Which document is NOT required to be carried on board an aircraft?

In the context of flying and the regulations set forth by Transport Canada, the requirement to carry specific documents on board an aircraft helps ensure safety and compliance with aviation laws.

The certificate of registration is an essential document that proves ownership and allows the aircraft to be legally operated. The weight and balance document is crucial for maintaining the aircraft’s safety within its operating limits; it provides essential information to ensure the aircraft is loaded properly. The aircraft flight manual, often referred to as the Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH), contains critical operational information necessary for the safe handling of the aircraft throughout its flight envelope.

On the other hand, an air traffic control license is not a document that needs to be on board an aircraft while in operation. This type of license is required for individuals who control air traffic, not for the aircraft itself or for the pilot operating it. Thus, the requirement for the pilot to possess their own license does not extend to carrying it on board the aircraft during flight.