1. PROVING FLIGHTS

2. PROVING FLIGHTS REQUIREMENTS
Normally not for an established air operator
Observe and evaluate the inflight program
No passengers but company personnel may be carried
Well planned with clear objectives

3. PROVING FLIGHTS OBJECTIVES
Compliance with procedures in Operations Manual
Evaluate Facilities and equipment provided to Flight Crew
Support provided by operational control
Ground handling of the aircraft
En-route facilities

4. PROCESS FOR PROVING FLIGHTS
International 10 hours/Domestic 5 hours
If Practical 4 route segments, some at night
Operator briefed and 10 days prior a test plan
Inspector to develop proving flight scenarios
Operator debriefed after each segment to take corrective action
Detailed debriefing after completion of segments

5. PROVING FLIGHT SCENARIOS
Essentially routine operations
Diversion to alternate airport
MEL or CDL situations
Performance problems
Hazardous cargo
Simulated aircraft emergencies
Simulated cabin emergencies

6. POSSIBLE DEFICIENCIES
Flight Crew/Cabin Crew not properly trained
Numerous aircraft deficiencies
Inadequate load control
Inadequate operational control
Unacceptable maintenance procedures
Improper aircraft servicing/ground handling