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Practical Test Standards

The FAA uses standardized requirements to test all pilots. The sport pilot certificate requires applicants to demonstrate their knowledge and ability by successfully completing a practical test administered by an FAA sport pilot examiner. You can download the standards at the following links.

• Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards for Airplane, Gyroplane, Glider, and Flight Instructor (PDF)
• Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards for Airship, Balloon, and Flight Instructor (PDF)
• Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards for Weight Shift Control, Powered Parachute, and Flight Instructor (PDF)

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