2023 Instrument Rating Test Prep Plus: Book plus software to study and prepare for your pilot FAA Knowledge Exam

by ASA Test Prep Board

Overview

Includes printed Test Prep book plus Prepware software download code

Test Prep book
Rely on the time-proven and dependable ASA Instrument Rating Test Prep to prepare for your FAA Knowledge Exam. Test material is expertly organized into chapters based on subject matter and includes introductory text and illustrations, questions, answer choices, answers, explanations (for correct and incorrect answers), and references for further study. This topical study promotes understanding and aids recall to provide an efficient study guide. The ASA Test Prep includes the figures, legends, and full-color charts from the Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement so you’ll be familiar with the information you’ll be issued at the test center.

Prepware software
Rely on the most trusted source in aviation training with ASA’s Prepware software for your FAA Knowledge Exam. More than a “question and answer” recounting of test questions, it combines a powerful software program with the accurate and instructional material you expect from ASA. Questions are supported with explanations for correct and incorrect answers, FAA references for further study, and airman test report codes for remedial study. Easy to use in both study mode and test mode, Prepware gives you the tools and confidence needed to ace the test. Also includes a 24-month subscription to Prepware Online so you can study from any internet-connected device when on the go.

ASA’s free email subscription service offers book and software updates to ensure you’re always using the most current information available.

Use for the following FAA Knowledge Exams:

• IRA: Instrument Rating - Airplane
• IRH: Instrument Rating - Helicopter
• IFP: Instrument Rating - Foreign Pilot
• FII: Instrument Flight Instructor - Airplane
• FIH: Instrument Flight Instructor - Helicopter
• IGI: Instrument Ground Instructor
• AIF: Instrument Flight Instructor - Airplane (Added Rating)
• HIF: Instrument Flight Instructor - Helicopter (Added Rating)
• ICP: Instrument Rating Airplane - Canadian Conversion
• ICH: Instrument Rating Helicopter - Canadian Conversion
• IEP: Instrument Rating Airplane - EU Part-FCL Conversion

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781644252574
Publisher:	Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc.
Publication date:	11/29/2022
Series:	ASA Test Prep Series
Edition description:	2023 Edition
Pages:	304
Product dimensions:	8.25(w) x 10.75(h) x 0.62(d)

About the Author

Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. (ASA) is an industry leader in the development and sale of aviation supplies and publications for pilots, flight instructors, flight engineers, air traffic controllers, flight attendants, aviation maintenance technicians, and drone operators. We manufacture and publish more than 1,000 products, and have been providing trusted and reliable training materials to the aviation industry for 80 years.

Table of Contents

Instructions

Updates and Practice Tests v

Introduction vi

Description of the Tests vii

Knowledge Test Registration viii

Knowledge Test Eligibility viii

Acceptable Materials ix

Testing Procedures for Applicants Requesting Special Accommodations x

Test Reports x

Retesting Procedures x

Cheating or Other Unauthorized Conduct x

Test-Taking Tips xii

Instrument Rating Eligibility Requirements xiii

Knowledge Exam References xiv

Acronyms xv

ASA Test Prep Layout xvii

Chapter 1 Weather

The Earth's Atmosphere 1-3

High Altitude Weather 1-4

Temperature 1-4

Wind 1-6

Moisture and Precipitation 1-7

Air Masses, Fronts, and Stability 1-9

Clouds 1-12

Fog 1-14

Turbulence 1-16

Thunderstorms 1-17

Microbursts 1-20

Icing 1-21

Structural and Induction Icing 1-21

Hazards of Structural Icing 1-22

Frost and Snow 1-22

Deice and Anti-Ice 1-22

Wind Shear 1-28

Chapter 2 Weather Services

Aviation Routine Weather Report (METAR) 2-3

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) 2-5

Graphical Forecasts for Aviation (GFA) 2-6

Pilot Reports (UA) 2-9

Winds and Temperatures Aloft Forecast (FB) 2-11

Inflight Weather Advisories (WA, WS, WST) 2-13

Convective Outlook (AC) 2-16

Surface Analysis Chart 2-17

Constant Pressure Chart 2-17

Significant Weather (SIGWX) Forecast Charts 2-18

Chapter 3 Flight Instruments

Airspeeds 3-3

Altitudes 3-5

Altimeter Settings 3-8

Vertical Speed Indicator 3-12

Attitude Indicator 3-12

Turn Coordinator 3-16

Heading Indicator 3-23

Magnetic Compass 3-23

Electronic Flight Instruments 3-27

Instrument Errors 3-28

Fundamental Skills 3-31

Attitude Instrument Flying 3-34

Unusual Attitude Recoveries 3-36

Chapter 4 Navigation

NAVAID Classes 4-3

Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) 4-4

VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) 4-6

Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI) 4-16

Area Navigation (RNAV) 4-22

Instrument Landing System (ILS) 4-24

Global Positioning System (GPS) 4-29

Chapter 5 Regulations and Procedures

Requirements for Instrument Rating 5-3

Instrument Currency Requirements 5-6

Equipment Requirements 5-11

Inspection Requirements 5-16

Oxygen Requirements 5-17

Logbook Requirements 5-19

Preflight Requirements 5-20

Airspace 5-21

Cloud Clearance and Visibility Requirements 5-25

Aircraft Accident/Incident Reporting and NOTAMs 5-27

Spatial Disorientation 5-29

Optical Illusions 5-31

Cockpit Lighting and Scanning 5-32

Altitude and Course Requirements 5-34

Communication Reports 5-36

Lost Communication Requirements 5-39

Chapter 6 Departure

Flight Plan Requirements 6-3

Clearance Requirements 6-15

ATC Clearance/Separations 6-16

Departure Procedures (DPs) 6-19

Services Available to Pilots 6-24

Pilot/Controller Roles and Responsibilities 6-26

Airport Lighting, Signs, and Marking Aids 6-27

VFR-On-Top 6-35

Chapter 7 En Route

Instrument Altitudes 7-3

Enroute Low Altitude Chart 7-5

Holding 7-11

Fuel Consumption 7-20

Chapter 8 Arrival and Approach

Standard Terminal Arrivals (STARs) 8-3

Communications During Arrival 8-5

Instrument Approach Terms and Abbreviations 8-8

Instrument Approach Procedures (IAP) Chart 8-12

Radar Approaches 8-28

Visual and Contact Approaches 8-29

Missed Approach 8-31

Runway Visual Range (RVR) 8-33

Inoperative Components 8-35

Hazards On Approach 8-36

Closing the Flight Plan 8-38

Cross References

A Question Number and Page Number A-1

B Airman Knowledge Test Report Codes and Question Numbers B-1

FAA Figures

Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Instrument Rating (FAA-CT-8080-3F)