Commonwealth Numbered Regulations

1988 NO. 158 CIVIL AVIATION REGULATIONS - REG 224

224. (1) For each flight the operator shall designate one pilot to act as
pilot in command.

(2) In addition to being responsible for the operation and safety of the
aircraft during flight time, the pilot in command shall be responsible for the
safety of persons and cargo carried and for the conduct and safety of the
members of the crew.

(3) The pilot in command shall have final authority as to the disposition of
the aircraft while he or she is in command and for the maintenance of
discipline by all persons on board.