EASA Module 14 exam-day guide
EASA Module 14 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid photo ID
Bring the original government-issued photo ID (passport or national ID card) in the name you used to book. Photocopies and expired documents are normally refused. Confirm with the provider which ID types they accept and whether the name must match your licence application exactly.
Admission confirmation / appointment letter
Print or download the booking confirmation showing your candidate number, date, time and test centre address. Some providers ask you to quote the candidate number at reception, so keep it visible. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is mandatory or a phone copy is accepted.
Approved calculator
A non-programmable scientific calculator is normally permitted for Module 14 (Propulsion) numerical items. Check the provider's permitted-device list in advance; programmable, graphing or symbol-manipulating models are commonly excluded. Carry spare batteries and confirm with the provider whether spare calculators may be brought into the room.
Transparent pencil case with pens, pencils, eraser, sharpener
Use a clear pouch so invigilators can inspect contents quickly. Bring at least two pens and two pencils plus a sharpener and eraser. Confirm with the provider whether pencil cases must be left outside the room.
Exam permit / logbook evidence if required
Some training organisations require proof of completed Module 14 tuition hours or a signed logbook before admitting you to the examination. Confirm with the provider which documents must be presented on the day.
Water in a clear, label-free bottle
Hydration matters for a long sitting, but many centres only allow transparent unlabelled bottles. Confirm with the provider whether drinks are permitted at the desk.
Layers of clothing
Exam halls are often cold or draught-prone, and you may be seated for a long period. Dress in layers you can remove; avoid items with large pockets or hoods that may need to be removed for security checks.
Travel plan and arrival buffer
Plan to arrive at the test centre with time to spare for ID checks, security screening and seat allocation. Check local transport disruptions the day before. Arriving late can mean refusal of entry - confirm with the provider what the latest accepted arrival time is.
Leave valuables and smart devices at home or in storage
Phones, smart watches, fitness bands and earphones are almost always banned from the desk. Most centres provide lockers but do not guarantee them. Confirm with the provider whether storage is available and whether a phone switched off in a bag is acceptable.
Know the paper structure before you sit
Confirm with the provider the number of questions, time allowed, pass mark and whether the paper is multiple-choice only or includes other item types. This affects how you pace yourself; do not rely on second-hand reports from other candidates.
Medical or access arrangements pre-agreed
If you need extra time, a separate room, or other access arrangements, these must normally be requested and approved well before the exam date. Confirm with the provider what evidence is required and by when.
Review your weak topics, not new material
In the last days, revisit engine theory you have already studied rather than starting unfamiliar subjects. Bring concise personal summary notes for the final review only if the provider allows notes outside the exam room.
Plan the day
Confirm logistics: re-check the test centre address, start time and reporting time on your admission confirmation, and plan the journey including a backup route. Re-read the provider's candidate handbook or regulations page for conduct rules, permitted items and ID requirements, and email the provider if anything is unclear - do not assume. Then switch to consolidation: work through your own summary of Module 14 topics such as piston and gas turbine engine fundamentals, engine construction, fuel and ignition systems, starting and ignition, lubrication, cooling, indicating and warning systems, and propellers, spending time on the areas where your practice scores are weakest.
Do one timed practice paper under realistic conditions - no notes, no phone, single sitting - to rehearse pacing and identify where you lose time. Mark it honestly and list the three or four topics that produced most errors. Spend the rest of the day re-reading those specific topics in your approved training material, focusing on understanding the underlying principle rather than memorising question wording. Confirm with the provider whether any formula sheet or reference data is supplied in the exam, so you know what you must hold in memory.
Stop heavy new study in the evening. Prepare your bag: ID, admission confirmation, approved calculator with fresh batteries, clear pencil case, water bottle, layers. Lay out clothes and check the weather and travel status. Set two alarms. Eat a normal meal, avoid late caffeine and get a full night's sleep - fatigue costs more marks than one extra hour of revision. If you feel unprepared on a specific topic, write a single page of key points to read in the morning rather than attempting to learn it from scratch.
Eat a proper breakfast and arrive at the centre with a generous buffer. Leave your phone and smart devices switched off and stored as instructed. Read the invigilator's instructions carefully, including how to fill in answer sheets or how the computer-based interface works, and check that any supplied reference material is complete. Use the reading time, if any, to scan the whole paper and note the distribution of topics.
Work in passes: answer the questions you can resolve quickly first, flagging anything that needs calculation or longer thought. Then return to flagged items, showing your working for numerical questions so you can check units and orders of magnitude. Watch the clock at fixed intervals so you always know your remaining time per question. If the paper uses negative marking, confirm this in the instructions before guessing; if it does not, ensure every item has an answer before you finish. Use any remaining time to check that answers are recorded against the correct question numbers.
Note down which topics felt uncertain while memory is fresh, as this guides any future study or resit preparation. Ask the invigilator, or check the provider's published process, for how and when results are issued and what the procedure is if you believe there was an administrative error. Do not discuss question content with other candidates in a way that breaches the provider's confidentiality rules.
Rules to check
Bring the original photo ID specified by the provider and present it on request; the name must match your booking. If your ID has changed since booking, contact the provider before the exam date to correct the record.
Phones, smart watches, fitness trackers, earphones and any other electronic devices must be switched off and stored as the invigilator directs. Keeping a device on your person during the exam is commonly treated as misconduct, so confirm with the provider where storage is permitted.
Only use materials the provider explicitly allows: the approved calculator, pens and pencils, and any supplied reference data. Notes, textbooks and unauthorised aids are not permitted in the exam room.
Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times, including on seating, talking, leaving the room and finishing. Raise your hand if you need attention rather than attracting it another way.
If you need to leave the room for a comfort break, expect to be escorted or supervised and note that the clock generally keeps running; confirm with the provider whether breaks are allowed and whether extra time is granted.
Do not attempt to communicate with other candidates or share question content during or after the exam. Providers treat breaches of confidentiality and suspected collusion seriously and may invalidate results.
Understand the scoring before you sit: confirm with the provider the pass mark, the number of questions, the time allowed and whether unanswered or wrong answers are penalised. Base your guessing strategy on that confirmed information, not on rumour.
If you are unwell, arrive late or believe an irregularity affected your performance, tell the invigilator immediately and follow the provider's published appeals or special-consideration procedure within the stated deadline.