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EASA ATPL — Instrumentation (022) Exam Prep

EASA ATPL Instrumentation covers all flight instruments from basic pitot-static to modern EFIS, FMS, and automatic flight systems. Understanding instrument principles, errors, and failure modes is essential for ATPL-level operations.

60

Questions

75%

Pass Mark

1.5 hours

Time Limit

82%

Avg Pass Rate

Cost

Varies by ATO (approx. EUR 50-100 per exam)

Prerequisites

Enrollment in EASA ATPL theory course at an ATO

Topics Covered

1Pitot-static instruments
2Gyroscopic instruments
3Magnetic compass
4Electronic flight instrument systems (EFIS)
5Flight management systems (FMS)
6Automatic flight control (autopilot)
7Warning and alerting systems
8Data recorders (FDR, CVR)
9Inertial navigation and reference systems
10ACAS/TCAS

Expert Study Tips

1

Know the errors of every instrument: pitot-static, gyro, magnetic compass

2

Understand EFIS architecture: ADC, AHRS, display processing

3

Study FMS modes — LNAV, VNAV, managed vs selected modes

4

Master autopilot modes and mode reversion scenarios

5

TCAS logic and RA response procedures appear frequently

6

Draw the pitot-static system and know all failure modes

Suggested Study Timeline

1

Weeks 1-4

Cover all exam topics systematically with detailed notes

2

Weeks 5-8

Deep study of complex subjects, work advanced practice problems

3

Weeks 9-12

Full-length practice exams under timed conditions

4

Weeks 13-15

Focus on weak areas, revisit difficult concepts

5

Week 16

Final comprehensive review and exam scheduling

Recommended Resources

  • Oxford ATPL Instrumentation textbook
  • EASA Learning Objectives for Subject 022
  • ICAO Doc 8168 — PANS-OPS
  • ACAS/TCAS training documentation

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