The official version is sold by ICAO (the International Civil Aviation Organization) via their online store. It is available in print, PDF, and as part of the ICAO E-Library. As of 2025, the current edition is the 6th Edition (Amendments 1 through 12 incorporated). Always check for the latest amendment.

, titled Aircraft Operating Procedures , is a primary document within the Procedures for Air Navigation Services – Aircraft Operations (PANS-OPS) framework. First published as a standalone volume in 2018 , it provides essential guidance and standardized procedures for flight operations personnel and flight crews to ensure the highest level of safety during flight. The Evolution of Doc 8168

This is the heart of Volume III. It guides the approval process for: