Regulation Text
The Administrator may issue a certificate of authorization authorizing deviations from the requirements of §§ 91.189, 91.191, and 91.205(f) for the operation of small aircraft identified as Category A aircraft in § 97.3 of this chapter in Category II operations if the Administrator finds that the proposed operation can be safely conducted under the terms of the certificate. Such authorization does not permit operation of the aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire.
The short answer
(14 CFR § 91.193) The Administrator may issue a certificate of authorization permitting deviations from §§ 91.189, 91.191, and 91.205(f) for small aircraft identified as Category A aircraft in § 97.3 in Category II operations, if the proposed operation can be safely conducted under the certificate's terms. The authorization does not permit carrying persons or property for compensation or hire.
Research Notes
Common Questions
Which aircraft can receive this certificate of authorization?
Small aircraft identified as Category A aircraft in § 97.3, for Category II operations.
“for the operation of small aircraft identified as Category A aircraft in § 97.3 of this chapter in Category II operations” — 14 CFR § 91.193
Which rules can be deviated from under this authorization?
It authorizes deviations from §§ 91.189, 91.191, and 91.205(f).
“The Administrator may issue a certificate of authorization authorizing deviations from the requirements of §§ 91.189, 91.191, and 91.205(f)” — 14 CFR § 91.193
Can these flights carry passengers or cargo for hire?
No — the authorization does not permit carrying persons or property for compensation or hire.
“Such authorization does not permit operation of the aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire.” — 14 CFR § 91.193
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