Private Pilot Syllabus Section 12 (New)

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

Reference

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

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.