AC 20-146A

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Advisory circular · Methodology for Dynamic Seat Certification by Analysis for Use in Parts 23, 25, 27, and 29 Airplanes and Rotorcraft

Approved
November 29, 2024
Last reviewed
November 29, 2024
This change
This change clarifies provisions, removes redundant language, and modifies the use of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Hybrid III Test Dummy. This change also updates AIR organizational designations and references to related ACs, and industry documents, as well as other minor editorial changes.
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AC20-146
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AC 20-146 · 3 versions
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14 CFR parts
23, 25, 27, 29, 21

Guidance, not mandatory unless a rule or AD requires it. DRS record last changed October 23, 2026.

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