The ATP knowledge test is one of the last written hurdles before an airline seat, and it’s taken by experienced pilots who haven’t sat a knowledge test in years. Many of the questions don’t stand alone; they send you to a numbered figure, such as a chart, a table, or a performance graph, and expect you to work the answer from it.
Aircraft dispatcher applicants face the same supplement. At the testing center you’re handed a printed copy, and the candidates who do best are the ones who have already practiced with it and know where everything is.
This is the FAA’s Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for ATP and Aircraft Dispatcher, printed by ASA as CT-8080-7D.
Quick answer: The ASA-CT-8080-7D is the FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for ATP and Aircraft Dispatcher, the book of figures, charts, and tables that knowledge test questions refer to. It’s for airline transport pilot and aircraft dispatcher applicants who want to practice with the same reference used at the test, available on Skyfarer and at Skyfarer Shop.
What a testing supplement is
- The test’s reference book. Many knowledge test questions say to refer to a figure; the figures are in this supplement, not on the screen.
- Provided at the test. The testing center supplies a copy on test day, so your own copy is for study.
- Two tests in one. This supplement covers both the ATP and the Aircraft Dispatcher knowledge tests.
How to study with it
- Work questions with the supplement open. Practice finding each figure quickly instead of reading answers from a test prep book.
- Do the math by hand. Interpolating performance figures takes practice; build the habit before test day.
- Check the edition. The FAA revises supplements periodically, so confirm the current edition before you rely on it.
Pilot tip: Time yourself. On the ATP test, the minutes go to figure-based questions, and practice with the actual supplement is what makes them fast.
Where to buy
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for ATP and Aircraft Dispatcher (ASA-CT-8080-7D) is sold by Skyfarer Shop. Find it on the Skyfarer marketplace or order directly from Skyfarer Shop. Either link shows the current price, shipping options and return terms.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring this to the test?
No. The testing center provides the supplement. Your copy is for studying.
Does it include questions or answers?
A testing supplement holds the figures and reference material the questions point to. For questions and explanations, pair it with a test prep book.
Which tests does it cover?
The Airline Transport Pilot and Aircraft Dispatcher knowledge tests.
