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Katie Erin Leonard is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation educator based in Aurora, Oregon. With a professional aviation career spanning over two decades, Leonard has established herself as a cornerstone of the Pacific Northwest pilot training community. Her background is deeply rooted in academic and standardized flight instruction, having previously served in leadership and curriculum development roles for the Aviation Science department at Portland Community College. This experience provided her with a unique perspective on regulatory compliance and the pedagogical foundations of flight training.
Operating under KL Aviation LLC, Leonard holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a Gold Seal Flight Instructor with thousands of hours of logged experience. She specializes in a wide range of practical tests at Aurora State Airport (KUAO) and Hillsboro (KHIO), including Private, Instrument, and Commercial ratings, as well as the high-stakes Initial Flight Instructor (CFI) certificates. Her expertise also extends to conducting Special Medical Flight Tests and complex administrative services. Throughout her extensive tenure, she has maintained an impeccable safety record, reflecting a disciplined mindset and a commitment to ensuring that every candidate meets the highest standards of the FAA.