SPC - Student Pilot Certificate Regulations and Pilot Limitations Questions and Answers

Question 1

A student pilot is planning a solo flight during the day. What is the minimum flight or surface visibility required by regulations?

Accepted Answer

3 statute miles

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1 statute mile

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5 statute miles

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3 nautical miles

Question 2

Under which of the following circumstances is a student pilot permitted to act as pilot in command?

Accepted Answer

When flying solo after receiving the proper endorsements from a CFI.

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When carrying a friend on a local sightseeing flight.

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When flying for a charity event to deliver supplies.

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When flying in furtherance of a personally owned business.

Question 3

A student pilot receives the necessary training and endorsements to fly solo in the local area. How long is the initial solo endorsement in the student's logbook valid for?

Accepted Answer

90 days

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30 days

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60 days

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120 days

Question 4

Which of the following is a requirement for a person to be eligible for a Student Pilot Certificate for an airplane?

Accepted Answer

Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.

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Be at least 15 years of age.

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Hold at least a second-class medical certificate.

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Have logged a minimum of 10 hours of flight training.

Question 5

A student pilot is on a solo flight and is approaching an airport surrounded by Class B airspace. What is required before the student pilot can enter this airspace?

Accepted Answer

Ground and flight training in that specific Class B airspace and a specific logbook endorsement.

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A two-way radio and a transponder with Mode C.

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At least 5 statute miles of visibility and remaining clear of clouds.

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Verbal permission from their flight instructor before the flight.

Question 6

A student pilot plans a solo flight at night. Which of the following is a specific requirement for this operation?

Accepted Answer

The student must have received flight training at night on takeoffs, landings, and navigation in the vicinity of the airport.

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The flight must be to an airport within 25 nautical miles.

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The student must have a private pilot review the flight plan.

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The aircraft must be equipped with an autopilot.