Required Pre-Solo Flight Training per §61.87 (d) and §61.93 (e)
An often-missed item on solo signoffs is the logging of required flight training. §61.87 (d) states Maneuvers and procedures for...
Changes to Complex Requirements for Commercial and CFI Practical Tests
The FAA recently published FAA Order 8900.463. It no longer requires a complex aircraft for the practical test. There is no change to...
Safety Pilot Time
Safety pilot is required by §91.109(c) when one pilot is utilizing a view limiting device for simulated instrument time. So, when might...
FAA Publishes AC 61-65G (cancels 61-65F)
Instructors! The FAA has recently released AC 61-65G. It replaces AC 61-65F. Please take the time to review the changes to this AC...
Commercial ACS Posted on the FAA's Website
The FAA has published the draft of the new Commercial Airman Certification Standards (ACS). The ACS goes into effect June 12, 2017. ...
Third Class Airman Medical Reform
On July 15, 2016, The FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (PL 114-190) (FESSA) was signed into law. The FAA has published...
New Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-8083-3B Released
The FAA has released a new Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-8083-3B. You can download the pdf version here or go to the forms and links page...
Private Pilot ACS SAFO on Slow Flight Issued
The FAA ACS Focus Team has issued a Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) for the slow flight maneuver required on the Private Pilot...
Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25B) Updated
The FAA has recently updated the Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25B). You can download it for free here. ...
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Welcome to Utah DPE! This site has useful information regarding FAA Practical Tests (checkrides). Here you can find useful links,...
