What combination of assessments must be passed for FAA ATP?

• A. No exam required
• B. Pass ATP written & check ride
• C. Pass ATP written only
• D. Pass the check ride only

Answer: (B)

To earn the FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate, you must demonstrate both knowledge and practical ability. That means you need to pass the ATP knowledge test (the written exam), which checks your understanding of aeronautical knowledge such as airspace, weather, performance, and regulations. You also must pass the ATP practical test (the check ride) with an FAA examiner, which includes an oral portion and a flight portion to show you can apply that knowledge safely and effectively in real flight scenarios. Because both parts are required, options that involve only one part or none don’t meet the certification requirements. (There are other prerequisites like flight hours and medical standards, but these two assessments specifically are what finalize the certificate.)