Feathering, accumulators, and unfeathering — the propeller system is a favorite checkride topic for a reason. A DPE explains how it works and why it matters when an engine quits.

Blue line, red line, and the speeds in between. A DPE explains the multi-engine V-speeds you’ll be tested on — what each one means and how to actually use it.

The two topics that trip up more multi-engine applicants than any other — Vmc and the critical engine — broken down by an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner so you can explain them, not just memorize them.

In my 30 years of flying and as an active Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), I’ve sat in the right seat for hundreds of checkrides. One topic that consistently trips up applicants is the multi-engine fuel crossfeed system. It sounds simple: moving fuel from one side to the other: but the "how" and "why" are where […]

In my 30 years of flying and as an active Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), I’ve seen thousands of pilots sit across from me in the briefing room. When we get to the multi-engine aerodynamics section, there’s one topic that separates the aviators from the button-pushers: the relationship between Vmc and Density Altitude. Most pilots can […]

Meta Description: Discover the critical decision-making process for single-engine go-arounds in light twins. Learn from active DPE Jeff Gerencser why landing is often the safest choice and how to ace your multi-engine rating checkride. You’re on short final. The gear is down, the flaps are set, and the runway is ballooning in your windscreen. Then, […]

Meta Description: Master the technical details of combustion heaters and cowl flaps for your multi-engine rating. Expert advice from active DPE Jeff Gerencser on system operations and checkride success. When you transition from a single-engine trainer to a multi-engine powerhouse, the complexity doesn't just double: it shifts into a new gear. Suddenly, you aren't just […]

When you step into the cockpit for your multi-engine rating or commercial pilot certification, the examiner isn't just looking to see if you can keep the ball centered. They want to know if you understand the machine under your hands. In my 30 years of flying and as an active Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), I’ve […]

Meta Description: Master multi-engine performance and V-speeds with expert insights from active DPE Jeff Gerencser. Learn how accelerated training and technical deep-dives lead to checkride success and pro pilot mastery. If you want to master multi-engine performance and V-speeds quickly, you have to move beyond rote memorization and start thinking like a Pilot in Command […]

YouTube Title: Stop Wasting Time on Boring Manuals: 7 Quick Hacks to Master Multi-Engine V-Speeds (PA-30 Pro Tips) YouTube Description:Are you still buried in outdated textbooks trying to memorize multi-engine V-speeds? Stop. In this video, Jeff Gerencser: retired DPE and pro pilot with over 30 years of experience: breaks down the 7 quick hacks you […]