When must you stop exercising the privileges of your certificate during a suspension?

The correct course of action is to stop exercising the privileges of your certificate immediately upon receipt of the order. This means that as soon as you receive a notice of suspension from the relevant authority, you are required to comply with the suspension terms and cease all activities related to your aviation certificate.

In aviation law, suspensions are formal actions that typically arise from violations or regulatory breaches, and they are legally binding. Continuing to act under a suspended certificate, even if you intend to appeal the decision or believe the judgment might be overturned, may result in further legal repercussions, including additional penalties.

Waiting until appeals are completed or relying on a final judgment before stopping could lead to continued misuse of the certificate, which is against regulatory compliance and could result in additional sanctions. It is crucial for safety and regulatory integrity that pilots and aviation professionals adhere strictly to the terms set out in a suspension notice from the time they receive it.