Flying Magazine

MAY 2, 2025

The complaint accused the airline of defamation, alleging that the carrier falsely reported to the FAA that Silva was the pilot in command of the flight, when in fact Goudon held that designation.

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Aerotime

JUNE 10, 2024

The pilot in command continued the approach and landing and followed (air traffic control) instructions,” the spokesperson was quoted to have said.

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Aerotime

JULY 18, 2024

After following the appropriate checklist and consulting the Atlas Air’s ground office, the pilot in command decided to return to Hong Kong. During landing, the fluid in hydraulic syst ems two and four dropped to zero. The crew dumped fuel and made a PAN-PAN call, before the aircraft made an ILS approach back to runway 25R.

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Aerotime

MAY 17, 2024

Garuda president-director Irfan Setiaputra told the media that the “decision was made by the pilot in command immediately after take-off, considering engine problems that required further examination after sparks of fire were observed in one of the engines”. All 450 passengers and 18 crew members were evacuated safely.

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AV Web

MARCH 6, 2025

The NTSB report also highlighted that both pilots held a type rating for the Learjet 55. The pilot-in-command had logged 9,200 total hours of flight experience, while the second-in-command pilot accumulated 2,600 total hours of flight experience. A cause of the crash has not been determined.

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Gary's Flight Journal

JANUARY 26, 2025

There is something to be said for exercising your pilot in command duties. AWOS noted winds variable but the windsock clearly favored one-four this afternoon. I launched for Cambridge (KCGE) and really enjoyed the view. The ride was bumpy but not the worst I've experienced.

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 24, 2025

Special VFR Minimums To request special VFR, you need the following (FAR 91.157): 1 SM visibility Stay clear of clouds Thats not a whole lot of restriction, and requesting special VFR is very much a judgment call from the Pilot in Command (PIC). Once again, the judgment call will be yours as the Pilot in Command.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 9, 2025

The pilot in command (PIC) of the historic flight was Lt. After 42 years of service, the 56th Fighter Wing conducted its final flight of the F-16, Block 42 Viper, at Luke Air Force Base on February 26, 2025. Michael Ress of the 309th Fighter Squadron.

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Air Facts

MARCH 14, 2025

When you think about it, this is probably one of the main reasons you learned to flythe unbelievable freedom and possibilities that come with the title “pilot in command.” ” Everyone’s dream list will vary, but let me suggest 11 things that every pilot should do with their license.

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Flight Training Central

MAY 11, 2025

A 1 st Class medical is required when flight operations require an Air Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. An ATP is required to act as the Pilot in Command (PIC) or Captain of a scheduled airliner. A 2 nd Class medical is required when flight operations require a Commercial Pilot certificate.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 17, 2025

But who qualifies as a safety pilot? They must: Hold at least a private pilot certificate. Have a current medical certificate to act as pilot-in-command. In addition to meeting these requirements, the aircraft must be equipped with dual controls or a mechanism allowing the safety pilot to take over if needed.

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AV Web

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Some of the commentary has claimed that the pilot had only been flying for Endeavor for six weeks but she has been on the line since April of 2024 and “her flight experience exceeded the minimum” FAA requirements. Delta’s full statement is copied below.

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Air Facts

APRIL 9, 2025

Flying forces you to leave your everyday worries on the ground and focus on the job of pilot in command, the way a good book or concert can make the outside world disappear temporarily. I didnt learn to fly so I could be alone with my thoughts, but I quickly discovered it was a nice side benefit.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Although de-icing is performed by specialized teams, pilots play a crucial oversight role. Before every winter flight, pilots inspect the aircraft for ice accumulation and confirm if de-icing has to be done or not. The pilot in command is ultimately responsible for deciding whether or not to carry out the de-icing procedure.

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Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

But beyond that, the examiner wants to see how you handle real-world piloting tasks, so focus on safety and standard operating procedures. A calm, methodical approach to everything you do will go a long way toward showing your readiness to act as pilot in command (PIC).

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Flight Training Central

MAY 28, 2024

Pilot in command. Second in command. VFR approaches to land at night should be accomplished with a steeper descent. at a higher airspeed. the same as during daytime. Who has final authority to accept or decline any land and hold short (LAHSO) clearance? Air Traffic Controller. off course to the left. above the glide slope.

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Flight Training Central

MAY 1, 2024

A 1 st Class medical is required when flight operations require an Air Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. An ATP is required to act as the Pilot in Command (PIC) or Captain of a scheduled airliner. A 2 nd Class medical is required when flight operations require a Commercial Pilot certificate.

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World Airline News

APRIL 30, 2024

The Flight Dispatcher at Air Transat shares responsibility with the Pilot-In-Command for Flight Watch and Operational Control. Both the Flight Dispatcher and the Pilot-In-Command share pertinent information with each other to ensure the Flight is operated in the safest manner possible.

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Northstar VFR

MAY 2, 2024

Knowing the current and predicted weather along our route of flight is part of that responsibility as a Pilot in Command. Pay it forward and provide your own when you observe weather changes in flight.) Preparing for a flight as Pilot in Command comes with a lot of responsibility. Asking ATC for any recent PIREPS. (Pay

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AV Web

MARCH 31, 2025

“Federal regulations have long required the pilot-in-command or operator of an aircraft with an FAA-issued registration number to report an accident to the NTSB immediately, and by the most expeditious means available,” the NTSB said in a news release.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 21, 2025

” READ MORE: Transition Training Can Help a Pilot Add New Skills Arendt wondered if some pilots may be convoluting the meaning of FAR 91.3(c), ” Upon request is the key phrase here, Arendt said.

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 14, 2024

A subsequent investigation by the NTSB completed in 2000 determined the cause to be pilot error, citing “inadequate fuel management which led to fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power. A related factor was the pilot’s unfamiliarity with the fuel system.”

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Vintage Aviation News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

With more than two decades since the last DC-3 floatplane flight, there were no more living DC-3 floatplane pilots. As the airplane neared readiness for flight, Rodney began to look for qualified pilots in August 2024, and eventually took on Eric Zipkin as the pilot-in-command for the first flight, joined by Garrett Fleishman as co-pilot.

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Flight Training Central

JANUARY 12, 2024

A 1 st Class medical is required when flight operations require an Air Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. An ATP is required to act as the Pilot in Command (PIC) or Captain of a scheduled airliner. A 2 nd Class medical is required when flight operations require a Commercial Pilot certificate.

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Northstar VFR

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

We will focus on subparts (a) and (c) as it relates to aviation: 14 CFR § 61.113 - Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command. (a)

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Flying Magazine

MAY 10, 2024

1: According to 14 CFR Part 107, the remote pilot in command (PIC) of a small unmanned aircraft planning to operate within Class C airspace: A. remote pilot in command B. Airspace operational requirements: Questions include operations near airports and potential flight hazards. Example question No. visual observer C.

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Air Facts

MAY 13, 2024

If not, let me refresh your memory: “ The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. ” The “C” in PIC Air Facts Journal Do you remember 91.3(a)? You’re the boss.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 22, 2025

750 hours for current or former US military pilots. You can be a pilot in command (PIC) with an ATP certificate, while you can only act as a co-pilot with a Restricted ATP certificate. Heres a brief overview: 1,250 hours for associates degree holders. 1,000 hours for bachelors degree holders. Good question.

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Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Upon completion of the exam, a medical certificate is issued to the pilot which must be carried whenever acting as pilot-in-command. All pilots who are licensed to operate general aviation and commercial aviation aircraft are required to pass a medical exam. Who Needs a FAA Medical Exam?

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This is not only common sense, but its a legal requirement too: Preflight Action (FAR 91.103) – Each pilot in command shall, before beginning a flight, become familiar with all available information concerning that flight.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

e) and requires that: the flight training is limited to the purpose of meeting currency requirements the person receiving flight training meets all other requirements to act as pilot in command of the aircraft; and the authorized instructor and the person receiving flight training are the sole occupants of the aircraft.

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Vintage Aviation News

MAY 26, 2024

He joined the B-29 Doc flight crew after five years as an aircraft commander, pilot in command, and instructor pilot for B-29 Fifi with the Commemorative Air Force. needed a Chief Pilot to oversee the pilots, flight crews, and movement of the historic warbird.

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Air Facts

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Finally, the pilot in command is required to have an annual line check. Line checks involve the observation of a captain and first officer on a regular company route to assess command authority, decision making, and flying abilities.An

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

This means that, in most cases, a drone pilot flying in FPV will need a visual observer nearby. PIC Pilot in Command The PIC refers to the person who is ultimately responsible for the operations and safety of an aircraft. However, a drone pilot could more specifically be referred to as the Remote Pilot in Command or RPIC.

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Jetwhine

APRIL 1, 2024

Definitions, says “Night means the time between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning civil twilight, as published in the Air Almanac, converted to local time.”

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Inspire

JULY 3, 2019

This time on EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew was joined by Scaled Composites test pilots Evan Thomas and Zach Reeder to discuss the first flight of Stratolaunch. Evan flew Stratolaunch, the largest airplane by wingspan to ever fly, and Zach was the pilot in command of the chase plane, a Citation.

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iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

”The FAR uses plain language in stating, the determination may be made by the pilot in command, and the FAA has been clear that sophisticated testing equipment is not required to satisfy this FAR. There’s also AC 91.21-1D 1D , which expands on FAR 91.21.

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