Accessing Checkride Type Configuration

To configure your checkride types, open Settings from the user menu (your initial, top right) and select the Checkride Types tab. This page lists all the checkride types you currently offer and allows you to add, edit, or remove them.

Types are listed in groups, one for each certificate and aircraft (for example Private ASEL), in the order Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI and ATP. A group's row shows the range of durations and fees across its types; click its arrow to see each of its types (Initial, Add-on, and the flight portion only of each), and again to close it.

The Checkride Types tab: one row for each group of types, with its durations, fees and instructions
The Checkride Types tab: one row for each group of types, with its durations, fees and instructions
The Private ASEL group opened: Initial, Add-on and the flight portion of each, with their durations, fees and instructions
The Private ASEL group opened: Initial, Add-on and the flight portion of each, with their durations, fees and instructions

Adding a New Checkride Type

Click the button to add a new checkride type. You will be presented with a list of FAA checkride types to choose from. The list covers all practical test combinations, including:

  • Private Pilot — ASEL, AMEL, rotorcraft, glider, and other category/class combinations
  • Instrument Rating — Airplane, helicopter
  • Commercial Pilot — ASEL, AMEL, rotorcraft, and more
  • Flight Instructor (CFI) — Initial, CFII, MEI, and related certificates
  • Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) — Airplane and other categories

Select the specific type that matches your FAA designation.

Add Checkride Type, starting with the certificate: Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor (CFI) or ATP
Add Checkride Type, starting with the certificate: Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor (CFI) or ATP

Setting the Duration

For each checkride type, you must set the expected duration in minutes. This is how long the scheduler allocates for the checkride on your calendar. Common durations include:

  • Private Pilot ASEL: 180-240 minutes (3-4 hours)
  • Instrument Rating: 180-240 minutes (3-4 hours)
  • Commercial Pilot ASEL: 120-180 minutes (2-3 hours)
  • CFI Initial: 240-300 minutes (4-5 hours)
  • ATP: 180-240 minutes (3-4 hours)

Set the duration based on how long you typically need for each type, including both the oral and flight portions.

Understanding Type Variants

Many checkride types have variants based on aircraft category and class. For example, a Private Pilot checkride has separate types for Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL), Airplane Multi-Engine Land (AMEL), Rotorcraft Helicopter, and others. Make sure you add the specific variants that match your authorization and the aircraft types available in your area.

Editing an Existing Type

Click Edit on a group to edit all of its types at once: the duration, fee and instructions of each. For all its types sets the same instructions on every type in the group. Click Save to save the group's changes, or Cancel to drop them; either closes the group again. Changes to duration affect how the scheduler allocates time for future checkrides but do not change the duration of already-scheduled checkrides.

The Private ASEL group being edited: a duration, fee and instructions for each type, Remove on a type, and Cancel and Save
The Private ASEL group being edited: a duration, fee and instructions for each type, Remove on a type, and Cancel and Save

Removing a Checkride Type

If you no longer offer a particular checkride type, click Edit on its group and then Remove on the type; its flight portion goes with it, and it's removed when you save. Be aware that removing a type may affect applicants on your waitlist who are waiting for that type. Review your waitlist before removing a type to make sure no one is left without a path forward.

The scheduler uses the duration you configure to calculate how many checkrides can fit in your available time. Setting accurate durations is essential for the scheduler to create a realistic and achievable schedule.
When in doubt about duration, err on the side of a longer estimate. It is better to finish early than to have checkrides running over and conflicting with the next appointment on your calendar.