### Question
How does CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY define Area Commander?


### Answer
Under *46 CFR § 1.01-05*, **Area Commander** is defined as:

> an officer of the Coast Guard designated as such by the Commandant to command all Coast Guard activities within an Area.

#### Citation:
  - *46 CFR § 1.01-05*
  - Heading: **Title 46—Shipping > PART 1—ORGANIZATION, GENERAL COURSE AND METHODS GOVERNING MARINE SAFETY FUNCTIONS > Subpart 1.01—Organization and General Flow of Functions > CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY**

