What are your limitations as a student pilot?


What are your limitations as a student pilot? The following restrictions apply to solo student pilots: o No carrying passengers; o No carrying property for compensation or hire; o No flying for compensation or hire; o No international flights; o No flying when flight or surface visibility is less than 3 sm during the day; o No flying without visual reference to ...


Can a student pilot fly special VFR?

A student pilot may not act as pilot in command of an aircraft when flight or ground visibility is less than 3 statute miles during daylight conditions, ref: 61.89(a)(6). Therefore, he can not request a special VFR clearance. The same is true for a Sport pilot and Recreational pilot.


Do pilots kids fly free?

This benefit varies from airline to airline. Family members may fly free when space is available or at discounted rates. Flying stand-by is a common benefit, but it can be challenging when there is a group. Some airlines provide “buddy passes” to pilots to share with friends and families.


What are the VFR limitations for student pilots?

While the basic VFR weather minimums outlined in § 91.155 specify a minimum flight visibility of 1 statute mile and clear of clouds when 1,200 feet or less above the surface (AGL) in the daytime, the general student pilot limitations of § 61.89 do not permit student pilots to operate with less than 3 miles of flight or ...