![]() FAR§61.31(j)(1)(iii) is not specific, but the ground and flight training should include that required by the relevant part of FAA Advisory Circular AC 61-94 - Pilot Transition Course for Self Launching or Powered Sailplane (Motorgliders). Where are details of the required ground and flight training set out? No however you need to receive and satisfactorily complete ground and flight training from an authorized instructor in a self launched glider, and receive a logbook endorsement to that effect. If I need, but do not have, a self launch endorsement, do I need to take a practical test to get one? FAA records (consult your local FSDO) should show the date that you were issued your unrestricted certificate if there is a problem receiving such a confirmation, you may be able to confirm the position by logbook entries showing signoff for FAA practical tests by both aerotow and ground launch prior to Augfollowed by exercise of privileges of both of these. How do I evidence the fact that I held an unrestricted certificate prior to August 4, 1997? I held an unrestricted glider pilot certificate, but surrendered it in exchange for one issued after Augon completing an additional rating. A glider pilot certificate issued prior to Augwhich does not contain a restriction, e.g. What is meant by an “unrestricted” glider pilot rating? Yes, unless you held an unrestricted glider pilot rating before August 4, 1997. If I already hold a glider rating on a private (or higher) pilot certificate, do I require a self launch endorsement? Yes, every applicant must pass a practical test. To obtain a glider pilot rating, am I required to take a flight test? Yes, you require to pass a knowledge test, but only if you don’t hold a private or higher airplane (or rotorcraft, powered lift or airship) rating. To obtain a glider pilot rating, am I required to take a written test? Do I require a medical certificate to fly a self launched glider? A self launched glider is certified as a glider, so you require a glider pilot rating, private or commercial. If I want to fly a self launched glider, can I do this if I hold a US pilot certificate with an airplane rating? Please contact Dean or the ASA if you believe there is an error.) (These replies are considered correct as of May 2001. ![]() If you are considering flying a self-launched motor glider in the US, here are some questions and answers which you may find helpful. ![]() Do You Need an FAA Motor Glider Rating in the USA? ![]()
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