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Guides for checkride applicants on finding DPEs, managing your waitlist, and preparing for checkrides.

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Getting Started

Create your account and learn how to use the platform as an applicant.

Creating Your Account
How to sign up for a free applicant account on DPE Waitlist.
Setting Up Your Profile
Complete your profile with contact information and preferences.
Linking Your FAA Airman Registry Account
Connect your FAA certificate data to enable automated checklist generation.
Adding Your Phone Number for SMS
Opt in to text message notifications for checkride offers and updates.
Understanding the Applicant Dashboard
A tour of the applicant dashboard and its main sections.

Finding a DPE

Search for and connect with Designated Pilot Examiners in your area.

Using the DPE Map
How to use the interactive map to find DPEs near you.
Filtering DPEs by Checkride Type
How to filter the DPE map by the type of checkride you need.
Viewing DPE Profiles, Locations, and Fees
What information is available about each DPE before you join their waitlist.

Waitlist

Join DPE waitlists, track your position, and respond to checkride offers.

Joining a DPE's Waitlist
How to join a DPE's waitlist for a specific checkride type.
Managing Multiple Waitlists
How to manage being on multiple DPE waitlists at the same time.
Leaving a Waitlist
How to remove yourself from a DPE's waitlist.
Responding to Checkride Offers
How checkride offers work, and how to accept or decline them.

Checkrides

Manage your confirmed checkrides, view details, and handle changes.

Viewing Your Confirmed Checkrides
How to see all your upcoming confirmed checkrides and their details.
Understanding DPE Fees, Locations, and Travel Fees
How checkride fees are calculated including base fees and travel fees.
Viewing Checkride Instructions
Where to find DPE-specific and location-specific instructions for your checkride.
Canceling a Checkride
How to cancel a confirmed checkride and what happens to your waitlist position.

Pre-Checkride Readiness

Complete your pre-checkride checklist and prepare for checkride day.

Your Pre-Checkride Checklist
How to complete your pre-checkride checklist, upload documents, verify certificates, and prepare with the packing checklist.

Documents

Upload, manage, and track documents for your checkrides.

Uploading and Managing Documents
How to upload and manage documents for your checkride.

Messaging

Communicate with your DPE through the integrated messaging system.

Messages and Notifications
How to communicate with your DPE and manage your notification preferences.

Receipts

View and print receipts for your completed checkrides.

Viewing and Printing Receipts
How to find, view, and print receipts for checkrides you have completed.

Publications

Access FAA regulations and advisory circulars for checkride preparation.

Accessing FAA Publications
How to browse and read FAA publications available on the platform.
Searching Regulations and Advisory Circulars
How to search for specific regulations, sections, or topics.