Using an Approved Minimum Equipment List (MEL)

Question 1

What is a Minimum Equipment List (MEL)

Answer 1

Minimum Equipment list contains specific inoperative equipment information for a particular make and model by serial and registration numbers.

Question 2

When is and MEL valid?

Answer 2

With and approved letter of authorization.

Question 3

MEL + Letter of authorization = ?

Answer 3

Supplemental type certificate (STC)

Question 4

What if you don’t have a minimum equipment list?

Answer 4

Follow procedures in FAR 91.213(d)

Question 5

What is an Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL)?

Answer 5

Master Minimum Equipment List contains list of equipment and instruments that may be inoperative on a specific type of aircraft.