Commercial Pilot ACS Review - Part 1

Commercial Pilot ACS Review - Part 1

Author: Seth Lake April 23, 2022 Duration: 41:09

Join me as I start the Commercial Pilot ACS Series.  The commercial pilot checkride is just like any other FAA practical test and uses the Airman Certification Standards.  This test evaluates your knowledge and skills as a pilot to make sure you have what it takes to fly for compensation.  In this first episode of the series, I discuss Area of Operation I. Preflight Preparation which is what DPEs use to conduct the oral, or ground portion of the checkride.  Stay tuned for at least 3 more shows in the commercial pilot series.

I would love to hear your feedback on the shows.  If you have anything you would like to share please email me at: sethlake@vsl.aero  I look forward to hearing from you!

 

https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC_61-142.pdf


https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC%20120-12A.pdf


https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC_91-37B.pdf


http://avoidillegalcharter.com/


https://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airline_certification/135_certification/cert_process/

https://www.faa.gov/about/initiatives/safe_charter_operations


Seth Lake hosts The VSL Aviation Podcast, a conversation that feels like hanging around the hangar after a flight. It digs into the practical realities and pure joy of General Aviation, moving beyond textbook definitions to the lived experience. You’ll hear discussions about aircraft ownership, maintenance tips, navigating weather, and the stories that emerge from a life spent in the sky. The tone is approachable, whether you’re a student pilot, a seasoned aviator, or simply someone fascinated by flight. This podcast sits at a great intersection-it’s a leisure listen that feels like catching up with friends, yet consistently offers educational nuggets that stick with you. Episodes might explore a specific cross-country adventure, break down a common regulatory question, or feature a conversation with another pilot sharing their unique perspective. The result is a well-rounded look at the aviation community, delivered with genuine enthusiasm. Tuning in provides a regular dose of that flying mindset, the one that combines meticulous planning with the freedom of exploration. It’s the kind of show that makes you want to head to the airport, even if just to watch the traffic pattern. For anyone who finds magic in the hum of an engine and the view from above, this podcast feels like coming home.
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VSL Aviation Podcast EP1 - DPE thoughts on the ACS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:08
In this episode, I get some introductions out of the way and cut straight to the content. I have a lot of applicants struggle to understand how to use the ACS when preparing for your checkride. Don't make the same mistak…