Regulation
(EU) 2024/1111
(a) Responsibility of the pilot-in-command
The pilot-in-command of an aircraft shall, whether manipulating the controls or not, be responsible for the operation of the aircraft in accordance with this Regulation, except that the pilot-in-command may depart from these rules in circumstances that render such departure absolutely necessary in the interests of safety.
(b) Pre-flight action
Before beginning a flight, the pilot-in-command of an aircraft shall become familiar with all available information appropriate to the intended operation. Pre-flight action for flights away from the vicinity of an aerodrome, and for all IFR flights, shall include a careful study of available current weather reports and forecasts, taking into consideration fuel requirements and an alternative course of action if the flight cannot be completed as planned.
[applicable until 30 April 2025 – Regulation (EU)
923/2012]
(b) Pre-flight action
Before beginning a flight, the
pilot-in-command of an aircraft shall become familiar with all available
information appropriate to the intended operation. Pre-flight action for
flights away from the vicinity of an aerodrome, and for all IFR flights, shall
include a careful study of available current weather reports and forecasts,
taking into consideration fuel/energy requirements and an alternative course
of action if the flight cannot be completed as planned.
[applicable from 1 May 2025
– Regulation (EU) 2024/1111]
Under EASA aviation rules, the pilot-in-command is responsible for safe aircraft operation, adhering to regulations unless safety dictates otherwise. Before flight, pilots must review relevant information, including weather, fuel/energy needs, and alternative plans, especially for longer or instrument flights.
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