EPO 23

Question 1

What is authority for pilot certificate inspection?

Answer 1

Title 14 CFR FAR 61.3(l)

Only for a pilot who is or has been in operation of an aircraft

Question 2

Who can conduct a pilot certificate inspection?

Answer 2

AAA

Administrator
Authorized representative of the NTSB or TSA
Any federal, state, or local law enforcement officer

Question 3

What documents must be presented in a pilot certification inspection and under what authority?

Answer 3

61.3 = in physical possession or readily accessible

1. Pilot License
2. Government Issued Photo Identification
3. Medical certificate

91.203 = Aircraft Documents

1. Airworthiness Certificate
2. FAA registration
3. 337 Form for extra fuel tank

Question 4

Can a passenger’s documents be searched in relation to a pilot certificate inspection?

Answer 4

No, if a passenger did not, or will not serve as a pilot, you may not detain

(Unless you have reasonable suspicion that they are involved in criminal activity justifying an investigative detention of if a border search is allowed)

Question 5

What suspicion level is required for a pilot certificate inspection?

Answer 5

Zero suspicion

Question 6

Auxiliary Fuel System Requirements

Answer 6

91.203(c) = A copy of 337 form if fuel tank installed within passenger compartment of a baggage compartment