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 will be required for each
                     ``in-use'' runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    5.a...........  The surface and markings for each ``in-use'' runway
                     must include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.a.1.....  Threshold markings..............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.a.2.....  Runway numbers..................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.a.3.....  Touchdown zone markings.........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.a.4.....  Fixed distance markings.........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.a.5.....  Edge markings...................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.a.6.....  Centerline stripes..............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    5.b...........  Each runway designated as an ``in-use'' runway must
                     include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.b.1.....  The lighting for each ``in-use'' runway must include
                     the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (i) Threshold lights............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (ii) Edge lights................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (iii) End lights................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------

                    (iv) Centerline lights, if         X    X    X    X
                     appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (v) Touchdown zone lights, if      X    X    X    X
                     appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (vi) Leadoff lights, if            X    X    X    X
                     appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (vii) Appropriate visual landing   X    X    X    X
                     aid(s) for that runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (viii) Appropriate approach        X    X    X    X
                     lighting system for that runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.b.2.....  The taxiway surface and markings associated with
                     each ``in-use'' runway must include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (i) Edge........................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (ii) Centerline.................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (iii) Runway hold lines.........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (iv) ILS critical area marking..   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.b.3.....  The taxiway lighting associated with each ``in-use''
                     runway must include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (i) Edge........................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (ii) Centerline, if appropriate.   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (iii) Runway hold and ILS          X    X    X    X
                     critical area lights.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (iv) Edge lights of correct                  X    X
                     color.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.b.4.....  Airport signage associated with each ``in-use''
                     runway must include the following:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (i) Distance remaining signs, if   X    X    X    X
                     appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (ii) Signs at intersecting         X    X    X    X
                     runways and taxiways.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (iii) Signs described in entries   X    X    X    X
                     2.h. and 2.i. of this table.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        5.b.5.....  Required airport model correlation with other
                     aspects of the airport environment simulation:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (i) The airport model must be      X    X    X    X
                     properly aligned with the
                     navigational aids that are
                     associated with operations at
                     the runway ``in-use''.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (ii) The simulation of runway                     X
                     contaminants must be correlated
                     with the displayed runway
                     surface and lighting where
                     applicable.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.................  Correlation with airplane and associated equipment.
                     The following are the minimum correlation
                     comparisons that must be made for simulators at
                     Levels A, B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.a...........  Visual system compatibility with   X    X    X    X
                     aerodynamic programming.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.b...........  Visual cues to assess sink rate         X    X    X
                     and depth perception during
                     landings.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.c...........  Accurate portrayal of              X    X    X    X
                     environment relating to flight
                     simulator attitudes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.d...........  The airport model and the                    X    X
                     generated visual scene must
                     correlate with integrated
                     airplane systems (e.g.,
                     terrain, traffic and weather
                     avoidance systems and Head-up
                     Guidance System (HGS)).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.e...........  Representative visual effects      X    X    X    X
                     for each visible, own-ship,
                     airplane external light(s)--
                     taxi and landing light lobes
                     (including independent
                     operation, if appropriate).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.f...........  The effect of rain removal                   X    X
                     devices.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.............  Scene quality. The following are the minimum scene
                     quality tests that must be conducted for simulators
                     at Levels A, B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.a...........  Surfaces and textural cues must              X    X
                     be free from apparent and
                     distracting quantization
                     (aliasing).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.b...........  System capable of portraying                 X    X
                     full color realistic textural
                     cues.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    7.c...........  The system light points must be    X    X    X    X
                     free from distracting jitter,
                     smearing or streaking.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.d...........  Demonstration of occulting         X    X
                     through each channel of the
                     system in an operational scene.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.e...........  Demonstration of a minimum of                X    X
                     ten levels of occulting through
                     each channel of the system in
                     an operational scene.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.f...........  System capable of providing                  X    X
                     focus effects that simulate
                     rain.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.g...........  System capable of providing                  X    X
                     focus effects that simulate
                     light point perspective growth.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.h...........  System capable of six discrete     X    X    X    X
                     light step controls (0-5).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8.................  Environmental effects. The following are the minimum
                     environmental effects that must be available as
                     indicated.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    8.a...........  The displayed scene                          X    X
                     corresponding to the
                     appropriate surface
                     contaminants and include runway
                     lighting reflections for wet,
                     partially obscured lights for
                     snow, or alternative effects.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        8.a.1.....  Special weather representations which include:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (i) The sound, motion and visual             X    X
                     effects 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 airport
                     surface and within a radius of
                     10 sm (16 km) from the airport.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    (ii) One airport with a snow                 X    X
                     scene to include terrain snow
                     and snow-covered taxiways and
                     runways.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    8.b...........  In-cloud effects such as                     X    X
                     variable cloud density, speed
                     cues and ambient changes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    8.c...........  The effect of multiple cloud                 X    X
                     layers representing few,
                     scattered, broken and overcast
                     conditions giving partial or
                     complete obstruction of the
                     ground scene.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    8.d...........  Visibility and RVR measured in     X    X    X    X
                     terms of distance. Visibility/
                     RVR checked at 2,000 ft (600 m)
                     above the airport and at two
                     heights below 2000 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.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    8.e...........  Patchy fog giving the effect of              X    X
                     variable RVR.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    8.f...........  Effects of fog on airport                    X    X
                     lighting such as halos and
                     defocus.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    8.g...........  Effect of own-ship lighting in               X    X
                     reduced visibility, such as
                     reflected glare, including
                     landing lights, strobes, and
                     beacons.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    8.h...........  Wind cues to provide the effect              X    X
                     of blowing snow or sand across
                     a dry runway or taxiway
                     selectable from the instructor
                     station.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9.................  Instructor control of the following: The following
                     are the minimum instructor controls that must be
                     available in simulators at Levels A, B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    9.a...........  Environmental effects, e.g.,       X    X    X    X
                     cloud base, cloud effects,
                     cloud density, visibility in
                     statute miles/kilometers and
                     RVR in feet/meters.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    9.b...........  Airport selection...............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    9.c...........  Airport lighting, including        X    X    X    X
                     variable intensity.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    9.d...........  Dynamic effects including ground             X    X
                     and 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, does not cause changes
                     in navigational radio
                     frequencies, and does not cause
                     undue instructor/evaluator time.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
11................  Sponsors are not required to
                     provide every detail of a
                     runway, but the detail that is
                     provided should be correct
                     within the capabilities of the
                     system.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                             End Information
------------------------------------------------------------------------

               Table A3C.--Functions and Subjective Tests
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                            QPS requirements
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
                   Additional airport models beyond     Simulator level
                 minimum required for qualification---------------------
   Entry No.           Class II airport models
                                                       A    B    C    D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
This table specifies the minimum airport model content and functionality
 necessary to add airport models to a simulator's model library, beyond
 those necessary for qualification at the stated level, without the
 necessity of further involvement of the NSPM or TPAA.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                         Begin QPS Requirements
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1..............  Airport model management. The following is the minimum
                  airport model management requirements for simulators
                  at Levels A, B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    1.a........  The direction of strobe lights,       X    X    X    X
                  approach lights, runway edge
                  lights, visual landing aids,
                  runway centerline lights,
                  threshold lights, and touchdown
                  zone lights on the ``in-use''
                  runway must be replicated.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2..............  Visual feature recognition. The following are the
                  minimum distances at which runway features must be
                  visible for simulators at Levels A, B, C, and D.
                  Distances are measured from runway threshold to an
                  airplane aligned with the runway on an extended 3[deg]
                  glide-slope in simulated meteorological conditions
                  that recreate the minimum distances for visibility.
                  For circling approaches, all requirements of this
                  section apply to the runway used for the initial
                  approach and to the runway of intended landing.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.a........  Runway definition, strobe lights,     X    X    X    X
                  approach lights, and runway edge
                  white lights from 5 sm (8 km) from
                  the runway threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.b........  Visual Approach Aid lights (VASI or             X    X
                  PAPI) from 5 sm (8 km) from the
                  runway threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.c........  Visual Approach Aid lights (VASI or   X    X
                  PAPI) from 3 sm (5 km) from the
                  runway threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.d........  Runway centerline lights and          X    X    X    X
                  taxiway definition from 3 sm (5
                  km) from the runway threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.e........  Threshold lights and touchdown zone   X    X    X    X
                  lights from 2 sm (3 km) from the
                  runway threshold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.f........  Runway markings within range of       X    X    X    X
                  landing lights for night scenes
                  and as required by the surface
                  resolution requirements on day
                  scenes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.g........  For circling approaches, the runway   X    X    X    X
                  of intended landing and associated
                  lighting must fade into view in a
                  non-distracting manner.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

3..............  Airport model content The following prescribes the
                  minimum requirements for what must be provided in an
                  airport model and identifies other aspects of the
                  airport environment that must correspond with that
                  model for simulators at Levels A, 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
                  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 will be required for each ``in-use'' runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.a........  The surface and markings for each ``in-use'' runway:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.a.1..  Threshold markings.................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.a.2..  Runway numbers.....................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.a.3..  Touchdown zone markings............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.a.4..  Fixed distance markings............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.a.5..  Edge markings......................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.a.6..  Centerline stripes.................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.b........  The lighting for each ``in-use'' runway
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.b.1..  Threshold lights...................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.b.2..  Edge lights........................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.b.3..  End lights.........................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.b.4..  Centerline lights..................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.b.5..  Touchdown zone lights, if             X    X    X    X
                  appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.b.6..  Leadoff lights, if appropriate.....   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.b.7..  Appropriate visual landing aid(s)     X    X    X    X
                  for that runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.b.8..  Appropriate approach lighting         X    X    X    X
                  system for that runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.c........  The taxiway surface and markings associated with each
                  ``in-use'' runway:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.c.1..  Edge...............................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.c.2..  Centerline.........................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.c.3..  Runway hold lines..................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.c.4..  ILS critical area markings.........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.d........  The taxiway lighting associated with each ``in-use''
                  runway:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.d.1..  Edge...............................             X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.d.2..  Centerline.........................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
        3.d.3..  Runway hold and ILS critical area     X    X    X    X
                  lights.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4..............  Required model correlation with
                  other aspects of the airport
                  environment simulation The
                  following are the minimum model
                  correlation tests that must be
                  conducted for simulators at Levels
                  A, B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    4.a........  The airport model must be properly    X    X    X    X
                  aligned with the navigational aids
                  that are associated with
                  operations at the ``in-use''
                  runway.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    4.b........  Slopes in runways, taxiways, and      X    X    X    X
                  ramp areas, if depicted in the
                  visual scene, must not cause
                  distracting or unrealistic effects.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5..............  Correlation with airplane and associated equipment. The
                  following are the minimum correlation comparisons that
                  must be made for simulators at Levels A, B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

  5.a..........  Visual system compatibility with      X    X    X    X
                  aerodynamic programming.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    5.b........  Accurate portrayal of environment     X    X    X    X
                  relating to flight simulator
                  attitudes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    5.c........  Visual cues to assess sink rate and        X    X    X
                  depth perception during landings.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    5.d........  Visual effects for each visible,           X    X    X
                  own-ship, airplane external
                  light(s).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6..............  Scene quality. The following are the minimum scene
                  quality tests that must be conducted for simulators at
                  Levels A, B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.a........  Surfaces and textural cues must be              X    X
                  free of apparent and distracting
                  quantization (aliasing).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.b............  Correct color and realistic                     X    X
                  textural cues.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.c............  Light points free from distracting    X    X    X    X
                  jitter, smearing or streaking.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7..............  Instructor controls of the following:The following are
                  the minimum instructor controls that must be available
                  in simulators at Levels A, B, C, and D.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.a........  Environmental effects, e.g., cloud    X    X    X    X
                  base (if used), cloud effects,
                  cloud density, visibility in
                  statute miles/kilometers and RVR
                  in feet/meters.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.b........  Airport selection..................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.c........  Airport lighting including variable   X    X    X    X
                  intensity.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    7.d........  Dynamic effects including ground                X    X
                  and flight traffic.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                          End QPS Requirements
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                            Begin Information
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8..............  Sponsors are not required to          X    X    X    X
                  provide every detail of a runway,
                  but the detail that is provided
                  must be correct within the
                  capabilities of the system.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                             End Information
------------------------------------------------------------------------

               Table A3D.--Functions and Subjective Tests
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                   QPS Requirements                       Information
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                     Simulator level
  Entry no.       Motion system   --------------------       Notes
                     effects        A    B    C    D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
This table specifies motion effects that are required to indicate when 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 airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1............  Runway rumble,       X    X    X    X   Different gross
                oleo deflection,                        weights can also
                ground speed,                           be selected,
                uneven runway,                          which may also
                runway and                              affect the
                taxiway                                 associated
                centerline light                        vibrations
                characteristics:                        depending on
               Procedure: After                         airplane type.
                the airplane has                        The associated
                been pre-set to                         motion effects
                the takeoff                             for the above
                position and then                       tests should
                released, taxi at                       also include an
                various speeds                          assessment of
                with a smooth                           the effects of
                runway and note                         rolling over
                the general                             centerline
                characteristics                         lights, surface
                of the simulated                        discontinuities
                runway rumble                           of uneven
                effects of oleo                         runways, and
                deflections.                            various taxiway
                Repeat the                              characteristics.
                maneuver with a
                runway roughness
                of 50%, then with
                maximum
                roughness. Note
                the associated
                motion vibrations
                affected by
                ground speed and
                runway roughness.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2............  Buffets on the       X    X    X    X
                ground due to
                spoiler/
                speedbrake
                extension and
                reverse thrust:
               Procedure: Perform
                a normal landing
                and use ground
                spoilers and
                reverse thrust--
                either
                individually or
                in combination--
                to decelerate the
                simulated
                airplane. Do not
                use wheel braking
                so that only the
                buffet due to the
                ground spoilers
                and thrust
                reversers is felt.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

3............  Bumps associated     X    X    X    X
                with the landing
                gear:
               Procedure: Perform
                a normal take-off
                paying special
                attention to the
                bumps that could
                be perceptible
                due to maximum
                oleo extension
                after lift-off.
                When the landing
                gear is extended
                or retracted,
                motion bumps can
                be felt when the
                gear locks into
                position.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4............  Buffet during        X    X    X    X
                extension and
                retraction of
                landing gear:
               Procedure: Operate
                the landing gear.
                Check that the
                motion cues of
                the buffet
                experienced
                represent the
                actual airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5............  Buffet in the air    X    X    X    X
                due to flap and
                spoiler/
                speedbrake
                extension and
                approach to stall
                buffet:
               Procedure: Perform
                an approach and
                extend the flaps
                and slats with
                airspeeds
                deliberately in
                excess of the
                normal approach
                speeds. In cruise
                configuration,
                verify the
                buffets
                associated with
                the spoiler/
                speedbrake
                extension. The
                above effects can
                also be verified
                with different
                combinations of
                spoiler/
                speedbrake, flap,
                and landing gear
                settings to
                assess the
                interaction
                effects.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6............  Approach to stall    X    X    X    X
                buffet:
               Procedure: Conduct
                an approach-to-
                stall with
                engines at idle
                and a
                deceleration of 1
                knot/second.
                Check that the
                motion cues of
                the buffet,
                including the
                level of buffet
                increase with
                decreasing speed,
                are
                representative of
                the actual
                airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7............  Touchdown cues for   X    X    X    X
                main and nose
                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
                airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8............  Nosewheel            X    X    X    X
                scuffing:
               Procedure: Taxi at
                various ground
                speeds and
                manipulate the
                nosewheel
                steering to cause
                yaw rates to
                develop that
                cause the
                nosewheel to
                vibrate against
                the ground
                (``scuffing'').
                Evaluate the
                speed/nosewheel
                combination
                needed to produce
                scuffing and
                check that the
                resultant
                vibrations are
                representative of
                the actual
                airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9............  Thrust effect with   X    X    X    X   This effect is
                brakes set:                             most discernible
               Procedure: Set the                       with wing-
                brakes on at the                        mounted engines.
                take-off point
                and increase the
                engine power
                until buffet is
                experienced.
                Evaluate its
                characteristics.
                Confirm that the
                buffet increases
                appropriately
                with increasing
                engine thrust.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
10...........  Mach and maneuver   ...   X    X    X
                buffet:
               Procedure: With
                the simulated
                airplane trimmed
                in 1 g flight
                while at high
                altitude,
                increase the
                engine power so
                that the Mach
                number exceeds
                the documented
                value at which
                Mach buffet is
                experienced.
                Check that the
                buffet begins at
                the same Mach
                number as it does
                in the airplane
                (for the same
                configuration)
                and that buffet
                levels are
                representative of
                the actual
                airplane. For
                certain
                airplanes,
                maneuver buffet
                can also be
                verified for the
                same effects.
                Maneuver buffet
                can occur during
                turning flight at
                conditions
                greater than 1 g,
                particularly at
                higher altitudes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

11...........  Tire failure        ...  ...   X    X   The pilot may
                dynamics:                               notice some
               Procedure:                               yawing with a
                Simulate a single                       multiple tire
                tire failure and                        failure selected
                a multiple tire                         on the same
                failure.                                side. This
                                                        should require
                                                        the use of the
                                                        rudder to
                                                        maintain control
                                                        of the airplane.
                                                       Dependent on
                                                        airplane type, a
                                                        single tire
                                                        failure may not
                                                        be noticed by
                                                        the pilot and
                                                        should not have
                                                        any special
                                                        motion effect.
                                                        Sound or
                                                        vibration may be
                                                        associated with
                                                        the actual tire
                                                        losing pressure.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
12...........  Engine malfunction  ...   X    X    X
                and engine
                damage:
               Procedure: The
                characteristics
                of an engine
                malfunction as
                stipulated 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.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
13...........  Tail strikes and    ...   X    X    X   The motion effect
                engine pod                              should be felt
                strikes:                                as a noticeable
               Procedure: Tail-                         bump. If the
                strikes can be                          tail strike
                checked by over-                        affects the
                rotation of the                         airplane angular
                airplane at a                           rates, the
                speed below Vr                          cueing provided
                while performing                        by the motion
                a takeoff. The                          system should
                effects can also                        have an
                be verified                             associated
                during a landing.                       effect.
               Excessive banking
                of the airplane
                during its take-
                off/landing roll
                can cause a pod
                strike.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

               Table A3E.--Functions and Subjective Tests
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                            QPS Requirements
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                        Simulator level
   Entry No.                 Sound system            -------------------
                                                       A    B    C    D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
 The following checks are performed during a normal flight profile with
                            motion system ON.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1..............  Precipitation......................             X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2..............  Rain removal equipment.............             X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3..............  Significant airplane noises                     X    X
                  perceptible to the pilot during
                  normal operations.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4..............  Abnormal operations for which there             X    X
                  are associated sound cues
                  including, engine malfunctions,
                  landing gear/tire malfunctions,
                  tail and engine pod strike and
                  pressurization malfunction.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5..............  Sound of a crash when the flight     ...  ...   X    X
                  simulator is landed in excess of
                  limitations.
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               Table A3F.--Functions and Subjective Tests
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                            QPS Requirements
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                                                        Simulator level
   Entry No.               Special effects           -------------------
                                                       A    B    C    D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
   This table specifies the minimum special effects necessary for the
                       specified simulator level.
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1..............  Braking Dynamics:
                 Representations of the dynamics of              X    X
                  brake failure (flight simulator
                  pitch, side-loading, and
                  directional control
                  characteristics representative of
                  the airplane), including antiskid
                  and decreased brake efficiency due
                  to high brake temperatures (based
                  on airplane related data),
                  sufficient to enable pilot
                  identification of the problem and
                  implementation of appropriate
                  procedures.
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2..............  Effects of Airframe and Engine                  X    X
                  Icing:
                 Required only for those airplanes
                  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. Activate heating, anti-
                  ice, or de-ice systems
                  independently. Recognition will
                  include proper effects of these
                  systems, eventually returning the
                  simulated airplane to normal
                  flight.
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               Table A3G.--Functions and Subjective Tests
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                            QPS Requirements
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                                                        Simulator level
   Entry No.               Special effects           -------------------
                                                       A    B    C    D
------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Functions in this table are subject to evaluation only if appropriate
     for the airplane and/or the system is installed on the specific
                               simulator.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1..............  Simulator Power Switch(es).........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2..............  Airplane conditions
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    2.a........  Gross weight, center of gravity,      X    X    X    X
                  fuel loading and allocation.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.b........  Airplane systems status............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    2.c........  Ground crew functions (e.g., ext.     X    X    X    X
                  power, push back).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3..............  Airports
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.a........  Number and selection...............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.b........  Runway selection...................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.c........  Runway surface condition (e.g.,      ...  ...   X    X
                  rough, smooth, icy, wet).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.d........  Preset positions (e.g., ramp, gate,   X    X    X    X
                  1 for takeoff, takeoff
                  position, over FAF).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    3.e........  Lighting controls..................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4..............  Environmental controls
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    4.a........  Visibility (statute miles             X    X    X    X
                  (kilometers)).
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    4.b........  Runway visual range (in feet          X    X    X    X
                  (meters)).
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    4.c........  Temperature........................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    4.d........  Climate conditions (e.g., ice,        X    X    X    X
                  snow, rain).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    4.e........  Wind speed and direction...........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    4.f........  Windshear..........................  ...  ...   X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    4.g........  Clouds (base and tops).............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5..............  Airplane system malfunctions          X    X    X    X
                  (Inserting and deleting
                  malfunctions into the simulator).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6..............  Locks, Freezes, and Repositioning
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.a........  Problem (all) freeze/release.......   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.b........  Position (geographic) freeze/         X    X    X    X
                  release.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.c........  Repositioning (locations, freezes,    X    X    X    X
                  and releases).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    6.d........  Ground speed control...............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------

7..............  Remote IOS.........................   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8..............  Sound Controls. On/off/adjustment..   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
9..............  Motion/Control Loading System
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    9.a........  On/off/emergency stop..............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
10.............  Observer Seats/Stations. Position/    X    X    X    X
                  Adjustment/Positive restraint
                  system.
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Begin Information

1. Introduction

    a. The following is an example test schedule for an Initial/
Upgrade evaluation that covers the majority of the requirements set
out in the Functions and Subjective test requirements. It is not
intended that the schedule be followed line by line, rather, the
example should be used as a guide for preparing a schedule that is
tailored to the airplane, sponsor, and training task.
    b. Functions and subjective tests should be planned. This
information has been organized as a reference document with the
considerations, methods, and evaluation notes for each individual
aspect of the simulator task presented as an individual item. In
this way the evaluator can design his or her own test plan, using
the appropriate sections to provide guidance on method and
evaluation criteria. Two aspects should be present in any test plan
structure:
    (1) An evaluation of the simulator to determine that it
replicates the aircraft and performs reliably for an uninterrupted
period equivalent to the length of a typical training session.
    (2) The simulator should be capable of operating reliably after
the use of training device functions such as repositions or
malfunctions.
    c. A detailed understanding of the training task will naturally
lead to a list of objectives that the simulator should meet. This
list will form the basis of the test plan. Additionally, once the
test plan has been formulated, the initial conditions and the
evaluation criteria should be established. The evaluator should
consider all factors that may have an influence on the
characteristics observed during particular training tasks in order
to make the test plan successful.

2. Events

a. Initial Conditions

    (1) Airport.
    (2) QNH.
    (3) Temperature.
    (4) Wind/Crosswind.
    (5) Zero Fuel Weight /Fuel/Gross Weight /Center of Gravity.

b. Initial Checks

    (1) Documentation of Simulator.
    (a) Simulator Acceptance Test Manuals.
    (b) Simulator Approval Test Guide.
    (c) Technical Logbook Open Item List.
    (d) Daily Functional Pre-flight Check.
    (2) Documentation of User/Carrier Flight Logs.
    (a) Simulator Operating/Instructor Manual.
    (b) Difference List (Aircraft/Simulator).
    (c) Flight Crew Operating Manuals.
    (d) Performance Data for Different Fields.
    (e) Crew Training Manual.
    (f) Normal/Abnormal/Emergency Checklists.
    (3) Simulator External Checks.
    (a) Appearance and Cleanliness.
    (b) Stairway/Access Bridge.
    (c) Emergency Rope Ladders.
    (d) ``Motion On''/``Flight in Progress'' Lights.
    (4) Simulator Internal Checks.
    (a) Cleaning/Disinfecting Towels (for cleaning oxygen masks).
    (b) Flight deck Layout (compare with difference list).
    (5) Equipment.
    (a) Quick Donning Oxygen Masks.
    (b) Head Sets.
    (c) Smoke Goggles.
    (d) Sun Visors.
    (e) Escape Rope.
    (f) Chart Holders.
    (g) Flashlights.
    (h) Fire Extinguisher (inspection date).
    (i) Crash Axe.
    (j) Gear Pins.

c. Power Supply and APU Start Checks

    (1) Batteries and Static Inverter.
    (2) APU Start with Battery.
    (3) APU Shutdown using Fire Handle.
    (4) External Power Connection.
    (5) APU Start with External Power.
    (6) Abnormal APU Start/Operation.

d. Flight deck Checks

    (1) Flight deck Preparation Checks.
    (2) FMC Programming.
    (3) Communications and Navigational Aids Checks.

e. Engine Start

    (1) Before Start Checks.
    (2) Battery start with Ground Air Supply Unit.
    (3) Engine Crossbleed Start.
    (4) Normal Engine Start.
    (5) Abnormal Engine Starts.
    (6) Engine Idle Readings.
    (7) After Start Checks.

f. Taxi Checks

    (1) Pushback/Powerback.
    (2) Taxi Checks.
    (3) Ground Handling Check:
    (a) Power required to initiate ground roll.
    (b) Thrust response.
    (c) Nosewheel and Pedal Steering.
    (d) Nosewheel Scuffing.
    (e) Perform 180 degree turns.
    (f) Brakes Response and Differential Braking using Normal,
Alternate and Emergency.
    (g) Brake Systems.
    (h) Eye height and fore/aft position.
    (4) Runway Roughness.
    g. Visual Scene--Ground Assessment. Select 3 different airport
models and perform the following checks with Day, Dusk and Night
selected, as appropriate:
    (1) Visual Controls.
    (a) Daylight, Dusk, Night Scene Controls.
    (b) Flight deck ``Daylight'' ambient lighting.
    (c) Environment Light Controls.
    (d) Runway Light Controls.
    (e) Taxiway Light Controls.
    (2) Airport Model Content.
    (a) Ramp area for buildings, gates, airbridges, maintenance
ground equipment, parked aircraft.
    (b) Daylight shadows, night time light pools.
    (c) Taxiways for correct markings, taxiway/runway, marker
boards, CAT I and II/III hold points, taxiway shape/grass areas,
taxiway light (positions and colors).
    (d) Runways for correct markings, lead-off lights, boards,
runway slope, runway light positions, and colors, directionality of
runway lights.
    (e) Airport environment for correct terrain and significant
features.
    (f) Visual scene quantization (aliasing), color, and occulting
levels.
    (3) Ground Traffic Selection.
    (4) Environment Effects.
    (a) Low cloud scene.
    (i) Rain:
    (A) Runway surface scene.
    (B) Windshield wiper--operation and sound.
    (ii) Hail:
    (A) Runway surface scene.
    (B) Windshield wiper--operation and sound.

    (b) Lightning/thunder.
    (c) Snow/ice runway surface scene.
    (d) Fog.
    h. Takeoff. Select one or several of the following test cases:
    (1) T/O Configuration Warnings.
    (2) Engine Takeoff Readings.
    (3) Rejected Takeoff (Dry/Wet/Icy Runway) and check the
following:
    (a) Autobrake function.
    (b) Anti-skid operation.
    (c) Motion/visual effects during deceleration.
    (d) Record stopping distance (use runway plot or runway lights
remaining).
    Continue taxiing along the runway while applying brakes and
check the following:
    (e) Center line lights alternating red/white for 2000 feet/600
meters.
    (f) Center line lights all red for 1000 feet/300 meters.
    (g) Runway end, red stop bars.
    (h) Braking fade effect.
    (i) Brake temperature indications.
    (4) Engine Failure between VI and V2.
    (5) Normal Takeoff:
    (a) During ground roll check the following:
    (i) Runway rumble.
    (ii) Acceleration cues.
    (iii) Groundspeed effects.
    (iv) Engine sounds.
    (v) Nosewheel and rudder pedal steering.
    (b) During and after rotation, check the following:
    (i) Rotation characteristics.
    (ii) Column force during rotation.
    (iii) Gear uplock sounds/bumps.
    (iv) Effect of slat/flap retraction during climbout.
    (6) Crosswind Takeoff (check the following):
    (a) Tendency to turn into or out of the wind.
    (b) Tendency to lift upwind wing as airspeed increases.
    (7) Windshear during Takeoff (check the following):
    (a) Controllable during windshear encounter.
    (b) Performance adequate when using correct techniques.
    (c) Windshear Indications satisfactory.
    (d) Motion cues satisfactory (particularly turbulence).
    (8) Normal Takeoff with Control Malfunction.
    (9) Low Visibility T/O (check the following):
    (a) Visual cues.
    (b) Flying by reference to instruments.
    (c) SID Guidance on LNAV.
    i. Climb Performance. Select one or several of the following
test cases:
    (1) Normal Climb--Climb while maintaining recommended speed
profile and note fuel, distance and time.
    (2) Single Engine Climb--Trim aircraft in a zero wheel climb at
V2.

    Note: Up to 5[deg] bank towards the operating engine(s) is
permissible. Climb for 3 minutes and note fuel, distance, and time.
Increase speed toward en route climb speed and retract flaps. Climb
for 3 minutes and note fuel, distance, and time.

    j. Systems Operation During Climb.
    Check normal operation and malfunctions as appropriate for the
following systems:
    (1) Air conditioning/Pressurization/Ventilation.
    (2) Autoflight.
    (3) Communications.
    (4) Electrical.
    (5) Fuel.
    (6) Icing Systems.
    (7) Indicating and Recording Systems.
    (8) Navigation/FMS.
    (9) Pneumatics.
    k. Cruise Checks. Select one or several of the following test
cases:
    (1) Cruise Performance.
    (2) High Speed/High Altitude Handling (check the following):
    (a) Overspeed warning.
    (b) High Speed buffet.
    (c) Aircraft control satisfactory.
    (d) Envelope limiting functions on Computer Controlled Aircraft.
    Reduce airspeed to below level flight buffet onset speed, start
a turn, and check the following:
    (e) High Speed buffet increases with G loading.
    Reduce throttles to idle and start descent, deploy the
speedbrake, and check the following:
    (f) Speedbrake indications.
    (g) Symmetrical deployment.
    (h) Airframe buffet.
    (i) Aircraft response hands off.
    (3) Yaw Damper Operation. Switch off yaw dampers and autopilot.
Initiate a Dutch roll and check the following:
    (a) Aircraft dynamics.
    (b) Simulator motion effects.
    Switch on yaw dampers, re-initiate a Dutch roll and check the
following:
    (c) Damped aircraft dynamics.
    (4) APU Operation.
    (5) Engine Gravity Feed.
    (6) Engine Shutdown and Driftdown Check: FMC operation Aircraft
performance.
    (7) Engine Relight.
    l. Descent. Select one of the following test cases:
    (1) Normal Descent. Descend while maintaining recommended speed
profile and note fuel, distance and time.
    (2) Cabin Depressurization/Emergency Descent.
    m. Medium Altitude Checks. Select one or several of the
following test cases:
    (1) High Angle of Attack/Stall. Trim the aircraft at 1.4 Vs,
establish 1 kt/sec \2\ deceleration rate, and check the following--
    (a) System displays/operation satisfactory.
    (b) Handling characteristics satisfactory.
    (c) Stall and Stick shaker speed.
    (d) Buffet characteristics and onset speed.
    (e) Envelope limiting functions on Computer Controlled Aircraft.
    Recover to straight and level flight and check the following:
    (f) Handling characteristics satisfactory.
    (2) Turning Flight. Roll aircraft to left, establish a 30[deg]
to 45[deg] bank angle, and check the following:
    (a) Stick force required, satisfactory.
    (b) Wheel requirement to maintain bank angle.
    (c) Slip ball response, satisfactory.
    (d) Time to turn 180[deg].
    Roll aircraft from 45[deg] bank one way to 45[deg] bank the
opposite direction while maintaining altitude and airspeed--check
the following:
    (e) Controllability during maneuver.
    (3) Degraded flight controls.
    (4) Holding Procedure (check the following:)
    (a) FMC operation.
    (b) Autopilot auto thrust performance.
    (5) Storm Selection (check the following:)
    (a) Weather radar controls.
    (b) Weather radar operation.
    (c) Visual scene corresponds with WXR pattern.
    (Fly through storm center, and check the following:)
    (d) Aircraft enters cloud.
    (e) Aircraft encounters representative turbulence.
    (f) Rain/hail sound effects evident.
    As aircraft leaves storm area, check the following:
    (g) Storm effects disappear.
    (6) TCAS (check the following:)
    (a) Traffic appears on visual display.
    (b) Traffic appears on TCAS display(s).
    As conflicting traffic approaches, take relevant avoiding
action, and check the following:
    (c) Visual and TCAS system displays.
    n. Approach and Landing. Select one or several of the following
test cases while monitoring flight control and hydraulic systems for
normal operation and with malfunctions selected:
    (1) Flaps/Gear Normal Operation. Check the following:
    (a) Time for extension/retraction.
    (b) Buffet characteristics.
    (2) Normal Visual Approach and Landing.
    Fly a normal visual approach and landing--check the following:
    (a) Aircraft handling.
    (b) Spoiler operation.
    (c) Reverse thrust operation.
    (d) Directional control on the ground.
    (e) Touchdown cues for main and nosewheel.
    (f) Visual cues.
    (g) Motion cues.
    (h) Sound cues.
    (i) Brake and anti-skid operation.
    (3) Flaps/Gear Abnormal Operation or with hydraulic
malfunctions.
    (4) Abnormal Wing Flaps/Slats Landing.
    (5) Manual Landing with Control Malfunction.
    (a) Aircraft handling.
    (b) Radio aids and instruments.
    (c) Airport model content and cues.
    (d) Motion cues.
    (e) Sound cues.
    (6) Non-precision Approach--All Engines Operating.
    (a) Aircraft handling.
    (b) Radio Aids and instruments.
    (c) Airport model content and cues.
    (d) Motion cues.
    (e) Sound cues.
    (7) Circling Approach.
    (a) Aircraft handling.
    (c) Radio Aids and instruments.
    (d) Airport model content and cues.
    (e) Motion cues.
    (f) Sound cues.
    (8) Non-precision Approach--One Engine Inoperative.

    (a) Aircraft handling.
    (b) Radio Aids and instruments.
    (c) Airport model content and cues.
    (d) Motion cues.
    (e) Sound cues.
    (9) One Engine Inoperative Go-around.
    (a) Aircraft handling.
    (b) Radio Aids and instruments.
    (c) Airport model content and cues.
    (d) Motion cues.
    (e) Sound cues.
    (10) CAT I Approach and Landing with raw-data ILS.
    (a) Aircraft handling.
    (b) Radio Aids and instruments.
    (c) Airport model content and cues.
    (d) Motion cues.
    (e) Sound cues.
    (11) CAT I Approach and Landing with Limiting Crosswind.
    (a) Aircraft handling.
    (b) Radio Aids and instruments.
    (c) Airport model content and cues.
    (d) Motion cues.
    (e) Sound cues.
    (12) CAT I Approach with Windshear. Check the following:
    (a) Controllable during windshear encounter.
    (b) Performance adequate when using correct techniques.
    (c) Windshear indications/warnings.
    (d) Motion cues (particularly turbulence).
    (13) CAT II Approach and Automatic Go-Around.
    (14) CAT III Approach and Landing--System Malfunctions.
    (15) CAT III Approach and Landing--1 Engine Inoperative.
    (16) GPWS evaluation.
    o. Visual Scene--In-Flight Assessment.
    Select three (3) different visual models and perform the
following checks with ``day,'' ``dusk,'' and ``night'' (as
appropriate) selected. Reposition the aircraft at or below 2000 feet
within 10 nm of the airfield. Fly the aircraft around the airport
environment and assess control of the visual system and evaluate the
Airport model content as described below:
    (1) Visual Controls.
    (a) Daylight, Dusk, Night Scene Controls.
    (b) Environment Light Controls.
    (c) Runway Light Controls.
    (d) Taxiway Light Controls.
    (e) Approach Light Controls.
    (2) Airport model Content.
    (a) Airport environment for correct terrain and significant
features.
    (b) Runways for correct markings, runway slope, directionality
of runway lights.
    (c) Visual scene for quantization (aliasing), color, and
occulting.
    Reposition the aircraft to a long, final approach for an ``ILS
runway.'' Select flight freeze when the aircraft is 5-statute miles
(sm)/8-kilometers (km) out and on the glide slope. Check the
following:
    (3) Airport model content.
    (a) Airfield features.
    (b) Approach lights.
    (c) Runway definition.
    (d) Runway definition.
    (e) Runway edge lights and VASI lights.
    (f) Strobe lights.
    Release flight freeze. Continue flying the approach with NP
engaged. Select flight freeze when aircraft is 3 sm/5 km out and on
the glide slope. Check the following:
    (4) Airport model Content.
    (a) Runway centerline light.
    (b) Taxiway definition and lights.
    Release flight freeze and continue flying the approach with A/P
engaged. Select flight freeze when aircraft is 2 sm/3 km out and on
the glide slope. Check the following:
    (5) Airport model content.
    (a) Runway threshold lights.
    (b) Touchdown zone lights.
    At 200 ft radio altitude and still on glide slope, select Flight
Freeze. Check the following:
    (6) Airport model content.
    (a) Runway markings.
    Set the weather to Category I conditions and check the
following:
    (7) Airport model content.
    (a) Visual ground segment.
    Set the weather to Category II conditions, release Flight
Freeze, re-select Flight Freeze at 100 feet radio altitude, and
check the following:
    (8) Airport model content.
    (a) Visual ground segment.
    Select night/dusk (twilight) conditions and check the following:
    (9) Airport model content.
    (a) Runway markings visible within landing light lobes.
    Set the weather to Category III conditions, release Flight
Freeze, re-select Flight Freeze at 50 feet radio altitude and check
the following:
    (10) Airport model content.
    (a) Visual ground segment.
    Set WX to a typical ``missed approach? weather condition,
release Flight Freeze, re-select Flight Freeze at 15 feet radio
altitude, and check the following:
    (11) Airport model content.
    (a) Visual ground segment.
    When on the ground, stop the aircraft. Set 0 feet RVR, ensure
strobe/beacon tights are switched on and check the following:
    (12) Airport model content.
    (a) Visual effect of strobe and beacon.
    Reposition to final approach, set weather to ``Clear,'' continue
approach for an automatic landing, and check the following:
    (13) Airport model content.
    (a) Visual cues during flare to assess sink rate.
    (b) Visual cues during flare to assess Depth perception.
    (c) Flight deck height above ground.
    After Landing Operations.
    (1) After Landing Checks.
    (2) Taxi back to gate. Check the following:
    (a) Visual model satisfactory.
    (b) Parking brake operation satisfactory.
    (3) Shutdown Checks.
    q. Crash Function.
    (1) Gear-up Crash.
    (2) Excessive rate of descent Crash.
    (3) Excessive bank angle Crash.

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Attachment 5 to Appendix A to Part 60--Simulator Qualification
Requirements for Windshear Training Program Use

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Begin QPS Requirements

1. Applicability

    This attachment applies to all simulators, regardless of
qualification level, that are used to satisfy the training
requirements of an FAA-approved low-altitude windshear flight
training program, or any FAA-approved training program that
addresses windshear encounters.

2. Statement of Compliance and Capability (SOC)

    a. The sponsor must submit an SOC confirming that the
aerodynamic model is based on flight test data supplied by the
airplane manufacturer or other approved data provider. The SOC must
also confirm that any change to environmental wind parameters,
including variances in those parameters for windshear conditions,
once inserted for computation, result in the correct simulated
performance. This statement must also include examples of
environmental wind parameters currently evaluated in the simulator
(such as crosswind takeoffs, crosswind approaches, and crosswind
landings).
    b. For simulators without windshear warning, caution, or
guidance hardware in the original equipment, the SOC must also state
that the simulation of the added hardware and/or software, including
associated flight deck displays and annunciations, replicates the
system(s) installed in the airplane. The statement must be
accompanied by a block diagram depicting the input and output signal
flow, and comparing the signal flow to the equipment installed in
the airplane.

3. Models

    The windshear models installed in the simulator software used
for the qualification evaluation must do the following:
    a. Provide cues necessary for recognizing windshear onset and
potential performance degradation requiring a pilot to initiate
recovery procedures. The cues must include all of the following, as
appropriate for the portion of the flight envelope:
    (1) Rapid airspeed change of at least 15 knots
(kts).
    (2) Stagnation of airspeed during the takeoff roll.
    (3) Rapid vertical speed change of at least 500 feet
per minute (fpm).
    (4) Rapid pitch change of at least 5[deg].
    b. Be adjustable in intensity (or other parameter to achieve an
intensity effect) to at least two (2) levels so that upon
encountering the windshear the pilot may identify its presence and
apply the recommended procedures for escape from such a windshear.
    (1) If the intensity is lesser, the performance capability of
the simulated airplane in the windshear permits the pilot to
maintain a satisfactory flightpath; and
    (2) If the intensity is greater, the performance capability of
the simulated airplane in the windshear does not permit the pilot to
maintain a satisfactory flightpath (crash). Note: The means used to
accomplish the ``nonsurvivable'' scenario of paragraph 3.b.(2) of
this attachment, that involve operational elements of the simulated
airplane, must reflect the dispatch limitations of the airplane.
    c. Be available for use in the FAA-approved windshear flight
training program.

4. Demonstrations

    a. The sponsor must identify one survivable takeoff windshear
training model and one survivable approach windshear training model.
The wind components of the survivable models must be presented in
graphical format so that all components of the windshear are shown,
including initiation point, variance in magnitude, and time or
distance correlations. The simulator must be operated at the same
gross weight, airplane configuration, and initial airspeed during
the takeoff demonstration (through calm air and through the first
selected survivable windshear), and at the same gross weight,
airplane configuration, and initial airspeed during the approach
demonstration (through calm air and through the second selected
survivable windshear).
    b. In each of these four situations, at an ``initiation point''
(i.e., where windshear onset is or should be recognized), the

recommended procedures for windshear recovery are applied and the
results are recorded as specified in paragraph 5 of this attachment.
    c. These recordings are made without inserting programmed random
turbulence. Turbulence that results from the windshear model is to
be expected, and no attempt may be made to neutralize turbulence
from this source.
    d. The definition of the models and the results of the
demonstrations of all four?(4) cases described in paragraph 4.a of
this attachment, must be made a part of the MQTG.

5. Recording Parameters

    a. In each of the four MQTG cases, an electronic recording (time
history) must be made of the following parameters:
    (1) Indicated or calibrated airspeed.
    (2) Indicated vertical speed.
    (3) Pitch attitude.
    (4) Indicated or radio altitude.
    (5) Angle of attack.
    (6) Elevator position.
    (7) Engine data (thrust, N1, or throttle position).
    (8) Wind magnitudes (simple windshear model assumed).
    b. These recordings must be initiated at least 10 seconds prior
to the initiation point, and continued until recovery is complete or
ground contact is made.

6. Equipment Installation and Operation

    All windshear warning, caution, or guidance hardware installed
in the simulator must operate as it operates in the airplane. For
example, if a rapidly changing wind speed and/or direction would
have caused a windshear warning in the airplane, the simulator must
respond equivalently without instructor/evaluator intervention.

7. Qualification Test Guide

    a. All QTG material must be forwarded to the NSPM.
    b. A simulator windshear evaluation will be scheduled in
accordance with normal procedures. Continuing qualification
evaluation schedules will be used to the maximum extent possible.
    c. During the on-site evaluation, the evaluator will ask the
operator to run the performance tests and record the results. The
results of these on-site tests will be compared to those results
previously approved and placed in the QTG or MQTG, as appropriate.
    d. QTGs for new (or MQTGs for upgraded) simulators must contain
or reference the information described in paragraphs 2, 3, 4, and 5
of this attachment.

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8. Subjective Evaluation

    The NSPM will fly the simulator in at least two of the available
windshear scenarios to subjectively evaluate simulator performance
as it encounters the programmed windshear conditions.
    a. One scenario will include parameters that enable the pilot to
maintain a satisfactory flightpath.
    b. One scenario will include parameters that will not enable the
pilot to maintain a satisfactory flightpath (crash).
    c. Other scenarios may be examined at the NSPM's discretion.

9. Qualification Basis

    The addition of windshear programming to a simulator in order to
comply with the qualification for required windshear training does
not change the original qualification basis of the simulator.

10. Demonstration Repeatability

    For the purposes of demonstration repeatability, it is
recommended that the simulator be flown by means of the simulator's
autodrive function (for those simulators that have autodrive
capability) during the demonstrations.

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Attachment 6 to Appendix A to Part 60--FSTD Directives Applicable to
Airplane Flight Simulators

Flight Simulation Training Device (FSTD) Directive

    FSTD Directive 1. Applicable to all Full Flight Simulators
(FFS), 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
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 v
airport models with other aspects of the airport environment,
correlation of the aircraft and associated equipment, scene quality
assessment features, and the control of these models the instructor
must be able to exercise.
    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 models must be developed using airport
pictures, construction drawings and maps, or other similar data, or
developed in accordance with published regulatory material. However,
this 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 for a sample MQTG Index of
Effective FSTD Directives chart.

Appendix B to Part 60--Qualification Performance Standards for Airplane
Flight Training Devices

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    This appendix establishes the standards for Airplane FTD
evaluation and qualification at Level 4, Level 5, or Level 6. The
Flight Standards Service, 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 airplane FTD evaluations.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Applicability (Sec. Sec.  60.1 and 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 Airplane 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. Record Keeping 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 B to Part 60--General FTD Requirements.
Attachment 2 to Appendix B to Part 60--Flight Training Device (FTD)
Objective Tests.
Attachment 3 to Appendix B to Part 60--Flight Training Device (FTD)
Subjective Evaluation.
Attachment 4 to Appendix B to Part 60--Sample Documents.

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    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 120-45, as amended, Airplane Flight Training Device
Qualification.
    (14) AC 120-57, as amended, Surface Movement Guidance and
Control System (SMGCS).
    (15) AC 150/5300-13, as amended, Airport Design.
    (16) AC 150/5340-1, as amended, Standards for Airport Markings.
    (17) AC 150/5340-4, as amended, Installation Details for Runway
Centerline Touchdown Zone Lighting Systems.
    (18) AC 150/5340-19, as amended, Taxiway Centerline Lighting
System.
    (19) AC 150/5340-24, as amended, Runway and Taxiway Edge
Lighting System.
    (20) AC 150/5345-28, as amended, Precision Approach Path
Indicator (PAPI) Systems.
    (21) International Air Transport Association document, ``Flight
Simulator Design and Performance Data Requirements,'' as amended.
    (22) AC 25-7, as amended, Flight Test Guide for Certification of
Transport Category Airplanes.
    (23) AC 23-8A, as amended, Flight Test Guide for Certification
of Part 23 Airplanes.
    (24) International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Manual of
Criteria for the Qualification of Flight Simulators, as amended.
    (25) Airplane Flight Simulator Evaluation Handbook, Volume I, as
amended and Volume II, as amended, The Royal Aeronautical Society,
London, UK.
    (26) FAA Publication FAA-S-8081 series (Practical Test Standards
for Airline Transport Pilot Certificate, Type Ratings, Commercial
Pilot, and Instrument Ratings).
    (27) The FAA Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). An
electronic version of the AIM is on the Internet at http://
www.faa.gov/atpubs.
    (28) Aeronautical Radio, Inc. (ARINC) document number 436,
titled Guidelines For Electronic Qualification Test Guide (as
amended).
    (29) 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. 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.

3. Definitions (Sec.  60.3)

    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.

4. Qualification Performance Standards (Sec.  60.4)

    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.4, Qualification Performance Standards.

5. Quality Management System (Sec.  60.5)

    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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6. Sponsor Qualification Requirements. (Sec.  60.7).

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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 airplane 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 airplane 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 airplane 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
airplane 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 airplane, 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 airplane (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 airplane (as described in Sec.
60.7(d)(1)); or
    (ii) A statement is obtained from a qualified pilot (having
flown the airplane, 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 airplane (as described in Sec.  60.7(d)(2)).

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7. Additional Responsibilities of the Sponsor (Sec.  60.9)

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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.

8. FTD Use (Sec.  60.11)

    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.11, FTD use.

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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 airplane 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) An understanding of the accuracy of the data to be gathered
using appropriate alternative data sources, procedures, and
instrumentation that is traceable to a recognized standard as
described in Attachment 2, Table B2F of this appendix.
    (4) 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 B2A, Appendix B;
    (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 airplane 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 are those data that are 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
    (2) Within 45 calendar days, notify the NSPM of--
    (i) The schedule to incorporate this data into the FTD; or
    (ii) 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 test 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 A, Table A2C, Sample Validation Data Roadmap
for Airplanes) 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. It is for this reason that
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
Recorder.

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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
questions about the continued qualification or use of the FTD.

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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);
and
    (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 B2A 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 B4C, 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 B4G,
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 B4B, 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 airplane 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 (SOCs) 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 airplane 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 an airplane type using a convertible FTD, the sponsor
must provide a QTG for each airplane model, or a QTG for the first
airplane model and a supplement to that QTG for each additional
airplane model. The NSPM will conduct evaluations for each airplane
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
airplane 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 B2A 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 airplane with respect to time. Time histories
recorded via a line printer are to be clearly identified for cross-
plotting on the airplane 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 airplane 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 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
of the FTD.

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    m. Only those FTDs that are sponsored by a certificate holder as
defined in Appendix F 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) Airplane responses, including longitudinal and lateral-
directional control responses (see Attachment 2 of this appendix);
    (2) Performance in authorized portions of the simulated
airplane'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) Airplane systems and sub-systems (as appropriate) as
compared to the airplane 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); and
    (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 includes 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. For example,
if a Level 6 evaluation is requested, but the FTD fails to meet the
spiral stability test tolerances, it could be qualified at Level 5.
    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
B1B 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,
Figure B4A, Sample Request for Initial, Upgrade, or Reinstatement
Evaluation, of this appendix.
    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 B2A, 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 engine out maneuvers or circling approaches.

12. Additional Qualifications for Currently Qualified FTDs (Sec.
60.16).

    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.16, Additional Qualifications for a Currently Qualified
FTD.

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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 qualified prior to May 30, 2008, and replacement FTD