Aero-Terms!

Aero-Terms are designed to be a daily reminder of the terms, names, acronyms and explanations of the unique language that populates the aviation world. Aerospace, sport aviation, fixed wing, helo, you name it... it's all fair game.

Aero-Terms should serve as a quick but intriguing reminder of the terms you may use every day, or an introduction to an aspects of the Aero-World you may not yet be familiar with. ANN also encourages readers to go beyond the FMI link, and further research any intriguing terms.

Suggestions for future Aero-Terms are ALWAYS welcome, as are additions or discussion of the explanations given for each Aero-Term.

Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOC)

A different way, other than the one specified in an Airworthiness Directive (AD), to address the unsafe condition on an aircraft, aircraft engine, propeller or appliance. An AMOC must ensure the unsafe condition is corrected by providing an acceptable level of safety. An Airworthiness Directive (AD) contains the required method for correcting an unsafe condition. An AMOC is required if an owner/operator cannot or does not wish to comply with the actions specified in an AD.

FMI: http://aviationglossary.com/amoc-alternative-methods-of-compliance/