David Hynes

David Hynes is a highly experienced aviator based in Chesapeake, Virginia, with a distinguished career rooted in decades of military service. As a retired U.S. Navy Captain, Hynes accumulated extensive flight time and leadership experience in naval aviation, specifically flying high-performance carrier-based aircraft. His role as a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) for the Richmond FSDO serves as a culmination of this flight discipline, where he focuses on upholding rigorous FAA standards while serving the pilot community across the Hampton Roads region.

Holding an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and comprehensive instructor ratings (CFI, CFII, MEI), Hynes has logged over 5,000 flight hours. His areas of specialization include Private, Instrument, and Commercial pilot evaluations, where he is known for a safety-centric mindset developed through his military background. With an exemplary safety record, Hynes emphasizes meticulous pre-flight planning and sound aeronautical decision-making. His previous career as a naval officer and squadron commander provides a foundation of professionalism and precision that he brings to every practical test, ensuring that candidates are thoroughly prepared for the rigors of the National Airspace System.