{"product_id":"checkride-insights-annotated-acs-instrument-pilot","title":"Checkride Insights - Annotated ACS (Instrument Pilot)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ciframe frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1198106862?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ch2\u003e What Instructors, Check Airmen, and Examiners wish applicants knew to ace the FAA Practical Exam \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e This manual is available on Sporty's Pilot Training platform, so you can read the digital version online or on your tablet—alongside all your Sporty's courses. Powerful reading tools are included, like highlighting, search, and bookmarks. Or download the PDF for easy reading on all your devices, with or without an internet connection. You might even leave the 8.5” x 11” spiral-bound book in your flight bag!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ch1\u003e Both formats for one price \u003c\/h1\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Instructors, Check Airmen, and Examiners wish applicants know to ace the FAA Practical Exam\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoth formats for one price\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_instrument_PrintedManual-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"checkride insights printed manual\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_instrument__PDF_Format-600x600_1.jpg\" alt=\"checkride insights pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Features \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbutton type=\"button\" :disabled=\"!canScrollLeft\" :class=\"canScrollLeft ? 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'text-gray-900 opacity-100 cursor-pointer' : 'text-gray-400 opacity-40 cursor-default'\" aria-label=\"Scroll features right\"\u003e › \u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_Icon1-98x98.png\" alt=\"Simple “annotated ACS” format\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Simple “annotated ACS” format \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_Icon2-98x98.png\" alt=\"Downloadable PDF\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Includes downloadable PDF and digital access in Sporty's Pilot Training app \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_Icon3-98x98.png\" alt=\"Graphics and Photos\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e 71 pages - Fully illustrated with color photos and graphics \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_Icon4-98x98.png\" alt=\"Printed Manual\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Spiral-bound printed manual for easy use in the cockpit \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_Icon5-98x98.png\" alt=\"Language explanations\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Plain-language explanations, real-world stories, and helpful tips \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv :style=\"`width: ${progress}%`\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv :style=\"`left: ${progress}%`\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Walk into your checkride with confidence \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYou've scheduled your IFR checkride, and now the stress is starting to creep in\u003c\/b\u003e. You might be worried about getting hit with a question you're not ready for—or about not having your best flight on the big day. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour instructor probably told you to study the FAA's Airman Certification Standards (ACS)\u003c\/b\u003e. It lays out exactly what knowledge and flying skills you'll need to demonstrate, but let's be honest—it's dense, dry, and a little overwhelming. Most applicants end up trying to memorize every detail, and that usually just adds more pressure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We built a simpler way to get through it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e We've taken the ACS and added clear, practical notes from chief instructors, check airmen, and designated pilot examiners (DPEs)\u003c\/b\u003e. Instead of wading through technical language, you'll see what each task really means, how it's evaluated, and what examiners are actually looking for. You'll also get a sense of the questions you're likely to hear, the mistakes that trip people up, and the habits that help strong applicants stand out. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e You'll start to see where checkrides tend to go off track—and, more importantly, how to keep yours on course. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e With helpful annotations and visuals, the ACS becomes something you can actually work with, not just study. It turns checkride prep into something clearer, more engaging, and a lot more effective. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe goal is simple: help you show up prepared, confident, and ready to actually enjoy a major milestone in your flying journey\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_instruments_TopText-300x412.jpg\" alt=\"Items included in the box for the David Clark One-X headset\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Make your next IPC count \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstrument Proficiency Checks (IPCs) are one of the best ways to stay current—and more importantly, truly proficient—when flying IFR\u003c\/b\u003e. The more effort and preparation you put into your IPC, the more valuable it becomes, and this manual will help you get the most out of the experience. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e A successful IPC starts with good planning\u003c\/b\u003e. Sit down with your instructor and take an honest look at your current skills, identify any areas that may need a little extra work, and tailor the training to focus on real-world IFR flying. That way, your IPC becomes more than just a requirement—it becomes a valuable opportunity to build confidence and sharpen your skills. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e To help with that process, this manual includes an “IPC Cheat Sheet”\u003c\/b\u003e designed to help you plan ahead, set clear goals for your training, and make the most of your time with your instructor so you walk away feeling more prepared and proficient in the IFR environment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_instruments_TopText2-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Items included in the box for the David Clark One-X headset\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Sample pages \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_instrument_Sample1-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/pdf\/Checkride_Instructor_sample1.pdf\"\u003eSample 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_instrument_Sample2-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 2\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/pdf\/Checkride_Instructor_sample2.pdf\"\u003eSample 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/PW_Checkride_instrument_Sample3-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 3\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sportys.com\/media\/pdf\/Checkride_Instructor_sample3.pdf\"\u003eSample 3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Frequently asked questions \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbutton type=\"button\" :aria-expanded=\"open === 1 ? 'true' : 'false'\" aria-controls=\"additional-info-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e How can I access the digital manual? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e Your purchase includes a downloadable PDF, and access to the digital manual in Sporty's Pilot Training iPhone, iPad and Android apps. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbutton type=\"button\" :aria-expanded=\"open === 2 ? 'true' : 'false'\" aria-controls=\"additional-info-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Can I load the digital manual onto my iPad? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e Yes, the digital PDF is formatted for use on your iPad and can be downloaded in a few easy steps. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbutton type=\"button\" :aria-expanded=\"open === 3 ? 'true' : 'false'\" aria-controls=\"additional-info-3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e What is the format of the printed manual? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e The printed manual is 8.5 x 11 inches and 71 pages, so it will fit in most flight bags or in the seat pocket of your airplane. It's printed in full color on high quality, durable paper. We take the extra step of adding a spiral binder, and we top it with a clear plastic cover to protect it from weather and spills. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbutton type=\"button\" :aria-expanded=\"open === 4 ? 'true' : 'false'\" aria-controls=\"additional-info-4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e How long does it take to receive a printed manual? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e We use the US Postal Service to mail all USA orders, and they typically arrive within 5 business days. International orders usually arrive within 10 business days (can be longer in some countries). If you order the printed manual, you'll also get the digital version, which you can download and start using right away. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReduce your checkride anxiety by knowing what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou've scheduled your Instrument Rating checkride, and the pressure is starting to build. You're worried about getting asked something you're not ready for—or that the flight won't go as planned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare, your instructor pointed you to the Airman Certification Standards (ACS). It outlines everything you're expected to know and demonstrate, but it can feel overwhelming and difficult to digest. Most applicants end up over-preparing by trying to memorize every detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe created a better way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide takes the ACS and breaks it down with real-world insights from chief instructors, check airmen, and designated pilot examiners (DPEs). You'll learn how each task is actually evaluated, what examiners are really looking for, and the types of questions you're most likely to face. It highlights common mistakes, shows where checkrides often go wrong, and explains what successful applicants do differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe annotations and visuals bring the ACS to life—making your study time more engaging, practical, and effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line: you'll walk into your Instrument checkride more prepared, less stressed, and ready to perform with confidence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sporty's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50120813936863,"sku":"B1317","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/1045\/1935\/files\/b1317.jpg?v=1781594986","url":"https:\/\/www.flyminimax.com\/products\/checkride-insights-annotated-acs-instrument-pilot","provider":"Mini-Max USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}