I am an instrument student. On friday, my instructor and I took an IFR flight in actual conditions. I was the sole manipulator of the controls but as a CFII he was responsible for the safety of the flight. I know I can log the time as actual IFR time but can I also log the time as PIC?
I spoke to two people today and one said yes and one said no.
My interpretation of 61.51 leads me to think I can but I thought I would ask you here. My instructor is calling the FSDO tomorrow to get their opinion as well. Here is the (slightly simplified) text from the FAR.
Additionally, I wonder what they mean by an "approved" pilot in command training program.
Thanks!
§61.51 - Pilot logbooks
(e) Logging pilot-in-command flight time.
(1) A private pilot may
log pilot in command flight time for flights
(iv) When the pilot performs the duties of pilot in command while under the supervision of a qualified pilot in command provided
(B) The pilot performing the duties of pilot in command is undergoing an approved pilot in command training program that includes ground and flight training on the following areas of operation-
( 1 ) Preflight preparation;
( 2 ) Preflight procedures;
( 3 ) Takeoff and departure;
( 4 ) In-flight maneuvers;
( 5 ) Instrument procedures;
( 6 ) Landings and approaches to landings;
( 7 ) Normal and abnormal procedures;
( 8 ) Emergency procedures; and
( 9 ) Postflight procedures;
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