How long does an RVSM LOA take?

We typically turn one in three to five days once we have the aircraft and operator documentation.

Does an LOA transfer with the aircraft?

No. The authorization is issued to the operator, so a new owner or operator needs their own.

Compliance

RVSM Letter of Authorization processing

Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum airspace between FL290 and FL410 is where efficient cruise happens. Even with an RVSM capable aircraft and a qualified crew, an N-registered operator still needs a Letter of Authorization from the FAA.

Three to five days, handled

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Application prepared, submitted and followed through
Typical turn of three to five days
Aircraft and operator eligibility reviewed first
Fuel savings of up to twenty percent on long legs

What the FAA wants to see

The application has to demonstrate that the airframe is RVSM compliant, that the maintenance program supports it, and that the crew is trained on RVSM procedures. Missing any one of those is what usually sends an application back.

Why it matters on a ferry

Being locked out of RVSM airspace pushes an aircraft below FL290, where fuel burn climbs sharply. On an ocean crossing that can mean an extra tech stop and an extra day.