How much Sport Pilot airplane flight time can count towards the Private Pilot Airplane Certificate?
Unfortunately, it can be complicated to figure out, so here we explain ‘what time counts’ and how to strategize sport pilot training IF the Sport Pilot is going onto Private Pilot.
In addition to the 2004 initial regulations, Paul Hamilton drills into the specific NEW (2019) regulations that allow Sport Pilot Flight Instructors (CFIS) additional privileges and allow more time for Sport Pilot Certificate holders to apply their time to the Private Pilot minimum hours.
Online Course:
Private Pilot Training: How Many Hours of Sport Pilot Training Can Be Applied To Private Pilot Training?
Sport Aviation Center
PAUL HAMILTON,
CFI, DPE, LSR-M
Paul is one of the first people to receive Sport Pilot Certified Instructor (CFI) and Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) for Sport Pilots. He is owner of Sport Aviation Center, a FBO located at the Carson City Airport in Carson City, Nevada, USA.