It may seem like a stupid question but after you pass your private pilot checkride are you right then in there a private pilot or do you have to go on some trip or do something or what for the license to get in the mail (is there a temp.) I know what the book says but I'm scheduled to take the checkride next week and I just can't believe I'll be able to bring passengers and stuff right away.. I know im carrying on but what exactly happens when you pass the checkride?