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Aviation Regulations and Compliance Flashcards

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  1. Which federal agency regulates aviation safety and airport operations in the United States?

    Answer: FAA

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulates aviation safety, air traffic, airport certification, and aircraft airworthiness in the United States.

  2. What is 14 CFR Part 139?

    Answer: The regulation requiring commercial airports to be certificated and meet safety standards

    14 CFR Part 139 establishes the certification requirements and safety standards that airports serving commercial air carriers must meet.

  3. What is an Airport Operating Certificate (AOC)?

    Answer: A certificate issued by the FAA authorizing an airport to serve commercial air carriers

    An Airport Operating Certificate (AOC) is issued by the FAA and is required for airports that serve scheduled air carriers using aircraft with more than 9 passenger seats.

  4. Who is responsible for enforcing the rules in an airport's Airport Security Program (ASP)?

    Answer: The airport operator, who must ensure all tenants and employees comply

    The airport operator is the primary responsible party for ensuring that all tenants, employees, and contractors comply with the ASP.

  5. What is the role of the FAA Safety Reporting System (ASRS) for airport employees?

    Answer: To voluntarily report safety hazards or incidents to help improve aviation safety without fear of punishment

    The Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) allows aviation workers to voluntarily report safety issues, with immunity protections to encourage honest reporting.

  6. What does SMS stand for in aviation safety management?

    Answer: Safety Management System

    Safety Management System (SMS) is a formal, proactive framework for managing safety risks in aviation, now required for certificated U.S. airports.