What are the five basic sections of the Operations Specifications?

• A. A is General, B is Enroute, C is Terminal, D is Maintenance, E is Weight and Balance
• B. A is General, B is Enroute, C is Terminal, D is Maintenance, E is Crew Training
• C. A is General, B is Enroute, C is Terminal, D is Maintenance, E is Performance
• D. A is General, B is Enroute, C is Terminal, D is Airworthiness, E is Weight and Balance

Answer: (A)

Ops Specifications for Part 135 operations are organized into five sections labeled A through E, each covering a distinct area of authorization. The first section, General, sets the overall scope of the operator’s approvals and general operating parameters. The second section, En Route, addresses operations along the flight path, including routing and equipment considerations that apply en route. The third section, Terminal, covers procedures and restrictions in the terminal area around airports, where approach and departure considerations come into play. The fourth section, Maintenance, specifies the required maintenance program and airworthiness-related requirements the operator must follow. The fifth section, Weight and Balance, handles loading limits, weight and balance calculations, and center of gravity considerations. This structure is why the correct answer lists General, En Route, Terminal, Maintenance, and Weight and Balance. The other options include terms that aren’t recognized as separate Ops Specs sections, such as Crew Training, Performance, or Airworthiness, which aren’t part of the five basic sections.