Knowledge Test Expirations

[HPNPilot1200]

Does anyone know how long a knowledge test is good for? IOW: How long (weeks, months, years, etc) until a knowledge test expires?

I couldn't find the answer in FAR §61.35, but would like to see if others can shed some light on the question.

Thanks,
Jason

 

[mattaxelrod]

Don't have anything in front of me right now, but I seem to remember that knowledge tests expire in 24 months.

 

[Ed Guthrie]

End of the 24th month following. IOW, if you took the test today (May 1, 2006) it would expire midnight, May 31, 2008.

The applicable regulation is:

§ 61.39 Prerequisites for practical tests.

(a) Except as provided in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section, to be eligible for a practical test for a certificate or rating issued under this part, an applicant must:
(1) Pass the required knowledge test within the 24-calendar-month period preceding the month the applicant completes the practical test, if a knowledge test is required;