Division SPO.GEN.131 Use of electronic flight bags (EFBs)F1F2

Where an EFB is used on board an aircraft, the operator shall ensure that it does not adversely affect the performance of the aircraft systems or equipment, or the ability of the flight crew member to operate the aircraft.

Prior to using a type B EFB application, the operator shall:

1. (1)

   conduct a risk assessment related to the use of the EFB device that hosts the application, to the EFB application concerned and its associated function(s), identifying the associated risks and ensuring that they are appropriately mitigated; the risk assessment shall address the risks associated with the human–machine interface of the EFB device and the EFB application concerned; and

2. (2)

   establish an EFB administration system, including procedures and training requirements for the administration and use of the EFB device and the EFB application.