The Chief Pilot is required under 14 CFR § 119.65 (a) and must meet the standards of this section to perform the duties required to exercise control over operations conducted under the operating certificate

Supervises the Training, Fleet Managers, Manager of Flight Operations Engineering, Check Airman/Instructors and Pilots. Manager of Flight Standards and Assistant Chief Pilot. Assists Vice President of Operations in his duties and acts for him in his absence
Assures that all FAR’s and safe practices are complied with by flight crew members. Makes recommendations to appropriate management regarding new or improved flight operation policies, practices or procedures. Maintains flight manuals, checklists and crew equipment required for the aircraft. Recruits flight crewmembers Insures adequate flight crew training, testing, recording and archiving of training records Responsible for all flight testing of aircraft when required. Terminates, restricts or suspends operations when conditions are known to be hazardous until those conditions are corrected. The Chief Pilot may delegate functions, but Chief Pilot retains responsibility. The Chief Pilot must be thoroughly familiar with the Company Manuals, Operations Specifications and FAA Regulations.