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Martha Anne Gabriel Pickard is a highly respected FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Akron, Ohio, with over four decades of experience in the aviation industry. Holding an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and credentials as a Gold Seal Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII/MEI), she has dedicated her career to maintaining the highest standards of airmanship. Her background spans across corporate aviation and general flight training, having accumulated thousands of flight hours in a wide variety of aircraft types, ranging from light singles to sophisticated multi-engine platforms.
Operating primarily out of Wadsworth Municipal Airport, Pickard is known for her meticulous approach to practical exams, specializing in Private, Instrument, and Commercial certifications. Throughout her tenure, she has fostered a reputation for safety and precision, emphasizing the importance of sound decision-making and situational awareness. Her extensive experience as a mentor and examiner has made her a cornerstone of the Northeast Ohio pilot community, where she continues to shape the next generation of safe and competent aviators through her thorough evaluation process.