Instrument Checkride Checklist
Instrument Checkride Checklist
General Items
- Ensure all personal items are organized and ready for checkride.
- Maintain a positive and confident attitude.
- Dress appropriately for the checkride.
- Stay hydrated and well-rested before the checkride.
Preparation
- Review FAA regulations and requirements for instrument checkrides.
- Gather all necessary documents (logbook, IACRA, endorsements).
- Confirm checkride date, time, and location with DPE.
- Prepare aircraft and ensure it meets airworthiness requirements.
- Review POH and aircraft systems.
- Practice all required maneuvers in the aircraft.
- Prepare for weather briefing and flight planning.
Pre-Flight Briefing
- Conduct a thorough pre-flight briefing with DPE.
- Discuss flight plan, route, and expected weather.
- Review emergency procedures and aircraft limitations.
Flight Maneuvers
- Demonstrate instrument scan techniques.
- Perform standard rate turns on instruments.
- Execute climbs and descents with proper airspeed control.
- Conduct approaches (ILS, VOR, RNAV) to minimums.
- Demonstrate holding patterns.
- Recover from unusual attitudes.
- Perform a go-around and missed approach.
- Demonstrate navigation using VOR, GPS, and DME.
Post-Flight Evaluation
- Debrief with DPE on flight performance.
- Review strengths and areas for improvement.
- Discuss any questions or concerns post-flight.
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