Testing Resources
- Reference Handbooks
- Practical Test Standards
- Airman Certification Standards
- Airman Certificate Testing Service (ACTS)
- Computer Testing Supplements
- Inspection Authorization Information Guide (PDF)
- Knowledge Testing Authorization Requirements Matrix (PDF)
- Allowable Aids & Materials, (AC-60-11C)
- Order 8080.6H, Conduct of Airman Knowledge Tests
- Find an FAA Examiner
Knowledge Testing
Reporting & Statistics
Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
Such as:
- How do I register for an exam?
- Who can administer my practical test?
- What is a knowledge test report?
What's New and Upcoming in Airman Testing
- What’s New and Upcoming in Airman Testing (PDF)
- Airline Transport Pilot and Type Rating for Airplane Airman Certification Standards (FAA-S-ACS-11) (PDF) (Effective June 28, 2019)
- Helicopter Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-21B)
- Sample Airman Knowledge Tests
- Schedule an Airman Knowledge Test
- Airplane Flying Handbook Chapter 12 Addendum (PDF)
- Aviation Instructor’s Handbook
The Airman Testing Frequently Asked Questions document, formerly referred to as Questions and Answers, has been extensively revised.