OF QUESTIONS 5. Do Sport Pilots have less piloting skill than Private Pilots?
• No. Sport Pilots must be trained to the same skill and proficiency. Less training hours are required for a Sport Pilot because night, instrument, high altitude and VOR is not required. Most Private Pilots flying for sport do not typically use these skills. BACK TO LIST OF QUESTIONS 6. What are the Sport Pilot Certified Flight Instructor (CFI-SP) rating privileges and limitations? • Allows current CFI’s to train sport pilots using drivers license as medical eligibility. • Certified Flight Instructors for Sport Pilot (CFI-SP) do not need an instrument rating to become a Certified Flight Instructor. • Allows national organization instructors to use Ultralight exemption experience until January 31, 2008. • Must renew instructors certificate every two years similar to Private Pilot and above CFI.
