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Instrument Rating (IFR)  Instrument Rating (IFR) FAA Written Test Preparation
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Actual and Realistic FAA Questions - Regularly Updated
Our question banks reflect FAA testing questions to help ensure that when you go to take your actual test, there will be a minimum of surprises. We provide the best explanations in the business (by far!) to help you learn the material and get you ready for any unpublished questions or question re-wordings, as the FAA increasingly uses these to discourage rote memorization. Our method works - our users overwhelmingly pass with high scores. We rebuild our question databases often so that you can study with our latest and greatest question banks quickly (our most recent or upcoming scheduled build: Saturday, December 14, 2024).
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Our GroundSchool apps feature an intuitive and polished user experience that allows you to make the most of your study time. Over the course of your study, this save you many hours and much frustration. Each platform version of GroundSchool FAA features numerous study and learning modes so that you can study in a way that works best for you. For example, you can generate an unlimited number of sample practice tests to study from.
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Our GroundSchool FAA apps feature free lifetime updates; built in and at your fingertips. Compare this to books or competing apps, which get out of date from the moment they are printed. Our update system is live connected to our master editorial cloud system - so as soon as a new question appears in our database, you can get it too.
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Except for obvious things such as to initially download or later to update the app, you DO NOT NEED TO BE ONLINE to study using our apps. The entire question database and all reference charts and figures will be on your device. You can study whenever and wherever you are.
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We've been providing FAA theory exam preparation materials since 1997. Since then, hundreds of flight schools and tens of hundreds of thousands of individual pilots have come to use our training materials. It's a proven system that works.
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You pay one price and the app is yours on the platform of your choice forever. There are no further recurring subscription charges whatsoever. With our good-for-life purchase, even after you get your Licenses/Ratings, you can use our app as a brush-up for interviews and currency.

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IFR is hard. The knowledge test doesn't have to be ...

With a minimum of time and cost, YOU can ACE your FAA Instrument Rating (IFR) knowledge (written) test using our GroundSchool app. (Free Trial! Download Below.)

Pursuing an instrument rating is a good idea. It will make you a safer, more capable pilot even if you never fly in actual instrument conditions. Congratulations on your choice of considering the training that, more than any other single differentiator, sets a safe pilot apart.

GroundSchool features ACTUAL FAA QUESTIONS. Answers and Explanations have been written by highly experienced flight instructors and professional pilots. All required charts and figures are included.
By this point, you're familiar with the format of FAA Knowledge tests and probably appreciate the benefit of getting them done sooner rather than later. Our app helps you do this is a no-nonsense fashion.
Remember, you only need a minimum 15 hours dual instruction with a CFI-I to fulfill the requirements for an instrument rating. Yet, many people require 50, 60, or more hours of dual for the rating. While 15 hours is perhaps an unreasonably small number, 60+ is usually a wastefully large number caused by unprepared students trying to do the bookwork in the air. Learn the material first - our app helps you do this. Remember, IFR flying is all about information--why else would all "accelerated" IFR programs ask you to have completed your written tests before showing up on day one? [read more IFR training philosophy]
This app costs about the same books do, but is significantly more time efficient. Sure, DVD/Video sets may look pretty, but most find them inefficient, timewise. Our app works on YOUR pace at significantly lesser cost.
This app can be used to prepare for the Instrument Flight Instructor and Instrument Ground Instructor tests as well as for all initial instrument rating tests (airplane and helicopter).
Don't fear the examiner! A high score on the written test will help you impress the examiner during your checkride (flight test), but doing well on the oral exam portion of your checkride will impress him/her more. Study for your written exam with our GroundSchool app (below), but also prepare for your Oral Exam with our RideReady app. Starting early with RideReady is a plus, since it really goes a long way towards teaching you more complex scenario, judgment, and systems type questions that you will likely experience during your training and oral exam compared to the relatively straightforward written exam questions.
Flight School, College/University, or FBO? Bulk and Lab/Site site licenses are available.
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GroundSchool - IFR will help you prepare for any or all of the following tests:
IRA − Instrument Rating Airplane IGI − Ground Instructor Instrument 
IRH − Instrument Rating Helicopter IFP − Instrument Rating Foreign Pilot 
FII − Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) Airplane ICP − Instrument Rating Canadian Conversion (Airplane) [about] 
AIF − Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) Airplane (added rating) ICH − Instrument Rating Canadian Conversion (Helicopter) [about] 
FIH − Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) Helicopter IEP − Instrument Rating EU Part - FCL Conversion (Airplane) 
HIF − Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) Helicopter (added rating)  

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  • Our FAA Knowledge Test prep apps are updated regularly throughout the year. Updates are free for life!
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GroundSchool - Instrument Rating (IFR)
for Microsoft Windows™ PCs

(includes Airplane, Helicopter, etc. and Instrument Ground Instructor and Instrument Flight Instructor Tests)

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GroundSchool - All FAA Written Test Titles
for Microsoft Windows™ PCs

This single large download includes all of our FAA knowledge test prep titles - Private through FE/ATP + Mechanic [More Info].

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GroundSchool - Instrument Rating (IFR)
for Apple Mac™

(includes Airplane, Helicopter, etc. and Instrument Ground Instructor and Instrument Flight Instructor Tests)

GroundSchool - Instrument Rating (IFR)
for iPhone™ and iPad™

(includes Airplane, Helicopter, etc. and Instrument Ground Instructor and Instrument Flight Instructor Tests)

GroundSchool - Instrument Rating (IFR)
for Android™

(includes Airplane, Helicopter, etc. and Instrument Ground Instructor and Instrument Flight Instructor Tests)

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We believe (and scientific study validates) that the interactive activity of test preparation, when combined with the sort of detailed supplementary and explanatory material that we offer, is an excellent way to thoroughly learn and internalize key aviation information.

We are test prep specialists and the experience of thousands upon thousands of pilots proves that our method works. We do not use test prep as a "hook", as some of our advertising-based competitors do, to sell you expensive but ineffective passive video-based courses and similar products that do little besides waste your time and drain your wallet.

Use our material and study hard - not just the questions and answers, but the reasoning and explanations too, and be on your way, in a highly time and cost efficient way, to knowledge test and aviation success!


IFR
The best way to prepare for your FAA written test is to download the GroundSchool app from above. Topics covered in the FAA Instrument Rating test bank include:

Connect With your Instructor or School

This app has a really cool feature. After you complete a study session, you can, choose to report your progress to our TestPrepStatus.com system where you will be able to see charts of your study progress so that you can identity your weak points.

The really cool thing, however, is that you can also invite your instructor (CFI, flight school, mechanic school, mentor, parent, study partner, etc) to log in and monitor your progress. This is neat because now you can prove to your instructor in a concrete way now your study is progressing.

Access to the TestPrepStatus.com system is completely free for you and your instructor! Only GroundSchool has this innovative system.


 

is ....

GroundSchool is designed to help you learn the material and score highly on your test in the most efficient manner possible. Our app represents years of listening to and understanding the needs of pilots and mechanics. The program is designed with the singular goal of helping you learn the material so you can pass your FAA written test with a minimum of time and effort. Sure, there are some study methods that are cheaper (and many far more expensive!)... but only if your time is worth nothing. Our app is fast, efficient, and proven.

Here are a few screenshots from the app:

With our FAA Written Test Prep app, you don't have to worry about having an out of date version. Our authors work to update the data as FAA question pools change. Groundschool has a built-in self-update feature that connects to our servers and makes sure that you have the latest and greatest versions of the app and data soon after they becomes available.

Additionally, the self-update can be used to install new test data (such as Instrument Rating on top of Private Pilot) so you can have it when and where you need it.

"I Passed the IFR (Airplane) and Flight Instructor Instruments tests in the same afternoon after using your apps! I think your apps are very good. There was a guy next to me at the CATS testing center that failed after using She**** A**. ... I think the intuitiveness of your apps is superb. ... Thanks for the help, I'll be using this for my commercial as well! "
- JT - GroundSchool User.

"I wanted to express my gratitude for the FAA Ground School Test Prep app. The features are outstanding with regard to knowledge reinforcement, cross referencing, concentrating on weak points, and ease of use. Even if you have one of the other home study courses you still need this program."
- DM - GroundSchool User.

"I took my test yesterday, and scored 97%. I hd K***'s DVD set and an A** book too. None of them hit the mark in terms of meeting my needs as much as your app did. I was able to load the app on my work laptop, and take practice tests everywhere: in airports, in-flight (in scheduled airlines), long meetings. It really helped that I could save my tests, and could review the questions I got wrong later. Being able to search for questions ... was very valuable in keeping me efficient and focused. You should all be proud of having created something so useful, so well thought out! "
- DM - GroundSchool User.

For Individual Customers:

A "test bank" contains one or more tests. For example, the "Private and Recreational Pilot" test bank will contain the Private Pilot Airplane, Private Pilot Helicopter, and other tests. You'll be able to see the exact tests in each of the test banks in the screens to follow. Here are the available GroundSchool test banks:

Private and Recreational Pilot Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Aviation Mechanic (General)
Instrument Rating (IFR) Flight Engineer Aviation Mechanic (Airframe)
Commercial Pilot Sport Pilot (General) Aviation Mechanic (Powerplant)
Flight and Ground Instructor Sport Pilot (Instructor & Examiner) Parachute Rigger
Remote Drone (sUAS) Pilot
iPhone
& iPad
Android
Phones & Tablets
Mac MP3 Audio Windows
PC
Any Individual Test Bank
  Unlimited use of the program to help you prepare for for tests in any one of the above pilot, A&P, or drone test banks.  
$59.99 / $54.99
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for Windows PC
'Pick 3' Bundle
 

Unlock any three pilot or mechanic test banks. You can choose ANY combination of 3 of the test banks shown above, including:
   IFR/Commercial/CFI
Mechanic General/Airframe/Powerplant
CFI/FE/ATP
etc.

$149.99
buy now
for Windows PC
'Pick 2' Bundle
 

Unlock any two test banks. You can choose ANY combination of 2 of the test banks shown above, including:
   IFR/Commercial
CFI/FE
etc.

$104.99
buy now
for Windows PC
Sport Pilot
Sport Pilot Instructor and Examiner
FOI
Sport Pilot Bundle
 

For those looking to really make the most of the world of light sport piloting! Includes the following two test banks + FOI:
   Sport Pilot
Sport Pilot Instructor and Examiner
Fundamentals of Instruction

$99.99
buy now
for Windows PC
Private Pilot and Recreational Pilot
Instrument Rating (IFR)
Commercial Pilot
Flight and Ground Instructor
Fundamentals of Instruction
Takeoff Bundle
 

For the serious and committed pilot! Includes all of the following test banks:
   Private and Recreational Pilot
Instrument Rating (including Instrument Flight Instructor - CFII)
Commercial Pilot
Flight Instructor (including Ground Instructor and Fundamentals of Instruction)

$169.99
buy now
for Windows PC
Private Pilot and Recreational Pilot
Instrument Rating (IFR)
Commercial Pilot
Flight and Ground Instructor
Fundamentals of Instruction
Sport Pilot
Sport Pilot Instructor and Examiner
Takeoff Bundle + Sport Pilot Bundle
 

For the serious and committed pilot who may also want to operate in the Light Sport Pilot realm. Includes all of the following test banks:
   Private and Recreational Pilot
Instrument Rating (including Instrument Flight Instructor - CFII)
Commercial Pilot
Flight Instructor (including Ground Instructor and Fundamentals of Instruction)
Sport Pilot
Sport Pilot Instructor and Examiner

$209.99
buy now
for Windows PC
Airline Transport Pilot
Flight Engineer
FlightLevel Bundle
 

For already experienced, but soon to be professional pilots! Includes the following two test banks:
   Flight Engineer (Reciprocating, Turbojet, and Turboprop)
Airline Transport Pilot (Parts 121 and 135, both add-on and initial), plus Aircraft Dispatcher

$64.99
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for Windows PC
Private Pilot and Recreational Pilot
Instrument Rating (IFR)
Commercial Pilot
Flight and Ground Instructor
Fundamentals of Instruction
Airline Transport Pilot
Flight Engineer
Pro Pilot Bundle
  For the Professional Pilot of the future! One of our best Value FAA written test prep packages. This is for those really focused on a career in aviation. This package includes both the Takeoff and FlightLevel Bundles combined.
$189.99
buy now
for Windows PC
Private Pilot and Recreational Pilot
Instrument Rating (IFR)
Commercial Pilot
Flight and Ground Instructor
Fundamentals of Instruction
Sport Pilot
Sport Pilot Instructor and Examiner
Airline Transport Pilot
Flight Engineer
Pro Pilot Bundle + Sport Pilot Bundle
  For the Professional Pilot of the future who also wants to operate in the dynamic Sport Pilot world! Our Best Value FAA written test prep package. This is for those really focused on a career in aviation but who also love it enough and want the 'future proofing' security of also getting a Sport Pilot license(s). This package everything from the Takeoff, Sport Pilot, and FlightLevel Bundles combined.
$219.99
buy now
for Windows PC
A&P General
A&P Airframe
A&P Powerplant
Aviation Mechanic A&P Bundle
 

Complete preparation for the three written / knowledge tests (General, Airframe, and Powerplant) that you'll need to take and pass to get get an FAA A&P certificate. Includes access to all three A&P test banks. Please note: choosing this is the same as choosing a "pick 3" bundle above and then selecting the mechanic tests from there.

$149.99
buy now
for Windows PC
Remote Drone (UAS) Pilot
  Unlimited use of the app to prepare for your drone remote pilot in command initial and/or recurrent tests  
$59.99 / $54.99
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for Windows PC
Military Competence (only)
  This is for purchasing the Military Competence test banks (Military Competence Airplane and Helicopter - MCA and MCH and/or Military Competence Instructor (MCI)) only. Purchase this option if you are a military pilot wishing to obtain your FAA civilian commercial pilot and/or flight instructor certificate(s) on the basis of your military experience. See the Military Competence page for full details.
$34.99
buy now
for Windows PC
Fundamentals of Instruction
Fundamentals of Instruction (only)
  This is for purchasing the prep for the Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI) test only. This is for people who are sure that they need ONLY the FOI prep. Most flight and ground instructor candidates should NOT get this, but rather the complete CFI test bank that includes all the flight/ground instructor tests plus the FOI. To be clear: any purchase that includes CFI automatically includes FOI at no extra charge, so that if you selected CFI as a title either as a 'single test bank' or part of the pick 3 bundle, you'd get both CFI and FOI and it would only count as one test bank. This "FOI only" option here is at a lower price for those who know that they will only ever need FOI.
$42.99
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for Windows PC
 


 

"I took my written and was determined to be happy if I received a high-80's to low 90's. When I saw my final score, I was upset. I scored a 98 and was naturally upset that I missed that one question. (note: the previous statement that he was upset was sarcasm, of course!) The FAA Check Airman was impressed, though, so that's good!! Took the checkride yesterday, and passed with flying colors. So I am now officially in the "Instrument Rated" club!!" - SF (IFR)

"I registered your app to study for my FAA Instrument Written Test. I knew I would do well, but was pleasantly surprised when I scored 97%! Thanks for the great study tool, I know it helped tremendously." - RM (IFR)

"Overall, this is an excellent product and is a pleasure to use" - Review by FlightSim.com

"... your advice of getting the [IFR] written out of the way early was good. [Using the GroundSchool app] I scored 100% on the written and passed my checkride with only 26.3 hours dual [with a CFII]." - AM (IFR)

"I love your program. It's a very effective way to study... Passing my knowledge test for my Private was a breeze after using your app. So easy that I didn't even hesitate before buying your Instrument-series questions after starting work on that rating. And I like the fact that I can download updates as the questions and our best estimate of the answers evolve." - JE (Private/IFR)

"I found [FAATest.com GroundSchool] app to be much more time effective for actually preparing for the test than [competitor's] DVD set. The DVDs had colorful animations, but of mostly simple things. With your app, I was able to really go through the material quickly and efficiently. " - SS (Private / IFR)

"I am very satisfied with the results (and cost) of your product." - JP (Private / IFR / Comm)

"Superb app! The explanations make it very useful" - JG (IFR)

"I've been pleased with the app. It's easy to use and has all the study options you could need. I work with a lot of pilots and I'll be recommending your app to anyone who asks" - PC (IFR)

"Hey Guys, I just wanted to let you know that I took my Flight Instructor Instrument (FII) written today and got a 96%. I am a 95' Embry Riddle Grad and got my single multi engine Private Instrument back in the early 90's and decided to complete my CFI, CFII and MEI ratings. Your app really helped me break some of the rust off and get back in the pilot seat as far as the knowledge tests. Money well spent!!" - Sincerely, CM, CEO ***** Aeronautics, Inc.

"I have been telling the students that come to me for instrument training that the written must be completed before we start training, and I always suggest your stuff." - Bill Zaleski, gold seal flight instructor with 10,000+ hours and holder of four ATP and three commercial ratings. Formerly of Professional Instrument Courses, inc. (11 years), Bill now takes on students for individualized concentrated IFR training. See instrumentratings.com for more details.

"let me quickly review all the small things I had forgotten since my initial instrument rating... 100% ... the checkride was a breeze " - VZ (Instrument Flight Instructor Airplane)

The feedback keeps rolling in. Our users routinely score very highly on their knowledge tests. We invite you to be next. It's hard to say for sure, but we're confident within reasonable doubt that we have helped "hundreds get hundreds" with our app by this point.

  Actual and realistic FAA questions. 100% Compatible with FAA Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
  Detailed explanations for every question. The best in the business by a long way. Often illustrated.
  All reference charts and figures are included right in the app for quick access and study.
  A polished User Experience optimized to help you learn quickly and efficiently.
  Questions Filtered by Specific Test so that you study only exactly that which applies to your specific test.
  Customizable study and learning modes in=cluding the ability to take aninfinite number of simulated/practice tests!
  flaggable and searchable questions, an integrated aviation glossary, built-in quick updates, and much more!

FAA Instrument Rating Airplane (IRA) Knowledge Test Score Results
12/14/2024
Instrument Rating Airplane (IRA)
12/31/2026

Thanks for checking out the app! Good luck on your test, and blue skies!

The FAATest.com Team

 

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