U.S. Department of Transportation FAA-G-8082-1 User Manual
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If a certain question is difficult for you, it is best to
mark it for review and proceed to the next question.
After you answer the less difficult questions, return to
those which you marked for review and answer them.
The review marking procedure will be explained to you
prior to starting the test. Although the computer should
alert you to unanswered questions, make sure every
question has an answer recorded. This procedure will
enable you to use the available time to the maximum
advantage.
After you answer the less difficult questions, return to
those which you marked for review and answer them.
The review marking procedure will be explained to you
prior to starting the test. Although the computer should
alert you to unanswered questions, make sure every
question has an answer recorded. This procedure will
enable you to use the available time to the maximum
advantage.
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When solving a calculation problem, select the
answer closest to your solution. The problem has been
checked with various types of calculators; therefore, if
you have solved it correctly, your answer will be closer
to the correct answer than any of the other choices.
checked with various types of calculators; therefore, if
you have solved it correctly, your answer will be closer
to the correct answer than any of the other choices.
P
ROCESS FOR TAKING A KNOWLEDGE
TEST
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has
available hundreds of computer testing centers
worldwide. These testing centers offer the full range of
airman knowledge tests, except for the flight navigator.
The flight navigator knowledge test is given by the Flight
Standards District Offices (FSDO). Refer to appendix
1 of this guide for a list of computer testing designees
(CTD’s).
available hundreds of computer testing centers
worldwide. These testing centers offer the full range of
airman knowledge tests, except for the flight navigator.
The flight navigator knowledge test is given by the Flight
Standards District Offices (FSDO). Refer to appendix
1 of this guide for a list of computer testing designees
(CTD’s).
The first step in taking a knowledge test is the
registration process. You may either call the central
1-800 numbers (refer to appendix 1 for 1-800 numbers)
or simply use the walk-in basis. If you choose to use
the 1-800 number to register, you will need to select a
testing center, schedule a test date, and make financial
arrangements for test payment. You may register for
tests several weeks in advance, and you may cancel
your appointment according to the CTD’s cancellation
policy. If you do not follow the CTD’s cancellation
policies, you could be subject to a cancellation fee.
registration process. You may either call the central
1-800 numbers (refer to appendix 1 for 1-800 numbers)
or simply use the walk-in basis. If you choose to use
the 1-800 number to register, you will need to select a
testing center, schedule a test date, and make financial
arrangements for test payment. You may register for
tests several weeks in advance, and you may cancel
your appointment according to the CTD’s cancellation
policy. If you do not follow the CTD’s cancellation
policies, you could be subject to a cancellation fee.
The next step in taking a knowledge test is providing
proper identification. Although no prior authorization
is necessary, except in the case of failure, to take any
airline transport pilot, aircraft dispatcher, or flight
navigator knowledge test, proper identification is
required. Testing center personnel will not begin the
test until your identification is verified.
proper identification. Although no prior authorization
is necessary, except in the case of failure, to take any
airline transport pilot, aircraft dispatcher, or flight
navigator knowledge test, proper identification is
required. Testing center personnel will not begin the
test until your identification is verified.
Proper identification contains your photograph,
signature, date of birth (must show that you will meet
the age requirement for the certificate sought before
signature, date of birth (must show that you will meet
the age requirement for the certificate sought before
the expiration date of the Airman Test Report), and
actual residential address, if different from your mailing
address.
actual residential address, if different from your mailing
address.
Before you take the actual test, you will have the option
to take a sample test. The actual test is time limited;
however, you should have sufficient time to complete
and review your test.
to take a sample test. The actual test is time limited;
however, you should have sufficient time to complete
and review your test.
Upon completion of the knowledge test, you will receive
your Airman Test Report, with the testing center’s
embossed seal, which reflects your score.
your Airman Test Report, with the testing center’s
embossed seal, which reflects your score.
The Airman Test Report lists the subject matter
knowledge codes for questions answered incorrectly.
The total number of subject matter knowledge codes
shown on the Airman Test Report is not necessarily an
indication of the total number of questions answered
incorrectly. Appendix 1 contains a list of subject matter
knowledge codes that refer to the knowledge areas.
Study these knowledge areas to improve your
understanding of the subject matter.
knowledge codes for questions answered incorrectly.
The total number of subject matter knowledge codes
shown on the Airman Test Report is not necessarily an
indication of the total number of questions answered
incorrectly. Appendix 1 contains a list of subject matter
knowledge codes that refer to the knowledge areas.
Study these knowledge areas to improve your
understanding of the subject matter.
Your instructor is required to provide instruction on
each of these knowledge areas listed on your Airman
Test Report and to complete an endorsement of this
instruction. The Airman Test Report must be presented
to the examiner prior to taking the practical test. During
the oral portion of the practical test, the examiner is
required to evaluate the noted areas of deficiency.
each of these knowledge areas listed on your Airman
Test Report and to complete an endorsement of this
instruction. The Airman Test Report must be presented
to the examiner prior to taking the practical test. During
the oral portion of the practical test, the examiner is
required to evaluate the noted areas of deficiency.
Should you require a duplicate Airman Test Report due
to loss or destruction of the original, send a signed
request accompanied by a check or money order for $1
payable to the FAA. Your request should be sent to the
Federal Aviation Administration, Airmen Certification
Branch, AFS-760, P.O. Box 25082, Oklahoma City,
OK 73125.
to loss or destruction of the original, send a signed
request accompanied by a check or money order for $1
payable to the FAA. Your request should be sent to the
Federal Aviation Administration, Airmen Certification
Branch, AFS-760, P.O. Box 25082, Oklahoma City,
OK 73125.
U
SE OF TEST AIDS AND MATERIALS
Airman knowledge tests require applicants to analyze
the relationship between variables needed to solve
aviation problems, in addition to testing for accuracy
of a mathematical calculation. The intent is that all
applicants are tested on concepts rather than rote
calculation ability. It is permissible to use certain
calculating devices when taking airman knowledge tests,
provided they are used within the following guidelines.
The term “calculating devices” is interchangeable with
such items as calculators, computers, or any similar
devices designed for aviation-related activities.
the relationship between variables needed to solve
aviation problems, in addition to testing for accuracy
of a mathematical calculation. The intent is that all
applicants are tested on concepts rather than rote
calculation ability. It is permissible to use certain
calculating devices when taking airman knowledge tests,
provided they are used within the following guidelines.
The term “calculating devices” is interchangeable with
such items as calculators, computers, or any similar
devices designed for aviation-related activities.
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