Hello Turbine Waiver Holders,
Over the past year or two, we’ve made several updates to the turbine program. As waiver holders approving new turbine jet and helicopter pilots, we ask that you stay familiar with the current rules and applicable program documents.At a high level, some of the key changes include:
The 12-pound rule for waiver-flight airframes has been revised.
The buddy-box requirement for turbine training may be waived under very specific circumstances as described in the documentation.
Fuel bags are now permitted, provided they meet the requirements outlined in the program documentation.
700-class and larger electric helicopters may now be used for rotary-wing waiver flights, in addition to the previously approved .60-size nitro helicopters and larger.