with flight time experience in that aircraft) and knowledgeable
about the operation of the aircraft and the operation of the FFS.

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    m. Only those FFSs that are sponsored by a certificate holder as
defined in Appendix F of this part will be evaluated by the NSPM.
However, other FFS 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 FFS must be evaluated as completely as possible. To ensure
a thorough and uniform evaluation, each FFS is subjected to the
general simulator 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) FFS 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 FFS 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
FFS performance and determining compliance with the requirements of
this part.

    (2) Subjective tests provide a basis for:
    (a) Evaluating the capability of the FFS to perform over a
typical utilization period;
    (b) Determining that the FFS satisfactorily simulates each
required task;
    (c) Verifying correct operation of the FFS 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 FFS validation and are not to be confused with design
tolerances specified for FFS 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 the 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 FFS 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 FFS for the conduct of objective and
subjective tests and an examination of functions) if the FFS is not
being used for flight crewmember training, testing, or checking.
However, if the FFS were being used, the evaluation would be
conducted in a non-exclusive manner. This non-exclusive evaluation
will be conducted by the FFS evaluator accompanying the check
airman, instructor, Aircrew Program Designee (APD), or FAA inspector
aboard the FFS along with the student(s) and observing the operation
of the FFS 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 level requested but do support a lower level, the
NSPM may qualify the FFS at that lower level. For example, if a
Level D evaluation is requested and the FFS fails to meet sound test
tolerances, it could be qualified at Level C.
    s. After an FFS is successfully evaluated, the NSPM issues a
Statement of Qualification (SOQ) to the sponsor. The NSPM recommends
the FFS to the TPAA, who will approve the FFS 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 FFS is qualified, referencing the
tasks described in Table A1B in Attachment 1 of this appendix.
However, it is the sponsor's responsibility to obtain TPAA approval
prior to using the FFS in an FAA-approved flight training program.
    t. Under normal circumstances, the NSPM establishes a date for
the initial or upgrade evaluation within ten (10) working days after
determining that a complete QTG is acceptable. Unusual circumstances
may warrant establishing an evaluation date before this
determination is made. A sponsor may schedule an evaluation date as
early as 6 months in advance. However, there may be a delay of 45
days or more in rescheduling and completing the evaluation if the
sponsor is unable to meet the scheduled date. See Attachment 4 of
this appendix, Figure A4A, Sample Request for Initial, Upgrade, or
Reinstatement Evaluation.
    u. The numbering system used for objective test results in the
QTG should closely follow the numbering system set out in Attachment
2 of this appendix, FFS Objective Tests, Table A2A.
    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 FFS 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 windshear training and circling approaches.

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12. Additional Qualifications for a Currently Qualified FFS (Sec.
60.16)

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    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.16, Additional Qualifications for a Currently Qualified
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13. Previously Qualified FFSs (Sec.  60.17)

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    a. In instances where a sponsor plans to remove an FFS 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 FFS will be
inactive;
    (2) Continuing Qualification evaluations will not be scheduled
during the inactive period;
    (3) The NSPM will remove the FFS from the list of qualified
FSTDs 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 FFS 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. Simulators qualified prior to May 30, 2008, are not required
to meet the general simulation requirements, the objective test
requirements or the subjective test requirements of attachments 1,
2, and 3 of this appendix as long as the simulator continues to meet
the test requirements contained in the MQTG developed under the
original qualification basis.
    c. After May 30, 2009, each visual scene or airport model beyond
the minimum required for the FFS qualification level that is
installed in and available for use in a qualified FFS must meet the
requirements described in attachment 3 of this appendix.
    d. Simulators qualified prior to May 30, 2008, may be updated.
If an evaluation is deemed appropriate or necessary by the NSPM
after such an update, the evaluation will not require an evaluation
to standards beyond those against which the simulator was originally
qualified.

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    e. Other certificate holders or persons desiring to use an FFS
may contract with FFS sponsors to use FFSs previously qualified at a
particular level for an airplane type and approved for use within an
FAA-approved flight training program. Such FFSs are not required to
undergo an additional qualification process, except as described in
Sec.  60.16.
    f. Each FFS user must obtain approval from the appropriate TPAA
to use any FFS in an FAA-approved flight training program.
    g. The intent of the requirement listed in Sec.  60.17(b), for
each FFS to have a SOQ within 6 years, is to have the availability
of that statement (including the configuration list and the
limitations to authorizations) to provide a complete picture of the
FFS inventory regulated by the FAA. The issuance of the statement
will not require any additional evaluation or require any adjustment
to the evaluation basis for the FFS.
    h. Downgrading of an FFS is a permanent change in qualification
level and will necessitate the issuance of a revised SOQ to reflect
the revised qualification level, as appropriate. If a temporary
restriction is placed on an FFS because of a missing,
malfunctioning, or inoperative component or on-going repairs, the
restriction is not a permanent change in qualification level.
Instead, the restriction is temporary and is removed when the reason
for the restriction has been resolved.
    i. The NSPM will determine the evaluation criteria for an FFS
that has been removed from active status. The criteria will be based
on the number of continuing qualification evaluations and quarterly
inspections missed during the period of inactivity. For example, if
the FFS were out of service for a 1 year period, it would be
necessary to complete the entire QTG, since all of the quarterly
evaluations would have been missed. The NSPM will also consider how
the FFS was stored, whether parts were removed from the FFS and
whether the FFS was disassembled.
    j. The FFS will normally be requalified using the FAA-approved
MQTG and the criteria that was in effect prior to its removal from
qualification. However, inactive periods of 2 years or more will
require requalification under the standards in effect and current at
the time of requalification.

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14. Inspection, Continuing Qualification Evaluation, and Maintenance
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    a. The sponsor must conduct a minimum of four evenly spaced
inspections throughout the year. The objective test sequence and
content of each inspection must be developed by the sponsor and must
be acceptable to the NSPM.
    b. The description of the functional preflight check must be
contained in the sponsor's QMS.
    c. Record ``functional preflight'' in the FFS discrepancy log
book or other acceptable location, including any item found to be
missing, malfunctioning, or inoperative.
    d. During the continuing 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 FFS.
    e. The NSPM will conduct continuing qualification evaluations
every 12 months unless:
    (1) The NSPM becomes aware of discrepancies or performance
problems with the device that warrants more frequent evaluations; or
    (2) The sponsor implements a QMS that justifies less frequent
evaluations. However, in no case shall the frequency of a continuing
qualification evaluation exceed 36 months.

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    f. The sponsor's test sequence and the content of each quarterly
inspection required in Sec.  60.19(a)(1) should include a balance
and a mix from the objective test requirement areas listed as
follows:
    (1) Performance.
    (2) Handling qualities.
    (3) Motion system (where appropriate).
    (4) Visual system (where appropriate).
    (5) Sound system (where appropriate).
    (6) Other FFS systems.
    g. If the NSP evaluator plans to accomplish specific tests
during a normal continuing qualification evaluation that requires
the use of special equipment or technicians, the sponsor will be
notified as far in advance of the evaluation as practical; but not
less than 72 hours. Examples of such tests include latencies,
control dynamics, sounds and vibrations, motion, and/or some visual
system tests.
    h. The continuing qualification evaluations, described in Sec.
60.19(b), will normally require 4 hours of FFS time. However,
flexibility is necessary to address abnormal situations or
situations involving aircraft with additional levels of complexity
(e.g., computer controlled aircraft). The sponsor should anticipate
that some tests may require additional time. The continuing
qualification evaluations will consist of the following:
    (1) Review of the results of the quarterly inspections conducted
by the sponsor since the last scheduled continuing qualification
evaluation.
    (2) A selection of approximately 8 to 15 objective tests from
the MQTG that provide an adequate opportunity to evaluate the
performance of the FFS. The tests chosen will be performed either
automatically or manually and should be able to be conducted within
approximately one-third (\1/3\) of the allotted FFS time.
    (3) A subjective evaluation of the FFS to perform a
representative sampling of the tasks set out in attachment 3 of this
appendix. This portion of the evaluation should take approximately
two-thirds (\2/3\) of the allotted FFS time.
    (4) An examination of the functions of the FFS may include the
motion system, visual system, sound system, instructor operating
station, and the normal functions and simulated malfunctions of the
airplane systems. This examination is normally accomplished
simultaneously with the subjective evaluation requirements.

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15. Logging FFS Discrepancies (Sec.  60.20)

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    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.20. Logging FFS Discrepancies.

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16. Interim Qualification of FFSs for New Airplane Types or Models
(Sec.  60.21)

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    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.21, Interim Qualification of FFSs for New Airplane Types or
Models.

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17. Modifications to FFSs (Sec.  60.23)

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    a. The notification described in Sec.  60.23(c)(2) must include
a complete description of the planned modification, with a
description of the operational and engineering effect the proposed
modification will have on the operation of the FFS and the results
that are expected with the modification incorporated.
    b. Prior to using the modified FFS:
    (1) All the applicable objective tests completed with the
modification incorporated, including any necessary updates to the
MQTG (e.g., accomplishment of FSTD Directives) must be acceptable to
the NSPM; and
    (2) The sponsor must provide the NSPM with a statement signed by
the MR that the factors listed in Sec.  60.15(b) are addressed by
the appropriate personnel as described in that section.

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    FSTD Directives are considered modifications of an FFS. See
Attachment 4 of this appendix for a sample index of effective FSTD
Directives. See Attachment 6 of this appendix for a list of all
effective FSTD Directives applicable to Airplane FFSs.

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18. Operation with Missing, Malfunctioning, or Inoperative Components
(Sec.  60.25)

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    a. The sponsor's responsibility with respect to Sec.  60.25(a)
is satisfied when the sponsor fairly and accurately advises the user
of the current status of an FFS, including any missing,
malfunctioning, or inoperative (MMI) component(s).
    b. It is the responsibility of the instructor, check airman, or
representative of the administrator conducting training, testing, or
checking to exercise reasonable and prudent judgment to determine if
any MMI component is necessary for the satisfactory completion of a
specific maneuver, procedure, or task.
    c. If the 29th or 30th day of the 30-day period described in
Sec.  60.25(b) is on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday, the FAA
will extend the deadline until the next business day.
    d. In accordance with the authorization described in Sec.
60.25(b), the sponsor may develop a discrepancy prioritizing system
to accomplish repairs based on the level of impact on the capability
of the FFS. Repairs having a larger impact on FFS capability to
provide the required training, evaluation, or flight experience will
have a higher priority for repair or replacement.

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19. Automatic Loss of Qualification and Procedures for Restoration of
Qualification (Sec.  60.27)

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    If the sponsor provides a plan for how the FFS will be
maintained during its out-of-service period (e.g., periodic exercise
of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems; routine
replacement of hydraulic fluid; control of the environmental factors
in which the FFS is to be maintained) there is a greater likelihood
that the NSPM will be able to determine the amount of testing
required for requalification.

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20. Other Losses of Qualification and Procedures for Restoration of
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    If the sponsor provides a plan for how the FFS will be
maintained during its out-of-service period (e.g., periodic exercise
of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical

systems; routine replacement of hydraulic fluid; control of the
environmental factors in which the FFS is to be maintained) there is
a greater likelihood that the NSPM will be able to determine the
amount of testing required for requalification.

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21. Recordkeeping and Reporting (Sec.  60.31)

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    a. FFS modifications can include hardware or software changes.
For FFS modifications involving software programming changes, the
record required by Sec.  60.31(a)(2) must consist of the name of the
aircraft system software, aerodynamic model, or engine model change,
the date of the change, a summary of the change, and the reason for
the change.
    b. If a coded form for record keeping is used, it must provide
for the preservation and retrieval of information with appropriate
security or controls to prevent the inappropriate alteration of such
records after the fact.

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22. Applications, Logbooks, Reports, and Records: Fraud, Falsification,
or Incorrect Statements (Sec.  60.33)

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    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.33, Applications, Logbooks, Reports, and Records: Fraud,
Falsification, or Incorrect Statements.

23. Specific FFS Compliance Requirements (Sec.  60.35)

    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.35, Specific FFS Compliance Requirements.

24. [Reserved]

25. FFS Qualification on the Basis of a Bilateral Aviation Safety
Agreement (BASA) (Sec.  60.37)

    No additional regulatory or informational material applies to
Sec.  60.37, FFS Qualification on the Basis of a Bilateral Aviation
Safety Agreement (BASA).

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Attachment 1 to Appendix A to Part 60--General Simulator Requirements

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1. Requirements

    a. Certain requirements included in this appendix must be
supported with an SOC as defined in Appendix F, which may include
objective and subjective tests. The requirements for SOCs are
indicated in the ``General Simulator Requirements'' column in Table
A1A of this appendix.
    b. Table A1A describes the requirements for the indicated level
of FFS. Many devices include operational systems or functions that
exceed the requirements outlined in this section. However, all
systems will be tested and evaluated in accordance with this
appendix to ensure proper operation.

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2. Discussion

    a. This attachment describes the general simulator requirements
for qualifying an airplane FFS. The sponsor should also consult the
objective tests in Attachment 2 of this appendix and the examination
of functions and subjective tests listed in Attachment 3 of this
appendix to determine the complete requirements for a specific level
simulator.
    b. The material contained in this attachment is divided into the
following categories:
    (1) General flight deck configuration.
    (2) Simulator programming.
    (3) Equipment operation.
    (4) Equipment and facilities for instructor/evaluator functions.
    (5) Motion system.
    (6) Visual system.
    (7) Sound system.
    c. Table A1A provides the standards for the General Simulator
Requirements.
    d. Table A1B provides the tasks that the sponsor will examine to
determine whether the FFS satisfactorily meets the requirements for
flight crew training, testing, and experience, and provides the
tasks for which the simulator may be qualified.
    e. Table A1C provides the functions that an instructor/check
airman must be able to control in the simulator.
    f. It is not required that all of the tasks that appear on the
List of Qualified Tasks (part of the SOQ) be accomplished during the
initial or continuing qualification evaluation.

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               Table A1A.--Minimum Simulator Requirements
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       QPS requirements         Simulator levels        Information
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                  General
 Entry No.       simulator      A    B    C    D           Notes
               requirements
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1. General Flight deck Configuration.
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1.a........  The simulator      X    X    X    X   For simulator
              must have a                           purposes, the flight
              flight deck                           deck consists of all
              that is a                             that space forward
              replica of the                        of a cross section
              airplane                              of the flight deck
              simulated with                        at the most extreme
              controls,                             aft setting of the
              equipment,                            pilots' seats,
              observable                            including additional
              flight deck                           required crewmember
              indicators,                           duty stations and
              circuit                               those required
              breakers, and                         bulkheads aft of the
              bulkheads                             pilot seats. For
              properly                              clarification,
              located,                              bulkheads containing
              functionally                          only items such as
              accurate and                          landing gear pin
              replicating the                       storage
              airplane. The                         compartments, fire
              direction of                          axes and
              movement of                           extinguishers, spare
              controls and                          light bulbs, and
              switches must                         aircraft document
              be identical to                       pouches are not
              the airplane.                         considered essential
              Pilot seats                           and may be omitted.
              must allow the
              occupant to
              achieve the
              design ``eye
              position''
              established for
              the airplane
              being
              simulated.
              Equipment for
              the operation
              of the flight
              deck windows
              must be
              included, but
              the actual
              windows need
              not be
              operable.
              Additional
              equipment such
              as fire axes,
              extinguishers,
              and spare light
              bulbs must be
              available in
              the FFS but may
              be relocated to
              a suitable
              location as
              near as
              practical to
              the original
              position. Fire
              axes, landing
              gear pins, and
              any similar
              purpose
              instruments
              need only be
              represented in
              silhouette.
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1.b........  Those circuit      X    X    X    X
              breakers that
              affect
              procedures or
              result in
              observable
              flight deck
              indications
              must be
              properly
              located and
              functionally
              accurate.
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2. Programming.
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2.a........  A flight           X    X    X    X
              dynamics model
              that accounts
              for various
              combinations of
              drag and thrust
              normally
              encountered in
              flight must
              correspond to
              actual flight
              conditions,
              including the
              effect of
              change in
              airplane
              attitude,
              thrust, drag,
              altitude,
              temperature,
              gross weight,
              moments of
              inertia, center
              of gravity
              location, and
              configuration.
             An SOC is
              required.
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2.b........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must have the
              computer
              capacity,
              accuracy,
              resolution, and
              dynamic
              response needed
              to meet the
              qualification
              level sought.
             An SOC is
              required..
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2.c........  Surface            X
              operations must
              be represented
              to the extent
              that allows
              turns within
              the confines of
              the runway and
              adequate
              controls on the
              landing and
              roll-out from a
              crosswind
              approach to a
              landing.
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2.d........  Ground handling
              and aerodynamic
              programming
              must include
              the following:
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2.d.1......  Ground effect...        X    X    X   Ground effect
                                                    includes modeling
                                                    that accounts for
                                                    roundout, flare,
                                                    touchdown, lift,
                                                    drag, pitching
                                                    moment, trim, and
                                                    power while in
                                                    ground effect.
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2.d.2......  Ground reaction.        X    X    X   Ground reaction
                                                    includes modeling
                                                    that accounts for
                                                    strut deflections,
                                                    tire friction, and
                                                    side forces. This is
                                                    the reaction of the
                                                    airplane upon
                                                    contact with the
                                                    runway during
                                                    landing, and may
                                                    differ with changes
                                                    in factors such as
                                                    gross weight,
                                                    airspeed, or rate of
                                                    descent on
                                                    touchdown.
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2.d.3......  Ground handling         X    X    X
              characteristics
              , including
              aerodynamic and
              ground reaction
              modeling
              including
              steering
              inputs,
              operations with
              crosswind,
              braking, thrust
              reversing,
              deceleration,
              and turning
              radius.
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2.e........  If the aircraft              X    X   If desired, Level A
              being simulated                       and B simulators may
              is one of the                         qualify for
              aircraft listed                       windshear training
              in Sec.                               by meeting these
              121.358, Low-                         standards; see
              altitude                              Attachment 5 of this
              windshear                             appendix. Windshear
              system                                models may consist
              equipment                             of independent
              requirements,                         variable winds in
              the simulator                         multiple
              must employ                           simultaneous
              windshear                             components. The FAA
              models that                           Windshear Training
              provide                               Aid presents one
              training for                          acceptable means of
              recognition of                        compliance with
              windshear                             simulator wind model
              phenomena and                         requirements.
              the execution
              of recovery
              procedures.
              Models must be
              available to
              the instructor/
              evaluator for
              the following
              critical phases
              of flight:
             (1) Prior to
              takeoff
              rotation..
             (2) At liftoff..
             (3) During
              initial climb..
             (4) On final
              approach, below
              500 ft AGL..

             The QTG must
              reference the
              FAA Windshear
              Training Aid or
              present
              alternate
              airplane
              related data,
              including the
              implementation
              method(s) used.
              If the
              alternate
              method is
              selected, wind
              models from the
              Royal Aerospace
              Establishment
              (RAE), the
              Joint Airport
              Weather Studies
              (JAWS) Project
              and other
              recognized
              sources may be
              implemented,
              but must be
              supported and
              properly
              referenced in
              the QTG. Only
              those
              simulators
              meeting these
              requirements
              may be used to
              satisfy the
              training
              requirements of
              part 121
              pertaining to a
              certificate
              holder's
              approved low-
              altitude
              windshear
              flight training
              program as
              described in
              Sec.   121.409.
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2.f........  The simulator                X    X   Automatic
              must provide                          ``flagging'' of out-
              for manual and                        of-tolerance
              automatic                             situations is
              testing of                            encouraged.
              simulator
              hardware and
              software
              programming to
              determine
              compliance with
              simulator
              objective tests
              as prescribed
              in Attachment 2
              of this
              appendix.
             An SOC is
              required..
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2.g........  Relative                              The intent is to
              responses of                          verify that the
              the motion                            simulator provides
              system, visual                        instrument, motion,
              system, and                           and visual cues that
              flight deck                           are, within the
              instruments,                          stated time delays,
              measured by                           like the airplane
              latency tests                         responses. For
              or transport                          airplane response,
              delay tests.                          acceleration in the
              Motion onset                          appropriate,
              should occur                          corresponding
              before the                            rotational axis is
              start of the                          preferred.
              visual scene
              change (the
              start of the
              scan of the
              first video
              field
              containing
              different
              information)
              but must occur
              before the end
              of the scan of
              that video
              field.
              Instrument
              response may
              not occur prior
              to motion
              onset. Test
              results must be
              within the
              following
              limits:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.g.1......  300 milliseconds   X    X
              of the airplane
              response.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.g.2......  150 milliseconds             X    X
              of the airplane
              response.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.h........  The simulator                X    X
              must accurately
              reproduce the
              following
              runway
              conditions:
             (1) Dry.........
             (2) Wet.........
             (3) Icy.........
             (4) Patchy Wet..
             (5) Patchy Icy..
             (6) Wet on
              Rubber Residue
              in Touchdown
              Zone.
             An SOC is
              required.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.i........  The simulator                X    X   Simulator pitch, side
              must simulate:                        loading, and
             (1) brake and                          directional control
              tire failure                          characteristics
              dynamics,                             should be
              including                             representative of
              antiskid                              the airplane.
              failure.
             (2) decreased
              brake
              efficiency due
              to high brake
              temperatures,
              if applicable.
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.j........  The simulator                X    X
              must replicate
              the effects of
              airframe and
              engine icing.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.k........  The aerodynamic                   X   See Attachment 2 of
              modeling in the                       this appendix,
              simulator must                        paragraph 5, for
              include:                              further information
             (1) Low-altitude                       on ground effect.
              level-flight
              ground effect;.
             (2) Mach effect
              at high
              altitude;.
             (3) Normal and
              reverse dynamic
              thrust effect
              on control
              surfaces;.
             (4) Aeroelastic
              representations
              ; and
             (5)
              Nonlinearities
              due to
              sideslip.

             An SOC is
              required and
              must include
              references to
              computations of
              aeroelastic
              representations
              and of
              nonlinearities
              due to
              sideslip.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.l........  The simulator           X    X    X
              must have
              aerodynamic and
              ground reaction
              modeling for
              the effects of
              reverse thrust
              on directional
              control, if
              applicable.
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3. Equipment Operation.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.a........  All relevant       X    X    X    X
              instrument
              indications
              involved in the
              simulation of
              the airplane
              must
              automatically
              respond to
              control
              movement or
              external
              disturbances to
              the simulated
              airplane; e.g.,
              turbulence or
              windshear.
              Numerical
              values must be
              presented in
              the appropriate
              units.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.b........  Communications,    X    X    X    X   See Attachment 3 of
              navigation,                           this appendix for
              caution, and                          further information
              warning                               regarding long-range
              equipment must                        navigation
              be installed                          equipment.
              and operate
              within the
              tolerances
              applicable for
              the airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.c........  Simulated          X    X    X    X
              airplane
              systems must
              operate as the
              airplane
              systems operate
              under normal,
              abnormal, and
              emergency
              operating
              conditions on
              the ground and
              in flight.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.d........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must provide
              pilot controls
              with control
              forces and
              control travel
              that correspond
              to the
              simulated
              airplane. The
              simulator must
              also react in
              the same manner
              as in the
              airplane under
              the same flight
              conditions.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.e........  Simulator                    X    X
              control feel
              dynamics must
              replicate the
              airplane. This
              must be
              determined by
              comparing a
              recording of
              the control
              feel dynamics
              of the
              simulator to
              airplane
              measurements.
              For initial and
              upgrade
              qualification
              evaluations,
              the control
              dynamic
              characteristics
              must be
              measured and
              recorded
              directly from
              the flight deck
              controls, and
              must be
              accomplished in
              takeoff,
              cruise, and
              landing flight
              conditions and
              configurations.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4. Instructor or Evaluator Facilities.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.a........  In addition to     X    X    X    X   The NSPM will
              the flight                            consider
              crewmember                            alternatives to this
              stations, the                         standard for
              simulator must                        additional seats
              have at least                         based on unique
              two suitable                          flight deck
              seats for the                         configurations.
              instructor/
              check airman
              and FAA
              inspector.
              These seats
              must provide
              adequate vision
              to the pilot's
              panel and
              forward
              windows. All
              seats other
              than flight
              crew seats need
              not represent
              those found in
              the airplane,
              but must be
              adequately
              secured to the
              floor and
              equipped with
              similar
              positive
              restraint
              devices.
4.b........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must have
              controls that
              enable the
              instructor/
              evaluator to
              control all
              required system
              variables and
              insert all
              abnormal or
              emergency
              conditions into
              the simulated
              airplane
              systems as
              described in
              the sponsor's
              FAA-approved
              training
              program; or as
              described in
              the relevant
              operating
              manual as
              appropriate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

4.c........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must have
              instructor
              controls for
              all
              environmental
              effects
              expected to be
              available at
              the IOS; e.g.,
              clouds,
              visibility,
              icing,
              precipitation,
              temperature,
              storm cells,
              and wind speed
              and direction.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.d........  The simulator                X    X   For example, another
              must provide                          airplane crossing
              the instructor                        the active runway or
              or evaluator                          converging airborne
              the ability to                        traffic.
              present ground
              and air hazards.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5. Motion System.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.a........  The simulator      X    X    X    X   For example,
              must have                             touchdown cues
              motion (force)                        should be a function
              cues                                  of the rate of
              perceptible to                        descent (RoD) of the
              the pilot that                        simulated airplane.
              are
              representative
              of the motion
              in an airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.b........  The simulator      X    X
              must have a
              motion (force
              cueing) system
              with a minimum
              of three
              degrees of
              freedom (at
              least pitch,
              roll, and
              heave).
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.c........  The simulator                X    X
              must have a
              motion (force
              cueing) system
              that produces
              cues at least
              equivalent to
              those of a six-
              degrees-of-
              freedom,
              synergistic
              platform motion
              system (i.e.,
              pitch, roll,
              yaw, heave,
              sway, and
              surge).
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.d........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must provide
              for the
              recording of
              the motion
              system response
              time.
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.e........  The simulator           X    X    X
              must provide
              motion effects
              programming to
              include:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
             (1) Thrust
              effect with
              brakes set.
             (2) Runway
              rumble, oleo
              deflections,
              effects of
              ground speed,
              uneven runway,
              centerline
              lights, and
              taxiway
              characteristics
              .
             (3) Buffets on
              the ground due
              to spoiler/
              speedbrake
              extension and
              thrust
              reversal.
             (4) Bumps
              associated with
              the landing
              gear.
             (5 O='xl')
              Buffet during
              extension and
              retraction of
              landing gear..
             (6) Buffet in
              the air due to
              flap and
              spoiler/
              speedbrake
              extension.
             (7) Approach-to-
              Stall buffet.
             (8)
              Representative
              touchdown cues
              for main and
              nose gear.
             (9) Nosewheel
              scuffing, if
              applicable.
             (10) Mach and
              maneuver
              buffet.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.f........  The simulator                     X   The simulator should
              must provide                          be programmed and
              characteristic                        instrumented in such
              motion                                a manner that the
              vibrations that                       characteristic
              result from                           buffet modes can be
              operation of                          measured and
              the airplane if                       compared to airplane
              the vibration                         data.
              marks an event
              or airplane
              state that can
              be sensed in
              the flight deck.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6. Visual System.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.a........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must have a
              visual system
              providing an
              out-of-the-
              flight deck
              view.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

6.b........  The simulator      X    X             Additional field-of-
              must provide a                        view capability may
              continuous                            be added at the
              collimated                            sponsor's discretion
              field-of-view                         provided the minimum
              of at least                           fields of view are
              45[deg]                               retained.
              horizontally
              and 30[deg]
              vertically per
              pilot seat or
              the number of
              degrees
              necessary to
              meet the visual
              ground segment
              requirement,
              whichever is
              greater. Both
              pilot seat
              visual systems
              must be
              operable
              simultaneously.
              The minimum
              horizontal
              field-of-view
              coverage must
              be plus and
              minus one-half
              (\1/2\) of the
              minimum
              continuous
              field-of-view
              requirement,
              centered on the
              zero degree
              azimuth line
              relative to the
              aircraft
              fuselage.
             An SOC is
              required and
              must explain
              the system
              geometry
              measurements
              including
              system
              linearity and
              field-of-view..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.c........  (Reserved)......
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.d........  The simulator                X    X   The horizontal field-
              must provide a                        of-view is
              continuous                            traditionally
              collimated                            described as a
              visual field-of-                      180[deg] field-of-
              view of at                            view. However, the
              least 176[deg]                        field-of-view is
              horizontally                          technically no less
              and 36[deg]                           than 176[deg].
              vertically or                         Additional field-of-
              the number of                         view capability may
              degrees                               be added at the
              necessary to                          sponsor's discretion
              meet the visual                       provided the minimum
              ground segment                        fields-of-view are
              requirement,                          retained.
              whichever is
              greater. The
              minimum
              horizontal
              field-of-view
              coverage must
              be plus and
              minus one-half
              (\1/2\) of the
              minimum
              continuous
              field-of-view
              requirement,
              centered on the
              zero degree
              azimuth line
              relative to the
              aircraft
              fuselage.
             An SOC is
              required and
              must explain
              the system
              geometry
              measurements
              including
              system
              linearity and
              field-of-view..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.e........  The visual         X    X    X    X   Non-realistic cues
              system must be                        might include image
              free from                             ``swimming'' and
              optical                               image ``roll-off,''
              discontinuities                       that may lead a
              and artifacts                         pilot to make
              that create non-                      incorrect
              realistic cues.                       assessments of
                                                    speed, acceleration,
                                                    or situational
                                                    awareness.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.f........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must have
              operational
              landing lights
              for night
              scenes. Where
              used, dusk (or
              twilight)
              scenes require
              operational
              landing lights.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.g........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must have
              instructor
              controls for
              the following:
             (1) Visibility
              in statute
              miles (km) and
              runway visual
              range (RVR) in
              ft. (m)..
             (2) Airport
              selection..
             (3) Airport
              lighting..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.h........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must provide
              visual system
              compatibility
              with dynamic
              response
              programming.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.i........  The simulator      X    X    X    X   This will show the
              must show that                        modeling accuracy of
              the segment of                        RVR, glideslope, and
              the ground                            localizer for a
              visible from                          given weight,
              the simulator                         configuration, and
              flight deck is                        speed within the
              the same as                           airplane's
              from the                              operational envelope
              airplane flight                       for a normal
              deck (within                          approach and
              established                           landing.
              tolerances)
              when at the
              correct
              airspeed, in
              the landing
              configuration,
              at the
              appropriate
              height above
              the touchdown
              zone, and with
              appropriate
              visibility.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.j........  The simulator           X    X    X
              must provide
              visual cues
              necessary to
              assess sink
              rates (provide
              depth
              perception)
              during takeoffs
              and landings,
              to include:
             (1) Surface on
              runways,
              taxiways, and
              ramps..
             (2) Terrain
              features..
------------------------------------------------------------------------

6.k........  The simulator      X    X    X    X   Visual attitude vs.
              must provide                          simulator attitude
              for accurate                          is a comparison of
              portrayal of                          pitch and roll of
              the visual                            the horizon as
              environment                           displayed in the
              relating to the                       visual scene
              simulator                             compared to the
              attitude.                             display on the
                                                    attitude indicator.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.l........  The simulator                X    X
              must provide
              for quick
              confirmation of
              visual system
              color, RVR,
              focus, and
              intensity.
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.m........  The simulator                X    X
              must be capable
              of producing at
              least 10 levels
              of occulting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.n........  Night Visual       X    X    X    X
              Scenes. When
              used in
              training,
              testing, or
              checking
              activities, the
              simulator must
              provide night
              visual scenes
              with sufficient
              scene content
              to recognize
              the airport,
              the terrain,
              and major
              landmarks
              around the
              airport. The
              scene content
              must allow a
              pilot to
              successfully
              accomplish a
              visual landing.
              Scenes must
              include a
              definable
              horizon and
              typical terrain
              characteristics
              such as fields,
              roads and
              bodies of water
              and surfaces
              illuminated by
              airplane
              landing lights.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.o........  Dusk (or                     X    X
              Twilight)
              Visual Scenes.
              When used in
              training,
              testing, or
              checking
              activities, the
              simulator must
              provide dusk
              (or twilight)
              visual scenes
              with sufficient
              scene content
              to recognize
              the airport,
              the terrain,
              and major
              landmarks
              around the
              airport. The
              scene content
              must allow a
              pilot to
              successfully
              accomplish a
              visual landing.
              Dusk (or
              twilight)
              scenes, as a
              minimum, must
              provide full
              color
              presentations
              of reduced
              ambient
              intensity,
              sufficient
              surfaces with
              appropriate
              textural cues
              that include
              self-
              illuminated
              objects such as
              road networks,
              ramp lighting
              and airport
              signage, to
              conduct a
              visual
              approach,
              landing and
              airport
              movement
              (taxi). Scenes
              must include a
              definable
              horizon and
              typical terrain
              characteristics
              such as fields,
              roads and
              bodies of water
              and surfaces
              illuminated by
              airplane
              landing lights.
              If provided,
              directional
              horizon
              lighting must
              have correct
              orientation and
              be consistent
              with surface
              shading
              effects. Total
              night or dusk
              (twilight)
              scene content
              must be
              comparable in
              detail to that
              produced by
              10,000 visible
              textured
              surfaces and
              15,000 visible
              lights with
              sufficient
              system capacity
              to display 16
              simultaneously
              moving objects.
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------

6.p........  Daylight Visual              X    X
              Scenes. The
              simulator must
              provide
              daylight visual
              scenes with
              sufficient
              scene content
              to recognize
              the airport,
              the terrain,
              and major
              landmarks
              around the
              airport. The
              scene content
              must allow a
              pilot to
              successfully
              accomplish a
              visual landing.
              Any ambient
              lighting must
              not ``washout''
              the displayed
              visual scene.
              Total daylight
              scene content
              must be
              comparable in
              detail to that
              produced by
              10,000 visible
              textured
              surfaces and
              6,000 visible
              lights with
              sufficient
              system capacity
              to display 16
              simultaneously
              moving objects.
              The visual
              display must be
              free of
              apparent and
              distracting
              quantization
              and other
              distracting
              visual effects
              while the
              simulator is in
              motion.
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.q........  The simulator                X    X   For example: short
              must provide                          runways, landing
              operational                           approaches over
              visual scenes                         water, uphill or
              that portray                          downhill runways,
              physical                              rising terrain on
              relationships                         the approach path,
              known to cause                        unique topographic
              landing                               features.
              illusions to
              pilots.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.r........  The simulator                X    X
              must provide
              special weather
              representations
              of light,
              medium, and
              heavy
              precipitation
              near a
              thunderstorm on
              takeoff and
              during approach
              and landing.
              Representations
              need only be
              presented at
              and below an
              altitude of
              2,000 ft. (610
              m) above the
              airport surface
              and within 10
              miles (16 km)
              of the airport.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.s........  The simulator                X    X
              must present
              visual scenes
              of wet and snow-
              covered
              runways,
              including
              runway lighting
              reflections for
              wet conditions,
              partially
              obscured lights
              for snow
              conditions, or
              suitable
              alternative
              effects.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.t........  The simulator                X    X
              must present
              realistic color
              and
              directionality
              of all airport
              lighting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7. Sound System.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.a........  The simulator      X    X    X    X
              must provide
              flight deck
              sounds that
              result from
              pilot actions
              that correspond
              to those that
              occur in the
              airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.b........  The volume         X    X    X    X
              control must
              have an
              indication of
              sound level
              setting which
              meets all
              qualification
              requirements..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.c........  The simulator                X    X
              must accurately
              simulate the
              sound of
              precipitation,
              windshield
              wipers, and
              other
              significant
              airplane noises
              perceptible to
              the pilot
              during normal
              and abnormal
              operations, and
              include the
              sound of a
              crash (when the
              simulator is
              landed in an
              unusual
              attitude or in
              excess of the
              structural gear
              limitations);
              normal engine
              and thrust
              reversal
              sounds; and the
              sounds of flap,
              gear, and
              spoiler
              extension and
              retraction.
             An SOC is
              required..
------------------------------------------------------------------------
7.d........  The simulator                     X
              must provide
              realistic
              amplitude and
              frequency of
              flight deck
              noises and
              sounds.
              Simulator
              performance
              must be
              recorded,
              compared to
              amplitude and
              frequency of
              the same sounds
              recorded in the
              airplane, and
              be made a part
              of the QTG.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

             Table A1B.--Table of Tasks vs. Simulator Level
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                   QPS requirements                        Information
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                   Subjective        Simulator levels
                requirements  In   --------------------
             order to be qualified
                at the simulator
              qualification level
                 indicated, the
 Entry No.     simulator must be                              Notes
               able to perform at    A    B    C    D
                least the tasks
              associated with that
                    level of
                 qualification.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Preflight Procedures
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.a........  Preflight Inspection    X    X    X    X
              (flight deck only).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.b........  Engine Start.........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.c........  Taxiing..............        R    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.d........  Pre-takeoff Checks...   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2. Takeoff and Departure Phase
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.a........  Normal and Crosswind         R    X    X
              Takeoff
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.b........  Instrument Takeoff...   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.c........  Engine Failure During   A    X    X    X
              Takeoff.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.d........  Rejected Takeoff.....   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.e........  Departure Procedure..   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3. Inflight Maneuvers
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.a........  Steep Turns..........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.b........  Approaches to Stalls.   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.c........  Engine Failure--        X    X    X    X
              Multiengine Airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.d........  Engine Failure--        X    X    X    X
              Single-Engine
              Airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.e........  Specific Flight         A    A    A    A
              Characteristics
              incorporated into
              the user's FAA
              approved flight
              training program.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.f........  Recovery From Unusual   X    X    X    X   Within the
              Attitudes.                                 normal flight
                                                         envelope
                                                         supported by
                                                         applicable
                                                         simulation
                                                         validation
                                                         data.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4. Instrument Procedures
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.a........  Standard Terminal       X    X    X    X
              Arrival/Flight
              Management System
              Arrivals Procedures.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.b........  Holding..............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.c........  Precision Instrument.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.c.1......  All Engines Operating   X    X    X    X   e.g., Autopilot,
                                                         Manual (Flt.
                                                         Dir. Assisted),
                                                         Manual (Raw
                                                         Data).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.c.2......  One Engine              X    X    X    X   e.g., Manual
              Inoperative.                               (Flt. Dir.
                                                         Assisted),
                                                         Manual (Raw
                                                         Data).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.d........  Non-Precision           X    X    X    X   e.g., NDB, VOR,
              Instrument Approach.                       VOR/DME, VOR/
                                                         TAC, RNAV, LOC,
                                                         LOC/BC, ADF,
                                                         and SDF.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.e........  Circling Approach....   X    X    X    X   Specific
                                                         authorization
                                                         required.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.f........  Missed Approach......
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.f.1......  Normal...............   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.f.2......  One Engine              X    X    X    X
              Inoperative.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5. Landings and Approaches to Landings
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.a........  Normal and Crosswind         R    X    X
              Approaches and
              Landings.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

5.b........  Landing From a               R    X    X
              Precision/Non-
              Precision Approach.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.c........  Approach and Landing   ...   R    X    X
              with (Simulated)
              Engine Failure--
              Multiengine Airplane.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.d........  Landing From Circling        R    X    X
              Approach.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.e........  Rejected Landing.....   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
5.f........  Landing From a No            R    X    X
              Flap or a
              Nonstandard Flap
              Configuration
              Approach.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6. Normal and Abnormal Procedures
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.a........  Engine (including       X    X    X    X
              shutdown and
              restart).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.b........  Fuel System..........   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.c........  Electrical System....   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.d........  Hydraulic System.....   X    X    X    X
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.e........  Environmental and       X    X    X    X
              Pressurization
              Systems.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.f........  Fire Detection and      X    X    X    X
              Extinguisher Systems.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.g........  Navigation and          X    X    X    X
              Avionics Systems.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.h........  Automatic Flight        X    X    X    X
              Control System,
              Electronic Flight
              Instrument System,
              and Related
              Subsystems.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.i........  Flight Control          X    X    X    X
              Systems.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.j........  Anti-ice and Deice      X    X    X    X
              Systems.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
6.k........  Aircraft and Personal   X    X    X    X
              Emergency Equipment.
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7. Emergency Procedures
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7.a........  Emergency Descent       X    X    X    X
              (Max. Rate).
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7.b........  Inflight Fire and       X    X    X    X
              Smoke Removal.
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7.c........  Rapid Decompression..   X    X    X    X
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7.d........  Emergency Evacuation.   X    X    X    X
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8. Postflight Procedures
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8.a........  After-Landing           X    X    X    X
              Procedures.
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8.b........  Parking and Securing.   X    X    X   X
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``A''--indicates that the system, task, or procedure may be examined if
  the appropriate aircraft system or control is simulated in the FSTD
  and is working properly.
``R''--indicates that the simulator may be qualified for this task for
  continuing qualification training.
``X''--indicates that the simulator must be able to perform this task
  for this level of qualification.

               Table A1C.--Table of Simulator System Tasks
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                   QPS requirements                        Information
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                   Subjective        Simulator levels
             requirements In order --------------------
               to be qualified at
                 the simulator
              qualification level
                 indicated, the
 Entry No.     simulator must be                              Notes
               able to perform at    A    B    C    D
                least the tasks
              associated with that
                    level of
                 qualification.
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1. Instructor Operating Station (IOS), as appropriate
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1.a........  Power switch(es).....   X    X    X    X
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1.b........  Airplane conditions..   X    X    X    X   e.g., GW, CG,
                                                         Fuel loading
                                                         and Systems.
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1.c........  Airports/Runways.....   X    X    X    X   e.g., Selection,
                                                         Surface,
                                                         Presets,
                                                         Lighting
                                                         controls.
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1.d........  Environmental           X    X    X    X   e.g., Clouds,
              controls.                                  Visibility,
                                                         RVR, Temp,
                                                         Wind, Ice,
                                                         Snow, Rain, and
                                                         Windshear.
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1.e........  Airplane system         X    X    X    X
              malfunctions
              (Insertion/deletion).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1.f........  Locks, Freezes, and     X    X    X    X
              Repositioning.
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2. Sound Controls
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2.a........  On/off/adjustment....   X    X    X    X
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3. Motion/Control Loading System
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.a........  On/off/emergency stop   X    X    X    X
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4. Observer Seats/Stations
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4.a........  Position/Adjustment/    X    X    X    X
              Positive restraint
              system.
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Attachment 2 to Appendix A to Part 60--FFS Objective Tests

                            Table of Contents
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           Paragraph No.                            Title
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1.................................  Introduction.
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2.................................  Test Requirements.
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                                    Table A2A, Objective Tests.
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3.................................  General.
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4.................................  Control Dynamics.
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5.................................  Ground Effect.
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6.................................  Motion System.
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7.................................  Sound System.
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8.................................  Additional Information About Flight
                                     Simulator Qualification for New or
                                     Derivative Airplanes.
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9.................................  Engineering Simulator--Validation
                                     Data.
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10................................  [Reserved].
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11................................  Validation Test Tolerances.
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12................................  Validation Data Roadmap.
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13................................  Acceptance Guidelines for
                                     Alternative Engines Data.
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14................................  Acceptance Guidelines for
                                     Alternative Avionics (Flight-
                                     Related Computers and Controllers).
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15................................  Transport Delay Testing.
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16................................  Continuing Qualification
                                     Evaluations--Validation Test Data
                                     Presentation.
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17................................  Alternative Data Sources,
                                     Procedures, and Instrumentation:
                                     Level A and Level B Simulators
                                     Only.
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Begin Information

1. Introduction

    a. For the purposes of this attachment, the flight conditions
specified in the Flight Conditions Column of Table A2A of this
appendix, are defined as follows:
    (1) Ground--on ground, independent of airplane configuration;
    (2) Take-off--gear down with flaps/slats in any certified
takeoff position;
    (3) First segment climb--gear down with flaps/slats in any
certified takeoff position (normally not above 50 ft AGL);
    (4) Second segment climb--gear up with flaps/slats in any
certified takeoff position (normally between 50 ft and 400 ft AGL);
    (5) Clean--flaps/slats retracted and gear up;
    (6) Cruise--clean configuration at cruise altitude and airspeed;
    (7) Approach--gear up or down with flaps/slats at any normal
approach position as recommended by the airplane manufacturer; and
    (8) Landing--gear down with flaps/slats in any certified landing
position.
    b. The format for numbering the objective tests in Appendix A,
Attachment 2, Table A2A, and the objective tests in Appendix B,
Attachment 2, Table B2A, is identical. However, each test required
for FFSs is not necessarily required for FTDs. Also, each test
required for FTDs is not necessarily required for FFSs. Therefore,
when a test number (or series of numbers) is not required, the term
``Reserved'' is used in the table at that location. Following this
numbering format provides a degree of commonality between the two
tables and substantially reduces the potential for confusion when
referring to objective test numbers for either FFSs or FTDs.
    c. The reader is encouraged to review the Airplane Flight
Simulator Evaluation Handbook, Volumes I and II, published by the
Royal Aeronautical Society, London, UK, and AC 25-7, as amended,
Flight Test Guide for Certification of Transport Category Airplanes,
and AC 23-8, as amended, Flight Test Guide for Certification of Part
23 Airplanes, for references and examples regarding flight testing
requirements and techniques.
    d. If relevant winds are present in the objective data, the wind
vector should be clearly noted as part of the data presentation,
expressed in conventional terminology, and related to the runway
being used for the test.

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Begin QPS Requirements

2. Test Requirements

    a. The ground and flight tests required for qualification are
listed in Table A2A, FFS Objective Tests. Computer generated
simulator test results must be provided for each test except where
an alternative test is specifically authorized by the NSPM. If a
flight condition or operating condition is required for the test but
does not apply to the airplane being simulated or to the
qualification level sought, it may be disregarded (e.g., an engine
out missed approach for a single-engine airplane or a maneuver using
reverse thrust for an airplane without reverse thrust capability).
Each test result is compared against the validation data described
in Sec.  60.13 and in this appendix. Although use of a driver
program designed to automatically accomplish the tests is encouraged
for all simulators and required for Level C and Level D simulators,
it must be possible to conduct each test manually while recording
all appropriate parameters. The results must be produced on an
appropriate recording device acceptable to the NSPM and must include
simulator number, date, time, conditions, tolerances, and
appropriate dependent variables portrayed in comparison to the
validation data. Time histories are required unless otherwise
indicated in Table A2A. All results must be labeled using the
tolerances and units given.
    b. Table A2A in this attachment sets out the test results
required, including the parameters, tolerances, and flight
conditions for simulator validation. Tolerances are provided for the
listed tests because mathematical modeling and acquisition and
development of reference data are often inexact. All tolerances
listed in the following tables are applied to simulator performance.
When two tolerance values are given for a parameter, the less
restrictive may be used unless otherwise indicated. In those cases
where a tolerance is expressed only as a percentage, the tolerance
percentage applies to the maximum value of that parameter within its
normal operating range as measured from the neutral or zero position
unless otherwise indicated.
    c. Certain tests included in this attachment must be supported
with an SOC. In Table A2A, requirements for SOCs are indicated in
the ``Test Details'' column.
    d. When operational or engineering judgment is used in making
assessments for flight test data applications for simulator
validity, such judgment must not be limited to a single parameter.
For example, data that exhibit rapid variations of the measured
parameters may require interpolations or a ``best fit'' data
selection. All relevant parameters related to a given maneuver or
flight condition must be provided to allow overall interpretation.
When it is difficult or impossible to match simulator to airplane
data throughout a time history, differences must be justified by
providing a comparison of other related variables for the condition
being assessed.
    e. It is not acceptable to program the FFS so that the
mathematical modeling is correct only at the validation test points.
Unless otherwise noted, simulator tests must represent airplane
performance and handling qualities at operating weights and centers
of gravity (CG) typical of normal operation. If a test is supported
by airplane data at one extreme weight or CG, another test supported
by airplane data at mid-conditions or as close as possible to the
other extreme must be included. Certain tests that are relevant only
at one extreme CG or weight condition need not be repeated at the
other extreme. Tests of handling qualities must include validation
of augmentation devices.
    f. When comparing the parameters listed to those of the
airplane, sufficient data must also be provided to verify the
correct flight condition and airplane configuration changes. For
example, to show that control force is within the parameters for a
static stability test, data to show the correct airspeed, power,
thrust or torque, airplane configuration, altitude, and other
appropriate datum identification parameters must also be given. If
comparing short period dynamics, normal acceleration may be used to
establish a match to the airplane, but airspeed, altitude, control
input, airplane configuration, and other appropriate data must also
be given. If comparing landing gear change dynamics, pitch,
airspeed, and altitude may be used to establish a match to the
airplane, but landing gear position must also be provided. All
airspeed values must be properly annotated (e.g., indicated versus
calibrated). In addition, the same variables must be used for
comparison (e.g., compare inches to inches rather than inches to
centimeters).
    g. The QTG provided by the sponsor must clearly describe how the
simulator will be set up and operated for each test. Each simulator
subsystem may be tested independently, but overall integrated
testing of the simulator must be accomplished to assure that the
total simulator system meets the prescribed standards. A manual test
procedure with explicit and detailed steps for completing each test
must also be provided.
    h. For previously qualified simulators, the tests and tolerances
of this attachment may be used in subsequent continuing
qualification evaluations for any given test if the sponsor has
submitted a proposed MQTG revision to the NSPM and has received NSPM
approval.
    i. Simulators are evaluated and qualified with an engine model
simulating the airplane data supplier's flight test engine. For
qualification of alternative engine models (either variations of the
flight test engines or other manufacturer's engines) additional
tests with the alternative engine models may be required. This
attachment contains guidelines for alternative engines.
    j. For testing Computer Controlled Aircraft (CCA) simulators, or
other highly augmented airplane simulators, flight test data is
required for the Normal (N) and/or Non-normal (NN) control states,
as indicated in this attachment. Where test results are independent
of control state, Normal or Non-normal control data may be used. All
tests in Table A2A require test results in the Normal control state
unless specifically noted otherwise in the Test Details section
following the CCA designation. The NSPM will determine what tests
are appropriate for airplane simulation data. When making this
determination, the NSPM may require other levels of control state
degradation for specific airplane tests. Where Non-normal control
states are required, test data must be provided for one or more Non-
normal control states, and must include the least augmented state.
Where applicable, flight test data must record Normal and Non-normal
states for:
    (1) Pilot controller deflections or electronically generated
inputs, including location of input; and
    (2) Flight control surface positions unless test results are not
affected by, or are independent of, surface positions.
    k. Tests of handling qualities must include validation of
augmentation devices. FFSs for highly augmented airplanes will be
validated both in the unaugmented configuration (or failure state
with the maximum permitted degradation in handling qualities) and
the augmented configuration. Where various levels of handling
qualities result from failure states, validation of the effect of
the failure is necessary. Requirements for testing will be mutually
agreed to between the sponsor and the NSPM on a case-by-case basis.
    l. Some tests will not be required for airplanes using airplane
hardware in the simulator flight deck (e.g., ``side stick
controller''). These exceptions are noted in Section 2 ``Handling
Qualities'' in Table A2A of this attachment. However, in these
cases, the sponsor must provide a statement that the airplane
hardware meets the appropriate manufacturer's specifications and the
sponsor must have supporting information to that fact available for
NSPM review.
    m. For objective test purposes, see Appendix F of this part for
the definitions of ``Near maximum,'' ``Light,'' and ``Medium'' gross
weight.

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Begin Information

    n. In those cases where the objective test results authorize a
``snapshot test'' or a ``series of snapshot tests'' results in lieu
of a time-history result, the sponsor or other data provider must
ensure that a steady state condition exists at the instant of time
captured by the ``snapshot.'' The steady state condition should
exist from 4 seconds prior to, through 1 second following, the
instant of time captured by the snap shot.
    o. For references on basic operating weight, see AC 120-27,
``Aircraft Weight and Balance;'' and FAA-H-8083-1, ``Aircraft Weight
and Balance Handbook.''

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                                                 Table A2A.--Full Flight Simulator (FFS) Objective Tests
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                                                         QPS Requirements                                                                Information
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                    Test                                                                                Simulator level
---------------------------------------------       Tolerance         Flight conditions       Test details     --------------------         Notes
       Entry No.                Title                                                                            A    B    C    D
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1. Performance.
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1.a...................  Taxi.
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1.a.1.................  Minimum Radius Turn.  3 ft      Ground..............  Record both Main and        X    X    X
                                               (0.9m) or 20% of                            Nose gear turning
                                               airplane turn                               radius. This test
                                               radius.                                     is to be
                                                                                accomplished
                                                                                without the use of
                                                                                brakes and only
                                                                                minimum thrust,
                                                                                except for
                                                                                airplanes requiring
                                                                                asymmetric thrust
                                                                                or braking to turn.
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1.a.2.................  Rate of Turn vs.      10% or    Ground..............  Record a minimum of         X    X    X
                         Nosewheel Steering    2[deg]/                         two speeds, greater
                         Angle (NWA).          sec. turn rate.                             than minimum
                                                                                turning radius
                                                                                speed, with a
                                                                                spread of at least
                                                                                5 knots
                                                                                groundspeed, in
                                                                                normal taxi speed
                                                                                conditions.
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1.b...................  Takeoff.                                                          All commonly used
                                                                                takeoff flap
                                                                                settings are to be
                                                                                demonstrated at
                                                                                least once in the
                                                                                tests for minimum
                                                                                unstick (1.b.3.),
                                                                                normal takeoff
                                                                                (1.b.4.), critical
                                                                                engine failure on
                                                                                takeoff (1.b.5.),
                                                                                or crosswind
                                                                                takeoff (1.b.6.).
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1.b.1.................  Ground Acceleration   5% time   Takeoff.............  Record acceleration    X    X    X    X   May be combined with
                         Time and Distance.    and distance or                             time and distance                         normal takeoff
                                               5% time                         for a minimum of                          (1.b.4.) or
                                               and 200                         80% of the time                           rejected takeoff
                                               ft (61 m) of                                from brake release                        (1.b.7.). Plotted
                                               distance.                                   to VR.                                    data should be
                                                                                Preliminary aircraft                       shown using
                                                                                certification data                        appropriate scales
                                                                                may be used..                             for each portion of
                                                                                the maneuver.
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1.b.2.................  Minimum Control       25% of    Takeoff.............  Engine failure speed   X    X    X    X   If a Vmcg test is
                         Speed-ground (Vmcg)   maximum airplane                            must be within                            not available an
                         using aerodynamic     lateral deviation                           1 knot                        acceptable
                         controls only (per    or 5 ft                         of airplane engine                        alternative is a
                         applicable            (1.5 m).                                    failure speed.                            flight test snap
                         airworthiness         Additionally, for                           Engine thrust decay                       engine deceleration
                         standard) or          those simulators of                         must be that                              to idle at a speed
                         alternative low       airplanes with                              resulting from the                        between V1 and V1 -
                         speed engine          reversible flight                           mathematical model                        10 knots, followed
                         inoperative test to   control systems:                            for the engine                            by control of
                         demonstrate ground    Rudder pedal force;                         variant applicable                        heading using
                         control               10% or                          to the FFS under                          aerodynamic control
                         characteristics.      5 lb                            test. If the                              only. Recovery
                                               (2.2 daN).                                  modeled engine is                         should be achieved
                                                                                not the same as the                       with the main gear
                                                                                airplane                                  on the ground. To
                                                                                manufacturer's                            ensure only
                                                                                flight test engine,                       aerodynamic control
                                                                                a further test may                        is used, nosewheel
                                                                                be run with the                           steering should be
                                                                                same initial                              disabled (i.e.,
                                                                                conditions using                          castored) or the
                                                                                the thrust from the                       nosewheel held
                                                                                flight test data as                       slightly off the
                                                                                the driving                               ground.
                                                                                parameter.
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1.b.3.................  Minimum Unstick       3 kts     Takeoff.............  Record main landing    X    X    X    X   Vmu is defined as
                         Speed (Vmu) or        airspeed 1.5[deg]                              compression or                            at which the last
                         demonstrate early     pitch angle.                                equivalent air/                           main landing gear
                         rotation takeoff                                                  ground signal.                            leaves the ground.
                         characteristics.                                                  Record from 10 kt                         Main landing gear
                                                                                before start of                           strut compression
                                                                                rotation until at                         or equivalent air/
                                                                                least 5 seconds                           ground signal
                                                                                after the                                 should be recorded.
                                                                                occurrence of main                        If a Vmu test is
                                                                                gear lift-off.                            not available,
                                                                                alternative
                                                                                acceptable flight
                                                                                tests are a
                                                                                constant high-
                                                                                attitude take-off
                                                                                run through main
                                                                                gear lift-off or an
                                                                                early rotation take-
                                                                                off.
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1.b.4.................  Normal Takeoff......  3 kts     Takeoff.............  Record takeoff         X    X    X    X   This test may be
                                               airspeed 1.5[deg]                              release to at least                       acceleration time
                                               pitch angle 1.5[deg]                              ground level (AGL).                       (1.b.1.). Plotted
                                               angle of attack                             If the airplane has                       data should be
                                               20 ft                           more than one                             shown using
                                               (6 m) height.                               certificated                              appropriate scales
                                               Additionally, for                           takeoff                                   for each portion of
                                               those simulators of                         configurations, a                         the maneuver.
                                               airplanes with                              different
                                               reversible flight                           configuration must
                                               control systems:                            be used for each
                                               Stick/Column Force;                         weight. Data are
                                               10% or                          required for a
                                               5 lb                            takeoff weight at
                                               (2.2 daN).                                  near maximum
                                                                                takeoff weight with
                                                                                a mid-center of
                                                                                gravity and for a
                                                                                light takeoff
                                                                                weight with an aft
                                                                                center of gravity,
                                                                                as defined in
                                                                                Appendix F of this
                                                                                part.
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1.b.5.................  Critical Engine       3 kts     Takeoff.............  Record takeoff         X    X    X    X
                         Failure on Takeoff.   airspeed 1.5[deg]                              maximum takeoff
                                               pitch angle, 1.5[deg]                              to engine failure
                                               angle of attack,                            to at least 200 ft
                                               20 ft                           (61 m) AGL. Engine
                                               (6 m) height, 3[deg]                                be within 3 kts of
                                               2[deg]                          airplane data.
                                               bank angle, 2[deg]
                                               sideslip angle.
                                               Additionally, for
                                               those simulators of
                                               airplanes with
                                               reversible flight
                                               control systems:
                                               Stick/Column Force;
                                               10% or
                                               5 lb
                                               (2.2 daN)); Wheel
                                               Force; 10% or 3 lb (1.3
                                               daN); and Rudder
                                               Pedal Force; 10% or 5 lb (2.2
                                               daN).
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1.b.6.................  Crosswind Takeoff...  3 kts     Takeoff.............  Record takeoff         X    X    X    X   In those situations
                                               airspeed, 1.5[deg]                              release to at least                       crosswind or a
                                               pitch angle, 1.5[deg]                              Requires test data,                       demonstrated
                                               angle of attack,                            including                                 crosswind is not
                                               20 ft                           information on wind                       known, contact the
                                               (6 m) height, 2[deg] bank                           crosswind
                                               angle, 2[deg]                                direct head-wind
                                               sideslip angle;                             and direct cross-
                                               3[deg]                          wind components) of
                                               heading angle.                              at least 60% of the
                                               Correct trend at                            maximum wind
                                               groundspeeds below                          measured at 33 ft
                                               40 kts. for rudder/                         (10 m) above the
                                               pedal and heading.                          runway.
                                               Additionally, for
                                               those simulators of
                                               airplanes with
                                               reversible flight
                                               control systems:
                                               10% or
                                               5 lb
                                               (2.2 daN) stick/
                                               column force, 10% or 3 lb (1.3
                                               daN) wheel force,
                                               10% or
                                               5 lb
                                               (2.2 daN) rudder
                                               pedal force.
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1.b.7.................  Rejected Takeoff....  5% time   Takeoff.............  Record time and        X    X    X    X   Autobrakes will be
                                               or 1.5                          distance from brake                       used where
                                               sec 7.5% distance                         stop. Speed for
                                               or 250                          initiation of the
                                               ft (76                          reject must be at
                                               m).                                         least 80% of V1
                                                                                speed. The airplane
                                                                                must be at or near
                                                                                the maximum takeoff
                                                                                gross weight. Use
                                                                                maximum braking
                                                                                effort, auto or
                                                                                manual.
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1.b.8.................  Dynamic Engine        20% or    Takeoff.............  Engine failure speed             X    X   For safety
                         Failure After         2[deg]/                         must be within                            considerations,
                         Takeoff.              sec body angular                            3 Kts                         airplane flight
                                               rates.                                      of airplane data.                         test may be
                                                                                Record Hands Off                          performed out of
                                                                                from 5 secs. before                       ground effect at a
                                                                                to at least 5 secs.                       safe altitude, but
                                                                                after engine                              with correct
                                                                                failure or 30[deg]                        airplane
                                                                                Bank, whichever                           configuration and
                                                                                occurs first.                             airspeed.
                                                                                Engine failure may
                                                                                be a snap
                                                                                deceleration to
                                                                                idle. CCA: Test in
                                                                                Normal and Non-
                                                                                normal control
                                                                                state.