MockDPE
AI-powered FAA checkride oral exam simulator for pilot certification prep
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MockDPE is an AI-powered simulator that helps pilots practice FAA oral exams for Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, and Private Pilot certifications using
About MockDPE
MockDPE is an AI-powered FAA checkride oral exam simulator covering Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, and Private Pilot oral exams. The platform uses live METAR and TAF weather data from real US airports to generate scenario-based questions that simulate actual checkride conditions. Each session is scored against FAA Airman Certification Standards with area-by-area debriefs showing where pilots need to focus study time.
The simulator includes three DPE personas—Mike Thompson (retired airline captain), Reece Barrett (active DPE), and Robert Chen (military background)—allowing pilots to practice against different examiner styles. Every regulation question is sourced from real FARs, the Aeronautical Information Manual, or Advisory Circulars, with citations visible to users.
MockDPE focuses on depth per rating rather than breadth, supporting full ACS task tracking, live-weather scenario generation, and adaptive questioning. The platform offers a free limited session without credit card requirement, with premium plans providing unlimited checkrides, focused-area practice, diagnostics, lessons, and progress tracking.
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In the toolkit
- Live METAR and TAF weather data integration
- Scenario-based questions using real US airports
- Multiple DPE examiner personas
- FAA ACS-aligned scoring per area of operation
- Personalized weak-area identification
- Gouge upload for customized practice
- Full voice-based oral exam simulation
- FAR/AIM citations and regulatory references
- Post-session area-by-area debrief
- Progress dashboard with ACS tracking
Pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free: One limited mock checkride session with no credit card required. Premium Monthly: $49/month for unlimited mock checkrides and all premium features. Premium Annual: $349/year for unlimited mock checkrides billed annually, saving $239 per year versus monthly billing.
Community Q&A
QWhat is MockDPE?
From the profile MockDPE is an AI-powered FAA checkride oral exam simulator covering Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, and Private Pilot oral exams. You practice with an AI Designated Pilot Examiner that asks scenario-based questions using live aviation weather and real US airports, then evaluates your responses against the FAA Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
QIs MockDPE a substitute for a real checkride?
From the profile No. MockDPE is a study and practice tool. Only an FAA-authorized Designated Pilot Examiner can issue a real certificate or rating. MockDPE is built to help you arrive at the real checkride better prepared.
QHow realistic are the oral exam questions?
From the profile Every session pulls live METAR and TAF data from aviationweather.gov, builds a scenario around real US airports, and weaves the actual conditions into the DPE's questions. Answers are evaluated against the relevant FAA ACS with regulatory references cited where relevant.
QDoes MockDPE cover the full Instrument ACS?
From the profile Yes. Every Area of Operation in the FAA Instrument Rating ACS is covered, and your performance is scored per area so you can see exactly where to focus your study time.
QDo I have to pay to try MockDPE?
From the profile No. You can run one limited mock checkride session for free without entering a credit card. Premium plans unlock unlimited checkrides, focused-area practice, diagnostics, lessons, and gouge upload.
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