Section 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.