FAA Commercial Pilot Airplane (CAX)RegulationsMedium
A commercial pilot is considering conducting agricultural aircraft operations, such as crop dusting. Under which part of the Federal Aviation Regulations would these operations typically fall?
- A14 CFR Part 135 (Operating Requirements: Commuter and On-Demand Operations and Rules Governing Persons on Board Such Aircraft).
- B14 CFR Part 121 (Operating Requirements: Domestic, Flag, and Supplemental Operations).
- C14 CFR Part 91 (General Operating and Flight Rules).
- D14 CFR Part 137 (Agricultural Aircraft Operations).
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. 14 CFR Part 137 (Agricultural Aircraft Operations).
14 CFR Part 137 specifically governs agricultural aircraft operations, which include dispensing any substance for agricultural purposes, forest preservation, or pest control. While Part 91 applies to general operating rules, the specialized nature of agricultural operations places them under Part 137.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Part 135 is for commuter and on-demand air taxi operations, not agricultural operations.
- B. Part 121 is for large air carriers, not agricultural operations.
- C. Part 91 covers general operating rules but is not the primary regulatory part for specialized agricultural operations.
Part 137 Operations
14 CFR Part 137 outlines the rules governing agricultural aircraft operations, including dispensing substances for agriculture, forestry, or pest control.
- Specific rules for crop dusting, seeding, pest control.
- Requires an Agricultural Aircraft Operator Certificate.
- Covers both pilot and operator requirements.
Memory trick: Each type of flight has its own rulebook, like a specialized dictionary.