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