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Kevin Walter Rothfus is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and veteran aviator based in Hayden, Idaho. With over 25,000 hours of total flight time, he is a cornerstone of the Pacific Northwest aviation community. Rothfus has earned the prestigious 7-time Master Flight Instructor (MCFI) designation and is an FAA Gold Seal Instructor, underscoring his lifelong dedication to professional training and safety standards. He serves the industry not only as an examiner but also as a highly sought-after mentor pilot for both turbine and piston aircraft.
Rothfus holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with ratings including Single and Multi-Engine Land and Sea, plus type ratings for the Citation Mustang and Embraer Phenom 300. His expertise spans from primary training to complex jet operations. Known for a thorough and fair evaluation style, he conducts practical tests for Private, Commercial, and ATP candidates across the Spokane FSDO region. His career is defined by a commitment to airmanship and rigorous safety, ensuring that every pilot he evaluates meets the highest levels of proficiency.