Mel Usage
Name: Ramiro Rivera
Date: 31 August 2013
Module 3 Aircraft Systems and Aircraft Maintenance
LOB 8: Explain how an operator can fly an aircraft with inoperable instruments or equipment within the limits of an approved minimum equipment list (MEL).
Web Support link: http://www.nbaa.org/ops/maint/inoperative-equipment/minimum-equipment-list.php
Inoperable Equipment and Minimum Equipment List
I have chose to use NBAA.org as a good resourceful tool for learning in general when it comes to aviation. This web link will teach you an easy and simple way the definition and use of a MEL. Definition of MEL:
A Minimum Equipment List (MEL) is one method aircraft operators may use to obtain relief from Federal Aviation Regulations that generally require that all equipment installed on the aircraft be operative at the time of flight. A MEL is a precise listing of instruments, equipment and procedures that allows an aircraft to be operated under specific conditions with inoperative equipment.
It will explain you step by step the procedure and use of an MEL, such as:
• Obtaining FAA approval
• Conducting operations with an MEL
• Correcting MEL inoperative items
• Record keeping requirements
NBAA.org is an excellent website for any professional in aviation or for anyone interest in aviation.
Using this beside you can find information from student material, airport operations, security, maintenance, job search and much more.
As a professional pilot, I recommend the use of this website as a tool in your aviation journey, career and studies. I will also advise you to consider getting a free membership with them, which will open even more opportunities of
Date: 31 August 2013
Module 3 Aircraft Systems and Aircraft Maintenance
LOB 8: Explain how an operator can fly an aircraft with inoperable instruments or equipment within the limits of an approved minimum equipment list (MEL).
Web Support link: http://www.nbaa.org/ops/maint/inoperative-equipment/minimum-equipment-list.php
Inoperable Equipment and Minimum Equipment List
I have chose to use NBAA.org as a good resourceful tool for learning in general when it comes to aviation. This web link will teach you an easy and simple way the definition and use of a MEL. Definition of MEL:
A Minimum Equipment List (MEL) is one method aircraft operators may use to obtain relief from Federal Aviation Regulations that generally require that all equipment installed on the aircraft be operative at the time of flight. A MEL is a precise listing of instruments, equipment and procedures that allows an aircraft to be operated under specific conditions with inoperative equipment.
It will explain you step by step the procedure and use of an MEL, such as:
• Obtaining FAA approval
• Conducting operations with an MEL
• Correcting MEL inoperative items
• Record keeping requirements
NBAA.org is an excellent website for any professional in aviation or for anyone interest in aviation.
Using this beside you can find information from student material, airport operations, security, maintenance, job search and much more.
As a professional pilot, I recommend the use of this website as a tool in your aviation journey, career and studies. I will also advise you to consider getting a free membership with them, which will open even more opportunities of