Which copies of a Standard Form 44 must a pilot provide to the dealer?

The correct answer is that a pilot must provide Copies 1 and 2 of the Standard Form 44 (SF 44) to the dealer. Copy 1, which is the original form, serves as the official document authorizing the transaction and provides proof of the purchase for accounting and auditing purposes. Copy 2 is typically used by the dealer for their records, ensuring they have a documented request for goods or services. This sharing of copies helps maintain clarity and accountability in transactions conducted under the SF 44, which is used for purchase of supplies and services when it is impractical to use other procurement methods.

Other copies, such as Copy 3, are generally intended for different purposes, such as internal record-keeping or for submission to the appropriate command or financial office, and are not necessary to provide to the dealer in the context of a purchase. Thus, only the first two copies are pertinent to the exchange between the pilot and the dealer.