Which of the following scenarios would NOT be considered a flight time limitation violation?

• A. Exceeding 28 flight hours in a 7-day period
• B. Flying non-stop for 12 hours at the end of duty
• C. Completing 100 hours of flight time in a month
• D. Flying 50 hours in a week as a pilot under Part 135

Answer: (C)

The correct choice identifies a scenario that does not violate flight time limitations. Completing 100 hours of flight time in a month does not inherently constitute a violation of regulations, as it is important to consider the specific limits set for pilots based on various factors, including the regulatory authority overseeing flight operations, type of operation (e.g., Part 121 or Part 135), and the pilot's duty cycle and rest requirements.

For context, average monthly flight time can vary significantly among different operators and types of flying. As long as a pilot adheres to daily and weekly limits as well as rest requirements established by relevant regulations, accumulating 100 flight hours in a month can be absolutely permissible, especially if the pilot's schedule is managed correctly.

In contrast, exceeding flight hours in a short duration, such as flying beyond the allowed 28 flight hours in a 7-day period, or flying non-stop for 12 hours at the end of a duty period, clearly breaches established regulations that are designed to ensure pilot fitness and flight safety. Similarly, flying 50 hours in a week as a pilot under Part 135 breaches the limitations specific to that operational part. Thus, these scenarios highlight violations of flight time limitations, whereas 100 hours in a month