Originally Posted by
atpcliff
Also, On Call is NOT rest, BUT, according to FAA practices, you can be on call 24/7, and, so, obviously, have 0 rest before a flight. It is not technically LEGAL, but it is allowed by the FAA in actual practice, much like many Part 91companies can fly their plane Part 135 for-hire, as the FAA allows it.
cliff
GRB
1) Just because the FSDO personnel don't say anything, that makes it okay? Nope. The rule is the rule. You are either in compliance or you aren't.
2) 91 companies flying plane part 135? What? Either you have the operating certificate (excuse me...air carrier certificate) or you don't. If you know of an operator doing a "134.5" thing, you really should be making a phone call. It protects those of us on legitimate certificates. There's considerable expense and time involved in obtaining and maintaining a legitimate air carrier certificate and those that feel they're above the rules regarding air carriers can kiss my big toe. If you won't make the call, I'll be happy to.
-mini