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The ASA Airman Certification Standards: Instrument Rating (Helicopter) is the official FAA resource for aspiring helicopter pilots preparing for their instrument rating. Updated with the May 2024 standards (FAA-S-ACS-14), this softcover book replaces the Practical Test Standards (8081-4E). It provides clear guidelines on the knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency requirements necessary to earn an instrument rating in the rotorcraft category, helicopter class. This ACS includes ACS codes and the FAA-G-ACS-2 Companion Guide for a comprehensive preparation experience.
Key Features and Benefits
Updated FAA Standards: Reflects the latest FAA-S-ACS-14 (May 2024) for helicopter instrument rating certification.
Comprehensive Coverage: Includes aeronautical knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency standards.
Enhanced ACS Guide: Features ACS codes and the FAA-G-ACS-2 Companion Guide for complete exam preparation.
Ideal for Students and Evaluators: Designed to help applicants succeed in both the FAA Knowledge Exam and practical checkride.
Portable Format: Softcover design for easy reference and use during training.
Detailed Product Description
The ASA Airman Certification Standards: Instrument Rating (Helicopter) is a must-have resource for students, instructors, and evaluators working toward FAA certification. This guide offers a clear roadmap to understand the knowledge, risk management strategies, and flight proficiency required to earn an instrument rating in the rotorcraft category.
Replacing the outdated Practical Test Standards (8081-4E), this edition incorporates updates effective May 2024. With 64 pages of detailed content, it covers all aspects of the instrument rating process for helicopter pilots. The inclusion of ACS codes and the FAA-G-ACS-2 Companion Guide ensures a thorough and efficient preparation experience.
Technical Specifications
Edition: FAA-S-ACS-14
Effective Date: May 2024
Page Count: 64 pages
Dimensions: 8.25 x 10.75 inches
ISBN: 978-1-64425-468-4
Date Published: 2024
Achieve your FAA instrument rating certification with the ASA Airman Certification Standards: Instrument Rating (Helicopter)—the trusted guide for rotorcraft instrument pilots.
