Private Pilot Checkride
FAA-authorized Private Pilot practical exams (checkrides) for applicants completing their Part 61 training. The checkride is administered by a certified FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and includes both an oral exam and a flight evaluation based on the current FAA Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
Follow the Checklist down below for a Smooth Checkride
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After completing the checklist, please email or message me to confirm that all required items are ready.
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Once I receive your confirmation, we can move forward to secure a date for your checkride.
Please note that checkride scheduling typically requires 2–3 weeks of lead time, so submitting your completion notice promptly will help ensure the earliest available date.
Requirements & Checkride Overview
To qualify for your Private Pilot License , you must meet the following requirements:
Eligibility Requirements
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Be at least 17 years old
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Hold a Student Pilot Certificate and a Third Class Medical Certificate
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Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
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Flight Training Requirements – Minimum 40 Hours
Your training will include a combination of dual instruction (with an instructor) and solo flight time:
Dual Instruction – Minimum 20 Hours
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3 hours cross-country flight training in a single-engine airplane
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3 hours night flight training, including:
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1 cross-country flight over 100 NM total distance
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10 takeoffs and 10 full-stop landings at night at an airport with a traffic pattern
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3 hours instrument training in a single-engine airplane
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3 hours of training within 60 days prior to the checkride
Solo Flight – Minimum 10 Hours
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5 hours solo cross-country
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1 solo cross-country flight of at least 150 NM total distance
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Must include 3 full-stop landings and 1 leg of at least 50 NM
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3 full-stop solo takeoffs and landings at an airport with an operating control tower
What's Included In the CheckRide
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Oral Exam (1.5–2.5 hours)
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Flight Test (1.5–2.0 hours)
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Post-flight debrief and paperwork submission
Aircraft Used:
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Cessna 172 (Standard or G1000 available)
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Piper Warrior (optional upon request)
Fees:
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Examiner Fee: $700
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Aircraft Rental (Cessna 172): $180/hour (wet)
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Ground Time with Instructor (optional prep): $65/hour
Scheduling:
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Checkrides are available 7 days a week, with flexible morning or afternoon slots.
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Prior scheduling is required—48-hour minimum notice.
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Rescheduling due to weather or maintenance is accommodated at no extra charge.
Requirements to Schedule:
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Current 3rd Class Medical
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FAA Knowledge Test (written) passed
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Completed logbook endorsements
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Aircraft maintenance records and airworthiness documents
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Government-issued photo ID