FAA-H-8083-28, Aviation Weather Handbook Handbook Updated 12-21-2022
The FAA has updated the FAA-H-8083-28, Aviation Weather Handbook as of 12-21-2022. Click here to see the newest version.
Continue reading →Draft Updated and New ACS/PTS Documents Posted for Public Review and Comment Dec 12, 2022
The FAA has recently posted over 30 new ACS/PTS documents that will serve as updates to current documents, transitions from PTS for some documents, and new documents for new types of certification (primarily powered-lift aircraft). DPEs and flight training industry … Continue reading →
FAA issues memorandum on Powered-Lift Aircraft on Additional Rating Tables
The FAA has recently released a memorandum regarding non-allowance of waiving of task items for applicants adding additional categories of certification during practical tests. It is expected when ACS/PTS documents are updated in the future that this may change, but … Continue reading →
Updated Response from AFS-810 on Power Off 180
The FAA is now including updated guidance on the conduct of power off 180 degree landings as provided in a response from AFS-810 on July 5, 2022 in DPE recurrence training. For those that are between cycles, this information may … Continue reading →
New FAA Risk Management Handbook (FAA-H-8083-2A) Available June 2, 2022
The FAA has released an updated FAA FAA Risk Management Handbook (FAA-H-8083-2A) as of June 2, 2022. Those engaged in the pilot training and/or testing process are encouraged to review the updated document. Click here to see the new FAA … Continue reading →
Instrument Rating Practical Tests
Dear Designees: On 02/28/2022 the Office of the Chief Council (AGC-240) issued a memorandum rescinding two legal interpretations pertaining to instrument training requirements under 14 CFR § 61.65. Specifically, the memorandum clarified the instrument approach procedures that may satisfy § … Continue reading →
FAA Releases FAA Order 8000.95B (Designee Management Policy)
Designees are encouraged to review the updated FAA Order 8000.95B that was published and signed recently. It can be found at: https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Order/Order_8000.95B.pdf
Continue reading →Changes to Instrument Rating Cross Country Approach Requirement
Changes to Instrument Rating Cross Country Approach Requirement Notice Number: NOTC2305 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently reviewed two legal interpretation and determined they were overly restrictive. The Glaser (2008) and Pratte (2012) legal interpretations focused on the requirements of … Continue reading →
DMS Release 5.7 – Update Information
The FAA has recently updated DMS to version 5.7. For more information about what is included in this release, click here.
Continue reading →Draft FAA Order 8000.95B Available for Review
The FAA has recently published a draft update to the order that governs much of the work that DPEs conduct in FAA Order 8000.95B. Much of the changes codify changes were allowed via deviation memorandum over the past year including … Continue reading →