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Anthony "Tony" B. Condon is an accomplished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation educator based in the Kansas region, frequently serving the Salina and Wichita aviation communities. Condon's aviation journey began at Iowa State University, where he learned to soar with the Silent Knights Glider Club. Over the decades, he has become a prominent leader in the soaring community, serving as President of the Kansas Soaring Association and representing the United States in several World Gliding Championships. His professional background includes roles as a charter pilot for King Air aircraft and an aerospace engineering education, providing a technical foundation for his current evaluative work.
Designated as an examiner in 2019, Condon holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a Gold Seal Flight Instructor with CFI, CFII, MEI, and CFIG ratings. He specializes in providing practical tests for gliders, single-engine, and multi-engine aircraft. Tony is widely recognized for his expertise in aerodynamics and his commitment to safety, having logged thousands of hours and earned elite Diamond Badges in soaring. His safety mindset is reinforced by his competitive experience, where he has mastered precision flying and complex risk management. As a DPE, he is known for a fair yet thorough examination process that ensures candidates meet the highest FAA standards.