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Article 43 Pilots to remain at controls

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(1)

The pilot-in-command of a flying machine or glider registered in the Territory shall cause one pilot to remain at the controls at all times while it is in flight.

(2)

If the flying machine or glider is required by or under this Order to carry two pilots, the pilot-in-command shall cause both pilots to remain at the controls during take-off and landing.

(3)

If the flying machine or glider carries two or more pilots (whether or not it is required to do so) and is engaged on a flight for the purpose of the commercial air transport of passengers, the pilot-in-command shall remain at the controls during take-off and landing.

(4)

An operator shall not permit a helicopter rotor to be turned under power for the purpose of making a flight unless there is a person at the controls entitled in accordance with the provisions of article 21 to act as pilot-in-command of the helicopter.

(5)

Each pilot at the controls shall be secured in his seat by either a safety belt with or without one diagonal shoulder strap, or a safety harness except that during take-off and landing a safety harness shall be worn if it is required by article 15 to be provided.