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An FAA Private Pilot checkride costs between $600 and $1,200. Flight Instructor checkrides can cost up to $2,000. A failure during the oral examination portion of the checkride means just that; a failure. There are no refunds.

A comprehensive mock checkride is the best way to verify that you are ready to pass your FAA checkride on the first attempt. Book yours today!

What is a Mock Checkride?

A mock checkride is an opportunity for you to assess your preparedness for your upcoming FAA Practical Test.

Meet with Scott Kinney, an experienced FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI/AGI/IGI), for a comprehensive mock checkride experience from the comfort of your own home.

Our mock checkrides follow FAA Order 8900.2C and use a Plan of Action, similar to that used by FAA Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs). We will cover all required ACS/PTS subjects as well as Special Emphasis Areas.

We’re a no-BS operation. If you’re not ready to take a checkride, we’ll say so. If you’re prepared, we’ll give you a vote of confidence that you can carry forward into your FAA exam.

A mock checkride typically runs 2.5 to 3 hours, with a 15 to 30 minute debrief at the end of the session. Plan for 3.5 hours for most mock checkride appointments (instructor orals, allow for 4 hours). Currently, we offer mock checkrides for Private Pilot, Sport Pilot, Commercial Pilot, CFI, and CFI-Sport. Pricing ranges from $225 to $325.

Here’s what to expect with a mock checkride.

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Customized for You

Whether you are flying a Cessna in the Class Golf airspace of Montana or a Cirrus in the New York Class Bravo, we'll be reviewing questions that you might see on your actual checkride.

Each mock checkride includes a scenario tailored specifically to you and your airplane.

The exam will be conducted with the same structure and verbiage used by FAA DPEs in actual FAA checkrides. Our goal is to provide you the most realistic mock checkride experience possible.

Evaluation

After your mock checkride, expect a 15 to 30 minute debrief. You'll receive a pass/fail grade, as you would on an actual checkride.

During the debrief, we will talk about areas of strengths and weaknesses, as well as strategies for improvement prior to your checkride date.

If desired, an ACS/PTS-based written debrief can be sent to you and/or your flight instructor.

Pricing

A complete mock checkride and debrief is $225 for Private Pilot and Sport Pilot, $250 for Commercial Pilot, and $325 for CFI Initial or CFI-Sport Initial.

Review in deficient subject areas can be conducted after the mock checkride, schedule permitting, at a rate of $75/hour.

An ACS/PTS-based written evaluation is available for an additional $50. This is a great way to communicate deficiencies to your regular flight instructor.

A $75 deposit is required to book an appointment. Payment for mock checkrides is requested prior to test administration. PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle are accepted.

Resources

What to Bring

You'll want to bring the same items that you would on the day of your FAA checkride. Click here for checklists.

Common Deficiencies

Here are a few areas where we often find applicants to be lacking.

Free Checkride Prep Guide

We've put together a comprehensive checkride prep guide that you can use to get ready for your FAA Practical Test.

Ten Reasons for a Mock Checkride

Ten great reasons you should consider doing an online mock checkride with a MockCheckride.com instructor.

Example Scenario

Check out an example flight planning scenario for a Private Pilot checkride.

Video Conferencing

Even if you're new to video conferencing, Zoom makes it easy to log on and experience a face-to-face mock checkride. We suggest the Zoom desktop client for a seamless experience. We can also conduct sessions via Skype, Google Meet, Facebook Video, and other software by prior arrangement.

Schedule Now!

  • Please schedule using the form below. If you need assistance, email scott@mockcheckride.com.

  • We recommend scheduling your mock checkride between one and two weeks prior to your checkride date. This will allow for time to review any deficient areas that are identified during our meeting.

  • We require a $75 deposit to reserve your appointment. You may also pay the full balance while booking. If the full balance is not paid in advance, we will collect the remainder during the Zoom call.

  • In the event you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please provide at least 24 hours notice. We will do our best to accommodate reschedule requests. If you cancel with more than 24 hours notice, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice or no-show to the appointment, you will forfeit your reservation deposit. Email scott@mockcheckride.com to cancel/change an appointment.

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