Pilot reviews

Checkride experiences, in pilots' own words

Structured feedback from pilots who flew the practical test, most recent first.

Reviews are unpaid, first-hand opinions submitted by pilots. DPE Connect does not verify, endorse, or edit them for substance, and every practical test outcome depends on the applicant's own preparation.

Verified pilotPassed

Private Pilot ASEL

5.0

QA Comped Examiner

QA one.

Briefing & prep

4.0

Communication & fairness

5.0

Oral & scenario depth

4.0

Debrief & disposition

5.0

Verified pilotPassed

Instrument Airplane

4.0

QA Comped Examiner

QA two.

Briefing & prep

4.0

Communication & fairness

4.0

Oral & scenario depth

3.0

Debrief & disposition

4.0

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