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Grant Carl Moshner, widely known in the aviation community as "Skip," is a veteran aviator and FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Tukwila, Washington. Serving the greater Seattle region, Grant holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a highly experienced Gold Seal Flight Instructor with CFI, CFII, and MEI ratings. His extensive career is rooted in the Pacific Northwest, where he has spent decades mentoring students and professional pilots alike, drawing from a professional background that includes significant time in commercial or corporate aviation operations.
Throughout his tenure as a DPE for the Seattle FSDO, Grant has conducted a wide array of practical tests, specializing in Private, Commercial, Instrument, and Multi-Engine certifications. He is recognized for his meticulous adherence to the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and his ability to integrate real-world risk management into the evaluation process. With thousands of flight hours and an exemplary safety record, Moshner is regarded as a fair but thorough examiner who prioritizes a proactive safety mindset. His dedication to maintaining high training standards has made him a cornerstone of the Washington flight training community, helping to shape the next generation of safe and competent pilots.