Rectification Interval

A rectification interval is the period within which an item on a Minimum Equipment List (MEL) that has become inoperative must be rectified after its discovery. Categorised into intervals (A, B, C, and D), this ensures that aircraft do not operate indefinitely with unserviceable equipment.

Key Points

• •Category B allows 3 consecutive days for rectification, while Category C allows 10 days.
• •The countdown begins on the calendar day starting after 12 midnight on the day of discovery.
• •Extensions may only be approved under specific conditions outlined by CASA or a CAMO.

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