Under what condition may a pilot be compensated for flying an election candidate?

A pilot may be compensated for flying an election candidate under the condition that they adhere to part 91 rules, which govern general operating and flight rules for civil aviation. Part 91 allows for private pilots to receive compensation in certain circumstances, including flying for political candidates, as long as they operate within the framework set by the regulations for non-commercial operations.

This means that the pilot must ensure that the flight is conducted legally and does not violate any restrictions regarding flights for compensation. Furthermore, part 91 outlines that compensation can be received in a manner consistent with the operations of a private pilot, as long as the flight operation does not meet the definitions or thresholds that would require compliance with Parts 121 or 135, which apply to commercial operations and air carriers.

The other conditions mentioned involve requirements that are not applicable for private pilots. Being a commercial operator refers to a different certification and operational standard, while the references to payment limits and the specific regulatory requirements of parts 121 and 135 are not applicable to the context of flying a candidate under the privileges of part 91.