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Overview | Testimonials

The Gleim Online Ground School - Flight/Ground Instructor uses our sophisticated Knowledge Transfer Systems to ensure that you master all of the information you will need to be a competent, safe pilot and to pass your knowledge test with confidence.

Available for:
Flight Instructor - Sport Airplane (SIA)
Flight Instructor Airplane (FIA)
Basic Ground Instructor (BGI)
Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI)
Flight Instructor Airplane - Added Rating (AFA)
Pilot Examiner Airplane (PEA)
Military Competence - Instructor (MCI)

Average Length of Course: 35 Hours
Testing center emulation (CATS and PSI/LaserGrade)
Sign-off to test - no instructor needed!
WINGS credit

May, 2013

I would like to take this opportunity to say your online ground school was the best preparation for the FAA test I have seen on the market. I liked all the repetition, the study mode, and stage tests, and the large question database (other products have a much more limited database). I also purchased a hardcopy of your Sport Pilot Manuevers and I think the combination of the two is the best organized, most comprehensive, and well thought out reference I have seen. At first, I loved all the DVDâ€™s out there and shunned the "plainness" of the Gleim resources, but now I really appreciate that simplicity! You get right down to business in the most efficient way possible. I have learned that I can really trust that Gleim has got all the regs and knowledge covered!

- TC

April, 2013

I took the instrument written test last Friday and received a high passing score. I am very pleased with the Gleim program and highly recommend it to aspiring pilots.

- Dan Cedrone

March, 2013

I wish to state that using the Gleim Online Ground School was an excellent, although lengthy, process to study and pass the FIA written. I passed with an 84. Looking at the big picture, the OGS is an excellent way to structure learning the material and answering the FAA test questions. I will be recommending the Gleim OGS to anyone I know looking to study and take an FAA written exam. I will be using the OGS to study and take the ATP written in the next two years. High compliments to your company and their transfer of knowledge systems.

- Scott Dineen

March, 2013

To all the aspiring pilots looking at a private pilot training course. This course is tough, but when you finish you will have the confidence and knowledge to pass the written. Good luck and smooth flight.

- John

March, 2013

I recently used the Gleim Online Ground School to prepare for the Instrument Knowledge Exam. The Instrument written exam is an order of magnitude more complicated than the Private Pilot written exam, and I am extremely happy that my school recommended Gleim. I believe Gleim Online provides the best training for the most reasonable price. Using only the Gleim Online course and the Gleim Instrument test book, I passed the FAA written exam today on the first attempt with a score of 93%.

- Dale Young, Private Pilot (Airplane) and Instrument Student

February, 2013

I passed the knowledge test 27 days after beginning the Online Ground School with Gleim. The way the course is set up, it is hard to imagine how someone who completes the OGS could fail the knowledge test.

- Michael D.

February, 2013

The materials and program were laid out extremely well. Dividing the program into units and stages was extremely beneficial to me. My job requires me to work between 60-70 hrs per week, being able to start and stop at my convenience was great. Practice tests at the end of the program helped tremendously. I passed today with a 98. Your program was incredible. If anything I felt over prepared! Thank you for everything.

- Chris Denault

February, 2013

I actually have enjoyed my interaction with the Canadian Commercial Conversion Course and have found it extremely friendly and effective. I will recommend it to anyone whom I know that can use it as well as the other Gleim products in existence. Your approach to learning what needs to be learned as well as the presentation of your web based protocols is leading edge. Thank you.

- Dave Richter

February, 2013

I just wanted to let you know that I passed the FAA Ground School exam today with a 93% on my first try. I am elated. Your online course coupled with the superlative customer support made the difference. I thank you for being there for me, for your knowledge, courtesy and sincere encouragement. Well done guys.

- Bruce Nelson

February, 2013

I had bought also the GLEIM ATP book. I took the test and passed it with 92. The book and the computer training is fantastic. All the material that I was asked in the test was in the book and the computer prep. Thanks a million. It is simply excellent.

- Raul Arias

January, 2013

The Gleim On-Line Ground School for Sport Pilot gave me the necessary background information and complete understanding to be able to pass the FAA Knowledge test easily - 90% score. Thank you for this well-designed course. The outlines and videos for each of the 14 study units were essential in my opinion to be able to keep the amount of information you need to learn in an organized and concise format. I highly recommend this course to everyone!

- Tom

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Course Content

This course has the same study unit order as the Gleim Flight/Ground Instructor Knowledge Test Book.

For Flight/Ground Instructor:

Airplanes and Aerodynamics
Airplane Performance
Airplane Instruments, Engines, and Systems
Airports, Airspace, and ATC
Weight and Balance
Aviation Weather
Federal Aviation Regulations
Navigation
Flight Maneuvers
Aeromedical Factors and Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)

Course Requirements

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Gleim Guarantee

Gleim offers you the best training materials available. When you complete this course satisfactorily, you will pass your FAA knowledge test. We are so confident that you will pass, that we offer your money back or a personal tutor if you do not pass on your first attempt.

Duration

Access to the Online Ground School Course will expire 12 months from the date of purchase. If you have not completed the course and you need access after the expiration date, you may purchase a 12 month extension at half the current purchase price. You will have 30 days to purchase an extension.

Currency

We regularly communicate with the FAA and continuously monitor its website for changes to the FAA's knowledge tests. While the FAA no longer releases the complete database of knowledge test questions, sample questions are released on a quarterly basis and incorporated into our material as appropriate.

Whenever changes are made, they will be automatically incorporated into the course with no input or additional work needed on your end. Thus, you can be confident that this course contains everything you will need to pass your knowledge test with ease.

Refund

A full refund is available if you have accessed no more than two study units within 30 days of purchase.

What to Expect in a Study Unit

Each study unit in this course is divided into three sections referred to as Instructional Elements.
1. Knowledge Transfer Outline
2. Multiple-Choice Study Quiz
3. Multiple-Choice Test
To assist you in your studies, there are two additional Instructional Elements in each course:
1. Stage Test
2. End-of-Course Test
After each quiz/test, you will be provided with an opportunity to review the questions that you answered incorrectly in the form of a Review Quiz. You must answer each question in the Review Session correctly before you can move on to the next question.
Your scores on the study quiz and final test will be averaged together to determine your final score for each study unit.

How to complete a study unit

To complete a study unit you must:

Study the knowledge transfer outline for the study unit. The outlines are broken down into sections called "subunits" to make studying easier. We recommend you print the entire outline to study from and keep as reference. Use this printout for quick reference. When you have finished studying the outlines, you will be ready to take the multiple-choice quizzes.
Answer all of the thought-provoking multiple-choice study questions. You must answer all questions in order to continue. After selecting your answer choice, you will receive immediate feedback explaining why your answer was either correct or incorrect. Your grade on the study quiz is based on the first answer you select for each question.
Review the questions you missed. After completing the study quiz, you will be prompted to review the questions you missed on the quiz. Analyze and understand why you missed the questions you did. If you did not successfully pass the quiz, you will need to retake the study quiz.
Pass the multiple-choice test. You will be given a test based on the material you covered in the study quiz and outline sections of the study unit. You may move back and forth between questions and change your answers until you are ready to grade the test. When you have answered each of the multiple-choice questions to your satisfaction, click the Grade button.
Review the questions you missed. After completing the test, you will be given a review of the questions you missed. Analyze and understand why you missed the questions you did. If you did not pass, you will need to retake the test.

Note: It may take a few minutes for your grade to be delivered. Do not click the Grade button more than once. Also, do not hit the back button on your browser to try to return to the quiz after it has been graded. Please email us through our Online Support Email Form if you have problems.

Completing the Stage Tests

After every 4-6 study units, a Stage Test will be given.
The Stage Test will be made up of questions from each of the preceding study units.
You will be required to pass the Stage Test before being able to move on to the next study unit.

Completing the End-of-Course Test

After you have completed all study units and Stage Tests for your Online Ground School, you will be administered a cumulative End-of-Course test.
You will be required to pass this test.
You will have two chances to pass the End-of-Course test. If you fail more than twice, you will be locked out of the course, and you will be required to send an email to Gleim Publications explaining the situation. It will then be at the discretion of Gleim whether you may continue the course or not.

How to complete the course

Complete all study units of the Gleim Online Ground School in your chosen certificate.
Complete all Stage Tests.
Complete the End-of-Course test.
Print out the FAA Knowledge Test sign-off form.

How to Get Wings Credit for This Course

Gleim uploads Wings course completion credit every week for current course users. If you have completed this course but have not received Wings credit, follow the instructions below to ensure you are credited for your work.

Go to http://www.faasafety.gov.
Log in with your FAASafety email address and password.
- If you have not created an account with FAASafety, you will need to do that first.
Under the "Activities, Courses, & Seminars" tab at the top of the page, click "Activities."
Type "Gleim" into the "Keywords" box and click "Search."
Find the appropriate course title in the resulting list and click on the title of that course.
Click the "Request Credit" button.
Enter the date on your completion/graduation certificate into the "Date Completed" box.
In the "Select Validator" section, click the "Email" tab.
Type "wings@gleim.com" into the field and click the "Select" button.
Click "Submit for Validation."

An email notification will be sent to Gleim. We will review your course records and either validate your credit or reply explaining why we are unable to do so (for example, the course completion date is incorrect). Either way, you will receive an email reply from FAASafety once our action has been submitted. If you have any questions or difficulties with this process, please email wings@gleim.com.