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Title:
The Check Ride and Beyond
Topic:
Understanding the FAA Airman Certification Standards
Date and Time:
Thursday, February 26, 2026, starting at 19:00 Eastern Standard Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Bruce Thompson, DPE
Brief Description:

In this 2 hour seminar, Bruce Thompson, local Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), will present about the duties and responsibilities of being an FAA DPE.

This event will give all pilots, especially Instructors, a look at the missed steps when preparing an applicant for the check ride. This seminar will convey to applicants and Instructors, the expectations of the DPE and touch on situations where the Instructors have not thoroughly prepared their applicants for the check-ride. In addition, the importance of understanding the Airman Certification Standard and its part within the safety management system (SMS) will be discussed. The WINGS program and Pilot Proficiency will be detailed to help your journey for continuing education.

Select Number:
EA17141550
Location of Seminar:
Chester County Aviation (CCA)
1 Earhart Dr
Hangar 2
Coatesville, PA 19320
Directions to Venue:

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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  MQS
Seating:
75 seats at the facility, 26 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Contact Information:
Eric Sieracki
Phone: (610) 595-2478
eric.sieracki@faa.gov
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

Thanks to Chester County Aviation management and staff for their support of aviation safety! 

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:
Basic WINGS
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 3
Advanced WINGS
1 Credit for Advanced Knowledge Topic 2
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
CFI/DPE Forum
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