Jessica marie robinson

Jessica Marie Robinson is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation professional based in Newmanstown, Pennsylvania. With a career rooted in the high-traffic corridors of the Mid-Atlantic, she formerly owned and operated Abella Aviation at the Lancaster Airport (KLNS). Her background as a business owner and chief flight instructor has provided her with a profound understanding of the general aviation landscape, where she has mentored hundreds of students through various certificates and ratings.

Robinson holds multiple advanced FAA certifications, including Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) and Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) ratings, with experience spanning both fixed-wing aircraft and rotorcraft. Her transition into the role of a DPE for the Harrisburg FSDO allows her to leverage thousands of flight hours to evaluate candidates for Private, Commercial, and Instrument certificates. She is recognized for a thorough yet fair examination style that emphasizes practical airmanship and the rigorous application of the Airman Certification Standards (ACS).

Safety is a cornerstone of Robinson’s professional philosophy, a mindset reinforced by her firsthand experience in flight training operations and as a check airman. This focus on risk management and scenario-based decision-making is central to her work as an examiner. Now a prominent figure in the Pennsylvania pilot community, she is dedicated to elevating training standards and ensuring the next generation of aviators possesses the technical proficiency and judgment required for safe operations in complex airspace.