Captain Nandana Lalith Perera
FAA DPE Designation #4029184
Meet Captain Nandana Lalith Perera.
Evaluation built on calm cockpit demeanor and zero ramp surprises.
“A checkride is a structured demonstration of safe aeronautical decision-making, not a trap or a quiz show. When you climb into the cockpit with me, my goal is to give you a fair, relaxed, and strictly ACS-aligned evaluation.”
The 4 Pillars of a Stress-Free Practical Test
A continuous aeronautical flight path designed to banish checkride anxiety, eliminate administrative disqualifications, and ensure predictable test outcomes.
Digital Pre-Check
Full FAR §61.39 verification and IACRA paperwork audit conducted prior to test day. We catch missing logbook endorsements well before you step on the ramp.
Transparent Scheduling
Real-time calendar slots, automated confirmations, and an intelligent standby waitlist with instant notifications if weather or cancellations open a date.
Aircraft Ramp Readiness
Simple A.V.I.A.T.E. and AROW pre-flight checklists. Know exactly what maintenance logs and AD compliances are required before engine start.
Clear Preparation
Cross-country scenario, passenger weight profile, and flight day schedule sent exactly 72 hours prior so you have ample time to prepare with your CFI.
Transparent Checkride Pricing
Direct FAA-compliant fees. Zero travel surcharge at KPWK and KDPA.
Private Pilot Initial
- check_circle Oral evaluation (2.0h avg)
- check_circle Flight test (approx 1.5h)
- check_circle Structured debrief & cert issuance
Instrument Rating
- check_circle IFR system & weather scenarios
- check_circle 3 Published approaches + holds
- check_circle Real-world ATC workflow test
Commercial Pilot
- check_circle Complex & TAA performance
- check_circle Commercial maneuvers & systems
- check_circle FAR Part 119 carriage deep-dive
CFI Initial / CFII
- check_circle Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI)
- check_circle Right-seat instruction mastery
- check_circle Constructive instructional debrief
What Airmen Say About AeroCheck
“The FAR §61.39 pre-audit caught a missing night cross-country logging detail two days before my exam date. Capt. Chen’s homework prompt gave me complete peace of mind walking into the oral at KPWK.”
“Capt. Chen is by far the calmest examiner I have flown with. His IFR checkride at KDPA was practical and scenario-based. He treated me like a future airline crew member rather than trying to trip me on obscure trivia.”
“Initial CFI is notoriously stressful, but Capt. Chen kept the room totally professional. The debriefing provided actionable teaching tools that I now use every day with my primary flight students at KLOT.”
Ready to Schedule Your Practical Exam?
Exam slots typically book 3–4 weeks in advance. Digital FAR §61.39 verification included with every scheduled test.