Per diem refers to which of the following?

• A. Monies allotted crew members to cover meal costs while away from their home base
• B. A daily flight schedule
• C. A safety distance guideline
• D. A fuel surcharge

Answer: (A)

Per diem is the daily monetary allowance given to crew members to cover meals and incidental expenses while they’re away from their home base. The purpose is to provide a standardized, predictable amount so you don’t have to track every receipt for meals and small costs during a trip. It’s not about a daily flight schedule, safety distance guidelines, or fuel charges, which serve entirely different purposes. In practice, a set daily rate is provided for meals, tips, and other incidental costs incurred away from base, simplifying expense reporting for both the crew and the airline.