Part 135 (Air Taxi and Commuter Operations)

Part 135 regulations govern small commercial aircraft operations like air taxis and commuter flights, ensuring safety, reliability, and proper crew training. It applies to operators that fly on-demand or regularly scheduled flights with aircraft typically seating fewer than 30 passengers or with lighter weights. The rules require strict safety standards, maintenance, pilot qualifications, and operational procedures to protect passengers and crew. Essentially, Part 135 provides a regulatory framework to safely manage these smaller, often more flexible flying services, similar to a regulated, professional transportation system designed to serve smaller communities, business travelers, and on-demand needs.