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New text is shown with blue underlined font.  \nIf you are tested on any content not represented in our materials or this update, please share this information with Gleim so we can continue to provide the most complete test preparation experience possible. You can submit [feedback at](feedback at www.GleimAviation.com/questions. Thank)[ ](feedback at www.GleimAviation.com/questions. Thank)[www.GleimAviation.com/questions](feedback at www.GleimAviation.com/questions. Thank)[. Thank](feedback at www.GleimAviation.com/questions. Thank)you in advance for your help!  \nIntroduction and Overview of Certificates and Ratings  \nPage 2 , FAA Requirements to Obtain a Sport Pilot Certificate, Item 2.: This update clarifies language proficiency expectations.  \n2. Be able to read, speak, write, and ~~converse fluently in~~ understand the English language (certificates with operating limitations may be available for medically related deficiencies) .  \nPages 5-6, FAA Requirements to Obtain a Private Pilot Certificate, Items 1. , 2. , and 4.a.: This update adds details about age requirements, and clarifies language proficiency expectations.  \n1. Be at least 17 years of age (16 years of age to operate a glider or balloon) .  \n2. Be able to read, speak, write, and ~~converse fluently in~~ understand the English language (certificates with operating limitations may be available for medically related deficiencies) .  \n[ . . .]  \n4. Obtain a student pilot certificate.  \na. You must be at least 16 years of age (14 years of age to operate a glider or balloon) and be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language to be eligible to receive a student pilot certificate.  \nPage 8, FAA Requirements to Obtain an Instrument Rating, Items 1. and 2.: This update adds details about prerequisites and clarifies language proficiency expectations.  \n1. Hold at least a current private pilot certificate or be concurrently applying for a private  certificate appropriate to the instrument rating sought.  \n2. Be able to read, speak, write, and ~~converse fluently in~~ understand the English language (certificates with operating limitations may be available for medically related deficiencies) .  \nPage 12, FAA Requirements to Obtain a Flight Instructor Certificate Without a Sport Pilot Rating, Item 2.: This update clarifies language proficiency expectations.  \n2. Be able to read, speak, write, and ~~converse fluently in~~ understand the English language (certificates with operating limitations may be available for medically related deficiencies) .  \nCopyright © 2020 Gleim Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Duplication prohibited. Reward for information [exposing violators. Contact copyright@gleim.com](exposing violators. Contact copyright@gleim.com).  \nPage 2 of 11  \nPage 14 , FAA Requirements to Obtain a Flight Instructor Certificate With a Sport Pilot Rating , Item 2.: This update clarifies language proficiency expectations .  \n2. Be able to read, speak, write, and ~~converse fluently in~~ understand the English language. If you cannot read, speak, write, and understand English ~~because of~~ for medical reasons, the FAA may place limits on your certificate as necessary for the safe operation of light-sport aircraft.  \nPage 15, FAA Requirements to Obtain a Ground Instructor Certificate, Item 1. b.: This update clarifies language proficiency expectations.  \nb. Be able to read, speak, write, and ~~converse fluently in~~ understand the English language (certificates with operating limitations may be available for medically related deficiencies) .  \nStudy Unit 1 – Airplanes and Aerodynamics  \nPage 34 , Subunit 1.5 , Items 2.c.2) and New item 2.c.2)e) : This update replaces the image with a more detailed version and expands our coverage to include Slotted Fowler flaps.  \n[ . . .]  \ne) Slotted ","cbCainZabfCcjDXk","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainZabfCcjDXk","pdf",2485267,11,"English","# Introduction and Overview of Certificates and Ratings\n## FAA Requirements to Obtain a Sport Pilot Certificate\n## FAA Requirements to Obtain a Private Pilot Certificate\n## FAA Requirements to Obtain an Instrument Rating\n## FAA Requirements to Obtain a Flight Instructor Certificate Without a Sport Pilot Rating\n## FAA Requirements to Obtain a Flight Instructor Certificate With a Sport Pilot Rating\n## FAA Requirements to Obtain a Ground Instructor Certificate\n## Study Unit 1 – Airplanes and Aerodynamics\n## Study Unit 2 – Airplane Instruments, Engines, and Systems\n## Study Unit 3 – Airports, Air Traffic Control, and Airspace","[{\"question\":\"What language proficiency expectation is clarified in the update?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language, with possible certificate operating limitations for medically related deficiencies.\"},{\"question\":\"What age requirement updates are included for private and student pilot certificates?\",\"answer\":\"A private pilot certificate requires at least 17 years of age (16 years for glider or balloon operations). 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