Transport i lotnictwo · 29.03.1995

Commuter Operations and General Certification and Operations Requirements

This proposed rule would require certain commuter operators that now conduct operations under part 135 to conduct those operations under part 121. The commuter operators that would be affected are those conducting scheduled passenger-carrying operations in airplanes that have a passenger-seating configuration of 10 to 30 seats and those conducting scheduled passenger-carrying operations in turbojets regardless of seating configuration. The proposed rule would revise the requirements concerning operating certificates and operations specifications. The rule would also propose certain management officials for all operators under parts 121 and 135. The need for this rulemaking is supported by a study conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), testimony at Congressional hearings, and accident statistics. The proposed rule is intended to increase safety in scheduled passenger-carrying operations and to clarify, update, and consolidate the certification and operations requirements for persons who transport persons or property by air for compensation or hire.