When changes are made to the COM, where must amendments be submitted?

Amendments to the COM (Company Operations Manual) must be submitted to the minister because the minister has the ultimate authority and responsibility for aviation regulations and oversight within the jurisdiction. The COM is a crucial document that outlines the procedures and policies for flight operations, reflecting the company's adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Submitting changes to the minister ensures that the updates comply with national regulations and that the minister's office can provide oversight to maintain a high level of aviation safety. This step is vital for regulatory approval and ensures that all operational procedures remain compliant with the legal framework governing aviation.

The other options involve departments that may use the COM, but they do not have the regulatory authority or the responsibility to approve amendments. Air traffic control, while critical in the operation of flights, does not govern operational policies. The safety board focuses on analyzing safety incidents rather than managing operational manuals, and the flight operations department handles day-to-day operations but would not have the authority to approve changes to the COM without ministerial oversight.