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Neil Devon Rose is a highly experienced FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Ronkonkoma, New York, primarily serving the Farmingdale FSDO and operating out of MacArthur (KISP) and Republic (KFRG) airports. Rose’s career is distinguished by a deep-rooted commitment to aviation excellence and safety, underpinned by his background as an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) and a multi-rated Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII/MEI). Before becoming a DPE, he spent over eight years serving as an FAA Aviation Safety Inspector, where he gained invaluable expertise in regulatory compliance, safety oversight, and the rigorous evaluation of flight operations.
In addition to his federal service, Rose has significant leadership experience in the private sector, having served in high-level roles such as Director of Operations at Jet It and Senior Vice President at Solairus Aviation. This extensive professional background in corporate flight management allows him to bring a comprehensive, real-world perspective to the practical tests he administers. Specializing in certificates ranging from Private and Commercial to Instrument and ATP ratings, Rose is widely recognized for his thorough and fair evaluation process. His clean safety record and dedication to mentoring the next generation of pilots reflect a career-long focus on maintaining the highest levels of proficiency and operational integrity in the skies.