Brian Lee Mott

Brian Lee Mott is a highly distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation professional currently serving the pilot community in the Fort Mill, South Carolina, and greater Charlotte regions. With a career spanning over four decades, Mott began his journey as a flight instructor in 1979 and has held his designation as an examiner since 1990. He possesses an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a Gold Seal Flight Instructor with Single-Engine, Multi-Engine, and Instrument ratings. Throughout his tenure, he has amassed thousands of flight hours, with a significant specialization in corporate aviation and jet transitions.

Mott is perhaps best known as the founder and President of Aviation 2000 Inc., where he established a niche in high-level training and proficiency for the Dassault Falcon series, including the Falcon 20 and 2000. His reputation within the Charlotte FSDO is characterized by a safety-first philosophy and a commitment to providing a professional, fair, and thorough evaluation environment. As a member of the FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam), he emphasizes rigorous risk management and airmanship, maintaining an exemplary safety record with no notable accidents or incidents. He continues to be a sought-after mentor for pilots seeking Private, Commercial, and specialized type ratings.