Appendix A A-17 I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of § 61.405(b)(1)(ii). I have determined that they are competent and possess instructional proficiency in stall awareness, spin entry, spins, and spin recovery procedures.
GROUND INSTRUCTOR ENDORSEMENT A.55 Ground instructor who does not meet the recent experience requirements:
§ 61.217(d). This endorsement is issued by an authorized instructor (ground or flight) as defined in § 61.1(b).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has demonstrated knowledge in the subject areas prescribed for a [basic, advanced, instrument] ground instructor under § 61.213(a)(3) and (a)(4), as appropriate.
SPECIAL FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATION (SFAR) 73, ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY, ROBINSON R-22/R-44 SPECIAL TRAINING AND
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS, ENDORSEMENTS A.56 R -22/R-44 ground training: SFAR 73, section 2(a)(1) or (2).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name, Pilot Certificate No. ] has received the ground training required by SFAR 73, section 2(a)(3)(i)–(v).
A.57 R -22 solo endorsement: SFAR 73, section 2(b)(3).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name, Pilot Certificate No. ] meets the experience requirements of SFAR 73, section 2(b)(3) and has been given training specified by SFAR 73, section 2(b)(3)(i)–(iv). They have been found proficient to solo the R-22 helicopter.
A.58 R -22 PIC endorsement: SFAR 73, section 2(b)(1)(ii).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name, Pilot Certificate No. ] has been given training specified by SFAR 73, section 2(b)(1)(ii)(A)–(D) for Robinson R-22 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)(1)(i) are met.
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
Appendix A A-18 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. 12-31-2026; 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). They have been found proficient to solo the R-44 helicopter.
A.62 R -44 PIC 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. 12-31-2026; or / s/ [date] I. M. Inspector FAA Aviation Safety Inspector 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 § 61.56 and SFAR 73, section 2(c)(2) and (3), on [date of flight review].
Appendix A A-19
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 (IPC): § 61.57(d). No logbook entry reflecting unsatisfactory performance on an IPC is required.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], [grade of pilot certificate], [certificate number], ha s satisfactorily completed the instrument proficiency check of § 61.57(d) in a [M/M] aircraft on [date].
A.68 To act as PIC 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 [M/M] complex airplane. I have determined that they are proficient in the operation and systems of a complex airplane.
A.69 To act as PIC 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 [M/M] high-performance airplane. I have determined that they are proficient in the operation and systems of a high-performance airplane.
A.70 To act as PIC 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 [M/M] pressurized aircraft. I have determined that they are proficient in the operation and systems of a pressurized aircraft.
A.71 To act as PIC 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.
Appendix A A-20 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 [M/M] of tailwheel airplane. I have determined that they are proficient in the operation of a tailwheel airplane.
A.72 To act as PIC 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 they are prepared to solo that [M/M] aircraft. Limitations:
[optional].
A.73 Retesting after failure of a knowledge or practical test: § 61.49. I n 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 gr ound, as appropriate] training as required by § 61.49. I have determined that they are 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 they are 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.
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 they are prepared for the [name of] practical test for the addition of a [name of specific aircraft category/class/type] type rating.
Appendix A A-21 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 [M/M] for [ground-tow, aerotow, self-launch] procedure. I have determined that they are 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], ha s 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 they are 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.
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 they are prepared for the [name of] knowledge test.
Note: This endorsement cannot be used for the ATP Airplane Multiengine Knowledge Test.
Appendix A A-22 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 M/M] 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 M/M] 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 they may use [number of hours] aeronautical experience obtained in an ultralight vehicle to meet the requirements for [certificate/rating/privilege].
NIGHT VISION GOGGLES OPERATIONS (NVGO) A.86 Endorsement required for ground training to act as PIC of an aircraft using night vision goggles (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.
A.87 Endorsement required for flight training and statement of proficiency to act as PIC 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 § 61.31(k)(2), (i) through (iv). I find them proficient in the use of night vision goggles.
Appendix A A-23 A.88 Endorsement required to provide training for NVGOs: § 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 FAA Order 8900.1, Flight Standards Information Management System.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name], holder of CFI Certificate No. [ ], m eets 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 RE Date 12-31-24 Position ENH
ANCED 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)].
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 [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 IN REVISION J
1. Replaced and updated flight instructor renewal requirements with flight instructor recent experience requirements to conform with FAA rulemaking effective December 1, 2024.
2. Replaced and updated flight instructor certificate reinstatement requirements with reinstatement of flight instructor privileges requirements to conform with FAA rulemaking effective December 1, 2024.
3. Replaced and updated SFAR 100-2 information with reference to new § 61.40 to conform with FAA rulemaking effective December 1, 2024.
4. Updated sample endorsements to replace flight instructor expiration date with recent experience end date to conform with FAA rulemaking effective December 1, 2024.
5. Updated terminology within gold seal flight instructor paragraphs to conform to FAA rulemaking effective December 1, 2024.
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