License to Operate Aircraft
/ˈlaɪsəns tuː ˈɒpəreɪt ˈeəkrɑːft/
Definitions
- (n.) An official authorization issued by a competent authority permitting an individual or entity to operate an aircraft legally.
The pilot was required to present a valid license to operate aircraft before the flight.
Forms
- license to operate aircraft
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Commentary
This term is commonly used in aviation law and regulatory contexts to denote the formal permission necessary to conduct aircraft operations, differentiating it from pilot-specific or airworthiness certifications.
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