What should instructors do with archived ACS codes on an AKTR?

What should instructors do with archived ACS codes on an AKTR?

• A. Refer to the ACS revision in effect on the date of the knowledge test for interpretation.
• B. Refer to the latest ACS revision regardless of date.
• C. Ignore ACS codes and rely on the PTS only.
• D. Consult FAA headquarters for interpretation.

Answer: (A)

Interpreting archived ACS codes on an AKTR must align with the ACS revision in effect on the date the knowledge test was taken. The ACS is updated periodically, and the criteria and coding reflect what was current at that test time. Using the revision from that date preserves the test’s original intent and ensures scoring and feedback match what the applicant was expected to know then. If you apply the latest revision, differences in criteria or mapping could lead to misinterpretation of the item and unfair conclusions about performance. The Practical Test Standards are not the guide for knowledge-test code interpretation, and there’s no need to consult FAA headquarters for this detail. In practice, check the test date, reference the ACS revision active at that time, and interpret the archived codes accordingly.

Interpreting archived ACS codes on an AKTR must align with the ACS revision in effect on the date the knowledge test was taken. The ACS is updated periodically, and the criteria and coding reflect what was current at that test time. Using the revision from that date preserves the test’s original intent and ensures scoring and feedback match what the applicant was expected to know then. If you apply the latest revision, differences in criteria or mapping could lead to misinterpretation of the item and unfair conclusions about performance. The Practical Test Standards are not the guide for knowledge-test code interpretation, and there’s no need to consult FAA headquarters for this detail. In practice, check the test date, reference the ACS revision active at that time, and interpret the archived codes accordingly.