Who administers the practical checkride for a type rating?

• A. A Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE)
• B. Flight Instructor
• C. FAA Flight Standards District Office staff
• D. Airline Training Captain

Answer: (A)

The practical checkride for a type rating is administered by a Designated Pilot Examiner, an FAA-authorized examiner who conducts tests on behalf of the agency. The DPE is specifically qualified to administer and score the checkride, ensuring it meets FAA standards and that the applicant demonstrates the required knowledge and skills for that aircraft type.

Training instructors provide preparation and instruction, but they do not issue the certification through the official checkride unless they also hold designation as a DPE. FAA Flight Standards District Office staff oversee and authorize the DPE program and may appoint examiners, but the actual checkride is conducted by the DPE. An airline training captain isn’t the official administrator unless they have been designated as a DPE by the FAA.