Checkride Chat
Checkride Chat is real talk for the pilots. Jason and Wally are both Designated Pilot Examiners as well as Wide body Captains for United Airlines. We share real world flight tips, cockpit stories and straight talk about what it actually takes to pass a check ride and build a professional pilot career.
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Episodes
Apr 11, 2026
Apr 9, 2026
Apr 9, 2026
18 min
Jason and Wally discuss Performance and Limitations as it pertains to the ACS.
Mar 31, 2026
Mar 23, 2026
Mar 17, 2026
Mar 10, 2026
Mar 4, 2026
Mar 4, 2026
27 min
Jason and Wally continue their dive into the ACS. Preflight Procedures today.
Feb 7, 2026
Feb 7, 2026
37 min
Jason and Wally discuss some common areas of missed questions during the ground portion of a Checkride.
Feb 4, 2026
Feb 4, 2026
11 min
Jason and Wally continue to talk about whether it’s appropriate to top off or go with less than full fuel.
Jan 31, 2026