Jeffrey Wolf

Jeffrey Wolf is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and the Chief Flight Instructor at Paragon Flight Training in Fort Myers, Florida. His aviation journey began at age 16 at Page Field (KFMY), eventually leading to a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management and Flight Operations from Jacksonville University. Wolf’s professional background includes serving as a First Officer for Comair Airlines and as Director of Operations for Cypress Air Charter. These roles across airline, charter, and flight school operations provide him with a comprehensive understanding of the commercial standards he evaluates during practical examinations.

With thousands of flight hours, Wolf holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate alongside CFI, CFII, and MEI ratings. He is a recipient of the NATA Excellence in Pilot Training Award, reflecting a career-long commitment to a safety-first mindset and the "law of primacy" in instruction. Specializing in Private, Commercial, and Multi-Engine certifications, Wolf is known for a fair yet rigorous examination style. He remains an active leader in the industry, contributing to the AOPA Flight Training Advisory Board and focusing on leveraging simulator technology to improve situational awareness for the next generation of pilots.