Private Pilot Licence - Additional Endorsements

Additional Endorsements

In addition, a number of endorsements are available for specific skills (additional requirements apply). Endorsements only require instruction and a Flight Instructor's endorsement, they do not require any flight test with an FAA representative.

Sec. 61.31 Federal Aviation Regulations endorsements required to act as pilot in command (PIC) are:

• Tailwheel
• Complex airplane – aircraft with a variable pitch propeller, flaps, and retractable landing gear
• High-performance (more than 200 horsepower per engine)
• Pressurized aircraft capable of operating at high altitudes

Other aircraft operations for which the FAA does not require an endorsement that typically require additional training are glider towing and aerobatics. The FAA also does not require an endorsement for some commercial activities like banner towing or aerial application (crop dusting).