).
    22. Applications, Logbooks, Reports, and Records: Fraud,
Falsification, or Incorrect Statements (Sec.  60.33).
    23. [Reserved]
    24. Levels of FTD.
    25. FTD Qualification on the Basis of a Bilateral Aviation
Safety Agreement (BASA) (Sec.  60.37).
    Attachment 1 to Appendix D to Part 60--General FTD Requirements.
    Attachment 2 to Appendix D to Part 60--Flight Training Device
(FTD) Objective Tests.
    Attachment 3 to Appendix D to Part 60--Flight Training Device
(FTD) Subjective Evaluation.
    Attachment 4 to Appendix D to Part 60--Sample Documents.

End Information

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1. Introduction

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Begin Information

    a. This appendix contains background information as well as
regulatory and informative material as described later in this
section. To assist the reader in determining what areas are required
and what areas are permissive, the text in this appendix is divided
into two sections: ``QPS Requirements'' and ``Information.'' The QPS
Requirements sections contain details regarding compliance with the
part 60 rule language. These details are regulatory, but are found
only in this appendix. The Information sections contain material
that is advisory in nature, and designed to give the user general
information about the regulation.
    b. Questions regarding the contents of this publication should
be sent to the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation
Administration, Flight Standards Service, National Simulator Program
Staff, AFS-205, 100 Hartsfield Centre Parkway, Suite 400, Atlanta,
Georgia 30354. Telephone contact numbers for the NSP are: Phone,
404-832-4700; fax,<PHONE_NUMBER>. The general e-mail address for the
NSP office is<EMAIL_ADDRESS>The NSP Internet Web Site
address is: http://www.faa.gov/safety/programs--initiatives/
aircraft--aviation/nsp/. On this Web Site you will find an NSP
personnel list with telephone and e-mail contact information for
each NSP staff member, a list of qualified flight simulation
devices, ACs, a description of the qualification process, NSP
policy, and an NSP ``In-Works'' section. Also linked from this site
are additional information sources, handbook bulletins, frequently
asked questions, a listing and text of the Federal Aviation
Regulations, Flight Standards Inspector's handbooks, and other FAA
links.
    c. The NSPM encourages the use of electronic media for all
communication, including any record, report, request, test, or
statement required by this appendix. The electronic media used must
have adequate security provisions and be acceptable to the NSPM. The
NSPM recommends inquiries on system compatibility, and minimum
system requirements are also included on the NSP Web site.
    d. Related Reading References.
    (1) 14 CFR part 60.
    (2) 14 CFR part 61.
    (3) 14 CFR part 63.
    (4) 14 CFR part 119.
    (5) 14 CFR part 121.
    (6) 14 CFR part 125.
    (7) 14 CFR part 135.
    (8) 14 CFR part 141.
    (9) 14 CFR part 142.
    (10) AC 120-28, as amended, Criteria for Approval of Category
III Landing Weather Minima.
    (11) AC 120-29, as amended, Criteria for Approving Category I
and Category II Landing Minima for part 121 operators.
    (12) AC 120-35, as amended, Line Operational Simulations: Line-
Oriented Flight Training, Special Purpose Operational Training, Line
Operational Evaluation.
    (13) AC 120-41, as amended, Criteria for Operational Approval of
Airborne Wind Shear Alerting and Flight Guidance Systems.
    (14) AC 120-57, as amended, Surface Movement Guidance and
Control System (SMGCS).
    (15) AC 120-63, as amended, Helicopter Simulator Qualification.
    (16) AC 150/5300-13, as amended, Airport Design.
    (17) AC 150/5340-1, as amended, Standards for Airport Markings.
    (18) AC 150/5340-4, as amended, Installation Details for Runway
Centerline Touchdown Zone Lighting Systems.
    (19) AC 150/5390-2, as amended, Heliport Design.
    (20) AC 150/5340-19, as amended, Taxiway Centerline Lighting
System.
    (21) AC 150/5340-24, as amended, Runway and Taxiway Edge
Lighting System.
    (22) AC 150/5345-28, as amended, Precision Approach Path
Indicator (PAPI) Systems.
    (23) International Air Transport Association document, ``Flight
Simulator Design and Performance Data Requirements,'' as amended.
    (24) AC 29-2, as amended, Flight Test Guide for Certification of
Transport Category Rotorcraft.
    (25) AC 27-1, as amended, Flight Test Guide for Certification of
Normal Category Rotorcraft.
    (26) International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Manual of
Criteria for the Qualification of Flight Simulators, as amended.
    (27) Airplane Flight Simulator Evaluation Handbook, Volume I, as
amended and Volume II, as amended, The Royal Aeronautical Society,
London, UK.
    (28) FAA Publication FAA-S-8081 series (Practical Test Standards
for Airline

Transport Pilot Certificate, Type Ratings, Commercial Pilot, and
Instrument Ratings).
    (29) The FAA Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). An
electronic version of the AIM is on the Internet at http://
www.faa.gov/atpubs.
    (30) Aeronautical Radio, Inc. (ARINC) document number 436,
Guidelines For Electronic Qualification Test Guide (as amended).
    (31) Aeronautical Radio, Inc. (ARINC) document 610, Guidance for
Design and Integration of Aircraft Avionics Equipment in Simulators
(as amended).

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2. Applicability (Sec.  60.1 and 60.2)

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    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.1, Applicability, or to Sec.  60.2, Applicability of
sponsor rules to person who are not sponsors and who are engaged in
certain unauthorized activities.

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3. Definitions (Sec.  60.3)

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    See Appendix F of this part for a list of definitions and
abbreviations from part 1, part 60, and the QPS appendices of part
60.

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4. Qualification Performance Standards (Sec.  60.4)

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Sec.  60.4, Qualification Performance Standards.

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5. Quality Management System (Sec.  60.5)

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    Additional regulatory material and informational material
regarding Quality Management Systems for FTDs may be found in
Appendix E of this part.

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    a. The intent of the language in Sec.  60.7(b) is to have a
specific FTD, identified by the sponsor, used at least once in an
FAA-approved flight training program for the helicopter simulated
during the 12-month period described. The identification of the
specific FTD may change from one 12-month period to the next 12-
month period as long as that sponsor sponsors and uses at least one
FTD at least once during the prescribed period. There is no minimum
number of hours or minimum FTD periods required.
    b. The following examples describe acceptable operational
practices:
    (1) Example One.
    (a) A sponsor is sponsoring a single, specific FTD for its own
use, in its own facility or elsewhere--this single FTD forms the
basis for the sponsorship. The sponsor uses that FTD at least once
in each 12-month period in that sponsor's FAA-approved flight
training program for the helicopter simulated. This 12-month period
is established according to the following schedule:
    (i) If the FTD was qualified prior to May 30, 2008, the 12-month
period begins on the date of the first continuing qualification
evaluation conducted in accordance with Sec.  60.19 after May 30,
2008, and continues for each subsequent 12-month period;
    (ii) A device qualified on or after May 30, 2008, will be
required to undergo an initial or upgrade evaluation in accordance
with Sec.  60.15. Once the initial or upgrade evaluation is
complete, the first continuing qualification evaluation will be
conducted within 6 months. The 12 month continuing qualification
evaluation cycle begins on that date and continues for each
subsequent 12-month period.
    (b) There is no minimum number of hours of FTD use required.
    (c) The identification of the specific FTD may change from one
12-month period to the next 12-month period as long as that sponsor
sponsors and uses at least one FTD at least once during the
prescribed period.
    (2) Example Two.
    (a) A sponsor sponsors an additional number of FTDs, in its
facility or elsewhere. Each additionally sponsored FTD must be--
    (i) Used by the sponsor in the sponsor's FAA-approved flight
training program for the helicopter simulated (as described in Sec.
60.7(d)(1)); or
    (ii) Used by another FAA certificate holder in that other
certificate holder's FAA-approved flight training program for the
helicopter simulated (as described in Sec.  60.7(d)(1)). This 12-
month period is established in the same manner as in example one; or
    (iii) Provided a statement each year from a qualified pilot,
(after having flown the helicopter not the subject FTD or another
FTD, during the preceding 12-month period) stating that the subject
FTD's performance and handling qualities represent the helicopter
(as described in Sec.  60.7(d)(2)). This statement is provided at
least once in each 12-month period established in the same manner as
in example one.
    (b) There is no minimum number of hours of FTD use required.
    (3) Example Three.
    (a) A sponsor in New York (in this example, a Part 142
certificate holder) establishes ``satellite'' training centers in
Chicago and Moscow.
    (b) The satellite function means that the Chicago and Moscow
centers must operate under the New York center's certificate (in
accordance with all of the New York center's practices, procedures,
and policies; e.g., instructor and/or technician training/checking
requirements, record keeping, QMS program).
    (c) All of the FTDs in the Chicago and Moscow centers could be
dry-leased (i.e., the certificate holder does not have and use FAA-
approved flight training programs for the FTDs in the Chicago and
Moscow centers) because--
    (i) Each FTD in the Chicago center and each FTD in the Moscow
center is used at least once each 12-month period by another FAA
certificate holder in that other certificate holder's FAA-approved
flight training program for the helicopter (as described in Sec.
60.7(d)(1)); or
    (ii) A statement is obtained from a qualified pilot (having
flown the helicopter, not the subject FTD or another FTD during the
preceding 12-month period) stating that the performance and handling
qualities of each FTD in the Chicago and Moscow centers represents
the helicopter (as described in Sec.  60.7(d)(2)).

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    The phrase ``as soon as practicable'' in Sec.  60.9(a) means
without unnecessarily disrupting or delaying beyond a reasonable
time the training, evaluation, or experience being conducted in the
FTD.

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8. FTD Use (Sec.  60.11).

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    a. Flight test data used to validate FTD performance and
handling qualities must have been gathered in accordance with a
flight test program containing the following:
    (1) A flight test plan consisting of:
    (a) The maneuvers and procedures required for aircraft
certification and simulation programming and validation.
    (b) For each maneuver or procedure--
    (i) The procedures and control input the flight test pilot and/
or engineer used.
    (ii) The atmospheric and environmental conditions.
    (iii) The initial flight conditions.
    (iv) The helicopter configuration, including weight and center
of gravity.
    (v) The data to be gathered.
    (vi) All other information necessary to recreate the flight test
conditions in the FTD.

    (2) Appropriately qualified flight test personnel.
    (3) Appropriate and sufficient data acquisition equipment or
system(s), including appropriate data reduction and analysis methods
and techniques, acceptable to the FAA's Aircraft Certification
Service.
    b. The data, regardless of source, must be presented:
    (1) In a format that supports the FTD validation process;
    (2) In a manner that is clearly readable and annotated correctly
and completely;
    (3) With resolution sufficient to determine compliance with the
tolerances set forth in Attachment 2, Table D2A Appendix D;
    (4) With any necessary guidance information provided; and
    (5) Without alteration, adjustments, or bias. Data may be
corrected to address known data calibration errors provided that an
explanation of the methods used to correct the errors appears in the
QTG. The corrected data may be re-scaled, digitized, or otherwise
manipulated to fit the desired presentation
    c. After completion of any additional flight test, a flight test
report must be submitted in support of the validation data. The
report must contain sufficient data and rationale to support
qualification of the FTD at the level requested.
    d. As required by Sec.  60.13(f), the sponsor must notify the
NSPM when it becomes aware that an addition to or a revision of the
flight related data or helicopter systems related data is available
if this data is used to program and operate a qualified FTD. The
data referred to in this sub-section is data used to validate the
performance, handling qualities, or other characteristics of the
aircraft, including data related to any relevant changes occurring
after the type certification is issued. The sponsor must--
    (1) Within 10 calendar days, notify the NSPM of the existence of
this data; and
    (a) Within 45 calendar days, notify the NSPM of--
    (b) The schedule to incorporate this data into the FTD; or
    (c) The reason for not incorporating this data into the FTD.
    e. In those cases where the objective test results authorize a
``snapshot test'' or a ``series of snapshot tests'' results in lieu
of a time-history result, the sponsor or other data provider must
ensure that a steady state condition exists at the instant of time
captured by the ``snapshot.'' The steady state condition must exist
from 4 seconds prior to, through 1 second following, the instant of
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    f. The FTD sponsor is encouraged to maintain a liaison with the
manufacturer of the aircraft being simulated (or with the holder of
the aircraft type certificate for the aircraft being simulated if
the manufacturer is no longer in business), and if appropriate, with
the person having supplied the aircraft data package for the FTD in
order to facilitate the notification described in this paragraph.
    g. It is the intent of the NSPM that for new aircraft entering
service, at a point well in advance of preparation of the QTG, the
sponsor should submit to the NSPM for approval, a descriptive
document (see Appendix C of this part, Table C2D, Sample Validation
Data Roadmap for Helicopters) containing the plan for acquiring the
validation data, including data sources. This document should
clearly identify sources of data for all required tests, a
description of the validity of these data for a specific engine type
and thrust rating configuration, and the revision levels of all
avionics affecting the performance or flying qualities of the
aircraft. Additionally, this document should provide other
information such as the rationale or explanation for cases where
data or data parameters are missing, instances where engineering
simulation data are used, or where flight test methods require
further explanations. It should also provide a brief narrative
describing the cause and effect of any deviation from data
requirements. The aircraft manufacturer may provide this document.
    h. There is no requirement for any flight test data supplier to
submit a flight test plan or program prior to gathering flight test
data. However, the NSPM notes that inexperienced data gatherers
often provide data that is irrelevant, improperly marked, or lacking
adequate justification for selection. Other problems include
inadequate information regarding initial conditions or test
maneuvers. The NSPM has been forced to refuse these data submissions
as validation data for an FTD evaluation. For this reason the NSPM
recommends that any data supplier not previously experienced in this
area review the data necessary for programming and for validating
the performance of the FTD and discuss the flight test plan
anticipated for acquiring such data with the NSPM well in advance of
commencing the flight tests.
    i. The NSPM will consider, on a case-by-case basis, whether to
approve supplemental validation data derived from flight data
recording systems such as a Quick Access Recorder or Flight Data
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    a. In the event that the NSPM determines that special equipment
or specifically qualified persons will be required to conduct an
evaluation, the NSPM will make every attempt to notify the sponsor
at least one (1) week, but in no case less than 72 hours, in advance
of the evaluation. Examples of special equipment include flight
control measurement devices, accelerometers, or oscilloscopes.
Examples of specially qualified personnel include individuals
specifically qualified to install or use any special equipment when
its use is required.
    b. Examples of a special evaluation include an evaluation
conducted after an FTD is moved; at the request of the TPAA; or as a
result of comments received from users of the FTD that raise
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    a. In order to be qualified at a particular qualification level,
the FTD must:
    (1) Meet the general requirements listed in Attachment 1 of this
appendix.
    (2) Meet the objective testing requirements listed in Attachment
2 of this appendix (Level 4 FTDs do not require objective tests).
    (3) Satisfactorily accomplish the subjective tests listed in
Attachment 3 of this appendix.
    b. The request described in Sec.  60.15(a) must include all of
the following:
    (1) A statement that the FTD meets all of the applicable
provisions of this part and all applicable provisions of the QPS.
    (2) A confirmation that the sponsor will forward to the NSPM the
statement described in Sec.  60.15(b) in such time as to be received
no later than 5 business days prior to the scheduled evaluation and
may be forwarded to the NSPM via traditional or electronic means.
    (3) Except for a Level 4 FTD, a QTG, acceptable to the NSPM,
that includes all of the following:
    (a) Objective data obtained from aircraft testing or another
approved source.
    (b) Correlating objective test results obtained from the
performance of the FTD as prescribed in the appropriate QPS.
    (c) The result of FTD subjective tests prescribed in the
appropriate QPS.
    (d) A description of the equipment necessary to perform the
evaluation for initial qualification and the continuing
qualification evaluations.
    c. The QTG described in paragraph a(3) of this section must
provide the documented proof of compliance with the FTD objective
tests in Attachment 2, Table D2A of this appendix.
    d. The QTG is prepared and submitted by the sponsor, or the
sponsor's agent on behalf of the sponsor, to the NSPM for review and
approval, and must include, for each objective test:
    (1) Parameters, tolerances, and flight conditions.
    (2) Pertinent and complete instructions for conducting automatic
and manual tests.
    (3) A means of comparing the FTD test results to the objective
data.
    (4) Any other information as necessary to assist in the
evaluation of the test results.
    (5) Other information appropriate to the qualification level of
the FTD.
    e. The QTG described in paragraphs (a)(3) and (b) of this
section, must include the following:
    (1) A QTG cover page with sponsor and FAA approval signature
blocks (see Attachment 4, Figure D4C, of this appendix, for a sample
QTG cover page).
    (2) A continuing qualification evaluation requirements page.
This page will be used by the NSPM to establish and record the
frequency with which continuing

qualification evaluations must be conducted and any subsequent
changes that may be determined by the NSPM in accordance with Sec.
60.19. See Attachment 4, Figure D4G, of this appendix for a sample
Continuing Qualification Evaluation Requirements page.
    (3) An FTD information page that provides the information listed
in this paragraph, if applicable (see Attachment 4, Figure D4B, of
this appendix, for a sample FTD information page). For convertible
FTDs, the sponsor must submit a separate page for each configuration
of the FTD.
    (a) The sponsor's FTD identification number or code.
    (b) The helicopter model and series being simulated.
    (c) The aerodynamic data revision number or reference.
    (d) The source of the basic aerodynamic model and the
aerodynamic coefficient data used to modify the basic model.
    (e) The engine model(s) and its data revision number or
reference.
    (f) The flight control data revision number or reference.
    (g) The flight management system identification and revision
level.
    (h) The FTD model and manufacturer.
    (i) The date of FTD manufacture.
    (j) The FTD computer identification.
    (k) The visual system model and manufacturer, including display
type.
    (l) The motion system type and manufacturer, including degrees
of freedom.
    (4) A Table of Contents.
    (5) A log of revisions and a list of effective pages.
    (6) List of all relevant data references.
    (7) A glossary of terms and symbols used (including sign
conventions and units).
    (8) Statements of Compliance and Capability (SOC) with certain
requirements.
    (9) Recording procedures or equipment required to accomplish the
objective tests.
    (10) The following information for each objective test
designated in Attachment 2 of this appendix, as applicable to the
qualification level sought:
    (a) Name of the test.
    (b) Objective of the test.
    (c) Initial conditions.
    (d) Manual test procedures.
    (e) Automatic test procedures (if applicable).
    (f) Method for evaluating FTD objective test results.
    (g) List of all relevant parameters driven or constrained during
the automatic test(s).
    (h) List of all relevant parameters driven or constrained during
the manual test(s).
    (i) Tolerances for relevant parameters.
    (j) Source of Validation Data (document and page number).
    (k) Copy of the Validation Data (if located in a separate
binder, a cross reference for the identification and page number for
pertinent data location must be provided).
    (l) FTD Objective Test Results as obtained by the sponsor. Each
test result must reflect the date completed and must be clearly
labeled as a product of the device being tested.
    f. A convertible FTD is addressed as a separate FTD for each
model and series helicopter to which it will be converted and for
the FAA qualification level sought. The NSPM will conduct an
evaluation for each configuration. If a sponsor seeks qualification
for two or more models of a helicopter type using a convertible FTD,
the sponsor must provide a QTG for each helicopter model, or a QTG
for the first helicopter model and a supplement to that QTG for each
additional helicopter model. The NSPM will conduct evaluations for
each helicopter model.
    g. The form and manner of presentation of objective test results
in the QTG must include the following:
    (1) The sponsor's FTD test results must be recorded in a manner
acceptable to the NSPM, that allows easy comparison of the FTD test
results to the validation data (e.g., use of a multi-channel
recorder, line printer, cross plotting, overlays, transparencies).
    (2) FTD results must be labeled using terminology common to
helicopter parameters as opposed to computer software
identifications.
    (3) Validation data documents included in a QTG may be
photographically reduced only if such reduction will not alter the
graphic scaling or cause difficulties in scale interpretation or
resolution.
    (4) Scaling on graphical presentations must provide the
resolution necessary to evaluate the parameters shown in Attachment
2, Table D2A of this appendix.
    (5) Tests involving time histories, data sheets (or
transparencies thereof) and FTD test results must be clearly marked
with appropriate reference points to ensure an accurate comparison
between FTD and helicopter with respect to time. Time histories
recorded via a line printer are to be clearly identified for cross-
plotting on the helicopter data. Over-plots may not obscure the
reference data.
    h. The sponsor may elect to complete the QTG objective and
subjective tests at the manufacturer's facility or at the sponsor's
training facility. If the tests are conducted at the manufacturer's
facility, the sponsor must repeat at least one-third of the tests at
the sponsor's training facility in order to substantiate FTD
performance. The QTG must be clearly annotated to indicate when and
where each test was accomplished. Tests conducted at the
manufacturer's facility and at the sponsor's training facility must
be conducted after the FTD is assembled with systems and sub-systems
functional and operating in an interactive manner. The test results
must be submitted to the NSPM.
    i. The sponsor must maintain a copy of the MQTG at the FTD
location.
    j. All FTDs for which the initial qualification is conducted
after May 30, 2014, must have an electronic MQTG (eMQTG) including
all objective data obtained from helicopter testing, or another
approved source (reformatted or digitized), together with
correlating objective test results obtained from the performance of
the FTD (reformatted or digitized) as prescribed in this appendix.
The eMQTG must also contain the general FTD performance or
demonstration results (reformatted or digitized) prescribed in this
appendix, and a description of the equipment necessary to perform
the initial qualification evaluation and the continuing
qualification evaluations. The eMQTG must include the original
validation data used to validate FTD performance and handling
qualities in either the original digitized format from the data
supplier or an electronic scan of the original time-history plots
that were provided by the data supplier. A copy of the eMQTG must be
provided to the NSPM.
    k. All other FTDs (not covered in subparagraph ``j'') must have
an electronic copy of the MQTG by and after May 30, 2014. An
electronic copy of the MQTG must be provided to the NSPM. This may
be provided by an electronic scan presented in a Portable Document
File (PDF), or similar format acceptable to the NSPM.
    l. During the initial (or upgrade) qualification evaluation
conducted by the NSPM, the sponsor must also provide a person
knowledgeable about the operation of the aircraft and the operation
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    m. Only those FTDs that are sponsored by a certificate holder as
defined in Appendix F of this part will be evaluated by the NSPM.
However, other FTD evaluations may be conducted on a case-by-case
basis as the Administrator deems appropriate, but only in accordance
with applicable agreements.
    n. The NSPM will conduct an evaluation for each configuration,
and each FTD must be evaluated as completely as possible. To ensure
a thorough and uniform evaluation, each FTD is subjected to the
general FTD requirements in Attachment 1 of this appendix, the
objective tests listed in Attachment 2 of this appendix, and the
subjective tests listed in Attachment 3 of this appendix. The
evaluations described herein will include, but not necessarily be
limited to the following:
    (1) Helicopter responses, including longitudinal and lateral-
directional control responses (see Attachment 2 of this appendix).
    (2) Performance in authorized portions of the simulated
helicopter's operating envelope, to include tasks evaluated by the
NSPM in the areas of surface operations, takeoff, climb, cruise,
descent, approach and landing, as well as abnormal and emergency
operations (see Attachment 2 of this appendix).
    (3) Control checks (see Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 of this
appendix).
    (4) Flight deck configuration (see Attachment 1 of this
appendix).
    (5) Pilot, flight engineer, and instructor station functions
checks (see Attachment 1 and Attachment 3 of this appendix).
    (6) Helicopter systems and sub-systems (as appropriate) as
compared to the helicopter simulated (see attachment 1 and
attachment 3 of this appendix).
    (7) FTD systems and sub-systems, including force cueing
(motion), visual, and aural (sound) systems, as appropriate (see
Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 of this appendix).
    (8) Certain additional requirements, depending upon the
qualification level sought, including equipment or

circumstances that may become hazardous to the occupants. The
sponsor may be subject to Occupational Safety and Health
Administration requirements.
    o. The NSPM administers the objective and subjective tests,
which include an examination of functions. The tests include a
qualitative assessment of the FTD by an NSP pilot. The NSP
evaluation team leader may assign other qualified personnel to
assist in accomplishing the functions examination and/or the
objective and subjective tests performed during an evaluation when
required.
    (1) Objective tests provide a basis for measuring and evaluating
FTD performance and determining compliance with the requirements of
this part.
    (2) Subjective tests provide a basis for:
    (a) Evaluating the capability of the FTD to perform over a
typical utilization period;
    (b) Determining that the FTD satisfactorily simulates each
required task;
    (c) Verifying correct operation of the FTD controls,
instruments, and systems; and
    (d) Demonstrating compliance with the requirements of this part.
    p. The tolerances for the test parameters listed in Attachment 2
of this appendix reflect the range of tolerances acceptable to the
NSPM for FTD validation and are not to be confused with design
tolerances specified for FTD manufacture. In making decisions
regarding tests and test results, the NSPM relies on the use of
operational and engineering judgment in the application of data
(including consideration of the way in which the flight test was
flown and way the data was gathered and applied), data
presentations, and the applicable tolerances for each test.
    q. In addition to the scheduled continuing qualification
evaluation, each FTD is subject to evaluations conducted by the NSPM
at any time without prior notification to the sponsor. Such
evaluations would be accomplished in a normal manner (i.e.,
requiring exclusive use of the FTD for the conduct of objective and
subjective tests and an examination of functions) if the FTD is not
being used for flight crewmember training, testing, or checking.
However, if the FTD were being used, the evaluation would be
conducted in a non-exclusive manner. This non-exclusive evaluation
will be conducted by the FTD evaluator accompanying the check
airman, instructor, Aircrew Program Designee (APD), or FAA inspector
aboard the FTD along with the student(s) and observing the operation
of the FTD during the training, testing, or checking activities.
    r. Problems with objective test results are handled as follows:
    (1) If a problem with an objective test result is detected by
the NSP evaluation team during an evaluation, the test may be
repeated or the QTG may be amended.
    (2) If it is determined that the results of an objective test do
not support the qualification level requested but do support a lower
level, the NSPM may qualify the FTD at a lower level.
    s. After an FTD is successfully evaluated, the NSPM issues an
SOQ to the sponsor. The NSPM recommends the FTD to the TPAA, who
will approve the FTD for use in a flight training program. The SOQ
will be issued at the satisfactory conclusion of the initial or
continuing qualification evaluation and will list the tasks for
which the FTD is qualified, referencing the tasks described in Table
D1B in Attachment 1 of this appendix. However, it is the sponsor's
responsibility to obtain TPAA approval prior to using the FTD in an
FAA-approved flight training program.
    t. Under normal circumstances, the NSPM establishes a date for
the initial or upgrade evaluation within ten (10) working days after
determining that a complete QTG is acceptable. Unusual circumstances
may warrant establishing an evaluation date before this
determination is made. A sponsor may schedule an evaluation date as
early as 6 months in advance. However, there may be a delay of 45
days or more in rescheduling and completing the evaluation if the
sponsor is unable to meet the scheduled date. See Attachment 4, of
this appendix, Figure D4A, Sample Request for Initial, Upgrade, or
Reinstatement Evaluation.
    u. The numbering system used for objective test results in the
QTG should closely follow the numbering system set out in Attachment
2, FTD Objective Tests, Table D2A of this appendix.
    v. Contact the NSPM or visit the NSPM Web site for additional
information regarding the preferred qualifications of pilots used to
meet the requirements of Sec.  60.15(d).
    w. Examples of the exclusions for which the FTD might not have
been subjectively tested by the sponsor or the NSPM and for which
qualification might not be sought or granted, as described in Sec.
60.15(g)(6), include approaches to and departures from slopes and
pinnacles.

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    a. In instances where a sponsor plans to remove an FTD from
active status for a period of less than two years, the following
procedures apply:
    (1) The NSPM must be notified in writing and the notification
must include an estimate of the period that the FTD will be
inactive.
    (2) Continuing Qualification evaluations will not be scheduled
during the inactive period.
    (3) The NSPM will remove the FTD from the list of qualified FTDs
on a mutually established date not later than the date on which the
first missed continuing qualification evaluation would have been
scheduled.
    (4) Before the FTD is restored to qualified status, it must be
evaluated by the NSPM. The evaluation content and the time required
to accomplish the evaluation is based on the number of continuing
qualification evaluations and sponsor-conducted quarterly
inspections missed during the period of inactivity.
    (5) The sponsor must notify the NSPM of any changes to the
original scheduled time out of service.
    b. FTDs and replacement FTD systems qualified prior to May 30,
2008, are not required to meet the general FTD requirements, the
objective test requirements, and the subjective test requirements of
Attachments 1, 2, and 3, respectively, of this appendix as long as
the FTD continues to meet the test requirements contained in the
MQTG developed under the original qualification basis.
    c. After (1 year after date of publication of the final rule in
the Federal Register) each visual scene and airport model installed
in and available for use in a qualified FTD must meet the
requirements described in Attachment 3 of this appendix.
    d. Simulators qualified prior to May 30, 2008, may be updated.
If an evaluation is deemed appropriate or necessary by the NSPM
after such an update, the evaluation will not require an evaluation
to standards beyond those against which the simulator was originally
qualified.

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    e. Other certificate holders or persons desiring to use an FTD
may contract with FTD sponsors to use FTDs previously qualified at a
particular level for a helicopter type and approved for use within
an FAA-approved flight training program. Such FTDs are not required
to undergo an additional qualification process, except as described
in Sec.  60.16.
    f. Each FTD user must obtain approval from the appropriate TPAA
to use any FTD in an FAA-approved flight training program.
    g. The intent of the requirement listed in Sec.  60.17(b), for
each FTD to have an SOQ within 6 years, is to have the availability
of that statement (including the configuration list and the
limitations to authorizations) to provide a complete picture of the
FTD inventory regulated by the FAA. The issuance of the statement
will not require any additional evaluation or require any adjustment
to the evaluation basis for the FTD.
    h. Downgrading of an FTD is a permanent change in qualification
level and will necessitate the issuance of a revised SOQ to reflect
the revised qualification level, as appropriate. If a temporary
restriction is placed on an FTD because of a missing,
malfunctioning, or inoperative component or on-going repairs, the
restriction is not a permanent change in qualification level.
Instead, the restriction is temporary and is removed when the reason
for the restriction has been resolved.
    i. It is not the intent of the NSPM to discourage the
improvement of existing simulation (e.g., the ``updating'' of a
control loading system, or the replacement of the IOS

with a more capable unit) by requiring the ``updated'' device to
meet the qualification standards current at the time of the update.
Depending on the extent of the update, the NSPM may require that the
updated device be evaluated and may require that an evaluation
include all or a portion of the elements of an initial evaluation.
However, the standards against which the device would be evaluated
are those that are found in the MQTG for that device.
    j. The NSPM will determine the evaluation criteria for an FTD
that has been removed from active status for a prolonged period. The
criteria will be based on the number of continuing qualification
evaluations and quarterly inspections missed during the period of
inactivity. For example, if the FTD were out of service for a 1 year
period, it would be necessary to complete the entire QTG, since all
of the quarterly evaluations would have been missed. The NSPM will
also consider how the FTD was stored, whether parts were removed
from the FTD and whether the FTD was disassembled.
    k. The FTD will normally be requalified using the FAA-approved