Below you will find the details for this seminar. You may register by clicking the "Register" link.


Title:
CFI DPE Forum - AVIT Flight Academy
Topic:
Bridging the Gap: A Collaborative Forum for CFIs and DPEs
Date and Time:
Monday, August 31, 2026, starting at 17:15 Eastern Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Michael Emmerich FAASTeam Program Manager and Several DPEs
Brief Description:

Please join us for a special CFI & DPE Meeting

This session is designed to connect Flight Instructors directly with Designated Pilot Examiners to help elevate your teaching and improve your students' success.

Meeting Highlights:

  • Connect with DPEs: Build professional relationships with local examiners.
  • Improve Preparation: Learn how to better equip students for their practical tests.
  • Clarify Expectations: Understand exactly what DPEs look for during oral and flight evaluations.
  • Debunk Myths: Clear up common checkride misconceptions and ACS interpretations.
  • Endorse with Confidence: Gain peace of mind when signing off your students/applicants.

Please come prepared with any questions for the examiners.

Select Number:
GL25146006
Location of Seminar:
Avit Flight Academy Wadsworth Ohio
840 Airport Drive, Wadsworth, OH

Wadsworth, OH 44281
Directions to Venue:

The forum will be conducted immediately following the hosts monthly CFI meeting in Avit Flight Academy's classroom at Wadsworth Municipal Aiport - 3G3.

Please enter the FBO through the main entrance and wait there for the monthly meeting to conclude. 

Those wishing to join virtually may do so on the link below.

You will be admitted to the forum at the conclusion of the monthly meeting.

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/255133034021736?p=kdWlmhISHNKazL4q3R 

To facilitate dialogue and effectively accomodate as many questions as possible, please submit specific topics or any inquiries ahead of the CFI-DPE forum to:    michael.j.emmerich@faa.gov

 


Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  3G3
Seating:
50 seats at the facility, 37 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Contact Information:
Michael EMMERICH
Phone: (440) 686-2025
michael.j.emmerich@faa.gov
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

Thanks to AVIT Flight Academy for hosting this collaborative forum, and to the participating DPEs for their dedication to upholding the highest standards 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:
1 Credit for Advanced Knowledge Topic 1
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
CFI/DPE Forum
Additional Event Documents: