VAI Debrief: FAA updates PAO flight-hour logging & flight training, testing & checking requirements The FAA has updated the rules regarding flight-time logging for public aircraft operations (PAO), flight instructor privileges, and flight training in experimental and other aircraft. To learn how this rule could affect you, review the member-exclusive VAI Debrief on this new regulation; readers without a VAI membership can review Docket No. FAA-2023-1351 in the Federal Register. To view the VAI Debrief, members must log in.