In the upcoming future the FAA plans to replace Practical Test Standards (PTS) with a new Airman Certification Standards (ACS). This will be important for examiner to be familiar with in order to properly administer practical tests.

Want to get ahead of the curve and learn more about the draft ACS?

The FAA has posted an Airman Certification Standards Brief and ACS FAQs at http://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/

You can also learn more by watching a video explanation by the staff at ASA (Aviation Supplies and Academics) at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsCJZhE3Eyw