Appendix A A-17 A.59 R-22 flight instructor endorsement: SFAR 73, section 2(b)(5)(iv). This endorsement may only be issued by an FAA aviation safety inspector (ASI) or authorized designated examiner per SFAR 73, section 2(b)(5)(iv).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], holder of CFI Certificate No. [_____], meets the experience requirements, and has completed the flight training specified by SFAR 73, section 2(b)(5)(i–ii) and (iii)(A–D), and has demonstrated an ability to provide instruction on the general subject areas of SFAR 73, section 2(a)(3) and the flight training identified in SFAR 73, section 2(b)(5)(iii) in a Robinson R-22 helicopter.
/s/ [date] J. J. Jones DPE Designation Number, Exp. 12-31-19; or /s/ [date] I. M. Inspector FAA Aviation Safety Inspector A.60 Flight review in an R-22 helicopter: SFAR 73, section 2(c)(1) and (3).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name, Pilot Certificate No. _____] has satisfactorily completed the flight review in an R-22 required by § 61.56 and SFAR 73, section 2(c)(1) and (3), on [date of flight review].
A.61 R-44 solo endorsement: SFAR 73, section 2(b)(4).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name, Pilot Certificate No. _____] meets the experience requirements of SFAR 73, section 2(b)(4) and has been given training specified by SFAR 73, section 2(b)(4)(i–iv). [He or She] has been found proficient to solo the R-44 helicopter.
A.62 R-44 pilot-in-command endorsement: SFAR 73, section 2(b)(2)(ii).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name, Pilot Certificate No. _____] has been given training specified by SFAR 73, section 2(b)(2)(ii)(A–D) for Robinson R-44 helicopters and is proficient to act as pilot in command. An annual flight review must be completed by [date 12 calendar-months after date of this endorsement] unless the requirements of SFAR 73, section 2(b)(2)(i) are met.
A.63 R-44 flight instructor endorsement: SFAR 73, section 2(b)(5)(iv). This endorsement may only be issued by an FAA ASI or authorized DPE per SFAR 73, section 2(b)(5)(iv).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], holder of CFI Certificate No. [_____], meets the experience requirements and has completed the flight training specified by SFAR 73, section 2(b)(5)(i–ii) and (iii)(A–D), and has demonstrated an ability to provide instruction on the general subject areas of SFAR 73, section 2(a)(3) and the flight training identified in SFAR 73, section 2(b)(5)(iii) in a Robinson R-44 helicopter.
/s/ [date] J. J. Jones DPE Designation Number, Exp. 12-31-19; or /s/ [date] I. M. Inspector FAA Aviation Safety Inspector
Appendix A A-18 A.64 Flight review in an R-44 helicopter: SFAR 73, section 2(c)(2) and (3).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name, Pilot Certificate No. _____] has satisfactorily completed the flight review in an R-44 required by 14 CFR, § 61.56 and SFAR 73, section 2(c)(2) and (3), on [date of flight review].
ADDITIONAL ENDORSEMENTS A.65 Completion of a flight review: § 61.56(a) and (c). No logbook entry reflecting unsatisfactory performance on a flight review is required.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has satisfactorily completed a flight review of § 61.56(a) on [date].
A.66 Completion of any phase of an FAA-sponsored Pilot Proficiency Program (WINGS): § 61.56(e).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has satisfactorily completed Level: [Basic/Advanced/Master, as appropriate], PHASE NO. [..] OF A WINGS PROGRAM ON [DATE].
A.67 Completion of an instrument proficiency check: § 61.57(d). No logbook entry reflecting unsatisfactory performance on an instrument proficiency check is required.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has satisfactorily completed the instrument proficiency check of § 61.57(d) in a [make and model] aircraft on [date].
A.68 To act as pilot in command in a complex airplane: § 61.31(e).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the required training of § 61.31(e) in a [make and model] complex airplane.
I have determined that [he or she] is proficient in the operation and systems of a complex airplane.
A.69 To act as pilot in command in a high-performance airplane: § 61.31(f).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the required training of § 61.31(f) in a [make and model] high performance airplane. I have determined that [he or she] is proficient in the operation and systems of a high-performance airplane.
Appendix A A-19 A.70 To act as pilot in command in a pressurized aircraft capable of high-altitude operations: § 61.31(g).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the required training of § 61.31(g) in a [make and model] pressurized aircraft. I have determined that [he or she] is proficient in the operation and systems of a pressurized aircraft.
A.71 To act as pilot in command in a tailwheel airplane: § 61.31(i). This endorsement may be given in a sport pilot aircraft by a sport pilot instructor, or in an airplane by a flight instructor with a rating other than a sport pilot rating.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the required training of § 61.31(i) in a [make and model] of tailwheel airplane. I have determined that [he or she] is proficient in the operation of a tailwheel airplane.
A.72 To act as pilot in command of an aircraft in solo operations when the pilot does not hold an appropriate category/class rating: § 61.31(d)(2).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the training as required by § 61.31(d)(2) to serve as a pilot in command in a [specific category and class] of aircraft.
I have determined that [he or she] is prepared to solo that [make and model] aircraft.
Limitations: [optional].
A.73 Retesting after failure of a knowledge or practical test: § 61.49. In the case of a failed knowledge test, the instructor may complete the endorsement in the space provided at the bottom of the applicant’s Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR). The instructor must sign the block provided for the instructor’s recommendation on the reverse side of FAA Form 8710-1, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application, for each retake of a practical test.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the additional [flight and/or ground, as appropriate] training as required by § 61.49. I have determined that [he or she] is proficient to pass the [name of] knowledge/practical test.
A.74 Additional aircraft category or class rating (other than ATP): § 61.63(b) or (c).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the required training for an additional [aircraft category/class rating]. I have determined that [he or she] is prepared for the [name of] practical test for the addition of a [name of] [specific aircraft category/class/type] type rating.
A.75 Type rating only, already holds the appropriate category or class rating (other than ATP): § 61.63(d)(2).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of § 61.63(d)(2) for an addition of a [name of] type rating.
Appendix A A-20 A.76 Type rating concurrently with an additional category or class rating (other than ATP): § 61.63(d)(2).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of § 61.63(d)(2) for an addition of a [name of] [specific category/class/type] type rating.
I have determined that [he or she] is prepared for the [name of] practical test for the addition of a [name of] [specific aircraft category/class/type] type rating.
A.77 Type rating only, already holds the appropriate category or class rating (at the ATP level): § 61.157(b)(2).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of § 61.157(b)(2) for an addition of a [name of] type rating.
A.78 Type rating concurrently with an additional category or class rating (at the ATP level): § 61.157(b)(2).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of § 61.157(b)(2) for an addition of a [name of the specific category/class/type] type rating.
A.79 Launch procedures for operating a glider: § 61.31(j).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the required training in a glider [make and model] for [ground-tow, aerotow, self-launch] procedure. I have determined that [he or she] is proficient in [ground-tow, aerotow, self-launch] procedure.
A.80 Glider and unpowered ultralight vehicle towing experience: § 61.69(a)(5). This endorsement is made by the pilot who is qualified per § 61.69(c) and (d) and who conducted the flights. This endorsement does not have to be made by a flight instructor.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has accomplished at least three flights in an aircraft while towing [a glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle, or while simulating towing flight procedures, as applicable].
/s/ [date] J. J. Jones 987654321 A.81 Glider and unpowered ultralight vehicle towing ground and flight: § 61.69(a)(3).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the required ground and flight training in [a glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle, as applicable]. I have determined that [he or she] is proficient in the techniques and procedures essential to the safe towing of [gliders or unpowered vehicles, as applicable] including airspeed limitations; emergency procedures; signals used; and maximum angles of bank.
Appendix A A-21 A.82 Review of a home study curriculum: § 61.35(a)(1).
I certify I have reviewed the home study curriculum of [First name, MI, Last name].
I have determined that [he or she] is prepared for the [name of] knowledge test.
Note: This endorsement cannot be used for the ATP Airplane Multiengine Knowledge Test.
A.83 Experimental aircraft only—additional aircraft category or class rating (other than ATP): § 61.63(h).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], as required by § 61.63(h), is proficient to act as pilot in command in a [category, class, make, and model] of experimental aircraft and has logged at least 5 hours flight time logged between September 1, 2004, and August 31, 2005, while acting as pilot in command in [aircraft category/class rating and make and model] that has been issued an experimental certificate.
A.84 Experimental aircraft only—additional aircraft category or class rating ATP:
§ 61.65(g).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], as required by § 61.65(g) is proficient to act as pilot in command in a [category, class, make, and model] of experimental aircraft and has logged at least 5 hours flight time logged between September 1, 2004, and August 31, 2005, while acting as pilot in command in [aircraft category/class rating and make and model] that has been issued an experimental certificate.
A.85 Aeronautical experience credit—ultralight vehicles: § 61.52.
I certify that I have reviewed the records of [First name, MI, Last name], as required by § 61.52(c). I have determined that [he or she] may use [number of hours] aeronautical experience obtained in an ultralight vehicle to meet the requirements for [certificate/rating/privilege].
NIGHT VISION GOGGLES (NVG) OPERATIONS A.86 Endorsement required for ground training to act as pilot in command of an aircraft using NVG: § 61.31(k)(1). This training and endorsement must be given by an authorized instructor, which is one who meets the requirements of § 61.195(k)(1) through (7). Refer to § 61.31(k)(3) for exceptions to this required ground training.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the ground training required by § 61.31(k)(1), (i) through (v) to conduct night vision goggle operations.
Appendix A A-22 A.87 Endorsement required for flight training and statement of proficiency to act as pilot in command of an aircraft using NVG: § 61.31(k)(2). This training and endorsement must be given by an authorized instructor, which is one who meets the requirements of § 61.195(k)(1) through (7). Refer to § 61.31(k)(3) for exceptions to this required flight training.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the flight training on night vision goggle operations required by 14 CFR § 61.31(k)(2), (i) through (iv). I find [he or she] proficient in the use of night vision goggles.
A.88 Endorsement required to provide training for NVG operations: § 61.195(k)(7).
“Position,” as mentioned in the signature block of the endorsement, is a person who is authorized by the FAA to provide that logbook endorsement. Refer to Order 8900.1.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], holder of CFI Certificate No. [ ], meets the night vision goggle instructor requirements of § 61.195(k) and is authorized to perform the night vision goggle pilot-in-command qualification and recent flight experience requirements under §§ 61.31(k) and 61.57(f) and (g). This endorsement does not provide the authority to endorse another flight instructor as a night vision goggle instructor.
/s/ [date] I. M. Inspector 987654321CFI Exp. 12-31-19 Position
ENHANCED FLIGHT VISION SYSTEM (EFVS) A.89 Endorsement for EFVS ground training: § 61.66(a).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [pilot certificate], [certificate number], has satisfactorily completed the ground training required by § 61.66(a) appropriate to the [appropriate aircraft category] category of aircraft.
A.90 Endorsement for EFVS flight training: § 61.66(b).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [pilot certificate], [certificate number], has received the flight training required by § 61.66(b) and is proficient in the use of EFVS in the [appropriate aircraft category in which the flight training was conducted] category of aircraft for EFVS operations conducted under [§ 91.176(a), (b), or both § 91.176(a) and (b)].
A.91 Endorsement for EFVS ground and flight training: § 61.66(a) and (b).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [pilot certificate], [certificate number], has satisfactorily completed the ground training required by § 61.66(a) and has received the flight training required by § 61.66(b) for EFVS operations and is proficient in the use of EFVS in the [appropriate aircraft category in which the ground and flight training was conducted] category of aircraft for EFVS operations conducted under [§ 91.176(a), (b), or both § 91.176(a) and (b)].
Appendix A A-23 A.92 Endorsement for EFVS supplementary training: § 61.66(c).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [pilot certificate], [certificate number], has satisfactorily completed the required ground and flight training required by § 61.66(c) for EFVS operations and is proficient in the use of EFVS in the [the appropriate aircraft category in which the supplementary ground and flight training was conducted] category of aircraft for EFVS operations conducted under [§ 91.176(a), (b), or both § 91.176(a) and (b)].
Appendix B B-1 APPENDIX B. SUMMARY OF CHANGES
1. Added Internet references to detailed and current information in place of some text descriptions.
2. Removed redundant descriptions and paragraphs.
3. Removed Appendix B, Pilot Certificate Applicant Identity Verification.
Removed references to government websites for identification information.
Added reference to FAA testing website for identification verification information.
4. Updated information on English language standards. Removed redundant paragraph on English language requirement.
5. Added information to clarify the meaning and application of time limits:
2 calendar-months or 60 calendar-days.
6. Reworded paragraph for testing from the ground for single-seat light-sport aircraft (LSA).
7. Updated FAA office titles and removed office codes.
8. Replaced “M/M” abbreviation with the words “make and model” for clarity.
9. Added detail to commercial pilot certification for an applicant who does not hold an instrument rating.
10. Added a paragraph explaining new regulation permitting the use of a technically advanced airplane for commercial pilot airplane single-engine class experience requirements.
11. Added paragraph for flight instructors with a sport pilot rating and single-engine airplane privileges who wish to provide training on control and maneuvering an airplane solely by reference to the instruments to their students pursuing a sport pilot rating. Added a corresponding endorsement in Appendix A, Sample Endorsements.
12. Added a paragraph describing tailwheel endorsement requirements.
13. Renamed Appendix A from Instructor Endorsements to Sample Endorsements (because persons other than instructors may provide certain endorsements).
14. Removed signature lines for sample endorsements, except for endorsements that someone other than a flight instructor or a ground instructor would make.
Sample flight instructor and ground instructor signature lines are shown in the introduction to Appendix A.
Appendix B B-2
15. Expanded sample endorsement for pre-solo flight training at night to agree with § 61.87(o).
16. Moved content of “Notes” up to main paragraphs which they supplement.
17. Updated ground instructor endorsement for recent experience to agree with § 61.127(d).
18. Added two sample endorsements for night vision goggles (NVG).
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