14 CFR Part 91, General Operating and Flight Rules
Section 01: Organizations & Authorities
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The FAA regulation establishing the general operating and flight rules for all civil aircraft operations in the United States. Part 91 prescribes rules governing the operation of aircraft, including pilot-in-command responsibilities, equipment requirements, flight rules (VFR/IFR), maintenance requirements for non-commercial operations, and minimum equipment list provisions. Part 91 applies to all operations unless more specific operating rules (Parts 121, 135) apply.
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