61.17—Temporary certificate.
(a)
A temporary pilot, flight instructor, or ground instructor certificate or rating is issued for up to 120 days, at which time a permanent certificate will be issued to a person whom the Administrator finds qualified under this part.
(b)
A temporary pilot, flight instructor, or ground instructor certificate or rating expires:
(1)
On the expiration date shown on the certificate;
(2)
Upon receipt of the permanent certificate; or
(3)
Upon receipt of a notice that the certificate or rating sought is denied or revoked.