EASA thoroughly modernises rules for Performance Based Navigation
Addtime：2015-04-08 14:55

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) published Opinion 3/2015 which contains proposals for amendments to Performance Based Navigation (PBN) -related safety rules. This Opinion marks a significant change in the way how PBN operations are regulated. Based on a risk assessment, EASA concluded that most PBN operations are considered to be a normal navigation mode for commercial as well as non-commercial air operators; this needed to be adequately reflected in the regulatory framework.

Instead of requiring operational approvals for ensuring safety, the new regulatory approach is relying on improved pilot training and checking as well as on effective and performance-based operational rules. The proposed proportionate rules are in particular beneficial for GA operators which will see a significant reduction in administrative tasks and burdens.

While developing the new regulatory approach in Europe, EASA has also initiated corresponding changes at the ICAO level to avoid any non-compliance of European operators with ICAO SARPs. The corresponding ICAO amendments should be published through a State Letter in the next days.

The Opinion can be accessed here.

Source: http://easa.europa.eu/

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