Eric Haupt

Eric S. Haupt is a highly experienced FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and FAASTeam Representative based in Maple Valley, Washington. Serving the aviation community across the Pacific Northwest, Haupt has a storied career that includes significant tenures in both flight instruction and heavy commercial operations. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with a type rating in the Boeing 747, indicating a high level of proficiency in complex, large-scale aircraft systems. In addition to his role as an examiner, he is a veteran Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), having shared his expertise at local institutions like Regal Air in Everett.

Haupt is particularly well-known for his specialized expertise in glider operations, holding multiple examiner designations for Private, Commercial, and Flight Instructor glider categories. Throughout his career, he has maintained an impeccable safety record, focusing his efforts on pilot education through frequent FAASTeam safety seminars. These sessions often cover critical topics such as non-towered airport operations and traffic pattern safety, demonstrating his commitment to a proactive safety mindset. With thousands of accumulated flight hours, he is respected for his fair but rigorous application of the Airman Certification Standards (ACS), ensuring that every candidate he evaluates possesses the decision-making skills necessary for safe flight.