Regulation Text
§ 61.33 Tests: General procedure.
Tests prescribed by or under this part are given at times and places, and by persons designated by the Administrator.
The short answer
(14 CFR § 61.33) establishes the general procedure for tests under Part 61. Tests prescribed by or under this part are given at the times and places, and by the persons, that the Administrator designates.
Research Notes
Common Questions
Who decides when and where Part 61 tests are given?
The Administrator. This single-sentence rule delegates that authority:
“Tests prescribed by or under this part are given at times and places, and by persons designated by the Administrator.” — 14 CFR § 61.33
Does § 61.33 tell me what's on the test?
No. Section 61.33 covers only the general procedure—when, where, and by whom tests are administered. It does not prescribe test content, prerequisites, or passing scores; those are addressed in other Part 61 sections.
Amendment History
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