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CAR Section 2, Series O, Part VI -Manufacture, Registration and Operation of Powered Hang Gliders

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**Executive Summary** This document, Civil Aviation Requirement Section 2 Series O Part VI, Issue IV, Rev 01, dated 28th December 2018, outlines the requirements for the manufacture, registration, operation, and maintenance of Powered Hang Gliders in India. It is effective forthwith. The document specifies airworthiness, security, and operational guidelines to be followed by manufacturers, owners, operators, and DGCA. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Scope and Definitions** * Defines a Powered Hang Glider and its intended uses, including limitations on weight and speed. * Defines terms such as "Acrobatic flight" and "Air Traffic Control Clearance." * **Manufacture** * Prospective manufacturers must inform DGCA of their manufacturing procedure. * Requires specific manuals for series production, including Engineering Organization and Production Inspection System manuals. * Outlines requirements for production facilities, security clearance, manufacturing techniques, communication and navigation equipment, and record-keeping. * Requires each Powered Hang Glider to have a weight and balance report. * Requires ground and flight testing, and submission of User's and Maintenance manuals. * Mandates a Certificate of Compliance be delivered with each Powered Hang Glider. * Requires a permanent placard stating that the hang glider has not been certified to international airworthiness standards. * **Registration** * All imported or manufactured Powered Hang Gliders must be registered. * Specifies the application process and required documentation, including security clearance. * Requires nationality and registration markings. * **Special Certificate of Airworthiness** * DGCA may issue a Special C of A for operation within a specified area. * **Maintenance** * Routine maintenance is the operator's responsibility, adhering to manufacturer's instructions. * Pilots are responsible for pre-flight inspections and recording defects. * Higher-level inspections and overhauls must be performed by licensed aircraft maintenance engineers or authorized personnel. * Requires a logbook to record flying, modifications, and repairs. * **Security** * Sale or disposal of a Powered Hang Glider requires a certificate from DGCA verifying the buyer's antecedents. * Security clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is required for manufacturing, acquiring, or registering a Powered Hang Glider. * **Operational Aspects** * Prohibits use for public transport, aerial work, or commercial activity. * Requires adherence to Visual Flight Rules. * Prohibits operation at night. * Operation is restricted to specified areas, compliance with Special C of A, and MHA conditions. * Requires occupants to be secured and wear helmets. * Requires authorization by a DGCA-approved examiner/instructor. * Specifies suggested instruments for safe operation. * Requires test flights to be conducted in unpopulated areas. * Requires notification to authorities and obtaining necessary clearances. * Details of approved owners/operators along with copy of Special C of A should be made available to local district administrative authority's. * The aircraft shall be operated only by the owner in whose name the aircraft is registered and specified on the C of R. **Impact Analysis** **Manufacturers** *Impact:* Must comply with manufacturing requirements, testing protocols, and documentation standards to gain DGCA approval. *Action Required:* Intimate DGCA of manufacturing process, provide necessary manuals, maintain records, and obtain security clearance. **Owners and Operators** *Impact:* Responsible for registration, maintenance, security, and safe operation of Powered Hang Gliders. Subject to operational restrictions and security protocols. *Action Required:* Register aircraft, follow maintenance schedules, obtain necessary authorizations, adhere to security measures, and operate within specified areas and conditions. **Pilots** *Impact:* Must be authorized by a DGCA-approved examiner/instructor. Responsible for pre-flight inspections and recording defects. Must operate within specified guidelines. *Action Required:* Obtain proper authorization, conduct pre-flight checks, record defects, and adhere to operational guidelines. **DGCA** *Impact:* Responsible for overseeing the manufacture, registration, and operation of Powered Hang Gliders. *Action Required:* Review and approve manufacturing processes, issue registrations and Special C of A, and enforce compliance with the regulations. **Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)** *Impact:* Implements and enforces security requirements for Powered Hang Glider operations. *Action Required:* Provide security clearances, stipulate operational restrictions, and ensure compliance with security protocols.

Key Entities Referenced

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA): The primary regulatory body referenced in the document, responsible for overseeing the manufacture, registration, maintenance, operation, and security of powered hang gliders. Powered Hang Glider: The specific type of aircraft that the document pertains to the regulation of its manufacture, registration, maintenance, operation, and airworthiness. Civil Airworthiness Requirements (CAR): The main set of rules and standards to which the document belongs, specifically related to airworthiness and the operation of aircraft. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA): The government body involved in security clearances and related operational requirements for powered hang gliders. Special Certificate of Airworthiness: A specific certification process mentioned in the document that allows for the operation of powered hang gliders under certain conditions and within specified areas.
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CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 SERIES O PART VI 28TH DECEMBER 2018 GOVERNMENT OF INDIA OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION OPPOSITE SAFDARJUNG AIRPORT, NEW DELHI - 110 003 CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI ISSUE IV, Rev 01 ; 28TH DECEMBER, 2018 EFFECTIVE: FORTHWITH F. No. 11-690/SEC-2/O-VI/2006-AI(2) Subject: Manufacture, Registration and Operation of Powered Hang Gliders 1 INTRODUCTION This part of the Civil Airworthiness Requirements specifies requirements relating to, manufacture, registration, maintenance, operation and security of Powered Hang Gliders. For the purpose of this CAR, Powered Hang Glider is a vehicle that - 1.1 is used or intended to be used for manual operation in the air by a single occupant/ double occupant. 1.2 is used or intended to be used for recreation, sport or any other purpose approved by DGCA in writing. 1.3 has the maximum AUW less than 275 kgs for a single seater. 1.4 has the maximum AUW less than 450 kgs for a double seater. 1.5 is having calibrated air speed at full power in level flight will be as per approved flight manual, and 1.6 has a power-off stall speed which does not exceed 30 knots calibrated air speed. 2 DEFINITION 2.1 "Acrobatic flight" means manoeuvres intentionally performed by an aircraft involving an abrupt change in its attitude, an abnormal attitude or abnormal variation in speed. 2.2 "Air Traffic Control Clearance" means authorisation by an Air Traffic Control unit for an aircraft to proceed within controlled airspace under specified conditions. 1CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 SERIES O PART VI 28TH DECEMBER 2018 2.3 "Controlled Airport” means an airport at which an Air Traffic Control unit is provided. 2.4 “Controlled airspace" means airspace of defined dimensions within which Air Traffic Control service is provided. 2.5 "Special Certificate of Airworthiness" means a document issued by the Director-General to an aircraft which has a restricted type certificate or complies with airworthiness specifications as specified by the Director-General for ensuring adequate safety; 3 MANUFACTURE 3.1 The prospective manufacturer shall intimate DGCA, the procedure he wishes to adopt for the manufacture. 3.2 Applications for issue of approval for manufacture or assemble a Powered Hang Glider from kits imported shall be made on prescribed form as per Annexure - I of this CAR to the concerned regional airworthiness office. 3.3 For series production of Powered Hang Glider, the manufacturer shall provide an Engineering Organisation Manual along with a documented production inspection system manual for acceptance by DGCA. Contents of the Engineering Organisation Manual and Production Inspection System Manual shall minimum address the issues specified in the Annexure - II to this CAR. 3.4 Approval to manufacture a Power Hang Glider shall be granted after determining that the, (i) Established production facilities and documented process are suitable for manufacture / assembly of the power hang glider. (ii) Security clearance of the registered manufacturer had been issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. 3.5 The Powered Hang Glider shall be manufactured adopting manufacturing techniques recommended by the designer / design organization and in its absence standard aeronautical engineering practices. The Power Hang Glider shall be fitted with such communication and navigation equipment prescribed by the Ministry of Home Affairs at Annexure – XI. Records of manufacturing including ground and flight testing, materials used 3.6 and their source shall be maintained. 3.7 Each Powered Hang Glider shall be weighed and its centre of gravity established. A weight and balance report shall be prepared and delivered with each Powered Hang Glider. 2CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 SERIES O PART VI 28TH DECEMBER 2018 3.8 Prior to delivery each Powered Hang Glider shall be tested on ground and in flight (Annexure - III). Copy of test schedule covering ground and flight tests to which the Powered Hang Glider was subjected shall be delivered with each Powered Hang Glider. User’s manual (Annexure - IV) and maintenance manual shall be prepared by 3.9 the manufacturer and copies of the same shall be submitted to the DGCA along with application for approval of the firm. The principal manufacturer shall provide a maintenance programme and also 3.10 specify the overhaul life (TBO) of the engine, propeller, instruments and advise the operators about the organisations which may be approached for the overhaul or other major maintenance. The manufacturer shall also be responsible for issuance of any modifications to the aircraft to improve its safety of operations. For this purpose the manufacturer may provide kits and drawings so that the operators can carry out the modifications. 3.11 The manufacturer shall deliver with each Powered Hang Glider a Certificate of Compliance (Annexure – V) stating that the Powered Hang Glider has been manufactured adopting the techniques recommended by the designer / design organization / standard aeronautical practices and the Powered Hang Glider is safe for its intended operations. 3.12 The manufacturer shall maintain records of Powered Hang Gliders produced and details of person/personnel to whom the Powered Hang Glider is sold and provide it to the DGCA when required. 3.13 A permanent placard should be affixed on the Powered Hang Gliders in full view of the occupants and should be worded as: "THE POWERED HANG GLIDER HAS NOT BEEN CERTIFICATED TO INTERNATIONAL AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS.” 3.14 The operator shall maintain the general log-books and documents for engines and airframe of Powered Hang Gliders. 4 REGISTRATION 4.1 All civil Powered Hang Gliders imported into the country or manufactured in India shall be registered in the Civil Register and a Certificate of Registration in respect thereof shall be issued. 4.2 Application for registration of Powered Hang Gliders should be made to the DGCA on the prescribed form CA-28 and shall be accompanied by document specified in Annexure – VI. 4.3 The nationality and registration marking as assigned be painted on the Powered Hang Glider or shall be affixed there to by any other means insuring similar degree of permanence. The guidelines for fixation of nationality and registration markings are detailed in CAR, Section-2, Series-F, Part-I. 3CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 SERIES O PART VI 28TH DECEMBER 2018 4.4 Each Powered Hang Glider registered shall carry an identification plate showing the registration markings, manufacturer's name, Powered Hang Glider serial number and the name and address of the registered owner of the Powered Hang Glider. The plate shall be made of fireproof metal or other fireproof material of suitable physical properties. It shall be secured to the Powered Hang Glider in a prominent position and at a convenient place in order to afford readability when the Powered Hang Glider is stationary. 5 SPECIAL CERTIFICATE OF AIRWORTHINESS 5.1 DGCA may issue a Special C of A in respect of the Powered Hang Glider. Special C of A shall enable the operator to fly Powered Hang Glider within the specified area of operation (Annexure - VII) subject to conditions given therein and in this CAR. Requirements for issue of Special C of A are detailed in CAR, Section -2, Series-F, Part-XXIII. 6 MAINTENANCE 6.1 The routine maintenance of the Powered Hang Glider in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions shall be the responsibility of the operator. The operator shall also be responsible for embodiment of modifications in accordance with the plan prescribed by the manufacturer. If the manufacturer is not existing, the modifications desired by the user shall be approved by the DGCA. 6.2 The pilot shall be responsible for carrying out the pre-flight inspections and the next higher inspections up to the 50 hour schedule, and not fly the Powered Hang Glider in case any abnormality is noticed. After every flight the pilot shall record in the log book any defects noticed during the flight. Before undertaking any flight the pilot shall ensure that the defects recorded in the log book have been attended to and rectified and that the Powered Hang Glider is safe to undertake the flight. 6.3 The higher than 50 hours inspection schedules and overhaul of the Powered Hang Glider, engine and its components shall be carried out by an aircraft maintenance engineer holding a licence in Category ‘A’ or Category ‘B1’ or Category ‘B3’ or an person specially authorised by the Director General. All such persons shall undergo a training under the supervision of manufacturer or an AME or an authorised person. Note: For the authorisation of personal to carry out higher than 50 hours inspection schedules and overhaul of the Powered Hang Glider, DAW will constitute a team of officers for their oral exam to evaluate theoretical and practical knowledge, Upon successfully clearing the oral examination, the a pplicant will be granted the required authorization. 6.4 A log book shall be maintained by the operator in order to keep a record of the flying, modifications and repair work carried out on the Powered Hang Glider. All columns of the log book should be filled up by the pilot and signed by him after every flight. 4CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 SERIES O PART VI 28TH DECEMBER 2018 6.5 Notwithstanding to the above it is the responsibility of the operator to maintain his Powered Hang Glider in a satisfactory manner so as to see that no unsafe condition exists therein. 7 SECURITY 7.1 The Powered Hang Glider shall not be sold or disposed off in any way to any person or firm without production of a certificate issued by DGCA. The certificate shall be granted by DGCA after verifying the antecedents of the prospective buyers from MHA. 7.2 Any person or firm intending to acquire/manufacture or register a Powered Hang Glider is required to obtain security clearance from Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) through DGCA and comply with the requirements specified by MHA. The security and operational requirements of MHA are detailed in A nnexure - XI to this CAR. 7.3 The prospective manufacturer / owner of Powered Hang Glider shall submit duly filled Proforma as specified at Annexure - VIII to this CAR to DGCA HQRS (Directorate of Airworthiness). The request of the applicant for security clearance shall be forwarded to MHA after ensuring that the application is complete in all respect. The applicant will be informed of security clearance from MHA as and when the same is received by DGCA. Note: If applicant is holding valid security clearance for manufacturer / owner of Hot Air Balloon / Microlight aircraft, then he need not to apply afresh for the prospective manufacturer / owner of Powered Hang Glider/Glider. 7.4 Notwithstanding to the above owner/operator of Powered Hang Glider shall comply with the security related directives issued by Ministry of Home Affairs from time to time. 8 OPERATIONAL ASPECTS 8.1 The Powered Hang Glider shall not be used for public transport or aerial work or any commercial activity. However wherever there is a provision for two occupants, one person could be carried for purpose of training, or sports / recreation etc. 8.2 No person shall operate a Powered Hang Glider except in accordance with Visual Flight Rules. 8.3 No person shall operate a Powered Hang Glider at night. 8.4 The Powered Hang Glider shall be operated within the specified area (Annexure - VII) in compliance with the conditions of Special C of A, operational restrictions and other conditions stipulated by the Ministry of Home Affairs in Annexure - XI. 5CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 SERIES O PART VI 28TH DECEMBER 2018 8.5 No person shall operate Powered Hang Glider unless each occupant is secured by a suitable restraining means attached to the primary structure of the Powered Hang Glider to prevent accidental egress from the Powered Hang Glider. 8.6 No person shall operate a Powered Hang Glider unless the occupants are wearing a protective helmet. 8.7 No person shall fly a Powered Hang Glider without being authorised by a DGCA approved examiner/ instructor. The examiner/ instructor shall be a person who has done 25 hours on Powered Hang Glider and has at least 10 hour on dual machine. Such approved examiner/ instructor shall check out and authorize other persons to fly. Note: For the authorisation of examiner/ instructor DAW Regional office will constitute a team of officers for their oral exam to evaluate theoretical and practical knowledge, Upon successfully clearing the oral examination, the a pplicant will be granted the required authorization. 8.8 Powered Hang Gliders are exempt from any VFR instruments as specified in CAR, Section - 2, Series - I, Part - II. However, it is suggested that altimeter, airspeed indicator, and RPM gauge may be installed for safe operation. 8.9 Person conducting test flights of a Powered Hang Glider should - a) Conduct the test over an unpopulated area and in clear airspace, b) Keep a continuous lookout; and c) Stay well clear of cloud. 8.10 The details of flight plan and flying shall be notified by the pilot to the nearby aerodrome, defence establishment and district local authorities concerned as applicable and obtain necessary clearance. 8.11 It is the responsibility of the pilot to ensure that prior to take off the Powered Hang Glider is safe for intended operation; and weight of the fully loaded Powered Hang Glider is within limits. 8.12 Copy of Special C of A shall be provided to AAI by operator for monitoring the flying activities in their area and carried on board. 8.13 Details of approved owners/operators along with copy of Special C of A should be made available to local district administrative authority’s i.e. District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police by regional office to ensure that no breach is done by them. 8.14 The aircraft shall be operated only by the owner in whose name the aircraft is registered and specified on the C of R. (Faiz Ahmed Kidwai) Director General (Civil Aviation) 6ANNEXURE - I Application for Approval of an Organisation for Manufacturing or Assembly of Powered Hang Glider 1. Registered name and address of the organisation: 2. Trade name (if different): 3. Locations for which the approval is applied for: 4. Brief summary of proposed activities at the item 3 addresses - a) General: b) Scope of approval: c) Nature of privileges: 5. Description of organisation: 6. Approximate number of staff engaged or intended to be engaged in the activities: 7. Position and name of the accountable manager: 8. Details of fees paid: Date: (Signature of the accountable Manager) Enclosure(s): i. Copy of company registration certificate ii. Engineering Organisation Manual iii. Fee for Initial Approval / Renewal of approval of Organisation for Manufacturing or Assembly of Power Hang Glider Aircraft , will be charged as per Rule 133(C) of aircraft Rules, 1937 1CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE - II Contents of Engineering Organisation Manual and Production Inspection System Engineering Organisation Manual 1. A statement signed by the owner of the production organisation confirming that the Engineering Organisation and any associated manuals which define the approved organization’s compliance with this CAR will be complied with at all times. 2. The title(s) and names of managers administering the manufacturing activity. 3. The duties and responsibilities of the manager overseeing the manufacturing activities. 4. An organizational chart showing associated chains of responsibility of the managers. 5. A list of certifying staff approved by the organisation. 6. A general description of man-power resources. 7. A general description of the facilities. 8. A general description of the production organization’s scope of work. 9. Description of production inspection system. 10. The procedure for the notification of organizational changes to DGCA. 11. Procedure for the amendment of Engineering organisation manual. Production Inspection System (i) Design and production document issue, approval, or change. (ii) Vendor and subcontractor assessment and control. (iii) Verification of incoming products, parts, materials, and equipment, including items supplied new or used by buyers of products. (iv) Manufacturing processes. (v) Inspection and testing, including production flight tests and certification. (vii) Non-conforming item control. (viii) Identification and traceability. (ix) Records completion and retention. (x) Calibration of tools, jigs, and test equipment. (xi) Personnel qualification and competence. (xii) Handling, storage and packing. (xiii) Internal quality audits and resulting corrective actions. 8CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE - III GROUND TESTS AND FLYING TESTS 1. The components concerned with airworthiness and relevant to safety should be tested by a series of flying tests and ground tests. The program of tests should be mentioned in the Test documents required for registration of the Powered Hang Glider The manufacturer should furnish these documents to the user. 2. The minimum test program should comprise of the following: 2.1 Flying tests for determining - a) Maximum weight performance described in the user's manual. b) Manoeuvrability and stability of Powered Hang Glider in relation to its weight during the following phases of flight: -take-off and landing (with and without power) -climb -level flying -dive -behaviour of the Powered Hang Glider during vibrations. 2.2 Ground tests for determining the technical characteristics of materials used in bending, tension, torsion loads and the scatter factor/margins chosen for taking into account the variation in material characteristics. 2.3 Flying tests or bench tests for determining the behaviour of the engine determined for a fixed period of utilization. 3. The manufacturer shall be responsible for the execution of the test flight program. In case of a Powered Hang Glider imported into India, the owner shall be responsible for conducting the test flights by qualified pilots. 3.1 All test results should be compiled in a statement stating the date and place of the tests carried out along with the parameters which influenced the results. 9CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE - IV USER'S MANUAL (OPERATOR'S HAND-BOOK) The user's manual is mandatory for all Powered Hang Glider of series production. The manual should contain clear and precise instructions which should be clearly followed by the user. In general, the manual should contain description about the following – 1. All necessary details on the operation of Powered Hang Glider and its equipment and information regarding the performance, manoeuvrability and stability of the Powered Hang Glider. 2. Specific operating conditions and the associated limits for the Powered Hang Glider without giving consideration to the type or the runway to be used for the operation. 3. In general, the user's manual should contain paragraphs as per guidelines given below: 3.1 Weight Limitations: 3.1.1 Empty Weight: It is the weight of Powered Hang Glider structure excluding the weight of all removable equipment and usable fuel and oil quantities but including fuel and oil quantities both trapped and unusable. 3.1.2 Maximum All Up Weight: It is the maximum weight to which the Powered Hang Glider has been subjected during flight tests and ground tests. The Max. AUW should be laid down in a way that it is higher than the Powered Hang Glider empty weight together with full fuel and oil tanks and 75 kgs. for each occupant seat. 3.2 Maximum Weight Performance: 3.2.1 Stalling Speed: It is the minimum speed at which level flight can be maintained. 3.2.2 Take off - Take off run - Take off distance (to clear 15 m obstacle) 3.2.3 Climb - Take off climb 10CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 3.2.4 Landing - Landing distance (from 15 m obstacle) - Landing roll 3.2.5 Speed associated with maximum aerodynamic efficiency. 3.3 Manoeuvrability and Stability: 3.3.1 Behaviour of the Powered Hang Glider with respect to weight 3.3.2 Specific headwind/crosswind limits for take-off and landing. 3.4 Structure: 3.4.1 Load factors - negative - positive 3.4.2 Maximum Load - on the movable surface - on the flying controls 3.5 Engine and Propeller: - engine maximum power - duration of maximum power - propeller maximum power - reduction type and ratio of reduction. 3.6 Assembly and Disassembly procedures. 3.7 List of controls and specific operating instructions for each item. 3.8 Fuel. 3.9 List of equipment and instruments including radio and specific instructions for the user on these items. 3.10 Optional equipment : - List of optional equipment - Effect of assembly of optional equipment on the limitations indicated in the manual and associated instructions for use 3.11 Emergency procedures. ANNEXURE - V 11CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE - POWERED HANG GLIDER 1. Registration Mark 2. Type of Powered Hang Glider 3. Manufacturer 4. Empty weight with equipment 5. Maximum all up weight 6. Accommodation (crew + passenger) 7. Engine Type and its serial No. 8. Manufacturer of the engine 9. Power rating 10. Wing Area 11. Span I hereby certify that the above Powered Hang Glider has been manufactured in accordance with the accepted design standards adopting recommended / standard aeronautical engineering practices. I also certify that the flying and ground testing of the Powered Hang Glider has been carried out and the aircraft is declared safe for its intended operations. Date: Authorized Signatory Place: (on behalf of the manufacturer) 12CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE - VI DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR REGISTRATION OF POWERED HANG GLIDER 1. Duly filled Application for registration (form CA-28). 2. Registration fee as per Rule 35 of Aircraft Rules, 1937 in the mode as prescribed by Director General. 3. User's manual as per ANNEXURE - IV. 4. Maintenance manual. 5. An undertaking to the effect that the owner and operator shall be fully responsible for the safe custody, security and access control of the aircraft. 6. Ground Tests and Flying Tests Report as per ANNEXURE – III to which the aircraft conforms. 7. Weight and balance report. 8. Certificate of Compliance as per ANNEXURE - V - certifying that the aircraft has been manufactured following the standard aeronautical manufacturing processes (not required for experimental aircraft) and safe for intended operations. 9. Security Clearance certificate issued by DGCA on the basis of MHA clearance. 10. Para-wise compliance of CAR Section 2 Series O Part VI. 11. Design approval /acceptance for airframe engine combination by AED-DGCA. 12. Manufacturing approval for airframe engine combination by DAW-DGCA (If glider is manufactured in India). 13. Customs clearance certificate / bill of entry of the aircraft (if the Glider is imported) 14. An evidence to the effect that the Glider has been purchased or wholly owned by the applicant. For this purpose, a copy of invoice shall be accepted. 15. For Glider purchased from a previous owner, an affidavit as required. 13CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 16. A copy of the import license issued by Director General Foreign Trade or permission for import issued by the Ministry of Civil Aviation/DGCA. Where the Glider is imported for private use, it will be registered in the name of the person or company to whom the import license has been issued. 14CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE – VII LIST OF IDENTIFIED AREA FOR OPERATION OF POWERED HANG GLIDER Northern India S. No. Name of Place Area of Operation Co ordinates 26° 49' 27" N 1. Rajasthan Jaipur 75° 48' 43" E 29° 18' 15" N 2. Uttarakhand Sakkhanpur Farm 79° 03' 05" E Pant Nagar 29° 01' 51" N 3. Uttarakhand Aerodrome 79° 28' 23" E 26° 45' 14" N 4. Uttar Pradesh Manakapur 82° 09' 01" E Southern India Name of S. No. Area of Operation Co ordinates place 17° 43' 41" N 1. Hyderabad Mulugu Village 78° 42' 02" E 2. Karnataka Jakkur Airfield 13° 04' 38" N 77° 35' 48" E 3. Coorg, Choudigudi Estate 12° 07' 25" N Karnataka 76° 03' 42" E 4. Salem, Tamil Pullagoundanpatti 11° 28' 49" N Nadu 77° 43' 19" E 5. Karnataka Ganimangala 12° 13' 02" N Village 76° 37' 33" E 6. Munnar, Devikulam 10° 03' 23" N Kerala 77° 07' 11" E 7. Kerala Idukki 09° 55' 08" N 77° 06' 08" E 8. Erode, Nambiyur 11° 21' 28" N Tamilnadu 77° 19' 14" E Rev. 2, 15th October 2022 15CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 9. Mandakali, Mysore Airfield 12° 13' 48" N Mysore 76° 39' 21" E 10. Karnataka Gundlupete 11° 48' 30" N 76° 41' 33" E 11. Coimbatore, Chettipalayam 10° 54' 47" N Tamil Nadu 77° 02' 12" E 12. Tamil Nadu Vellore 12° 54' 31" N 79° 04' 00" E 13. Karnataka Baldota Koppal 15° 21’ 36.35” N 76° 13’ 12.19” E 14. Karnataka Bengre Village, 14° 02’ 52” N Murdeshwar, 74° 30’ 09” E Bhatkal Taluk Eastern and North-Eastern India S. No. Name of Place Area of Operation Co ordinates 1. Sonapur, Betkuchi 26° 08' 29" N Assam 91° 57' 17" E Western India S. No. Name of Place Area of Operation Co ordinates 15° 37' 24" N 1. Goa Morjim 73° 43' 48" E Burhannagar, Burhannagar, 19° 07' 09" N 2. Ahmednagar Ahmednagar 74° 46' 18" E 22° 46' 26" N 3. Gujarat Surendranagar 71° 40' 02" E 21° 08' 44" N 4. Maharashtra Nagpur 79° 05' 17" E 20° 53' 48 " N 5. Maharashtra Amravati 77° 46' 30" E Maharashtra Satara 17° 40' 49" N 6. 74° 01' 05" E Maharashtra Aurangabad 19° 57' 00" N 7. 75° 15' 00" E Gujarat Gandhi Nagar 23° 12' 33" N 8. 72° 38' 59" E Note: The above List of Identified Area for Operation of Powered Hang Glider excludes the restricted areas notified by various Government Agencies. Rev. 2, 15th October 2022 16CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE - VIII APPLICATION FOR SECURITY CLEARENCE- FOR OWNED & OPERATE PHG WARNING: SUPPRESSION OF MATERIAL OR FACTUAL INFORMATION IN THIS FORM SHALL BE A DISQUALIFICATION. 1. (a) Name of Applicant in full (in block letters) Surname Name Aliases, if any (b) Parentage : Surname Name Aliases, if any 2. Present address in full, including Police Station: 3. (a) Permanent address in full, including Police Station: (b) If originally a resident of a country other than India, address in that country and the date of migration to India: 4. Nationality : 5. Date and place of birth, with full address: 6. Profession/occupation after the age of 18 years : 7. Particulars of places, with full address, where the applicant has resided for more than a year during the preceding ten years: 8. a) Particulars of relatives - Indian and non-Indians working in foreign Missions, foreign organisations including foreign concerns, with full details : (b) Particulars of relatives living abroad with their full address: 9. Is the applicant or any of his relatives a member of social or cultural organisation which is associated with or assisted by a foreign Mission or organisation? 10. Has the applicant visited a foreign country recently if so, details thereof? 11. Has the applicant ever been arrested, prosecuted, kept under detention, or convicted by a court? Give details : 12. Security Clearance from Local Police Authority (Police Verification): 17CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 13. Area of operation of Powered Hang Glider as per Annexure-VII of this CAR: 14. The NOC from the owner of the coordinate as mentioned in point 13. Certified that the information furnished in this proforma is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I am aware that furnishing of wrong information or suppression of factual or material information will dis-entitle me from grant of the licence/permit. Date: Place: Signature of the Applicant Note: The application (4 sets in original) along with documentary proofs of items at S.No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,12 and 14 are required to be submitted by the applicant. APPLICATION FOR SECURITY CLEARENCE- FOR INCLUSION OF CO- ORDINATES IN ANNEXURE VII WARNING: SUPPRESSION OF MATERIAL OR FACTUAL INFORMATION IN THIS FORM SHALL BE A DISQUALIFICATION. 1. (a) Name of Applicant in full (in block letters) Surname Name Aliases, if any (b) Parentage : 18CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 Surname Name Aliases, if any 2. Present address in full, including Police Station: 3. (a) Permanent address in full, including Police Station: (b) If originally a resident of a country other than India, address in that country and the date of migration to India: 4. Nationality : 5. Date and place of birth, with full address: 6. Profession/occupation after the age of 18 years : 7. Particulars of places, with full address, where the applicant has resided for more than a year during the preceding ten years: 8 a) Particulars of relatives - Indian and non-Indians working in foreign Missions, foreign organisations including foreign concerns, with full details : (b) Particulars of relatives living abroad with their full address: 9. Is the applicant or any of his relatives a member of social or cultural organisation which is associated with or assisted by a foreign Mission or organisation? 10.Has the applicant visited a foreign country recently if so, details thereof? 11. Has the applicant ever been arrested, prosecuted, kept under detention, or convicted by a court? Give details : 12. Security Clearance from Local Police Authority (Police Verification): 13. Prosed Area of operation for inclusion in Annexure-VII of this CAR : Certified that the information furnished in this proforma is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I am aware that furnishing of wrong information or suppression of factual or material information will dis-entitle me from grant of the licence/permit. Date: 19CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 Place: Signature of the Applicant Note: The application (4 sets in original) along with documentary proofs of items at S.No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,12 and 13 are required to be submitted by the applicant. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR Inclusion of Coordinates in Annexure-VII of this CAR i. NOC of the Co-ordinates from Airport Authority of India (AAI). ii. NOC of the Co-ordinates from Ministry of Defence (if there is any defence establishment nearby). iii. NOC of the Co-ordinates from the State Government /Private Owner of land. iv. NOC of the Co-ordinates from Forest and Animal Welfare Department (if there is any Reserve forest/National Park/ Bird Sanctuary nearby). v. Evidence (copy of land documents) as the property owned by applicant. 20CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE - IX GOVERNMENT OF INDIA C.A.-25A (PHG) DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CERTIFICATE OF AIRWORTHINESS FOR POWERED HANG GLIDER 1. Name and Address of owner 2. Nationality 3. Name and address of applicant (if other than the owner of aircraft) 4. Name and address of manufacturer 5. Date of manufacture 6. State of design 7. Registration Mark 8. Description of aircraft (a) New or used (f) Number of engines fitted (b) Type (g) Type of propeller (where applicable) (c) Series (h) Passenger seating capacity (d) Manufacturer's (i) Avionics installed. serial number (e) Type of engine (j) Minimum crew required (As per manufacturers document) 9. Maximum take-off mass of aircraft (as given in manufacturers document) 10. Total number of hours flown since manufacture: (a) Aircraft…………….…hours…………… (b) Engine in hours/cycle cycles (if applicable) Port ……………..………(inboard) …………………(outboard) Starboard ………………(inboard) ……………(outboard) 11. Date of last inspection: 12. Is the aircraft: (Applicable for aircraft manufactured in India) a) a prototype, b) Series aircraft 13. (Applicable for foreign manufactured aircraft) (a) State of Origin of Special Certificate of Airworthiness presented (b) Serial Number of the Special Certificate of Airworthiness presented (c) Special C of A category: 21CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 (Refer Para 3 of the CAR, Section-2, Series-F, Part-XXIII for Categories of Special C of A) 14. Name and address of Organisation/ Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Personnel with whom aircraft is available for inspection 15.Area of operation of Powered Hang Glider as per Annexure-VII of this CAR 16. Name and Licence Nos. of pilots who may fly this ( Powered Hang Glider pilot licence holders) 17. Purpose for which the Powered Hang Glider may fly 18. Details of fees paid 19. Certificate of Insurance 19. 20. DECLARATION I hereby declare that the particulars entered on this application and the appendix is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I am aware of the rules and regulations promulgated by the DGCA for the operation and maintenance of Powered Hang Glider and undertake to abide by them. Date: Signature: Name: Note: Documents which must accompany an application for the issue of a Special Certificate of Airworthiness for the Power Hang Glider Aircraft - 1. Details of aircraft as per Appendix to C.A.-25A(PHG). 2. Certificate of Erection signed by an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer holding current Indian A.M.E. License in Category 'A' confirming that aircraft has been assembled as per manufacturer's instructions. 3. Certificate of Flight Test signed by a pilot holding a current C.P.L. and specially authorized by DGCA, quoting DGCA authorization number and date. 4. Document certifying the clearance of area of operation from AAI/appropriate ATC authority. 5. Operator's hand book or aircraft flight manual. 6. Security Program approved by BCAS for security oversight. 7. Any other documents as required in CAR, Section 2, Series-O, Part-VI and CAR, Section 2, Series-F, Part-XXIII, if applicable. 22CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 APPENDIX TO C.A.-25A(PHG) DETAILS OF AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT INSTALLED IN THE AIRCRAFT : 1. Main batteries: a) Nickel/ Cadmium b) Lead/ Acid c) Number fitted 2. Portable fire extinguishers 3. Fuel quantity indicating system 4. Anti-collision lighting a) Rotating beacons b) Strobe lights 5.Type of Compass: 6. OTHER INFORMATION 7. State total fuel capacity kg 8. Give details of equipment (other than that listed above) which has been introduced by modification action (state manufacturer and type) 9. Give details of changes, if any, introduced in the Flight Operating Handbook a result of modification action Note: All items should be completed as appropriate; in cases where items are not relevant, the words "Not applicable" should be entered. Date: Signature: Designation: 23CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE – X सं० / No.: ना०वि०- २४ / C.A.-24 भारत / INDIA नागर विमानन महाननदेशालय / DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION विशशष्ट उड़नयोग्यता प्रमाण पत्र / SPECIAL CERTIFICATE OF AIRWORTHINESS राष्रीयता तथा पंजीकरण चिन्ह विमान का ननमााता तथा विमान ननमाता ा द्िारा विमान क्रम सख्ं या / / Nationality and विमान को ददया गया नाम / Manufacturer and Aircraft Serial No. Registration Mark Manufacturer's Designation of Aircraft VT - िग ा/ Category न्यूनतम कमी दल / Minimum Crew Necessary प्राचिकृत अचिकतम कुल भार / Maximum All-Up-Weight Authorized इस विमान का परिचालन इस विमान के सम्बन्ध में जािी की गयी अनुमोदित उड़ान ननयमािली तथा उसमे ककये गए उत्तििती संशोधनों के अनसु ाि ककया जायेगा । िह उड़ान ननयमािली इस उड़नयोग्यता प्रमाण पत्र का एक भाग समझी जायेगी तथा विमान में जायेगी । / This aircraft is to be operated in accordance with the approved Flight Manual and its subsequent amendments, issued in respect of this aircraft. The Flight Manual shall form a part of this C of A and shall be carried on board. यह उड़नयोग्यता प्रमाण पत्र, उपयक्ुु त विमान जजसे पूिोक्त शतों तथा सम्बद्ध परिचालन परिसीमाओं के अनुरूप सांधारित औि प्रचाललत ककय ेजान ेपि उड़नयोग्य समझा जाता है; उसके ललए ०७ दिसंबि, १९४४ के अतं िाुष्ट्रीय नागि विमानन विषयक अलभसमय तथा समय-समय पि यथा सशं ोधधत विमान ननयमािली, १९३७ के अनसु ाि जािी ककया जाता है। / This Certificate of Airworthiness is issued pursuant to the Convention on International Civil Aviation dated the 7th December, 1944 and the Aircraft Rules, 1937 as amended from time to time, in respect of the above mentioned aircraft which is considered to be airworthy when maintained and operated in accordance with the foregoing and the pertinent Operation Limitations. ऊपि के अनतरिक्त इस पि ननम्न प्रनतबन्ध लागू होते ह ैं/ In addition to above the following restrictions apply – 1. 2. 3. यदि उपिोक्त अननिाय ुशतें पूिी कि िी गयी हैं तो यह प्रमाण पत्र इस पि िी गयी तािीख तक िैद्य िहेगा बशते कक उससे पूि ुइस े िापस नहीं ले ललया जाता अथिा ननलंबबत नहीं कि दिया जाता । This certificate shall remain valid subjected to the above compulsory conditions being fulfilled until the date shown, unless withdrawn, or suspended earlier. हस्ताक्षर / Signature: जारी करन ेका ददनांक / Date of issue: नाम / Name: स्थान / Place: नई ददल्ली / NEW DELHI पदनाम/मुहर / Designation/Seal: यह प्रमाण पत्र नीिे दी गयी अिचि के शलए िैद्य है / This Certificate is हस्ताक्षर, सरकारी मुहर तथा ददनांक valid for the period shown below - Signature, Official Stamp and Date 24CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 से / From तक / To A . CONDITIONS OF THE SPECIAL C of A 1. Powered Hang Glider shall be flown in accordance with the operating requirements laid down in the aircraft Rules, 1937 and instructions issued by the DGCA from time to time. 2. Powered Hang Glider shall be operated only by the owner named overleaf. However, in case of approved flying training organizations, Powered Hang Glider may be operated as authorized by the chief flight instructor. 3. Powered Hang Glider shall not be used for public transport or aerial work or any commercial activity. 4. Powered Hang Glider shall be flown by appropriately licensed pilots only. 5. A placard shall be affixed to Powered Hang Glider in full view of the occupants and shall be worded as “Powered Hang Glider has not been certified to international airworthiness requirements” 6. A Special C of A is valid for one year and may be renewed for a further period of one year on the recommendation of an appropriately licensed AME/authorized person. B. LIMITATIONS 1. Powered Hang Glider must be operated in compliance with the following operating limitation which shall be displayed in the pilot’s cockpit by means of placards or instrument markings: a) Aerobatics and intentional spinning is prohibited b) Aerobatics Limitation c) Loading Limitation d) Maximum total weight authorized in kgs. e) C.G. range limit inches to inches after the datum point f) Maximum Engine RPM: Maximum Engine RPM for continuous engine operation g) Airspeed Limitation h) Maximum indicated airspeed MPH (knots) C. OTHER LIMITATION 1. Powered Hang Glider shall be flown under Visual Flight Rules only. 2. Smoking in the aircraft is prohibited. 25CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 D. SECURITY 1. Security measures approved by BCAS shall be adopted at the place of parking as well as at the place of operation before each flight by the owner / operator and ensure safe custody, security and access control of Powered Hang Glider. 2. The operator shall maintain Log Book relating to the operations and submit the same to the office of District Magistrate on quarterly basis. 3. The owner / operator shall not lease/ renting / lend the Powered Hang Glider to anyone. 4. No Powered Hang Glider shall carry any remote sensing appurtenances / weapon / photography/ video recording equipment without the express permission of MHA except those equipment required for the safe operation of the aircraft or specified in this CAR. 5. Powered Hang Glider shall not be sold or disposed of in any way to any person or firm without production of a security clearance certificate issued by the DGCA on the basis of MHA clearance E. EQUIPMENT 1. The tracking and communication equipment fitted on Powered Hang Glider shall be serviceable during the operation. F. OPERATIONAL RESTRICTIONS 1. The Powered Hang Glider shall be operated within the area specified in Annexure-VII of this CAR and registered by the owner / operator with the local authorities. 2. Powered Hang Glider shall be parked at the designated airports/ approved places only. 26CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE – XI MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS – REQUIREMENTS A. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: 1. Security program of the Powered Hang Glider owner / operator shall be submitted to BCAS and approved by BCAS for security oversight before issue of Special C of A. 2. Security measures approved by BCAS shall be adopted at the place of parking as well as at the place of operation before each flight by the owner / operator and is responsible for the safe custody, security and access control of the aircraft. 3. The operator shall maintain Log Book relating to the operations and submit the same to the office of District Magistrate on quarterly basis. 4. Details of approved owners / operators along with copy of Special C of A should be made available to local district authorities by the respective regional office of DGCA i.e. District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police to monitor the activity. 5. The owner / operator shall not lease/ rent / lend the Powered Hang Glider.to anyone. 6. No Powered Hang Glider shall carry any remote sensing appurtenances / weapon / photography/ video recording equipment without the express permission of MHA except those equipment required for the safe operation of the aircraft or specified in this CAR. 7. The Powered Hang Glider shall not be sold or disposed of in any way to any person or firm without production of a security clearance certificate issued by the DGCA on the basis of MHA clearance. 8. Local Police shall ensure that no security breach has been committed by the operator. B. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS: The Powered Hang Glider shall be fitted with a - (1) GPS system capable of transmitting its position at all time and facilitate the aircraft position tracking and monitoring. (2) Two way communication system capable establishing communication with the local / district administrative authorities and aerodrome where applicable. 27CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 C. OPERATIONAL RESTRICTIONS: 1. The Powered Hang Glider shall be operated within the area specified in Annexure - VII of this CAR, Annexure – XIII of CAR Sec 2 Series F Part XIV and Annexure – II of CAR Sec 2 Series F Part XV only. 2. The maximum range of operations shall be restricted to Horizontal Range of 100 km from the permitted place of operation and Vertical range of 5000 feet above the ground level. 3. The Powered Hang Glider shall be parked at the designated airports/ approved places only. 4. Copy of Special C of A should be forwarded to the district administration and/or AAI for monitoring the flying activities in their area. 5. The Area of operation of Powered Hang Glider other than those mentioned in this CAR (as mentioned in point no. 1 of this para i.e. Annexure – XIII of CAR Sec 2 Series F Part XIV and Annexure – II of CAR Sec 2 Series F Part XV) require clearance from Local Administration and Police. D. PENALTIES: 1. Breach of compliance to any of the requirements would attract penal action including imposition of penalties. 2. Breach if any is noticed by MHA/any Govt. Authority, the same shall be intimated to the Authority concerned for taking necessary action including imposition of penalties under the applicable statutory provisions. 28CIVIL AVIATION REQIREMENT SECTION 2 – AIRWORTHINESS SERIES O PART VI 28th DECEMBER, 2018 ANNEXURE – XII GOVERNMENT OF INDIA C.A.-25AA (PHG) CIVIL AVIATION DEPARTMENT APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF SPECIAL CERTIFICATE OF AIRWORTHINESS FOR POWER HANG GLIDER AIRCRAFT Renewal of Special Certificate of Airworthiness in respect of “VT –” Special Certificate of Special Certificate of Airworthiness No. Airworthiness expiry date Section 1: Particulars of Applicant Name of applicant (in full) Address Name of approved organization/licensed aircraft maintenance personnel with whom aircraft is available for inspection Address Section 2: Aircraft Specifications Type Serial No. Total Hours Landings Aircraft Flight Hours Date of last Components Type Serial No. since O/H O/H Engine 1. 2. Propeller 1. 2. Section 3: Availability of Aircraft for Inspection 1. We wish inspection of aircraft on one of the 2. following dates: 3. Section 4: Fees I hereby declare that the particulars entered on this application is accurate in every respect and that all the requirements of the approved maintenance schedule, appropriate mandatory modifications/ Airworthiness Directives (or equivalent notices) and special inspections have been complied with. Date of Application: Signature of Applicant(s) ***** 29

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