What are the five requirements of private pilots?
- Must be 17 years of age
- Be able to read/write/speak/understand the english language
- Receive a logbook endorsement/ training from CFI
- Pass AKT
- Meet aeronautical experience/ pass the practical exam
Where in the FAR/AIM does it talk about eligibility requirements for a private pilot?
61.103
What is the acronym to remember private pilot privileges and limitations?
PSCRIPT
What does PSCRIPT stand for?
P: Pro-Rata Share
S: Sales Demonstration Flight
C: Charity or Nonprofit Event
R: Rescue/ Search Operation
I: Incidental to Business
P: Production Test Flight
T: Tow a Glider
What does pro-rata share mean?
You must pay no less than share of operating expenses, and cannot be compensated.
When can you conduct a sales demonstration flight as a private pilot?
When you have more than 200 hours in the same category/class/type of plane.
You can do a charity or nonprofit event as a private pilot as complying to what section of the FAR/AIM?
91.146
Can private pilots assist in search and rescue operations?
Yes, when it’s official and government sponsored, and you can be reimbursed for expenses (like fuel, oil, etc.)
What section of the FAR/AIM talks about towing a glider?
61.69
What are the four required documents needed as a private pilot and what section do you find this information in in the FAR/AIM?
- Pilot Certificate (Student Certificate if solo)
- Government issued photo id (drivers license, passport)
- Valid Medical
- A logbook endorsement if you are a solo student
Found in section 61.3
What are the two things first class medicals are required for?
- PIC ATP Privileges
- Exercising the second-in-command privileges of an airline transport pilot certificate that requires 3 or more pilots, or when serving as a required flight crew-member under Part 121 and 60 years old or older
How long are first class medical privileges valid for if UNDER 40 years old?
12 calendar months if UNDER 40 years old
How long are first class medical privileges valid for if OVER 40 years old?
6 calendar months if OVER 40 years old
What are the two things second class medicals are required for?
- Second-in-command privileges of an airline transport pilot certificate under Part 121
- Privileges of a commercial pilot certificate
If exercising ATC SIC privileges (any age), how long are second class medical privileges valid for?
12 calendar months
How long are second class medical privileges valid for if UNDER 40 years old?
60 calendar months
How long are second class medical privileges valid for if OVER 40 years old?
24 calendar months
What are the five things third class medicals are required for?
- Exercising the privileges of a private pilot, recreational pilot, or student pilot certificate
- Exercising the privileges of a flight instructor certificate and acting as PIC
- Exercising the privileges of a flight instructor certificate and serving as a required flight crew-member
- Taking a practical test in an aircraft for a recreational pilot, private pilot, commercial pilot, airline transport pilot, or flight instructor certificate
- When performing the duties as an Examiner in an aircraft when administering a practical test or proficiency check
How long are third class medical privileges valid for if UNDER 40 years old?
60 calendar months
How long are third class medical privileges valid for if OVER 40 years old?
24 calendar months
What was BasicMed created by the FAA?
as a way to fly without having to visit an AME.
What are the three requirements of getting a BasicMed?
- Fill out a Comprehensive Medical Examination Checklist (CMEC) and bring to your physician every 48 months
- Complete an online course every 24 months
- Must have held a medical past July 14 2006
What are the five limitations of using BasicMed?
- Cannot fly for compensation or hire
- Cannot fly an aircraft certified for more than 6 occupants
- Cannot fly an aircraft with max gross TO weight of 6,000lbs+
- Cannot fly above 18,000’
- Cannot exceed 250kts
Where in the FAR/AIM can you find information on currency and recency?
61.57
