Air Operator's Certificate & AMOS (CASR 119/121)
Commercial air transport operators need an Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) under CASR Parts 119/121, plus an AMOS and a safety management system.
Who must comply
Commercial air transport operators.
What triggers it
Commercial air transport operations.
When due
Continuous.
Evidence required
AOC, operations manual, SMS documentation, maintenance records, pilot training records.
Max penalty
Strict liability penalties; AOC suspension/cancellation
Summary
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations Parts 119, 121, 135 require commercial air transport operators to hold an Air Operator's Certificate, implement a documented SMS, comply with operations manual, fatigue rules, maintenance program, and pilot training/checking.
Enforced by
Source legislation
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Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with Air Operator's Certificate & AMOS (CASR 119/121)?
- Commercial air transport operators.
- What triggers Air Operator's Certificate & AMOS (CASR 119/121)?
- Commercial air transport operations.
- When is Air Operator's Certificate & AMOS (CASR 119/121) due?
- Continuous.
- What is the maximum penalty for Air Operator's Certificate & AMOS (CASR 119/121)?
- Strict liability penalties; AOC suspension/cancellation
- What evidence is required for Air Operator's Certificate & AMOS (CASR 119/121)?
- AOC, operations manual, SMS documentation, maintenance records, pilot training records.
Source: https://casa.gov.au/standard-page/safety-management-systems. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.