Private Pilot FAA Written Exam [Paperback]

Irvin N. Gleim (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2000

The primary purpose of Private Pilot and Recreational Pilot FAA Written Exam is to provide you with the easiest, fastest, and least expensive means of passing the FAA Private Pilot - Airplane (PAR) knowledge test, which is the knowledge (written) test required before you can obtain your private pilot certificate.

Additionally, this book can be used in preparation for the following FAA knowledge tests:

Private Pilot- Airplane (PAR) which is required if you are working toward a private pilot (airplane) certificate. Recreational Pilot - Airplane (RPA), which is required if you are working toward a recreational pilot (airplane) certificate. Private Pilot - Airplane Transport (PAT), which is required if you currently hold a recreational pilot certificate and are working to obtain a private pilot (airplane) certificate.

We change the FAA knowledge (written) test process from a memorization marathon to a learning opportunity and experience. You get higher test scores in less study time. Seven of the major differences between our Private Pilot and Recreational Pilot FAA Written Exam book and most other available books are

Only airplane-related questions and study materials are included in our books. Comprehensive explanations of each question are provided, including explanations of why each answer is incorrect. Answer explanations are NEXT to each question, NOT at the back of the book. All FAA test questions are reorganized into logical topics (FARs, weather, navigation, etc.) We provide outlines explaining the concepts tested at the beginning of each chapter so you can study and learn the material before you answer and study the test questions. A detailed index assists you in finding topics and questions you wish to study. We provide practice tests using the FAA's mix of question topics.

Editorial Reviews

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"I earned grades of 97, 100, 98, 98, and 98 on the private, instrument, commercial, FOI, and CFI, respectively!!!" -- Philip Dery, November 2, 2000

"I just passed my Private Pilot written with a 100, with the help of your 9th Edition. Thanks for a great product." -- Chris Bailey, December 22, 2000

From the Author

"The bottom line is, be a success in whatever you choose to do with your life. People learn and grow as individuals and therefore need to find their own personalized system to achieve success. For me, making a career of the things I enjoy most was the only way to go. Lastly, remember that there is no substitute for studying diligently and effectively. Our ability to address the need for systematic, no-nonsense exam prep and study materials that get the job done right has contributed to the success of literally millions of accountants and pilots. It's fun to succeed and help others succeed."

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Product Details

• Paperback: 344 pages
• Publisher: Gleim Pubns; 9th edition (November 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581941285
• ISBN-13: 978-1581941289
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #430,850 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great study aid, January 29, 2004

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J. Turner (Minnesota United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Private Pilot FAA Written Exam (Paperback)

When studying for the FAA Private Pilot written exam, you've got choices. You can grab a CFI and have him teach you the material, attend a weekend cram course, purchase a DVD/VHS study course, or use the Gleim prep book. Depending on your learning style, you should pick the one you think will work best.

This unique book contains the entire FAA written test pool with explanative answers. Each chapter focuses on a FAA requirement, presents the basic information you need to know, then the questions and answers are presented to the reader.

For students who like independent study, I think this is the way to go. Highly recommended.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely essential study material., May 19, 2008

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David W. Groat "Groatski" (Detroit, MI, USA) - See all my reviews
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The FAA written test consists of 60 3-choice multiple choice questions that are pulled randomly from a bank of 600 standard questions. This book contains all 600 questions, the answers, and the answer explainations. Both my flying instructor and ground school teacher declared this book essential.

I really can't comment on the other study aids the previous reviewer mentioned, because this book was all I used for my FAA written. It's divided up into 11 chapters, each chapter starting with a brief summary of the important points covered in the test and followed by all the standard test questions on the subject. Systematic study of each chapter starting about a week before the test, coupled with free on-line practice tests [exams4pilots-dot-com] will almost guarantee a passing grade.

However, the purpose of this book is strictly to get you to pass the test. Each chapter begins with a warning stating that much more knowledge and information is necessary to fly safely. Everything that isn't specifically on the test is omitted. I passed on the first try with a 97%.

P.S. - This book is updated every year to reflect changes in the FAA testing material and proceedures. Make sure the one you're buying is at most a year old.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great test prep, but you will need lots more information, July 12, 2011

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Ken Deken (Cleveland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Private Pilot FAA Written Exam (Paperback)

Obtaining an FAA Private Pilot's License requires:a) passing a medical exam; b) getting a passing score on a written, multiple-choice test; c) answering an examiner's oral test questions; d) successfully passing a flying test after practicing flying with an instructor and solo for typically 50 hours or so. This book can readily get you the memorization required to pass the written test. It's an excellent tool for that purpose.
Beyond that, Jeppesen "Private Pilot" provides the in-depth information that you will need. Finally, the FAR/AIM book of Federal Aviation Regulations and Aeronautical Instruction Manual will round out your basic Private-pilot preparation library.