VSL ACE Guide (Checkride Cheat-Sheet)

VSL ACE Guide Version 6.7 – Your All-in-One Pilot Training Resource

Stay ahead in your aviation journey with the VSL ACE Guide, meticulously crafted to provide everything you need for pilot training and certification. This guide includes the most up-to-date Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), and Instrument Instructor (CFII) ratings.

What’s Included:
The following FAA handbooks, guides, ACS documents, and advisory circulars are included in the VSL ACE Guide:
Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Airplane Flying Handbook
Instrument Flying Handbook
Instrument Procedures Handbook
Risk Management Handbook
FAA Weather Handbook
FAA Weight and Balance Handbook (NEW)
Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Handbook (NEW)
Aviation Instructor’s Handbook
Basic Survival Skills Handbook
Plane Sense Handbook
Private Pilot Airplane ACS
Instrument Airplane ACS
Commercial Airplane ACS
Flight Instructor Airplane ACS (Now includes interactive CFI reinstatement/renewal links)
Flight Instructor Instrument PTS
27 Common Legal Interpretations

AC 91-67A – Minimum Equipment Requirements
AC 91-78 – Use of Electronic Flight Bags
AC 61-142 – Sharing Aircraft Operating Expenses
AC 90-66C – Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations
AC 61-98D – Guidance for the Flight Review and IPC
AC 91-92 – Pilot's Guide to a Preflight Briefing
AC 61-65H – Certification: Pilots and Flight and Ground Instructors
AC 61-67C – Stall and Spin Awareness Training
AC 120-76D – Authorization for Use of EFBs
AC 91-74B – Icing Conditions
AC 61-107B – High Altitude Operations (NEW)
Garmin G1000 CFI Guide
Garmin GTN CFI Guide
Flying Light Twins Safely
IFR Decision Support Tool
Runway Safety Handbook
Night Flying Tips Handbook

New in Version 6.7:
Modern Global Menu Format
A cleaner, more intuitive navigation system across all documents.
New FAA Handbooks and ACs
Added the FAA Weight and Balance Handbook, Seaplane Handbook, and AC 61-107B on High Altitude Operations.
Enhanced CFI ACS Content
Includes interactive links for CFI reinstatement and renewal.
FAR Quick Links
New section with direct links to frequently referenced chapters in the Federal Aviation Regulations via eCFR.
Ongoing Fixes and Refinements
Minor formatting improvements and updated broken links from previous versions.

Free Lifetime Updates
With free updates for life, you’ll never be left behind! When a new version of the guide is released, we’ll notify you and provide a new download link at no additional cost. Just enter your email at checkout and agree to receive updates (we don’t spam). Every update keeps your materials current with new FAA releases and interface improvements.

VSL ACE Guide Version 6.7 – Now Available!
Current as of May 30, 2025
Whether you're preparing for a checkride or refreshing your knowledge, the VSL ACE Guide ensures you have every resource you need in one place. Download Version 6.7 today and stay current—completely free.