Avionics News June 2017 - 31

What is required before registering
for the FAA's ADS-B rebate?
The rebate reservation form requires the N-number of the eligible aircraft, make and model of the ADS-B equipment planned for
installation, as well as the scheduled installation date. The rebate
reservation software checks for aircraft eligibility using data from
the FAA Civil Aircraft Registry.
Where do I go to make a reservation?
The ADS-B Rebate Reservation System is available at the
ADS-B Rebate website: www.faa.gov/go/rebate.
Why is the FAA requiring that aircraft must be
flown in the airspace defined in 14 CFR 91.225
for a minimum of 30 minutes?
This type of flight is essential to validate that the new avionics
were installed properly and are rule compliant. The rebate program
targets pilots who generally fly in the designated rule airspace.
What do I need to do if I have received my
PAPR report but did not get my incentive code?
Aircraft owners should allow 24 hours to receive the email from
noReplyADSBRebate@faa.gov containing the PAPR and General
Aviation Incentive Requirements Summary reports. Aircraft owners
should check their spam and junk email folders before contacting
the ADS-B Rebate Program Office. If the reports are not received
within 24 hours, aircraft owners should email ADSBRebateHelp@
faa.gov and provide the aircraft tail number and date of the validation flight in Zulu time (UTC+0). The ADS-B Rebate Program Office
will manually check the database for the flight information.
Why is eligibility limited to
TSO-certified equipment?
Because the rebate program is aimed at this segment of the
general aviation community, only TSO-certified Version 2 equipment is eligible. The cost of TSO-certified equipment is typically
higher than similar equipment that is not certified, making it less
affordable for cost-sensitive customers. This program is geared to
ensure full aircraft compliance to the rule, which will ensure continuous access to the rule airspace in 2020. The FAA maintains a list
of the eligible equipment at www.faa.gov/nextgen/equipadsb/equipment. This list is updated approximately every month. However,
avionics manufacturers have the latest status of TSO certification
for their ADS-B Version 2 systems.
Why are software upgrades ineligible
for this program?
The FAA Rebate Program considers a software upgrade to be
an upgrade performed by personnel at an installation shop. This
example is considered a software upgrade and not eligible as a
new equipment installation per the program rules, which require
"permanent installation of new avionics equipment."
Software upgrades are typically much less expensive than new
equipment. Because the rebate program is aimed at cost-sensitive
owners who need to equip to meet the deadline, the eligibility is
limited to the purchase of new ADS-B equipment after the rebate
announcement.

FAQ
s

Are aircraft with portable ADS-B Out
equipment eligible for the rebate?
Aircraft using portable units that have been detected flying
in the National Airspace System before Sept. 19, 2016 will not
be able to reserve a rebate without first contacting the ADS-B
Rebate Program Office to request eligibility. Eligibility may
be granted if ADS-B Out avionics certified to FAA Technical
Standard Orders are permanently installed on the aircraft. To
qualify for a rebate, the aircraft owner must request consideration
via ADSBRebateHelp@faa.gov. To be considered eligible,
the aircraft owner is required to provide a clear picture of the
portable unit and serial number.
Because there could be a delay of up to one week from the
time the request is submitted via email, there is no guarantee that
a rebate reservation will be available. The rebate program does
not accept any responsibility for delays that are incurred during the
process. The rebate program limits one rebate per portable unit.
Does a certified installer or repair station have
to do the installation to qualify for the rebate?
Aircraft owners who have a standard airworthiness aircraft
- for example, Parts 23, 25, 27 and 29 - may have the ADS-B
equipment installed by a repair station or an appropriately licensed
airframe and powerplant mechanic. Owners of aircraft certificated
as experimental or light sport must adhere to applicable
regulations and established standards when installing ADS-B
equipment.
What happens if the equipment is
not installed on the scheduled date?
The ADS-B Rebate Program has allotted 60 days after the
scheduled installation date to fly, validate and claim the rebate.
This allows the owner to resolve unforeseen issues with their
installation or avionics. If the rebate is not claimed within 60 days
of the initial scheduled installation date, the rebate reservation
will be voided and the aircraft owner will have to apply for a new
rebate reservation. Please note that the FAA does not guarantee
that rebate reservations will be available.
After an aircraft owner successfully
claims a rebate, how long will it take to
receive a rebate payment?
If the program rules have been met, an applicant will receive
the payment in four to six weeks after the FAA has validated and
approved the rebate claim.
How long will the rebate program run?
The program will run for one year or until the funds for all
20,000 rebates are exhausted. There are no plans to extend the
program or increase the rebate. The last day to make a rebate
reservation is Sept. 18, 2017, if reservations are still available. q

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