ORO.SPO.110 Authorisation of high risk commercial specialised operations

(a)A commercial specialised operator shall apply for and obtain an authorisation issued by the competent authority of the operator prior to commencing a high risk commercial specialised operation:

(1)that is carried out over an area where the safety of third parties on the ground is likely to be endangered in the event of an emergency, or

(2)that, as determined by the competent authority of the place where the operation is conducted, due to its specific nature and the local environment in which it is conducted, poses a high risk, in particular to third parties on the ground.

(b)The operator shall provide the following information to the competent authority:

(1)the official name and business name, address, and mailing address of the applicant;

(2)a description of the management system, including organisational structure;

(3)a description of the proposed operation, including the type(s), and number of aircraft to be operated;

(4)the risk assessment documentation and related standard operating procedures, required by SPO.OP.230;

(5)a statement that all the documentation sent to the competent authority has been verified by the operator and found in compliance with the applicable requirements.

(c)The application for an authorisation or its amendment shall be made in a form and manner established by the competent authority, taking into account the applicable requirements of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its Implementing Rules.