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For VFR flight at night, when is an electric landing light required?

  1. When the aircraft is operated for hire
  2. On every night flight, with no exceptions
  3. When the flight goes above 5,000 feet MSL at night
  4. When flying in Class B airspace at night
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Correct answer: When the aircraft is operated for hire

One electric landing light is required for night VFR if the aircraft is operated for hire.

Source: 14 CFR Part 91, § 91.205 Powered civil aircraft with standard U.S. airworthiness certificates: Instrument and equipment requirements.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026