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CA.I.B.K1dFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge

d. Purpose and procedure for obtaining a special flight permit

ACS element text (the applicant demonstrates understanding of)

General airworthiness requirements and compliance for airplanes, including: d. Purpose and procedure for obtaining a special flight permit

Bottom line

If you do not have this authority, the local Flight Standards District Office of FAA may issue you a special flight permit unless the airworthiness directive states otherwise.

FAA references

  1. 14 CFR 39.25 (How do I get a special flight permit?) — eCFR current as of 2026-10-08
  2. 14 CFR 39.23 (May I fly my aircraft to a repair facility to do the work required by an airworthiness directive?) — eCFR current as of 2026-10-08
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