Hello all,

Since I havent started my training yet, Im not sure about the exams I need to take? I plan on attending Delta Connection Academy in July, but I want to be as prepared as possible before I go. Are there any tests that I can be studying for before I actually start class there? Are there any tests I could have out of the way before I start class? I have heard a little bit about the airman knowledge test, but dont know anything about the exam. Is it a test I need to have out of the way before I begin flying, or just before I get my Private? What materials are best to start studying? Any help will be greatly appreciated!

Pilotboy27

The FAA Study Question bank is available online-
http://www.faa.gov/education_research/testing/airmen/test_questions/

These free sites also help you master the material:
http://4vfr.com/
http://www.exams4pilots.org


Not really. You need to have an instructor sign you off to take the knowledge exams.

You need to have it completed before you can take your flight test. The Private written consists of 60 multiple-choice questions on:

Airplanes and Aerodynamics
Airplane systems
Federal Aviation Regulations
Airports and airspace
Airplane performance
Aeromedical factors
Weather
Navigation
Cross-country flying

All you want to know about what is covered, test descriptions and the testing process can be found in the:
 PRIVATE PILOT KNOWLEDGE TEST GUIDE


The Airplane Flying Handbook & Airmans Information Manual are great places to start.