FAA AC 25.562-1A PDF

PURPOSE.

This advisory circular (AC) provides information and guidance regarding acceptable, but not the only, means of compliance with Part 25 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) applicable to dynamic testing of seats intended for use in transport category airplanes. The AC provides background and discussion of the reasoning behind the test procedures. It also describes the test facilities and equipment necessary to conduct the tests. Terms used in this AC, such as "shall" and "must" are used only in the sense of ensuring applicability of this particular method of compliance when the acceptable method of compliance described herein is used. While these guidelines are not mandatory, they are derived from extensive FAA and industry experience in determining compliance with the pertinent FAR. This advisory circular does not change, create any additional, authorize changes in, or permit deviations from, regulatory requirements.