VSL ACE Guide

The VSL ACE Guide Version 6.5 – Your All-in-One Pilot Training Resource

Stay ahead in your aviation journey with the VSL ACE Guide, meticulously crafted to provide everything you need for pilot training and certification. This guide includes the most up-to-date Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), and Instrument Instructor (CFII) ratings.

What's Included:

The following FAA handbooks, guides, ACS documents, and advisory circulars are included in the VSL ACE Guide:

• Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
• Airplane Flying Handbook
• Instrument Flying Handbook
• Instrument Procedures Handbook
• Risk Management Handbook
• FAA Weather Handbook
• Aviation Instructor's Handbook
• Basic Survival Skills Handbook
• Plane Sense Handbook
• Private Pilot Airplane ACS
• Instrument Airplane ACS
• Commercial Airplane ACS
• Flight Instructor Airplane ACS
• Flight Instructor Instrument PTS
• 27 Common Legal Interpretations
• AC 91-67A Minimum Equipment Requirements
• AC 91-78 Use of Electronic Flight Bags
• AC 61-142 Sharing Aircraft Operating Expenses
• AC 90-66C Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations
• AC 61-98D Guidance for the Flight Review and IPC
• AC 91-92 Pilot's Guide to a Preflight Briefing
• AC 61-65H Certification: Pilots and Flight and Ground Instructors
• AC 61-67C Stall and Spin Awareness Training
• AC 120-76D Authorization for Use of EFBs
• AC 91-74B Icing Conditions
• Garmin G1000 CFI Guide
• Garmin GTN CFI Guide
• Flying Light Twins Safely
• IFR Decision Support Tool
• Runway Safety Handbook
• Night Flying Tips Handbook

Free Lifetime Updates

With free updates for life, you’ll never be left behind! When a new version of the guide is released, we’ll notify you and provide a new download link at no additional cost. Simply ensure that you enter your email at checkout and agree to receive emails (don't worry—we won’t spam you). Every update keeps your materials current with new FAA releases and formatting adjustments.

VSL ACE Guide Version 6.5 – Now Available!
Current as of February 02, 2025

Updated FAA Advisory Circulars, Legal Interpretations, and new link structure!

• New Chapter Menu – Added a menu linking directly to the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) for easier navigation.
• CFI ACS Updates – Added links in Areas of Operation 1 & 2 to enhance accessibility to relevant content.
• WINGS Program – Introduced a Phase 1 WINGS Guide to assist users in FAA’s pilot proficiency program.
• FAASafety.gov Resources – Embedded links to free FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) courses related to various topics.
• Aviation Weather Handbook – Updated to version 28A (December release).
• Broken Links Fixed – Addressed previous non-working links for improved usability.
• New Feature Indicator – Small green arrows now highlight sections with newly added features.

Whether you're preparing for a checkride or refreshing your knowledge, the VSL ACE Guide ensures you have every resource you need in one place. Download Version 6.5 today, and let us keep you updated with every change—completely free!