Airman Testing
FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix
September 25, 202615 Pages
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Federal Tracking Number (FTN):
Airman applicants, WHO DO NOT ALREADY HAVE AN FTN, should establish an FTN, by creating a profile in the Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA) System, PRIOR TO taking an FAA Airman Knowledge Test. This FTN is printed on the applicant’s Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
Acceptable Forms of Identification:
| ALL Applicants | U.S. Citizens &Resident Aliens | Non-U.S. Citizens |
|---|---|---|
| Identification information must be -✓ valid✓ currentIdentification must include ALL of the following information –✓ photo✓ date of birth✓ signature✓ physical, residential address | ✓ Identification card issued by any U.S. state, territory, or government entityo (e.g., driver permit or license, government identification card,or military identification card)OR✓ PassportOR✓ Alien residency card | ✓ PassportAND✓ Driver permit or license issued by a U.S. state or territoryOR✓ Identification card issuedby any government entity |
Notes:
The information in the table above may be presented in more than one form.
If the acceptable form(s) of identification (as listed in the table above) does not include valid and current proof of the applicant’s physical/residential address, the applicant may utilize their parent’s physical/residential address; or the applicant may provide proof of their physical/residential address by presenting one of the Acceptable Forms of Applicant Address Verification listed on page 4 of this document. Examples of an unacceptable physical/residential address are a post office box, rural route, flight school address (unless the applicant resides at the school), or a commercial business/employer address.
In the case of an applicant under the age of 18 who does not possess an acceptable form(s) of identification, a parent or legal guardian is required to accompany the applicant, and after presenting identification as described in the above table, may attest to the applicant’s identity.
An applicant, who does not possess a passport, due to asylum status, may present government-issued documentation, to an FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or FAA International Field Office (IFO), for approval as an acceptable form of identification, in lieu of a passport. The FSDO or IFO will contact the FAA’s Testing Standards Section with notification of approval or disapproval.
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Acceptable Forms of Age Verification
An applicant must present state or federal government-issued photo identification as proof they are at least the minimum eligibility age required for the requested knowledge test as listed in the applicable table of this document and as stated in the applicable portion(s) of 14 CFR Part 61, sections (§§) 61.35(a)(3), 61.96(b)(1), 61.103(a)(b), 61.123(a), 61.153(a), 61.183(a), 61.213(a)(1), 61.305(a)(1); or 14 CFR Part 65, § 65.53(a).
Acceptable Forms of Test / Retest Authorization
Refer to the applicable certification/rating page of this document for specific information on acceptable forms of airman knowledge test and retest authorization.
For a test taken on or before January 10, 2020, an applicant no longer possessing an AKTR may navigate here for instructions on securing a replacement.
For a test taken on or after January 13, 2020, an applicant no longer possessing an AKTR may navigate to the PSI Website to print a duplicate.
Codes for Incorrectly Answered Test Questions
For the knowledge tests listed on pages 5 through 15 of this document:
Test Codes, NOT highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Learning Statement Codes (LSCs) displayed on the resulting AKTR. Matching the LSCs, printed on the AKTR, with the associated Learning Statements, assists in the evaluation of subject areas shown to be deficient on the knowledge test. The Learning Statement Reference Guide for Airman Knowledge Testing is available here.
Test Codes, highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes displayed on the resulting AKTR. Matching the ACS Codes, printed on the AKTR, with the associated code descriptions, assists in the evaluation of subject areas shown to be deficient on the knowledge test. ACS Codes are displayed ONLY on AKTRs for knowledge tests taken after the effective date of the corresponding ACS document. The ACS documents are available here.
Validation Questions
Any of the tests, described in this Matrix, may include validation questions, which are questions used to accumulate data for statistical analysis of test question validity and performance.
Validation questions are NOT scored, and do NOT count for or against the applicant’s final test score.
The listed “NUMBER OF QUESTIONS” does NOT include validation questions.
The listed “ALLOTTED TIME” includes the time required to respond to validation questions.
GENERAL GUIDELINES & RECOMMENDATIONS
This September 25, 2026, version of the FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix supersedes the October 22, 2025, version.
The proctor scans and verifies electronic capture of any identification and authorization documents presented at the time of applicant processing.
REFERENCE MATERIAL LINKS
14 CFR Part 61, Certification: Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground Instructors
Requirements for certificates, ratings, and authorizations are addressed in 14 CFR § 61.3.
14 CFR Part 63, Certification: Flight Crewmembers Other than Pilots
14 CFR Part 65, Certification: Airmen Other than Flight Crewmembers
14 CFR Part 107, Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
14 CFR Part 141, Pilot Schools
14 CFR Part 147, Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools
FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 61-65, Certification: Pilots and Flight and Ground Instructors (as amended)
A U.S. pilot wishing to obtain a Canadian license, or a Canadian pilot wishing to obtain a U.S. certificate, should review FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 61-135, Conversion Process for Pilot Certificates in Accordance with the Implementation Procedures for Licensing as Part of the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement Between the Federal Aviation Administration and Transport Canada Civil Aviation Authority for Pilot Licensing (as amended).
ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF APPLICANT ADDRESS VERIFICATION
The following forms must be signed by an FAA Aviation Safety Inspector or other designated personnel:
(FAA) AC Form 8060-1, FAA Airman Certificate
FAA Form 8060-4, Temporary Airman Certificate
FAA Form 8500-9, Medical Certificate Class
FAA Form 8610-1, Mechanic’s Application for Inspection Authorization
FAA Form 8610-2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application
FAA Form 8710-1, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application
FAA Form 8710-2, Student Pilot Certificate
Other acceptable forms of applicant address verification:
(Department of Defense) DD Form 93, Record of Emergency Data
DD Form 2058, State of Legal Residence Certificate
Form DS-2019, Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status
o (aka, Department of State / Department of Homeland Security “Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) eligibility printout”)
Public utilities (i.e., water, electric, gas) statement
o Statements from cable companies are NOT an acceptable form of address verification.
Mortgage statement
Lease agreement (signed)
Letter, on official letterhead, signed by a school/university staff/faculty member, stating the applicant resides at that school/university
Property deed
Property tax bill or receipt
Homeowners or renters’ insurance statement
Motor vehicle title/registration documentation
U.S. Military ‘Home of Record’ documentation
Voter registration card
AIRCRAFT DISPATCHER, AIRLINE TRANSPORT PILOT, & FLIGHT NAVIGATOR
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Airline Transport Pilot and Aircraft Dispatcher, FAA-CT-8080-7D (2019)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACH | Airline Transport Pilot Helicopter Canadian Conversion | 40 | 23 | 2.0 | 70 |
| ACM | Airline Transport Pilot Multiengine Airplane Canadian Conversion | 60 | 23 | 2.5 | 70 |
| ADX | Aircraft Dispatcher | 80 | 21 | 3.5 | 70 |
| ARH | Airline Transport Pilot Helicopter (135) (Added Rating) | 50 | 21 | 2.5 | 70 |
| ASC | Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane Canadian Conversion | 40 | 23 | 2.5 | 70 |
| ATH | Airline Transport Pilot Helicopter (135) | 80 | 21 | 3.0 | 70 |
| ATM | Airline Transport Pilot Multiengine Airplane* | 125 | 18 | 3.5 | 70 |
| ATS | Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane (135) | 90 | 21 | 2.5 | 70 |
| FNX | Flight Navigator | 80 | N/A | 3.0 | 70 |
Test Codes, highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes printed on the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
*The ATM airman knowledge test has a validity period of 60 calendar months.
Authorization for ALL tests listed above (except ACM and ATM):
NO instructor endorsement or other form of written authorization is required for an initial attempt. (14 CFR §§ 61.153(f), 63.51, and 65.53)
Acceptable form of authorization for ACM and ATM tests only:
Graduation certificate issued by an authorized 14 CFR part 121, 135, 141, or 142 Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certification Training Program (CTP) training provider certifying completion of the training required by 14 CFR § 61.156.
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan a legible copy of the graduation certificate, presented at the time of applicant processing, and return the original to the applicant.
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for all tests listed above (except ADX and FNX):
Passing AKTR
Expired AKTR, or other acceptable form of first take authorization, if an authorization is required.
Failed AKTR
NOTE: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR (whether valid or expired) indicating failure. The applicant must also present an endorsement from an authorized instructor who gave the applicant additional training and has determined the applicant proficient to pass the test.
This endorsement may be in the form of a signed written statement, a signed logbook notation, or by completing the Authorized Instructor’s Statement portion of the failed AKTR. (14 CFR § 61.49(a)(2))
(For the ACM and ATM tests, the endorsement must be provided by an ATP CTP authorized ground instructor.)
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for ADX and FNX tests only:
Passing AKTR
Expired AKTR, or other acceptable form of first take authorization, if an authorization is required.
Failed AKTR
NOTE: A 30-day waiting period is required, before retesting, if the applicant presents a failed AKTR with no retesting endorsement. The applicant is required to submit the applicable AKTR indicating failure to the testing center prior to retesting.
ADX: Retests do not require a 30-day waiting period, if the applicant presents a signed statement from an airman holding the certificate and the rating sought by the applicant, certifying that the airman has given the applicant additional instruction in each of the failed subjects, and that the airman considers the applicant ready for retesting. (14 CFR § 65.19)
FNX: Retests do not require a 30-day waiting period if the applicant presents a signed statement from a certificated flight navigator, certificated ground instructor, or any other qualified person approved by the FAA Administrator. (14 CFR § 63.59) This statement must certify that the individual has given the applicant additional instruction, in each of the failed subjects, and that the individual considers the applicant ready for retesting.
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN: AIRFRAME, GENERAL, & POWERPLANT
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Aviation Maintenance Technician - General, Airframe, and Powerplant; and Parachute Rigger, FAA-CT-8080-4G (2018)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMA | Aviation Maintenance Technician Airframe | 100 | N/A | 2.0 | 70 |
| AMG | Aviation Maintenance Technician General | 60 | N/A | 2.0 | 70 |
| AMP | Aviation Maintenance Technician Powerplant | 100 | N/A | 2.0 | 70 |
Test Codes, highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes printed on the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
An airman applicant may present one or more of the following acceptable forms of authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Original FAA Form 8610-2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application-Mechanic and Parachute Rigger
PROCTOR ACTION:
Verify the applicable blocks are marked (in the upper left corner of the form). Those not applicable have a line drawn through them. If either or both the AIRFRAME and POWERPLANT boxes are checked on the Form 8610-2, along with the ORIGINAL ISSUANCE box (and NOT the ADDED RATING box), this serves as authorization for the Aviation Maintenance Technician General (AMG) test. Do NOT accept an original issuance application for an AMG test only. (If the ADDED RATING box is marked, this indicates that the AMG test is NOT required.)
Ensure block V is completed, including the date, FAA official signature, and the FAA Office/Designator No.
The applicant must retain both original 8610-2 forms issued by the FSDO. Scan the form and return the original to the applicant.
An authenticated document from an FAA-certificated Aviation Maintenance Technician School (AMTS)
The document may be a certificate, letter, etc. that includes the AMTS name and certificate number, graduation date, curriculum from which the applicant graduated, and applicant name. (14 CFR § Part 147.21)
A document showing graduation from an Airframe and/or Powerplant curriculum also authorizes the applicant to take the AMG.
An airman applicant who has not graduated from an FAA-certificated AMTS may take the AMG test prior to graduation by presenting an authenticated document indicating satisfactory completion of the General curriculum. (14 CFR §§ 65.75(c) and 147.31)
Military Certificate of Eligibility (COE) for tests authorized on the certificate.
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the COE and return the original to the applicant.
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Passing Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR)
Expired AKTR or other acceptable form of first take authorization
Failed AKTR
NOTE 1: A 30-day waiting period is required, before retesting, if the applicant presents a failed AKTR, but no retesting endorsement.
NOTE 2: Retests do not require a 30-day waiting period if the applicant presents a signed statement from an airman holding the certificate and rating(s) sought by the applicant. This statement must certify that the airman has given the applicant additional instruction in each of the subjects failed, and that the airman considers the applicant ready for retesting.
NOTE 3: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR indicating failure, to the testing center, prior to retesting.
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
COMMERCIAL PILOT & MILITARY COMPETENCE
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Commercial Pilot, FAA-CT-8080-1E (2018)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAX | Commercial Pilot Airplane | 100 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| CBG | Commercial Pilot Balloon - Gas | 60 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| CBH | Commercial Pilot Balloon - Hot Air | 100 | 16 | 3.0 | 70 |
| CCH | Commercial Pilot Helicopter Canadian Conversion | 40 | 18 | 2.0 | 70 |
| CCP | Commercial Pilot Airplane Canadian Conversion | 40 | 18 | 2.0 | 70 |
| CGX | Commercial Pilot Glider | 100 | 16 | 3.0 | 70 |
| CLA | Commercial Pilot Airship | 100 | 16 | 3.0 | 70 |
| CRG | Commercial Pilot Gyroplane | 100 | 16 | 3.0 | 70 |
| CRH | Commercial Pilot Helicopter | 100 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| MCN | Military Competence Non-Category | 50 | 18 | 2.0 | 70 |
Test Codes, highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes printed on the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
| MCI | Military Competence Instructor | SEE INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION ON PAGE 10 |
An airman applicant may present one or more of the following acceptable forms of authorization for all tests listed above (except CCH, CCP, and MCN):
Certificate of graduation or a statement of accomplishment certifying the satisfactory completion of the ground school portion of a course for the certificate or rating sought. The certificate or statement may be issued by an FAA certificated pilot school or an agency, such as a high school, college, adult education program, Civil Air Patrol, or Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) flight training school.
Written statement or logbook endorsement from an authorized ground or flight instructor certifying that the applicant completed an applicable ground training or home study course and is prepared for the knowledge test. (AC 61-65, as amended) (14 CFR § 61.35)
Authorization for CCH, CCP, and MCN:
Requires NO instructor endorsement or other form of written authorization.
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Passing AKTR
Expired AKTR, or other acceptable form of first take authorization if an authorization is required.
Failed AKTR
NOTE: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR (whether valid or expired) indicating failure, along with an endorsement from an authorized instructor who gave the applicant additional training and who has determined the applicant proficient to pass the test.
The authorized instructor endorsement may be in the form of a signed written statement, a signed logbook notation, or by completing the Authorized Instructor’s Statement portion of the failed AKTR. (14 CFR § 61.49(a)(2))
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
FLIGHT ENGINEER
Computer Testing Supplement for Flight Engineer, FAA-CT-8080-6A (1999)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEJ | Flight Engineer Turbojet (Added Rating) | 50 | 19 | 2.0 | 70 |
| FEN | Flight Engineer Reciprocating Engine (Basic) | 80 | 19 | 3.0 | 70 |
| FEP | Flight Engineer Turboprop (Added Rating) | 50 | 19 | 2.0 | 70 |
| FER | Flight Engineer Reciprocating Engine (Added Rating) | 50 | 19 | 2.0 | 70 |
| FET | Flight Engineer Turboprop (Basic) | 80 | 19 | 3.0 | 70 |
| FEX | Flight Engineer Turbojet (Basic) | 80 | 19 | 3.0 | 70 |
An airman applicant may present one or more of the following acceptable forms of authorization for ALL BASIC tests listed above:
FAA or International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) member nation unrestricted commercial pilot certificate or license with an instrument rating; or airline transport pilot certificate or license not limited to visual flight rules (VFR).
Original FAA Form 8060-7, Airman’s Authorization for Written/Knowledge Test.
PROCTOR ACTION: Verify all applicable blocks are completed, including the endorser’s printed name and original signature.
Acceptable form of authorization for ALL ADDED RATING tests listed above:
Flight Engineer Certificate or an Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR) for a flight engineer original class rating. (14 CFR § 63.33)
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Passing Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR)
Expired AKTR or other acceptable form of first take authorization
Failed AKTR
NOTE 1: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE, within 30 days of failing the knowledge test, is required to submit the applicable AKTR indicating failure, along with an endorsement from an authorized instructor who gave the applicant the required additional training.
NOTE 2: An applicant retesting, more than 30 days after failing the knowledge test, is only required to submit the applicable AKTR indicating failure. (14 CFR § 63.41)
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
INSPECTION AUTHORIZATION
Computer Testing Supplement for Inspection Authorization, FAA-CT-8080-8D (2008)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IAR | Inspection Authorization* | 50 | 21 | 3.0 | 70 |
*Available ONLY at testing centers authorized to administer the IAR knowledge test.
Acceptable form of authorization:
FAA Form 8610-1, “Mechanic’s Application for Inspection Authorization”.
NOTE 1: Item 14, “RECORD OF ACTION”, block “ENDORSEMENT” block must be checked for date, FAA inspector’s original signature, and FAA office designation/identification number.
NOTE 2: The applicant must retain the original 8610-1. After reviewing the 8610-1 for proper completion, including verification of endorsement date validity, the proctor scans the form, and returns the original to the applicant.
Acceptable forms of retest authorization:
Passing Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR)
Failed AKTR and new FAA Form 8610-1
NOTE 1: The applicant must wait until at least 90 days AFTER FAILURE and return to the responsible FAA Office to obtain a new endorsed 8610-1. The applicant is required to submit the failed AKTR, along with the new endorsed 8610-1, to the testing center, prior to retesting.
NOTE 2: The applicant must retain the original 8610-1. After reviewing the 8610-1 for proper completion, including verification of endorsement date validity, the proctor scans the form and returns the original to the applicant.
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
Unacceptable form of retest authorization:
Expired AKTR
NOTE: This is NOT an acceptable form of retest authorization for the IAR test. Follow the FAA Acceptable form of authorization procedures outlined above.
INSTRUCTOR: FLIGHT, GROUND, & SPORT PILOT
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Flight Instructor, Ground Instructor, and Sport Pilot Instructor, FAA-CT-8080-5H (2018)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFA | Flight Instructor Airplane (Added Rating)* | 25 | 16 | 1.0 | 70 |
| AFG | Flight Instructor Glider (Added Rating)* | 25 | 16 | 1.0 | 70 |
| AGI | Ground Instructor (Advanced) | 100 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| BGI | Ground Instructor (Basic) | 80 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| FIA | Flight Instructor Airplane | 100 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| FIG | Flight Instructor Glider | 100 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| FOI | Fundamentals of Instructing | 50 | 16 | 1.5 | 70 |
| FRG | Flight Instructor Gyroplane | 100 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| FRH | Flight Instructor Helicopter | 100 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| GFA | Flight Instructor Gyroplane (Added Rating)* | 25 | 16 | 1.0 | 70 |
| HFA | Flight Instructor Helicopter (Added Rating)* | 25 | 16 | 1.0 | 70 |
| IHF | Flight Instructor Sport Helicopter - Simplified Flight Controls** | 70 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| MCI | Military Competence Instructor | 125 | 16 | 3.0 | 70 |
| SIA | Flight Instructor Sport Airplane** | 70 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| SIB | Flight Instructor Sport Balloon** | 70 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| SIG | Flight Instructor Sport Glider** | 70 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| SIL | Flight Instructor Sport Lighter-Than-Air (Airship)** | 70 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| SIP | Flight Instructor Sport Powered Parachute** | 70 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| SIW | Flight Instructor Sport Weight-Shift-Control** | 70 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| SIY | Flight Instructor Sport Gyroplane** | 70 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
Test Codes, highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes printed on the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
*The above Added Rating tests may be taken ONLY if the applicant already holds a Flight Instructor Certificate. (14 CFR § 61 Subpart H) Flight Instructors holding a Glider Rating and seeking to add an Airplane Rating must take the Flight Instructor Airplane (FIA) knowledge test. Added Rating tests do not apply to Flight Instructors with only a Sport Pilot Rating. (14 CFR § 61 Subpart K)
| AIF | Flight Instructor Instrument Airplane (Added Rating) | SEE INSTRUMENT RATING INFORMATION ON PAGE 11 |
| FIH | Flight Instructor Instrument Helicopter | |
| FII | Flight Instructor Instrument Airplane | |
| HIF | Flight Instructor Instrument Helicopter (Added Rating) | |
| IGI | Ground Instructor Instrument |
Authorization for Flight and Ground Instructor tests listed above (except FOI, IHF, and SIA through SIY):
Requires NO instructor endorsement or other form of written authorization.
Acceptable forms of authorization for Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI) (effective September 1, 2024):
Certificate of graduation issued by an FAA certificated pilot school. (14 CFR § 61.71(a))
Logbook endorsement from an authorized ground or flight instructor, certifying that the applicant completed an applicable ground training or home study course, and is prepared for the knowledge test. (14 CFR § 61.183(d), 14 CFR § 61.185(a)(1), 14 CFR § 61.405(a)(1)). (Refer to AC 61-65, as amended, for an example of this endorsement.)
**An airman applicant may present one or more of the following acceptable forms of authorization for SPORT PILOT Flight Instructor tests listed above (IHF and SIA through SIY):
Certificate of graduation issued by an FAA certificated pilot school. (14 CFR § 61.71(a))
Logbook endorsement from an authorized ground or flight instructor certifying that the applicant completed an applicable ground training or home study course and is prepared for the knowledge test. (14 CFR § 61.405)
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Passing Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR)
Expired AKTR, or other acceptable form of first take authorization if an authorization is required.
Failed AKTR
NOTE: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR (whether valid or expired) indicating failure, along with an endorsement by an authorized instructor who gave the applicant the required additional training. (14 CFR § 61.49(a)(2))
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
INSTRUMENT RATING
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Instrument Rating, FAA-CT-8080-3F (2017)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIF | Flight Instructor Instrument Airplane (Added Rating)* | 20 | 16 | 1.0 | 70 |
| FIH | Flight Instructor Instrument Helicopter | 50 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| FII | Flight Instructor Instrument Airplane | 50 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| HIF | Flight Instructor Instrument Helicopter (Added Rating)* | 20 | 16 | 1.0 | 70 |
| ICH | Instrument Rating Helicopter Canadian Conversion | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| ICP | Instrument Rating Airplane Canadian Conversion | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| IEP | Instrument Rating Airplane EU Part – FCL Conversion | 40 | 16 | 2.0 | 70 |
| IFB | Instrument Rating Foreign Pilot via BASA (61.71) | 40 | N/A | 2.0 | 70 |
| IFP | Instrument Rating Foreign Pilot via Non-BASA (61.75) | 50 | N/A | 2.5 | 70 |
| IGI | Ground Instructor Instrument | 50 | 16 | 2.5 | 70 |
| IRA | Instrument Rating Airplane | 60 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| IRH | Instrument Rating Helicopter | 60 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
Test Codes, highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes printed on the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
*The above Added Rating tests may be taken ONLY if the applicant already holds a Flight Instructor Certificate with an Instrument Rating in another category of aircraft.
NOTE: EU = European Union; FCL = Flight Crew Licensing; BASA = Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement.
Authorization for AIF, FIH, FII, HIF, ICH, ICP, IEP, IFB, IFP, and IGI:
Requires NO instructor endorsement or other form of written authorization.
An airman applicant may present one or more of the following acceptable forms of authorization for IRA and IRH:
Certificate of graduation or a statement of accomplishment certifying the satisfactory completion of the ground school portion of a course from a FAA certificated pilot school. (14 CFR § 61.71(a))
Written statement or logbook endorsement from an FAA authorized ground or flight instructor certifying that the applicant is prepared to take the required knowledge test. (14 CFR § 61.65(a)(4))
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Passing AKTR
Expired AKTR, or other acceptable form of first take authorization, if an authorization is required.
Failed AKTR
NOTE: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR (whether valid or expired) indicating failure. The applicant must also present an endorsement from an authorized instructor who gave the applicant additional training and who has determined the applicant proficient to pass the test. This endorsement may be in the form of a signed written statement, a signed logbook notation, or by completing the Authorized Instructor’s Statement portion of the failed AKTR. (14 CFR § 61.49(a)(2))
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
PARACHUTE RIGGER
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Aviation Maintenance Technician - General, Airframe, and Powerplant; and Parachute Rigger, FAA-CT-8080-4G (2018)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIG | Parachute Rigger | 50 | N/A | 2.0 | 70 |
| RMC | Parachute Rigger Military Competence | 25 | 17 | 1.0 | 70 |
Acceptable form of authorization for BOTH tests listed above:
Original FAA Form 8610-2, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application-Mechanic and Parachute Rigger
PROCTOR ACTION:
Verify applicable blocks are marked (in upper right corner of form). Those not applicable have a line drawn through them.
Ensure block V is completed, including the date, FAA original signature, and the FAA Office/Designation number.
The applicant must retain both original 8610-2 forms issued by the FSDO. Scan the form and return the original to the applicant.
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for BOTH tests listed above:
Passing Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR)
Expired AKTR or other acceptable form of first take authorization
Failed AKTR
NOTE 1: Retests do not require a 30-day waiting period if the applicant presents a signed statement from an airman holding a certificate and rating sought by the applicant. This statement must certify that the airman has given the applicant additional instruction in each of the subjects failed, and that the airman considers the applicant ready for retesting.
NOTE 2: A 30-day waiting period for retesting is required if the applicant presents a failed AKTR, but no authorized instructor endorsement.
NOTE 3: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR indicating failure, to the testing center prior to retesting.
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
RECREATIONAL & PRIVATE PILOT
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Remote Pilot, and Private Pilot, FAA-CT-8080-2H (2018)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAR | Private Pilot Airplane | 60 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| PAT | Private Pilot Airplane/Recreational Pilot - Transition | 30 | 15 | 1.5 | 70 |
| PBG | Private Pilot Balloon - Gas | 60 | 14 | 2.5 | 70 |
| PBH | Private Pilot Balloon - Hot Air | 60 | 14 | 2.5 | 70 |
| PCH | Private Pilot Helicopter Canadian Conversion | 40 | 16 | 2.0 | 70 |
| PCP | Private Pilot Airplane Canadian Conversion | 40 | 16 | 2.0 | 70 |
| PEP | Private Pilot Airplane EU Part – FCL Conversion | 40 | 16 | 2.0 | 70 |
| PFB | Private Pilot Airplane Foreign Pilot via BASA (61.71) | 40 | N/A | 2.0 | 70 |
| PGL | Private Pilot Glider | 60 | 14 | 2.5 | 70 |
| PGT | Private Pilot Gyroplane/Recreational Pilot - Transition | 30 | 15 | 1.5 | 70 |
| PHT | Private Pilot Helicopter/Recreational Pilot - Transition | 30 | 15 | 1.5 | 70 |
| PLA | Private Pilot Airship | 60 | 15 | 2.5 | 70 |
| PPP | Private Pilot Powered Parachute | 60 | 15 | 2.5 | 70 |
| PRG | Private Pilot Gyroplane | 60 | 15 | 2.5 | 70 |
| PRH | Private Pilot Helicopter | 60 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| PWS | Private Pilot Weight-Shift-Control | 60 | 15 | 2.5 | 70 |
| RPA | Recreational Pilot Airplane | 50 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| RPG | Recreational Pilot Gyroplane | 50 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| RPH | Recreational Pilot Helicopter | 50 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
Test Codes, highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes printed on the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
NOTE: EU = European Union; FCL = Flight Crew Licensing; BASA = Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement.
An airman applicant may present one or more of the following acceptable forms of authorization for all tests listed above (except PCH, PCP, PEP, and PFB):
Certificate of graduation issued by an FAA certificated pilot school. (14 CFR § 61.71(a))
Written statement or logbook endorsement from an authorized ground or flight instructor certifying that the applicant completed an applicable ground training or home study course and is prepared for the knowledge test. (14 CFR § 61.35, 61.96(b)(3) or 61.103(d)(2))
Authorization for PCH, PCP, PEP, and PFB tests only:
Requires NO instructor endorsement or other form of written authorization.
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Passing AKTR
Expired AKTR, or other acceptable form of first take authorization, if an authorization is required.
Failed AKTR
NOTE: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR (whether valid or expired) indicating failure. The applicant must also present an endorsement from an authorized instructor who gave the applicant additional training and who has determined the applicant proficient to pass the test. This endorsement may be in the form of a signed written statement, a signed logbook notation, or by completing the Authorized Instructor’s Statement portion of the failed AKTR. (14 CFR § 61.49(a)(2))
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
SPORT PILOT
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Remote Pilot, and Private Pilot, FAA-CT-8080-2H (2018)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHF | Sport Pilot Helicopter – Simplified Flight Controls | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| SPA | Sport Pilot Airplane | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| SPB | Sport Pilot Lighter-Than-Air (Balloon) | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| SPI | Sport Pilot Glider | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| SPL | Sport Pilot Lighter-Than-Air (Airship) | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| SPP | Sport Pilot Powered Parachute | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| SPW | Sport Pilot Weight-Shift-Control | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
| SPY | Sport Pilot Gyroplane | 40 | 15 | 2.0 | 70 |
Test Codes, highlighted in blue, indicate the corresponding test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes printed on the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
| IHF | Flight Instructor Sport Helicopter - Simplified Flight Controls | SEE INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION ON PAGE 10 |
| SIA | Flight Instructor Sport Airplane | |
| SIB | Flight Instructor Sport Balloon | |
| SIG | Flight Instructor Sport Glider | |
| SIL | Flight Instructor Sport Lighter-Than-Air (Airship) | |
| SIP | Flight Instructor Sport Powered Parachute | |
| SIW | Flight Instructor Sport Weight-Shift-Control | |
| SIY | Flight Instructor Sport Gyroplane |
An airman applicant may present one or more of the following acceptable forms of authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Certificate of graduation issued by an FAA certificated pilot school. (14 CFR § 61.71(a))
Written statement or logbook endorsement from an authorized ground or flight instructor certifying that the applicant completed an applicable ground training or home study course and is prepared for the knowledge test. (14 CFR § 61.309)
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for ALL tests listed above:
Passing Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR)
Expired AKTR or other acceptable form of first take authorization
Failed AKTR
NOTE: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR (whether valid or expired) indicating failure. The applicant must also present an endorsement from an authorized instructor who gave the applicant additional training and who has determined the applicant proficient to pass the test. This endorsement may be in the form of a signed written statement, a signed logbook notation, or by completing the Authorized Instructor’s Statement portion of the failed AKTR. (14 CFR § 61.49(a)(2))
o PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Remote Pilot, and Private Pilot, FAA-CT-8080-2H (2018)
| TEST CODE | TEST NAME | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | AGE | ALLOTTED TIME | PASSING SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAG | Unmanned Aircraft General - Small | 60 | 14 | 2.0 | 70 |
The UAG test has Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Codes printed on the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR).
Authorization for the UAG test:
Requires NO instructor endorsement or other form of written authorization.
Acceptable forms of retest authorization for the UAG test:
Passing AKTR
NOTE: No instructor endorsement or other form of written authorization is required to retest.
Expired AKTR
Failed AKTR
NOTE 1: Requires a 14-day waiting period for retesting.
NOTE 2: An applicant retesting AFTER FAILURE is required to submit the applicable AKTR indicating failure to the testing center prior to retesting.
NOTE 3: No instructor endorsement or other form of written authorization is required to retest AFTER FAILURE.
PROCTOR ACTION: Scan the AKTR, presented as authorization, verify the authorization is successfully scanned and electronically stored, and then destroy the failed AKTR.