Sat, Dec 11, 2004
Candidates are the ones FAA considers the most promising, next
step is to take test
Seventy Sport Pilot
Examiner (SPE) and Sport Pilot Instructor Examiner (SPIE)
candidates were recently notified that they have been selected by
the Light-Sport Standardization Selection Board to take the
Examiner test, thus moving past the first hurdle in the Sport Pilot
process.
Out of 107 applications received, these 70 individuals showed
FAA to be the most promising. The next step for them is to take the
Knowledge test. This new FAA exam must be completed by the
candidate by December 17, and is offered by FAA-approved
computerized testing facilities nationwide.
However, due to the lack of adequate Sport Pilot specific study
materials available to the candidates, many organizations and
individuals including USUA, are recommending that the date be
pushed back, allowing adequate time for preparation. If the FAA
decides to not provide this appropriate extension, USUA recommends
that the Examiner candidates acquire standard GA study materials,
such as the "Flight/Ground Instructor FAA Knowledge Test" guide by
Gleim publications, available at most FBOs.
In conjunction with the
bank of Sport Pilot Instructor knowledge test questions, and the
Sport Pilot Examiner's Handbook that have been posted on the FAA
AFS-610 website, this material should allow
the candidate to prepare for this test.
After the testing is complete and all results are received, the
Light-Sport Standardization Selection Board will select eight
individuals to attend the SPE and SFIE training seminar,
tentatively scheduled for January 17, 2005.
From all reports, USUA affiliated applicants fared very well in
the selection process. USUA is proud of these individuals, and
wishes them the best of luck as they proceed through the
process.
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