BR-ANAC-IFR exam-day guide
BR-ANAC-IFR · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired photo identification required by the testing center. The exact accepted ID types and name-matching rules vary by provider and country, so confirm with the provider before test day.
Appointment confirmation or authorization to test
Have your appointment confirmation, registration number, or authorization-to-test document available, either printed or accessible on your phone. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is required.
Approved calculator or on-screen calculator knowledge
The BR-ANAC-IFR exam involves instrument-flight-planning and performance calculations. Verify with the provider whether a physical calculator is permitted or whether only an on-screen calculator is provided, and what model restrictions apply.
Current aeronautical charts and plotting tools, if permitted
Some ANAC practical or written exams allow reference material such as charts, a plotter, or a flight computer. Confirm with the provider or the ANAC exam notice exactly which materials are allowed in the testing room.
Knowledge of the exam format and time limit
Review the number of questions, time allowed, passing score, and question language (Portuguese or another language, if offered). Confirm these details with the provider or the official ANAC exam announcement, as they can change between exam cycles.
Review of weak subject areas
Revisit your weakest topics, typically meteorology, flight planning, radio navigation, and IFR regulations. Use your own study notes and the official ANAC reference bibliography rather than memorizing question banks.
Rest and logistics plan
Confirm the testing center address, arrival time, and travel time in advance. Plan to arrive early enough to complete check-in without stress; confirm the provider's late-arrival policy.
Personal items plan
Leave prohibited items such as phones, smartwatches, notes, and bags at home or in the designated storage area. Confirm with the provider what storage is available and what is prohibited in the testing room.
Medical or accommodation documentation, if applicable
If you need testing accommodations, bring any approval documentation the provider issued. Confirm the accommodation process well before test day.
Water and a light snack for before or after the test
Confirm with the provider whether food and drink are allowed in the testing room or only during scheduled breaks. Hydration and a light snack before the exam help concentration.
Backup plan for technology issues, if testing remotely
If your exam is delivered remotely, confirm the platform requirements, internet connection, and webcam or microphone needs with the provider, and have a backup connection plan.
Emergency contact and provider phone number
Save the testing center or provider contact number in case of delay, illness, or technical problems. Confirm the correct contact channel with the provider.
Plan the day
Stop learning new material and focus on consolidation. Review your own summary notes on IFR regulations, meteorology, flight planning, and navigation. Take one or two timed practice sets under exam conditions to check pacing, then review only the explanations for questions you missed. Confirm your appointment time, testing center location, and the list of permitted materials with the provider. Prepare your ID and documents, and get full nights of sleep.
Do a light review of formulas, chart symbols, and key regulatory limits rather than a full study session. Reconfirm the arrival time and route, and check traffic or transit conditions. Pack your ID, confirmation, and any approved materials the night before. Avoid alcohol and heavy screen time, eat a normal meal, and go to bed at your usual time. Do not attempt to cram new topics, which increases anxiety without improving recall.
Eat a normal breakfast and hydrate moderately. Arrive at the testing center with extra time to spare, allowing for check-in and security procedures. Leave phones, smartwatches, and notes outside the testing room as instructed. Read the candidate instructions and any provided reference sheet carefully before starting. Use the restroom before the exam begins.
Read each question fully and identify what is actually being asked before looking at the answer choices. Answer the easier questions first if the platform allows navigation, and flag difficult items to return to. Watch the clock and allocate roughly equal time per question, leaving a buffer at the end. For calculation questions, estimate the answer before computing to catch errors. For questions you must guess, eliminate clearly wrong options first. Review flagged questions if time permits, but change answers only when you have a clear reason.
Rules to check
Bring the exact identification required by the provider and ensure the name matches your registration. Confirm accepted ID types and name-matching rules with the provider before test day.
Arrive at or before the stated check-in time. Late-arrival and rescheduling policies vary, so confirm with the provider rather than assuming you will be admitted.
Follow all testing-center conduct rules: no phones, smartwatches, notes, or unauthorized materials in the testing room, and no communication with other candidates during the exam.
Use only the reference materials, calculators, and tools the provider explicitly permits. If you are unsure whether an item is allowed, ask the provider in advance.
Breaks are typically limited or scheduled; confirm with the provider whether unscheduled breaks are allowed and whether the clock continues during them.
Scoring is based on the number of correct answers with no penalty for guessing unless the provider states otherwise. Confirm the passing score and scoring rules with the provider.
If you experience a technical problem or illness during the exam, notify the proctor immediately and follow the provider's incident procedure rather than continuing silently.
Report any suspected exam irregularity or security issue to the proctor. Attempting to copy, share, or reconstruct exam content violates exam integrity rules.