You cannot recieve compensation????

[100LL... Again!]

For example, I think the CAP is actually private aircraft. I could be incorrect here, though.

 

[midlifeflyer]

LOL! A simple "Excuse me?" and I get 5 separate "clarifications."

 

[A Squared]

LOL! A simple "Excuse me?" and I get 5 separate "clarifications."

AAAhhh,, the power of the supercillious response

 

[lawfly]

Regarding the original post, a private pilot may share the cost of the flight equally with his passenger. A commercial pilot certificate alone, however, would not by itself necessarily permit compensation. If the operation came under FAR 135 (more than 25 miles, etc.) a 135 certificate would also be required, 135 experience requirements, a 135 PIC endorsement, etc. The Feds have been known to pursue commercial-CFIs who conduct de facto 135 charters without satisfaction of the 135 requirements. I know most of you guys already know this, but posting more for the benefit of the original poster and anyone not yet familiar with 135 aspects. Because I still remember a consult about this with a despondent, young CFI, years ago.

 

[midlifeflyer]

Regarding the original post, a private pilot may share the cost of the flight equally with his passenger.

I'm sorry, but I think that this part of the answer suffers from the usual failure to mention the "common purpose" requirement, which very clearly enters into the original poster's scenario.

 

[AVI8V1]

Quote: 'Lets say there's a friend...'


If you have a friend who needs a ride, let me know - I need the hours and will do it for free. OK, I'll rent the plane tooo.....

i've edited my response too many times...

hopefully i'm just not picking up the sarcasm...