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What is Minimum Equipment List?

Minimum Equipment List An approved document listing the minimum equipment required for safe operation of an aircraft, permitting specified inoperative items under controlled conditions.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Minimum Equipment List” Used in Practice?

According to the Minimum Equipment List, the flight may depart with the APU inoperative.

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?

An approved document listing the minimum equipment required for safe operation of an aircraft, permitting specified inoperative items under controlled conditions.

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