Air Facts

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Checkrides gone wrong: rope-a-dope Air Facts Journal In 1974, an epic boxing match took place in Zaire, Africa between Muhamed Ali and George Foreman. The very first student I recommended for a Private Pilot checkride was Steve Schwenk. The post Checkrides gone wrong: rope-a-dope appeared first on Air Facts Journal.

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Checkride Airplanes Pilot General Aviation 90

Northstar VFR

JUNE 23, 2024

By Josh Page, CFI The private pilot checkride is the finish line to your flight training. Or if you’re going all the way through to the airlines, the private pilot checkride is a monumental mile marker along your aviation journey. They took a bit more time to study and then they were more than ready for their checkride.

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Checkride Pilot Cockpit Airlines 79

Northstar VFR

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Any subjects youre deficient in will be covered during the oral exam of your checkride. Now lets find out what the checkride is all about The Checkride The practical exam, or checkride, is the final step to becoming a pilot. The passing grade is 70%, but you should try your best to score well!

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Pilot Checkride Weather Airplanes 85

CFI Academy

MARCH 28, 2025

For the FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Airplane Single Engine (ASE) checkride, the demonstration stalls are specific maneuvers that you, as a CFI candidate, must perform and explain to demonstrate your instructional knowledge and ability. There are indeed four demonstration stalls youll need to master for the CFI checkride.

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Aileron Rudder Checkride AGL 96

Ask a Flight Instructor

AUGUST 6, 2024

Let’s say a student was signed off for their private pilot checkride, filled out iacra, and then the checkride was rescheduled for 4 months out. Would the student need new endorsements to take the checkride?I I know iacra would need to be filled out again, but not sure on endorsements.

Checkride 59

Checkride Pilot 59

Northstar VFR

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Recovery from a spin is a guaranteed subject to come up on your private pilot checkride. If you treat it as such in the oral portion of your checkride, youll end it with a disapproval. By the time that you meet with an examiner for your private pilot checkride, youll have put in many hours of study and preparation.

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Pilot Checkride Aileron Airplanes 76

AOPA

OCTOBER 30, 2024

While certificated flight instructors benefit from the removal of expiration dates on their certificates, the recently published regulation changes (most of which take effect December 1) created confusion that could lead to loss of privileges for some.

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Checkride 98

CFI Academy

MARCH 31, 2025

Helping new pilots take their first flights, seeing students pass their checkrides, and knowing you’ve contributed directly to their success provides tremendous personal satisfaction and professional pride. So: Is a CFI Rating Worth It? The answer is a resounding yes.

Checkride 97

Checkride Pilot Airlines Airline 97

Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 10, 2025

Im hoping to take my checkride on the 15th after logging a few more hours of training. The training also includes simulated emergency procedures to prepare for potential in-flight issues. Weve worked through bailout procedures, a runaway prop scenario, and simulated engine fires, Job added.

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Ferry Flight Checkride Descent Airplanes 122

Air Facts

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Friday Photo: Afternoon Stratus Enveloping the Golden Gate Bridge Air Facts Journal The view: Karl The Fog eating the Golden Gate Bridge The pilot: Jim Hopp The airplane: American Champion Citabria The mission: Returning home from a checkride The memory: My student had just passed her Private Pilot checkride in the airplane.

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Checkride Airplanes Pilot 52

Flight Training Central

APRIL 21, 2025

Here well highlight the various maneuvers youll practice during your flight training and be expected to demonstrate during your checkride. Welcome to the latest edition of the Flight Maneuver Spotlight series.

Checkride 52

Checkride Airplanes 52

Flight Training Central

MARCH 12, 2025

Video training, test prep, checkride prep and more. This video shows how these systems work, including the compressor and turbine components, intercooler, wastegate, and engine flight instruments. This video tip is from Sporty’s Commercial Pilot Training Course.

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Airplanes Pilot Checkride 52

Thrust Flight

MAY 23, 2024

Suddenly, the procedures feel more airline-like; you’re flying […] The post 5 Tips For Your Multi-Engine Checkride appeared first on Thrust Flight. You look out your window, and there’s an engine on each wing!

Checkride 52

Checkride Thrust Airlines Airline 52

Inspire

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Steve Krog discusses some of the issues designated pilot examiners are coming across during checkrides. The post Checkrides first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By Joel Kersting, EAA 882109 On August 21, 2024, Emily Ericson and Nathan Ewens both passed their private pilot checkrides, becoming certified private pilots. Emily, EAA 1571675, is a senior at Grand Rapids High School in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.

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Pilot Checkride Hangar 119

Flight Training Central

JANUARY 20, 2025

Sporty’s F light Maneuver Spotlight series highlights the various maneuvers youll practice during your flight training experience and be expected to demonstrate on your checkride.

Checkride 52

Checkride Airplanes 52

Inspire

MAY 9, 2023

It’s checkride day. The post Instrument Checkride first appeared on Hangar Flying. The sun is down, the sky is dark, my alarm goes off. My time to prove all the late nights and early mornings spent studying have been worthwhile.

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Checkride Hangar 40

Inspire

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Congratulations to Lily Busenbark, EAA 1293705, on passing her private pilot checkride on October 20! The post Checkride Milestone — Lily Busenbark first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

The day I started training, my checkride was already scheduled — and it was just two weeks later. The post Checkride Milestone — Mike Sylvestre first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar 40

Ask a Flight Instructor

JULY 24, 2024

so recently I made the biggest mistake of my life and was arrested for a DUI. I’m just curious where my life is about to go from here do I change my career all together or is there even a chance for me to keep trying to build my time? I’m currently a CFI and have about 850 hours.

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Checkride General Aviation Pilot Airlines 59

Thrust Flight

AUGUST 12, 2024

When your DPE sees that you have excellent coordination and can handle various flying skills like takeoffs, landings, and slow flight with […] The post 13 Ways To Impress Your Designated Pilot Examiner On Private Pilot Checkride appeared first on Thrust Flight.

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Checkride Pilot Thrust 52

Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 26, 2024

After the checkride, though, there’s a real benefit in learning how to incorporate the autopilot into your flying. Many training airplanes also include an autopilot in the panel, but it’s not something you’ll use much during primary training.

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Checkride Airplanes 52

Inspire

MARCH 8, 2023

The post My Checkride first appeared on Hangar Flying. After rigorous training, late nights, early mornings, and lots of support, I have officially earned the title of private pilot. Words cannot describe how happy and grateful I am for this opportunity.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Congratulations to Jessica Postle on passing her private pilot checkride on October 9! The post Checkride Milestone — Jessica Postle first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

JULY 7, 2022

Ainsley Busenbark, EAA 1293707, completed her private pilot checkride in June of this year. The post Checkride Milestone — Ainsley Busenbark first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Congratulations Ben Hausch, EAA 1381716, on recently passing his private pilot checkride on August 6! The post Checkride Milestone — Ben Hausch first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

AUGUST 27, 2020

Congratulations to EAA Chapter 105 Ray Scholar recipient Alexander Patrushin, EAA 1262553, on passing his private pilot checkride! The post Checkride Milestone — Alexander Patrushin first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

JULY 29, 2020

Congratulations to Kaylin Hart, EAA Chapter 932’s Ed Moricoli Memorial Flight Training Scholarship recipient, on passing her checkride. The post Checkride Milestone — Kaylin Hart first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

JANUARY 8, 2020

Mateo Colmenero, Ray Aviation scholar and EAA 1200734, successfully passed his checkride on Sunday, just five short months after soloing. The post Checkride Milestone — Mateo Colmenero first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Checkride Hangar 40

Inspire

JANUARY 22, 2020

Congratulations to EAA Chapter 976 Ray Aviation Scholarship recipient Tabitha Yeomans, EAA 1204058, who passed her private pilot checkride on January 12! The post Checkride Milestone — Tabitha Yeomans first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

AUGUST 5, 2020

Congratulations to Jake Owsley, EAA 1283935 and EAA Chapter 677’s Ray Scholar recipient, for passing his private pilot checkride on July 10! The post Checkride Milestone — Jake Owsley first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

JULY 7, 2022

17-year-old Ray scholar John Barber completed his checkride on June 22, officially becoming the first 2022 scholar to complete training and earn their certificate. The post Checkride Milestone — John Barber first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Checkride Hangar 40

Inspire

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The post Checkride Milestone — Faith Rhoads first appeared on Hangar Flying. All of my hard work had paid off and my dream of being a pilot came true. When I returned to my home airport, my instructor and parents were waiting to congratulate me.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Flight Training Central

MARCH 24, 2025

Here we’ll highlight the various maneuvers you’ll practice during your flight training and be expected to demonstrate during your checkride. Welcome to the latest edition of the Flight Maneuver Spotlight series.

Checkride 52

Checkride Airplanes 52

AOPA

JUNE 4, 2024

When I was young, if you heard someone talking to themselves, you crossed the street to avoid them. You know, out of an abundance of caution.

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Checkride 75

Inspire

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

The post Checkride Milestone — Christina Basken first appeared on Hangar Flying. EAA staffer Christina Basken earned her sport pilot certificate on Saturday, November 21.

Checkride 40

Checkride Hangar Pilot 40

Inspire

MAY 23, 2018

Congratulations to Hans Noack, EAA 848994, on passing his private pilot checkride! The post Hans Noack – Private Pilot Checkride Milestone first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Checkride 40

Checkride Pilot Hangar 40