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Pilot Refresher Course
Price: $29.95






Getting back into aviation? Want to stay current? Preparing for a flight review? If you answered YES to any of those questions, the Gleim Pilot Refresher Course (PRC) will help you.

Who will benefit from the Gleim PRC?

  • Pilots who are getting back into aviation and want to know what's new
  • Pilots looking to keep their flying knowledge sharp
  • Anyone who wants to increase their understanding of basic piloting knowledge
  • Pilots or CFIs preparing for an upcoming flight review or aircraft checkout

PRC uses your make-and-model's weight, balance, and performance charts. Thus, this course is an airplane-specific recurrent ground training course designed to increase pilots' safety, knowledge, and abilities.

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 DVD’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


January, 2012
I found it [to be a] very enjoyable study process to prepare for bi-annual or just to stay current.
- Steven Pinello


June, 2010
This is my first Gleim module. I am very impressed with the "automatic" support: phone call from a Gleim contact and good prompt email support. I have been away from aviation for awhile and this Pilot Refresher Course is an excellent way to re-enter.
- Ralph Taylor


November, 2009
Your ability to construct a course of instruction is unmatched in the industry. Your formatting is exceptional and the methodologies in presenting the material is excellent. Please continue to keep the material current as I rely on your expertise in this particular area.
- Tommy L. Schmitt


July, 2009
I find the material presented in the Pilot Refresher Course to be directly relevant and helpful to approaching a forthcoming Biennial Flight Review with confidence, and staying abreast of subject matter necessary to maintaining the skill level necessary to be a safe and competent pilot.
- David Gratta


April, 2009
Lesson: 1: Emergencies

True/False: Excellent
This is as advertised, A great way to get the brain warmed up for the upcoming exercise.

Outline: Excellent
This brings to light things that have been place way back in my mind and that should be at the front for safety. Multiple Choice: Excellent
Again this was arranged in a manner that made me think twice about a couple of questions. It's to easy to shoot from the hip, you must think before answering.

Comment Submitted:
I'm very thankful that I found this prior to my flight review. I've gotten a little rusty and complacent over the years.

- Jeffrey Gilbert


April, 2009
I have found that the information is up to date with new standards from my older training. This is really making me think and putting me in to a more alert and safety mode.
- Jeffrey Gilbert


April, 2009
Great online course.
- Harley Myler


November, 2003
I consider Gleim's format an inspiring adventure. The true/false questions provoke desire and suspense for what is next.

I also like the way the knowledge transfer system gets right to the point. The subject matter is a no-nonsense approach to learning for the serious pilot.

- James Bullion


April, 2003
No wasted time! You got right to the point and refreshed my memory. Thanks.
- Robert Blankenship


December, 2001
"I used Gleim publications when I earned my Private ticket in 1979 and my Instrument in 1981. They were very helpful then, and they are very helpful now. The "thought provoking" concept is excellent. I have all the knowledge transfer outlines copied and filed for future reference and refreshment. I flew as a business pilot from 1981 to 1991. Following 10 years away from flying, I decided to attempt a comeback. The positive effect of the fine study materials you provide have made flying again a dream come true. When I looked for printed material for study, yours was the first name I remembered. I am a bit surprised at how much came back rather quickly. Being retired, home study on my PC is a perfect setup. If I decide to get instrument current again, I know where to look for help. The online course I just finished has been a great help. Well constructed, challenging, and stimulating as well, an excellent teaching tool for scraping off the rust. I love flying, and you are helping to make it happen for me again."
- David K. Fowler


Course Elements

  • A 5-10 minute audiovisual presentation
  • 10 thought-provoking true/false study questions
  • Approximately 15 pages of knowledge transfer study outlines
  • A 10-question multiple-choice quiz
  • A Study Unit evaluation
To complete a study unit, you must:
  1. Answer 10 thought-provoking true/false study questions. You will receive answer explanations that indicate why you answered the questions correctly or incorrectly. The true/false study questions are intended to help you to begin thinking about and studying the subject matter of the Study Unit. They also allow you to evaluate how much you already know about the concepts before you read the Knowledge Transfer Outline. Your performance on this section does not affect whether you pass the Study Unit or complete the course.
  2. Print and study the Knowledge Transfer Outline for the Study Unit. The outlines are divided into sections called "subunits" to make studying them easier.

    You can use the print function on your browser to print the outline by clicking Print under the File Menu. Use your printout of the Knowledge Transfer Outlines for future reference. When you have finished studying the outlines, you will be ready to take the multiple-choice final quiz. Note: If you need to refer to the outline during the quiz, click the "Outline" link near the top of the page to open the outline in a new window.
  3. Pass the multiple-choice final quiz with a score of 70% or better. You will be presented with 10 multiple-choice questions based on the material you covered in the outline section of the Study Unit. You may move back and forth between questions and change your answers, but once you choose to grade the quiz, you will not be allowed to return to the questions. When you have answered each of the 10 multiple-choice questions to your satisfaction, click the Grade button at the bottom of the screen below the last question. Once you obtain a passing score, a review session will provide you with answer explanations for any multiple-choice questions that you answered incorrectly.


Gleim Pilot Refresher Study Units

  1. The Flight Review
  2. Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM) and Risk Management
  3. Federal Regulations for Pilots
  4. Airplane Weight and Balance
  5. Airplane Performance and Limitations
  6. Aviation Weather Services and Weather-Related Decision Making
  7. ATC and Airspace
  8. Airport Operations
  9. Emergencies

Completion Requirements

  1. Answer 10 thought provoking true/false study questions. After you answer each question, an answer explanation that indicates why you answered it correctly or incorrectly will be displayed. While these questions do not count toward your grade, they are required so as to test your knowledge base.
  2. Study the knowledge transfer outline for the study unit. When you have finished studying the outlines, you will be ready to take the multiple-choice final test.
  3. Pass the multiple-choice final test with a score of 70% or better. You will be presented with 10 multiple-choice questions based on the material you covered in the true/false and outline sections of the study unit. You may move back and forth between questions and change your answers until you grade the test.
  4. Upon completion of the course, you will receive two certificates:
    1. A graduation certificate to present to your CFI at the time of your flight review.
    2. A graduation certificate to send to your insurance company.
      • This course is make-and-model specific ground recurrent training, which should help to reduce your premiums and make you a more desirable insurance risk.

Duration

Access to the Gleim Pilot Refresher Course will expire 24 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 24 month extension at half the current purchase price. You will have 30 days to purchase an extension.

Refund

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

Getting started with the Gleim Pilot Refresher Course

Make sure that your computer meets our minimum system requirements, then click the "Create Account" button below to get started with the Pilot Refresher Course by trying Study Unit One free.



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.
  1. Go to http://www.faasafety.gov.
  2. 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.
  3. Under the "Activities, Courses, & Seminars" tab at the top of the page, click "Activities."
  4. Type "Gleim" into the "Keywords" box and click "Search."
  5. Find the appropriate course title in the resulting list and click on the title of that course.
  6. Click the "Request Credit" button.
  7. Enter the date on your completion/graduation certificate into the "Date Completed" box.
  8. In the "Select Validator" section, click the "Email" tab.
  9. Type "wings@gleim.com" into the field and click the "Select" button.
  10. 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.


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Testimonials
January, 2012
I found it [to be a] very enjoyable study process to prepare for bi-annual...
- Steven Pinello
April, 2003
No wasted time! You got right to the point and refreshed my memory. Thanks....
- Robert Blankenship
May, 2013
I would like to take this opportunity to say your online ground school was...
- TC
April, 2009
Great online course.
- Harley Myler
June, 2010
This is my first Gleim module. I am very impressed with the "automatic"...
- Ralph Taylor
November, 2009
Your ability to construct a course of instruction is unmatched in the industry....
- Tommy L. Schmitt
April, 2009
I have found that the information is up to date with new standards from my...
- Jeffrey Gilbert
July, 2009
I find the material presented in the Pilot Refresher Course to be directly...
- David Gratta
November, 2003
I consider Gleim's format an inspiring adventure. The true/false questions...
- James Bullion
December, 2001
"I used Gleim publications when I earned my Private ticket in 1979 and my...
- David K. Fowler
April, 2009
Lesson: 1: Emergencies

True/False: Excellent
This is as advertised,...

- Jeffrey Gilbert
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