Airman Testing Questions & Answers 22
and for the make and model aircraft to be used for the practical test. (Driver’s license
or medical certificate for Sport Pilot applicants)
3. The pilot’s log book records
4. A graduation certificate from an FAA-approved school (if applicable)
The applicant will be asked to produce and explain the:
1. Aircraft’s Registration Certificate
2. Aircraft’s Airworthiness Certificate
3. Aircraft’s operating limitations or FAA-approved aircraft flight manual (if required)
4. Aircraft equipment list
5. Required weight and balance data
6. Maintenance records
7. Applicable Airworthiness Directives [back]
What pilot maneuvers are required on the practical test, and how will my performance of
these operations be evaluated?
A detailed explanation of the required pilot maneuvers and performance standards is available
in the applicable practical test standards or airman certification standards. An electronic
version of all current practical test standards is available here. [back]
What happens if I miss the answer to a question during the oral portion of my practical test?
The outcome of incorrectly answering an oral question on a practical test is at the discretion of
the evaluator. The evaluator uses oral questions to verify that the applicant has adequate
knowledge of the necessary topics for safe flight operations. Depending on the nature of the
question, the evaluator may use the applicant’s response as a basis for further questioning to
verify the applicant’s level of knowledge on the topic. [back]
What happens if I am unable to finish my practical test due to a problem with the aircraft?
When a practical test is discontinued for reasons other than unsatisfactory performance (i.e.,
equipment failure, weather, illness), the FAA Form 8710-1, Airman Certificate and/or Rating
Application, and, if applicable, the airman knowledge test report, is returned to the applicant.
The evaluator then must prepare, sign, and issue a Letter of Discontinuance to the applicant.
The Letter of Discontinuance must identify the Areas of Operation and the associated Tasks of
the practical test that were successfully completed. The applicant must be advised that the
Letter of Discontinuance must be presented to the evaluator to receive credit for the items
successfully completed when the practical test is resumed, and made part of the certification
file. [back]
What happens if I am unable to finish my practical test because I, or the evaluator, get sick?
If a practical test is discontinued, the applicant is entitled credit for those areas of operation
that were passed, but only if the applicant: (1) Passes the remainder of the practical
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hin the 60-day period after the date the practical test was discontinued; (2) Presents to the
evaluator for the retest the original notice of disapproval form or the letter of discontinuance
form, as appropriate; (3) Satisfactorily accomplishes any additional training needed and
obtains the appropriate instructor endorsements, if additional training is required; and (4)