What must a PIC have to carry passengers on a multi-engine under night VFR?

To carry passengers on a multi-engine aircraft under night Visual Flight Rules (VFR), a Pilot-in-Command (PIC) must have both an Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) rating and a valid Pilot Proficiency Check (PPC) specific to the aircraft type. The IFR rating ensures that the pilot is qualified to navigate and operate an aircraft in various weather conditions and has been trained to respond to system failures and is proficient in instrument navigation, which is critical during night operations where visual references are limited.

Additionally, a PPC demonstrates that the pilot has received proper training and has met the competency requirements for operating a specific multi-engine aircraft. This standard is particularly important for night flying, where the challenges increase and the margin of safety is reduced. Therefore, requiring both an IFR rating and a PPC ensures that the pilot is adequately equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safety while carrying passengers at night in a multi-engine aircraft.

Other options do not fully encapsulate the required expertise for this specific operation: an IFR rating alone does not address the proficiency for a specific aircraft, while a PPC without IFR training could lead to unsafe conditions in complex flight environments. Relying solely on experience without these certifications disregards the stringent regulations designed to maintain safety in