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Key Facts: FAA PFB Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Foreign Conversion via BASA Exam

PFB

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 PFB Private Pilot Foreign Conversion Knowledge Test with 100 practice questions covering FAA Part 61/91 regulations, US National Airspace System, VFR weather minimums, aerodynamics, weight & balance, and navigation. Test consists of 40 questions with a 2-hour time limit and 70% passing score.

Sample FAA PFB Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Foreign Conversion via BASA Practice Questions

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1Under 14 CFR § 61.71, what private pilot certificate privileges are granted to an applicant converting a foreign pilot licence under a Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA)?
A.Standard FAA Private Pilot privileges with category and class ratings corresponding to the foreign licence
B.Special purpose private pilot privileges valid only while operating foreign-registered aircraft in US airspace
C.Student pilot privileges requiring flight instructor supervision for all solo cross-country flights
D.Commercial pilot privileges provided the pilot passes a flight review in a multi-engine aircraft
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 61.71 and the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL), an applicant who holds a valid foreign pilot licence from an IPL-partner country and passes the FAA conversion knowledge test receives a standard FAA Private Pilot Certificate with ratings corresponding to their foreign licence.
2Under 14 CFR § 61.23, what is the duration of a Third-Class Medical Certificate for a pilot who has not reached their 40th birthday on the date of the examination?
A.24 calendar months
B.60 calendar months
C.12 calendar months
D.36 calendar months
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 61.23(d), for operations requiring a Private Pilot Certificate, a Third-Class Medical Certificate expires at the end of the 60th calendar month after the month of the examination date for pilots under age 40.
3To act as pilot-in-command of an aircraft carrying passengers, how often must a private pilot complete a flight review under 14 CFR § 61.56?
A.Every 12 calendar months
B.Every 36 calendar months
C.Every 24 calendar months
D.Every 6 calendar months
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 61.56(c), 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 by an authorized instructor and received a logbook endorsement.
4Under 14 CFR § 61.57, what recency of experience is required to act as pilot-in-command of an aircraft carrying passengers during daytime hours?
A.3 takeoffs and landings to a full stop within the preceding 60 days in any aircraft
B.5 takeoffs and landings within the preceding 90 days in an aircraft of the same category
C.3 takeoffs and landings within the preceding 30 days in an aircraft of the same make and model
D.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)
Explanation: 14 CFR § 61.57(a) requires that to act as pilot-in-command carrying passengers, a pilot must have performed at least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings within the preceding 90 days in an aircraft of the same category, class, and type (if required). Landings do not need to be to a full stop for day recency in tailwheel/tricycle airplanes unless it is a tailwheel aircraft.
5According to 14 CFR § 91.17, no person may act or attempt to act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft within how many hours after the consumption of any alcoholic beverage?
A.8 hours
B.12 hours
C.24 hours
D.4 hours
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.17(a)(1) prohibits any person from acting or attempting to act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft within 8 hours after the consumption of any alcoholic beverage, or while having an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater.
6Under 14 CFR § 91.151, what is the minimum fuel reserve required for a VFR flight in an airplane during daylight hours?
A.Enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and thereafter for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed
B.Enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and thereafter for 30 minutes at normal cruising speed
C.Enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and thereafter for 60 minutes at holding speed
D.Enough fuel to fly to the alternate airport plus 30 minutes reserve
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.151(a)(1) states that no person may begin a flight in an airplane under VFR during day conditions unless there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly thereafter for at least 30 minutes.
7Under 14 CFR § 91.151, what is the minimum fuel reserve required for an airplane operating under VFR at night?
A.30 minutes at normal cruising speed
B.60 minutes at normal cruising speed
C.45 minutes at normal cruising speed
D.20 minutes at maximum endurance speed
Explanation: Under 14 CFR § 91.151(a)(2), an airplane operating under VFR at night must carry enough fuel to fly to the destination and thereafter for at least 45 minutes at normal cruising speed.
8According to 14 CFR § 91.113 right-of-way rules, which aircraft has the right-of-way over all other air traffic?
A.A commercial airliner on final approach
B.A glider or balloon operating in uncontrolled airspace
C.An air ambulance helicopter under ATC emergency priority
D.An aircraft in distress
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.113(c) explicitly states: 'An aircraft in distress has the right-of-way over all other air traffic.'
9Under 14 CFR § 91.117, what is the maximum indicated airspeed permitted for an aircraft operating below 10,000 feet MSL in US airspace?
A.250 knots
B.200 knots
C.230 knots
D.180 knots
Explanation: 14 CFR § 91.117(a) specifies that unless otherwise authorized by ATC, no person may operate an aircraft below 10,000 feet MSL at an indicated airspeed of more than 250 knots.
10What are the vertical boundaries of Class A airspace in the contiguous United States?
A.14,500 feet MSL up to 60,000 feet MSL
B.18,000 feet MSL up to and including FL 600 (flight level 600)
C.12,000 feet AGL up to 45,000 feet MSL
D.10,000 feet MSL up to FL 450
Explanation: Class A airspace is defined in 14 CFR § 71.33 as the airspace from 18,000 feet MSL up to and including FL 600 (60,000 feet pressure altitude) over the 48 contiguous states and Alaska.

About the FAA PFB Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Foreign Conversion via BASA Exam

The FAA PFB Knowledge Test is designed for holders of a foreign ICAO Private Pilot Licence converting to an FAA Private Pilot Certificate (Airplane Rating) under a Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) pursuant to 14 CFR § 61.71. It focuses on FAA 14 CFR Part 61 and Part 91 regulations, US National Airspace System (NAS), cloud clearances, VFR visibility minimums, navigation and sectional chart usage, density altitude, weight and balance calculations, and ATC communication procedures.

Assessment

40 multiple-choice questions administered via computer at PSI testing centers covering FAA regulations, US airspace, sectional charts, flight operations, and aircraft performance.

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

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

FAA PFB Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Foreign Conversion via BASA Exam Content Outline

25%

FAA Regulations (14 CFR Part 61 & 91)

Private pilot certificate privileges and limitations, flight reviews, medical certification, logbook endorsements, alcohol/drug rules, document requirements, and § 61.71 BASA conversion regulations.

25%

US Airspace System & Sectional Navigation

Classes A, B, C, D, E, G airspace rules, cloud clearance and visibility requirements, Special VFR, Special Use Airspace, VFR cruising altitudes, Sectional Chart symbols, and magnetic variation.

15%

Aerodynamics & Principles of Flight

Four forces of flight, angle of attack, stall awareness, load factors, ground effect, stability, and wake turbulence avoidance.

18%

Aviation Weather & Services

METAR/TAF reports, PIREPs, weather charts, atmospheric stability, density altitude calculations, altimetry, icing, and thunderstorm hazards.

17%

Flight Operations & Aircraft Performance

Weight & balance center of gravity calculations, fuel requirements, groundspeed/crosswind calculations, ATC radio procedures, transponder/ADS-B rules, and emergency procedures.

How to Pass the FAA PFB Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Foreign Conversion via BASA 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, sectional charts, flight operations, and aircraft performance.
  • 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 PFB Knowledge Test — Private Pilot Foreign Conversion via BASA Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize US Airspace cloud clearances and visibility minimums for Class B, C, D, E, and G airspace (e.g. 3-152, 5-111, 3-111).
2Understand 14 CFR § 61.71 BASA conversion rules and requirements for pilot logbooks, flight reviews (§ 61.56), and medical certification (§ 61.23).
3Practice exact numerical calculations for density altitude, pressure altitude, crosswind components, fuel consumption, and weight & balance moment/CG shifts.
4Review Part 91 VFR day and night fuel reserve requirements (30 min day, 45 min night) and VFR cruising altitudes above 3,000 ft AGL.
5Study FAA METAR and TAF coding conventions, including weather contractions, wind speed/direction, visibility, and ceiling definitions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FAA PFB Knowledge Test?

The FAA PFB Knowledge Test is the FAA conversion knowledge test for holders of a foreign ICAO Private Pilot Licence converting to an FAA Private Pilot Certificate (Airplane Rating) under a Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) pursuant to 14 CFR § 61.71.

How many questions are on the official FAA PFB 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 fee is $175.

What key topics are emphasized on the PFB conversion exam?

The exam emphasizes FAA 14 CFR Part 61/91 regulations, US National Airspace System airspace classes and weather minimums, Sectional Chart navigation, density altitude and weight & balance calculations, METAR/TAF weather reports, and FAA ATC procedures.