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Pilot certificates and privilegesQuestion 40 of 934

What is the minimum total flight time for a private pilot certificate with an airplane single-engine rating under Part 61?

  1. 35 hours, with 20 hours of flight training and 5 hours of solo flight training
  2. 40 hours, with 10 hours of flight training and 20 hours of solo flight training
  3. 50 hours, with 25 hours of flight training and 10 hours of solo flight training
  4. 40 hours, with 20 hours of flight training and 10 hours of solo flight training
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Correct answer: 40 hours, with 20 hours of flight training and 10 hours of solo flight training

The applicant must log at least 40 hours, including 20 hours of flight training and 10 hours of solo.

Source: 14 CFR Part 61, § 61.109 Aeronautical experience.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026