Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to cross-country flight planning by presenting and explaining a pre-planned VFR cross-country flight, as previously assigned by the examiner. On the day of the practical test, the final flight plan shall be to the first fuel stop, based on maximum allowable passengers, baggage, and/or cargo loads using real-time weather 
Uses appropriate and current aeronautical charts 
Properly identifies airspace, obstructions, and terrain features 
Selects easily identifiable en route checkpoints 
Selects most favorable altitudes considering weather conditions and equipment capabilities 
Computes headings, flight time, and fuel requirements 
Selects appropriate navigation system/facilities and communication frequencies 
Applies pertinent information from NOTAMs, A/FD and other flight publications 
Completes a navigation log and simulates filing a VFR flight plan