3.9 Crew
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3.9 Crew

  3.9.1 The crew operating an alternative and/or equivalent design performs operational tasks, maintenance and inspection in accordance with the prevalent requirements, as stated in the management system on board.

  3.9.2 The crew needs to comprehend the nature of the alternative and/or equivalency and any differences in operation as well as in maintenance and inspection routines compared to a standard feature. It is anticipated that the alternative and/or equivalency will be documented in the safety management system, and thus it is a part of familiarization routines.

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