EASA ATPL — Performance (032) Exam Prep
EASA ATPL Performance deals with transport aircraft performance calculations for all phases of flight. This is one of the most challenging ATPL subjects, requiring thorough understanding of takeoff, climb, cruise, and landing performance under various conditions.
45
Questions
75%
Pass Mark
2 hours
Time Limit
76%
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
Expert Study Tips
Performance is considered one of the hardest EASA ATPL exams
Master the takeoff and landing distance definitions: TODA, TORA, ASDA, LDA
Know the climb segments after engine failure (1st, 2nd, 3rd, final)
Practice graph reading — many questions require extracting data from charts
Understand the regulatory performance requirements (EU OPS)
Focus on what happens to performance when variables change (temperature, pressure, weight)
Suggested Study Timeline
Weeks 1-4
Cover all exam topics systematically with detailed notes
Weeks 5-8
Deep study of complex subjects, work advanced practice problems
Weeks 9-12
Full-length practice exams under timed conditions
Weeks 13-15
Focus on weak areas, revisit difficult concepts
Week 16
Final comprehensive review and exam scheduling
Recommended Resources
- Oxford ATPL Performance textbook
- EASA Learning Objectives for Subject 032
- EU OPS 1 — Performance Requirements
- Aircraft Performance Engineering handbooks
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