Originally Posted by
Qtip
In regards to your question in bold:
I don't think that an empty aircraft in your example necessarily is a Part 91 flight.
I agree Qtip.
Bottom line; check your company Ops Specs. Granted, I come from a 121 environment but I've flown Part 135 and I believe Qtip is correct. In our 121 operation,
every flight is conducted under FAR 121 regardless of who or what is onboard. I flew for a 135 operator whose Ops Specs dictated the same requirement.
Relief can be granted from FAR 121/135 duty time regulations by positioning an aircraft to a domicile/base
after a revenue flight;however, the only relief is from the duty time requirements and the flight is still conducted under 121/135 regs. Again, check your Ops Specs if applicable. Otherwise, go with Qtips posting.
G'Day Mates