Instrument/CFII Course Summary - FAA Exams - Important Notice to Instrument Test Applicants

Sep 27, 2026

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Instrument/CFII course summary materials for Aviation Seminars’ FAA computer exams, emphasizing strategies to ensure first-attempt success. The notice explains the role of the FAA knowledge exam, how the condensed manual should be reviewed before class, and how to study summaries, then questions with bolded/italicized correct answers. It outlines recommended timing for answering course summary questions, second-review after missed items, note-taking during lectures, and taking the exam within three days, plus guidance on computer testing and registration.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages125

Reading Time5 h 15 min

AccessFree to download

Things You Should Know About the FAA Exam

Preflight and Departure

Enroute and Arrival

Approach and Landing

Radio Navigation

Flight Planning

Aircraft Instruments

Weather Theory

Weather Reports and Forecasts

Additional FAA Questions

AVIATION SEMINARS INSTRUMENT/CFII COURSE SUMMARY FAA EXAMS IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INSTRUMENT TEST APPLICANTS Aviation Seminars has been teaching the Instrument Courses for 28 years and has maintained a pass rate of better than 95%, but only because of special efforts taken by both Aviation Seminars and our applicants. Although many of our students receive their course manual on the day of the class, and often passeven though they had no prior preparation, we strongly recommend that you spend some time with the manual prior to class. You will note that our course manual has been intentionally condensed for a quick and easy preview prior to class. Many publishers produce preparation guides that have 4 to 5 times as many pages, attempting to cover material that is outside of the realm of the FAA Knowledge Exam. There is certainly information that is important to the practical part of your training, and we don’t pretend to cover everything you need to know as an instrument pilot in this summary. We have written the summaries to be as brief as possible while still providing the necessary background to explain the topic and questions. You’ll find that we cover a lot more information and detail in the classroom! If there’s a topic or question you want some help with prior to the class, don’t hesitate to call our 800 number and speak with an instructor will provide you with some pre-class instruction. Here’s the most effective way to preview the material: THE FOLLOWING IS THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP YOU CAN TAKE TO ENSURE PASSING YOUR TEST ON THE FIRST ATTEMPT! You will notice that we have Bolded and Italicized the correct answer to each of the FAA test questions in the book. We have learned that it is counterproductive to test yourself by reading a question and its selection of answers without first reviewing the correct answer. To start, simply read each of the summaries, followed by the questions and correct answers following the summary. Don’t bother to read the incorrect answers, and don’t be concerned about attempting to analyze the answers at this time – just become familiar with the types of questions and answers. This will help you to focus more productively in class and will help prepare you for any additional learning and study. You should read this at a pace that will complete the book in about 2 hours. If it’s taking you longer, you’re probably studying, instead of just reading. If your schedule and motivation allows you more preparation time, the next most valuable step is to preview the listing of the “most often missed questions” in the front of your course book. Use the information in the summaries to determine the reason for each correct answer. If you are interested in not only passing the exam, but passing with the highest possible score, this is the extra step that will significantly assist with your goal! INSTRUMENT PILOT/INSTRUMENT INSTRUCTOR COURSE SUMMARY Things You Should Know About the FAA Exam………………………………..…………Pages 01-02 Preflight and Departure…………………………………………………………..………..…………03-26 Enroute and Arrival…….……………………………………………………………………………..27-43 Approach and Landing………………………………………………………………………………..44-60 Radio Navigation………………………………………………………………………………………61-78 Flight Planning………………………………………………………………………………….……..79-82 Aircraft Instruments…………………………………………………………………………….…….83-99 Weather Theory…………………………………………………………………………………….100-108 Weather Reports and Forecasts………..………………………………………………………..109-120 Additional FAA Questions………………………………………………………………………………121 Copyright 2013 Aviation Seminars Aviation Seminars P.O. Box 1426 El Cajon, CA 92022 800-257-9444 Things You Should Know-Page 1 Aviation Seminars THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR FAA COMPUTER EXAM To get the best results on your exam: As time allows, answer all the questions in the Course Summary BEFORE coming to class, so the instructor can clarify any with which you have trouble. Allow some time Saturday evening for a

FAQs

What is the most important step to ensure passing the FAA test on the first attempt?

Review the course summary material before class. The guide highlights previewing the manual and then reading summaries followed by questions and correct answers in the intended order.

How should applicants use the manual and the bold/italicized correct answers?

Read each summary first, then the questions and the correct answers. Avoid testing yourself by reading questions without reviewing the correct answer, and don’t focus on incorrect answers during the initial familiarization.

How does Aviation Seminars describe FAA computer testing and scheduling?

FAA knowledge testing is computer-based and administered by FAA-authorized private companies. Applicants are advised to answer course summary questions before class, allow Saturday evening for a second review of missed items, take notes during the lecture, and take the exam within 3 days after the seminar.

Sep 27, 2026

Uploaded by Stanley