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1Under 14 CFR 91.169, when is an instrument-rated pilot required to list an alternate airport on an IFR flight plan for a destination airport in the United States?
A.Whenever the weather forecast at the destination indicates a ceiling less than 2,000 feet or visibility less than 3 SM from 1 hour before to 1 hour after ETA.
B.An alternate airport is always required on all IFR flight plans regardless of forecast weather.
C.Only when the destination airport does not have a published standard instrument approach procedure.
D.When weather at the destination is forecast to be below published landing minimums at the estimated time of arrival.
Explanation: Under 14 CFR 91.169 (the 1-2-3 rule), an alternate airport is required unless the forecast weather at the destination airport from 1 hour before to 1 hour after the estimated time of arrival shows a ceiling of at least 2,000 feet above airport elevation and visibility of at least 3 statute miles.
2Under 14 CFR 91.169, what are the standard weather minimums required at a designated alternate airport that has a published precision approach procedure?
A.Ceiling 600 feet and visibility 2 statute miles at the estimated time of arrival.
B.Ceiling 800 feet and visibility 2 statute miles at the estimated time of arrival.
C.Ceiling 1,000 feet and visibility 3 statute miles at the estimated time of arrival.
D.Ceiling 400 feet and visibility 1 statute mile at the estimated time of arrival.
Explanation: Under 14 CFR 91.169, standard alternate airport weather minimums for a precision approach (e.g., ILS, GLS, PAR) are a ceiling of 600 feet and visibility of 2 statute miles at the estimated time of arrival, unless non-standard alternate minimums are specified for that airport.
3Under 14 CFR 91.169, what are the standard weather minimums required at an alternate airport that has only published non-precision approach procedures?
A.Ceiling 800 feet and visibility 2 statute miles at ETA.
B.Ceiling 600 feet and visibility 2 statute miles at ETA.
C.Ceiling 1,000 feet and visibility 2 statute miles at ETA.
D.Ceiling 500 feet and visibility 1 statute mile at ETA.
Explanation: Under 14 CFR 91.169, standard alternate airport weather minimums for a non-precision approach procedure (such as VOR, NDB, LNAV, or RNAV without vertical guidance) are a ceiling of 800 feet and visibility of 2 statute miles.
4Under 14 CFR 91.167, what is the minimum fuel required for an IFR flight in a non-turbine airplane when an alternate airport is required?
A.Enough fuel to fly to the destination, then to the alternate, and thereafter for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed.
B.Enough fuel to fly to the destination, then to the alternate, and thereafter for 30 minutes at normal cruising speed.
C.Enough fuel to fly to the destination, plus 45 minutes reserve fuel at holding speed.
D.Enough fuel to fly to the destination, then to the alternate, plus a 15% reserve of total flight time.
Explanation: 14 CFR 91.167 requires civil aircraft operating under IFR 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.
5A pilot plans an IFR flight in a piston airplane consuming 12 GPH. Flight time to destination is 2.0 hours, and flight time from destination to alternate is 45 minutes (0.75 hours). Under 14 CFR 91.167, what is the minimum total fuel required on board?
A.42.0 gallons
B.33.0 gallons
C.36.0 gallons
D.45.0 gallons
Explanation: Under 14 CFR 91.167, total time required = destination time (2.0 hrs) + alternate time (0.75 hrs) + 45 minutes reserve (0.75 hrs) = 3.5 total hours. Total fuel = 3.5 hrs × 12 GPH = 42.0 gallons.
6An IFR flight plan is filed for an airplane with an average fuel burn of 10.0 GPH. Estimated flight time to destination is 1 hour 30 minutes, and flight time to alternate is 30 minutes. What is the legal minimum fuel load required under 14 CFR 91.167?
A.27.5 gallons
B.20.0 gallons
C.25.0 gallons
D.30.0 gallons
Explanation: Total required duration = destination (1.5 hrs) + alternate (0.5 hrs) + 45-minute reserve (0.75 hrs) = 2.75 hours. Minimum fuel = 2.75 hrs × 10.0 GPH = 27.5 gallons.
7Under 14 CFR 61.57(c), what are the minimum currency requirements to act as pilot-in-command under IFR within the preceding 6 calendar months?
A.6 instrument approaches, holding procedures and tasks, and intercepting and tracking courses through the use of navigation electronic systems.
B.6 instrument approaches and 6 hours of instrument flight time including 3 holding patterns.
C.3 instrument approaches, 3 hours of instrument time, and an instrument flight review.
D.6 instrument approaches in the preceding 90 days, including 3 precision approaches.
Explanation: 14 CFR 61.57(c) requires that within the preceding 6 calendar months, the pilot must have performed and logged in actual or simulated instrument conditions: 6 instrument approaches, holding procedures and tasks, and intercepting and tracking courses (commonly referred to as '6-6-HIT').
8If a pilot allows instrument recency of experience under 14 CFR 61.57(c) to lapse by more than 6 calendar months (a total of 12 calendar months since last current), how must IFR currency be restored?
A.By passing an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) administered by an FAA CFII, examiner, or authorized person.
B.By performing 6 instrument approaches and holdings with a safety pilot in simulated instrument conditions.
C.By completing an FAA Wings program online course and logging 3 precision approaches.
D.By logging 6 hours of instrument flight time with a certified flight instructor.
Explanation: If a pilot does not establish currency during the initial 6-month currency window or during the subsequent 6-month grace period (total 12 calendar months), currency can only be re-established by successfully completing an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) under 14 CFR 61.57(d).
9Under 14 CFR 91.109, what minimum pilot certificate and ratings must a safety pilot hold when accompanying a pilot logging simulated instrument time in VFR conditions?
A.At least a Private Pilot Certificate with appropriate category and class ratings for the aircraft being flown.
B.A Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Rating.
C.A Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) rating.
D.At least a Private Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Rating.
Explanation: 14 CFR 91.109(b) requires the safety pilot to hold at least a Private Pilot Certificate with category and class ratings appropriate to the aircraft being flown. An instrument rating is not required for the safety pilot unless the flight is operated on an IFR flight plan or in IMC.
10Under 14 CFR 91.205(d), which instrument or equipment is specifically required for IFR flight in addition to VFR day and night required equipment?
A.Gyroscopic rate-of-turn indicator and a slip-skid indicator.
B.Global Positioning System (GPS) navigator with current database.
C.Radar altimeter and auto-pilot with altitude hold.
D.Dual VOR receivers and DME equipment.
Explanation: Under 14 CFR 91.205(d) (remembered by GRABCARD), IFR flight requires a gyroscopic rate-of-turn indicator and slip-skid indicator (or turn coordinator), generator/alternator, sensitive altimeter, clock with sweep second hand, attitude indicator, directional gyro, and suitable radio navigation/comm gear.

About the FAA ICP Knowledge Test — Instrument Rating Airplane Canadian Conversion Exam

Prepare for the FAA ICP Instrument Rating Airplane Canadian Conversion exam with 100 realistic practice questions, detailed answer explanations, and FAA-TC...

Questions

40 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$175 (Federal Aviation Administration (FAA))

FAA ICP Knowledge Test — Instrument Rating Airplane Canadian Conversion Exam Content Outline

30%

Federal Aviation Regulations

14 CFR Part 61 and Part 91 operational rules.

25%

Airspace & ATC Procedures

National Airspace System rules, navigation, and communications.

25%

Aircraft Systems & Performance

Aerodynamics, weight & balance, and flight planning calculations.

20%

Aviation Weather & Hazards

Meteorological reports, forecasts, icing, and atmospheric hazards.

How to Pass the FAA ICP Knowledge Test — Instrument Rating Airplane Canadian Conversion Exam

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  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 40 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
  • Exam fee: $175

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FAA ICP Knowledge Test?

The FAA ICP Knowledge Test is the FAA conversion exam for Transport Canada Instrument Rating (Aeroplane) holders converting to an FAA Instrument Rating Airplane under the FAA-TC bilateral agreement.

How many questions are on the official FAA ICP exam and what is the passing score?

The official exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions with a 2-hour (120 minutes) time limit. The passing score is 70% (at least 28 correct answers out of 40).

Where is the exam taken and how much does it cost?

The test is administered on computer at authorized PSI testing centers in the US and Canada. The fee is $175.

What topics are emphasized on the FAA ICP instrument conversion exam?

The test focuses on FAA Part 91 IFR regulations, US ATC procedures, FAA instrument approach charts (TERPS), IFR clearance formats, and US IFR weather minimums.

Does the FAA publish topic weightings for the ICP 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.