Podcast Beta
Questions and Answers
What is the definition of air time according to the CARs?
What is the definition of time in service according to the FAR?
Where are pilots required to record their take off time and landing time?
What does the FAA accept as Tach Time?
Signup and view all the answers
What is flight time or block time?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Air Time and Time in Service Definitions
- Air time, according to the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), is the time from the moment an aircraft leaves the surface until it touches down again.
Time in Service Definition
- Time in service, according to the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), is the time from the moment an aircraft begins to move under its own power for the purpose of flight, until it comes to rest at the next stopping point.
Recording Take Off and Landing Time
- Pilots are required to record their takeoff time and landing time in the aircraft logbook.
FAA Acceptance of Tach Time
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) accepts Tach Time, which is the time measured by the aircraft's tachometer, as a means of recording aircraft operating time.
Flight Time or Block Time
- Flight time or block time is the time measured from the moment an aircraft moves under its own power for the purpose of flight, until it comes to rest at the next stopping point, including taxiing and run-up time.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge of the definition of air time in Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and the requirements for recording take off and landing times for pilots in Canada.
