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Federal Aviation Regulations

Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) define the rules every pilot must follow. This topic covers the regulations most relevant to private pilots: Part 61 (pilot certification requirements), Part 91 (general operating and flight rules), and the regulatory framework for airspace, equipment requirements, and special operations. Understanding these regulations is essential for both the knowledge test and safe flying.

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What You'll Study

10 subtopics covered in the Federal Aviation Regulations knowledge area

14 CFR Part 61 — Pilot certification
14 CFR Part 91 — General operating rules
VFR weather minimums by airspace
Right-of-way rules
Required equipment (day and night VFR)
Aircraft inspections and maintenance
Medical certificate requirements
Currency and recency requirements
Special use airspace
NOTAMs and TFRs

FAA Source Material

Official FAA publications referenced in this topic area

14 CFR Part 61

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14 CFR Part 91

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PHAK Chapter 14 — Airport Operations

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Sample Questions

Example questions from the Federal Aviation Regulations topic area

What are the VFR weather minimums for Class E airspace below 10,000 feet?

How many hours of flight time are required for a private pilot certificate?

When is a transponder required?

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