Private Pilot Test Prep 2025-2026

Tests are hard. Studying doesn’t need to be.

Includes printed Test Prep book plus Prepware software download code.

Join millions of pilots and mechanics who chose ASA and passed their tests the first time, using the most trusted resource in FAA test preparation. 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. Use the book to become familiar with the FAA Knowledge Exam, then use Prepware for unlimited study sessions and practice tests, and receive your test authorization (endorsement) at no additional cost!

The ASA Test Prep and Prepware software include the figures, legends, and full-color charts you’ll see at the testing center. Questions cover all Private, Recreational, and Sport Pilot FAA Knowledge Exams and are identified by test: airplane, rotorcraft, glider, lighter-than-air, powered parachute, and weight-shift control. You can also count on ASA to monitor FAA test changes and update you through a free email service.
ASA’s Private Pilot Test Prep is the pilot’s best resource for successful test-taking.

• Includes Prepware software for your computer and a 24-month subscription to Prepware Online with access from any internet-connected device
• Explanations for correct and incorrect answers, FAA references for further study, and airman test report codes for remedial study
• Figures from the FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement
• Test-taking tips and quick cross-references for easy question-finding
• Free online updates and subscription service to stay informed of test changes

Use for the following FAA Knowledge Exams:

• PAR: Private Pilot - Airplane
• PRH: Private Pilot - Helicopter
• PRG: Private Pilot - Gyroplane
• PGL: Private Pilot - Glider
• PBH: Private Pilot - Balloon - Hot Air
• PBG: Private Pilot - Balloon - Gas
• PLA: Private Pilot - Airship
• PPP: Private Pilot - Powered Parachute
• PWS: Private Pilot - Weight-Shift Control
• PAT: Private Pilot Airplane/Recreational Pilot - Transition
• PGT: Private Pilot Gyroplane/Recreational Pilot - Transition
• PHT: Private Pilot Helicopter/Recreational Pilot - Transition
• PCP: Private Pilot Airplane - Canadian Conversion
• PCH: Private Pilot Helicopter - Canadian Conversion
• PEP: Private Pilot Airplane - EU Part-FCL Conversion
• SPA: Sport Pilot - Airplane
• SPB: Sport Pilot - Balloon
• SPI: Sport Pilot - Glider
• SPL: Sport Pilot - Airship
• SPP: Sport Pilot - Powered Parachute
• SPW: Sport Pilot - Weight-Shift Control
• SPY: Sport Pilot - Gyroplane
• RPA: Recreational Pilot - Airplane
• RPH: Recreational Pilot - Helicopter
• RPG: Recreational Pilot - Gyroplane

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