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Can I take my CFI Practical Test in an Experimental RV6A?

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I own an instrument equipped RV6A which I am hoping to use to take my CFI SEL Practical. My interpretation of FAR 61.45 is that "if it is OK with the DPE, then it is allowed". Is this correct? Also, I have hundreds of hours in complex and high performance aircraft including MEL prior to 1985; also have instrument rating. My RV has fixed pitch, fixed gear, less than 200HP. IF I can take my Practical in my RV, will their be any limitations on my SEL CFI because its not complex, etc? NOTE: I do not plan to use my RV for "giving" instruction.

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  1. Kris Kortokrax on Sep 25, 2017

    Unless you already have a CFI with a multi-engine rating and have demonstrated takeoffs, landings and emergencies in a complex multi-engine airplane, then you must provide a complex single engine airplane for the Flight Instructor practical test.

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