Except for the limitations placed on a sport pilot, there is essentially very little difference between the sport and the private pilot knowledge exam. The main difference is that the sport pilot knowledge exam covers far fewer technical areas than does the private pilot knowledge exam, and it doesn't cover electronic navigation (i.e., GPS, VOR, ADF). So, when studying for the sport pilot exam using my Private Pilot Handbook, when you read the word private pilot, this means either private or sport pilot (with the regulation exceptions listed below).

In terms of test questions, there will only be a few questions on the sport pilot knowledge exam that are different from the private pilot knowledge exam. Everything else is the same. These questions are listed below and their correct answers are underlined. Additionally, the applicable sport pilot regulations with which you should become familiar are also shown below. So read the Private Pilot Handbook (Chapter 11 is optional for right now) and Workbook to become very well prepared for the sport pilot knowledge exam.

Sport Pilot Questions Different from Private Exam

How many passengers is a sport pilot allowed to carry on board?
A) One.
B) Two.
C) Three.

If sunset is 2021 and the end of evening civil twilight is 2043, when must a sport pilot terminate the flight?
A) 2021.
B) 2043.
C) 2121.

Which is true regarding flight operations to a satellite airport, without an operating control tower, within Class C airspace?
A) Prior to entering that airspace, a Sport Pilot must contact the FSS.
B) Prior to entering that airspace, a Sport Pilot must contact the primary airport tower.
C) Prior to entering that airspace, a Sport Pilot must receive the appropriate logbook endorsement.

Who is responsible for determining whether a Sport Pilot is fit to fly for a particular flight, even though the pilot holds a current and valid U.S. driver`s license?
A) The FAA.
B) The pilot.
C) The medical examiner.

(Refer to the figure below.) The visibility and cloud clearance requirements for a Sport Pilot to operate over Sandpoint Airport at less than 700 feet AGL are
A) 3 miles and clear of clouds.
B) 1 mile and 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2,000 feet horizontally from each cloud.
C) 3 miles and 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2,000 feet horizontally from each cloud.

Sport Pilot minimum flight visibility for Class E airspace less than 10,000 feet mean sea level (MSL) is
A) 2,000 feet horizontal.
B) 3 statute miles.
C) 3 nautical miles.

Applicable Sport Pilot Regulations

Part 1: Federal Aviation Regulation Definitions
A light sport aircraft (LSA) is an aircraft, other than a helicopter or powered-lift vehicle that, since its original certification, has continued to meet the following:

• a maximum takeoff weight or not more than 1,320 pounds (600 kilograms) for aircraft not intended for operations on water; 1,430 pounds (650 kilograms) for seaplanes.
• a maximum airspeed in level flight with maximum continuous power (VH) of not more that 120 knots calibrated airspeed (CAS).
• a single reciprocating engine (assuming it's a powered LSA)
• is classified as either an airplane, gyroplane, glider, lighter-than-air, powered parachute or weight-shift control.

FAR 61.315 What are the privileges and limits of my sport pilot certificate?
(a) If you hold a sport pilot certificate you may act as pilot in command of a light-sport aircraft, except as specified in paragraph (c) of this section.
(b) You may share the operating expenses of a flight with a passenger, provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenses, or aircraft rental fees. You must pay at least half the operating expenses of the flight.
(c) You may not act as pilot in command of a light-sport aircraft:
(1) That is carrying a passenger or property for compensation or hire.
(2) For compensation or hire.
(3) In furtherance of a business.
(4) While carrying more than one passenger.
(5) At night.
(6) In Class A airspace.
(7) In Class B, C, and D airspace, at an airport located in Class B, C, or D airspace, and to, from, through, or at an airport having an operational control tower unless you have met the requirements specified in FAR 61.325.
(8) Outside the United States, unless you have prior authorization from the country in which you seek to operate. Your sport pilot certificate carries the limit "Holder does not meet ICAO requirements."
(9) To demonstrate the aircraft in flight to a prospective buyer if you are an aircraft salesperson.
(10) In a passenger-carrying airlift sponsored by a charitable organization.
(11) At an altitude of more than 10,000 feet MSL.
(12) When the flight or surface visibility is less than 3 statute miles.
(13) Without visual reference to the surface.
(14) If the aircraft has a VH that exceeds 87 knots CAS, unless you have met the requirements of FAR 61.327.
(15) Contrary to any operating limitation placed on the airworthiness certificate of the aircraft being flown.
(16) Contrary to any limit or endorsement on your pilot certificate, airman medical certificate, or any other limit or endorsement from an authorized instructor.
(17) Contrary to any restriction or limitation on your U.S. driver's license or any restriction or limitation imposed by judicial or administrative order when using your driver's license to satisfy a requirement of this part.
(18) While towing any object.
(19) As a pilot flight crewmember on any aircraft for which more than one pilot is required by the type certificate of the aircraft or the regulations under which the flight is conducted.

FAR 61.317 Is my sport pilot certificate issued with aircraft category and class ratings?
Your sport pilot certificate does not list aircraft category and class ratings. When you successfully pass the practical test for a sport pilot certificate, regardless of the light-sport aircraft privileges you seek, the FAA will issue you a sport pilot certificate without any category and class ratings. The FAA will provide you with a logbook endorsement for the category, class, and make and model of aircraft in which you are authorized to act as pilot in command.

FAR 61.319 Can I operate a make and model of aircraft other than the make and model aircraft for which I have received an endorsement?
If you hold a sport pilot certificate you may operate any make and model of light-sport aircraft in the same category and class and within the same set of aircraft as the make and model of aircraft for which you have received an endorsement.

FAR 61.321 How do I obtain privileges to operate an additional category or class of light-sport aircraft?
If you hold a sport pilot certificate and seek to operate an additional category or class of light-sport aircraft, you must--
(a) Receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who trained you on the applicable aeronautical knowledge areas specified in FAR 61.309 and areas of operation specified in FAR 61.311. The endorsement certifies you have met the aeronautical knowledge and flight proficiency requirements for the additional light-sport aircraft privilege you seek;
(b) Successfully complete a proficiency check from an authorized instructor other than the instructor who trained you on the aeronautical knowledge areas and areas of operation specified in FAR 61.309 and FAR 61.311 for the additional light-sport aircraft privilege you seek;
(c) Complete an application for those privileges on a form and in a manner acceptable to the FAA and present this application to the authorized instructor who conducted the proficiency check specified in paragraph (b) of this section; and
(d) Receive a logbook endorsement from the instructor who conducted the proficiency check specified in paragraph (b) of this section certifying you are proficient in the applicable areas of operation and aeronautical knowledge areas, and that you are authorized for the additional category and class light-sport aircraft privilege.

FAR 61.323 How do I obtain privileges to operate a make and model of light-sport aircraft in the same category and class within a different set of aircraft?
If you hold a sport pilot certificate and seek to operate a make and model of light-sport aircraft in the same category and class but within a different set of aircraft as the make and model of aircraft for which you have received an endorsement, you must--
(a) Receive and log ground and flight training from an authorized instructor in a make and model of light-sport aircraft that is within the same set of aircraft as the make and model of aircraft you intend to operate;
(b) Receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who provided you with the aircraft specific training specified in paragraph (a) of this section certifying you are proficient to operate the specific make and model of light-sport aircraft.

FAR 61.325 How do I obtain privileges to operate a light-sport aircraft at an airport within, or in airspace within, Class B, C, and D airspace, or in other airspace with an airport having an operational control tower?
If you hold a sport pilot certificate and seek privileges to operate a light-sport aircraft in Class B, C, or D airspace, at an airport located in Class B, C, or D airspace, or to, from, through, or at an airport having an operational control tower, you must receive and log ground and flight training. The authorized instructor who provides this training must provide a logbook endorsement that certifies you are proficient in the following aeronautical knowledge areas and areas of operation:
(a) The use of radios, communications, navigation system/facilities, and radar services.
(b) Operations at airports with an operating control tower to include three takeoffs and landings to a full stop, with each landing involving a flight in the traffic pattern, at an airport with an operating control tower.
(c) Applicable flight rules of part 91 of this chapter for operations in Class B, C, and D airspace and air traffic control clearances.

FAR 61.327 How do I obtain privileges to operate a light-sport aircraft that has a *VH greater than 87 knots CAS?
If you hold a sport pilot certificate and you seek to operate a light-sport aircraft that has a VH greater than 87 knots CAS you must--
(a) Receive and log ground and flight training from an authorized instructor in an aircraft that has a VH greater than 87 knots CAS; and
(b) Receive a logbook endorsement from the authorized instructor who provided the training specified in paragraph (a) of this section certifying that you are proficient in the operation of light-sport aircraft with a VH greater than 87 knots CAS.

*VH - A maximum airspeed in level flight with maximum continuous power (VH) of not more than 120 knots CAS under standard atmospheric conditions at sea level.