Division (b) For the purpose of (a) and for cabin crew training and qualifications, the operator shall determine:

F1each aircraft as a type or a variant taking into account, where available, the relevant elements defined in the mandatory part of the operational suitability data established in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 for the relevant aircraft type or variant; and

variants of an aircraft type to be different types if they are not similar in the following aspects:

1. (i)

   emergency exit operation;

2. (ii)

   location and type of portable safety and emergency equipment;

3. (iii)

   type-specific emergency procedures.