Reading the FAA's legal interpretation letters can help minimize confusion for pilots. [File photo: Adobe Stock]
Key Takeaways:
The FAA interprets advertising open seats on social media, even for pro-rata sharing, as potentially "holding out" (commercial operation) if it expresses a willingness to serve a segment of the public, with "common purpose" for flights determined case-by-case.
Parachutes are generally not required for spin training or other acrobatic maneuvers when performed by or at the direction of a certificated flight instructor, regardless of the certificate or rating being sought.
Recent FAA guidance clarifies that the instrument rating requirement for three approaches now focuses on completing three *different types* of approaches, rather than requiring three different navigation systems, adapting to modern navigational aids.
As I mentioned last week, the FAA often uses legal Interpretation letters to clear things up for pilots when confusion arises.
If you read the letters themselves, they’ll give you a window into how the FAA’s legal officers think and provide context for how to conduct your operations in the future.
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Michael Wildes holds a master’s degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, and a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science, both from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Previously, he worked at the university’s flight department as a Flight Check Airman, Assistant Training Manager, and Quality Assurance Mentor. He holds MEI, CFI & CFII ratings. Follow Michael on Twitter @Captainwildes.
