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Which limit does every sport pilot certificate carry?

Holder does not meet ICAO requirements.

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  1. Not valid in Class G airspace
  2. Holder does not meet ICAO requirements ✔
  3. Valid for single-seat aircraft only

Why: Sport pilot certificates carry the limit 'Holder does not meet ICAO requirements'. To fly outside the United States, a sport pilot needs prior authorization from the country where they want to fly.

Huh, didn't know that: Sport pilots also may not tow any object.

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Why did the sport pilot pack extra snacks for the trip abroad? He wanted ICAO-sized portions.
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Answer: Holder does not meet ICAO requirements. Sport pilot certificates carry the limit 'Holder does not meet ICAO requirements'. To fly outside the United States, a sport pilot needs prior authorization from the country where they want to fly.

  1. 14 CFR 61.315, Sport pilot privileges and limits (eCFR) www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-14?part=61&section=61.315
    Your sport pilot certificate carries the limit “Holder does not meet ICAO requirements.”
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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