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Matthew Edward Massey is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Yorkville, Illinois, serving the Greater Chicago aviation community. He earned his Bachelor of Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and has dedicated the majority of his professional life to flight training and academic leadership. He currently serves as the Senior Assistant Chief Pilot and an Adjunct Professor at Lewis University in Romeoville, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing flight operations and mentoring the next generation of aviators. This extensive background in collegiate flight training allows him to bring a unique blend of academic rigor and practical expertise to his role as an evaluator.
With thousands of flight hours, Massey holds a Commercial Pilot Certificate with single and multi-engine land ratings, alongside his certifications as a flight instructor (CFI, CFII, and MEI). As a DPE for the Chicago Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), he specializes in conducting practical tests for Private, Commercial, and Instrument ratings. Throughout his career, Matthew has maintained an impeccable safety record with no recorded accidents or incidents. This commitment to safety is a hallmark of his evaluations, where he emphasizes meticulous flight planning and sound aeronautical decision-making to ensure every pilot he certifies meets the highest standards of safety and proficiency.