How do I sign up to take the private pilot knowledge test?

Question

Is there a test center I can call? How long typically is the wait to actually take the test once signed up? Please help with any tips you might have for studying for the test!.

Answer 1

Your instructor didn't explain this to you?? They should have.

There are many testing centers throughout the US. You can find a list here:

http://www.faa.gov/education_research/te...

Find the center nearest you and give them a call a few days before you are ready to take the test (study for it first, then set up the test). You shouldn't have to wait long at all. The centers in my area allow walk-ins, but it's best to call ahead to make sure they aren't closed or busy that day, and to confirm their fee. You will need an instructor endorsement in your logbook to take the test, along with photo ID and testing fee (usually $80-90).

On the day of the test, you go in and they will set you up on one of the computers and explain the procedure to you. They will provide a test supplement (with diagrams, etc.). Then you just take it, and it is scored right there. Keep the print out they give you, because you will need it later.

I recommend the ASA test prep books. They give you the entire question pool from which your test will be taken, and they divide it into logical categories. They also tell you which questions apply to you, and they explain the right answers. Just memorize the h**l out of that book.

There are many other test prep materials out there, but I have always used the ASA books, and all of my students have passed the first time with them. Many people like the CD's too if you want to use those. You can find them here, or at pretty much any pilot shop:

http://www.sportys.com/acb/showdetl.cfm?...

You can find the FAA question bank for free here, but it is less helpful for actual study:

http://www.faa.gov/education_research/te...

You can take practice exams for free here (NB: I'm not sure how current their question banks are):

http://www.exams4pilots.org/

You can find more information about the written test here:

http://www.faa.gov/education_research/te...

Good luck!

Answer 2

The things Apollo said apply if you are in a large urban area.  In a less populous area, there may be only one examiner in a given General Aviation District.

Your instructor will put you in touch with the designated examiner for your district a couple of weeks before you are ready for the check ride.  You make an appointment suitable to both you and the examiner; the examiner usually gives the written on one or two given days of the week.

You cannot take the written test without an endorsement from your instructor.  So hold your horses; the time will come.

You can buy a copy of the Written Test Guide at any time.  Most flight schools have them for sale.

Answer 3

Go to a small airport and ask they will know where to start.

Answer 4

phonebook

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