During the preflight inspection who is responsible for determining the aircraft is safe for flight?
A
The pilot in command.✓ Correct Answer
B
The certificated mechanic who performed the annual inspection.
C
The owner or operator.
Explanation
14 CFR 91.7(b) makes the pilot in command responsible for determining whether the aircraft is in condition for safe flight, and 91.3 gives the PIC final authority for its operation. The owner or operator is responsible for maintaining airworthiness (91.403), and the mechanic signs for the work he or she performed, but neither decides whether this flight is safe.
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