***Link*** :: [§ 91.3 Responsibility and authority of the pilot in command.](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/section-91.3) ***Description*** :: `= this.link` ***Author*** :: [[FAA]] #### Key Quotes * The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. * In an in-flight emergency requiring immediate action, the pilot in command may deviate from any rule of this part to the extent required to meet that emergency. #source #far