Hummingbird Aviation is an FAA and FCC approved testing center. Our tests are administered on computer using the Computer Assisted Testing Service (CATS) system. We offer three well lit, quiet testing rooms equipped with new dedicated computers for the ultimate testing experience. At the end of your examination, your test will be scored and your results printed immediately. As an AOPA member you receive $10 off each exam! You must present your current, valid AOPA membership card to receive the discount. Join AOPA now!

We offer the most flexible hours in the Twin Cities. Walk-ins are welcome. At Hummingbird Aviation, testing is conducted seven days a week from 9 AM to 7 PM; however, most tests must start by 4 PM in order to allow ample time to finish. Note that you must pre-register with CATS in order to test on Saturday afternoon or Sunday. Have a special request?  Just call and ask!

Hummingbird offers the following computer-based exams:

Pre-register and Prepay with CATS

1.  Call CATS at 1-800-947-4228 during the following hours for registration:

            M-F 8AM to 7PM (Central Time)

            Saturday 10AM to 2PM (Central Time)

            Sunday  closed

2.  Have a credit card handy.

3.  Hummingbird Aviation is site number 55301.

4.  Call Hummingbird Aviation at 952-944-2628 to reserve a testing room.

Register and Pay at Hummingbird

1.  Call Hummingbird Aviation at 952-944-2628 to reserve a testing room.

2.  Arrive 15 minutes early to complete on-site registration.

Registration at Hummingbird can be conducted only during the hours listed above for CATS center registration.

          Note: Walk in testing is on a first come first served basis and pre-registered applicants have priority over walk-in customers.