ATP Written???
 

Ok, I am studying for my ATP written. I just need help to clarify on something. How many different ATP written tests can you take? After looking at the book, it looks like there are a few different ones. I see matter relating to an ATP 121, ATP 135, Flight Engineer and Dispatcher. Do I tell them which one I like to take? Do I study only the parts that relate to ALL and the 121 because that is what I am taking it for? Just curious because I have my test next week! Thanks in advance!

121 or 135 as far as Im concerned. Both satisfy the ATP written requirement.

The ATP is offered in both 135 and 121. You can choose either one. If you are flying 121, you are more familiar with 121 regs, so that one would make more sense for you. The Flight Engineer written is not an ATP.

Do yourself a big favor and buy the Sheppard Air program....www.sheppardair.com

5 days of 2-3 hours of study and I got a 99, took me 20 minutes to take the test. I skipped all the flight planning problems, didn't even look at those.

allatps.com has a great quick course too. Showed up at 8am to study the material, took the test at 2pm, out the door by 3pm with a 96 on the test.

Sheppard Air is the way to go. Studied the day before - took 20 min on the test and got a 91. And they guarantee you'll pass.

I concur...Sheppard Air is the key. And the memorization aid on their website is gold...I spent 15 hours studying over 5 days. Proctor couldn't believe it only took 25 minutes for the test--and I double-checked each question. I completely overstudied. Could have easily passed in a fraction of the study time. But my ATP practical guy was pretty impressed with my 100% score...so I think he throttled back his oral as a result.

Basically, the idea is to memorize all 700 of their test bank questions (and the right answers). I did not see any questions on my written that I didn't see with their prep program.

It will not necessarily help you learn the material, but it will absolutely get you through the test.

I agree with Fosters.....GET THE SHEPPARD AIR PROGRAM.

I also got a 99%

Great Advice!:rolleyes:

I did the allatps course, didn't study at all beforehand. Started at 8am, was out by 1pm with a 90. If you have the time do the Sheppard but if you only want to spend 4 or 5 hours (and $300) then go to allatp.

Wish I knew about that sheppard deal, could have saved some cash, ATP is a quick way to do it as well but it does cost a bit more.

It is; you have to realize that the FAA test questions really don't apply much to todays environment. Why in the world are there questions about LORAN still on there? They've started to update them but honestly most of the stuff on it is fluff.

Back to the real question...
 

Study all of the "general" topics, and studying the Part 91 and Part 121 only. Don't concern yourself with learning the 135 regs because you either take a "121 ATP written" or a "135 ATP written."

I personally did the All ATP's program. Like everyone else, I was in at 8am, and out a little after lunch time with a passing score.

Good luck in your studies. Keep your eye on the prize, because studying out of a book that is twice the thickness as the Commercial Written study guide, can be very discouraging at times...

Good luck bud!
Lax

Thanks for all the advice. I was thinking of using sheppard air, but for my interview, I have been told is much harder than the ATP written but same material so I think I am going to have to suck it up and actually study the thing! Thanks Again.

Are the multiple choice questions at airline interviews the same as on the ATP written?

From my experience, they have been pretty simular. Alot of places also through in some Jepp questions as well.

Question...

I'm thinking about applying to Eagle, and taking the ATP written beforehand...however, doesnt the written exam expire after 24months, and with a 4-5 year upgrade (at best) what's the point? Should I still take it to "look competitive?"

Save your self even more time and go to All ATP spend the money and take the test. Gaurentened to pass or you money back! They tell you not to study before hand.:)

Sheppard Air program hands down. Studied for a week (could've done it in a day or two) and got a 99. 75 for the program and 90 for the test gives a total of 165 dollars. That is cheaper than ATPs program.

My question is though...does it expire after 2 years?

Dont they still sell the book for about $35 with all the questions and answers? ;)

Anyways, to Jelloy683, it is to my understanding that if you have your ATP written and are hired by a 121 carrier, your written will not expire in 24 calendar months while you are working for them.

Someone correct me if Im wrong...

Cheers...

u r correct, and also there is a place in chicago close to midway, around 300-350 bucks and you will pass in mid 90's. dont bother to study

It does not expire if you are at an air carrier, otherwise its 2years.

Concur 100% with TJ28 here. Sheppard Air hands down!

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