What is a Part 121 operator?

A Part 121 carrier is a regularly scheduled air carrier. Typically large, U.S.-based airlines, regional air carriers, and cargo carriers operating under 14 CFR Part 121 must be certified as such through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

What is a Part 91 operation?

Part 91 implies general aviation regulations, general flight operating rules, such as crew rest and duty and aircraft operations within certain weather conditions. The PIC (pilot-in-command) has operational control of the operations and holds ultimate responsibility of the safety of a flight.

Does rap count as FDP?

The 13:00 FDP is legal. – Combined RAP+FDP calculation – a 4 hour and 30 minute RAP (0500 RAP start with 0930 FDP report) plus 13:00 FDP = 17:30, for a single leg, which is greater than the 16 hour maximum combined RAP+FDP limit. THIS IS ILLEGAL.

Does deadheading count as duty time?

Deadhead transportation means transportation of a flightcrew member as a passenger or non-operating flightcrew member, by any mode of transportation, excluding transportation to or from a suitable accommodation. All time spent in deadhead transportation is duty and is not rest.

When do I need to use part 125?

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published Part 125 in an effort to establish a uniform set of certification and operational rules for these airplanes, often referred to as “Part 125 size airplanes”. Part 125 applies when these airplanes are being used for any purpose other than common carriage.

When to use part 125 for charter flights?

Part 125 regulations are intended for companies conducting large group business travel for 20+ passengers, not for general public travel (including charter flights).

What are the requirements for the 14 CFR Part 125?

14 CFR Part 125 – CERTIFICATION AND OPERATIONS: AIRPLANES HAVING A SEATING CAPACITY OF 20 OR MORE PASSENGERS OR A MAXIMUM PAYLOAD CAPACITY OF 6,000 POUNDS OR MORE; AND RULES GOVERNING PERSONS ON BOARD SUCH AIRCRAFT. CFR.

What was the purpose of FAA Part 125?

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published Part 125 in an effort to establish a uniform set of certification and operational rules for these airplanes, often referred to as “Part 125 size airplanes”.