Originally Posted by
rickair7777
XC time actually has different definitions for various ratings, and a different definition for 135 qualifications.
PPL, COMM, ATP: LDG at a point > 50NM from the departure point.
ATP (for rated military pilots): Flight > 50NM from departure point, no LDG required.
Rick - I think you're blending a few regs together. Cross-country for the ATP is > 50NM without a landing regardless of whether you're civilian or military. However, if you're military seeking a commercial ticket, then you don't have to land at another airport as you would have to if you were civilian. Here's the reg:
61.1(b)(vi) and (vii)
(vi) For the purpose of meeting the aeronautical experience requirements for an airline transport pilot certificate (except with a rotorcraft category rating), time acquired during a flight—
(A) Conducted in an appropriate aircraft;
(B) That is at least a straight-line distance of more than 50 nautical miles from the original point of departure; and
(C) That involves the use of dead reckoning, pilotage, electronic navigation aids, radio aids, or other navigation systems.
(vii) For a military pilot who qualifies for a commercial pilot certificate (except with a rotorcraft category rating) under §61.73 of this part, time acquired during a flight—
(A) Conducted in an appropriate aircraft;
(B) That is at least a straight-line distance of more than 50 nautical miles from the original point of departure; and
(C) That involves the use of dead reckoning, pilotage, electronic navigation aids, radio aids, or other navigation systems.