Updated 8710-1 form
Just released today…a new 8710-1 form. I know most of us use IACRA, but in case you have to use paper, here is the new form. http://www.faa.gov/documentlibrary/media/form/faa8710-1.pdf
Continue reading →2013 DPE Recurrent Training Study Files
For anyone’s study, here are the 2013 DPE Recurrent Training Files for dowload (click to download or view): Lesson 1 Recurrent DPE Lesson 2 Recurrent DPE Lesson 3 Recurrent DPE Lesson 4 Recurrent DPE Lesson 5 Recurrent DPE Lesson 6 … Continue reading →
Some DPEs advised must meet initial requirements EVERY year or…
It has been brought to the attention of this group that some FSDOs have been notified by their region that examiners must meet the INITIAL DPE EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS every year or a waiver will be required for them to keep … Continue reading →
FAA Learning Statement Reference Codes Update Feb 11 2013
Note that the FAA Learning Statement Reference Code document was updated on February 11, 2013. Click Here for the document.
Continue reading →PTS Updates – Gyroplane/CFI
Recent PTS Changes: 5/6/13 Private Pilot Practical Test Standards for Rotorcraft (Helicopter, Gyroplane) (FAA-S-8081-15A with Change 1) 5/3/13 Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards for Airplane and Helicopter (FAA-S-8081-9D with change 1)
Continue reading →Scammers target flight schools, CFIs
http://flighttraining.aopa.org/fsb/news/130507scammers-target-flight-schools-cfis.html?WT.mc_id=20130507fbonews&WT.mc_sect=nws
Continue reading →GRR DPE Practical Test Cost Survey
The following represents a survey of average costs for practical tests administered by FAA Designated Pilot Examiners in the Grand Rapids, Michigan FSDO beginning June 1, 2013. Private Pilot – Airplane SEL … Continue reading →
PTS With Recent Modification
Where to Find Updates – https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/test_standards/#Pilots (as of 4/29/13)
Continue reading →SEED Program Oversight for DPEs
On February 12, 2013 the FAASTeam released a Notice about the SEED program for DPE feedback. The notice is below and can also be found at: http://www.faasafety.gov/spans/noticeView.aspx?nid=4552. Examiners should know that this program is a part of an FAA effort … Continue reading →