The type and date of each student pilot endorsement given shall be maintained by each flight instructor. For what period of time is this record required to be retained?

The type and date of each student pilot endorsement given shall be maintained by each flight instructor. For what period of time is this record required to be retained?

• A. 1 year
• B. 2 years
• C. 3 years
• D. 4 years

Answer: (C)

Endorsements are documented permissions that certify a student has met the required training for a specific flight activity, such as solo flight or a cross-country operation. Keeping a clear record of the type of endorsement and the date ensures there is verifiable proof that the student was authorized to perform those flights and that the authorization actually occurred. The required retention period is three years from the date of each endorsement, so the instructor has a ready record for any future verification or investigation. In practice, note the endorsement type, date, the student’s name, and the instructor’s details, and retain that record for three years.

Endorsements are documented permissions that certify a student has met the required training for a specific flight activity, such as solo flight or a cross-country operation. Keeping a clear record of the type of endorsement and the date ensures there is verifiable proof that the student was authorized to perform those flights and that the authorization actually occurred. The required retention period is three years from the date of each endorsement, so the instructor has a ready record for any future verification or investigation. In practice, note the endorsement type, date, the student’s name, and the instructor’s details, and retain that record for three years.