Epic Flight Academy Expands Training Capabilities
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The FAA has granted Epic Flight Academy self-examining authority to conduct in-house checkrides, allowing the school to schedule examinations internally.
Shane Williams, Director of Flight Operations, said, “Epic can now set checkride dates and times internally, avoiding delays caused by limited Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) availability. This reduces bottlenecks when many students are ready at the same time. Also, instructors and check airmen align training and testing closely, which promotes a uniform safety and evaluation culture.”
Several members of Epic’s senior flight instructing staff are designated to conduct the examinations, and more instructors are expected to train and qualify as the academy continues to enhance its Part 141 flight training operations.
Epic’s first in-house checkride pass was achieved in August 2025 when Logan Dochtermann earned his instrument rating with instructor Breyton Jackson.
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