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The final authority as to the operation of an aircraft is the

A

Federal Aviation Administration.

B

pilot in command.✓ Correct Answer

C

aircraft manufacturer.

Explanation

14 CFR 91.3(a) states that the pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. Neither the FAA nor the manufacturer has that operational authority during the flight.

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