Air Operator's Certificate
/ˈɛər ˈɒpəreɪtərz sərˈtɪfɪkət/
Definitions
- (n.) An official approval granted by a national aviation authority authorizing an operator to perform specific commercial air transport operations.
The airline cannot commence flights without a valid Air Operator's Certificate.
Forms
- air operator's certificate
- air operators' certificates
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Commentary
Often abbreviated as AOC, this certificate ensures regulatory compliance with safety and operational standards in commercial aviation.
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