Operations Manual (OM)

071-02-01Pablo Asensio Martínez2026-04-011 min

Structure of the Operations Manual

T-43A Flight Manual Title Page

The Operations Manual is typically divided into four parts:

Part A: General / Basic

This part contains non-type-specific policies and procedures.

  • Administration and control of the manual.
  • Organization and responsibilities.
  • Operational control and supervision.
  • Crew composition and qualification requirements.
  • Flight time limitations (FTL).
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) - General.

Part B: Aeroplane Operating Matters

This part contains type-specific information.

  • Aircraft systems description.
  • Normal, abnormal, and emergency checklists.
  • Performance data (Take-off, Cruise, Landing).
  • Mass and Balance data.
  • Minimum Equipment List (MEL) and CDL.

Part C: Route and Aerodrome Instructions

This part contains route-specific information.

  • Route guides and charts.
  • Aerodrome categorization (A, B, C).
  • Communication frequencies.
  • Search and Rescue facilities.

Part D: Training

This part details the training syllabi.

  • Initial training.
  • Recurrent training.
  • Conversion training.
  • Checking requirements (OPC, LPC).