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After deviating from a rule under emergency authority, when must the pilot send a written report?

Choices

  • Automatically within 24 hours of every deviation

    A report is not automatically required after every emergency.

  • Upon the request of the Administratorcorrect

    91.3(c) requires a written report upon the Administrator’s request.

  • Only if the aircraft was damaged

    The trigger is the Administrator’s request, not aircraft damage.

  • Never; verbal notification is sufficient

    A written report is required when requested.

Why

A pilot who deviates under emergency authority must send a written report upon the request of the Administrator.

FAA source: 14 CFR 91.3(c)browse the reference library →

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