Aeronautical Knowledge: sections 61.35(a)(1)
61.103(d), and 61.105
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the re-
quired training in accordance with 14 CFR part 61, section
61.105. I have determined they are prepared for the LTA-FB
Private Pilot knowledge test.
Signature, Certificate #, Date
Flight Proficiency/Practical Test: sections 61.103(f), 61.107(b),
and 61.109
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the re-
quired training in accordance with 14 CFR part 61, sections
61.107 and 61.109. I have determined they are prepared for the
Private Pilot practical test.
Signature, Certificate, #, Date
Private Pilot Endorsements
Aeronautical Knowledge: sections 61.35(a)(1),
61.123(c), and 61.125.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the re-
quired training in accordance with 14 CFR part 61, section
61.125. I have determined they are prepared for the
LTA-FB Commercial Pilot knowledge test (CBH).
Signature, Certificate #, Date
Flight Proficiency/Practical Test: sections 61.123(e),
61.127, and 61.129
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the
required training of 14 CFR part 61, sections 61.127 and
61.129. I have determine they are prepared for the Commercial
Pilot practical test.
Signature, Certificate #, Date
Flight Review: section 61.56
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] holder of pilot
certificate #______________ has satisfactorily completed a
flight review consisting of one hour of flight training and one
hour of ground training as required by 14 CFR part 61,
section 61.56 on [date].
Signature, Certificate #, Date
Note: This endorsement varies somewhat from the example
provided in the Advisory Circular. While there is no regulatory
requirement to indicate the hours of training involved, many
Flight Standards District Offices have interpreted the regulation
in that manner. It may be best to use this example if an
individual attends numerous balloon events around the country
on a regular basis.
Endorsement for Retesting of a Written or Practical Test:
section 61.49
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the
additional [flight and/or ground] training as required by 14 CFR
part 61, section 61.49. I have determined that they are prepared
for the [name the knowledge/practical test to be retaken].
Signature, Certificate #, Date
Commercial Pilot Endorsements
Pre-solo Aeronautical Knowledge: 14 CFR part 61,
section 61.87(b)
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has satisfactorily
completed the pre-solo knowledge exam of 14 CFR part 61,
section 61.87(b) for the [make and model aircraft].
Signature, Certificate #, Date
Pre-solo Flight Training: section 61.87(c) (The back of
the Student Pilot Certificate must also be endorsed.)
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the
required pre-solo training in a [make and model aircraft]. I have
determined they have demonstrated the proficiency of 14 CFR
section 61.87(d) and is proficient to make solo flights in a
[make and model aircraft].
Signature, Certificate #, Date
Note: Other limitations may be included, such as maximum
wind/weather conditions at launch, location, etc.
Solo Endorsement (each 90-day period): section
61.87(p)
I have given [First name, MI, Last name] the
instruction required by 14 CFR part 61, section 61.87(p).
They have met the requirements of section 61.87(p) and is
competent to make safe solo flights in a [make and model
aircraft].
Signature, Certificate #, Date
Note: additional 90-day endorsements are recorded in the
student’s log book only, not on back of the Student Pilot
Certificate.
Student Pilot Endorsements
Appendix E: Log Book Endorsement
Formats
Ref. Appendix 1, Advisory Circular 61-65
14 CFR part 61 contains pilot training and testing procedures,
instructor responsibilities and requirements, privileges, and
limitations for each level of certificate. Pilot applicants, whether
student, private or commercial pilot, being recommended for a
written or practical test, solo flight, or completing a flight review
must have a written endorsement in their log book by an
authorized instructor. Each endorsement should include the
instructor’s signature, certificate number, and date.