Kenneth Ramos

Kenneth Ramos is a highly credentialed FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Pickerington, Ohio, with a distinguished aviation career that began at Cleveland Aviation High School. His foundational experience includes service in the U.S. Army as a helicopter mechanic and door gunner during Operation Urgent Fury, later transitioning to the Ohio Army National Guard for flight training. Following his military service, Ramos spent two decades with the Columbus Division of Police, where he retired as a Sergeant and Director of Maintenance for the helicopter unit.

Designated as a Pilot Examiner in 2004, Ramos holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate for both airplanes and helicopters, alongside Gold Seal Flight Instructor ratings. He is a prolific evaluator with specialized authority in multiple Cessna Citation type ratings and the S-70 Blackhawk. Having previously served as a Principal Aviation Safety Inspector for the FAA, he brings immense regulatory depth to his checkrides, which cover Private, Instrument, Commercial, and ATP certificates for a wide variety of aircraft.

Ramos is widely recognized for a safety-first philosophy and rigorous adherence to Airman Certification Standards (ACS). His background as an aviation safety officer and his experience representing the FAA in NTSB accident investigations inform his focus on sound aeronautical decision-making. Known for being professional and fair, he ensures that every pilot he evaluates is technically proficient and thoroughly prepared for the complexities of modern flight environments.