Commercial Pilot – Military Competence

Task A. Pilot Qualifications and Responsibilities

operating as pilot-in-command (PIC) as a commercial pilot.

References: 14 CFR parts 61, 91, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-25 To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge associated with

Task B. Airworthiness Requirements

airworthiness requirements, including aircraft certificates.

References: 14 CFR parts 39, 43, 91; FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-25 To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge associated with

Task C. Medical Certification and Qualification

aeromedical certificate requirements.

References: 14 CFR parts 61, 67, 68, 91; FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-25; AC 68-1 To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge associated with

Task A. National Airspace System

National Airspace System (NAS) operating under VFR as a commercial pilot.

References: 14 CFR parts 71, 91, 93; FAA-H-8083-3; Chart Supplements, Navigation Charts; AIM To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge associated with the

Task A. Accident Reporting

reporting of aircraft accidents.

References: 49 CFR part 830; AIM To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge associated with the

Note: If the applicant no longer possesses the original test report, he or she may request a duplicate replacement issued by the Airmen Certification Branch. A current or former military pilot who is applying for a Commercial Pilot Certificate under 14 CFR part 61, section 61.73 is not required to pass a practical test to become certificated. Because of this, there is not a requirement for a certificated instructor to review the questions that incorrectly answered on the knowledge test. The FAA encourages Military Competence applicants to review the topics that were incorrectly answered on the knowledge test by use of the PLT Codes that are printed on the knowledge test report. By doing this, the applicant can be aware of areas he/she should review before exercising the privileges of his/her pilot certificate. The device should consist of an electronic thesaurus that audibly pronounces typed-in words and presents them on a display screen. The device should also have a built-in headphone jack in order to avoid disturbing others during testing. Option 3: Request the proctor's assistance in reading specific words or terms from the test questions and/or supplement book. To prevent compromising the testing process, the proctor must be an individual with no aviation background or expertise. The proctor may provide reading assistance only (i.e., no explanation of words or terms). When an applicant requests this option, the FSDO or IFO/IFU inspector must contact the Airman Testing Branch for assistance in selecting the test site and assisting the proctor. Before approving any option, the FSDO or IFO/IFU inspector must advise the applicant of the regulatory certification requirement to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Appendix 3: Airman Knowledge Test Report Immediately upon completion of the knowledge test, the applicant receives a printed Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR) documenting the score with the testing center's raised, embossed seal. The applicant must retain the original AKTR. An AKTR expires 24 calendar months from the month the applicant completes the knowledge test. If the AKTR expires before the completion of the application process, the applicant must retake the knowledge test. To obtain a duplicate AKTR due to loss or destruction of the original, the applicant must mail a signed request accompanied by a check or money order made payable to the FAA in the amount of $12.00 the following address: Federal Aviation Administration Airmen Certification Branch P.O. Box 25082 Oklahoma City, OK 73125 To obtain a copy of the application form or a list of the information required, please see the Airmen Certification Branch web page. FAA Knowledge Test Question Coding Each Task in the ACS includes an ACS code. This ACS code will soon be displayed on the AKTR to indicate what Task element was proven deficient on the knowledge test. Instructors can then provide remedial training in the deficient areas, and evaluators can re-test this element during the practical test. The ACS coding consists of four elements. For example, this code is interpreted as follows: MC.I.A.K1: MC = Applicable ACS (Military Competency for Commercial Pilot Certification) I = Area of Operation (Commercial Pilot Privileges and Limitations) A = Task (Qualifications and Responsibilities to Act as a Commercial Pilot) K1 = Task element Knowledge 1 (Currency and recordkeeping.) Users should reference the current edition of the reference documents listed above. The current edition of all FAA publications can be found at www.faa.gov. Appendix 6: Abbreviations and Acronyms The following abbreviations and acronyms may be used in the ACS. Abb./Acronym Definition 14 CFR Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations AC Advisory Circular ACS Airman Certification Standards AELS Aviation English Language Standard AFB Office of Foundational Business (FAA) AFS Flight Standards Service AIM Aeronautical Information Manual AKTC Airman Knowledge Testing Center AKTR Airman Knowledge Test Report ATC Air Traffic Control ATIS Automatic Terminal Information Service AWOS Automated Weather Observation System CFI Certificated Flight Instructor CFR Code of Federal Regulations CTAF Common Traffic Advisory Frequency DOT Department of Transportation ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter FAA Federal Aviation Administration FSDO Flight Standards District Office FTN FAA Tracking Number GPS Global Positioning System IACRA Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application LSC Learning Statement Code MCN Military Competency Non-Category Specific Knowledge Test MEL Minimum Equipment List MTR Military Training Routes NAS National Airspace System NOTAM Notices to Airmen NSA National Security Areas ODA Organization Designation Authorization PIC Pilot-in-Command PLT Pilot Learning Statement Code SAFO Safety Alert for Operators SFRA Special Flight Rules Area SMS Safety Management System SUA Special Use Airspace TFR Temporary Flight Restrictions Abb./Acronym Definition TRSA Terminal Radar Service Areas UNICOM Aeronautical Advisory Communications Stations VFR Visual Flight Rules