Originally Posted by
BraceBrace
It doesn't even matter if you are PF. You need a right seat qualification even if you are PM in the right seat.
A typical rule for PIC designation is usually TRE>TRI>LTC>CPT and seniority on type ico equal "status"
The designation as PIC is defined by the operator, there is no regulatory requirement under EASA for the PIC to be in a control seat.