PHAK 1-17

Recreational pilot to conduct solo flights for the purpose of obtaining an additional certificate or rating while under the supervision of an authorized flight instructor: section 61.101(i). I certify that (First name, MI, Last name) has received the required training of section 61.87 in a (make and model aircraft). I have determined he/she is prepared to conduct a solo flight on (date) under the following conditions: (List all conditions which require endorsement, e.g., flight which requires communication with air traffic control, flight in an aircraft for which the pilot does not hold a category/class rating, etc.). Figure 1-21. Example endorsement for a recreational pilot to conduct solo flights for the purpose of determining an additional certificate or rating. Limitations: • Prohibited from flying in Class A airspace • Prohibited from flying in Class B, C, or D airspace until you receive training and a logbook endorsement from an instructor • No flights outside the United States without prior permission from the foreign aviation authority • May not tow any object • No flights while carrying a passenger or property for compensation or hire • Prohibited from flying in furtherance of a business The sport pilot certificate does not list aircraft category and class ratings. After successfully passing the practical test for a sport pilot certificate, regardless of the light-sport aircraft privileges you seek, the FAA will issue you a sport pilot certificate without any category and class ratings. The Instructor will provide you with the appropriate logbook endorsement for the category and class of aircraft in which you are authorized to act as pilot in command. Recreational Pilot To become a recreational pilot, one must: • Be at least 17 years old • Be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language • Pass the required knowledge test • Meet the aeronautical experience requirements in either a single-engine airplane, a helicopter, or a gyroplane. • Obtain a logbook endorsement from an instructor • Pass the required practical test • Obtain a third-class medical certificate issued under 14 CFR part 67 As a recreational pilot, cross-country flight is limited to a 50 NM range from the departure airport but is permitted with additional training per 14 CFR part 61, section 61.101(c). Additionally, recreational pilots are restricted from flying at night and flying in airspace where communications with ATC are required. The minimum aeronautical experience requirements for a recreational pilot license involve: • 30 hours of flight time including at least: • 15 hours of dual instruction • 2 hours of en route training • 3 hours in preparation for the practical test • 3 hours of solo flight When operating as a recreational pilot, some of the following privileges and limitations may apply. Privileges: • Carry no more than one passenger; • Not pay less than the pro rata share of the operating expenses of a flight with a passenger, provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenses, or aircraft rental fees Limitations: • A recreational pilot may not act as PIC of an aircraft that is certificated for more than four occupants or has more than one powerplant. Private Pilot A private pilot is one who flies for pleasure or personal business without accepting compensation for flying except in some very limited, specific circumstances. The Private Pilot Certificate is the certificate held by the majority of