What makes you eligible for a private
pilot (airplane) certificate?
(61.103)
A) be at least 17 years of age
C) read, speak, write, and understand English
D) logbook endorsement from authorized instructor
E) Passed Knowledge test (written)
F-2) prepared for the required practical test
J) holds a U.S student pilot Certificate
*not listed in the Far/Aim medical and valid photo government issued ID
To act as a required pilot of an
aircraft, what documents must you
have in possession?
(61.3)
A) required pilot certificate
A-2) Photo identification (valid government-issued ID)
C) Medical certificate
What medical is required to have a
Private Pilot Certificate?
(61.23)
A-3) Must hold at least a 3rd class medical certificate -
i) when exercising the privileges of a private pilot, recreational, or student pilot certificate
How long is
A 1st class medical good for under 40 years of age?
(61.23)
“12 months after the month of the date of examination (you have 1st class privileges)”
after 12 months you still have a 1st class medical but will have 3rd class privileges for an additional 48 months
60 months total
How long is
A 1st class medical good for over 40 years of age?
(61.23)
“6 months after the month of the date of examination (you have 1st class privileges)”
after 6 months you still have a 1st class medical but will have 2nd class privileges for an additional 6 months
after your 6 months of 2nd class privileges you will have 3rd class privileges for an additional 12 months
24 months total
What are 1st Class medical Privileges?
(61.23)
“an airline transport pilot certificate for pilot-in-command privileges,
or
for second-in-command privileges in a flag or supplemental operation in part 121 requiring three or more pilots”
What are 2nd class medical Privileges?
(61.23)
“an airline transport pilot certificate for second-in-command privileges
or
a commercial pilot certificate”
What are 3rd class medical privileges?
(61.23)
“a recreational pilot certificate, private pilot, flight instructor certificate, or a sport pilot certificate”
What is Basic Med?
“is an alternate way for pilots to fly without holding an FAA medical certificate as long as they meet certain requirements.” - FAA
Are there any
limitations to Basic Med?
Carry no more than 6 passengers
no more than 18,000 ft above mean sea level
cannot exceed indicated airspeed exceeding 250knts
cannot exceed more than 12,500lbs
What do I need to do to fly under BasicMed?
Comply with the general BasicMed requirements (possess a U.S. driver’s license, have held a medical after July 14, 2006).
Comprehensive Medical Examination Checklist (CMEC), Get a physical exam with a state-licensed physician (48months)
Complete a BasicMed medical education course (24months)
Save the signed CMEC and BasicMed medical education course completion certificate in your logbook for safekeeping and go fly!
Must do a flight review
Aircraft Requirements under BasicMed?
any aircraft authorized under federal law to carry not more than 7 occupants
Has a maximum certificated takeoff weight of not more than 12,500 pounds
Operating Requirements under BasicMed?
Carries not more than six passengers
Operates under VFR or IFR, within the United States, at or below 18,000 feet MSL, not exceeding 250 knots.
Flight not operated for compensation or hire
Who can Fly under BasicMed?
Pilots exercising Private pilot privileges as Pilot in Command (PIC) or as a required flight crew member (such as a safety pilot)
Flight Instructors
Pilot Examiners
what are some medical Conditions Requiring One Special Issuance Before Operating under BasicMed
A mental health disorder, limited to an established medical history or clinical diagnosis
A neurological disorder, limited to an established medical history or clinical diagnosis
A cardiovascular condition, limited to a one-time special issuance for each diagnosis
(list of conditions https://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/basic_med)
What priveleges apply
to a private pilot?
(61.113) PSCRIPT privileges
carry PASSENGERS*
(f) PPL who is an aircraft SALESMAN and who has at least 200hrs
(d) pilot in command of a CHARITABLE, nonprofit, or community event (500hrs PIC)
(e) (RESCUE) reimbursed for aircraft operating expenses that are directly related to search and location operations
(b-1) INCIDENTAL to that business or employment
(h) conduct a PRODUCTION flight test in a light-sport-aircraft
(g) towing a GLIDER (100hrs PIC)
What limitations apply to a private pilot?
(61.113) Limitations
(2) not carry passengers or property for compensation or hire
(c) may not pay less than the pro rata share of the operating expenses of a flight with passengers, provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees.
When can a Private Pilot act as PIC
of an aircraft for compensation or
hire?
(61.113)
Not for compensaiton or hire
pro rata share
The flight is only incidental to the business or employment of the pilot, and the pilot is not paid for acting as PIC.
The pilot acts as PIC of a charitable, nonprofit, or community event flight compliant with 14 CFR § 91.146
The pilot is reimbursed for operating expenses directly related to a search and location operation under the auspices of a public or private agency, per 14 CFR § 61.113(c).
The pilot is sharing flight expenses with passengers, provided the expenses are proportional and only cover fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees, per 14 CFR § 61.113(c).
If appropriately qualified, the pilot may tow a glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle under 14 CFR § 61.69.
The pilot may conduct production flight tests in a light-sport aircraft if they meet the requirements of 14 CFR § 61.113(h).
How do you remain current as a
private pilot?
(61.56)
(a) “a flight review consists of a minimum of 1 hr of flight training and 1 hr of ground training” by a certified instructor
every 24 months
if you get a new pilot certificate or rating, the checkride you pass to obtain it can count as a flight review
completing a “phase” within the FAA’s WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program can also substitute for a standard flight review
How do you remain current to carry passengers? (day)
(61.57)
made at least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings within the preceding 90 days
How do you remain current to carry passengers? (night)
(61.57)
made at least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop within the preceding 90 days
1hr after sunset, 1hr before sunrise
What are the different types of nights?
sunset and sunrise (lights)
evening civil twilight (log nighttime)
1hr after sunset, 1hr before sunrise (log night landings)
For currency what full-stop landings are required to stay current?
carry passengers at night
tailwheel
Do you have to log every flight in
your logbook?
(61.51)
No,
(a-1) “Training and aeronautical experience used to meet the requirements for a certificate, rating, or flight review of this part”
(certificate, rating, flight review, endorsement)*
