14 CFR · Part 61

14 CFR § 61.329

How do I obtain privileges to operate an aircraft at night?

This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.

You may act as pilot in command with a sport pilot certificate during night operations if you:

(a)

Receive 3 hours of night flight training in the specific category and class from an authorized instructor that includes—

(1)

Conduct at least one cross-country flight during the flight training under paragraph (a) of this section at night, with a landing at an airport of at least 25 nautical miles from the departure airport, except for powered parachutes; and

(2)

Accomplish at least 10 takeoffs and 10 landings to a full stop at night;

(b)

Either hold a medical certificate issued under part 67 of this chapter or meet the conditions of § 61.113(i) and the operation is conducted consistent with this section. Where the requirements of § 61.316 conflict with § 61.113(i), a sport pilot must comply with § 61.316; and

(c)

Receive a logbook endorsement from an authorized instructor certifying that you meet the training requirements in paragraph (a) of this section and are proficient in the operation of the aircraft at night in the category and class which the sport pilot seeks privileges.

Reflects the eCFR edition current as of July 6, 2026. Retrieved from ecfr.gov on July 17, 2026.