"BTIZ" wrote in message
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I do not think that is correct.. a "student" pilot does not need all the
funny endorsements while a student.. but once graduated.. he does..

The endorsement is required when acting as PIC. A student pilot flying solo
is acting as PIC. Ergo, the endorsement is required by a student pilot
flying solo.