DavidH
Pre-Flight
I just read that the FAA is adding another layer of complexity for student pilots. Apparently student pilot certificates will now have to come from the FAA after TSA background checks have been performed... as opposed to the traditional paper certificate issued by a DME. The article states this new rule is to take effect April 1st 2016.
http://studentpilotnews.com/2016/02/02/new-student-pilot-certificate
http://studentpilotnews.com/2016/02/02/new-student-pilot-certificate