Credential type: licensure examination · verified on the issuer's site September 25, 2026 issuer page
Exam Domains
1 Applicable regulations of this chapter that relate to sport pilot privileges, limits, and flight operations
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2 Accident reporting requirements of the National Transportation Safety Board
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3 Use of the applicable portions of the aeronautical information manual and FAA advisory circulars
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4 Use of aeronautical charts for VFR navigation using pilotage, dead reckoning, and navigation systems, as appropriate
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5 Recognition of critical weather situations from the ground and in flight, windshear avoidance, and the procurement and use of aeronautical weather reports and forecasts
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6 Safe and efficient operation of aircraft, including collision avoidance, and recognition and avoidance of wake turbulence
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7 Effects of density altitude on takeoff and climb performance
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8 Weight and balance computations
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9 Principles of aerodynamics, powerplants, and aircraft systems
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10 Stall awareness, spin entry, spins, and spin recovery techniques, as applicable
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11 Aeronautical decision making and risk management
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12 Preflight actions
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Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice
FormatLinear (computer-based at PSI/CATS testing centers)
Online ProctoringNot available
ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Student pilot certificate or instructor endorsement required for some tests. Name on ID must match registration exactly.
RenewalRequired -- FAA Airman certificates do not expire, but proficiency requirements apply. Airman Knowledge Test result valid for 24 months for scheduling the practical test (checkride). Pilots must complete a Biennial Flight Review (BFR) every 24 months to act as PIC. Currency requirements (landings, instrument approaches) are separate from certificate renewal.
Retake Policy14-day waiting period required after a failed attempt. No limit on total number of attempts. Instructor endorsement or authorized sign-off required before retaking.