电子飞行包(EFB)是一种承载应用程序的设备，允许机组人员执行各种功能，传统上是通过纸制品和工具来完成的. 以最简单的形式, an EFB can perform basic flight planning calculations and display a variety of digital documentation, 包括导航图, 操作手册, 和飞机清单. 最先进的efb被完全认证为飞机航空电子系统的一部分，并与飞机系统集成，如FMS. These advanced 系统s are also able to display an aircraft’s position on navigational charts, 描述实时天气, and perform many complex flight-planning tasks.
Using an Apple iPad or other Tablet Device in Part 91 Operations
With many pilots using iPads to display approach plates, airport diagrams and other digital documentation, the FAA released InFO 11011 to clarify when authorization is needed to use the device. For Part 91 运营商, authorization is not required to utilize an iPad in this capacity. If an operator plans to install a mounting device or power source, requirements found in Advisory Circular 120-76D are still applicable.
The information in AC 120-76D is directed toward certificated air carriers and fractional providers, 但是第91部分的操作员应该作为一个最佳实践，参考关于发展EFB培训计划和过渡到无纸化驾驶舱的指导. 飞行员的最终责任是确保飞行中有合适的航海图, so it is important to document and validate the reliability of the iPad during the transition. During this initial transition period the crew should carry paper backup materials.
第91F部分要求操作人员遵守AC 91-78使用1类或2类电子飞行包(EFB), 但不需要书面批准. They should also validate compliance with FAR 91.503 (flying equipment and operating information for large/turbine powered aircraft) and FAR 91.21 (portable electronic devices) when using an iPad. Part 91F 运营商 must also have a secondary 系统 in place to augment their primary iPad. The secondary 系统 can simply be a backup iPad or alternate EFB.
EFB Approval Process for FAA Certificated Operators
Before using an EFB when operating under Part 91K, 125, or 135, authorization must be received from the principal inspector. The procedures for obtaining this approval are contained in FAA Order 8900.1和AC 120-76D. OpSpec/MSpec/TSpec/LOA paragraph A025 authorizes the use of Electronic Signatures, 记录系统, and Manuals and will be required for 运营商 wishing to use an EFB for any of these functions.
在审批过程中, 操作员将需要制定培训计划和操作程序，以按照FAA的指导使用EFB.
显示自有船位置
操作员只有在安装了主飞行显示器时，才可以在EFB上覆盖自己的舰船位置, 天气显示, or map display also depict own-ship position. 要使用此函数, 操作人员必须确保机组人员知道参考安装的主要飞行和导航显示器进行机动，并能够解决安装设备与EFB之间的差异.
操作人员必须证明设备已经根据交流进行了快速减压测试和抗干扰测试. Apple has conducted the noninterference test and Jeppesen has conducted the rapid decompression test. Both organizations have made their compliance statement available to the public.
iPad的资源
EFB Hardware and Software Classifications from AC 120-76D
以下分类, 联邦航空局描述, help 运营商 determine what type of approval is necessary to use an EFB.
软件应用程序类
描述
A类软件及应用
最不复杂的软件提供电子文档，如飞行手册，但不提供航海图.
- Have a failure condition classification considered to be no safety effect;
- Do not substitute for or replace any paper, 系统, or equipment required by airworthiness or operational regulations; and
- Do not require specific authorization for use.
- A full list of Type A applications can be found in Appendix A of AC 120-76D.
B类软件及应用
Provides all Type A information and also can display approach charts, 计算重量和平衡, 并提供天气信息.
- Have a failure condition classification considered to minor;
- 可以替换或替换纸制产品所需的信息或将被携带在飞机上;
- May not substitute for or replace any installed equipment required by airworthiness or operating regulations; and
- Require specific authorization for operation (i.e., each Type B EFB application must be authorized by the FAA in the OpSpecs or MSpecs).
- A full list of Type B applications can be found in Appendix B of AC 120-76D.
C型软件
提供所有A类和B类信息，并能在进近和机场海图上显示“自有船”位置.
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