The PAR test is administered on a computer at a PSI testing center and requires an instructor endorsement to sit for it. Your result comes on an Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR), which lists the ACS codes for any areas you missed — your examiner will review these during your checkride, which is why aiming well above 70% pays off later.
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The Private Pilot Airplane (PAR) knowledge test consists of 60 multiple-choice questions. You need to answer at least 42 correctly to reach the 70% passing score.
The minimum passing score is 70%, the same as every FAA knowledge test. That said, it's worth aiming higher — your examiner reviews the areas you missed during the oral portion of your checkride, so a stronger score generally means a smoother checkride.
The FAA allots 120 minutes (2 hours) for the Private Pilot Airplane (PAR) test. The exam is taken on a computer at a PSI testing center.
A passing knowledge test result is valid for 24 calendar months. You must complete your practical test (checkride) within that window, or you'll need to retake the knowledge test.
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