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Bruce Wayne Dunham is a highly esteemed aviation veteran and FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Port Orange, Florida. Drawing from a distinguished career as a Captain for United Airlines, Dunham brings an immense depth of operational knowledge to his role within the Orlando FSDO. His extensive experience in major commercial aviation has provided him with a unique perspective on standardized safety protocols and high-performance aircraft management, which he now applies to the general aviation community at the Spruce Creek Fly-In and surrounding regions.
Throughout his career, Dunham has accumulated over 20,000 flight hours across diverse airframes, ranging from light general aviation aircraft to large transport jets. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with numerous type ratings, alongside his credentials as a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), CFII, and MEI. As a DPE, he is authorized to conduct practical exams for Private, Instrument, Commercial, and Multi-Engine ratings. His commitment to safety is reflected in his clean record and his reputation for conducting thorough, fair, and professional checkrides that focus on cultivating the next generation of safe pilots.