(1) The operator and the pilot in command of an aircraft for a flight each contravene this subregulation if:
(a) the aircraft begins the flight with inoperative equipment; and
(i) is required to be fitted to, or carried on, the aircraft by the certification basis for the aircraft or by or under these Regulations; and
(ii) is accessible, and likely to be used, by a person during the flight; and
(iii) is not placarded as inoperative.
(2) A person commits an offence of strict liability if the person contravenes subregulation (1).