Describe regulations related to the minimum equipment list (MEL).

Description should include the following:

• A MEL is an FAA-approved document that allows an aircraft owner/operator to fly with certain item(s) inoperative.
• The FAA produces a master minimum equipment list (MMEL) for most aircraft to use. They provide a format that is acceptable to the administrator.

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Process/Skill Questions:

• What are some items included in a MEL?