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WHAT IS AFTA?
TRAINING BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS,
INSTRUCTORS, AND FLIGHT SCHOOLS
While the case decision was focused on flight
training in a limited category aircraft, this broader language
used in the decision raises concerns involving
flight instruction in general. AOPA and other associations
have asked the FAA to clarify how it views the
decision impacting (1) the characterization of flight
instruction, (2) flight instruction in limited category
aircraft, and (3) flight instruction in other categories
of aircraft. AOPA is deeply engaged in the issues-at
legal and policy levels-and will provide updates on
developments as they occur.
Does the decision mean CFIs and flight schools
need a Part 135 certificate to provide flight training?
The decision does not require a Part 135 certificate
for flight training. Remember that FAR 119.1 specifically
exempts " student instruction " and " training " from
certificate requirements.
I'm a CFI-do I have to worry about facing
similar legal action if I continue instructing?
Not unless you're providing instruction in a limited
category aircraft without an exemption to FAR 91.315.
The Warbird Adventures case revolved around how
flight instruction can be legally provided in a limited
category aircraft.
It's also important to note that, before taking legal
action against Warbird Adventures, the FAA repeatedly
told the operator that it needed an exemption to
provide flight instruction in the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk.
The operator did not apply for an exemption, continued
to use the P-40 for paid instruction, and continued to
advertise paid instruction in the P-40 after receiving a
letter from the FAA's chief counsel. These were some of
the reasons the court cited for declining to review the
emergency order.
What's next? Is there any sense of timing on
when/if the FAA will clarify its interpretation of the
ruling?
The FAA is working on clarifications for the flying
public but has not specified when they will be released.
We are in regular communication with the agency and
will report any clarifications as soon as possible.
justine.harrison@aopa.org
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