Elizabeth Brassaw

Elizabeth "Liz" Brassaw is a distinguished Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation leader based in the North Texas region. With an aviation career spanning over two decades, Brassaw has become a cornerstone of the Dallas-Fort Worth flight training community, most notably serving as the Chief Flight Operations Officer and Chief Pilot for Thrust Flight in Addison. In these leadership roles, she was instrumental in developing rigorous Part 141 training curricula and securing FAA Examining Authority for commercial pilot programs, a testament to her commitment to high instructional standards and organizational excellence.

A holder of an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and a Gold Seal Flight Instructor rating (CFI, CFII, MEI), Elizabeth has logged thousands of hours of flight time in a variety of aircraft. Her extensive background as a chief pilot emphasizes a profound "safety first" mindset, focusing on risk management and pilot proficiency during practical exams. She specializes in Private, Commercial, and Instrument ratings, where she is known for her fair, thorough, and professional evaluation style. Beyond her work as an examiner, she is recognized as a mentor to aspiring aviators, dedicated to maintaining the integrity of the National Airspace System through meticulous certification standards.