MCO P1710.16E governs the establishment, administration, operation, training, safety, maintenance, finances, and insurance of Marine Corps Aero Clubs.
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The publication covers club organization, aircraft and supplies, flight operations, pilot qualifications, maintenance, financial management, and insurance. It requires written local directives, approved governing documents, flight clearance, training documentation, and safety controls.
Applies to: Commanders, club personnel, and other personnel responsible for implementing the Marine Corps Aero Club Program will comply with this Manual.
The pilot in command must read and initial the PIF prior to the flight. (paragraph 3)
The maximum duty day is 12 hours for a single pilot or 16 hours with two qualified pilots in a dual-controlled aircraft. Flight duty day begins when the pilot reports for the flight or for first duty of the day, whichever comes first. The minimum crew rest period between duty days is 12 hours. (paragraph 1)
Stalls, steep turns (over 45 degree bank), slow flight, and unusual attitude shall not be performed deliberately below 1,500 feet AGL unless done for pilot certification. (paragraph 3)
A flight plan (military or civil) shall be filed and the pilot’s aircraft currency shall be validated before any flight. (paragraph 1)
Flight Clearance Authorities (FCA) or dispatcher shall clear all flights (including local flights) by signing the locally prepared clearance form. (paragraph 1)