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During which phases must each occupant keep their safety belt fastened?
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Only during landing
Belts are required during more than just landing.
✓ Surface movement, takeoff, and landingcorrect
91.107 requires belts fastened during taxi, takeoff, and landing.
Only during turbulence
The requirement is not limited to turbulence, though belts are wise then too.
Only when above 10,000 feet MSL
The requirement is tied to phase of flight, not altitude.
Why
Each person must occupy an approved seat with the safety belt fastened during movement on the surface, takeoff, and landing, after being briefed on its use.
FAA source: 14 CFR 91.107browse the reference library →
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