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What is Minimum Equipment List Relief?

Minimum Equipment List Relief The operational allowance permitting dispatch or continued operation of an aircraft with certain inoperative items, as listed in the approved Minimum Equipment List (ICAO Doc 9760, MEL Policy).

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Minimum Equipment List Relief” Used in Practice?

Minimum Equipment List Relief granted for inoperative APU; all other dispatch conditions must be met as per MEL.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is Minimum Equipment List Relief?

The operational allowance permitting dispatch or continued operation of an aircraft with certain inoperative items, as listed in the approved Minimum Equipment List (ICAO Doc 9760, MEL Policy).

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