National Simulator Program (NSP)

The National Simulator Program's goal is to improve aviation safety through the application of regulations and standards governing the qualifications of flight simulation training devices (FSTD), and to seek continuous improvement of flight simulation.

• Part 60 Transition Information
  • Discrepancy Prioritization System Requirements are now available on the Simulation Quality Management System page.
  • New guidance bulletin on MMI reporting can be found on the NSP FSTD Guidance Bulletin page.
  • As of May 30, 2008, 14 CFR Part 60 has become effective for flight simulation training device initial and continuing qualification and use.
  • Missing, malfunctioning, or inoperative (MMI) component reporting/authorization ( § 60.25) will be applicable for all discrepancies originated in the FSTD logbooks on May 30, 2008 or later.
  • All discrepancies originated in the FSTD logbooks before May 30, 2008 are not subject to MMI reporting in accordance with § 60.25.
  • Since MMI reporting is contained in the main rule language of Part 60, it is applicable to all currently qualified FSTDs.
  • Part 60 related questions may be directed to the NSP at 404-832-4700 or via e-mail 9-aso-avs-sim-team-part-60@faa.gov
• Part 60 Files
  • Part 60 Final Rule, Federal Register, October 30, 2006 (PDF)
  • Part 60 Delay of Effective Rule, Federal Register, October 22, 2007 (PDF)
  • Part 60 (Change 1) Final Rule, Federal Register, May 9, 2008 (PDF)
  • Important Information on Grandfather Rights/Grace Period for New FSTDs (PDF)
  • Part 60 Final Rule, Consolidated Version (For Reference Use Only) (PDF)
  • Part 60 Questions and Answers (Rule Preamble) (PDF)
  • Part 60 Questions and Answers (October 10, 2008) (PDF)
• Contacts
  • Office Contact Information & Directions
  • Personnel (PDF)
  • Program Manager Assignments Report (PDF)
  • Program Managers by Company (PDF)