61.103—Eligibility requirements: General.
To be eligible for a private pilot certificate, a person must:
(c)
Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language. If the applicant is unable to meet one of these requirements due to medical reasons, then the Administrator may place such operating limitations on that applicant's pilot certificate as are necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft.
(1)
Conducted the training or reviewed the person's home study on the aeronautical knowledge areas listed in § 61.105(b) of this part that apply to the aircraft rating sought; and
(e)
Pass the required knowledge test on the aeronautical knowledge areas listed in § 61.105(b) of this part.
(1)
Conducted the training in the areas of operation listed in § 61.107(b) of this part that apply to the aircraft rating sought; and
(g)
Meet the aeronautical experience requirements of this part that apply to the aircraft rating sought before applying for the practical test.
(h)
Pass a practical test on the areas of operation listed in § 61.107(b) of this part that apply to the aircraft rating sought.
(i)
Comply with the appropriate sections of this part that apply to the aircraft category and class rating sought.
(j)
Hold a U.S. student pilot certificate, sport pilot certificate, or recreational pilot certificate.