Does a student pilot need to complete a Biannual Flight Review (BFR)?

A student pilot does not need to complete a Biannual Flight Review (BFR) because the BFR requirement applies to pilots with a private pilot certificate and higher. The purpose of the BFR is to ensure that pilots maintain their flying skills and are up to date with regulations, but student pilots are still in the training phase and are not yet considered fully licensed pilots. Instead, they must have a solo flight endorsement from an authorized instructor that allows them to operate the aircraft solo.

The solo endorsement provides the necessary permission and reflects the instructor's confidence in the student pilot's ability to fly safely without direct supervision. Since the BFR is not a requirement for student pilots during their training, they are not obligated to complete it until they achieve their private pilot certificate.