Air Operator Certificate
/ˈɛər ˈɒpəreɪtər səˈtɪfɪkət/
Definitions
- (n.) An official authorization granted by a national aviation authority permitting an entity to operate commercial air transport services.
The airline secured its air operator certificate before commencing international flights.
Forms
- air operator certificate
- air operator certificates
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Commentary
This term applies specifically to regulatory compliance in civil aviation and signifies legal capacity to conduct commercial flights under prescribed safety standards.
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