# Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 of 5 October 2012 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures related to air operations pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council, Division NCO.OP.147: Refuelling with engine or rotors turning - helicopters


Refuelling a helicopter with engine running or rotors turning must only be conducted where all the following conditions are met:
(a)it is not practical to shut down or restart the engine;
(b)it is conducted in accordance with any specific procedures and limitations in the aircraft flight manual (AFM);
(c)only JET A or JET A-1 fuel types are being used;
(d)no passengers or task specialists are on board, embarking or disembarking;
(e)the operator of the aerodrome or operating site allows such operations;
(f)appropriate rescue and firefighting facilities or equipment are present; and
(g)it is conducted in accordance with a checklist that must contain:
(1)normal and contingency procedures;
(2)the required equipment;
(3)any limitations;
(4)responsibilities and duties of the pilot-in-command and, if applicable, crew members and task specialists.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/eur/2012/965/annex/VII/division/SUBPART/division/NCO.OP.147 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2012-965/annex-VII/division-SUBPART/division-NCO.OP.147
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