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What is Extended Range Operations?

Extended Range Operations Flight by any aircraft on routes that place it at a distance from a suitable airport greater than the authorized threshold, encompassing ETOPS and other regulatory provisions (EROPS).

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Extended Range Operations” Used in Practice?

Control, AAR027 is certified for Extended Range Operations and requests clearance on Polar Route 1 with diversion airports confirmed.

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 Extended Range Operations?

Flight by any aircraft on routes that place it at a distance from a suitable airport greater than the authorized threshold, encompassing ETOPS and other regulatory provisions (EROPS).

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