--- title: "UAM.OP.VCA.050 – UAM.OP.MVCA.295: SUBPART B — OPERATING PROCEDURES (Part-IAM) — rule index · Avioverse" description: "UAM.OP.VCA.050 – UAM.OP.MVCA.295, Regulation (EU) No 965/2012. This Section establishes the requirements for IAM operations with VTOL-capable aircraft…" url: "https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b" --- # SUBPART B — OPERATING PROCEDURES ANNEX IX (Part-IAM) · Air Operations · Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 · UAM.OP.VCA.050 – UAM.OP.MVCA.295 On this page 1. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.050 Scope](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-050) This Section establishes the requirements for IAM operations with VTOL-capable aircraft (VCA). 2. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.101 Altimeter check and altimeter settings](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-101) The IAM operator shall establish procedures for altimeter checking before each departure. 3. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.125 Taxiing and ground movement](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-125) The IAM operator shall establish standard and contingency procedures for the taxiing of VCA (in the air and on the ground) and for the movement of VCA on… [AMC1 UAM.OP.VCA.125 Taxiing and ground movement](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-125#amc1-uam-op-vca-125) [AMC2 UAM.OP.VCA.125 Taxiing and ground movement](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-125#amc2-uam-op-vca-125) [AMC3 UAM.OP.VCA.125 Taxiing and ground movement](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-125#amc3-uam-op-vca-125) [GM1 UAM.OP.VCA.125 Taxiing and ground movement](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-125#gm1-uam-op-vca-125) 4. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.130 Noise-abatement procedures](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-130) When developing operating procedures, the IAM operator shall take into account the need to minimise the effect of noise and any published noise-abatement… 5. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.135 Routes and areas of operation](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-135) The IAM operator shall ensure that operations are only conducted along routes or within areas for which: [AMC1 UAM.OP.VCA.135 Routes and areas of operation](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-135#amc1-uam-op-vca-135) [GM1 UAM.OP.VCA.135 Routes and areas of operation](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-135#gm1-uam-op-vca-135) 6. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.145 Establishment of minimum flight altitudes](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-145) For all route segments to be flown, the IAM operator shall establish: [AMC1 UAM.OP.VCA.145 Establishment of minimum flight altitudes](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-145#amc1-uam-op-vca-145) 7. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.190 Fuel/energy scheme – general](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-190) The IAM operator shall establish, implement and maintain a fuel/energy scheme that comprises policies and procedures for: [GM1 UAM.OP.VCA.190 Fuel/energy scheme — general](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-190#gm1-uam-op-vca-190) 8. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme – fuel/energy planning and fuel/energy in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191) The IAM operator shall ensure that: the VCA carries a sufficient amount of usable fuel/energy and reserves to safely complete the planned flight and to… [AMC1 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#amc1-uam-op-vca-191) [AMC2 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#amc2-uam-op-vca-191) [AMC3 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#amc3-uam-op-vca-191) [AMC4 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#amc4-uam-op-vca-191) [AMC5 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#amc5-uam-op-vca-191) [GM1 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#gm1-uam-op-vca-191) [GM2 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#gm2-uam-op-vca-191) [GM3 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#gm3-uam-op-vca-191) [GM4 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#gm4-uam-op-vca-191) [GM5 UAM.OP.VCA.191 Fuel/energy scheme — fuel/energy planning and in-flight replanning](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-191#gm5-uam-op-vca-191) 9. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.195 Fuel/energy scheme – in-flight fuel/energy management](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-195) The IAM operator shall establish policies and procedures ensuring that in-flight fuel/energy checks and fuel/energy management are performed. [AMC1 UAM.OP.VCA.195 Fuel/energy scheme — in-flight fuel/energy management](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-195#amc1-uam-op-vca-195) [AMC2 UAM.OP.VCA.195 Fuel/energy scheme — in-flight fuel/energy management](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-195#amc2-uam-op-vca-195) [GM1 UAM.OP.VCA.195 Fuel/energy scheme — in-flight fuel/energy management](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-195#gm1-uam-op-vca-195) [GM2 UAM.OP.VCA.195 Fuel/energy scheme — in-flight fuel/energy management](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-195#gm2-uam-op-vca-195) 10. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.210 Pilots at their assigned stations](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-210) During take-off and landing, the pilot required to be on duty shall be at their assigned station. 11. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.245 Meteorological conditions](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-245) The IAM operator shall ensure that the aircraft is operated within the weather operating limitations it is certified for, and considering current and… 12. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.250 Ice and other contaminants – ground procedures](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-250) The IAM operator shall establish procedures to be followed when ground de-icing and anti-icing treatment and related inspections of the VCA are necessary… [AMC1 UAM.OP.VCA.250 Ice and other contaminants — ground procedures](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-250#amc1-uam-op-vca-250) [GM1 UAM.OP.VCA.250 Ice and other contaminants — ground procedures](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-250#gm1-uam-op-vca-250) 13. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.255 Ice and other contaminants – flight procedures](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-255) The IAM operator shall establish procedures for flights in expected or actual icing conditions. 14. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.260 Oil supply](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-260) Where applicable, the PIC shall commence a flight, or continue in the event of in-flight replanning, only when satisfied that the VCA carries at least… 15. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.265 Take-off conditions](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-265) Before commencing take-off, the PIC shall be satisfied that: 16. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.270 Minimum flight altitudes](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-270) The PIC shall not fly below specified minimum flight altitudes except: 17. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.275 Simulated abnormal or emergency situations in flight](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-275) When carrying passengers or cargo, the PIC shall not simulate abnormal or emergency situations that require the application of abnormal or emergency… 18. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.290 Proximity detection](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-290) When undue proximity to the ground and/or obstacles located horizontally in relation to the VCA is detected by the PIC or by a proximity warning system… [GM1 UAM.OP.VCA.290 Proximity detection](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-290#gm1-uam-op-vca-290) 19. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.300 Approach and landing conditions](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-300) Before commencing an approach operation, the PIC shall be satisfied that: [AMC1 UAM.OP.VCA.300 Approach and landing conditions](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-300#amc1-uam-op-vca-300) [AMC2 UAM.OP.VCA.300 Approach and landing conditions](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-300#amc2-uam-op-vca-300) [AMC3 UAM.OP.VCA.300 Approach and landing conditions](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-300#amc3-uam-op-vca-300) 20. ## [UAM.OP.VCA.315 Flight hours – reporting](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-315) The IAM operator shall make available to the competent authority the amount of hours flown for each VCA operated during the previous calendar year. [GM1 UAM.OP.VCA.315 Flight hours — reporting](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-vca-315#gm1-uam-op-vca-315) 21. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.050 Scope](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-050) This Section establishes additional requirements for IAM operations with manned VTOL-capable aircraft (MVCA). 22. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.100 Use of air traffic services (ATS)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-100) The IAM operator shall ensure that: ATS appropriate to the airspace in which the operation is conducted and to the applicable rules of the air are used… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.100 Use of air traffic services (ATS)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-100#amc1-uam-op-mvca-100) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.100 Use of air traffic services (ATS)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-100#gm1-uam-op-mvca-100) 23. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport and adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107) The IAM operator shall use adequate vertiports for its normal operations and for diversion from the planned route as necessary. [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport and adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#amc1-uam-op-mvca-107) [AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport and adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#amc2-uam-op-mvca-107) [AMC3 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport or adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#amc3-uam-op-mvca-107) [AMC4 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport and adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#amc4-uam-op-mvca-107) [AMC5 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport and adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#amc5-uam-op-mvca-107) [AMC6 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport or adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#amc6-uam-op-mvca-107) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport and adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#gm1-uam-op-mvca-107) [GM2 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport and adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#gm2-uam-op-mvca-107) [GM3 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport and adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#gm3-uam-op-mvca-107) [GM4 UAM.OP.MVCA.107 Adequate vertiport or adequate diversion location](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-107#gm4-uam-op-mvca-107) 24. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.111 Visibility and distance from cloud minima – VFR flights](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-111) The IAM operator shall establish visibility minima and distance from cloud minima for flights to be conducted in accordance with VFR by day. [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.111 Visibility and distance from cloud minima — VFR flights](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-111#amc1-uam-op-mvca-111) 25. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.127 Take-off and landing – VFR flights by day](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-127) When conducting a flight in accordance with VFR by day, the PIC should not take off or land at a vertiport or diversion location unless the reported… 26. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.155 Carriage of special categories of passengers (SCPs)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-155) SCPs shall be carried on board under such conditions that ensure the safety of the VCA and its occupants according to procedures established by the VCA… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.155 Carriage of special categories of passengers (SCPs)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-155#amc1-uam-op-mvca-155) [AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.155 Carriage of special categories of passengers (SCPs)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-155#amc2-uam-op-mvca-155) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.155 Carriage of special categories of passengers (SCPs)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-155#gm1-uam-op-mvca-155) 27. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.160 Stowage of baggage and cargo](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-160) The IAM operator shall establish procedures to ensure that: only baggage that can be appropriately and securely stowed is taken into the passenger… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.160 Stowage of baggage and cargo](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-160#amc1-uam-op-mvca-160) [AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.160 Stowage of baggage and cargo](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-160#amc2-uam-op-mvca-160) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.160 Stowage of baggage and cargo](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-160#gm1-uam-op-mvca-160) 28. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.165 Passenger seating](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-165) With regard to potential emergency evacuation, the IAM operator shall establish procedures for passenger seating to ensure that passengers are seated… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.165 Passenger seating](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-165#amc1-uam-op-mvca-165) 29. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.170 Passenger briefing](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-170) The IAM operator shall ensure that passengers are: given safety briefings and safety demonstrations in a manner that facilitates the execution of the… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.170 Passenger briefing](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-170#amc1-uam-op-mvca-170) [AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.170 Passenger briefing](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-170#amc2-uam-op-mvca-170) [AMC3 UAM.OP.MVCA.170 Passenger briefing](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-170#amc3-uam-op-mvca-170) [AMC4 UAM.OP.MVCA.170 Passenger briefing](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-170#amc4-uam-op-mvca-170) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.170 Passenger briefing](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-170#gm1-uam-op-mvca-170) 30. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.175 Flight preparation](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-175) An operational flight plan (OFP) shall be completed for each intended flight, taking into account the airspace in which the flight is to be conducted and… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.175 Flight preparation](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-175#amc1-uam-op-mvca-175) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.175 Flight preparation](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-175#gm1-uam-op-mvca-175) 31. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.177 Submission of an air traffic services (ATS) flight plan](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-177) The IAM operator shall submit an ATS flight plan as required by the applicable rules of the air for the class(es) of airspace in which the operation will… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.177 Submission of an air traffic services (ATS) flight plan](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-177#amc1-uam-op-mvca-177) 32. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.192 Fuel/energy scheme – selection of vertiports and diversion locations](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-192) The PIC shall select and specify in the operational flight plan and, if so required, in the ATS flight plan, for normal operations, including training… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.192 Fuel/energy scheme — selection of vertiports and diversion locations](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-192#amc1-uam-op-mvca-192) [AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.192 Fuel/energy scheme — selection of vertiports and diversion locations](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-192#amc2-uam-op-mvca-192) [AMC3 UAM.OP.MVCA.192 Fuel/energy scheme — selection of vertiports and diversion locations](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-192#amc3-uam-op-mvca-192) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.192 Fuel/energy scheme — selection of vertiports and diversion locations](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-192#gm1-uam-op-mvca-192) [GM2 UAM.OP.MVCA.192 Fuel/energy scheme — selection of vertiports and diversion locations](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-192#gm2-uam-op-mvca-192) 33. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.193 Safe landing options at the destination](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-193) The PIC shall commit to land at one of the safe landing options in accordance with point UAM.OP.MVCA.192, when the current assessment of the… [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.193 Safe landing options at the destination](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-193#amc1-uam-op-mvca-193) 34. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200) Special refuelling or defuelling shall be performed only if the IAM operator has: [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200#amc1-uam-op-mvca-200) [AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200#amc2-uam-op-mvca-200) [AMC3 UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200#amc3-uam-op-mvca-200) [AMC4 UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200#amc4-uam-op-mvca-200) [AMC5 UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200#amc5-uam-op-mvca-200) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200#gm1-uam-op-mvca-200) [GM2 UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200#gm2-uam-op-mvca-200) [GM3 UAM.OP.MVCA.200 Special refuelling or defuelling of VCA](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-200#gm3-uam-op-mvca-200) 35. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.205 Charging or swapping of VCA batteries while passengers embark, are on board, or disembark](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-205) The charging or swapping of VCA batteries while passengers embark, are on board, or disembark shall be performed only if the IAM operator has: [AMC1 UAM.OP.MVCA.205 Charging or swapping of VCA batteries while passengers embark, are on board, or disembark](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-205#amc1-uam-op-mvca-205) [AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.205 Charging or swapping of VCA batteries while passengers embark, are on board, or disembark](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-205#amc2-uam-op-mvca-205) [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.205 Charging or swapping of VCA batteries while passengers embark, are on board, or disembark](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-205#gm1-uam-op-mvca-205) [GM2 UAM.OP.MVCA.205 Charging or swapping of VCA batteries while passengers embark, are on board, or disembark](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-205#gm2-uam-op-mvca-205) 36. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.216 Use of headsets](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-216) Each pilot required to be on duty at their assigned station shall wear a headset with boom microphone or equivalent. 37. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.220 Emergency evacuation assisting means](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-220) The IAM operator shall establish procedures to ensure that before taxiing or ground movement, takeoff and landing, and when safe and practicable to do… 38. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.225 Seats, safety belts and restraint systems](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-225) Pilots During take-off and landing, and whenever deemed necessary by the PIC in the interest of safety, each pilot shall be properly secured by all… 39. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.230 Securing of passenger compartment](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-230) The IAM operator shall establish procedures to ensure that before taxiing or ground movement, take-off and landing, all exits and escape paths are… 40. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.235 Life jackets](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-235) The IAM operator shall establish procedures to ensure that, when operating a VCA over water, the duration of the flight and the conditions to be… 41. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.240 Smoking on board](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-240) The PIC shall not allow smoking on board at any time. 42. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.245 Meteorological conditions](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-245) The PIC shall: commence the flight; or (2) if applicable, continue beyond the point from which a revised ATS flight plan applies in the event of… 43. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.285 Use of supplemental oxygen](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-285) The PIC shall ensure that all pilots engaged in the performance of duties essential to the safe operation of the VCA during flight use supplemental… 44. ## [UAM.OP.MVCA.295 Use of airborne collision avoidance system (ACAS)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-295) The IAM operator shall establish operational procedures and training programmes when an ACAS is installed and serviceable so that the flight crew is… [GM1 UAM.OP.MVCA.295 Use of airborne collision avoidance system (ACAS)](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/air-ops/part-iam/subpart-b/uam-op-mvca-295#gm1-uam-op-mvca-295) Consolidated from the EASA Easy Access Rules (revision 27 Mar 2026, extracted 13 Oct 2026) for convenience. 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