Brian David Childs

Brian David Childs, widely known in the aviation community by his nickname "Jumper," is a highly respected FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) serving the San Antonio, Texas, region, including San Marcos and Palm Valley. With an extensive career spanning several decades, Childs has logged over 15,000 instructional hours, establishing himself as a premier authority in flight training and evaluation. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a Gold Seal Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII/MEI) with multiple type ratings in piston, turbine, and jet aircraft. His professional background is further distinguished by a notable military career, where he reached the rank of Colonel, instilling a foundation of discipline and leadership that characterizes his approach to aviation safety.

Operating through Pegasus Pilot Services, Childs specializes in a wide range of practical tests, including Private, Commercial, Instrument, and Multi-Engine ratings. He is frequently praised by applicants for his fair, scenario-based evaluation style that emphasizes real-world decision-making and risk mitigation over rote memorization. Throughout his tens of thousands of flight hours, he has maintained an exemplary safety record, a testament to the rigorous standards he maintains for both himself and his students. By combining humor and professionalism, he provides a testing environment that ensures new pilots are not only technically proficient but also possess the safety-first mindset required for modern flight operations.