With European operators anticipating the new EU Part NCC (non-commercial operation of complex aircraft) regulations–which will take effect this August 25 this year–Jet Aviation is offering guidance and compliance assistance.
The measure is intended to bring non-commercial operators that have their principle place of business in an EU member state, closer to the safety standards applied to commercial operations.
The regulations will apply to operators or owners of any aircraft certified for operation by two pilots. That includes fixed-wing aircraft of more than 5,700 kilograms (12,566 pounds) or more than 19 seats; any jet or multi-engine turboprop; and any rotorcraft of more than 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs).
Aircraft registered in a state other than an EASA state but having their principal place of business (i.e. operator is established or residing) in an EASA state will also be affected by the new rule. It will require the creation of an operations manual, along with the submission of a Compliance Declaration to their national aviation authority accepting responsibility, accountability and liability for their operation under the new regulations.
“EASA aircraft owners and operators want to ensure they comply with EU Part NCC, and as with any new regulation that is rolled out, they have questions and uncertainty about how the regulation applies to their aircraft operation and other compliance questions,” said Claudio Peer, Jet Aviation’s v-p of aircraft management and charter sales in EMEA and Asia. “Jet Aviation is here to support our customers,” added Peer.
The General Dynamics subsidiary (Booth A050), continues to grow its managed fleet, which now numbers nearly 300 aircraft worldwide, having added a pair of Gulfstream G650s, a G550 and an Airbus ACJ to its EMEA and Asia operation. It has also added two Dassault Falcon 2000s, a Bombardier Global Express and a Sikorsky S-76 in the U.S. over the past two months.
“Aircraft owners and operators trust our professional expertise in operating their business aircraft, and they appreciate our global scope and scale,” said Juerg Reuthinger, senior v-p and general manager, aircraft management and charter, EMEA and Asia. “We have experience with all types of aircraft and strive hard to provide comprehensive and quality service across our network of facilities to ensure our customers have the support they require when and where it’s needed.”
