The FAA provided the following this past week: “In the latest DMS release notes, we told you there would be new functionality in populating certain data fields. Unfortunately, this data push did not happen as we expected. Don’t worry; we’re … Continue reading →
Examiners are recommended to review the recent FAA Notice N8900.536 – Changes to the Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR). Click here to review the notice.
Continue reading →The Winter 2020 DPE Quarterly Newsletter produced by the FAA is available. Click Here to see it.
Continue reading →RELEASE OVERVIEW 4.1 – EXTERNAL USERS The below list contains the latest updates for the Designee Management System (DMS). These should take effect by COB January 16. If you have any questions, first reach out to your MS before contacting … Continue reading →
FYI RE Airman Knowledge Tests! From a recent communication to DPEs, but important also for all flight instructors, the following communication from the FAA was indicated: Important changes to Knowledge Test Reports! Effective January 13, 2020, any applicant that wishes … Continue reading →
The Fall 2019 DPE Quarterly Newsletter produced by the FAA is available. Click Here to see it.
Continue reading →Pilots for whom DPEs conduct practical tests aren’t just applicants, they are also customers. As a DPE, there are many things that can be done to help improve the practical test experience, allay some concerns, and enhance the professionalism of … Continue reading →
Incorporating changes for DMS and other authorizations, the FAA has released Change 5 for FAA Order 8000.95 that provides guidance for FAA Designated Pilot Examiners. Click Here to View or Download the Updated FAA Order 8900.95 Chg 5 DPEs are … Continue reading →
The FAA has provided some additional reference to help DPEs with use of the DMS system, specifically related to copy functionality for pre-approval requests. The information is as follows:
Continue reading →The FAA has provided notes for the version 3.7 update of DMS that may be helpful. They are below:
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