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Part 61 vs. Part 141

 

Part 61
Part 61 is the most flexible option. A training syllabus is not required and not subject to F.A.A. approval under part 61, therefore part 61 allows the instructor to arrange lessons and lesson plans to suit the individual needs of the students. No formal ground school is required under part 61 but all students must pass the written knowledge tests for the particular certificate or rating. Because the regulations governing part 61 training are less strict, more minimum hours are required for each certificate or rating.

Part 141
 Part 141 consists of a fully F.A.A. approved and standardized training syllabus. Formal ground instruction is required and all students must pass the written knowledge tests for the particular certificate or rating. Stage checks are required to be administered and passed throughout the training. F.A.A. inspection of the school and its facilites on a regular basis is required. Detailed records of each students progress are kept and are subject to F.A.A. regular inspections. Because 141 training adheres to these strict standards, fewer hours are required for each certificate or rating.

Hour Difference between Part 61 and Part 141
  Part 141 Part 61
Private 35 Hours Minimum 40 Hours Minimum
Commercial 190 Hours Minimum 250 Hours Minimum