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ANNEX IIU.K.AUTHORITY REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR OPERATIONS[PART-ARO]

SUBPART RAMPRAMP INSPECTIONS OF AIRCRAFT OF OPERATORS UNDER THE REGULATORY OVERSIGHT OF ANOTHER STATEU.K.

ARO.RAMP.005ScopeU.K.

This Subpart establishes the requirements to be followed by the [F1CAA] when exercising its tasks and responsibilities regarding the performance of ramp inspections of aircraft used by third country operators F2... when landed at aerodromes located in the [F3United Kingdom].

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F2Words in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.005 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 356(2)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

ARO.RAMP.100GeneralU.K.

(a)Aircraft, as well as their crew, shall be inspected against the applicable requirements.U.K.
(b)In addition to conducting ramp inspections included in its oversight programme established in accordance with ARO.GEN.305, the [F4CAA] shall perform a ramp inspection of an aircraft suspected of not being compliant with the applicable requirements.U.K.

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(c)Within the development of the oversight programme established in accordance with ARO.GEN.305, the [F5CAA] shall establish an annual programme for the conduct of ramp inspections of aircraft. This programme shall:U.K.
(1)

be based on a calculation methodology that takes into account historical information on the number and nature of operators and their number of landings at its aerodromes, as well as safety risksF6...

(2)

F7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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F6Word in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.100(c)(1) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 356(3)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

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F8(d). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.

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F9ARO.RAMP.105

(a)F9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.
(b)F9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.
(c)F9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.

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[F10ARO.RAMP.106Alcohol testingU.K.

(a)The CAA’s programme of ramp inspections shall include arrangements for alcohol testing on flight crew members and cabin crew members, based on random selection or on reasonable suspicion that the individual is under the influence or in excess of the prescribed limit of alcohol.U.K.
(b)The procedures for alcohol testing shall meet recognised quality standards that ensure accurate testing results and these procedures and quality standards shall be detailed in guidance published by the CAA.U.K.
(c)A flight crew member or cabin crew member:U.K.
(i)

who refuses to cooperate with alcohol testing; or

(ii)

whose alcohol test produces a reading in excess of the prescribed limit of alcohol,

shall not be allowed to continue their duties on the flight in question.

(d)When alcohol test data is included in the EASA centralised database in accordance with ARO.RAMP.145, the CAA shall ensure that any personal data of the crew member is excluded.U.K.
(e)“prescribed limit of alcohol” means:U.K.
(i)

in the case of breath, 9 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres,

(ii)

in the case of blood, 20 milligrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres, and

(iii)

in the case of urine, 27 milligrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres.]

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ARO.RAMP.110Collection of informationU.K.

The [F11CAA] shall collect and process any information deemed useful for conducting ramp inspections.

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ARO.RAMP.115Qualification of ramp inspectorsU.K.

(a)The [F12CAA] shall have qualified inspectors to conduct ramp inspections.U.K.

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(b)Ramp inspectors shall:U.K.
(1)

possess the necessary aeronautical education or practical knowledge relevant to their area(s) of inspection;

(2)

have successfully completed:

(i)

appropriate specific theoretical and practical training, in one or more of the following areas of inspection:

(A)

flight deck;

(B)

cabin safety;

(C)

aircraft condition;

(D)

cargo;

(ii)

appropriate on-the-job training delivered by a senior ramp inspector appointed by the [F13CAA];

(3)

[F14maintain the validity of their qualification by undergoing recurrent training and by performing a minimum of 12 inspections per calendar year.]

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F13Word in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.115(b)(2)(ii) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 356(6)(b) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(c)The training in (b)(2)(i) shall be delivered by the [F15CAA] or by any training organisation approved in accordance with ARO.RAMP.120(a).U.K.

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(d)The [F16CAA] shall develop and maintain training syllabi and promote the organisation of training courses and workshops for inspectors to improve the understanding and uniform implementation of this Subpart.U.K.

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F17(e). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.

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ARO.RAMP.120Approval of training organisationsU.K.

(a)The [F18CAA] shall approve a training organisation, having its principal place of business in the [F19United Kingdom], when satisfied that the training organisation:U.K.
(1)

has nominated a head of training possessing sound managerial capability to ensure that the training provided is in compliance with the applicable requirements;

(2)

has available training facilities and instructional equipment suitable for the type of training provided;

(3)

provides training in accordance with the syllabi developed by the [F20CAA] in accordance with ARO.RAMP.115(d);

(4)

uses qualified training instructors.

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F21(b). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.

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(c)The training organisation shall be approved to provide one or more of the following types of training:U.K.
(1)

initial theoretical training;

(2)

initial practical training;

(3)

recurrent training.

ARO.RAMP.125Conduct of ramp inspectionsU.K.

[F14(a) Ramp inspections shall be performed in a standardised manner.] U.K.
(b)When performing a ramp inspection, the inspector(s) shall make all possible efforts to avoid an unreasonable delay of the aircraft inspected.U.K.
[F14(c) On completion of the ramp inspection, the pilot-in-command or, in his/her absence, another flight crew member or a representative of the operator shall be informed of the ramp inspection's results.] U.K.

ARO.RAMP.130Categorisation of findingsU.K.

For each inspection item, three categories of possible non-compliance with the applicable requirements are defined as findings. Such findings shall be categorised as follows:

(1)

a category 3 finding is any detected significant non-compliance with the applicable requirements or the terms of a certificate that has a major influence on safety;

(2)

a category 2 finding is any detected non-compliance with the applicable requirements or the terms of a certificate that has a significant influence on safety;

(3)

a category 1 finding is any detected non-compliance with the applicable requirements or the terms a certificate that has a minor influence on safety.

ARO.RAMP.135Follow-up actions on findingsU.K.

(a)For a category 2 or 3 finding the [F22CAA], shall:U.K.
(1)

communicate the finding in writing to the operator, including a request for evidence of corrective actions taken; and

(2)

inform the [F23aviation authority] of the State of the operator and, where relevant, the State in which the aircraft is registered and where the licence of the flight crew was issued. Where appropriate, the [F24CAA] shall request confirmation of their acceptance of the corrective actions taken by the operator in accordance with ARO.GEN.350 or ARO.GEN.355.

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(b)In addition to (a), in the case of a category 3 finding, the [F25CAA] shall take immediate steps by:U.K.
(1)

imposing a restriction on the aircraft flight operation;

(2)

requesting immediate corrective actions;

(3)

grounding the aircraft in accordance with ARO.RAMP.140; or

(4)

[F26suspending permission under article 255(3) of the Air Navigation Order 2016 and recommending to the Secretary of State that the relevant operator be included on the United Kingdom safety list in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 2111/2005] in accordance with Article 6 of Regulation (EC) No 2111/2005.

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F26Words in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.135(b)(4) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 356(8)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

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F27(c). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.

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ARO.RAMP.140Grounding of aircraftU.K.

(a)In the case of a category 3 finding where it appears that the aircraft is intended or is likely to be flown without completion by the operator or owner of the appropriate corrective action, the [F28CAA] shall:U.K.
(1)

notify the pilot-in-command/commander or the operator that the aircraft is not permitted to commence the flight until further notice; and

(2)

ground that aircraft.

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(b)The [F29CAA] shall immediately inform the [F30aviation authority] of the State of the operator and of the State in which the aircraft is registered, if relevantF31....U.K.

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F31Words in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.140(b) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 356(9)(b)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(c)The [F32CAA] shall, in coordination with the State of the operator or the State of Registry, prescribe the necessary conditions under which the aircraft can be allowed to take-off.U.K.

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(d)If the non-compliance affects the validity of the certificate of airworthiness of the aircraft, the grounding shall only be lifted by the [F33CAA] when the operator shows evidence that:U.K.
(1)

compliance with the applicable requirements has been re-established;

(2)

F34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(3)

a permit-to-fly or equivalent document of the State of Registry or the State of the operator F35...; and

(4)

permission from third countries which will be overflown, if applicable.

Textual Amendments

F35Words in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.140(d)(3) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 356(9)(d)(iii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

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ARO.RAMP.145ReportingU.K.

(a)Information collected in accordance with ARO.RAMP.125(a) shall be entered into the [F36database maintained by the European Aviation Safety Agency and used by the CAA in accordance with working arrangements established in accordance with article 90(2) of Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 (“the EASA centralised database”)] F37..., within 21 calendar days after the inspection.U.K.

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F36Words in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.145(a) substituted (20.11.2021) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2021 (S.I. 2021/1203), regs. 1(2), 10(2)(b)(i)

F37Words in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.145(a) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 356(10)(a)(ii) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(b)The [F38CAA] shall enter into the [F39EASA centralised database] any information useful for the application of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its Implementing Rules and for the accomplishment by the [F40CAA] of the tasks assigned to it by this Annex, including the relevant information referred to in ARO.RAMP.110.U.K.

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F39Words in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.145(b) substituted (20.11.2021) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2021 (S.I. 2021/1203), regs. 1(2), 10(2)(b)(ii)

F41(c). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.

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(d)Whenever information concerning aircraft deficiencies is given by a person to the [F42CAA], the information referred to in ARO.RAMP.110 and ARO.RAMP.125(a) shall be de-identified regarding the source of such information.U.K.

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F43ARO.RAMP.150

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ARO.RAMP.155Annual reportU.K.

The [F44CAA] shall prepare and submit to the [F45Secretary of State] an annual report on the ramp inspection system containing at least the following information:

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(a)

status of the progress of the system;

(b)

status of the inspections performed in the year;

(c)

analysis of the inspection results with indication of the categories of findings;

(d)

actions taken during the year;

(e)

proposals for further improving the ramp inspection system; and

(f)

annexes containing lists of inspections sorted out by State of operation, aircraft type, operator and ratios per item.

ARO.RAMP.160Information to the public F46...U.K.

F47(a). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.K.

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(b)The [F48CAA] shall publish an aggregated information report annually that shall be available to the public containing the analysis of the information received in accordance with ARO.RAMP.145. The report shall be simple and easy to understand, and the source of the information shall be de-identified.U.K.

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F46Words in Annex 2 point ARO.RAMP.160 heading omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Safety (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/645), regs. 1, 356(13)(a) (with Sch. 3) (as amended by S.I. 2019/1098, regs. 1(3), 12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)