Pre-solo knowledge test endorsement
Pre-Solo Knowledge Test Endorsement
This is the FAA required logbook endorsement under 14 CFR § 61.87(b) certifying the student pilot has passed the pre-solo knowledge test.
FAA Pre-Solo Knowledge Test Endorsement
I certify that [Student Name] has satisfactorily completed the pre-solo knowledge test of 14 CFR § 61.87(b) for the [Make/Model] aircraft. Date: [Date] [Instructor Name] [Instructor Cert Number] Exp. [Instructor Cert Exp Date]
When You Need This Endorsement
The pre-solo knowledge test endorsement certifies that the student pilot has satisfactorily completed the required knowledge test for solo flight in the specific aircraft make and model. This is a mandatory gate before solo flight authorization under 14 CFR § 61.87(b).
The endorsement must be issued by a flight instructor and placed in the student's logbook before solo flight is authorized. Verify the student passed the knowledge test and record the specific aircraft make/model for which the test was completed.
FAA Reference
14 CFR § 61.87(b)
Pre-solo knowledge test requirement and endorsement criteria.
AC 61-65K
Advisory Circular with FAA-endorsed pre-solo endorsement templates and guidance.
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