Minimum Equipment List

Question 1

What is the purpose of having an MEL?

Answer 1

To allow you to operate an aircraft with selected equipment inoperative.

Question 2

Must an MEL be approved before use or can you just make one up?

Answer 2

All MEL’s must be approved by the local FSDO and a letter of authorization is attached to it. The MEL and Letter of authorization constitute a supplemental type certificate for the aircraft.

Question 3

If you have an MEL where is it kept?

Answer 3

In the aircraft with the authorization letter attached.

Question 4

Do you need an MEL for this aircraft?

Answer 4

YES

Question 5

Based on the MMEL can the aircraft be dispatched with the HUMS system inoperative?

Answer 5

Yes

Question 6

In response to question 5, what does the C in column 1 mean? (MMEL, Para 22, system definitions)

Answer 6

It must be repaired with 10 consecutive calendar days

Question 7

What does the (M) in the remarks box on page 24-1, Item 1 Generators, A.C mean? (MMEL, Para 15, system definitions)

Answer 7

Indicates a requirement for a specific maintenance procedure which must be accomplished prior to operation with the listed item inoperative.