ASA 2027-2028 Flight Instructor (CFI) Test Prep: Book + Prepware Online Practice Tests
The 568-page Flight Instructor written test study guide with explained answers and ACS codes, plus 24 months of Prepware Online unlimited practice tests.
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- 24 Months of Prepware: Unlimited online practice tests from any internet-connected device.
- Explained Answers: Every question explains the correct and incorrect choices.
- ACS Codes Included: Each question links to its ACS knowledge area for remedial study.
- FAA Figures Inside: Testing supplement figures and charts (FAA-CT-8080-5H) in the book.
- Free Online Updates: Stay informed of test changes between editions.
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ASA 2027-2028 Flight Instructor Test Prep is the essential guide to passing the FAA Knowledge Test, pairing a 568-page study book with 24 months of Prepware Online so you can study at the desk and practice anywhere.
Built for future CFIs and ground instructors. It covers the Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI), Ground Instructor Basic and Advanced, Flight Instructor (every category, including added ratings), Sport Pilot Instructor and Military Competency Instructor FAA Knowledge Tests.
Study, Practice and Pass the First Time
Wondering which knowledge tests do I need to become a CFI? Learn the material, then test yourself until the answers come easily. Every question in the book comes with an explanation of why the correct answer is right and why the others are wrong, an ACS code that points you to the exact knowledge area for remedial study and for your checkride oral, and an FAA reference for further reading. Chapters work through the fundamentals of instructing alongside the aerodynamics, systems, regulations, weather, performance and navigation knowledge every instructor teaches, and quick cross-references make any question easy to find. The figures, legends and full-color charts from the FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement (FAA-CT-8080-5H) are included, so you practice with the same figures you will see at the testing center.
Prepware Online for Unlimited Practice Tests
The activation code inside the front cover unlocks 24 months of Prepware Online, where you can review study guides by subject, build custom quizzes, take unlimited practice tests from any internet-connected device and earn your test endorsement. Free online updates and ASA's subscription service keep you informed of test changes, and time-proven test-taking tips help you walk in calm and ready.
Join the millions of pilots who have prepared with ASA. Order the ASA 2027-2028 Flight Instructor Test Prep and pass your knowledge test with confidence!
Book Specifics:
- Book Page Count: 568
- Book ISBN: 978-1-64425-587-2
- Book Dimensions: 8.25 x 10.75 Inches
- Book Copyright: © 2026 Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. All rights reserved.
- Book Date Published: 2026
- Book Illustrations: Black and white
- Book Edition: 2027-2028
- Book Effective Date: 2026
- Book Inclusions: Softcover Book, FAA Testing Supplement Figures, 24 Months Prepware Online Access Code

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Frequently Asked Questions
Which FAA Knowledge Tests does the ASA Flight Instructor Test Prep cover?
The 2027-2028 edition covers the Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI), Ground Instructor Basic and Advanced, Flight Instructor (every category, including added ratings), Sport Pilot Instructor and Military Competency Instructor FAA Knowledge Tests.
How long is the Prepware Online access?
The book includes 24 months of access to Prepware Online. The activation code is inside the front cover, and Prepware Online gives you unlimited practice tests from any internet-connected device.
Is the FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement included?
Yes. The figures, legends and full-color charts from the FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement (FAA-CT-8080-5H) are printed in the book, so you study with the same figures provided at the testing center.
What do the ACS codes in the book do?
Each question carries the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) code for its knowledge area. If you miss a question on the real test, the code on your test report points you straight to the material to review, and the same codes help you prepare for the checkride oral exam.
How is the book kept current?
ASA provides free online updates and a subscription service that tells you about changes to the FAA Knowledge Test, so your study stays current between editions.
How big is the book?
The Flight Instructor Test Prep is a 568-page softcover, 8.25 x 10.75 inches.
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