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What exception, if any, permits a private pilot to act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers who pay for the flight?

A

If the passengers pay all the operating expenses.

B

If a donation is made to a charitable organization for the flight.✓ Correct Answer

C

There is no exception.

Explanation

14 CFR 61.113(d) lets a private pilot act as PIC of a charitable, nonprofit or community event flight in which passengers make a donation to the sponsoring organization, provided the conditions of 91.146 are met. Passengers paying all the operating expenses is not allowed; a private pilot may share expenses only on a pro rata basis (61.113(c)).

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