# Aviation Training Device Credit for Pilot Certification
> **Rule** · Direct final rule. · Published 2014-12-03 · Effective 2015-01-20 · 79 FR 71634
## Document
- **Document number:** 2014-28485
- **Category:** other
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Direct final rule.
- **Citation:** 79 FR 71634
- **Publication date:** 2014-12-03
- **Effective date:** 2015-01-20
- **FAA docket:** Docket No.: FAA-2014-0987
## Abstract

This rulemaking relieves burdens on pilots seeking to obtain aeronautical experience, training, and certification by increasing the allowed use of aviation training devices. These training devices have proven to be an effective, safe, and affordable means of obtaining pilot experience. These actions are necessary to bring the regulations in line with current needs and activities of the general aviation training community and pilots.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2014/12/03/2014-28485/aviation-training-device-credit-for-pilot-certification)
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