Aircraft operating under part 91K, 121, 125, or 135, that use an electronic flight bag as a replacement for carrying required paperwork such as instrument approach plates or aircraft manuals, will want to spend some time with the guidelines in FAA’s recently updated AC 120-76D.
FAA Updates Commercial EFB Guidelines
Key Takeaways:
- FAA's updated AC 120-76D provides guidelines for aircraft operators (parts 91K, 121, 125, or 135) using Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) to replace traditional paper documents.
- The AC clarifies that EFBs are defined as replacements for paper products and tools, but cannot substitute for any required installed aircraft equipment.
- New guidance allows EFBs to display own-ship position on electronic charts, provided an installed primary flight, weather, or map display also depicts it.
- While AC 120-76D offers one method for EFB authorization and is not regulatory, operators using it for guidance must adhere to all its outlined guidelines.
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