Michael Bjerga

Michael Bjerga is an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Williamson, New York, who serves as a Private Examiner for Airplane Single-Engine Land (DPE-PE-ASEL). Operating out of the Williamson-Sodus Airport (KSDC), Bjerga has worked as the Airport Manager and Chief Flight Instructor for the Williamson Flying Club since 2004. His military background includes serving in the United States Army from 1991 to 1998 as a helicopter repairer and inspector. He holds an Associate of Applied Science in Aviation from the Spartan College of Aeronautics, a Bachelor of Science in Vocational Education from SUNY Oswego, and a New York State Teacher Certification in Vocational Education. On record as a Certified Flight Instructor with instrument ratings (CFI/CFII) and an Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) mechanic, Bjerga has accumulated at least 4,500 single-engine land flight hours, primarily consisting of dual instruction given. His prior instructional experience includes teaching in Utica and Schenectady for Richmor Aviation and Mohawk Valley Community College. In addition to his primary aviation roles, Bjerga serves as an FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) Representative, conducts aviation youth outreach programs for local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and represents the airport before the Sodus Town Board on local projects.