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CASR Part 60
Synthetic Training Devices

Part 60 was developed to update, consolidate and replace current rules found in Civil Aviation Order (CAO) 45.0, and documents, FSD-1 and FSD-2, that define requirements for flight simulators and synthetic trainers. Part 60 prescribes the rules for the manufacture, supply, and use of Synthetic Training Devices (STDs), a term which covers a broader range of devices.

Part 60 will allow pilots training in Australia to use a wider range of training aids. Previously pilots were permitted to use an actual aircraft, an approved flight simulator or synthetic trainer. The provisions in the Part will allow pilots to use an aircraft or the choice of STDs.

Regulations

Part 60 - Synthetic training devices (175kb) – prepared by CASA's Drafting and Commercial Branch, Legal Services Group for information purposes only. It is not the official version of the legislation.

Complete CASRs – produced by the Attorney General's Department.

Manual of Standards (MOS)

Version 1.1: June 2008

On-line version - Acrobat files with hyperlinks to regulations and other relevant documents

Complete Manual - (583kb) download or print. Hyperlinks within this file do not work.

To order a paper copy of the Manual of Standards go to the CASA on-line store and click on the link 'CASA MANUALS' .
If you prefer not to use the on-line store, you can download the catalog and fax or mail your order.
CASA catalog and order form.

Advisory Circulars

AC 60-1(0) - Flight Simulator Evaluations (49kb, September 2003)

AC 60-2(1) - Flight Simulator Approvals (25kb, May 2007)

AC 60-3(0) - Validation Tests - Guidance Material (142kb, September 2003)

AC 60-4(0) - Flight Training Devices (48kb, September 2003)

Operational Standards and Requirements - Approved Synthetic Trainers (FSD-2)

Standards and requirements for the approval of synthetic trainers utilised by Australian flight crew licence holders.

CASA procedure manual - Operational Standards and Requirements - Approved Synthetic Trainers (FSD-2)