This week, the FAA implemented one of the requests the industry group made and has issued a deviation from FAA Order 8900.2 that previously limited examiners from conducting any additional (either full or partial) practical tests in the day that … Continue reading →
An FAA/Industry group has been working to decrease delays in scheduling of practical tests that are being experienced in some regions recently. As this work continues, an effort to better understand where and why some of these delays are being experienced … Continue reading →
Tired of trying to look up FAA Knowledge Test Codes for your student or applicant in a pdf file or on a scrolling website? So was I. So, I created a website that does it for you with help from … Continue reading →
The FAA has released the March 2017 Quarterly DPE Newsletter. Like previous newsletters, this conveys information regarding the conduct and provision of practical tests that is important for examiners to review. Click Here to See the March 2017 DPE Quarterly … Continue reading →
The FAA has released a SAFO on the Use of Onboard or Installed Electronic Navigation Equipment on a Private Pilot Airplane Practical Test that serves to notify private pilot applicants, instructors, Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 … Continue reading →
Ever have a hard time determining the correct aircraft model, make, or code to enter into IACRA for an applicant’s practical test? I know I have! Some aircraft are much harder to find than others, so here is a little … Continue reading →
In a recent practical test, I ran into the IACRA challenge that the aircraft to be used for the test, in this case, a Flight Design CT, was not available in the list of aircraft for the applicant in IACRA. … Continue reading →
The most recent FAA Learning Statement Reference Guide was updated, you can access it here: FAA Learning Statement Reference Guide 9-19-2016
Continue reading →Designated Pilot Examiners have experienced discussion debating what was intended in the private pilot airman certification standards (ACS) for use when demonstrating use of an installed electronic navigation system and demonstrating use of installed navigation equipment function and displays under … Continue reading →
The FAA has recently sent out its Fall 2016 FAA DPE Quarterly communication. In the event that you did not get this in an email, you can get it here: Click Here for the Fall 2016 DPE Quarterly
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