Jon Wells

Jon Wells is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation professional based in Meadowlakes, Texas, serving the greater San Antonio and Austin regions. A retired Captain from Southwest Airlines, Wells brings over four decades of high-level aviation experience to the examination process. Throughout his career, he has accumulated more than 20,000 flight hours across a vast range of aircraft, transitioning from a robust general aviation background to commanding Boeing 737s in commercial airline operations.

Holding an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and Gold Seal Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, MEI) ratings, Wells is specialized in conducting practical tests for Private, Commercial, Instrument, and Multi-Engine certifications. He is widely recognized in the Central Texas flight training community for his professional demeanor and a safety-centric evaluation style that emphasizes procedural discipline and real-world scenario management. His previous career in Part 121 airline operations informs his meticulous approach to airmanship, ensuring that each candidate he evaluates meets the highest standards of safety and competency.