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Community Service Flight (CSF)

A Community Service Flight (CSF) is a flight coordinated by a charitable entity to transport a patient and their support persons for non-emergency medical treatment without any charge. These flights have specific pilot experience and operational requirements.

Key Points

  • •The pilot must hold at least a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and have a minimum of 400 hours total aeronautical experience.
  • •Restricted to a maximum of five passengers.
  • •Requires a full flight notification or SARTIME with a specific 'RMK/CSF' annotation.

Exam Relevance

Pilots must know the strict prerequisites, such as minimum hour requirements, to conduct CSFs legally and safely.

Related Terms

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