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5.1 Windspeed and direction.
5.2 Precipitation.
5.3 Altimeter settings/barometric pressure.
5.4 Thunderstorms.
6 Contingency Plans for Adverse Weather Conditions: Describe the procedures to be followed in case of deteriorating weather conditions or when noncertified weather information proves unreliable.
7 Emergency Procedures: Outline the emergency procedures in place for situations arising from the use of noncertified weather information.
B Pilot and Personnel Training and Qualifications 1 Pilot Training Curriculum on Noncertified Weather Information: Detail the specific training that pilots will receive on interpreting and using noncertified weather information.
2 Pilot Proficiency Checks:
2.1 Describe the evaluation methods used to assess pilot competency in using noncertified weather information.
2.2 Ensure the operator provides a procedure on how they determine the pilot in command (PIC) is current and qualified with special emphasis on instrument proficiency (14 CFR § 135.297).
3 Required Pilot Experience and Qualifications:
3.1 Specify the minimum experience and qualifications required for pilots operating under this program.
3.2 Ensure the PIC utilizing noncertified weather information has:
• 1,200 hours of total flight time,
• 100 hours of actual or simulated instrument aeronautical experience, and
• 75 hours of PIC in the make and model of aircraft being utilized.
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3.3 Ensure the second in command (SIC) (if required) utilizing noncertified weather information has at least 500 hours of total flight time, 50 hours of actual or simulated instrument aeronautical experience, or 250 hours of total flight time and 100 hours of supervised actual or simulated instrument aeronautical experience under the operator’s training program.
3.4 Recency of experience operating at the airport where noncertified weather information is applicable.
4 Training of the Human Observer (if applicable):
Identify the training curriculum provided to the human observer that includes equipment, training hours, and testing requirements. The training should describe the procedures the operator has established for weather identification when utilizing noncertificated weather information. (Refer to FAA Order 8900.1, Volume 3, Chapter 26, Section 8, Use of Noncertified Weather Observations in Noncontiguous States.)
C Safety Procedures 1 Description of Safety Management System (SMS): Provide an overview of the operator’s SMS or current work on implementation of 14 CFR part 5 requirements. If there is no SMS program, detail how hazard identification and associated risks are identified and mitigated as these operations are conducted.
2 Role of Noncertified Weather Information in SMS: Describe how the use of noncertified weather information fits into the overall SMS.
3 Safety Risk Assessment (SRA): Detail the assessment of potential risks associated with using noncertified weather information and the mitigation strategies in place.
4 Outline procedures for handling adverse weather conditions.
5 Describe contingency plans for weather-related diversions or emergencies (including communication between an observer, the pilot, and the company).
6 Explain how weather-related incidents will be reported and investigated.
Appendix A A-5 D Additional Information 1 Copies of pilot training program and curriculums and any associated checklists.
2 Copies of pilot and observer procedures as outlined in the operating manual.
3 Sample weather briefing forms or checklists.
4 Listing of airports that would be utilizing noncertificated weather information, the operational area, and any landmarks utilized by a human observer, from a weather camera, etc., to determine the approach minimums for the PIC to make a safe and competent decision on landing or departure.
5 Flight Risk Assessment.
E Supporting Documentation 1 Copies of pilot training records.
2 Weather equipment specifications and maintenance records.
3 Maps or charts depicting the operational area.
4 Any additional documentation supporting the application.
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