Student Pilot Time Limitations

As a student pilot, in order to be considered current for solo flight you must receive a logbook endorsement by an authorized instructor every 90 days. This is stated in FAR Part 61.87 section “n” paragraph 5. It is my preferred policy to have students fly at least every 30 days or receive this endorsement again if not possible. This will ensure that the student is current and comfortable flying after a period of time of inactive flight status. The reason for this is that it is easy for any pilot, not just students, to pick up bad or un-safe habits in even a short period of time such as 30 days of inactive flight status. By flying at least this often with an instructor, these habits can be avoided and corrected in order to disallow the formation and furthering of such habits.

Also, during your training, weather will play in an important role in whether or not to fly solo. If there is not a ceiling of at least 3000 MSL and flight visibility of at least 7 statute miles, do not fly. Also, wind conditions will be important to consider. If they are greater than 10 knots maximum head wind component or greater than 7 knots maximum crosswind component, do not fly. These policies of mine are in order to best provide for the safety of yourself and the aircraft you will be using during your training to become a safe and proficient pilot. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask and I will be more than happy to discuss them with you. Thank you!

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