mike1mc
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Fly High said:
Not arguing, we are saying the exact same thing, just wanted to clarify one thing. The FAR (135.101 and 135.105c) says you need to have the SIC, the Op Spec (A015) allows you to deviate from the FAR. The deviation should also be listed in Op Spec paragraph A005.
§ 135.101 Second in command required under IFR.
Except as provided in §135.105, no person may operate an aircraft carrying passengers under IFR unless there is a second in command in the aircraft.
§ 135.105 Exception to second in command requirement: Approval for use of autopilot system.
(c) The Administrator issues an amendment to the operations specifications authorizing the use of an autopilot system, in place of a second in command, if—
From the A015 Op Spec:
"The certificate holder is authorized to use the aircraft and its autopilot system listed below, in IFR operations, in lieu of a required second-in-command provided the following provisions are met...."
