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Please note the rate change for Initial CFI tests effective 10/01/2025
All tests will have an extra $50 fee if a paper application is required.
Designated Pilot Examiner Services
Please note: if I am unable to start the test due to foreseeable non-weather related reasons (applicant not meeting requirements, aircraft without the proper paperwork, improper AD compliance, etc.), a $300 fee will be added to the next scheduled attempt.
Non-CFI Initial Practical Tests
Practical Test at 2I0, AJG, CUL, DCY, EHR, EVV, HNB, LWV, or OWB $750
Practical Test at all other airports $1,000
CFI Initial Practical Tests
CFI Initial Practical Test at 2I0, AJG, CUL, DCY, EHR, EVV, HNB, LWV, or OWB $1,250 ($1,500 effective 10/01/2025)
CFI Initial Practical Test at all other airports $1,500 ($1,750 effective 10/01/2025)
Retests
Retest $150 per hour, plus travel fee (if applicable)
Retest travel fee to the airports not listed above $250
Discontinuances
I do not charge an addtional test fee for a test attempt that ends with the issuance of a Letter of Discontinuance; however, if I am required to travel to an airport not listed above for the test continuance, a $250 travel fee will apply.
Administrative Activities
Remote Pilot Certificates, SIC Type Ratings, Student Pilot Certificates, Ground Instructor Certificates, etc. for non-CFIs.
$75
Flight Instructor Renewal Application Processing or Ground Instructor Application Processing for CFIs
I have worked with before (No Practical Test required) No charge if paperwork is in order
Flight Instructor Renewal Application Processing or Ground Instructor Application Processing for CFIs
I have not worked with before (No Practical Test required) $75
Flight/Ground Instruction
Flight or Ground Instruction $75/hour
Flight or Ground Instruction for WINGS credit $50/hour