What is the difference between Part 91 and Part 135?

In Part 91 operations, a pilot can fly an aircraft for days without breaks. In Part 135 operations, pilots follow strict rest requirements between flight sessions as an added safety measure. Pilot qualifications: Part 135 operations regulations impose higher standards for pilot qualifications than Part 91 operations.



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In Part 91 operations, a pilot can fly an aircraft for days without breaks. In Part 135 operations, pilots follow strict rest requirements between flight sessions as an added safety measure. Pilot qualifications: Part 135 operations regulations impose higher standards for pilot qualifications than Part 91 operations.

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What is the primary distinction between these different parts of the regulations? Part 91 applies to general aviation and non-commercial operations(civil aircraft). Part 135 applies to commercial on-demand operations(such as private jets). Part 121 applies to large-scale scheduled commercial air carriers.

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A single-pilot operator is a certificate holder that is limited to using only one pilot for all part 135 operations. That specific pilot is listed by name and certificate number on the FAA issued Operations Specification (OpSpec) A040.

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Operators of business aircraft that wish to conduct operations for compensation or hire are generally certificated under Part 135 of the FARs. As a certificate holding entity, the operator must comply with a number of FAA requirements regarding areas such as flight operations, maintenance and training.

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