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FAA relaxes BasicMed operational limits to allow pilots to fly larger aircraft

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TrustFlight Tech Log and MEL Manager integrate with NAVBLUE N-Ops & N-Flight

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This integration allows the OCC to visualize operational limitations of the aircraft against various conditions by way of automating the import of structured MEL data directly into N-FP, eliminating the risk of latent defects and other categorization errors.

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FAA Lifts Some Restrictions on Experimental Aircraft

Flying Magazine

The agency notes that previously-issued airworthiness certificate operating limitations specify that pilots must hold a model-specific type rating, AEA, or temporary letter of authorization (LOA).

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Senators urge pilot retirement age rise as experience leads to fewer accidents 

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RELATED FAA relaxes BasicMed operational limits to allow pilots to fly larger aircraft The post Senators urge pilot retirement age rise as experience leads to fewer accidents appeared first on AeroTime.

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Are the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and Airplane Flight Manual the Same?

Flying Magazine

It should be noted that many AFMs contain supplementary operating limitations for equipment that may be unique to the individual aircraft that may not be part of a POH. The serial number comes from the manufacturer, and it is assigned at the factory based on the aircrafts production sequence.

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Oops: American Flies Wrong Boeing 787 To Italy, Causing Diversion

One Mile at a Time

While the difference between the jets is marginal, clearly this exceeded some airport or operational limit, perhaps given the airport’s challenging terrain. ACFT 789 NOT AUTHORIZED AS PER AIRPORT AUTHORITY — JonNYC (@xJonNYC) June 5, 2025 Why would a 787-8 be allowed, but not a 787-9?

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EAA Warbirds of America Urges Warbird Operators to Comment on FAA Pilot Authorization Proposal

Vintage Aviation News

One of the primary concerns raised by the group is the potential modification of the Operating Limitations for Experimental/Exhibition aircraft. The consensus among participants was that the existing Operating Limitations should remain intact to preserve consistency and reduce administrative confusion.

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