Who is responsible for takeoffs and landings under the FO restrictions?

• A. Captain
• B. First Officer
• C. Pilot in Command
• D. Flight Crew

Answer: (A)

The person in command is responsible for the safety of the entire flight, and during the most critical phases—takeoff and landing—the responsibility rests with the Captain. In a two-crew cockpit, the Captain is the Pilot in Command, holding the final authority for flight decisions. When there are restrictions on the First Officer’s ability to act as PIC, the Captain must conduct or supervise takeoffs and landings to ensure proper oversight and adherence to procedures. So, the Captain is in charge during these phases because the PIC role—ultimate responsibility for the flight—falls to the Captain, especially under FO restrictions.