The EASA theoretical ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot Licence) exam consists of 13 subjects + the KSA (14 subjects in total). Each of the 13 subjects has a number of questions and a duration.
This list concerns the new LO (Learning Objectives) in force since 2020, under the EASA ATPL
What is the duration of each exam and the number of questions?
Find out below the list of all ATPL subjects, with their numbers, their names, the time for each exam and the duration of the test:
| List – ATPL EASA Lo 2020 | ||
| n° | Subject | Number of questions & duration |
| 010 | Air law | 44 – 01:00 |
| 021 | Aircraft General Knowledges | 80 – 02:00 |
| 022 | Instrumentation | 60 – 01:30 |
| 031 | Mass and balance | 25 – 01:15 |
| 032 | Performances | 45 – 02:00 |
| 033 | Flight planning & monitoring | 42 – 02:00 |
| 040 | Human performance & limitations | 48 – 01:30 |
| 050 | Meteorology | 84 – 02:00 |
| 061 | General Navigation | 55 – 02:15 |
| 062 | Radio navigation | 66 – 01:30 |
| 071 | Operational procedures | 42 – 01:15 |
| 081 | Principles of flight | 46 – 01:30 |
| 090 | Communications | 34 – 01:00 |
How many attempts do I have?
You can pass your 13 subjects in up to 6 sessions. Each subject can only be attempted 4 times. If you fail more than 4 times, you will have to start your exams from scratch.
How long do I have to pass my subjects?
From the moment you pass your first exam, an 18-month countdown begins. You therefore have 18 months to pass your exams.