Federal Aviation Regulations(FAR)

Definition

The rules and regulations governing aviation in the United States, found in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Key parts include Part 61 (pilot certification), Part 91 (general operating rules), and Part 121 (airline operations).

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Federal Aviation Administration(FAA)

The US government agency responsible for regulating civil aviation, including pi...

Part 91

FAR Part 91 covers general operating and flight rules applicable to all civil ai...

Part 121

FAR Part 121 governs scheduled air carrier operations with high safety standards...

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