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Matthew Ryan Torgerson is a distinguished aviation professional and FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) with a career spanning over three decades. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, Torgerson serves as a Captain for UPS, operating Boeing 757 and 767 aircraft on international cargo routes. His extensive experience includes a significant background in regional aviation with American Eagle and American Connection, contributing to a robust logbook of over 13,000 total flight hours. A graduate of Delta State University with a degree in Commercial Aviation, he possesses a deep technical understanding of complex flight operations and air carrier standards.
Specializing in lighter-than-air craft, Torgerson is a highly active DPE for hot air balloons, holding the examiner designation for the state of Mississippi while conducting certifications across the United States. His commitment to safety is a hallmark of his professional reputation; notably, following a 2022 balloon incident in Louisville during a checkride, he demonstrated a rigorous safety mindset by taking immediate corrective action and ensuring full transparency through the NTSB reporting process. This dedication to integrity and high training standards makes him a respected evaluator for pilots pursuing private, commercial, and instructor-level certifications.