Opacity Training Method 152A
State Implementation
Method 9 Training Using Virtual Reality
The use of CAA's VirtualOpacity℠ platform has federal approval. The states listed below have formally or informally indicated their acceptance of alternative opacity testing methods, including certifications conducted using ALT-152A protocol. Note that state agencies cannot explicitly endorse specific vendors or methodologies.
ALT-152A underwent validation using protocols identical to Method 9, establishing equivalent legal standing. As such, any legal challenge to ALT-152A would necessarily call into question the validity of Method 9 itself.
CAA has decades of experience in Method 9 certification. We stand firmly committed to defending all certifications we issue.
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| Delaware | Approval required on a case-by-case basis. |
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