Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the PBN Fundamentals EASA Part SPA was issued as Annex V to Commission Regulation 965/2012. Part SPA provides for the: Implementing Rules, (IRs), Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMCs), and Guidance Material (GMs) related to Specific Approvals available for an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) / Air Carrier (AC) to apply for: RVSM…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the role & purpose of Performance-based Navigation (PBN). Within a PBN framework, RNAV and RNP system performance requirements are defined in terms of: Accuracy, Integrity, Continuity, and Functionality. Performance requirements are identified in navigation specifications at a sufficient level of detail to facilitate global harmonization by providing specific implementation guidance…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) looks at the Performance Based Navigation (PBN) environment. Performance Based Navigation (PBN) – Introduction PBN will increasingly be required both in specific airspace and at many airports depending on the situation. Whilst Performance Based Navigation (PBN), has been implemented in a number of countries: One challenge affects small operators and/or flight schools…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) – reviews the current status of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) from an FAA perspective. See here for reference. Introduction – Performance Based Navigation PBN offers the potential for environmental benefits through improved fuel usage, reducing C02 emissions, and eliminating high-thrust go-arounds. The degree of impact on requirements for crews, flight operations,…