Regulation · 14 CFRCurrent as of October 29, 2026 (eCFR)
14 CFR 135.603 Pilot-in-command instrument qualifications
Subpart L—Helicopter Air Ambulance Equipment, Operations, and Training Requirements
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After April 24, 2017, no certificate holder may use, nor may any person serve as, a pilot in command of a helicopter air ambulance operation unless that person meets the requirements of § 135.243 and holds a helicopter instrument rating or an airline transport pilot certificate with a category and class rating for that aircraft, that is not limited to VFR.
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