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This is one of the few cases where the FAA states what is not required. Jason is correct: no written exam is required for the add-on SE to the ATP.

The DPE probably allowed her to continue thinking he would debrief the TPA if the rest of the ride was solid. The FAA's Examiner Handbook does not allow for second chances and he could have ended the ride at the TPA. I found that my best students/clients had the most trouble on practical...

When the FAA started, they had one page of rules. Pilots, crewmembers, passengers, manufactures, and everyone else under the FAA's jurisdiction, are human. The FAA regulations are responses to the human issues that lead to incidents and mishaps.

This is a quick bit of advice for all student pilots, and pilots receiving training: Many flight instructors have not charged for ground training and other instructional time which should be compensated. This practice has promoted an environment where a good pre-brief and debrief is becoming a...