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CASA EX97/22 – Part 121 – Single Pilot Aeroplane (MOPSC 10-13) Operations – Exemptions Repeal, Remake, and Direction Instrument 2022
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made under regulations 11.160, 11.205 and 11.245 of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998.
This compilation was prepared on 2 December 2023 taking into account amendments up to instrument CASA EX100/23 – Amendment of CASA EX97/22 – Instrument 2023 (No. 1). It is a compilation of CASA EX97/22 – Part 121 – Single Pilot Aeroplane (MOPSC 10-13) Operations – Exemptions Repeal, Remake, and Direction Instrument 2022, as amended and in force on 2 December 2023.
Prepared by the Advisory and Drafting Branch, Legal, International and Regulatory Affairs Division, Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Canberra.
This instrument is CASA EX97/22 – Part 121 – Single Pilot Aeroplane (MOPSC 10-13) Operations – Exemptions Repeal, Remake, and Direction Instrument 2022.
2 Duration
This instrument:
(b) is repealed at the end of 1 December 2024 (thereby, for paragraph 11.250 (a) of CASR, ceasing to be in force on and from the beginning of 2 December 2024).
2A Repeal
CASA EX137/21 – Part 121 – Single Pilot Aeroplane (MOPSC 10-13) Operations – Exemptions Instrument 2021 (the previous instrument) is repealed.
Note But see sections 7 and 8 for the continuation of some of the previous instrument’s provisions so that there is no break in their continuity.
3 Definitions
(1) In this instrument:
airborne weather radar equipment has the same meaning as in Part 135 of CASR.
automatic pilot has the same meaning as in Part 135 of CASR.
commencement date means 2 December 2022.
CAO is short for Civil Aviation Order.
CAO 20.18 means Civil Aviation Order 20.18, as in force immediately before 2 December 2021.
CAR means the Civil Aviation Regulations 1988.
CASR means the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998.
charter operation has the same meaning as in paragraph 2 (7) (b) of CAR, as in force immediately before 2 December 2021.
class, in relation to an aeroplane, has the meaning given by Part 61 of CASR.
Note See regulation 61.020.
early applicant, for a particular AOC or AOC variation, means a person:
(a) who at least 90 days before the commencement date — applied for the AOC or AOC variation under the civil aviation legislation in force on the date of the application; but
(b) whose application was still under consideration by CASA on the commencement date.
inoperative has the meaning given by the CASR Dictionary.
kind, in relation to an aeroplane, has the meaning given by the CASR Dictionary.
maximum operational passenger seat configuration, or MOPSC, has the meaning given by the CASR Dictionary.
previous instrument means CASA EX137/21 – Part 121 – Single Pilot Aeroplane (MOPSC 10-13) Operations – Exemptions Instrument 2021.
regular public transport operation has the same meaning as in paragraph 2 (7) (c) of CAR, as in force immediately before 2 December 2021.
relevant aeroplane means an aeroplane:
(a) to which subregulation 121.005 (1) or (2) of Part 121 would apply were it not for this instrument; and
(b) that has a MOPSC of at least 10 but not more than 13; and
(c) that has a maximum take-off weight of no more than 8 618 kg; and
(d) that is certificated to be operated by a single pilot in accordance with the type certificate data sheet; and
(e) whose flight manual provides that the flight crew of the aeroplane may be constituted by a single pilot.
TAWS means terrain awareness and warning system.
TAWS-B+ system has the meaning given by paragraph 2.1 of CAO 20.18.
TAWS-Class A has the meaning given by the CASR Dictionary.
TAWS-Class B has the meaning given by the CASR Dictionary.
TAWS-Class B+ means a TAWS that:
(a) is a TAWS-Class B; and
(b) includes a colour terrain display that meets the following requirements:
(i) the displayed terrain information must be depicted relative to the aeroplane’s position such that the pilot can estimate the relative bearing to the terrain of interest;
(ii) the displayed terrain information must be depicted relative to the aeroplane’s position such that the pilot may estimate the distance to the terrain of interest;
(iii) the displayed terrain information depicted must be oriented to either the heading or the track of the aeroplane, and may include an additional selectable north-up orientation format;
(iv) variations in terrain elevation must be depicted relative to the aeroplane’s current or projected elevation (above and below) and be visually distinct, except that terrain that is more than 2 000 feet below the aeroplane’s elevation may be excluded;
(v) terrain that generates alerts must be displayed in a manner that distinguishes it from non-hazardous terrain, consistent with the caution and warning alert level relevant to the TAWS Class B equipment.
type, in relation to an aeroplane, has the meaning given by the CASR Dictionary.
(2) A similar type of aeroplane to a particular type of relevant aeroplane (the first type), means another type of aeroplane (the second type) that:
(a) is of the same type as the first type; or
(b) if the first type is included in a class rating — is included in the same class rating.
Note 1 Example of same type for paragraph (a): if the first type is a King Air 350, the same type could be a Beech 1900, as both types are covered by the same pilot type rating (both aeroplane types would need to have a MOPSC of 10 to 13 to utilise the exemption).
Note 2 Example of same class for paragraph (b): if the first type is a BE200 (King Air), the same type could be a Cessna 404 (Titan), as both types are included in the multi-engine aeroplane class rating. A Cessna 208B (Caravan) would not be the same as either of these types as it is included in the single, and not the multi-engine, aeroplane class rating.
(3) To avoid doubt, in this instrument, unless a contrary intention appears:
(a) words and expressions have the same meaning as in Part 121 of CASR, the CASR Dictionary and the Civil Aviation Act 1988, as applicable; and
(b) mention of a provision with the prefix “121.” is a reference to that provision as contained in Part 121 of CASR; and
(c) mention of a provision with the prefix “135.” is a reference to that provision as contained in Part 135 of CASR.
4 Application
(1) This instrument applies to an operator (a transitional operator) of a relevant aeroplane if, immediately before 2 December 2021, the operator held an AOC, or was an early applicant for an AOC or an AOC variation, that authorised charter operations or regular public transport operations, or both kinds of operations, in a particular kind of relevant aeroplane.
(2) This instrument also applies to the operator of a relevant aeroplane if the operator (an expanded transitional operator):
(a) is a transitional operator; and
(b) on or after 2 December 2021 — expands operations to include:
(i) an air transport operation that is:
(A) equivalent to the operations conducted immediately before 2 December 2021; but
(B) in a type of relevant aeroplane which is not a similar type of aeroplane to that used before 2 December 2021; or
(ii) an air transport operation that is:
(A) not equivalent to the operations conducted immediately before 2 December 2021; but
(B) in the same type of relevant aeroplane as that used before 2 December 2021.
Note Thus, a transitional operator for a particular operation in a particular type of relevant aeroplane may simultaneously be an expanded transitional operator in a different operation and/or a different type of relevant aeroplane. However, the additional conditions apply differently to each case.
(3) This instrument applies to the pilot in command of a transitional operator or an expanded transitional operator.
(4) This instrument also applies to the operator of a relevant aeroplane who is neither a transitional operator nor an expanded transitional operator (a new operator).
(5) This instrument applies to the pilot in command of a new operator.
5 Exemptions — operators and pilots in command
(1) For the particular type of relevant aeroplane, when used in an operation that is equivalent to an operation mentioned in subsection 4 (1), a transitional operator is exempt from compliance with each provision of Part 121, and the Part 121 MOS that would, but for this instrument, apply to the transitional operator.
(2) The pilot in command of the aeroplane for the operation mentioned in subsection (1) is exempt from compliance with each provision of Part 121, and the Part 121 MOS, that would, but for this instrument, apply to the pilot in command.
Note Under subsections 5 (1) and (2), the exemptions for a transitional operator and the pilot in command only extend in relation to the particular type of aeroplane, when used in an operation that is the same as, or equivalent to, the particular operation: see subsection 4 (1).
(3) A new operator and an expanded transitional operator are each exempt from compliance with each provision of Part 121, and the Part 121 MOS, that would, but for this instrument, apply to the operator.
(4) The pilot in command of a new operator or an expanded transitional operator is exempt from compliance with each provision of Part 121, and the Part 121 MOS, that would, but for this instrument, apply to the pilot in command.
6 Basic conditions
(2) Each exemption under section 5 is subject to the condition that the operator and the pilot in command, while taking the benefit of this exemption instrument, will not, with respect to a relevant aeroplane, take the benefit of any exemption under CASA EX83/21 – Part 121 and Part 91 of CASR – Supplementary Exemptions and Directions Instrument 2021.
(3) Each exemption under section 5 is subject to the condition that the operator and the pilot in command must each comply (as the case requires) with the following as if they applied instead of a provision of Part 121 or the Part 121 MOS:
(a) Part 135, but as if CASA EX85/21 – Part 135, Subpart 121.Z and Part 91 of CASR – Supplementary Exemptions and Directions Instrument 2021 (CASA EX85/21) also applied;
(b) the Part 135 MOS, but as if CASA EX85/21 also applied.
8 Application of the additional conditions set out in in Schedule 1
(1) The additional conditions mentioned in Schedule 1 apply for each exemption under section 5 in accordance with this section.
(2) Subject to subsection (3), each additional condition mentioned in Schedule 1 applies to an operator of a relevant aeroplane.
(3) Despite subsection (2), if the visual display of a TAWS-B+ system fitted to the relevant aeroplane of a transitional operator or an expanded transitional operator is not compliant with the TAWS-Class B+ terrain display requirements before 2 December 2023, the operator:
(a) is not required to comply with clause 4A of Schedule 1 until 3 June 2024; and
(b) until clause 4A is complied with, the aeroplane must be fitted with a TAWS-B+ system when conducting a flight; and
(c) the TAWS-B+ system must be operative unless or until the circumstances mentioned in paragraph 11.26 (a) of the Part 135 MOS apply to the flight.
Note A TAWS-B+ system is the system referred to in CAO 20.18, as in force immediately before 2 December 2021, which required a less specific visual terrain display compared to the new TAWS-Class B+.
10 Directions to notify CASA
An operator of a relevant aeroplane is directed that they must notify CASA, using the relevant approved Form, as follows:
(a) for operators conducting operations in particular similar types of aeroplanes under this instrument before 2 December 2023 — the operator must notify CASA of the different similar types before 2 December 2023;
(b) if paragraph (a) does not apply — if the operator intends to commence operating similar types of aeroplanes under this instrument, the operator must notify CASA of the similar types before commencing such use;
(c) if operator is using a relevant aeroplane mentioned in subsection 8 (3) — the operator must, not later than 1 December 2023, notify CASA of each aeroplane that is fitted with the TAWS-B+ system.
Note 1 A definition of similar type of aeroplane is contained in subsection 3 (2).
Note 2 If an operator’s operations conducted under this instrument are a significant change (as defined in regulation 119.020 of CASR), then the approved Form would be the Air operator’s certificate and associated approvals form, which is available on CASA’s website.
Note 3 If an operator’s operations conducted under this instrument are NOT a significant change (as defined in regulation 119.020 of CASR), then the approved Form would be the non‑significant changes form, which is available on CASA’s website.
Note 4 The direction ceases to be in force in accordance with paragraph 2 (b) of this instrument.
Schedule 1 Additional conditions
Note The equipment fitment requirements under this Schedule intentionally exceed those under Part 135 of CASR.
1 For a VFR flight conducted by day, a relevant aeroplane must comply with the automatic pilot requirements of subsection 11.10 (2) of the Part 135 MOS as if that subsection applied to the flight.
2 For any flight of a relevant aeroplane, subsection 11.10 (3) of the Part 135 MOS does not apply to the flight.
3 An automatic pilot may be inoperative at the beginning of a day VFR or day IFR VMC flight in a relevant aeroplane only if the flight begins:
(a) from an aerodrome at which there is no facility for the automatic pilot to be repaired or replaced; and
(b) within 24 hours of the time the automatic pilot was found to be inoperative.
Note The effect of these provisions is that an automatic pilot must not be inoperative for more than 24 hours, or if departing from an aerodrome where repairs can be made.
4 For an IFR flight, or a VFR flight at night, in a turbine-engine aeroplane with a maximum take-off weight of more than 5 700 kg, the relevant aeroplane must be fitted with a TAWS-Class A that is not inoperative.
4A For an IFR flight, or a VFR flight at night, in a turbine-engine aeroplane with a maximum take-off weight of 5 700 kg or less, the aeroplane must be fitted with a TAWS-Class A, or a TAWS-Class B+, that is not inoperative.
5 For an IFR flight, or a VFR flight at night, in a piston-engine aeroplane, the relevant aeroplane must be fitted with a TAWS-Class A or TAWS-Class B that is not inoperative.
6 For a VFR flight by day in a relevant aeroplane, the relevant aeroplane must be fitted with a TAWS-Class A or TAWS-Class B that is not inoperative.
7 For a flight in a relevant aeroplane, paragraph 11.26 (a) of the Part 135 MOS may be applied by the pilot in command or the operator of the flight as if that paragraph applied to the flight.
Note Paragraph 11.26 (a) of the Part 135 MOS deals with inoperative GPWS and TAWS.
8 For a flight in a relevant aeroplane, the aeroplane must be fitted with airborne weather radar equipment.
9 For a flight in a relevant aeroplane, section 11.28 of the Part 135 MOS may be applied by the pilot in command or the operator of the flight as if that section applied to the flight.
Note Section 11.28 of the Part 135 MOS deals with inoperative airborne weather radar equipment.
Note to CASA EX97/22
Note: – Part 121
Note: – Single Pilot Aeroplane (MOPSC
Note: 10-13) Operations
Note: – Exemptions Repeal, Remake, and Direction Instrument 2022
Note: > Note: CASA EX97/22
Note: – Part 121
Note: – Single Pilot Aeroplane (MOPSC
Note: 10-13) Operations
Note: – Exemptions Repeal, Remake, and Direction Instrument 2022
Note: (in force under
Note: regulations 11.160, 11.205 and 11.245 of
Note: the
Note: Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998
Note: )
Note: as shown in this compilation is amended as indicated in the tables below.
Note: > Note: Table of instruments
Title
Date of FRLI registration
Date ofcommencement
Application, saving ortransitional provisions
CASA EX97/22 – Part 121 – Single Pilot Aeroplane (MOPSC 10-13) Operations – Exemptions Repeal, Remake, and Direction Instrument 2022
1 December 2022(see F2022L01558)
Immediately before 2 December 2022
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CASA EX61/23 — Amendment of CASA EX97/22 (Extension of Time) Instrument 2023 (No. 1)
1 June 2023(see F2023L00665)
2 June 2023
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CASA EX100/23 – Amendment of CASA EX97/22 – Instrument 2023 (No. 1)