Jet Rides

Checkrides available: Initial type rating and recurrent rating for Citation XLS and CJ series (560 and 525B)

Most checkrides are conducted out of Springfield, TN, at M91. For certain situations, we will conduct checkrides out of other airports, but it will be most economical for the applicant to come to me.

Checkrides lasting longer than 4.5 hours will be charged by the hour.

Except in rare cases, I book checkrides 1 – 2 weeks out. Applicants should be fully qualified: They have completed their training and are ready to take their checkride. IACRA doesn't need to be submitted yet, but the applicant should be ready to do so.

To schedule, text me (615-495-7350) the following information in a single text message: 

• Applicant first and last name
• Applicant phone number
• FTN
• Initial or recurrent
• Aircraft to be used, exactly as it will be entered into 8710 form
• Flight school, if applicable
• Instructor name and contact number

Please consider adding me to your insurance, if applicable.

By reading the SkyTrain Jet NOTAM and continuing with the checkride, you agree to the NOTAM’s terms and conditions.

IACRA must be completed at least two days before your checkride.

Please text me the night before your ride. My schedule is very busy. But also, remember that DPEs are pilots too. We steal pens, tell everyone within earshot that we’re pilots, and make mistakes.

There is always the possibility of rescheduling due to my being called out for additional SkyTrain duties, your being sick, weather, etc. If maintenance and/or weather pose a threat to the checkride and both parties agree, we will work with you to reschedule your checkride. Additional expenses may apply.

In the case of cancellation, if the applicant cancels more than 72 hours before their checkride, there is no cancellation fee. Within less than 72 hours, cancellations are only acceptable in cases of valid illnesses, maintenance, and weather.

When arriving, you may park your plane in front of the north hangars. (Example in the image.)

There should be chocks available, painted pink. Chocks have a tendency to wander off, so we’d recommend that you bring your own, just in case.

If the FBO is closed, the after-hours door is to the far right section of the FBO, ramp-side. Key in the CTAF (1-2-3-0) for the code, then press the Handicap Door button to enter.

The airport will require either a $200 ramp fee or a minimum purchase of 100 gallons of fuel. 

Lodging options in Springfield, TN:

• Springfield Inn
• Hampton Inn
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Restaurants near Springfield, TN:

• Depot Bar & Grill
• Larry’s
• El Molcajete
• Torino’s (Greek + Italian)

Rental cars 

• Courtesy car available at Springfield/Robertson County Airport. View Use Policy.
• Enterprise Rental Car