Part 61 of the 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) requires pilots to keep a reliable record of aeronautical training and experience. This record is to show the completion of the requirements for a new rating and recent flight experience. The logging of other flight time is not required by the 14 CFR but is highly recommended.
The instructor must see that the student obtains a suitable pilot logbook to record training activity. The instructor must also keep a record of ground and flight instruction for three years. This can be done in the instructor's pilot logbook, lesson plans or other written document.
Balloon instructors recommend the following examples for use when endorsing logbooks, which are used to provide written statements for airmen applying for written or practical tests, and when certifying accomplishment of requirements for pilot operating privileges. Each endorsement should include the date, instructor's signature and certificate number. A reference to the appropriate CFR is provided for each endorsement. For more information, see FAA Advisory Circular 61-65C Certification of Pilots and Flight Instructors and 14 CFR Part 61.
A. Endorsement for Pre-Solo Aeronautical Knowledge: 14 CFR §61.87(b)
Mr./Ms. ____________________ has satisfactorily
completed a pre-solo written examination demonstrating knowledge
of the portions of 14 CFR Parts 61 and 91 applicable to student
pilots, and the flight characteristics and operational
limitations for a _________________________ (Make and model
aircraft).
B. Endorsement for Pre-Solo Flight 4 CFR §61.87(k)(1) through (9)
I have given Mr./Ms. _______________________ the flight instruction required by 14 CFR §61.87(k)(1) through (9) in a _______________________ (make and model aircraft).
C. Endorsement for SOLO (each additional 90 day period): 14 CFR §61.87(l)(2).
He/She has met the requirements of FAR §61 and is competent to make safe solo fights in a __________________________ (make and model aircraft).
Note: Normally a student balloon pilot does not need to carry a logbook due to the short distances flown; however, any student pilot must carry a logbook on all solo cross-country flights (25 nautical miles or more) as evidence of the required instructor endorsements. Other limitations may be included such as maximum wind/weather conditions, time of day, location or under instructor supervision only.
D. Endorsement on back of Student Pilot Certificate - 14 CFR §61.87(i)(1).
Fill in the following in the columns provided on the back of the
Student Pilot Certificate- date, make and model of aircraft,
instructor's signature and certificate number. The student
pilot's certificate is endorsed for solo flights only one time
for any make and model aircraft. If the student requires
more than 90 days, then each additional 90-day solo endorsement
period is by endorsement in the student's logbook.
A. Endorsement foe
Aeronautical Knowledge 14 CFR §61.'15(a)(1) and 61 105(b)
I certify that I have given Mr./Ms. ______________________ the
ground instruction required by 14 CFR §61.105(b) (1) through (13).
NOTE:
This endorsement is required for both the written and practical
flight test. It is usually copied on a separate sheet of
paper to be given to the FAA written test examiner by the student.
B.
Endorsement for Flight Proficiency – 14 CFR §61.107(b)(8)
I
ceft4 that I have given Mr./Ms. ____________________ the flight
instruction required by 14 CFR §61.107(b)(8)(i) through (viiii)
and find him/her competent to perform each pilot operation safely
as a private pilot.
C.
Endorsement to Certify Completion of Prequisites for a Practical
Test: 14 CFR §61.39(a)(6)
I
have given Mr./Ms. __________________ flight instruction in
preparation for a private hot air balloon pilot practical test
within the preceding 60 days and find him/her competent to pass
the test and to have satisfactory knowledge of the subject areas
in which the applicant was shown to be deficient by his/her
airman written test.
NOTE:
The instructor's signature in the endorsement block on the
reverse side of the FAA Form 8710-1, Airman Certificate and/or
Rating Application, will be accepted in lieu of the above
endorsement provided all appropriate 14 CFR Part 61
requirements are substantiated by reliable records. However,
the above endorsement without instructor's signature in the
endorsement block of FAA Form 8710-1 is not acceptable.
A. Endorsement for Aeronautical Knowledge 14
CFR §61.35(a)(1) and 61.125(b)
I certify that I have given Mr./Ms.
_______________________ the ground instruction required by 14 CFR
FAR §61.125(b)(1) through (16).
NOTE - This endorsement is required for both
the written and practical flight test. It is usually copied
on a separate sheet of paper to be given to the FAA written test
examiner by the applicant.
B. Endorsement
for Flight Proficiency 14 CFR §61.127(a)
I certify that I have given Mr./Ms.
_____________________ the flight instruction required by 14 CFR
§61.127(b)(8)(i) through (xi) and find him/her competent to
perform each pilot operation as a commercial pilot.
C. Endorsement
to Certify Completion or Prerequisites for a Practical Test: 14
CFR §61.39(a)(6)
I have given Mr./Ms. ________________ flight
instruction in preparation for a commercial hot air balloon pilot
practical test within the preceding 60 days and find him/her
competent to pass the test and to have satisfactory knowledge of
the subject areas in which the applicant was shown to be
deficient by his/her airman written test.
Note: The
instructor’s signature in the endorsement block on the
reverse side of FAA Form 8710-1, Airman Certificate and/or Rating
Application, will be accepted in lieu of the above endorsement provided
all appropriate 14 CFR Part 61 requirements are substantiated by
reliable records. However, the above endorsement without
instructor’s signature in the endorsement block of FAA Form
8710-1 is not acceptable.
1) Mr./Ms. ______________________ holder of pilot certificate number __________________ has satisfactorily completed the flight review required by 14 CFR §61.56 on ____________________ (Date).
Signed Tom Fisher xxxxxxxxx
2) Mr./Ms. __________________ holder of pilot certificate number ___________ has satisfactorily completed 1 hour of ground instruction for the flight review as required by 14 CFR 61.56 on _______________ (Date).
Signed Tom Fisher xxxxxxxxx
3) Mr./Ms. __________________ holder of pilot certificate number ______________ has satisfactorily completed the 1 hour flight required for the flight review as required by 14 CFR 61.56 on __________________ (Date).
Signed Tom Fisher xxxxxxxxx
NOTE: No logbook entry reflecting unsatisfactory performance on a flight review is required.
B. Endorsement for Completion of Pilot Proficiency Award Program (WINGS) AC 61-91 F and 14 CFR §61.56.Mr./Ms. __________________ holder of pilot certificate number _______________ has satisfactorily completed the training requirements outlined in Advisory Circular 61.91 H paragraph 7(d) for lighter-than-air aircraft.
Note: This endorsement will also qualify as a flight review per 14 CFR §61.56(e)
C. Endorsement for Retesting Within 30 Days of First Failure or a Written or Practical Test 14 CFR §61.49.I have given Mr./Ms. __________________ additional ________________ (flight/ground) instruction and find him/her competent to pass the _________________ (name of the written or practical test) test.
Note: The instructor may also complete the endorsement in the space provided at the bottom of the applicant's airman written test report in the case of a first failure on a written test. The instructor must sign the block provided for the instructor's endorsement on the reverse side of the FAA Form 8710-1 for each retake of a practical test. An applicant may retake either a written or practical test within 30 days of a first failure if he or she has received additional instruction and an instructor's endorsement. For subsequent failures of both practical and written tests, the applicant must wait until 30 days after he/she failed the test before applying for retesting.