Which of the following must be true for a pilot to exercise the privileges of their class rating?

For a pilot to exercise the privileges of their class rating, holding a valid flight review for that class rating is essential. The flight review is designed to ensure that the pilot maintains a certain level of proficiency and currency in the specific class of aircraft they are operating. This review typically includes both a ground and flight component, and must be completed within a specified timeframe, usually every two years, to keep the pilot’s privileges active.

While completing a flight test for an aircraft type or a written exam may be necessary for obtaining a rating in the first place, they are not continuing requirements to maintain the privileges associated with a class rating. Similarly, while pilots may need to meet minimum flight hour requirements for initial licensing or specific endorsements, these are not a standard condition to exercise the privileges of an existing class rating, assuming that the review is current. Thus, having a valid flight review is the critical ongoing requirement that must be fulfilled for a pilot to legally operate within their class rating privileges.