Why do we require different levels of regulatory text?
As the complexity of the aviation sector makes it impossible to regulate without having the different levels of
What is another name for binding regulations/rules?
Hard law
What is hard law?
Binding regulations or rules with no flexibility
What type of law allows flexibility?
Soft law
What is soft law?
No binding standards that allow flexibility
What is another name for non binding standards?
Soft law
What does CS stand for?
Certification Specifications
What does IR stand for?
Implementing Rule
How is the aviation law document arranged?
The cover regulations of implementing rules appear first
The IR annex points appear second
Then it’s followed by AMC and GM
What does AMC stand for?
Acceptable Means of Compliance
What does GM stand for?
General Material
What are CS paragraphs followed by?
The relevant AMC paragraph