Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft Helicopter Rating ACS-16 (Softcover)

The official FAA certification guide for commercial helicopter pilots. This ACS-16 publication outlines the complete standards applicants must meet to earn their commercial rotorcraft–helicopter certificate. It replaces the older Practical Test Standards (PTS 8081-16B) and is required reading for pilots, instructors, and examiners.

Key Features:

• 📕 Updated FAA ACS: Supersedes PTS 8081-16B with modern standards and streamlined formatting.
• 🎓 Aligned with Knowledge Exam: Incorporates ACS codes to tie directly into FAA written test topics.
• 🧠 Full Coverage: Includes all required aeronautical knowledge, risk management practices, and flight proficiency tasks.
• 📑 Checkride Ready: Defines exactly what students must know, do, and consider during the practical test.
• 📘 Includes Companion Guide: Features FAA-G-ACS-2 for guidance on interpreting and applying the ACS.
• 🚁 Helicopter Focused: Tailored specifically to the Rotorcraft Category – Helicopter Class certification path.

Students and instructors alike rely on this official FAA publication to understand expectations, prepare for the FAA Knowledge Exam, and succeed during the checkride. Keep your training aligned with current regulatory requirements using the ACS-16.

ASA Code: ACS-16 • ISBN: 978-1-64425-404-2 • Format: Softcover • FAA Release

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