Birmingham Flight Center
FAA Knowledge Test
At Birmingham Flight Center, we strive to help our students in every way possible, and we can be a one stop shop for all you needs! That includes the FAA knowledge tests for your pilot licenses AND your Drone certifications (UAS).
What does it take?
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Each test varies in its specific requirements, but generally you'll need
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1) an endorsement from an instructor and
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2) a Gov't issued ID to verify mailing address
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For specific requirements pertaining to your test, see the matrix below:
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https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/media/testing_matrix.pdf
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How do I get ready?
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Prep: We recommend either a home study course or working with an instructor 1 on 1 for dedicated tutoring to get ready for any written knowledge test.
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Schedule: Check with BFC for dates of availability to take your exam. An instructor can readily help with this step. Then, go to https://faa.psiexams.com/faa/login and pick the date and time that worked for you and the test proctors.
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Take the test: Get that high score! results over 70% are passing, and if you need to retest for a higher score you need to wait 30 days and bring the original score report with you.
What does it cost?
The average cost is around $150 per test attempt, but for the most up to date pricing see the list after creating your account on PSI's website. https://faa.psiexams.com/faa/login
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