WATRS/RVSM Operations Manual

For operators seeking authorization for Domestic RVSM (DRVSM) and Required Navigation Performance Specification (RNP-10) for Domestic U.S, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean and the West Atlantic Route System (Oceanic).

This manual provides operational compliance, guidance, and continued airworthiness procedures, including an RVSM Maintenance Program.

Manual Outline 

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Addresses the organization, responsibilities, and control procedures for the manual. All regulatory references are listed as well as Advisory Circular 91-85 and FAA Order 8900.1 (FSIMS). This section includes crew qualification requirements and an RVSM training syllabus.

Describes in detail operations procedures for flightcrews conducting flight into RVSM airspace. Procedures are organized by phase of flight (Preflight Planning and Procedures, Inflight, and Postflight).

Includes basic concepts for contingency procedures in RVSM airspace. Scenarios with pilot actions are included. An example of contingency procedures is: Failure of Aircraft Systems (Autopilot, Altitude Alerter, or all or one Primary Altimeter Systems). Guidance is provided for Mountain Wave Activity and Wake Turbulence.

Details describing Initial RVSM compliance, instructions and documentation, continued airworthiness and inspection, quality control and parts control, contract agency auditing, procedures for correcting RVSM discrepancies, notification of deviations, and an RVSM Compliance Form.

In addition to the above required information, Assessment Compliance Group, Inc. also provides Regional Supplementary Information. This includes Canada, Bermuda, Caribbean (CAR) Region, Gulf of Mexico, Mexico, and Central America.

Includes RVSM Flight Planning Guide, Helpful Preflight Planning Links, International Differences (METAR / TAF), Altitude Deviation Report Form, CARSAMMA Navigation Deviation Investigation Form, Wake Turbulence Report Form, Altimeter Accuracy Log, LRNS Performance Log, and eAPIS.
RNP-10 Appendix: Includes compliance, RNP-10 Training Syllabus, RNP Flight Planning, Preflight, Enroute, Postflight requirements, and an RNP Maintenance Program.

If you would like to preview this manual, please contact Assessment Compliance Group, Inc. to arrange an online meeting.

Available Option 

An Online WATRS / RVSM Training Program developed from the operator’s WATRS / RVSM Operations Manual is offered. This program has been successfully conducted online since 2000.

Next Step 

Assessment Compliance Group, Inc. is available to answer any questions and help you get started with the process. If you would like to talk with us before you order, please contact us.

To initiate the project and review pricing, please contact us or complete the order form.

Upon submitting an order, Assessment Compliance Group, Inc. will provide you with access to the manual customization form.

Are you an existing WATRS client? Click here for a special RNP-10 upgrade offer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Soon? All manuals are custom-created per your Flight Department operational procedures and aircraft RVSM equipment. Please allow 5-7 business days for us to complete your project. More urgent requests can be accommodated, workload permitting. Overnight shipping is available.

What document format is used? All manuals are provided in the two-column ICAO format. Most all custom formatting requests can be met. The manual is provided in electronic form (PDF) and/or hard copy. Paper copies are laser printed with custom tabs and binders.

Adding An Additional Aircraft? Only one (1) WATRS / RVSM Operations Manual is required. Aircraft of the same make / model listed in the approved manual can be added to the original Maintenance Program. There is an additional fee for adding aircraft of a different make / model.

Is there Post LOA Application Support? Any FAA requested change to the operations or maintenance program will be accomplished promptly after receipt by Assessment Compliance Group, Inc. There is no charge for these changes.

Questions Before, During, and After? Assessment Compliance Group, Inc. will answer all your questions regarding the RVSM approval process. We continue to work successfully with hundreds of operators, FSDOs, and IFOs regarding the WATRS / RVSM approval process.