ASA: Prepware 2012 Download Edition

Announcing Prepware 2012 Download Edition for Instrument Pilot, the FAA Knowledge Exam software that allows users to take true-to-form practice exams and get immediate feedback on the test areas that need more work. Tailor-made practice sessions improve your performance in the areas you need to concentrate on the most to pass the test.

Download and run the Demo FREE of charge, so you can try before you buy. Once you purchase Prepware Download Edition: Instrument Pilot, you will receive an email with your activation code to unlock the software for full functionality.

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If you already have Prepware 2012 installed, you do not need to install it again.

Different version years of Prepware will operate independently of each other. If you already have an older version year of Prepware from say 2010 or 2011, then you will need to download Prepware 2012 for Windows or Mac.

However, if you have the current version year, for instance, Prepware for Private Pilot 2012 already installed, and you want to add Prepware for Instrument Pilot 2012, you do not need to re-install the software. Simply open your current Prepware 2012, go to the Help menu at the top, and choose “Enter Activation Codes.” For Macintosh computers, the “Enter Activation Codes” link will be in the Prepware menu.

If you DO NOT yet have Prepware 2012 installed, click on the appropriate link below and follow the instructions:

Download for Windows (193MB)

Save the file to your computer. Do not attempt to "Run" this from the server, the file must first be "Saved" to your computer.
Extract the contents. Typically, a right-click on a zip file will give an "Extract All..." option. This will create an Install_Prepware_2012 directory.
Open the newly created Install_Prepware_2012 folder and double-click the executable named "setup.exe" to begin the installation process.
Start the program. When installation is completed, activate and register your software. The 25-digit activation code will be sent to you in an email after the product purchase is completed.
Select Help/User’s Guide or Help/Workflow Demo Movies from the top toolbar for instructions on how to use the software.

Download for MAC (176MB)

When the download is complete, a Prepware 2012 window will open.
Drag the Prepware 2012 folder in the window from the left, into the Applications folder on the right.
Open your Finder and click on Applications to find the Prepware 2012 folder. Inside that folder is the Prepware 2012 Application. Drag and drop it to your dock, then click on it to open Prepware.
Activate and register your software. The 25-digit activation code will be sent to you in an email after the product purchase is completed.
Select Help/User’s Guide or Help/Workflow Demo Movies from the top toolbar for instructions on how to use the software.

Use Prepware 2012 - Instrument Rating for the following Knowledge Exams:

Instrument Rating - Airplane
Instrument Rating - Helicopter
Instrument Rating - Foreign Pilot
Instrument Flight Instructor - Airplane
Instrument Flight Instructor - Helicopter
Instrument Ground Instructor
Instrument Flight Instructor - Airplane (Added Rating)
Instrument Flight Instructor - Helicopter (Added Rating)
Instrument Rating - Canadian Conversion

Realistic test simulation, study and review models, detailed performance graphs, comprehensive study guides and built-in timers give you the confidence you need to ace your FAA exam. Whether you choose to simulate an actual FAA test, or study specific subjects and questions, Prepware has the tools you need.

Also includes ability to generate pop quizzes or exams using sample representative FAA questions. Quizzes can be of any length and on any specific or combination of subjects or learning statement codes. You can print exams, student answer sheets, and instructor master correction keys for quick grading, or save the tests so your students can take these electronically.

ASA’s Prepware combines all the information applicants will find in the Test Prep Series. Prepware gives you everything you need to be confident and prepared for your FAA Knowledge Exams.

Prepware School is available for multi-user, multi-workstation, school, and/or network use (call ASA for details). Prepware brings the accuracy and reliability of ASA's industry-leading Test Prep books to your home or office computer. Complete and easy-to-use, Prepware is the preparation and test tool for today's aviator.

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Prepware 2012 Features

Compatible with both PC and Macintosh systems.
CX-2 electronic flight computer is built into the program, accessed by a click of a button during study sessions or simulated tests.
Make and save notes in a Notes field, useful for annotations and comments as you study.
“Google”-like search capabilities…search for a word or phrase in the entire database of questions, answers, and explanations.
Includes a comprehensive and searchable glossary.
Shuffle the answer stems for a true test of your knowledge.
Build a follow-up quiz from your airman test report. The FAA doesn’t tell you which questions were wrong on your test—they only give you the learning statement codes. You can plug the codes into the program to create a custom post-test follow-up, which is required prior to taking your checkride.
Simulates the CATS testing center in screen layout, buttons, program navigation; replicates what you'll see when you take your official FAA exam.
You can choose to print results, or e-mail them to your ground or flight instructor to obtain endorsement to take the FAA test.
Obtain your endorsement from ASA by completing two practice exams with scores of 80% or better. You can submit these scores from within Prepware, and will then receive your endorsement via email to print out and take to the testing center.
Built-in study guides are there at a click of a button for study sessions, with the same comprehensive text and figures found in ASA’s popular Test Preps and Fast-Track Test Guides.
Performance history reflects individual tests, not just cumulative performance. View a performance graph depicting total score and a score for each subject, as well as review the test (shows your selected answer, the correct answer and explanation).
All figures are available onscreen.
Export quizzes in Respondus text format for Blackboard compatibility.
Download and automatically update the database each time the FAA releases new or changed questions; also, the free email subscription service keeps you informed anytime a change is made.
Prepware School provides the ability to track performance history for multiple students and issue custom quizzes to the whole class.

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