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(b) has demonstrated in fight to the satisfaction of the pilot in charge of an aircraft of the type to which the applica- tion relates, or one of similar characteristics, his practical knowledge of emergency procedures and his ability to take appropriate action in the event of any engine failure occurring, particularly during landings and take-offs.

Technical Examination.

187. The applicant shall, subject to the provisions of regula- tion 188, be required to undergo an examination as to his knowledge of the following subjects, which examination will have reference to the type of aircraft to which the application relates-

(a) international nir legislation;

(D) the Order, the Regulations issued thereunder, and the requirements laid down in "British Civil Airworthiness Requirements" published by the Board, in so far as they affect the responsibilities of a flight engineer;

(e) the theory of flight and aerodynamics;

(d) various terms and definitions used in the operation of

aircraft:

(e) general knowledge of the maintenance and functioning of

airframes, power plants and related appliances;

(f) general knowledge of aircraft operation and maintenance and a detailed knowledge of the manual or manuals relating to the type of aircraft to which the application relates or one of similar characteristics;

(g) methods of effecting in light minor repairs, adjustments

and replacements;

(k) aircraft performance with respect to speed limitations. and the procedure to be followed in case of emergency. particularly in the event of fire in the air or power plan failure;

(a) light planning based on loading and performance charts. fuel consumption and engine power curves. Control of power output and the mathematical computations involved;

(f) general knowledge of varying meteorological conditions

and their effect on power plant operations;

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(k) aircraft loading and centre of gravity computations; () types of fuel and oil and fuelling procedure; and

(m) the preparation of reports, illustrated by sketches, if necessary, describing the replacement or repair required in case of damage.

Exemptions.

188. An applicant who has at any time served as a flight engineer in any of Her Majesty's air forces, may, at the discretion of the Director and according to the applicant's qualifications and experience, be exempted from all or any of the requirements specified in regulations 186 and 187.

Renewal of Licence.

189. An applicant for the renewal of a licence shall be required Lo produce satisfactory evidence that he has had reasonable experience in flight engineering duties during the twelve months immediately preceding the date of the application, including experience on board each type of flying machine for which the renewal is desired. In default of such evidence the applicant may be required to satisfy all or any of the requirements specified for the grant or extension of a licence as the Director may consider appropriate in the circumstances of the case.

Extension of Licence.

190. An applicant for the extension of the aircraft rating of a licence to include an additional type of aircraft shall be required to satisfy the requirements specified in regulation 186. He may also, at the discretion of the Director, be required to undergo all or any part of the technical examination specified in regulation 187.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS.

191. A person applying for the grant or renewal of a licence to act as a member of the operating crew of an aircraft shall be required to undergo a medical examination to ascertain whether his physical condition conforms with the standard of fitness, ¿.e.. physical, visual, colour perception and hearing, applicable to the case, as specified in regulation 197. The examination will be based upon the requirements specified in regulations 199 to 213: