Commercial Pilot Test Prep 2020 Edition - FAA Knowledge Exam Essential Preparation

Sep 24, 2026

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Commercial Pilot Test Prep 2020 Edition provides essential preparation for the FAA Knowledge Exam for prospective commercial pilots. It emphasizes staying current with changing question content throughout the year and highlights eligibility, testing process, and the use of study materials. The book covers core subject areas including basic aerodynamics concepts and aircraft systems such as ignition, fuel mixture, carburetor icing, and aviation fuel, structured to support focused review and reliable test readiness.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages34

Reading Time1 h 26 min

AccessFree to download

Instructions

Preface

Updates and Practice Tests

Description of the Tests

Military Competency Exam

Knowledge Test Eligibility Requirements

Process for Taking a Knowledge Test

Use of Test Aids and Materials

Retesting Procedures

Cheating or Other Unauthorized Conduct

Eligibility Requirements for the Commercial Pilot Certificate

Knowledge Exam References

ASA Test Prep Layout

Chapter 1 Basic Aerodynamics

Aerodynamic Terms

Axes of Rotation and the Four Forces Acting in Flight

Lift

Weight

Thrust

Drag

Lift/Drag Ratios

The VG Diagram

Stability

Turns, Loads and Load Factors

Stalls and Spins

Flaps

Wing Shapes

Torque

Ground Effect

Wake Turbulence

Glider Aerodynamics

Chapter 2 Aircraft Systems

Ignition System

Air/Fuel Mixture

Carburetor Ice

Aviation Fuel

Commercial Pilot aEST PREP Pass your test and know what is essential to become a safe, competent pilot—from the most trusted source in aviation training READER TIP The FAA Knowledge Exam Questions can change throughout the year. Stay current with test changes; sign up for ASA’s free email update service at asa2ﬂ[y.com/testupdate](y.com/testupdate) AVIATION SUPPLIES & ACADEMICS NEWCASTLE, WASHINGTON Commercial Pilot Test Prep 2020 Edition Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. 7005 132nd Place SE Newcastle, Washington 98059-3153 [425.235.1500 | asa2fly.com](425.235.1500 | asa2fly.com) © 2019 Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. FAA Questions herein are from United States government sources and contain current information as of: June 2019 None of the material in this publication supersedes any documents, procedures or regulations issued by the Federal Aviation Administration. ASA assumes no responsibility for any errors oromissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Important: This Test Prep should be sold with and used in conjunction with Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Commercial Pilot (FAA-CT-8080-1E) . ASA reprints the FAA test figures and legends contained within this government document, and it is also sold separately and available from aviation retailers nationwide. Order \#ASA-CT-8080-1E. Cover photo: Glasshouse Images/Alamy Stock Photo/ Circa Images ASA-TP-C-20-PD PDF eBook ISBN 978-1-61954-785-8 Print Book ISBN 978-1-61954-784-1 About the Contributor Jackie Spanitz General Manager Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. As General Manager of Aviation Supplies & Academics, Jackie Spanitz oversees maintenance and development of more than 1,000 titles and pilot supplies in the ASA product line. Ms. Spanitz has worked with airman training and testing for more than 25 years, including participation in the ACS development committees. Jackie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in aviation technology from Western Michigan University, a Masters degree from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, and Instructor and Commercial Pilot certificates. She is the author of Guide to the Flight Review, and the technical editor for ASA’s Test Prep and FAR/AIM series. About ASA: Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. (ASA) isan industry leader in the development and sale of aviation supplies and publications for pilots, flight instructors, flight engineers, air traffic controllers, flight attendants, aviation maintenance technicians, and drone operators. We manufacture and publish more than 1,000 products, and have been providing trusted and reliable training materials to the aviation industry for 80 years. Visit [asa2fly.com](asa2fly.com) for a free catalog. Stay informed of aviation industry happenings [Website](Website asa2fly.com)[ asa2fly.com](Website asa2fly.com)[ ](Website asa2fly.com)[Updates](Updates asa2fly.com/testupdate)[ asa2fly.com/testupdate](Updates asa2fly.com/testupdate)[ ](Updates asa2fly.com/testupdate)[Twitter](Twitter twitter.com/asa2fly)[ twitter.com/asa2fly](Twitter twitter.com/asa2fly) [Facebook](Facebook facebook.com/asa2fly)[ facebook.com/asa2fly](Facebook facebook.com/asa2fly)[ ](Facebook facebook.com/asa2fly)[Blog](Blog learntoflyblog.com)[ learntoflyblog.com](Blog learntoflyblog.com) ii ASA Commercial Pilot Test Prep Contents Instructions Preface ..................................................................... vii Updates and Practice Tests ..................................... viii Description of the Tests ............................................. ix Military Competency Exam .................................... ix Knowledge Test Eligibility Requirements.................x Process for Taking a Knowledge Test ...................... x Use of Test Aids and Materials ............................. xiii Retesting Procedures ........................................... xi

FAQs

How should candidates prepare for changes in the FAA Knowledge Exam questions?

The guide states that FAA Knowledge Exam Questions can change throughout the year and encourages staying current with test changes via ASA’s free email update service.

What does the book cover in its early chapters for test readiness?

It includes instructions, a preface, updates and practice tests, descriptions of the tests, eligibility requirements, testing process, and guidance on using test aids and materials.

Which topics are included in Chapter 1 and Chapter 2?

Chapter 1 focuses on basic aerodynamics topics such as lift, drag, stability, and stalls, while Chapter 2 covers aircraft systems including ignition, air/fuel mixture, carburetor icing, and aviation fuel.

Sep 24, 2026

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