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Key Facts: FAA ASC Knowledge Test — Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane Canadian Conversion Exam

ASC

Test Code

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

40 Questions

Official Questions

FAA Exam Specification

2.5 Hours (150 min)

Time Limit

PSI Services / FAA

70%

Passing Score

14 CFR Part 61 Standard

Prepare for the FAA ASC Knowledge Test (ATP Single Engine Canadian Conversion) with 100 realistic practice questions covering US regulations, airspace, single-engine performance calculations, and weather services.

Sample FAA ASC Knowledge Test — Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane Canadian Conversion Practice Questions

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1Under the FAA-Transport Canada Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL), what prerequisite pilot licence must a Canadian pilot hold to convert to an FAA Single-Engine Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate via the ASC Knowledge Test?
A.Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence - Aeroplane with single-engine rating.
B.Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane with single-engine rating and instrument rating.
C.Transport Canada Private Pilot Licence - Aeroplane with instrument rating and 500 hours total time.
D.Transport Canada Recreational Pilot Permit with single-engine class rating.
Explanation: Under the FAA-TC Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL), an applicant seeking an FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with a Single-Engine Airplane rating must hold a valid, un-restricted Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence - Aeroplane with appropriate single-engine privileges and meet Part 61 flight experience requirements.
2According to 14 CFR Part 61.159, what is the minimum total flight time required for an applicant to be eligible for an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with an Airplane Single-Engine rating?
A.1,200 total hours
B.1,500 total hours
C.1,800 total hours
D.2,000 total hours
Explanation: 14 CFR § 61.159(a) requires a person applying for an airline transport pilot certificate with an airplane category rating to have logged at least 1,500 hours of total flight time as a pilot.
3Under 14 CFR Part 61.57(b), to act as pilot in command carrying passengers at night in a single-engine airplane, the pilot must have completed 3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop within the preceding 90 days during what specific timeframe?
A.Between sunset and sunrise.
B.Between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning civil twilight.
C.Between the period beginning 1 hour after sunset and ending 1 hour before sunrise.
D.Between 22:00 local time and 06:00 local time.
Explanation: 14 CFR § 61.57(b)(1) states that to act as PIC carrying passengers during the period beginning 1 hour after sunset and ending 1 hour before sunrise, the pilot must have made 3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop within the preceding 90 days during that specific timeframe in the same category, class, and type of aircraft.
4If a pilot's instrument currency under 14 CFR § 61.57(c) has lapsed by more than 6 calendar months past the initial 6-month currency window (total of 12 calendar months without instrument currency), how may instrument privileges be reestablished?
A.By completing 6 instrument approaches and holding procedures with a safety pilot.
B.By logging 10 hours of simulated instrument time in an approved flight simulation training device.
C.By completing a standard Flight Review under 14 CFR § 61.56.
D.By completing an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) administered by an FAA inspector, designated examiner, or authorized CFII.
Explanation: If a pilot allows their instrument currency and the 6-month grace period to elapse (more than 12 calendar months total without maintaining currency), 14 CFR § 61.57(d) requires the pilot to pass an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) given by a DPE, FAA inspector, or authorized instrument flight instructor (CFII).
5Under 14 CFR Part 91.3, in an in-flight emergency requiring immediate action, what authority is granted to the Pilot in Command (PIC)?
A.The PIC may deviate from any rule of Part 91 to the extent required to meet that emergency.
B.The PIC may deviate from altitude rules only after receiving verbal concurrence from ATC.
C.The PIC may deviate only from ATC clearances, but must strictly obey all Part 91 operating rules.
D.The PIC may deviate only if a second command pilot is on board to verify the emergency.
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.3(b) provides that in an in-flight emergency requiring immediate action, the pilot in command may deviate from any rule of Part 91 to the extent required to meet that emergency.
6According to 14 CFR Part 91.17, a crewmember is prohibited from acting or attempting to act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft within how many hours after consuming alcohol, or with what maximum blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?
A.Within 12 hours or with a BAC of 0.02% or higher.
B.Within 8 hours or with a BAC of 0.04% or higher.
C.Within 24 hours or with a BAC of 0.05% or higher.
D.Within 48 hours or with a BAC of 0.08% or higher.
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.17(a) prohibits any person from acting as a crewmember within 8 hours after the consumption of any alcoholic beverage, or while having an alcohol concentration of 0.04 percent or more in a blood or breath specimen.
7Under 14 CFR Part 91.211, at what cabin pressure altitude must the required minimum flight crew be provided with and use supplemental oxygen for that part of the flight that exceeds 30 minutes duration?
A.Above 10,000 feet MSL up to 12,000 feet MSL.
B.Above 14,000 feet MSL up to and including 15,000 feet MSL.
C.Above 12,500 feet MSL up to and including 14,000 feet MSL.
D.Above 15,000 feet MSL continuously.
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.211(a)(1) specifies that the required minimum flight crew must use supplemental oxygen at cabin pressure altitudes above 12,500 feet MSL up to and including 14,000 feet MSL for that part of the flight at those altitudes that is of more than 30 minutes duration.
8Under 14 CFR Part 91.211(a)(3), at what cabin pressure altitude must each occupant of an aircraft be provided with supplemental oxygen?
A.Above 12,500 feet MSL.
B.Above 14,000 feet MSL.
C.Above 18,000 feet MSL.
D.Above 15,000 feet MSL.
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.211(a)(3) mandates that at cabin pressure altitudes above 15,000 feet MSL, each occupant of the aircraft must be provided with supplemental oxygen.
9Under 14 CFR Part 91.167, what is the minimum fuel reserve required for a single-engine airplane operating under IFR in controlled airspace?
A.Enough fuel to fly to the destination, fly to the alternate airport (if required), and fly for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed.
B.Enough fuel to fly to the destination, fly to the alternate airport (if required), and fly for 30 minutes at normal cruising speed.
C.Enough fuel to fly to the destination and fly thereafter for 45 minutes at holding speed.
D.Enough fuel to fly to the destination, fly to the alternate airport, and fly for 60 minutes at long-range cruise speed.
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.167 requires IFR aircraft to carry enough fuel (considering weather reports and forecasts) to complete the flight to the first airport of intended landing, fly from that airport to the alternate airport (if required), and fly thereafter for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed.
10Under 14 CFR Part 91.169, what are the standard weather minimums required at an alternate airport for a precision approach procedure at the estimated time of arrival (ETA)?
A.800-foot ceiling and 2 statute miles visibility.
B.600-foot ceiling and 2 statute miles visibility.
C.1,000-foot ceiling and 3 statute miles visibility.
D.500-foot ceiling and 1 statute mile visibility.
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.169(c) establishes standard alternate weather minimums for a precision approach as a 600-foot ceiling and 2 statute miles visibility at the estimated time of arrival.

About the FAA ASC Knowledge Test — Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane Canadian Conversion Exam

The FAA ASC Knowledge Test assesses Transport Canada Single-Engine ATP license holders converting to FAA ATP Single-Engine certification under the FAA-Transport Canada Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL). Key focus areas include 14 CFR Part 61, 91, and 135 regulations, US airspace structure and ATC procedures, single-engine airplane performance and systems, and aviation meteorology.

Assessment

40 multiple-choice questions administered on computer at PSI test centers

Time Limit

2.5 hours (150 minutes)

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$175 (Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) / PSI Services)

FAA ASC Knowledge Test — Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane Canadian Conversion Exam Content Outline

30%

14 CFR Part 61 / 91 / 135 Regulations

US regulations, flight time/duty limits, operating requirements, currency, emergency equipment, and Canadian conversion rules.

25%

US Airspace & Air Traffic Control Procedures

Class A-G airspace, AIM procedures, preferred IFR routes, ATC clearances, communications, lost comms, and clearance void times.

25%

Single-Engine Airplane Performance & Systems

Piston/turboprop engine management, density altitude calculations, glide performance, stall/spin dynamics, weight & balance, and V-speeds.

20%

Meteorology & Weather Services

METAR/TAF interpretation, surface analysis, icing, convective weather avoidance, winds aloft, and IFR approach minimums.

How to Pass the FAA ASC Knowledge Test — Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane Canadian Conversion Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Assessment: 40 multiple-choice questions administered on computer at PSI test centers
  • Time limit: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
  • Exam fee: $175

Keys to Passing

  • Work through all 100 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

FAA ASC Knowledge Test — Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane Canadian Conversion Study Tips from Top Performers

1Review key differences between Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and US 14 CFR Part 91/135 rules.
2Practice density altitude, weight and balance, and glide performance calculations using standard FAA formulas.
3Memorize US airspace cloud clearance minimums and ATC entry communication rules for Class B, C, D, and E airspace.
4Study IFR lost communications procedures (AVE-F for route, MEA for altitude) under Part 91.185.
5Understand METAR/TAF codes, AIRMET/SIGMET criteria, and cold temperature altimetry error calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FAA ASC Knowledge Test?

The FAA ASC Knowledge Test is the official FAA conversion exam for Transport Canada Single-Engine ATP licence holders converting to an FAA Airline Transport Pilot Single-Engine Airplane certificate under the FAA-TC Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL).

How many questions are on the official FAA ASC exam?

The official exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions administered over a 2.5-hour (150 minutes) time limit at PSI testing centers. The passing score is 70%.

What prerequisites are required to take the ASC exam?

Candidates must hold a valid Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence - Aeroplane (Single Engine) and meet the flight experience requirements of 14 CFR Part 61.

Does this practice bank include performance and weight & balance calculations?

Yes, this 100-question practice bank includes realistic numerical calculations for density altitude, pressure altitude, maximum glide distance, weight shift/CG adjustments, fuel endurance, and hydroplaning speed.

Does the FAA publish topic weightings for the ASC knowledge test?

No. The FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix publishes the test code, question count, minimum age, allotted time and passing score, but no percentage breakdown by subject. The content outline and percentages shown on this page describe how this free practice bank distributes its questions across the knowledge areas drawn from the applicable FAA testing supplement, Airman Certification Standards or Practical Test Standards, and the FAA handbooks for this test.