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DPEs in West Virginia

3 FAA-listed Designated Pilot Examiners across 3 cities in West Virginia. Contact info is pulled from the FAA Designee Management System — free AviPrep account required to view phone and email.

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What is a DPE?

A Designated Pilot Examiner is an FAA-authorized examiner who administers practical tests — checkrides — on behalf of the FAA. After a successful oral exam and flight test, the DPE issues your pilot certificate or rating. DPEs are private examiners (not FAA employees) and set their own fees, typically $800–$1,200 per checkride depending on the certificate and aircraft.

In West Virginia, contact a DPE directly to schedule. Most DPEs book several weeks out, so reach out as soon as you have a target checkride window.

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Bridgeport (1)

Michael Gwinn

Bridgeport, WV

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Petersburg (1)

Mitchell Thomas Pennington

Petersburg, WV

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Wiley Ford (1)

Piet Edward Barber

Wiley Ford, WV

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