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What to study for FAA Instrument (IRA) written!❓Score in the 90's 🤓Study prep for less than $100 ✈️📖

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Summary: How to Study for FAA Instrument (IRA) Written Exam

  • Exam Details:
  • IRA test has 60 questions and a two-and-a-half-hour time limit.
  • CF-II (FII) test has 50 questions, also with a two-and-a-half-hour time limit.

  • Study Tools Used:

  • Shepard Air: $45 for the instrument rating, $10 add-on for CF-II. Contains practice questions but explanations are limited.
  • ASA Instrument Rating Test Prep Book: $35 (cheaper option) – offers content explanation and practice questions.

  • Study Methodology:

  • Systematically studied using Shepard Air and ASA prep book daily.
  • Prioritized learning over memorization, focusing on understanding concepts.

  • Additional Resources:

  • Examforpilots.org: Free access to thousands of practice questions (1200+).
  • FAA Sample Questions: Two-page document with sample test questions from the FAA.

  • Organization and Preparation:

  • Created a daily study plan, divided into Shepard Air categories and ASA book chapters.
  • Utilized an exam memorization sheet for holding patterns during testing center visit.

  • Score and Timing:

  • Scored in the 90s on both tests, studied for about two-and-a-half weeks.
  • Took the tests approximately a couple of weeks after starting study plan.

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