In this second vodcast of a series, veteran designated pilot examiner Jason Blair talks to AVweb’s Paul Bertorelli about why applicants sometimes fail checkrides. The good news is that not many do, but you can improve the odds of success by actually reading the ACS or PTS so you know what’s coming. View the first video here.
Jason Blair-How Not To Fail A Checkride
Key Takeaways:
- Most pilot checkride applicants pass, but failures do happen.
- A common reason for checkride failure is applicants not fully understanding what's expected of them.
- Applicants can significantly increase their success rate by thoroughly reviewing the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) or Practical Test Standards (PTS) beforehand.
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