### Question
How is the term pilot defined?


### Answer
The term **pilot** is defined in *49 U.S.C. § 44921* as the following:

> an individual who has final authority and responsibility for the operation and safety of the flight or any other flight deck crew member

#### Citation:
  - *49 U.S.C. § 44921*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE VII-AVIATION PROGRAMS > PART A-AIR COMMERCE AND SAFETY > subpart iii-safety > CHAPTER 449-SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER I-REQUIREMENTS**

