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Michael Eugene Tevis is a distinguished aviator and FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based out of Andale, Kansas. Operating primarily from the Twin Lakes Airport (CE07), Tevis has spent decades serving the Kansas aviation corridor, an area renowned as a global hub for aircraft manufacturing and flight training. As the president of Tevis Aviation, Inc., he has built a career centered on educational excellence, providing mentorship and instruction to hundreds of aspiring pilots. His long-standing involvement with the Wichita Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) underscores his status as a trusted authority within the regional aviation ecosystem.
With an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and advanced instructor ratings including CFI, CFII, and MEI, Tevis brings a high level of technical proficiency to the cockpit. As a DPE, he is authorized to perform checkrides for Private, Commercial, and Instrument certificates, specializing in both single-engine and multi-engine land aircraft. Tevis is recognized for a meticulous safety record and an examination style that prioritizes risk management and practical airmanship. By combining his extensive background in professional flight instruction with a disciplined approach to FAA standards, he ensures that every certified pilot meets the rigorous demands of modern aviation safety.