1. Oceanic and International Operations
Proving/Validation Test and Certification Process

2. Objectives At the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
Identify the proving/validation flights Federal Aviation Regulations requirements for each part
List the steps for certificating an operator
Identify when to contact a Regional NextGen SAO Specialist

3. Overview Operations not requiring proving or validation
In this lesson we will discuss the following topics:
Operations not requiring proving or validation
Operations requiring proving and validation: part 121
Operations requiring proving and validation: part 135
Steps for certificating an operator
Contacting a Regional NextGen SAO Specialist

4. Operations Not Requiring Proving or Validation Flights
14 CFR Part 91
14 CFR Part 125

5. Operations Requiring Proving and Validation: part 121 Operations
Requirements for proving and validation flights are discussed in the following regulations:
14 CFR Part Conducting tests and inspections
14 CFR Part Route requirements: General (Domestic/Flag)
14 CFR Part Area and route requirements: General (Supplemental)

6. Operations Requiring Proving and Validation: part 121
Before part 121 operators can conduct oceanic and international operations, they must first seek approval from the FAA. This includes confirming:
Crew procedures
Knowledge of the airspace
Contingencies
Operational control
Training
Maintenance procedures (ETOPS, MEL, CDL, etc.)
Ditching and passenger protection
Adequate/alternate airport support

7. Operations Requiring Proving and Validation: part 135 Operations
14 CFR Part Conducting tests and inspections
14 CFR Part Inspections and tests

8. Operations Requiring Proving and Validation: part 135
Before part 135 operators can conduct oceanic and international operations, they must first seek approval from the FAA. This includes confirming:
Crew procedures
Knowledge of the airspace
Contingencies
Operational control
Training
Maintenance procedures (ETOPS, MEL, CDL, etc.)
Ditching and passenger protection
Adequate/alternate airport support

9. Steps For Certificating an Operator
5 Phase Test Process (Part 91K and 135)
4 Phase Test Process (Part 121)
General Purpose Proving and Validation Test Job Aid

10. Contacting a Regional NextGen SAO Specialist
Supporting specialist, as coordinated through each region
NextGen Tracking Tool Handout
NextGen Tracking Tool Web Site
FAA Order , Volume 3, Chapter 29, Validation test Requirements, Table

11. Contacting a Regional NextGen Oceanic Specialist
For guidance and requirements contact:
NextGen Regional Branch Oceanic Specialist
Dispatch Specialists at AFS-200
Avionics and Maintenance Specialists at AFS-300

12. Review In this lesson we discussed the following topics:
Operations not requiring proving or validation
Operations requiring proving and validation: part 121
Operations requiring proving and validation: part 135
Steps for certificating an operator
Contacting a Regional NextGen SAO Specialist

13. Objectives You should now be able to:
Identify the proving/validation flights Federal Aviation Regulations requirements for each part
List the steps for certificating an operator
Identify when to contact a Regional NextGen SAO Specialist