Title:
Cleared for Discussion - Elevating Standards in CFI and DPE Collaboration
Topic:
Bridging the Gap Between Instruction and Evaluation: Improving Training Outcomes Through Open Dialogue
Speaker(s):
Gary Isaacs, Jeff Erickson, Boise FSDO DPE's
Brief Description:
Join us for an in-person CFI/DPE Forum at Caldwell Airport (KEUL) on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 3:00 PM. This interactive session brings together Certified Flight Instructors and Designated Pilot Examiners for a candid, solutions-focused conversation about current check ride trends, student performance, examiner expectations, and strategies to enhance training and testing outcomes.
Whether you're a seasoned instructor or a new CFI, this is a unique opportunity to ask questions, gain insight, and strengthen the bridge between instruction and evaluation. Let’s work together to raise the bar for aviation training in our region.
Select Number:
NM11136758
Location of Seminar:
Hubler Terminal at Caldwell Executive Airport
4814 E. Linden Street
Caldwell, ID 83605
Directions to Venue:
Hubler Terminal Conference Room
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Seating:
70
seats at the facility,
64
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
Boise FSDO FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
As we prepare for our upcoming CFI/DPE Forum, we invite all local flight instructors, examiners, and aviation educators to share topics or concerns you’d like to see addressed during the event. Our goal is to foster collaboration, improve communication, and identify actionable ways to support student success—particularly in increasing local check ride pass rates.
Whether it's common check ride pitfalls, trends you've noticed in student performance, questions about ACS interpretation, or ideas for standardizing training approaches—we want to hear from you.
Please submit your suggestions to Gary Isaacs at gisaacs139@gmail.com or Jeff Erickson at jeffrey.a.erickson@faa.gov
We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the City of Caldwell and the Caldwell Airport for their generous support and the use of the terminal facilities for this event.
We also want to thank the participating Designated Pilot Examiners for volunteering their time, sharing their expertise, and supporting the development of our current and future CFI's. Your contributions are vital to the strength and safety of our local aviation community.
Equal Access Information:
The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the “Contact Information” area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.
Credit Applicability:
1 Credit for Advanced Knowledge Topic 2
½ Credit for Master Knowledge Topic 2
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
CFI/DPE Forum
Additional Event Documents:
