The fourth edition of ASA’s Private Pilot Virtual Test Prep has been released. The course now contains discs for both standard DVD and high definition Blu-ray players. Using 3D and animated graphics, special effects, and air-to-air video, the course has been updated to reflect current regulations, procedures, and the Airman Certification Standards (ACS), according to ASA officials. […]
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Sixth edition of ‘Checklist for Success’ released
The sixth edition of “Checklist for Success: A Pilot’s Guide to the Successful Airline Interview” has been released. Written by Cheryl Cage, the sixth edition takes readers from application through to the interview. The author not only offers interview preparation, but illustrates her points by stepping aside to reflect on her own experiences in counseling aspiring pilots, furloughed pilots, […]
ASA introduces remote pilot test prep
ASA has developed a complete line of study products for the new Remote Pilot FAA Knowledge Exam. Beginning Aug. 29, 2016, those who fly a drone for non-hobby operations will be required to successfully complete the FAA Knowledge Exam in order to earn a Remote Pilot Certificate with a Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) rating. […]
Airman Certification Standards shipping now
The new Airman Certification Standards (ACS) for Private Pilot (Airplane) and Instrument Rating (Airplane) are shipping now, ASA officials report. The ACS will help applicants develop an understanding of how knowledge, risk management, and skill elements work together for safe performance of each required task they may be asked to perform during a checkride. For instructors, […]
2017 test guides for AMTs now shipping
ASA officials note that 2017 Test Guides for the FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Knowledge Exams are available and shipping now. The Test Guides include questions and answers for the General, Airframe and Powerplant FAA knowledge exams, supported with explanations. Each guide includes five free online practice tests. Updates to questions and answers are provided as free downloads from […]
ASA introduces Instrument Pilot online ground school
New from ASA is an Instrument Pilot Online Ground School course. The course combines videos with the latest instructional aids and test preparation materials for a comprehensive aviation ground school program, according to ASA officials. Lessons feature internet-based evaluation, textbook resources (including The Pilot’s Manual: Instrument Flying ebook), and course tracking, supported with multimedia presentations. Course contents […]
New book details story that changed aviation search and rescue
Slated for release in August is “Finding Carla,” a true story by Ross Nixon of an aviation search and rescue operation and a family’s struggle — and how it affected the use of aircraft emergency locator transmitters (ELTs). In March 1967, a Cessna 195 flew from Oregon towards San Francisco carrying a family of three: Alvin Oien, Sr. […]
Latest edition of AMT Oral & Practical Exam Guide released
The Third Edition of the Aviation Maintenance Technician Oral & Practical Exam Guide has been updated to reflect the most current FAA PTS and Guidance Documents. The original text by Dale Crane has been edited by Raymond E. Thompson of the College of Aviation, Western Michigan University, and covers the certification process, typical projects with required […]
ASA free endorsement labels updated
ASA’s free Endorsement Labels have been expanded and updated to reflect current regulations outlined in 14 CFR Part 61, including changes to the student pilot application process effective April 1, 2016. The PDF format of these labels provides a simple way for instructors to issue required FAA endorsements to their students, according to ASA officials. Compiled […]