SEO Title
EU: Techs, Not Pilots, Update Nav Databases
Subtitle
The rules for aircraft registered in the European Union require that technicians perform database updates on aircraft that weigh more than 6,020 pounds.
Subject Area
Business Aviation
Channel
Regulations and Government
Teaser Text
The rules for aircraft registered in the European Union require that technicians perform database updates on aircraft that weigh more than 6,020 pounds.
Content Body

The rules for aircraft registered in the European Union require that technicians perform database updates on aircraft that weigh more than 6,020 pounds. Pilots are allowed to update databases for instrument panel-mounted navigation systems on privately owned aircraft (including helicopters and gliders) that weigh less than 6,020 pounds, and the pilot must own or be joint owner of the aircraft, according to regulation 2042/2003 Part M.

Expert Opinion
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AIN Story ID
074aEUPerspectiveAINDec11
Writer(s) - Credited
Matt Thurber
Content Label
Regulations and Government
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