Log Book Endorsement Formats

Student Pilot Endorsements

Pre-solo Aeronautical Knowledge: 14 CFR part 61, section 61.87(b) I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has satisfactorily completed the pre-solo knowledge exam of 14 CFR part 61, section 61.87(b) for the [make and model aircraft].

Signature, Certificate #, Date

Pre-solo Flight Training: section 61.87(c) (The back of the Student Pilot Certificate must also be endorsed.)

I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required pre-solo training in a [make and model aircraft]. I have determined they have demonstrated the proficiency of 14 CFR section 61.87(d) and is proficient to make solo flights in a [make and model aircraft].

Signature, Certificate #, Date

Note: Other limitations may be included, such as maximum wind/weather conditions at launch, location, etc.

Solo Endorsement (each 90-day period): section 61.87(p) I have given [First name, MI, Last name] the instruction required by 14 CFR part 61, section 61.87(p). They have met the requirements of section 61.87(p) and is competent to make safe solo flights in a [make and model aircraft].

Signature, Certificate #, Date

Note: additional 90-day endorsements are recorded in the student’s log book only, not on back of the Student Pilot Certificate.

Private Pilot Endorsements

Aeronautical Knowledge: sections 61.35(a)(1) 61.103(d), and 61.105 I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training in accordance with 14 CFR part 61, section 61.105. I have determined they are prepared for the LTA-FB Private Pilot knowledge test.

Signature, Certificate #, Date

Flight Proficiency/Practical Test: sections 61.103(f), 61.107(b), and 61.109 I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training in accordance with 14 CFR part 61, sections 61.107 and 61.109. I have determined they are prepared for the Private Pilot practical test.

• Signature, Certificate, #, Date
• Commercial Pilot Endorsements

Aeronautical Knowledge: sections 61.35(a)(1), 61.123(c), and 61.125.

I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training in accordance with 14 CFR part 61, section 61.125. I have determined they are prepared for the LTA-FB Commercial Pilot knowledge test (CBH).

Signature, Certificate #, Date

Flight Proficiency/Practical Test: sections 61.123(e), 61.127, and 61.129 I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of 14 CFR part 61, sections 61.127 and 61.129. I have determine they are prepared for the Commercial Pilot practical test.

Signature, Certificate #, Date

Flight Review: section 61.56

I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] holder of pilot certificate #______________ has satisfactorily completed a flight review consisting of one hour of flight training and one hour of ground training as required by 14 CFR part 61, section 61.56 on [date].

Signature, Certificate #, Date

Note: This endorsement varies somewhat from the example provided in the Advisory Circular. While there is no regulatory requirement to indicate the hours of training involved, many Flight Standards District Offices have interpreted the regulation in that manner. It may be best to use this example if an individual attends numerous balloon events around the country on a regular basis.

Endorsement for Retesting of a Written or Practical Test: section 61.49

I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the additional [flight and/or ground] training as required by 14 CFR part 61, section 61.49. I have determined that they are prepared for the [name the knowledge/practical test to be retaken].

Signature, Certificate #, Date

• Log Book Endorsements
• Ref. Appendix 1, Advisory Circular 61-65

14 CFR part 61 contains pilot training and testing procedures, instructor responsibilities and requirements, privileges, and limitations for each level of certificate. Pilot applicants, whether student, private or commercial pilot, being recommended for a written or practical test, solo flight, or completing a flight review must have a written endorsement in their log book by an authorized instructor. Each endorsement should include the instructor’s signature, certificate number, and date.