Glider - Aircraft Type Information
Certification and Eligibility
The following are the requirements for eligibility for a private pilot certificate with a Glider rating:
- Must be 16 years or older.
- Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
- Complete training and flight time in accordance with part 61 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations.[2]
- Pass a knowledge test and a practical test.
- Be certified as student pilot, sport pilot, or recreational pilot.
Top 10 Glider Owners
| Name | Number Registered |
|---|---|
| LEONARD STEVEN E | 49 |
| REGISTRATION PENDING | 29 |
| CIVIL AIR PATROL INC | 26 |
| CIVIL AIR PATROL | 26 |
| SKY SAILING INC | 23 |
| SALE REPORTED | 23 |
| WESTERN ANTIQUE AEROPLANE & AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM | 18 |
| CLAYTON HARRY L | 16 |
| YATES ELECTROSPACE CORP | 14 |
| US AIR FORCE | 12 |
Glider Certifications Since 2014
No certification data for active aircraft since 2014.
Map of Glider Registrations
This interactive map visualizes the number of Glider aircraft registered in either the United States or Worldwide.
Map Data Unavailable
Data Sources
All information and statistical data on this page is sourced and derived from the Federal Aviation Administration.