Aviation occurrencesQuestion 277 of 351

In the Regulations, the operation of an aircraft lasts from which time to which time?

  1. From boarding with the intention of flight until disembarking
  2. From take-off until landing
  3. From engine start until engine shutdown
  4. From the flight plan filing until the flight plan closing
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Correct answer: From boarding with the intention of flight until disembarking

Operation means the activities from the time any person boards with the intention of flight until they disembark.

Source: Transportation Safety Board Regulations (SOR/2014-37), Section 2(6) Definitions — operation

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026