Definition
Operational control with respect to a flight, means the exercise of authority over initiating, conducting or terminating a flight.
Source: 14 CFR § 1.1 (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).
Where This Term Is Used
- 14 CFR § 61.325 — § 61.325 — How do I obtain privileges to operate an aircraft at an airport within, or in airspace within, Class B, C, and D airspace, or in other airspace with an airport having an operational control tower?
- 14 CFR § 61.51 — § 61.51 — Pilot Logbooks
- 14 CFR § 61.55 — § 61.55 — Second-in-Command Qualifications
3 sections reference this term in their FAR Decoded content.