Matthew Cory Archer

Matthew Cory Archer is a highly regarded FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Beaufort, South Carolina, with a professional background deeply embedded in the Lowcountry aviation community. Operating primarily out of Beaufort Executive Airport (ARW) and the Hilton Head region, Archer has amassed thousands of flight hours throughout a career spanning over two decades. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is an experienced Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII). His expertise is centered on conducting thorough practical examinations for Private, Commercial, and Instrument ratings, where he is known for upholding rigorous standards of airmanship.

Throughout his tenure, Archer has maintained an exemplary safety record with no recorded accidents, a testament to his disciplined safety mindset. Specializing in single-engine land (ASEL) evaluations, he is recognized for a professional and fair testing style that strictly adheres to the Airman Certification Standards (ACS). Before his appointment as a DPE, he served as a dedicated instructor and charter pilot, gaining a comprehensive understanding of both the flight training environment and professional operations. Today, he remains a central figure in South Carolina’s pilot pipeline, ensuring new aviators are prepared for the complexities of modern flight.