Gleim Private Pilot Oral Exam Guide & ACS - Third Edition
Oral-exam prep and ACS reference for the private checkride, pairing the FAA Airman Certification Standards with over 800 practice questions in one 2-in-1 guide.
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- Comprehensive Preparation: Over 800 questions covering essential topics for the Private Pilot certificate.
- Updated Content: Incorporates the latest PTS standards as of May 31st, 2024 for accurate guidance.
- User-Friendly Design: Features darkened page edges for quick reference and easy navigation.
- Practical Tool: Includes a fill-in-the-blanks aircraft information sheet for personalized preparation.
- Extensive Resource: 240 pages of thoroughly researched material, organized for efficient study.
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The Gleim Private Pilot Oral Exam Guide & ACS combines the FAA's Airman Certification Standards with over 800 practice questions to help pilots prepare for their private pilot practical test (checkride), updated for the latest May 31, 2024 FAA standards.
This unique 2-in-1 format provides everything needed for private pilot checkride prep in one convenient book, eliminating the need for separate materials.
Comprehensive Checkride Preparation
When student pilots ask, "What questions will be on my private pilot oral exam?" this guide delivers the definitive answer. With over 800 practice questions covering every subject area relevant to the private pilot certificate, you'll be thoroughly prepared. Aviation training expert Gleim ensures you'll face your checkride with confidence and reduced anxiety. The book includes the complete Airman Certification Standards with color-coded page edges for quick reference, plus a practical fill-in-the-blanks aircraft information sheet for your specific test day aircraft.
Updated for 2024 FAA Revisions
Updated specifically for the May 31, 2024 FAA revisions, this private pilot test prep book offers the most current preparation material available. The detailed table of contents and comprehensive index make finding specific information effortless, whether you're conducting focused study sessions or need quick answers to FAA examiner questions. Authors Irvin N. Gleim and Garrett W. Gleim have created a thoroughly researched and logically organized 240-page resource that transforms overwhelming checkride preparation into a manageable, systematic process.
Pass your private pilot checkride with confidence using Gleim's unique 2-in-1 Oral Exam Guide & ACS, combining official FAA standards, over 800 practice questions, and the latest May 31, 2024 updates in one comprehensive book. Order yours today!
Book Specifics:
- Book Page Count: 240
- Book ISBN: 978-1-61854-655-5
- Book Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 Inches
- Book Copyright: © 1995-2025 Gleim Publications, Inc.
- Book Date Published: 2024
- Book Illustrations: Black and white
- Book Edition: 3
- Book Effective Date: 2024
- Book Inclusions: Softcover Book

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