Sport Pilot
From Pilots Almanac
The Sport Pilot category was created by the FAA in 2004 to open aviation to enthusiasts who had less stringent demands. Thus, they require less training than a Private Pilot or Recreational Pilot. They may only fly Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) for which they are certificated, and must fly in daylight VFR conditions only. A maximum of one passenger may accompany a sport pilot in flight.
One of the more dramatic changes with the sport pilot certification is that an FAA medical certificate is not required.
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