### Question
What is the definition of certificated air carrier?


### Answer
The definition of **certificated air carrier** is as follows in *39 U.S.C. § 5402*:

> an air carrier that holds a certificate of public convenience and necessity issued under section 41102(a) of title 49

#### Citation:
  - *39 U.S.C. § 5402*
  - Heading: **PART V-TRANSPORTATION OF MAIL > CHAPTER 54-TRANSPORTATION OF MAIL BY AIR**

