Originally Posted by
StrikerB
So, after much discussion it looks like the DPE was out to lunch on this - a case of overly cautious CYA-ness. Like I had concluded going into the checkride, ME time is ME time, totally irrelevant if it's CL thrust or not (for logging reasons) once the restriction is removed.
So now I'm back where I started, needing a new DPE after wasting half a day and considerable teeth gnashing. If anyone needs the name of a good examiner not to use in the SLC area, message me and I'll be glad to give you an earful.
You often hear of people looking for "military friendly" DPEs and such and at first think they are solely looking for one that will give you an automatic pass on whatever checkride you happen to be in the market for that day. It is often meant to be a DPE or inspector who has EXPERIENCE working with whatever speciality you are looking for in your particular instance.
Glad you got that straightened out StrikerB.
Good luck on the rest of the journey too.