Section 61.307 - What tests do I have to take to obtain a sport pilot certificate?To obtain a sport pilot certificate, you must pass the following tests:
(a)Knowledge test. You must pass a knowledge test on the applicable aeronautical knowledge areas listed in § 61.309 . Before you may take the knowledge test for a sport pilot certificate, you must receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who trained you or reviewed and evaluated your home-study course on the aeronautical knowledge areas listed in § 61.309 certifying you are prepared for the test.(b)Practical test. You must pass a practical test on the applicable areas of operation listed in §§ 61.309 and 61.311 . Before you may take the practical test for a sport pilot certificate, you must receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who provided you with flight training on the areas of operation specified in §§ 61.309 and 61.311 in preparation for the practical test. This endorsement certifies that you meet the applicable aeronautical knowledge and experience requirements and are prepared for the practical test.