Multiple choice

Who is responsible for the final authority for operation of an airplane?

  1. Pilot-in-command

  2. Operator

  3. Manufacturer

  4. Cabin crew
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Explanation

The Pilot-in-Command (PIC) has final authority for the operation and safety of the aircraft during flight. This is a fundamental principle of aviation law - the PIC is responsible for all decisions including refusing unsafe operations, diversion, and emergency handling. While operators set policies and manufacturers build the plane, actual operational authority rests with the PIC.

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