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Michael Patrick Zemlock is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and veteran rotorcraft specialist based at Chino Airport (KCNO) in California. With an aviation career spanning over thirty years, Zemlock has established himself as a central figure in the Southern California flight training community. He is the founder and principal of Zemlock Helicopter Service, an institution long recognized for its focus on advanced flight instruction and CFI preparation. His tenure at one of the nation's busiest general aviation hubs has provided him with an extensive background in managing complex airspace and diverse operational environments.
As a holder of an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and a Gold Seal Flight Instructor designation, Zemlock has logged thousands of instructional and evaluation hours. His safety mindset is a defining characteristic of his professional reputation; he is known for a meticulous approach to the Practical Test Standards that emphasizes risk management and pilot judgment. Specializing in Private, Commercial, and Flight Instructor certifications, Michael leverages his decades of experience as both a business owner and mentor to ensure that the next generation of pilots meets the highest standards of proficiency and safety in the National Airspace System.