[F/A Doug]

Hi All,
I need an interpretation of the following FAR ; 121.467 (14):

(14) A flight attendant is not considered to be scheduled for duty in excess of duty period limitations if the flights to which the flight attendant is assigned are scheduled and normally terminate within the limitations but due to circumstances beyond the control of the domestic, flag, or supplemental air carrier or commercial operator (such as adverse weather conditions) are not at the time of departure expected to reach their destination within the scheduled time.

I read this as the F/A will not be illegally SCHEDULED, if the flight,for whatever reason, goes beyond legallity, if, at departure time, it is known they will go illegal.
Is the emphasis on Scheduled duty?
what is the Definition of Departure time? (door closed, brakes released/ take off ?)

Thanks!

Doug