I think I know the answer to this, but would like a second opinion.
Does FAR 61.129 (a)(3) (iii) and (iv) really require an instructor ride
along on these two long VFR flights? I have over 600 hours TT and an
instrument rating and plan to obtain my commercial certificate.
however, in reviewing my logbook, I don't have any dual cross countries
of this length during either the day or night. I find it hard to
believe I need to cart along an instructor for this, but it seems to
read as though these flights must be "training" flights.

Any instructors able to confirm if I'm reading this correctly?

Regards,
Matt