Who determines it is necessary to apply Special Use conditions for an SIC with limited hours in type?

• A. The Captain
• B. The Dispatcher
• C. The Mechanic
• D. The Flight Attendant

Answer: (A)

Pilots in Command are responsible for flight safety and for the crew’s qualifications on that flight. When an SIC has limited hours in type, the Captain must assess whether any Special Use conditions are needed to reduce risk and ensure safe operation. The Captain has the authority to decide if and what restrictions or extra supervision are required for that SIC, and to implement them as part of the flight plan and execution. The Dispatcher handles planning and coordination but does not determine crew limitations; the Mechanic ensures the airworthiness of the aircraft, and the Flight Attendant supports cabin safety without setting cockpit crew conditions. So, the Captain is the one who determines the necessity of applying Special Use conditions for an SIC with limited hours in type.