Originally Posted by
rickair7777
What is an operating privelege? Does an SIC PC count?
I'm not saying it doesn't, but legally the fed could interpret that any way they like. I have enough experience with law to know that this reg (like many FARs) is weak and open to interpretation. Remember this is not criminal or civil law where the tie goes to the runner...the grey area usually goes to the feds.
Well, it says "rating, or operating privilege" and I would say that you are doing your PC for your the privilege of operating under your SIC type rating. I'd say you're doubly covered. While I agree that the feds can be sneaky bastards, I think this reg is pretty unambiguous. Think of it this way...If a PC didn't count then how would any of us be allowed to operate the aircraft we fly without going somewhere to get a BFR every couple years. The answer is that the PC does count...or everybody who has been in their seat for over 2 years is flying illegally.