Bobby Riney

Bobby Riney is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Grapevine, Texas, with an aviation career spanning over five decades. He began his journey as a pilot in 1973 and spent the majority of his professional life in high-stakes airline operations. Riney is particularly well-known for his long tenure at Envoy Air (formerly American Eagle), where he served as a Captain and Check Airman starting in 1989. His extensive experience in Part 121 commercial operations provided him with a deep understanding of complex aircraft systems and the highest standards of professional airmanship.

In his current capacity as a DPE for the North Texas region, Riney leverages his thousands of flight hours and decades of evaluation experience to conduct practical tests for a wide range of pilot certificates and ratings. Having retired from his airline career in recent years, he now focuses on mentoring the next generation of aviators through the certification process. He is highly regarded for his emphasis on safety, cockpit resource management (CRM), and the rigorous application of FAA Airman Certification Standards. His background as a Check Airman ensures that he brings a fair, disciplined, and safety-oriented perspective to every checkride he administers.