Who determines the case launch and recovery of a/c?

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Who determines the case launch and recovery of a/c?

In carrier flight operations, the person who controls when to launch and recover aircraft is the officer in charge of air operations on the ship, usually called the Air Officer or Air Boss. This role oversees all flight operations and makes the final call on launch and recovery timing, coordinating with the catapult and arresting gear, the flight deck crew, weather, fuel state, and overall deck readiness to ensure safe and efficient operations. The Aircraft Commander, while responsible for the safety and operation of their specific aircraft and crew during the flight, follows the direction and sequencing set by the Air Officer. The pilot conducts the mission, but launches and recoveries hinge on the Air Officer’s approval and control. The Flight Deck Supervisor (or equivalent deck liaison) handles on-deck readiness and coordination, but does not unilaterally authorize a launch or recovery.

In carrier flight operations, the person who controls when to launch and recover aircraft is the officer in charge of air operations on the ship, usually called the Air Officer or Air Boss. This role oversees all flight operations and makes the final call on launch and recovery timing, coordinating with the catapult and arresting gear, the flight deck crew, weather, fuel state, and overall deck readiness to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The Aircraft Commander, while responsible for the safety and operation of their specific aircraft and crew during the flight, follows the direction and sequencing set by the Air Officer. The pilot conducts the mission, but launches and recoveries hinge on the Air Officer’s approval and control. The Flight Deck Supervisor (or equivalent deck liaison) handles on-deck readiness and coordination, but does not unilaterally authorize a launch or recovery.

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