Private Pilot Syllabus Section 12
12A - FAA Knowledge Test
Demonstrate Private Pilot Knowledge to FAA Standards
- 0
- 1½
- 0
Activities
- Pass a 60-question practice test administered by instructor
- Instructor endorses student to take FAA Knowledge Test
- Schedule, take, and pass the FAA Knowledge Test
- Review knowledge test deficiencies with CFI
- CFI endorses student for knowledge test deficiencies
Completion Standards
When complete, the pilot
- has passed the FAA Knowledge Test.
- has CFI endorsement for knowledge test deficiencies.
12B - Practice Checkride Oral
Verify Your Readiness with a Simulated Oral Examination
- 1½
- 3
- 0
Activities
- Create cross-country flight plan for evaluation purposes
- Complete simulated checkride oral exam with primary CFI
- Complete simulated checkride oral exam with new CFI (optional)
- Follow-up training with primary CFI, as needed
Completion Standards
When complete, the pilot
- has completed a practice oral examination and received performance feedback.
12C - Practice Checkride Flight
Verify Your Readiness with a Simulated Checkride Flight
- 0
- 3½
- 2½
Activities
- Update cross-country flight plan for current weather conditions
- Complete simulated checkride flight with new CFI
- Follow-up training with primary CFI, as needed
Completion Standards
When complete, the pilot
- has completed a simulated checkride flight and received performance feedback.
12D - Final Preparation
Receive Your CFI’s Final Training and Approval
- 1
- 2
- 0
Reference
Assignments
- Total and sign logbook pages
- Review checkride debriefs
- Aeronautical Experience Summary
- Create IACRA application
Activities
- Review all sections of the ACS
- CFI approves IACRA application
- CFI endorses student for FAA Practical Test
- Schedule test date with examiner
Completion Standards
When complete, the pilot
- has reviewed the Airman Certification Standards and understands what will be required.
- has reviewed prior checkride debriefs.
- has created an IACRA application for Private Pilot.
- has received all CFI endorsements and approvals for the FAA Practical Test.
12E - FAA Practical Test
Demonstrate Private Pilot Knowledge and Skills to a Designated Pilot Examiner
- 2½
- ½
- 1½
Assignments
- Get destination and DPE weight
- Check weather and plan cross-country flight
- Verify weight & balance and compute performance values
- Organize books, charts, hood, etc. for use during checkride
- Get a good night's sleep
Activities
- FAA Practical Test (checkride)
- Photo of new pilot
Completion Standards
When complete, the pilot
- is a Private Pilot.