As of yesterday, applicants for the Private Pilot Airplane and Instrument Rating Airplane knowledge and practical tests will be evaluated based on the new Airman Certification Standards (ACS), which replaced the decades-old Practical Test Standards (PTS).
Airman Certification Standards Go into Effect
Key Takeaways:
- The Airman Certification Standards (ACS) have officially replaced the decades-old Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Private Pilot Airplane and Instrument Rating Airplane knowledge and practical tests.
- The ACS offers more detailed guidance on knowledge, skill, and risk management elements for each task, incorporating specific codes to aid applicants, instructors, and evaluators in identifying deficiencies.
- The new standards modernize testing by including current cockpit equipment (e.g., GPS) while removing outdated requirements (e.g., NDB), placing a greater emphasis on scenario-based decision-making and risk management.
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