NCO.SPEC.MCF.110 Checklist and safety briefing

SPECIFIC PROCEDURES Specific preparation for a maintenance check flight (MCF) is essential. In addition to the standard considerations before a typical flight (weather, aircraft weight and balance, pre-flight inspection, checklists, etc.), the pilot should:

(a)inform ATC of the particular MCF;

(b)if needed, agree on the appropriate airspace;

(c)understand the airworthiness status of the aircraft;

(d)assess the complexity of the flight; and

(e)develop appropriate strategies to mitigate potential risks. The operator planning to conduct an MCF should develop checklists for the in-flight assessment of the unreliable systems, considering relevant abnormal and emergency procedures. When developing the checklists, the operator should consider the applicable documentation available from the type certificate holder or other valid documentation. The pilot-in-command should only allow on board the persons needed for the purpose of the flight and brief the crew and task specialist on abnormal and emergency procedures relevant for the MCF.