PracticeVideosBlogFlashcardsEspañol
All Practice Exams

100+ Free FAA SPP Knowledge Test — Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Practice Questions

Prepare for the FAA Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Knowledge Test (Test Code: SPP) exam with instant access — no signup required.

✓ No registration✓ No credit card✓ No hidden fees✓ Start practicing immediately
100+ Questions
100% Free

Loading practice questions...

Same family resources

Explore More FAA Airman and Aviation Certificates

Continue into nearby exams from the same family. Each card keeps practice questions, study guides, flashcards, videos, and articles in one place.

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Practice QuestionsStudy GuideCheat SheetFlashcardsCourse Playlist3 videos5 blogs

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P)

Practice QuestionsStudy GuideCheat SheetFlashcards2 videos2 blogs

FAA Sport Pilot Certificate

Practice QuestionsStudy Guide1 blog

CFI Flight Instructor

Practice Questions1 video5 blogs

Instrument Rating

Practice Questions2 videos5 blogs

ATP Pilot

Practice Questions1 video5 blogs

More From This Family

Videos and articles for deeper review.

VideoBest E6B Flight Computers for the Instrument Rating Exam 2026: Electronic & Manual Models ComparedVideoBest Pilot Kneeboards for Flight Training: Complete 2026 Buying GuideVideoFAA A&P Mechanic Salary & Career Outlook 2026: Is It Worth It?VideoFAA Part 107 Renewal 2026: Free Recurrent Training GuideArticleFAA Part 107 Study Guide: Pass First Try (2026)20 min readArticleFAA Part 107 Renewal 2026: Free Recurrent Training Guide11 min readArticleFAA Part 107 Testing Center & Exam-Day Checklist (2026)14 min readArticleFAA A&P Mechanic Salary & Career Outlook 2026: Is It Worth It?16 min read
2026 Statistics

Key Facts: FAA SPP Knowledge Test — Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Exam

SPP

Test Code

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

40 Questions

Official Question Count

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

2 Hours (120 Min)

Time Limit

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

70%

Passing Score

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

Prepare for the FAA SPP Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Knowledge Test with 100 practice questions covering Part 61/91 rules, ram-air canopy dynamics, engine and cart operations, density altitude calculations, and VFR airspace minimums. 40 official questions, 2-hour limit, 70% passing score.

Sample FAA SPP Knowledge Test — Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Practice Questions

Try these sample questions to test your FAA SPP Knowledge Test — Sport Pilot Powered Parachute exam readiness. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.

1Under 14 CFR § 61.23, what medical qualification is required for a pilot to exercise sport pilot privileges in a powered parachute, provided they do not hold an FAA medical certificate?
A.A valid U.S. driver's license, provided the pilot's most recent FAA medical application was not denied, revoked, or suspended
B.A third-class FAA medical certificate is mandatory regardless of driver's license status
C.A self-certified medical statement endorsed by a certified flight instructor
D.No medical documentation or driver's license is required for sport pilot operations
Explanation: Section 61.23(c)(1)(ii) lets a person exercising sport pilot privileges in a § 61.316 aircraft other than a glider or balloon hold either a medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver's license. Section 61.23(c)(2) adds the conditions: comply with every restriction on the license, have been found eligible at the most recent medical application, and hold no suspended or revoked medical certificate.
2According to 14 CFR § 61.305, what is the minimum age requirement to be eligible for a Sport Pilot Certificate with a powered parachute category rating?
A.17 years of age
B.16 years of age
C.18 years of age
D.15 years of age
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 61.305, an applicant must be at least 17 years of age to be eligible for a Sport Pilot Certificate with a powered parachute category rating (or 16 years of age for a glider or balloon rating). Note that 16 is the minimum age for a student pilot solo endorsement in a powered parachute.
3Under 14 CFR § 61.315, what is the maximum operating altitude for a sport pilot operating a powered parachute without a specific endorsement?
A.10,000 feet MSL or 2,000 feet AGL, whichever is higher
B.5,000 feet MSL or 1,000 feet AGL, whichever is higher
C.12,500 feet MSL
D.3,000 feet AGL
Explanation: 14 CFR § 61.315(c)(11) restricts sport pilots from operating an aircraft at an altitude of more than 10,000 feet MSL or 2,000 feet AGL, whichever is higher.
4Under 14 CFR § 61.315, may a sport pilot operate a powered parachute at night?
A.Yes, after completing the § 61.329 night training in powered parachutes, receiving the instructor's endorsement, and holding a medical certificate or meeting the § 61.113(i) BasicMed conditions
B.Yes, provided the powered parachute is equipped with position lights and anti-collision lights
C.No, a sport pilot may never act as pilot in command at night
D.Yes, within 25 nautical miles of the departure airport
Explanation: Since the MOSAIC amendments effective October 22, 2025, § 61.315(c)(5) prohibits night flight only 'except as provided in § 61.329.' Section 61.329 requires 3 hours of night flight training in the specific category and class and 10 night takeoffs and landings to a full stop, plus an instructor endorsement and either a part 67 medical certificate or the § 61.113(i) conditions. Note that § 61.329(a)(1) expressly excepts powered parachutes from the night cross-country requirement.
5To maintain flight currency to act as pilot in command of a powered parachute under 14 CFR § 61.56, a pilot must complete a flight review within the preceding:
A.24 calendar months
B.12 calendar months
C.6 calendar months
D.36 calendar months
Explanation: 14 CFR § 61.56 requires a pilot to complete a flight review consisting of at least 1 hour of ground instruction and 1 hour of flight training within the preceding 24 calendar months to act as pilot in command.
6Which aircraft does the VFR fuel rule in 14 CFR § 91.151 reach, and what follows for a powered parachute pilot?
A.Paragraph (a) applies to airplanes (30 minutes day, 45 minutes night) and paragraph (b) to rotorcraft (20 minutes); a powered parachute is neither, so no numeric reserve is prescribed and the pilot must still plan fuel under § 91.103
B.It applies to all aircraft, so a powered parachute must carry a 15-minute reserve
C.It applies to all aircraft, so a powered parachute must carry a 45-minute reserve day or night
D.It applies to all aircraft, so a powered parachute must be able to fly for a total of 2 hours
Explanation: Section 91.151(a) opens 'No person may begin a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions...' and paragraph (b) covers rotorcraft. Under § 1.1 a powered parachute is its own category, an aircraft with a flexible or semi-rigid wing that is not in position for flight until the aircraft is in motion, so it is neither an airplane nor a rotorcraft. Section 91.103 still requires the pilot in command to become familiar with fuel requirements before every flight, and a 30-minute reserve remains sound practice.
7Under 14 CFR § 91.113(d), which aircraft must a powered parachute yield to when they are converging at approximately the same altitude?
A.A balloon, a glider, an airship, and an aircraft towing or refueling another aircraft
B.Only a balloon
C.Any airplane, because airplanes fly faster
D.Nothing; a powered parachute has the right-of-way over every other category
Explanation: Section 91.113(d) ranks the categories when aircraft of different categories converge: (d)(1) a balloon has the right-of-way over any other category, (d)(2) a glider over powered aircraft, (d)(3) an airship over all other powered aircraft except an aircraft towing or refueling, and (d)(4) an aircraft towing or refueling over all other powered aircraft. A powered parachute is a powered aircraft, so it yields to all four. Section 91.113(c) also gives an aircraft in distress the right-of-way over everything.
8Under 14 CFR § 91.17, what is the maximum allowable alcohol concentration in blood or breath for a person acting as a crewmember of a powered parachute?
A.0.04 percent or higher
B.0.08 percent or higher
C.0.02 percent or higher
D.0.10 percent or higher
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 91.17(a)(4), no person may act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft while having an alcohol concentration of 0.04 grams or more per 100 milliliters of blood or 210 liters of breath, or within 8 hours after consuming any alcoholic beverage.
9According to 14 CFR § 47.40, how long is an FAA Certificate of Aircraft Registration valid for a light-sport powered parachute before it must be renewed?
A.7 years
B.3 years
C.1 year
D.Indefinitely unless cancelled or transferred
Explanation: Section 47.40(a) states that a Certificate of Aircraft Registration issued under § 47.31 expires seven years after the last day of the month in which it is issued. The FAA extended the term from three years to seven effective January 23, 2023. Under § 47.40(b) the owner may apply for renewal during the six months preceding expiration.
10According to NTSB Part 830.5, which occurrence requires immediate notification to the nearest National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) field office?
A.An in-flight fire or flight control system failure
B.A flat tire during landing rollout
C.Engine failure during ground taxiing
D.A minor tear in the outer canopy fabric repaired before flight
Explanation: NTSB Part 830.5 mandates immediate notification for specific serious incidents, including flight control system failure, in-flight fire, in-flight structural failure of a turbine engine, or collision of aircraft in flight.

About the FAA SPP Knowledge Test — Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Exam

The FAA SPP Knowledge Test is required for obtaining a Sport Pilot Certificate with a Powered Parachute category rating. It tests knowledge on 14 CFR Part 61 Subpart J (Sport Pilot rules), Part 91 general operating regulations, ram-air canopy inflation and steering flight dynamics, engine/propeller cart mechanics, weight and balance, density altitude, VFR weather minimums, and airspace navigation.

Assessment

40 multiple-choice questions administered via computer at PSI testing centers covering 14 CFR regulations, canopy aerodynamics, cart systems, weather, density altitude, and airspace.

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$175 (Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) / PSI Services)

FAA SPP Knowledge Test — Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Exam Content Outline

30%

FAA Regulations (14 CFR Part 61 Subpart J & Part 91)

Sport pilot privileges and limitations, medical eligibility (driver's license rule), logbook endorsements, flight review requirements, passenger carriage, and Part 91 operating rules.

25%

Powered Parachute Aerodynamics & Canopy Dynamics

Ram-air canopy wing mechanics, pendulum stability, inflation techniques, trim speed control, throttle-controlled pitch/climb, asymmetric collapse recovery, and flare/landing physics.

25%

Engine Operations, Cart Systems & Performance

Two-stroke and four-stroke engine operation, preflight checks, fuel-to-oil mixture, propeller clearance, weight & balance, density altitude calculations, and emergency engine-out glide maneuvers.

20%

Airspace, Aviation Weather & Navigation

Class B, C, D, E, and G airspace rules, VFR visibility and cloud clearance minimums, wind drift, density altitude impact, altimetry, METAR/TAF reports, and runway layout/traffic patterns.

How to Pass the FAA SPP Knowledge Test — Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Assessment: 40 multiple-choice questions administered via computer at PSI testing centers covering 14 CFR regulations, canopy aerodynamics, cart systems, weather, density altitude, and airspace.
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
  • Exam fee: $175

Keys to Passing

  • Work through all 100 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

FAA SPP Knowledge Test — Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Study Tips from Top Performers

1Understand that climb and descent rates in a powered parachute are controlled primarily by engine throttle, while pitch attitude remains nearly constant due to canopy pendulum stability.
2Memorize Sport Pilot privileges under 14 CFR Part 61 Subpart J, including altitude limits (10,000 feet MSL or 2,000 feet AGL), night flight prohibitions, and driver's license medical rules.
3Master calculation questions for density altitude, groundspeed, wind correction angles, and cart gross weight and center of gravity.
4Study canopy emergency procedures, including asymmetric cell collapse, line twist recovery, and glide ratio estimation during total engine failure.
5Learn VFR visibility and cloud clearance requirements for Class B, C, D, E, and G airspace.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FAA SPP Knowledge Test?

The FAA SPP exam is the computer-based knowledge test for earning a Sport Pilot Certificate with a Powered Parachute (PPC) category rating.

How many questions are on the official FAA SPP exam and what is the passing score?

The official test consists of 40 multiple-choice questions with a 2-hour time limit. The passing grade is 70% (28 out of 40 correct).

What medical certificate is required for a Sport Pilot Powered Parachute rating?

Under 14 CFR Part 61 Subpart J, you may use a valid US driver's license as evidence of medical qualification, provided you have not been denied, revoked, or suspended for an FAA medical certificate.

What key topics are tested on the FAA SPP exam?

The exam covers 14 CFR Part 61 Subpart J rules, Part 91 regulations, ram-air canopy mechanics, throttle-controlled climb/descent, cart weight & balance, engine/propeller safety, density altitude, wind drift, and VFR airspace visibility/cloud clearance minimums.