To act as PIC carrying passengers, the pilot must have made at least three takeoffs and three landings in an aircraft of the same category, class, and type within the preceding

• A. 30 days
• B. 60 days
• C. 90 days
• D. 120 days

Answer: (C)

Having current flight experience is required to act as PIC with passengers. To stay current, you must have completed at least three takeoffs and three landings in an aircraft of the same category, class, and type within the preceding 90 days. The landings must be to a full stop, not just touch-and-go. This rule ensures you’ve recently practiced the most critical phases of flight—takeoffs and landings—so you can safely carry passengers. If you’re not current, you can regain it by performing the required three takeoffs and landings with a safety pilot (in actual flight) or by completing an appropriate flight review or proficiency check per FAA rules.