This publication is to be used with reference to the Aeronautics Act, the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part VII, and the Commercial Air Services Standards (CASS).

This study guide is intended to provide elaboration on each of the subject areas included in the knowledge requirements for the position of Chief Pilot Commuter Operations.

The subjects covered in the examination are as follows:

Chief Pilot Commuter Operations:

• Aeronautics Act
• Aviation Regulations
• Provisions of AOC
• Publications

A pass mark of 80% will be required on the Chief Pilot Commuter Operations (CPCOM).

The Chief Pilot Examination forms one part of the necessary requirements in order to become a chief pilot. A chief pilot applicant will also be required to successfully complete an oral examination/interview with the appropriate Regional Commercial and Business Aviation Principal Operations Inspector prior to chief pilot appointment.

Successful completion of the CPCOM examination constitutes successful completion of CPTAX Examination for chief pilot operating under multiple subparts 703/704 operations.

Comments or suggestions with respect to this publication should be referred to:

Transport Canada (AARXB)
Transport Canada Building
Commercial And Business Aviation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
K1A 0N8

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Permission is granted, by Transport Canada (AARX), to copy this TP 14012 as required. While use of this material has been authorized, Transport Canada shall not be responsible for the manner in which the information is presented, nor for any interpretations thereof. This TP 14012 may not be updated to reflect amendments made to original content. For up-to-date information, contact Transport Canada (AARX).