ARO.OPS.235 Approval of individual flight time specification schemes

(a)   The CAA shall approve flight time specification schemes proposed by CAT operators if the operator demonstrates compliance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and Subpart FTL of Annex III to this Regulation.

(b)   Whenever a flight time specification scheme proposed by an operator deviates from the applicable certification specifications issued by the CAA, the CAA shall apply the procedure described in Article 22(2) of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008.

(c)   Whenever a flight time specification scheme proposed by an operator derogates from applicable implementing rules, the CAA shall apply the procedure described in Article 14(6) of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008.

(d)   Approved deviations or derogations shall be subject, after being applied, to an assessment to determine whether such deviations or derogations should be confirmed or amended. The CAA shall conduct an independent assessment based on information provided by the operator. The assessment shall be proportionate, transparent and based on scientific principles and knowledge.