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Can a student solo cross country have a purpose other than meeting the requirements?

Asked by: 1029 views FAA Regulations, Student Pilot

My student wants to fly solo cross country to pick up his dog, which is currently with friends. Anyone know if such a flight is prohibited by the regs? Ignore for now the question of whether it's a wise choice or not. I'm looking for regulatory parameters.

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  1. Russ Roslewski on Feb 22, 2023

    Read 61.89. I do not see this flight as fitting into any of the prohibited operations.

    Assuming:
    He isn’t being paid to pick up the dog.
    Somebody isn’t paying to have the dog transported.
    This flight isn’t part of a business endeavor.

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  2. Mark Kolber on Feb 24, 2023

    I stopped and spent a few hours visiting friends.

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