Daniel Archer

Daniel Archer is a highly respected FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) serving the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania region and the broader Mid-Atlantic aviation community. With an aviation career spanning several decades, Archer holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a designated Gold Seal Flight Instructor with CFI, CFII, and MEI ratings. He has amassed thousands of flight hours across a diverse range of aircraft, from primary trainers to complex multi-engine platforms. His extensive experience as an examiner includes providing practical tests for Private, Commercial, and Instrument ratings, as well as specialized Multi-Engine certifications, primarily operating out of the Philadelphia FSDO jurisdiction.

Throughout his professional journey, Archer has maintained an exemplary safety record, which directly informs his thorough and fair approach to pilot evaluation. Prior to his tenure as a full-time examiner, he held various leadership roles in flight school management and corporate aviation, gaining deep insights into both the instructional and operational facets of the industry. He is recognized for his commitment to high training standards and frequently participates in safety seminars to mentor the next generation of aviators. His evaluation style emphasizes risk management and sound aeronautical decision-making, ensuring that every pilot he certifies is prepared for the complexities of the National Airspace System.