Generally, no. This is a confusing regulation with complex interpretation.
See the great article by John Yodice attached to this FAQ for further insight into FAA's application of this rule.
From: "Pilot Counsel: Shared expense flights" by John S. Yodice AOPA Pilot Magazine December 2011, page 30 |
ATTACHMENTS ------------->>>>>>> : Shared_Expenses_Yodice_AOPA_Dec11.pdf