When an aircraft is operating under a MEL, what must be true?

When an aircraft is operating under a MEL, what must be true?

• A. The MEL allowances must be met and any inoperative equipment must be in accordance with MEL conditions; otherwise flight not permitted.
• B. The MEL eliminates the need for maintenance.
• C. Inoperative equipment can be flown if the pilot believes it's safe.
• D. MEL only applies to passenger flights.

Answer: (A)