Become a Pilot - Federal Aviation Administration
Jul 9, 2024 · FAA's rules for getting a pilot's license (certificate) differ depending on the type of aircraft you fly. You can choose among airplanes, gyroplanes, helicopters, gliders, balloons, or …
Become a Pilot - Federal Aviation Administration
Mar 19, 2013 · You don't have to have a student pilot's certificate or a medical certificate to take flying lessons. Of course, you won't be able to fly solo right away. That takes time and the …
Pilots - Federal Aviation Administration
Aug 28, 2024 · Replace Your Pilot Certificate/License; Get Copies of Airman Certification Records; Replace a Knowledge Test Report; Request Temporary Authority to Exercise …
Student Pilot Training and Limits - Federal Aviation Administration
Feb 12, 2016 · Does my pilot training include a written test? Yes. Before flying solo, you must be familiar with some of the FAA’s rules and with the flight characteristics and operational …
Pilot Schools Information - Federal Aviation Administration
Oct 18, 2023 · Pilot training is available on-site at most airports, either through an FAA-certificated (approved) pilot school * or through other training providers. An approved school may be able …
Medical Certification - Federal Aviation Administration
May 27, 2025 · MedXPress is designed to expedite the processing of a pilot's request for certification and shorten the pilot's office visit with the AME. How do I get a Medical Certificate …
This advisory circular (AC) provides guidance for pilot and instructor applicants, pilots, flight instructors, ground instructors, and examiners on the certification standards, knowledge test …
Pilot Certificates & Records - Federal Aviation Administration
Aug 19, 2014 · Pilot Records Improvement Act (PRIA) Request Temporary Authority to Exercise Certificate Privileges; Sport Pilot; Verify Your Airman Certificates, Ratings and Privileges
What are the differences in the types of pilot licenses (certificates)?
A private pilot certificate lets the pilot carry passengers and provides for limited business use of an airplane. A commercial pilot certificate lets the pilot conduct some operations for compensation …
Recreational Pilot and Private Pilot Practical Tests
May 15, 2024 · FAA Flight Standards District Offices conduct practical tests for pilot certification either at the offices location or periodically in cities within the district. The offices are usually …