Pilot Institute

APRIL 4, 2025

Checkride: Pass an FAA written knowledge exam and practical flight test (checkride). Checkride: Pass the FAA Instrument Practical Test (Checkride). Flight Training: Part 61: Minimum 250 total flight hours, including: 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC). 3 hours of checkride prep (within 60 days of test).

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

Well examine why they should always go hand-in-hand and how you can improve your skills to become a more capable pilot. Key Takeaways Currency ensures a pilot meets FAA legal requirements to act as pilot-in-command. Proficiency is a pilots ability to fly skillfully and safely beyond legal minimums.

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Air Facts

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Finally, the pilot in command is required to have an annual line check. Line checks involve the observation of a captain and first officer on a regular company route to assess command authority, decision making, and flying abilities.An What happens to a pilot that fails a check?

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Northstar VFR

APRIL 11, 2024

Additionally, pilots get ratings that will act on top of their certificate for added privileges. For example, the instrument rating certifies pilots on navigation using only the instruments inside the cockpit, so they are able to fly with little to no visibility outside.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

This app lets you know at a glance if you are legal to fly as pilot in command by keeping track of your flight review, medical status and recent flight experience. Pilot Workshops Explore Pilot Workshops’ collection of pilot proficiency courses in this app. Flight Currency Ready to fly? Are you current?

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Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 11, 2024

To obtain a commercial license, your training will include a minimum of 250 hours of flight time, including at least 100 hours of pilot-in-command time and 50 hours of cross-country flight time. You’ll also need to complete a checkride, or practical test, to demonstrate your capabilities in the cockpit.

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Vintage Aviation News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Aviation demands continuous learning, regular training, and routine checkrides. Being a pilot is far from a “learn it and forget it” endeavor; it requires ongoing practice and knowledge refreshment. A pilot whose abilities peak on the day of their checkride risks becoming a liability.

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