areas of operation:

(1)  The use of radios, communications, navigation systems and
facilities, and radar services.

(2)  Operations at airports with an operating control tower, to include
three takeoffs and landings to a full stop, with each landing involving
a flight in the traffic pattern, at an airport with an operating control
tower.

(3)  Applicable flight rules of part 91 of this chapter for operations
in Class B, C, and D airspace and air traffic control clearances.

(4)  Ground and flight training for the specific Class B, C, or D
airspace for which the solo flight is authorized, if applicable, within
the 90-day period preceding the date of the flight in that airspace. The
flight training must be received in the specific airspace area for which
solo flight is authorized.

(5)  Ground and flight training for the specific airport located in
Class B, C, or D airspace for which the solo flight is authorized, if
applicable, within the 90-day period preceding the date of the flight at
that airport.  The flight and ground training must be received at the
specific airport for which solo flight is authorized.

(b)  The authorized instructor who provides the training specified in
paragraph (a) of this section must provide a logbook endorsement that
certifies the student has received that training and is proficient to
conduct solo flight in that specific airspace or at that specific
airport and in those aeronautical knowledge areas and areas of operation
specified in this section.

36.  Amend §61.95 by adding paragraph (c) to read as follows:

§ 61.95  Operations in Class B airspace and at airports located within
Class B airspace.

*          *          *          *          *

(c)  This section does not apply to a student pilot seeking a sport
pilot certificate or a recreational pilot certificate.

37.  Amend §61.99 by revising the introductory text to read as follows:

§ 61.99  Aeronautical experience.

A person who applies for a recreational pilot certificate must receive
and log at least 30 hours of flight time that includes at least—

* 	* 	*	 *	 *

38.  Amend §61.101 by:

a.  Revising paragraph (b) introductory text and paragraph (c)
introductory text;

b.  Redesignating paragraphs (d) through (i) as paragraphs (e) through
(j), respectively;

c.  Revising redesignated paragraphs (e) introductory text, (e)(1),
(e)(2), (e)(7), (e)(11), and (e)(12); and

d.  Adding new paragraph (d).

The addition and revisions read as follows:

§61.101  Recreational pilot privileges and limits.

* 	* 	* 	*	 *

(b)  A person who holds a current and valid recreational pilot
certificate may act as pilot in command of an aircraft on a flight
within 50 nautical miles from the departure airport, provided that
person has—

*	 * 	*	*	*

(c)  A person who holds a current and valid recreational pilot
certificate may act as pilot in command of an aircraft on a flight that
exceeds 50 nautical miles from the departure airport, provided that
person has—

* 	* 	* 	*	*

(d)  A person who holds a current and valid recreational pilot
certificate may act as pilot in command of an aircraft in Class B, C,
and D airspace, at an airport located in Class B, C, or D airspace, and
to, from, through, or at an airport having an operational control tower,
provided that person has--

(1)  Received and logged ground and flight training from an authorized
instructor on the following aeronautical knowledge areas and areas of
operation, as appropriate to the aircraft rating held:

(i)  The use of radios, communications, navigation system and
facilities, and radar services.

(ii)  Operations at airports with an operating control tower to include
three takeoffs and landings to a full stop, with each landing involving
a flight in the traffic pattern at an airport with an operating control
tower.

(iii)  Applicable flight rules of part 91 of this chapter for operations
in Class B, C, and D airspace and air traffic control clearances;

(2)  Been found proficient in those aeronautical knowledge areas and
areas of operation specified in paragraph (d)(1) of this section; and

(3)  Received from an authorized instructor a logbook endorsement, which
is carried on the person’s possession or readily accessible in the
aircraft, that certifies the person has received and been found
proficient in those aeronautical knowledge areas and areas of operation
specified in paragraph (d)(1) of this section.

(e)  Except as provided in paragraphs (d) and (i) of this section, a
recreational pilot may not act as pilot in command of an aircraft—

(1)  That is certificated—

(i)  For more than four occupants;

(ii)  With more than one powerplant;

(iii)  With a powerplant of more than 180 horsepower; or

(iv)  With retractable landing gear;

(2)  That is classified as a multiengine airplane, powered-lift, glider,
airship, balloon, powered parachute, or weight-shift-control aircraft;

 *	 * 	* 	*	 *

	(7)  In Class A, B, C, and D airspace, at an airport located in Class
B, C, or D airspace, or to, from, through, or at an airport having an
operational control tower;

 * 	*	 *	 *	 *

(11)  On a flight outside the United States, unless authorized by the
country in which the flight is conducted;

(12)  To demonstrate that aircraft in flight as an aircraft salesperson
to a prospective buyer;

* 	* 	* 	* 	*

39.  Amend §61.107 by adding paragraphs (b)(9) and (b)(10) to read as
follows:

§61.107  Flight proficiency.

* 	*	 *	 *	 *

(b)  * * *

(9)  For a powered parachute category rating—

(i)  Preflight preparation;

(ii)  Preflight procedures;

(iii)  Airport and seaplane base operations, as applicable;

(iv)  Takeoffs, landings, and go-arounds;

(v)  Performance maneuvers;

(vi)  Ground reference maneuvers;

(vii)  Navigation;

(viii)  Night operations, except as provided in §61.110;

(ix)  Emergency operations; and

(x)  Post-flight procedures.

(10)  For a weight-shift-control aircraft category rating—

(i)  Preflight preparation;

(ii)  Preflight procedures;

(iii)  Airport and seaplane base operations, as applicable;

(iv)  Takeoffs, landings, and go-arounds;

(v)  Performance maneuvers;

(vi)  Ground reference maneuvers;

(vii)  Navigation;

(viii)  Slow flight and stalls;

(ix)  Night operations, except as provided in §61.110;

(x)  Emergency operations; and

(xi)  Post-flight procedures.

40.  Amend §61.109 by:

a.  Revising the reference to “paragraph (i)” to read “paragraph
(k)” in the introductory text of paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d), and
(e);

b.  Redesignating paragraph (i) as paragraph (k) and revising the
reference to “paragraph (i)(2)” to read “paragraph (k)(2)” in
redesignated paragraph (k)(1); and

c.  Adding new paragraphs (i) and (j).

The additions and revisions read as follows:

§61.109  Aeronautical experience.

* 	*	 *	 *	 *

(i)  For a powered parachute rating. A person who applies for a private
pilot certificate with a powered parachute category rating must log at
least 25 hours of flight time in a powered parachute that includes at
least 10 hours of flight training with an authorized instructor,
including 30 takeoffs and landings, and 10 hours of solo
flight training in the areas of operation listed in §61.107 (b)(9) and
the training must include at least –

(1)  One hour of cross-country flight training in a powered parachute
that includes a 1-hour cross-country flight with a landing at an airport
at least 25 nautical miles from the airport of departure;

(2)  Except as provided in §61.110, 3 hours of night flight training
in a powered parachute that includes 10 takeoffs and landings (with each
landing involving a flight in the traffic pattern) at an airport;

(3)  Three hours of flight training in preparation for the practical
test in a powered parachute, which must have been performed within the
60-day period preceding the date of the test; and

(4)  Three hours of solo flight time in a powered parachute, consisting
of at least—

(i)  One solo cross-country flight with a landing at an airport at least
25 nautical miles from the departure airport; and

(ii)  Twenty solo takeoffs and landings to a full stop (with each
landing involving a flight in a traffic pattern) at an airport, with at
least 3 takeoffs and landings at an airport with an operating control
tower.

(j)  For a weight-shift-control aircraft rating.  A person who applies
for a private pilot certificate with a weight-shift-control rating must
log at least 40 hours of flight time that includes at least 20 hours of
flight training with an authorized instructor and 10 hours of solo
flight training in the areas listed in §61.107 (b)(10) and the training
must include at least--

(1)  Three hours of cross-country flight training in a
weight-shift-control aircraft;

(2)  Except as provided in §61.110, 3 hours of night flight training in
a weight-shift-control aircraft that includes—

(i)  One cross-country flight over 75 nautical miles total distance; and

(ii)  Ten takeoffs and landings (with each landing involving a flight in
the traffic pattern) at an airport;

(3)  Three hours of flight training in preparation for the practical
test in a weight-shift-control aircraft, which must have been performed
within the 60-day period preceding the date of the test; and

(4)  Ten hours of solo flight time in a weight-shift-control aircraft,
consisting of at least–

(i)  Five hours of solo cross-country time;

(ii)  One solo cross-country flight over 100 nautical miles total
distance, with landings at a minimum of three points, and one segment of
the flight being a straight line distance of at least 50 nautical miles
between takeoff and landing locations; and

(iii)  Three takeoffs and landings (with each landing involving a flight
in the traffic pattern) at an airport with an operating control tower.

*	 *	 * 	* 	*

41.  Amend §61.110 by adding paragraph (c) to read as follows:

§61.110  Night flying exceptions.

* 	*	 *	 * 	*

(c)  A person who does not meet the night flying requirements in
§61.109 (d)(2), (i)(2), or (j)(2) may be issued a private pilot
certificate with the limitation “Night flying prohibited.”  This
limitation may be removed by an examiner if the holder complies with the
requirements of §61.109 (d)(2), (i)(2), or (j)(2), as appropriate.

42.  Amend §61.113 by revising paragraph (g) to read as follows:

§61.113  Private pilot privileges and limitations:  Pilot in command.

* 	* 	*	 * 	*

(g)  A private pilot who meets the requirements of §61.69 may act as a
pilot in command of an aircraft towing a glider or unpowered ultralight
vehicle.

43.  Amend 61.165 by adding paragraph (f) to read as follows:

§61.165  Additional aircraft category and class ratings.

*	*	*	*	*

(f)  Category class ratings for the operation of aircraft with
experimental certificates.  Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs
(a) through (e) of this section, a person holding an airline transport
certificate may apply for a category and class rating limited to a
specific make and model of experimental aircraft, provided—

(1)  The person has logged at least 5 hours flight time while acting as
pilot in command in the same category, class, make, and model of
aircraft that has been issued an experimental certificate;

(2)  The person has received a logbook endorsement from an authorized
instructor who has determined that he or she is proficient to act as
pilot in command of the same category, class, make, and model of
aircraft for which application is made; and

(3)  The flight time specified in paragraph (f)(1) of this section must
be logged between September 1, 2004 and August 31, 2005.

Subpart H—Flight Instructors Other Than Flight Instructors with a
Sport Pilot Rating

44.  Revise the heading of subpart H to read as set forth above.

45.  Revise §61.181 to read as follows:

§61.181  Applicability.

This subpart prescribes the requirements for the issuance of flight
instructor certificates and ratings (except for flight instructor
certificates with a sport pilot rating), the conditions under which
those certificates and ratings are necessary, and the limitations on
those certificates and ratings.

46.  Amend §61.213 by revising paragraphs (a)(4)(i) and (a)(4)(ii) to
read as follows:

§61.213  Eligibility requirements.

	(a)  * * *

(4)  * * *

(i)  For a basic ground instructor rating §§61.97, 61.105, and 61.309;

(ii)  For an advanced ground instructor rating §§61.97, 61.105,
61.125, 61.155, and 61.309; and

*	 * 	* 	* 	*

47.  Amend §61.215 by revising paragraph (a) to read as follows:

§61.215  Ground instructor privileges.

(a)  A person who holds a basic ground instructor rating is authorized
to provide—

(1)  Ground training in the aeronautical knowledge areas required for
the issuance of a sport pilot certificate, recreational pilot
certificate, private pilot certificate, or associated ratings under this
part;

(2)  Ground training required for a sport pilot, recreational pilot, and
private pilot flight review; and

(3)  A recommendation for a knowledge test required for the issuance of
a sport pilot certificate, recreational pilot certificate, or private
pilot certificate under this part.

* 	* 	*	 * 	*

48.  Amend part 61 by adding subpart J to read as follows:

Subpart J— Sport Pilots

Sec.

61.301  What is the purpose of this subpart and to whom does it apply?

61.303  If I want to operate a light-sport aircraft, what operating
limits and endorsement requirements in this subpart must I comply with?

61.305  What are the age and language requirements for a sport pilot
certificate?

61.307  What tests do I have to take to obtain a sport pilot
certificate?

61.309  What aeronautical knowledge must I have to apply for a sport
pilot certificate?

61.311  What flight proficiency requirements must I meet to apply for a
sport pilot certificate?

61.313  What aeronautical experience must I have to apply for a sport
pilot certificate?

61.315  What are the privileges and limits of my sport pilot
certificate?

61.317  Is my sport pilot certificate issued with aircraft category and
class ratings?

61.319  Can I operate a make and model of aircraft other than the make
and model for which I have received an endorsement?

61.321  How do I obtain privileges to operate an additional category or
class of light-sport aircraft?

61.323  How do I obtain privileges to operate a make and model of
lights-port aircraft in the same category and class within a different
set of aircraft?

61.325  How do I obtain privileges to operate a light-sport aircraft at
an airport within, or in airspace within, Class B, C, and D airspace, or
in other airspace with an airport having an operational control tower?

61.327  How do I obtain privileges to operate a light-sport aircraft
that has a VH greater than 87 knots CAS?

61.329  Are there special provisions for obtaining a sport pilot
certificate for persons who are registered ultralight pilots with an
FAA-recognized ultralight organization?

§61.301  What is the purpose of this subpart and to whom does it apply?

(a)  This subpart prescribes the following requirements that apply to a
sport pilot certificate:

(1)  Eligibility.

(2)  Aeronautical knowledge.

(3)  Flight proficiency.

(4)  Aeronautical experience.

(5)  Endorsements.

(6)  Privileges and limits.

(7)  Transition provisions for registered ultralight pilots.

(b)  Other provisions of this part apply to the logging of flight time
and testing.

(c)  This subpart applies to applicants for, and holders of, sport pilot
certificates.  It also applies to holders of recreational pilot
certificates and higher, as provided in §61.303.

§61.303  If I want to operate a light-sport aircraft, what operating
limits and endorsement requirements in this subpart must I comply with?

	(a)  Use the following table to determine what operating limits and
endorsement requirements in this subpart, if any, apply to you when you
operate a light-sport aircraft.  The medical certificate specified in
this table must be valid.  If you hold a recreational pilot certificate,
but not a medical certificate, you must comply with cross-country
requirements in §61.101 (c), even if your flight does not exceed 50
nautical miles from your departure airport.  You must also comply with
requirements in other subparts of this part that apply to your
certificate and the operation you conduct.

If you hold	And you hold	Then you may operate	And

(1)  A medical certificate,	(i)  A sport pilot certificate,	(A)  Any
light sport aircraft for which you hold the endorsements required for
its category, class, make and model,	(1)  You must hold any other
endorsements required by this subpart, and comply with the limitations
in §61.315.

	(ii)  At least a recreational pilot certificate with a category and
class rating,	(A)  Any light sport aircraft in that category and class,
(1)  You do not have to hold any of the endorsements required by this
subpart, nor do you have to comply with the limitations in §61.315.

	(iii)  At least a recreational pilot certificate but not a rating for
the category and class of light sport aircraft you operate,	(A)  That
light sport aircraft, only if you hold the endorsements required in
§61.321 for its category and class,	(1)  You must comply with the
limitations in §61.315, except §61.315 (c)(14) and, if a private pilot
or higher, §61.315 (c)(7).

(2) Only a U.S. driver’s license,	(i)  A sport pilot certificate,	(A)
Any light sport aircraft for which you hold the endorsements required
for its category, class, make and model,	(1)  You must hold any other
endorsements required by this subpart, and comply with the limitations
in §61.315.

	(ii)  At least a   recreational pilot certificate with a category and
class rating,	(A)  Any light sport aircraft in that category and class,
(1) You do not have to hold any of the endorsements required by this
subpart, but you must comply with the limitations in §61.315.

	(iii)  At least a   recreational pilot certificate but not a rating for
the category and class of light-sport aircraft you operate,	(A)  That
light sport aircraft, only if you hold the endorsements required in
§61.321 for its category and class,	(1)  You must comply with the
limitations in §61.315, except §61.315 (c)(14) and, if a private pilot
or higher, §61.315 (c)(7).

(3)  Neither a medical certificate nor a U.S. driver’s license,	(i)  A
sport pilot certificate,	(A)  Only a light sport glider or balloon for
which you hold the endorsements required for its category, class, make
and model,	(1)  You must hold any other endorsements required by this
subpart, and comply with the limitations in §61.315.

	(ii)  At least a private pilot certificate with a category and class
rating for glider or balloon,	(A)  Only a light sport glider or balloon
in that category and class,	(1)  You do not have to hold any of the
endorsements required by this subpart, but you must comply with the
limitations in §61.315.

	(iii)  At least a private pilot certificate but not a rating for glider
or balloon,	(A)  Only a light sport glider or balloon, if you hold the
endorsements required in §61.321 for its category and class,	(1)  You
must comply with the limitations in §61.315, except §61.315 (c)(14)
and, if a private pilot or higher, §61.315 (c)(7).

(b) A person using a current and valid U.S. driver’s license to meet
the requirements of this paragraph must--

(1)  Comply with each restriction and limitation imposed by that
person’s U.S. driver’s license and any judicial or administrative
order applying to the operation of a motor vehicle;

(2)  Have been found eligible for the issuance of at least a third-class
airman medical certificate at the time of his or her most recent
application (if the person has applied for a medical certificate);

(3)  Not have had his or her most recently issued medical certificate
(if the person has held a medical certificate) suspended or revoked or
most recent Authorization for a Special Issuance of a Medical
Certificate withdrawn; and

(4)  Not know or have reason to know of any medical condition that would
make that person unable to operate a light-sport aircraft in a safe
manner.

§61.305  What are the age and language requirements for a sport pilot
certificate?

(a)  To be eligible for a sport pilot certificate you must:

(1)  Be at least 17 years old (or 16 years old if you are applying to
operate a glider or balloon).

(2)  Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.  If you
cannot read, speak, write, and understand English because of medical
reasons, the FAA may place limits on your certificate as are necessary
for the safe operation of light-sport aircraft.

§61.307  What tests do I have to take to obtain a sport pilot
certificate?

To obtain a sport pilot certificate, you must pass the following tests:

(a)  Knowledge test.  You must pass a knowledge test on the applicable
aeronautical knowledge areas listed in §61.309.  Before you may take
the knowledge test for a sport pilot certificate, you must receive a
logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who trained you or
reviewed and evaluated your home-study course on the aeronautical
knowledge areas listed in §61.309 certifying you are prepared for the
test.

(b)  Practical test.  You must pass a practical test on the applicable
areas of operation listed in §§61.309 and 61.311.  Before you may take
the practical test for a sport pilot certificate, you must receive a
logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who provided you with
flight training on the areas of operation specified in §§61.309
and 61.311 in preparation for the practical test.  This endorsement
certifies that you meet the applicable aeronautical knowledge and
experience requirements and are prepared for the practical test.

§61.309  What aeronautical knowledge must I have to apply for a sport
pilot certificate?

Except as specified in §61.329, to apply for a sport pilot certificate
you must receive and log ground training from an authorized instructor
or complete a home-study course on the following aeronautical knowledge
areas:

(a)  Applicable regulations of this chapter that relate to sport pilot
privileges, limits, and flight operations.

(b)  Accident reporting requirements of the National Transportation
Safety Board.

(c)  Use of the applicable portions of the aeronautical information
manual and FAA advisory circulars.

(d)  Use of aeronautical charts for VFR navigation using pilotage, dead
reckoning, and navigation systems, as appropriate.

(e)  Recognition of critical weather situations from the ground and in
flight, windshear avoidance, and the procurement and use of aeronautical
weather reports and forecasts.

(f)  Safe and efficient operation of aircraft, including collision
avoidance, and recognition and avoidance of wake turbulence.

(g)  Effects of density altitude on takeoff and climb performance.

(h)  Weight and balance computations.

(i)  Principles of aerodynamics, powerplants, and aircraft systems.

(j)  Stall awareness, spin entry, spins, and spin recovery techniques,
as applicable.

(k)  Aeronautical decision making and risk management.

(l)  Preflight actions that include––

(1)  How to get information on runway lengths at airports of intended
use, data on takeoff and landing distances, weather reports and
forecasts, and fuel requirements; and

(2)  How to plan for alternatives if the planned flight cannot be
completed or if you encounter delays.

§61.311  What flight proficiency requirements must I meet to apply for
a sport pilot certificate?

Except as specified in §61.329, to apply for a sport pilot certificate
you must receive and log ground and flight training from an authorized
instructor on the following areas of operation, as appropriate, for
airplane single-engine land or sea, glider, gyroplane, airship, balloon,
powered parachute land or sea, and weight-shift-control aircraft land or
sea privileges:

(a)  Preflight preparation.

(b)  Preflight procedures.

(c)  Airport, seaplane base, and gliderport operations, as applicable.

(d)  Takeoffs (or launches), landings, and go-arounds.

(e)  Performance maneuvers, and for gliders, performance speeds.

(f)  Ground reference maneuvers (not applicable to gliders and
balloons).

(g)  Soaring techniques (applicable only to gliders).

(h)  Navigation.

(i)  Slow flight (not applicable to lighter-than-air aircraft and
powered parachutes).

(j)  Stalls (not applicable to lighter-than-air aircraft, gyroplanes,
and powered parachutes).

(j)  Emergency operations.

(k)  Post-flight procedures.

§61.313  What aeronautical experience must I have to apply for a sport
pilot certificate?

Except as specified in §61.329, use the following table to determine
the aeronautical experience you must have to apply for a sport pilot
certificate:

If you are applying for a sport pilot certificate with…	Then you must
log at least…	Which must include at least…

(a)  Airplane category and single-engine land or sea class privileges,
(1)  20 hours of flight time, including at least 15 hours of flight
training from an authorized instructor in a single-engine airplane and
at least 5 hours of solo flight training in the areas of operation
listed in §61.311,	(i)  2 hours of cross-country flight training,

(ii)  10 takeoffs and landings to a full stop (with each landing
involving a flight in the traffic pattern) at an airport;

(iii)  One solo cross-country flight of at least 75 nautical miles
total distance, with a full-stop landing at a minimum of two points and
one segment of the flight consisting of a straight-line distance of at
least 25 nautical miles between the takeoff and landing locations, and

(iv)  3 hours of flight training on those areas of operation specified
in §61.311 preparing for the practical test within 60 days before the
date of the test.

(b)  Glider category privileges, and you have not logged at least
20 hours of flight time in a heavier-than-air aircraft,	(1)  10 hours
of flight time in a glider, including 10 flights in a glider receiving
flight training from an authorized instructor and at least 2 hours of
solo flight training in the areas of operation listed in §61.311, 	(i)
Five solo launches and landings, and

(ii)  3 hours of flight training on those areas of operation specified
in §61.311 preparing for the practical test within 60 days before the
date of the test.

(c)  Glider category privileges, and you have logged 20 hours flight
time in a heavier-than-air aircraft,	(1)  3 hours of flight time in a
glider, including five flights in a glider while receiving flight
training from an authorized instructor and at least 1 hour of solo
flight training in the areas of operation listed in § 61.311,	(i)
Three solo launches and landings, and

(ii)  3 hours of flight training on those areas of operation specified
in §61.311 preparing for the practical test within 60 days before the
date of the test.

(d)  Rotorcraft category and gyroplane class privileges,	(1)  20 hours
of flight time, including 15 hours of flight training from an authorized
instructor in a gyroplane and at least 5 hours of solo flight training
in the areas of operation listed in §61.311,	(i)  2 hours of
cross-country flight training,

(ii)  10 takeoffs and landings to a full stop (with each landing
involving a flight in the traffic pattern) at an airport,

(iii)  One solo cross-country flight of at least 50 nautical miles
total distance, with a full-stop landing at a minimum of two points, and
one segment of the flight consisting of a straight-line distance of at
least 25 nautical miles between the takeoff and landing locations, and

(iv)  3 hours of flight training on those areas of operation specified
in §61.311 preparing for the practical test within 60 days before the
date of the test.

(e)  Lighter-than-air category and airship class privileges,	(1)  20
hours of flight time, including 15 hours of flight training from an
authorized instructor in an airship and at least 3 hours performing the
duties of pilot in command in an airship with an authorized instructor
in the areas of operation listed in §61.311,	(i)  2 hours of
cross-country flight training,

(ii)  Three takeoffs and landings to a full stop (with each landing
involving a flight in the traffic pattern) at an airport,

(iii)  One cross-country flight of at least 25 nautical miles between
the takeoff and landing locations, and

(iv)  3 hours of flight training on those areas of operation specified
in §61.311 preparing for the practical test within 60 days before the
date of the test.

(f)  Lighter-than-air category and balloon class privileges,

	(1)  7 hours of flight time in a balloon, including three flights with
an authorized instructor and one flight performing the duties of pilot
in command in a balloon with an authorized instructor in the areas of
operation listed in §61.311,	(i)  2 hours of cross-country flight
training,

 and

(ii)  3 hours of flight training on those areas of operation specified
in §61.311 preparing for the practical test within 60 days before the
date of the test.

(g)  Powered parachute category land or sea class privileges,	(1) 12
hours of flight time in a powered parachute, including 10 hours flight
training and, and at least 2 hours solo flight training in the areas of
operation listed in §61.311. 	(i)  1 hour of cross-country flight
training,

(ii)  20 takeoffs and landings to a full stop in a powered parachute
with each landing involving flight in the traffic pattern at an airport;

(iii)  10 solo takeoffs and landings to a full stop (with each landing
involving a flight in the traffic pattern) at an airport,

(iv)  One solo flight with a landing at a different airport and one
segment of the flight consisting of a straight-line distance of at least
10 nautical miles between takeoff and landing locations, and

(v)  3 hours of flight training on those areas of operation specified in
§61.311 preparing for the practical test within 60 days before the
date of the test.

(h)  Weight-shift-control aircraft category land or sea class
privileges,	(1)  20 hours of flight time, including 15 hours of flight
training from an authorized instructor in a weight-shift-control
aircraft and at least 5 hours of solo flight training in the areas of
operation listed in §61.311,	(i)  2 hours of cross-country flight
training;

(ii)  10 takeoffs and landings to a full stop (with each landing
involving a flight in the traffic pattern) at an airport,

(iii)  One solo cross-country flight of at least 50 nautical miles
total distance, with a full-stop landing at a minimum of two points, and
one segment of the flight consisting of a straight-line distance of at
least 25 nautical miles between takeoff and landing locations, and

(iv)  3 hours of flight training on those areas of operation specified
in §61.311 preparing for the practical test within 60 days before the
date of the test.

§61.315  What are the privileges and limits of my sport pilot
certificate?

(a)  If you hold a sport pilot certificate you may act as pilot in
command of a light-sport aircraft, except as specified in paragraph (c)
of this section.

(b)  You may share the operating expenses of a flight with a passenger,
provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenses, or
aircraft rental fees.  You must pay at least half the operating expenses
of the flight.

(c)  You may not act as pilot in command of a light-sport aircraft:

(1)  That is carrying a passenger or property for compensation or hire.

(2)  For compensation or hire.

(3)  In furtherance of a business.

(4)  While carrying more than one passenger.

(5)   At night.

(6)  In Class A airspace.

(7)  In Class B, C, and D airspace, at an airport located in Class B, C,
or D airspace, and to, from, through, or at an airport having an
operational control tower unless you have met the requirements specified
in §61.325.

(8)  Outside the United States, unless you have prior authorization from
the country in which you seek to operate.  Your sport pilot certificate
carries the limit “Holder does not meet ICAO requirements.”

(9)  To demonstrate the aircraft in flight to a prospective buyer if you
are an aircraft salesperson.

(10)  In a passenger-carrying airlift sponsored by a charitable
organization.

(11)  At an altitude of more than 10,000 feet MSL.

(12)  When the flight or surface visibility is less than 3 statute
miles.

(13)  Without visual reference to the surface.

(14)  If the aircraft has a VH that exceeds 87 knots CAS, unless you
have met the requirements of §61.327.

(15)  Contrary to any operating limitation placed on the airworthiness
certificate of the aircraft being flown.

(16)  Contrary to any limit or endorsement on your pilot certificate,
airman medical certificate, or any other limit or endorsement from an
authorized instructor.

(17)  Contrary to any restriction or limitation on your U.S. driver’s
license or any restriction or limitation imposed by judicial or
administrative order when using your driver’s license to satisfy a
requirement of this part.

(18)  While towing any object.

(19)  As a pilot flight crewmember on any aircraft for which more than
one pilot is required by the type certificate of the aircraft or the
regulations under which the flight is conducted.

§61.317  Is my sport pilot certificate issued with aircraft category
and class ratings?

Your sport pilot certificate does not list aircraft category and class
ratings.  When you successfully pass the practical test for a sport
pilot certificate, regardless of the light-sport aircraft privileges you
seek, the FAA will issue you a sport pilot certificate without any
category and class ratings.  The FAA will provide you with a logbook
endorsement for the category, class, and make and model aircraft of
aircraft in which you are authorized to act as pilot in command.

§61.319  Can I operate a make and model of aircraft other than the make
and model aircraft for which I have received an endorsement?

If you hold a sport pilot certificate you may operate any make and model
of light-sport aircraft in the same category and class and within the
same set of aircraft as the make and model of aircraft for which you
have received an endorsement.

§61.321  How do I obtain privileges to operate an additional category
or class of light-sport aircraft?

If you hold a sport pilot certificate and seek to operate an additional
category or class of light-sport aircraft, you must—

(a)  Receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who
trained you on the applicable aeronautical knowledge areas specified in
§61.309 and areas of operation specified in §61.311.  The endorsement
certifies you have met the aeronautical knowledge and flight proficiency
requirements for the additional light-sport aircraft privilege you seek;

(b)  Successfully complete a proficiency check from an authorized
instructor other than the instructor who trained you on the aeronautical
knowledge areas and areas of operation specified in §§61.309 and
61.311 for the additional light-sport aircraft privilege you seek;

(c)  Complete an application for those privileges on a form and in a
manner acceptable to the FAA and present this application to the
authorized instructor who conducted the proficiency check specified in
paragraph (b) of this section;  and

(d)  Receive a logbook endorsement from the instructor who conducted the
proficiency check specified in paragraph (b) of this section certifying
you are proficient in the applicable areas of operation and aeronautical
knowledge areas, and that you are authorized for the additional category
and class light-sport aircraft privilege.

§61.323  How do I obtain privileges to operate a make and model of
light-sport aircraft in the same category and class within a different
set of aircraft?

If you hold a sport pilot certificate and seek to operate a make and
model of light-sport aircraft in the same category and class but within
a different set of aircraft as the make and model of aircraft for which
you have received an endorsement, you must—

(a)  Receive and log ground and flight training from an authorized
instructor in a make and model of light-sport aircraft that is within
the same set of aircraft as the make and model of aircraft you intend to
operate;

(b)  Receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who
provided you with the aircraft specific training specified in paragraph
(a) of this section certifying you are proficient to operate the
specific make and model of light-sport aircraft.

§61.325  How do I obtain privileges to operate a light-sport aircraft
at an airport within, or in airspace within, Class B, C, and D airspace,
or in other airspace with an airport having an operational control
tower?

If you hold a sport pilot certificate and seek privileges to operate a
light-sport aircraft in Class B, C, or D airspace, at an airport located
in Class B, C, or D airspace, or to, from, through, or at an airport
having an operational control tower, you must receive and log ground and
flight training.  The authorized instructor who provides this training
must provide a logbook endorsement that certifies you are proficient in
the following aeronautical knowledge areas and areas of operation:

(a)  The use of radios, communications, navigation system/facilities,
and radar services.

(b)  Operations at airports with an operating control tower to include
three takeoffs and landings to a full stop, with each landing involving
a flight in the traffic pattern, at an airport with an operating control
tower.

(c)  Applicable flight rules of part 91 of this chapter for operations
in Class B, C, and D airspace and air traffic control clearances.

§61.327  How do I obtain privileges to operate a light-sport aircraft
that has a VH greater than 87 knots CAS?

If you hold a sport pilot certificate and you seek to operate a
light-sport aircraft that has a VH greater than 87 knots CAS you must—

(a)  Receive and log ground and flight training from an authorized
instructor in an aircraft that has a VH greater than 87 knots CAS; and

(b)  Receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who
provided the training specified in paragraph (a) of this section
certifying that you are proficient in the operation of light-sport
aircraft with a VH greater than 87 knots CAS.

§61.329  Are there special provisions for obtaining a sport pilot
certificate for persons who are registered ultralight pilots with an
FAA-recognized ultralight organization?

(a)  If you are a registered ultralight pilot with an FAA-recognized
ultralight organization use the following table to determine how to
obtain a sport pilot certificate.

If you are…

	Then you must …

(1)  A registered ultralight pilot with an FAA-recognized ultralight
organization on or before September 1, 2004, and you want to apply for a
sport pilot certificate,	(i)  Not later than January 31, 2007--

(A)  Meet the eligibility requirements in §§61.305 and 61.23, but not
the aeronautical knowledge requirements specified in §61.309, the
flight proficiency requirements specified in §61.311, and the
aeronautical experience requirements specified in §61.313,

(B)  Pass the knowledge test for a sport pilot certificate specified in
§61.307 or the knowledge test for a flight instructor certificate with
a sport pilot rating specified in §61.405,

(C) Pass the practical test for a sport pilot certificate specified in
§61.307,

(D)  Provide the FAA with a certified copy of your ultralight pilot
records from an FAA-recognized ultralight organization, and those
records must--

(1)  Document that you are a registered ultralight pilot with that
FAA-recognized ultralight organization, and

(2)  Indicate that you are recognized to operate each category and class
of aircraft for which you seek sport pilot privileges.

(2) A registered ultralight pilot with an FAA-recognized ultralight
organization after  September 1, 2004,  and you want to apply for a
sport pilot certificate,

	(i)  Meet the eligibility requirements in §§61.305 and 61.23,

(ii)  Meet the aeronautical knowledge requirements specified in
§61.309, the flight proficiency requirements specified in §61.311, and
aeronautical experience requirements specified in §61.313; however, you
may credit your ultralight aeronautical experience in accordance with
§61.52  toward the requirements in §§61.309, 61.311, and 61.313,

(iii) Pass the knowledge and practical tests for a sport pilot
certificate specified in §61.307, and

(iv) Provide the FAA with a certified copy of your ultralight pilot
records from an FAA-recognized ultralight organization, and those
records must--

(A)  Document that you are a registered ultralight pilot with that
FAA-recognized ultralight organization, and

(B)  Indicate that you are recognized to operate the category and class
of aircraft for which you seek sport pilot privileges.

(b)  When you successfully pass the practical test for a sport pilot
certificate, the FAA will issue you a sport pilot certificate without
any category and class ratings.  The FAA will provide you with a logbook
endorsement for the category, class, and make and model of aircraft in
which you have successfully passed the practical test and for which you
are authorized to act as pilot in command.  If you meet the provisions
of paragraph (a)(1) of this section, the FAA will provide you with a
logbook endorsement for each category, class, and make and model of
aircraft listed on the ultralight pilot records you provide to the FAA.

49.  Amend part 61 by adding subpart K to read as follows:

Subpart K—Flight Instructors with a Sport Pilot Rating

Sec.

61.401  What is the purpose of this subpart?

61.403  What are the age, language, and pilot certificate requirements
for a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating?

61.405  What tests do I have to take to obtain a flight instructor
certificate with a sport pilot rating?

61.407  What aeronautical knowledge must I have to apply for a flight
instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating?

61.409  What flight proficiency requirements must I meet to apply for a
flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating?

61.411  What aeronautical experience must I have to apply for a flight
instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating?

61.413  What are the privileges of my flight instructor certificate with
a sport pilot rating?

61.415  What are the limits of a flight instructor certificate with a
sport pilot rating?

61.417  Will my flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating
list aircraft category and class ratings?

61.419  How do I obtain privileges to provide training in an additional
category or class of light-sport aircraft?

61.421  May I give myself an endorsement?

61.423  What are the recordkeeping requirements for a flight instructor
with a sport pilot rating?

61.425  How do I renew my flight instructor certificate?

61.427  What must I do if my flight instructor certificate with a sport
pilot rating expires?

61.429  May I exercise the privileges of a flight instructor certificate
with a sport pilot rating if I hold a flight instructor certificate with
another rating?

61.431  Are there special provisions for obtaining a flight instructor
certificate with a sport pilot rating for persons who are registered
ultralight instructors with an FAA-recognized ultralight organization?

§ 61.401  What is the purpose of this subpart?

(a)  This part prescribes the following requirements that apply to a
flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating:

(1)  Eligibility.

(2)  Aeronautical knowledge.

(3)  Flight proficiency.

(4)  Endorsements.

(5)  Privileges and limits.

(6)  Transition provisions for registered ultralight flight instructors.

(b)  Other provisions of this part apply to the logging of flight time
and testing.

§61.403  What are the age, language, and pilot certificate requirements
for a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating?

To be eligible for a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot
rating you must:

(a)  Be at least 18 years old.

(b)  Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.  If you
cannot read, speak, write, and understand English because of medical
reasons, the FAA may place limits on your certificate as are necessary
for the safe operation of light-sport aircraft.

(c)  Hold at least a current and valid sport pilot certificate with
category and class ratings or privileges, as applicable, that are
appropriate to the flight instructor privileges sought.

§61.405  What tests do I have to take to obtain a flight instructor
certificate with a sport pilot rating?

To obtain a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating you
must pass the following tests:

(a)  Knowledge test.  Before you take a knowledge test, you must receive
a logbook endorsement certifying you are prepared for the test from an
authorized instructor who trained you or evaluated your home-study
course on the aeronautical knowledge areas listed in §61.407.  You must
pass knowledge tests on––

(1)  The fundamentals of instructing listed in §61.407 (a), unless you
meet the requirements of §61.407 (c); and

(2)  The aeronautical knowledge areas for a sport pilot certificate
applicable to the aircraft category and class for which flight
instructor privileges are sought.

(b)  Practical test.

(1)  Before you take the practical test, you must–

(i)  Receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who
provided you with flight training on the areas of operation specified in
§61.409 that apply to the category and class of aircraft privileges you
seek.  This endorsement certifies you meet the applicable aeronautical
knowledge and experience requirements and are prepared for the practical
test;

(ii)  If you are seeking privileges to provide instruction in an
airplane or glider, receive a logbook endorsement from an authorized
instructor indicating that you are competent and possess instructional
proficiency in stall awareness, spin entry, spins, and spin recovery
procedures after you have received flight training in those training
areas in an airplane or glider, as appropriate, that is certificated for
spins;

(2)  You must pass a practical test—

(i)  On the areas of operation listed in §61.409 that are appropriate
to the category and class of aircraft privileges you seek;

(ii)  In an aircraft representative of the category and class of
aircraft for the privileges you seek;

(iii)  In which you demonstrate that you are able to teach stall
awareness, spin entry, spins, and spin recovery procedures if you are
seeking privileges to provide instruction in an airplane or glider.  If
you have not failed a practical test based on deficiencies in your
ability to demonstrate knowledge or skill in these areas and you provide
the endorsement required by paragraph (b)(1)(ii) of this section, an
examiner may accept the endorsement instead of the demonstration
required by this paragraph.  If you are taking a test because you
previously failed a test based on not meeting the requirements of this
paragraph, you must pass a practical test on stall awareness, spin
entry, spins, and spin recovery instructional competency and proficiency
in the applicable category and class of aircraft that is certificated
for spins.

§61.407  What aeronautical knowledge must I have to apply for a flight
instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating?

(a)  Except as specified in paragraph (c) of this section you must
receive and log ground training from an authorized instructor on the
fundamentals of instruction that includes:

(1)  The learning process.

(2)  Elements of effective teaching.

(3)  Student evaluation and testing.

(4)  Course development.

(5)  Lesson planning.

(6)  Classroom training techniques.

(b)  You must receive and log ground training from an authorized
instructor on the aeronautical knowledge areas applicable to a sport
pilot certificate for the aircraft category and class in which you seek
flight instructor privileges.

(c)  You do not have to meet the requirements of paragraph (a) of this
section if you—

(1)  Hold a flight instructor certificate or ground instructor
certificate issued under this part;

(2)  Hold a current teacher’s certificate issued by a State, county,
city, or municipality; or

(3)  Are employed as a teacher at an accredited college or university.

§61.409  What flight proficiency requirements must I meet to apply for
a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating?

You must receive and log ground and flight training from an authorized
instructor on the following areas of operation for the aircraft category
and class in which you seek flight instructor privileges:

(a)  Technical subject areas.

(b)  Preflight preparation.

(c)  Preflight lesson on a maneuver to be performed in flight.

(d)  Preflight procedures.

(e)  Airport, seaplane base, and gliderport operations, as applicable.

(f)  Takeoffs (or launches), landings, and go-arounds.

(g)  Fundamentals of flight.

(h)  Performance maneuvers and for gliders, performance speeds.

(i)  Ground reference maneuvers (except for gliders and
lighter-than-air).

(j)  Soaring techniques.

Slow flight (not applicable to lighter-than-air and powered parachutes).

Stalls (not applicable to lighter-than-air, powered parachutes, and
gyroplanes).

(m)  Spins (applicable to airplanes and gliders).

(n)  Emergency operations.

(o)  Tumble entry and avoidance techniques (applicable to
weight-shift-control aircraft).

(p)  Post-flight procedures.

§61.411  What aeronautical experience must I have to apply for a flight
instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating?

Use the following table to determine the experience you must have for
each aircraft category and class:

If you are applying for a flight instructor certificate with a sport
pilot rating for…	Then you must log at least…	Which must include at
least…

(a)  Airplane category and single-engine class privileges,	(1)  150
hours of flight time as a pilot,	(i)  100 hours of flight time as pilot
in command in powered aircraft,

(ii)  50 hours of flight time in a single-engine airplane,

(iii)  25 hours of cross-country flight time,

(iv)  10 hours of cross-country flight time in a single-engine airplane,
and

(v)  15 hours of flight time as pilot in command in a single-engine
airplane that is a light-sport aircraft.

(b)  Glider category privileges,	(1)  25 hours of flight time as pilot
in command in a glider, 100 flights in a glider, and 15 flights as
pilot in command in a glider that is a light-sport aircraft, or

(2)  100 hours in heavier-than-air aircraft, 20 flights in a glider,
and 15 flights as pilot in command in a glider that is a light-sport
aircraft.

	(c)  Rotorcraft category and gyroplane class privileges,	(1) 125 hours
of flight time as a pilot,	(i)  100 hours of flight time as pilot in
command in powered aircraft,

(ii)  50 hours of flight time in a gyroplane,

(iii)  10 hours of cross-country flight time,

(iv)  3 hours of cross-country flight time in a gyroplane, and

(v)  15 hours of flight time as pilot in command in a gyroplane that is
a light-sport aircraft.

(d)  Lighter-than-air category and airship class privileges,	(1)  100
hours of flight time as a pilot,	(i)  40 hours of flight time in an
airship,

(ii)  20 hours of pilot in command time in an airship,

(iii)  10 hours of cross-country flight time,

(iv)  5 hours of cross-country flight time in an airship, and

(v)  15 hours of flight time as pilot in command in an airship that is a
light-sport aircraft.

(e)  Lighter-than-air category and balloon class privileges,	(1)  35
hours of flight time as pilot-in-command,	(i)  20 hours of flight time
in a balloon,

(ii)  10 flights in a balloon, and

(iii)  5 flights as pilot in command in a balloon that is a light-sport
aircraft.

(f)  Weight-shift-control aircraft category privileges,	(1)  150 hours
of flight time as a pilot,	(i)  100 hours of flight time as pilot in
command in powered aircraft,

(ii)  50 hours of flight time in a weight-shift-control aircraft,

(iii)  25 hours of cross-country flight time,

(iv)  10 hours of cross-country flight time in a weight-shift-control
aircraft, and

(v)  15 hours of flight time as pilot in command in a
weight-shift-control aircraft that is a light-sport aircraft.

(g)  Powered-parachute category privileges,	(1) 100 hours of flight time
as a pilot,	(i)  75 hours of flight time as pilot in command in powered
aircraft,

(ii)  50 hours of flight time in a powered parachute,

(iii)  15 hours of cross-country flight time,

(iv)  5 hours of cross-country flight time in a powered parachute, and

(v)  15 hours of flight time as pilot in command in a powered parachute
that is a light-sport aircraft.

§61.413  What are the privileges of my flight instructor certificate
with a sport pilot rating?

If you hold a fight flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot
rating, you are authorized, within the limits of your certificate and
rating, to provide training and logbook endorsements for––

(a)  A student pilot seeking a sport pilot certificate;

(b)  A sport pilot certificate;

(c)  A flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating;

(d)  A powered parachute or weight-shift-control aircraft rating;

(e)  Sport pilot privileges;

(f)  A flight review or operating privilege for a sport pilot;

(g)  A practical test for a sport pilot certificate, a private pilot
certificate with a powered parachute or weight-shift-control aircraft
rating or a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating;

(h)  A knowledge test for a sport pilot certificate, a private pilot
certificate with a powered parachute or weight-shift-control aircraft
rating or a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating; and

(i)  A proficiency check for an additional category, class, or make and
model privilege for a sport pilot certificate or a flight instructor
certificate with a sport pilot rating.

§61.415  What are the limits of a flight instructor certificate with a
sport pilot rating?

If you hold a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating,
you are subject to the following limits:

(a)  You may not provide ground or flight training in any aircraft for
which you do not hold:

(1)  A sport pilot certificate with applicable category and class
privileges and make and model privileges or a pilot certificate with the
applicable category and class rating; and

(2)  Applicable category and class privileges for your flight instructor
certificate with a sport pilot rating.

(b)  You may not provide ground or flight training for a private pilot
certificate with a powered parachute or weight-shift-control aircraft
rating unless you hold:

(1)  At least a private pilot certificate with the applicable category
and class rating; and

(2)  Applicable category and class privileges for your flight instructor
certificate with a sport pilot rating.

(c)  You may not conduct more than 8 hours of flight training in any
24-consecutive-hour period.

(d)  You may not endorse a:

(1)  Student pilot's certificate or logbook for solo flight privileges,
unless you have–

(i)  Given that student the flight training required for solo flight
privileges required by this part; and

(ii)  Determined that the student is prepared to conduct the flight
safely under known circumstances, subject to any limitations listed in
the student's logbook that you consider necessary for the safety of the
flight.

(2)  Student pilot's certificate and logbook for a solo cross-country
flight, unless you have determined the student's flight preparation,
planning, equipment, and proposed procedures are adequate for the
proposed flight under the existing conditions and within any limitations
listed in the logbook that you consider necessary for the safety of the
flight.

(3)  Student pilot's certificate and logbook for solo flight in Class B,
C and D  airspace areas, at an airport within Class B, C, or D  airspace
and to from, through or on an airport having an operational control
tower, unless that you have–

(i)  Given that student ground and flight training in that airspace or
at that airport; and

(ii)  Determined that the student is proficient to operate the aircraft
safely.

(4)  Logbook of a pilot for a flight review, unless you have conducted a
review of that pilot in accordance with the requirements of §61.56.

(e)  You may not provide flight training in an aircraft unless you have
at least 5 hours of flight time in a make and model of light-sport
aircraft within the same set of aircraft as the aircraft in which you
are providing training.

(f)  You may not provide training to operate a light-sport aircraft in
Class B, C, and D airspace, at an airport located in Class B, C, or D
airspace, and to, from, through, or at an airport having an operational
control tower, unless you have the endorsement specified in §61.325, or
are otherwise authorized to conduct operations in this airspace and at
these airports.

(g)  You may not provide training in a light-sport aircraft with a VH
greater than 87 knots CAS unless you have the endorsement specified in
§61.327, or are otherwise authorized to operate that light-sport
aircraft.

(h)  You must perform all training in an aircraft that complies with the
requirements of §91.109 of this chapter.

(i)  If you provide flight training for a certificate, rating or
privilege, you must provide that flight training in an aircraft that
meets the following:

(1)  The aircraft must have at least two pilot stations and be of the
same category and class  appropriate to the certificate, rating or
privilege sought.

(2)  For single place aircraft, pre-solo flight training must be
provided in an aircraft that has two pilot stations and is of the same
category and class appropriate to the certificate, rating, or privilege
sought.

§61.417  Will my flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot
rating list aircraft category and class ratings?

Your flight instructor certificate does not list aircraft category and
class ratings.  When you successfully pass the practical test for a
flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating, regardless of
the light-sport aircraft privileges you seek, the FAA will issue you a
flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating without any
category and class ratings.  The FAA will provide you with a logbook
endorsement for the category and class of light-sport aircraft you are
authorized to provide training in.

§61.419  How do I obtain privileges to provide training in an
additional category or class of light-sport aircraft?

If you hold a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating
and seek to provide training in an additional category or class of
light-sport aircraft you must––

(a)  Receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who
trained you on the applicable areas of operation specified in §61.409
certifying you have met the aeronautical knowledge and flight
proficiency requirements for the additional category and class flight
instructor privilege you seek;

(b)  Successfully complete a proficiency check from an authorized
instructor other than the instructor who trained you on the areas
specified in §61.409 for the additional category and class flight
instructor privilege you seek;

(c)  Complete an application for those privileges on a form and in a
manner acceptable to the FAA and present this application to the
authorized instructor who conducted the proficiency check specified in
paragraph (b) of this section;  and

(d)  Receive a logbook endorsement from the instructor who conducted the
proficiency check specified in paragraph (b) of this section certifying
you are proficient in the areas of operation and authorized for the
additional category and class flight instructor privilege.

§61.421  May I give myself an endorsement?

No.  If you hold a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot
rating, you may not give yourself an endorsement for any certificate,
privilege, rating, flight review, authorization, practical test,
knowledge test, or proficiency check required by this part.

§61.423 What are the recordkeeping requirements for a flight instructor
with a sport pilot rating?

As a flight instructor with a sport pilot rating you must:

(1)  Sign the logbook of each person to whom you have given flight
training or ground training.

(2)  Keep a record of the name, date, and type of endorsement for:

(i)  Each person whose logbook or student pilot certificate you have
endorsed for solo flight privileges.

(ii)  Each person for whom you have provided an endorsement for a
knowledge test, practical test, or proficiency check, and the record
must indicate the kind of test or check, and the results.

(iii)  Each person whose logbook you have endorsed as proficient to
operate—

(A)  An additional category or class of light-sport aircraft;

(B)  An additional make and model of light-sport aircraft;

(C)  In Class B, C, and D airspace; at an airport located in Class B, C,
or D airspace; and to, from, through, or at an airport having an
operational control tower; and

(D)  A light-sport aircraft with a VH greater than 87 knots CAS.

(iv)  Each person whose logbook you have endorsed as proficient to
provide flight training in an additional—

(A)  Category or class of light-sport aircraft; and

(B)  Make and model of light-sport aircraft.

(b)  Within 10 days after providing an endorsement for a person to
operate or provide training in an additional category and class of
light-sport aircraft you must—

(1)  Complete, sign, and submit to the FAA the application presented to
you to obtain those privileges; and

(2)  Retain a copy of the form.

(c)  You must keep the records listed in this section for 3 years.  You
may keep these records in a logbook or a separate document.

§61.425  How do I renew my flight instructor certificate?

If you hold a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating
you may renew your certificate in accordance with the provisions of
§61.197.

§61.427  What must I do if my flight instructor certificate with a
sport pilot rating expires?

You may exchange your expired flight instructor certificate with a sport
pilot rating for a new certificate with a sport pilot rating and any
other rating on that certificate by passing a practical test as
prescribed in §61.405 (b) or §61.183 (h) for one of the ratings listed
on the expired flight instructor certificate.  The FAA will reinstate
any privilege authorized by the expired certificate.

§61.429  May I exercise the privileges of a flight instructor
certificate with a sport pilot rating if I hold a flight instructor
certificate with another rating?

If you hold a current and valid flight instructor certificate, a
commercial pilot certificate with an airship rating, or a commercial
pilot certificate with a balloon rating issued under this part, and you
seek to exercise the privileges of a flight instructor certificate with
a sport pilot rating, you may do so without any further showing of
proficiency, subject to the following limits:

(a)  You are limited to the aircraft category and class ratings listed
on your flight instructor certificate, commercial pilot certificate with
an airship rating, or commercial pilot certificate with a balloon
rating, as appropriate, when exercising your flight instructor
privileges and the privileges specified in §61.413.

(b)  You must comply with the limits specified in §61.415 and the
recordkeeping requirements of §61.423.

(c)  If you want to exercise the privileges of your flight instructor
certificate, commercial pilot certificate with an airship rating, or
commercial pilot certificate with a balloon rating, as appropriate, in a
category, class, or make and model of light-sport aircraft for which you
are not currently rated, you must meet all applicable requirements to
provide training in an additional category or class of light-sport
aircraft specified in §61.419.

§61.431  Are there special provisions for obtaining a flight instructor
certificate with a sport pilot rating  for persons who are registered
ultralight instructors with an FAA-recognized ultralight organization?

If you are a registered ultralight instructor with an FAA-recognized
ultralight organization on or before September 1, 2004, and you want to
apply for a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating, not
later than January 31, 2008 –

(a)  You must hold either a current and valid sport pilot certificate, a
current recreational pilot certificate and meet the requirements
§61.101 (c), or at least a current and valid private pilot certificate
issued under this part.

(b)  You must meet the eligibility requirements in §§61.403 and 61.23.
 You do not have to meet the aeronautical knowledge requirements
specified in §61.407, the flight proficiency requirements specified in
§61.409 and the aeronautical experience requirements specified in
§61.411, except you must meet the minimum total flight time
requirements in the category and class of light-sport aircraft specified
in §61.411.

(c)  You do not have to meet the aeronautical knowledge requirement
specified in §61.407 (a) if you have passed an FAA-recognized
ultralight organization’s fundamentals of instruction knowledge test.

(d)  You must submit a certified copy of your ultralight pilot records
from the FAA-recognized ultralight organization.  Those records
must––

(1)  Document that you are a registered ultralight flight instructor
with that FAA-recognized ultralight organization; and

(2)  Indicate that you are recognized to operate and provide training in
the category and class of aircraft for which you seek privileges.

(e)  You must pass the knowledge test and practical test for a flight
instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating applicable to the
aircraft category and class for which you seek flight instructor
privileges.

PART 65—CERTIFICATION:  AIRMEN OTHER THAN FLIGHT CREWMEMBERS

50.  The authority citation for part 65 continues to read as follows:

Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701-44703, 44707, 44709-44711,
45102-45103, 45301-45302.

51.  Amend §65.85 by designating the existing text as paragraph (a) and
inserting phrase “Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this
section,” at the beginning of new paragraph (a), and adding paragraph
(b) to read as follows:

§65.85  Airframe rating; additional privileges.

*	*	*	*	*

	(b)  A certificated mechanic with an airframe rating can approve and
return to service an airframe, or any related part or appliance, of an
aircraft with a special airworthiness certificate in the light-sport
category after performing and inspecting a major repair or major
alteration for products that are not produced under an FAA approval
provided the work was performed in accordance with instructions
developed by the manufacturer or a person acceptable to the FAA.

	52.  Amend §65.87 by designating the existing text as paragraph (a)
and inserting the phrase “Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this
section,” at the beginning of new paragraph (a) and adding paragraph
(b) to read as follows:

§65.87  Powerplant rating; additional privileges.

*	*	*	*	*

	(b)  A certificated mechanic with a powerplant rating can approve and
return to service a powerplant or propeller, or any related part or
appliance, of an aircraft with a special airworthiness certificate in
the light-sport category after performing and inspecting  a major repair
or major alteration for products that are not produced under an FAA
approval, provided the work was performed in accordance with
instructions developed by the manufacturer or a person acceptable to the
FAA.

53.  Amend §65.101 by revising paragraph (b) to read as follows:

§65.101  Eligibility requirements: General.

*	*	*	*	*

	(b)  This section does not apply to the issuance of a repairman
certificate (experimental aircraft builder) under §65.104 or to a
repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft) under §65.107.

	54.  Amend §65.103 by adding paragraph (c) to read as follows:

§65.103  Repairman certificate:  Privileges and limitations.

*	 * 	*	 * 	*

(c)  This section does not apply to the holder of a repairman
certificate (light-sport aircraft) while that repairman is performing
work under that certificate.

*	*	*	*	*

55.  Add §65.107 to subpart E to read as follows:

§65.107  Repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft):  Eligibility,
privileges, and limits.

(a)  Use the following table to determine your eligibility for a
repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft) and appropriate rating:

To be eligible for…	You must…

(1)  A repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft),	(i)  Be at least 18
years old,

(ii)  Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.  If for
medical reasons you cannot meet one of these requirements, the FAA may
place limits on your repairman certificate necessary to safely perform
the actions authorized by the certificate and rating,

(iii)  Demonstrate the requisite skill to determine whether a
light-sport aircraft is in a condition for safe operation, and

(iv)  Be a citizen of the United States, or a citizen of a foreign
country who has been lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the
United States.

(2)  A repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft) with an inspection
rating,	(i)  Meet the requirements of paragraph (a)(1) of this section,
and

(ii)  Complete a 16-hour training course acceptable to the FAA on
inspecting the particular class of experimental light-sport aircraft for
which you intend to exercise the privileges of this rating.

(3)  A repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft) with a maintenance
rating,	(i)  Meet the requirements of paragraph (a)(1) of this section,
and

(ii)  Complete a training course acceptable to the FAA on maintaining
the particular class of light-sport aircraft for which you intend to
exercise the privileges of this rating.  The training course must, at a
minimum, provide the following number of hours of instruction:

(A) For airplane class privileges--120-hours,

(B) For weight-shift control aircraft class privileges—104 hours,

(C) For powered parachute class privileges—104 hours,

(D) For lighter than air class privileges—80 hours,

(E) For glider class privileges—80 hours.

(b)  The holder of a repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft) with
an inspection rating may perform the annual condition inspection on a
light-sport aircraft:

(1)  That is owned by the holder;

(2)  That has been issued an experimental certificate for operating a
light-sport aircraft under §21.191 (i) of this chapter; and

(3)  That is in the same class of light-sport-aircraft for which the
holder has completed the training specified in paragraph (a)(2)(ii) of
this section.

(c)  The holder of a repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft) with a
maintenance rating may—

(1)  Approve and return to service an aircraft that has been issued a
special airworthiness certificate in the light-sport category under
§21.190 of this chapter, or any part thereof, after performing or
inspecting maintenance (to include the annual condition inspection and
the 100-hour inspection required by §91.327 of this chapter),
preventive maintenance, or an alteration (excluding a major repair or a
major alteration on a product produced under an FAA approval);

(2)  Perform the annual condition inspection on a light-sport aircraft
that has been issued an experimental certificate for operating a
light-sport aircraft under §21.191 (i) of this chapter; and

(3)  Only perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, and an alteration
on a light-sport aircraft that is in the same class of light-sport
aircraft for which the holder has completed the training specified in
paragraph (a)(3)(ii) of this section.  Before performing a major repair,
the holder must complete additional training acceptable to the FAA and
appropriate to the repair performed.

(d)  The holder of a repairman certificate (light-sport aircraft) with a
maintenance rating may not approve for return to service any aircraft or
part thereof unless that person has previously performed the work
concerned satisfactorily.  If that person has not previously performed
that work, the person may show the ability to do the work by performing
it to the satisfaction of the FAA, or by performing it under the direct
supervision of a certificated and appropriately rated mechanic, or a
certificated repairman, who has had previous experience in the specific
operation concerned.  The repairman may not exercise the privileges of
the certificate unless the repairman understands the current
instructions of the manufacturer and the maintenance manuals for the
specific operation concerned.

PART 91 —GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES

56.  The authority citation for part 91 continues to read as follows:

Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 1155, 40103, 40113, 40120, 44101, 44111,
44701, 44709, 44711, 44712, 44715, 44716, 44717, 44722, 46306, 46315,
46316, 46504, 46506-56507, 47122, 47508, 47528–47531, articles 12 and
29 of the Convention on International Civil Aviation (61 stat. 1180).

57.  Amend §91.1 by revising paragraph (b) to read as follows:

§91.1  Applicability.

* 	*	 *	 * 	*

(b)  Each person operating an aircraft in the airspace overlying the
waters between 3 and 12 nautical miles from the coast of the United
States must comply with §§91.1 through 91.21; §§91.101 through
91.143; §§91.151 through 91.159; §§91.167 through 91.193; §91.203;
§91.205; §§ 91.209 through 91.217; §91.221; §§91.303 through
91.319; §§91.323 through 91.327; §91.605; §91.609; §§91.703
through 91.715; and §91.903.

*	 *	 * 	* 	*

58.  Amend §91.113 by revising paragraphs (d)(2) and (d)(3) to read as
follows:

§91.113  Right-of-way rules:  Except water operations.

*	 *	 *	 * 	*

(d)  * * *

(2)  A glider has the right-of-way over an airship, powered parachute,
weight-shift-control aircraft, airplane, or rotorcraft.

(3)  An airship has the right-of-way over a powered parachute,
weight-shift-control aircraft, airplane, or rotorcraft.

*	 * 	* 	*	 *

59.  Amend §91.126 by revising paragraph (b)(2) to read as follows:

§91.126  Operating on or in the vicinity of an airport in Class G
airspace.

(b)  * * *

(2)  Each pilot of a helicopter or a powered parachute must avoid the
flow of fixed-wing aircraft.

* 	* 	* 	* 	*

60.  Amend §91.131 by revising paragraphs (b)(1)(i), (b)(1)(ii) and
(b)(2), and by adding paragraphs (b)(1)(iii) and (b)(1)(iv) to read as
follows:

§91.131  Operations in Class B airspace.

*	 * 	* 	*	 *

(b)  * * *

(1)  * * *

(i)  The pilot in command holds at least a private pilot certificate;

(ii)  The pilot in command holds a recreational pilot certificate and
has met--

(A)  The requirements of §61.101 (d) of this chapter; or

(B)  The requirements for a student pilot seeking a recreational pilot
certificate in §61.94 of this chapter;

(iii)  The pilot in command holds a sport pilot certificate and has met
--

(A)  The requirements of §61.325 of this chapter; or

(B)  The requirements for a student pilot seeking a recreational pilot
certificate in §61.94 of this chapter; or

(iv)  The aircraft is operated by a student pilot who has met the
requirements of §61.94 or §61.95 of this chapter, as applicable.

*	 *	 *	 * 	*

(2)  Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs (b)(1)(ii),
(b)(1)(iii) and (b)(1)(iv) of this section, no person may take off or
land a civil aircraft at those airports listed in section 4 of
appendix D to this part unless the pilot in command holds at least a
private pilot certificate.

*	 *	 *	 *	 *

61.  Amend §91.155 by revising paragraph (b)(2) to read as follows:

§91.155  Basic VFR weather minimums.

*	*	*	*	*

(b)  * * *

(2)  Airplane, powered parachute, or weight-shift-control aircraft.  If
the visibility is less than 3 statute miles but not less than 1 statute
mile during night hours and you are operating in an airport traffic
pattern within 1/2 mile of the runway, you may operate an airplane,
powered parachute, or weight-shift-control aircraft clear of clouds.

*	 * 	*	 *	 *

62.  Amend §91.213 by revising paragraph (d)(1)(i) to read as follows:

§91.213  Inoperative instruments and equipment.

* 	* 	* 	*	 *

(d)  * * *

(1)  * * *

(i)  Rotorcraft, non-turbine-powered airplane, glider, lighter-than-air
aircraft,  powered parachute, or weight-shift-control aircraft, for
which a master minimum equipment list has not been developed; or

* 	*	 * 	*	 *

63.  Amend §91.309 by revising the section heading and paragraphs (a)
introductory text, (a)(3), (a)(5), and (b) to read as follows:

§91.309  Towing: Gliders and unpowered ultralight vehicles.

(a)  No person may operate a civil aircraft towing a glider or unpowered
ultralight vehicle unless –

*	 * 	* 	* 	*

	(3)  The towline used has breaking strength not less than 80 percent of
the maximum certificated operating weight of the glider or unpowered
ultralight vehicle and not more than twice this operating weight.
However, the towline used may have a breaking strength more than twice
the maximum certificated operating weight of the glider or unpowered
ultralight vehicle if –

(i)  A safety link is installed at the point of attachment of the
towline to the glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle with a breaking
strength not less than 80 percent of the maximum certificated operating
weight of the glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle and not greater
than twice this operating weight;

(ii)  A safety link is installed at the point of attachment of the
towline to the towing aircraft with a breaking strength greater, but not
more than 25 percent greater, than that of the safety link at the towed
glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle end of the towline and not
greater than twice the maximum certificated operating weight of the
glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle;

*	 * 	*	 *	 *

(5)  The pilots of the towing aircraft and the glider or unpowered
ultralight vehicle have agreed upon a general course of action,
including takeoff and release signals, airspeeds, and emergency
procedures for each pilot.

(b)  No pilot of a civil aircraft may intentionally release a towline,
after release of a glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle, in a manner
that endangers the life or property of another.

64.  Amend §91.319 by redesignating paragraph (e) as paragraph (h) and
adding new paragraphs (e), (f) and (g) to read as follows:

§91.319  Aircraft having experimental certificates:  Operating
limitations.

*     *       *     *     *

(e)  No person may operate an aircraft that is issued an experimental
certificate under §21.191 (i) of this chapter for compensation or hire,
except a person may operate an aircraft issued an experimental
certificate under §21.191 (i)(1) for compensation or hire to—

(1)  Tow a glider that is a light-sport aircraft or unpowered ultralight
vehicle in accordance with §91.309; or

(2)  Conduct flight training in an aircraft which that person provides
prior to January 31, 2010.

(f)  No person may lease an aircraft that is issued an experimental
certificate under §21.191 (i) of this chapter, except in accordance
with paragraph (e)(1) of this section.

(g)  No person may operate an aircraft issued an experimental
certificate under §21.191 (i)(1) of this chapter to tow a glider that
is a light-sport aircraft or unpowered ultralight vehicle for
compensation or hire or to conduct flight training for compensation or
hire in an aircraft which that persons provides unless within the
preceding 100 hours of time in service the aircraft has—

(1)  Been inspected by a certificated repairman (light-sport aircraft)
with a  maintenance rating, an appropriately rated mechanic, or an
appropriately rated repair station in accordance with inspection
procedures developed by the aircraft manufacturer or a person acceptable
to the FAA; or

(2)  Received an inspection for the issuance of an airworthiness
certificate in accordance with part 21 of this chapter.

(h)  The FAA may issue deviation authority providing relief from the
provisions of paragraph (a) of this section for the purpose of
conducting flight training.  The FAA will issue this deviation authority
as a letter of deviation authority.

(1)  The FAA may cancel or amend a letter of deviation authority at any
time.

(2)  An applicant must submit a request for deviation authority to the
FAA at least 60 days before the date of intended operations.  A request
for deviation authority must contain a complete description of the
proposed operation and justification that establishes a level of safety
equivalent to that provided under the regulations for the deviation
requested.

*     *     *     *     *

65.  Add §91.327 to read as follows:

§91.327  Aircraft having a special airworthiness certificate in the
light-sport category: Operating limitations.

(a)  No person may operate an aircraft that has a special airworthiness
certificate in the light-sport category for compensation or hire
except—

(1)  To tow a glider or an unpowered ultralight vehicle in accordance
with §91.309 of this chapter; or

(2)  To conduct flight training.

(b)  No person may operate an aircraft that has a special airworthiness
certificate in the light-sport category unless—

(1)  The aircraft is maintained by a certificated repairman with a
light-sport aircraft maintenance rating, an appropriately rated
mechanic, or an appropriately rated repair station in accordance with
the applicable provisions of part 43 of this chapter and maintenance and
inspection procedures developed by the aircraft manufacturer or a person
acceptable to the FAA;

(2)  A condition inspection is performed once every 12 calendar months
by a certificated repairman (light-sport aircraft) with a maintenance
rating, an appropriately rated mechanic, or an appropriately rated
repair station in accordance with inspection procedures developed by the
aircraft manufacturer or a person acceptable to the FAA;

(3)  The owner or operator complies with all applicable airworthiness
directives;

(4)  The owner or operator complies with each safety directive
applicable to the aircraft that corrects an existing unsafe condition.
In lieu of complying with a safety directive an owner or operator may—

(i)  Correct the unsafe condition in a manner different from that
specified in the safety directive provided the person issuing the
directive concurs with the action; or

(ii)  Obtain an FAA waiver from the provisions of the safety directive
based on a conclusion that the safety directive was issued without
adhering to the applicable consensus standard;

(5)  Each alteration accomplished after the aircraft’s date of
manufacture meets the applicable and current consensus standard and has
been authorized by either the manufacturer or a person acceptable to
the FAA;

(6)  Each major alteration to an aircraft product produced under a
consensus standard is authorized, performed and inspected in accordance
with maintenance and inspection procedures developed by the manufacturer
or a person acceptable to the FAA; and

(7)  The owner or operator complies with the requirements for the
recording of major repairs and major alterations performed on
type-certificated products in accordance with §43.9 (d) of this
chapter, and with the retention requirements in §91.417.

(c)  No person may operate an aircraft issued a special airworthiness
certificate in the light-sport category to tow a glider or unpowered
ultralight vehicle for compensation or hire or conduct flight training
for compensation or hire in an aircraft which that persons provides
unless within the preceding 100 hours of time in service the aircraft
has—

(1)  Been inspected by a certificated repairman with a light-sport
aircraft maintenance rating, an appropriately rated mechanic, or an
appropriately rated repair station in accordance with inspection
procedures developed by the aircraft manufacturer or a person acceptable
to the FAA and been approved for return to service in accordance with
part 43 of this chapter; or

(2)  Received an inspection for the issuance of an airworthiness
certificate in accordance with part 21 of this chapter.

(d)  Each person operating an aircraft issued a special airworthiness
certificate in the light-sport category must operate the aircraft in
accordance with the aircraft’s operating instructions, including any
provisions for necessary operating equipment specified in the
aircraft’s equipment list.

(e)  Each person operating an aircraft issued a special airworthiness
certificate in the light-sport category must advise each person carried
of the special nature of the aircraft and that the aircraft does not
meet the airworthiness requirements for an aircraft issued a standard
airworthiness certificate.

(f)  The FAA may prescribe additional limitations that it considers
necessary.

66.  Amend §91.409 by revising paragraph (c)(1) to read as follows:

§91.409  Inspections.

*          *          *          *          *

	(c)  *  *  *

	(1)  An aircraft that carries a special flight permit, a current
experimental certificate, or a light-sport or provisional airworthiness
certificate;

*	*	*	*	*

67.  Amend Appendix D to part 91 by revising the section heading and
introductory text of Section 4 to read as follows:

Appendix D to Part 91—Airports/Locations: Special Operating
Restrictions

*	*	*	*	*

	Section 4.  Locations at which solo student, sport, and recreational
pilot activity is not permitted.

	Pursuant to §91.131 (b)(2), solo student, sport, and recreational
pilot operations are not permitted at any of the following airports.

*	*	*	*	*

Issued in Washington, DC, on July 16, 2004.

/s/ Marion C. Blakey

Administrator

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