What can I fly with a sport pilot license?
The holder of a valid sport pilot certificate may:
- Operate as pilot in command of a sport pilot eligible aircraft.
- Carry a single passenger and share expenses (fuel, oil, airport expenses, and aircraft rental).
- Fly during the daytime using visual flight rules (VFR).
- Fly Cross-country anywhere in the U.S.
How high can a sport pilot fly?
Sport Pilots are allowed to fly to an altitude of 10,000 feet above mean sea level, or 2,000 feet above ground level, whichever is higher. Sport Pilots are allowed to operate in Class E and G Airspace.
Can sport pilot fly Cessna 150?
No, the Cessna 150, 152, and 172 does not meet the definition of light-sport aircraft. All of these airplanes are over the maximum weight allowed for someone with only a sport pilot license to fly. This is a very commonly asked question since these Cessna planes are very popular and widely available.
Can a sport pilot fly a helicopter?
Can a Sport Pilot Fly a Helicopter? No, according to FAA rules a helicopter is not a light-sport aircraft and not included in what a sport pilot is permitted to fly. The regulation on the sport pilot license specifically mentions that this is not allowed.
How much does a pilot license cost?
A sport pilot license permits a pilot to fly only light sport aircraft during the day and in good weather. According to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s cost calculator, the cost for a private license runs on average $9,900, a recreational runs $7,700 and a sport license about $4,400.
What are the Sport Pilot privileges and limitations?
General Privileges and Limitations of Sport Pilots. The limitations on Sport Pilots vary slightly depending on the exact certificate, but in general Sport Pilots have the following operational privileges and limitations: They may fly alone or may carry one passenger (in addition to themselves).
How does a sport pilot and a private pilot differ?
One of the biggest differences between the sport pilot and private pilot license is the number of hours required to obtain each license. The Sport Pilot license only requires 20 hours of training while the Private Pilot license requires a minimum of 40 hours of training.
What are the different types of pilot licenses?
Types of Licenses. When earning a basic pilot license, students can choose from three different types of licenses: private, recreational and sport. A pilot with a private license may fly any single engine aircraft with no distance, passenger or weather restrictions.