Operational Control in Commercial Pilot
Operational Control and Its Impact on Private vs. Common Carriage in Aviation In aviation regulations, operational control plays a pivotal role in determining the applicable rules for an operation, particularly when it intersects with the distinction between private carriage and common carriage. Understanding this concept is essential for compliance, as it influences certification requirements, liability, and who bears responsibility for flight decisions. The FAA defines operational control in 14 CFR §1.1 as: ...