Everything student pilots need to know about mock checkrides, how they work, and why they dramatically increase first-attempt pass rates.

When researching flight schools, you may come across the phrase “dedicated DPE” and wonder what it actually means. At CFI Academy, we believe in full transparency, especially when it comes to your training, your checkride, and your investment in a professional aviation career. This blog post clarifies how Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs) work, what “dedicated” really means in our context, and why our checkride process gives students a smoother, more predictable path to certification.