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Pilot certificates and privilegesQuestion 16 of 934

A pilot plans to fly a tailwheel airplane as pilot in command. The pilot has no tailwheel experience. What is required?

  1. Only a flight review given by any certificated instructor
  2. A written statement from the owner of the airplane
  3. A type rating for the tailwheel airplane from an examiner
  4. Tailwheel flight training and a logbook endorsement
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Correct answer: Tailwheel flight training and a logbook endorsement

Section 61.31 requires logged flight training and a logbook endorsement for tailwheel airplanes.

Source: 14 CFR Part 61, § 61.31 Type rating requirements, additional training, and authorization requirements.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026