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Key Facts: FAA PEP Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Airplane EU Part – FCL Conversion Exam

PEP

Test Code

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

40 Questions

Official Question Count

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

2 Hours (120 Min)

Time Limit

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

70%

Passing Score

FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix

Prepare for the FAA PEP Private Pilot Airplane EU Part-FCL Conversion Knowledge Test with 100 practice questions covering FAA Part 61/91 regulations, US National Airspace System, VFR weather minimums, METAR/TAF weather products, density altitude calculations, and cross-country flight planning. Test consists of 40 questions with a 2-hour limit and 70% passing threshold.

Sample FAA PEP Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Airplane EU Part – FCL Conversion Practice Questions

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1Under 14 CFR § 61.56, what is required for a pilot holding an FAA Private Pilot Certificate to act as pilot in command of an aircraft?
A.Satisfactory completion of a flight review within the preceding 24 calendar months
B.Satisfactory completion of a flight review within the preceding 12 calendar months
C.Logging at least 10 hours of solo flight time in the preceding 6 calendar months
D.Passing an annual online FAA aviation regulations proficiency exam
Explanation: 14 CFR § 61.56 specifies that no person may act as pilot in command of an aircraft unless, within the preceding 24 calendar months, that person has accomplished a flight review given in an aircraft for which that pilot is rated by an authorized instructor and received a logbook endorsement.
2To act as pilot in command carrying passengers in a single-engine airplane during daylight hours, what flight currency requirement must be met under 14 CFR § 61.57?
A.Made 3 takeoffs and landings within the preceding 90 days in an aircraft of the same category, class, and type (if a type rating is required)
B.Logged at least 6 hours of instrument flight time within the preceding 6 calendar months
C.Completed 3 full-stop landings at night within the preceding 90 days
D.Made 5 takeoffs and landings within the preceding 30 days
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 61.57(a), to carry passengers, a pilot must have made at least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings within the preceding 90 days as the sole manipulator of the flight controls in an aircraft of the same category, class, and type (if required). For daytime operations, touch-and-go landings are permissible in a tricycle gear airplane.
3What is the night takeoff and landing currency requirement under 14 CFR § 61.57 for carrying passengers at night?
A.3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop between 1 hour after sunset and 1 hour before sunrise within the preceding 90 days
B.3 touch-and-go landings between official sunset and official sunrise within the preceding 60 days
C.5 full-stop landings during evening twilight within the preceding 90 days
D.3 instrument approaches and 3 landings in night VMC within the preceding 6 calendar months
Explanation: 14 CFR § 61.57(b) mandates that to carry passengers during the period beginning 1 hour after sunset and ending 1 hour before sunrise, the PIC must have made at least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop during that specific period within the preceding 90 days in the same category, class, and type.
4Which medical certificate is required for a pilot exercising the privileges of an FAA Private Pilot Certificate (without using BasicMed)?
A.At least a Third-Class Medical Certificate
B.A First-Class Medical Certificate exclusively
C.A Second-Class Medical Certificate exclusively
D.A State Motor Vehicle Driver's License without any medical certification
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 61.23(a)(3), a pilot exercising private pilot privileges must hold at least a Third-Class Medical Certificate (unless operating under BasicMed rules). Higher-class medical certificates (First or Second Class) also satisfy this requirement.
5For a pilot who has not reached their 40th birthday on the date of examination, what is the duration of a Third-Class Medical Certificate?
A.60 calendar months
B.24 calendar months
C.12 calendar months
D.36 calendar months
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 61.23(d), for a pilot under age 40, a Third-Class Medical Certificate expires at the end of the 60th calendar month after the month of the date of examination shown on the certificate.
6What is the maximum duration of a Third-Class Medical Certificate for a pilot who was 42 years old on the date of the medical examination?
A.24 calendar months
B.60 calendar months
C.12 calendar months
D.36 calendar months
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 61.23(d), if the pilot was age 40 or older on the date of examination, a Third-Class Medical Certificate expires at the end of the 24th calendar month after the month of the date of examination.
7Under 14 CFR § 61.113, a private pilot may not act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers or property for compensation or hire. Which of the following exceptions is allowed?
A.A private pilot may share operating expenses with passengers on a pro-rata basis, limited to fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees
B.A private pilot may charge passengers full charter rates provided the flight is for charitable purposes without FAA approval
C.A private pilot may fly for hire if the total flight distance is less than 25 nautical miles from the departure airport
D.A private pilot may receive salary for flying if operating under VFR weather conditions
Explanation: 14 CFR § 61.113(c) allows a private pilot to share operating expenses directly related to a flight with passengers, provided the pilot pays at least a pro-rata (proportional) share of fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees.
8According to 14 CFR § 91.3, who is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of an aircraft?
A.The Pilot in Command (PIC)
B.The Air Traffic Controller (ATC) on duty
C.The FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) Inspector
D.The aircraft owner or registered operator
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.3(a) explicitly states that the Pilot in Command (PIC) of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft.
9What is the FAA regulation regarding the consumption of alcohol before acting as a crewmember on a civil aircraft under 14 CFR § 91.17?
A.Within 8 hours after the consumption of any alcoholic beverage, or while having 0.04 percent or more by weight of alcohol in the blood
B.Within 12 hours after the consumption of any alcoholic beverage, or while having 0.08 percent or more alcohol in the blood
C.Within 24 hours after consuming alcohol, regardless of blood alcohol concentration
D.Within 4 hours after consuming alcohol, provided blood alcohol concentration is under 0.05 percent
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.17(a) prohibits any person from acting or attempting to act as a crewmember within 8 hours after consuming any alcoholic beverage, while under the influence of alcohol, or while having 0.04 percent or more alcohol in the blood.
10Under 14 CFR § 91.207, Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) must be inspected within what timeframe?
A.Within 12 calendar months after the last inspection
B.Within 24 calendar months during the aircraft annual inspection
C.Within 100 hours of time in service
D.Within 6 calendar months after battery replacement
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.207(d) requires that no person may operate a civil aircraft unless the installed emergency locator transmitter has been inspected within 12 calendar months after the last inspection for proper installation, battery corrosion, operation of controls and crash sensor, and signal presence.

About the FAA PEP Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Airplane EU Part – FCL Conversion Exam

The FAA PEP Knowledge Test is designed for holders of a valid EASA Part-FCL Private Pilot Licence (PPL(A)) converting to an FAA Private Pilot Certificate with an Airplane Category Rating under the FAA-EASA Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL). It focuses on key differences in FAA regulations (14 CFR Parts 61 and 91), US National Airspace System classification and cloud clearance minimums, US aviation weather products, density altitude, weight and balance, and FAA cross-country navigation.

Assessment

40 multiple-choice questions administered via computer at PSI testing centers covering FAA regulations, US airspace, weather services, performance calculations, and cross-country navigation.

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

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

FAA PEP Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Airplane EU Part – FCL Conversion Exam Content Outline

30%

FAA Regulations (14 CFR Part 61, 91 & NTSB 830)

Private pilot privileges and limitations, flight review, medical certificates/BasicMed, passenger recency, alcohol/drug restrictions, fuel reserves, and ELT requirements.

25%

US Airspace System & AIM ATC Procedures

Class A, B, C, D, E, and G airspace rules, cloud clearance and visibility minimums, Special VFR, ATC phraseology differences, light gun signals, and Special Use Airspace.

25%

Aviation Weather Services & Hazards

METAR and TAF coding conventions, AIRMET/SIGMET/Convective SIGMET advisories, weather depiction charts, atmospheric stability, density altitude effects, and severe weather hazards.

20%

Navigation, Aerodynamics & Flight Performance

Sectional chart reading, VOR navigation, wind correction angles, weight & balance CG calculations, takeoff/landing performance, stall dynamics, and wake turbulence avoidance.

How to Pass the FAA PEP Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Airplane EU Part – FCL Conversion Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Assessment: 40 multiple-choice questions administered via computer at PSI testing centers covering FAA regulations, US airspace, weather services, performance calculations, and cross-country navigation.
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 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 PEP Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Airplane EU Part – FCL Conversion Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize US Airspace visibility and cloud clearance minimums for Class B, C, D, E, and G airspace under VFR day and night.
2Understand the key differences between EASA rules and FAA 14 CFR Part 91 rules regarding VFR fuel reserves (30 min day / 45 min night), altimeter settings in inHg, and alcohol limits (0.04% BAC, 8 hours).
3Practice real numerical calculations for density altitude, pressure altitude, crosswind/headwind components, and weight & balance moment/CG shifts.
4Learn FAA weather advisories including AIRMET Sierra, Tango, Zulu, SIGMETs, and Convective SIGMETs.
5Review ATC radio terminology differences, such as 'Line up and wait', CTAF self-announcement, and tower light gun signals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FAA PEP Knowledge Test?

The FAA PEP Knowledge Test is the official conversion exam for holders of an EASA Part-FCL PPL(A) seeking to convert their European private pilot license to an FAA Private Pilot Certificate (Airplane) under the FAA-EASA TIP-L bilateral agreement.

How many questions are on the official FAA PEP 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. The exam fee is $175.

What are the major rule differences tested between EASA and FAA rules?

The exam focuses on FAA 14 CFR Part 61/91 rules, US airspace classification (Class B clear of clouds, Mode C Veil, Class E 10,000 MSL rules), US weather product formats (altimeter in inches of Hg, METAR/TAF knots/statute miles), BasicMed rules, and US ATC terminology differences.