Thank you Hughes500, that's all I wanted to know.
I am aware that there are shared ownership (lease) groups out there operating under private use.
I also know that AOC operators pay a small fortune each year for the privilege of operating Public Transport flights.
So, regarding Mark Austin's flight: 1) A legitimate AOC operator? 2) Mr Austin a shared/lease owner? 3) Or a friend who owns the aircraft?
"sh*t stir?" nigelh - no, just asking a question and I'd be delighted if the answer is 1.